How it works
About Our Carefully Curated Selection of Strolling Bands Available in Italy
We at FixTheMusic have curated the finest acoustic strolling bands in Europe, all of which are available to perform throughout Italy. All of our roaming bands frequently entertain at weddings, corporate events and luxury parties in Italy.
The traditional strolling band is most popular in France, but has quickly spread across the border into Italy. Our groups are in high demand performing at destination weddings in northern Italy, especially around Lake Como and Lake Garda, as well as in Tuscany, Puglia and elsewhere in the country. They typically comprise acoustic guitars, singers and possibly a saxophone and cajon.
A wandering band is the perfect accompaniment to a cocktail party, wedding ceremony or any other occasion where mingling with guests is required. They are especially popular because of their lively interaction with guests.
The groups are often referred to as "troubadours". This word derives from the minstrels and singers who used to roam through France in the 12th and 13th centuries performing for noble families.
Reviews from local events in Italy
“We could not have been happier with The Tuscany Folk Band! They were absolutely incredible and brought such a special energy to our wedding at Lake Como. From the very first song, they created the perfect atmosphere and had our guests smiling, singing, and dancing. The musicians are not only extremely talented, but also warm, professional, and an absolute pleasure to have as part of our celebration. Their music felt authentic, joyful, and so perfectly Italian — exactly what we had imagined for our wedding weekend. Our guests are still talking about how much they loved the band! They truly helped make the evening unforgettable and gave us memories we will cherish forever. We cannot recommend The Tuscany Folk Band highly enough. If you are looking for live music for a wedding or celebration in Italy, book them — you will be so happy you did! 🤍🇮🇹🎶 Thank you for being such a wonderful part of our wedding and making the evening so special!”
Booked The Tuscany Folk Band for a wedding at Villa Lario, Lake Como, Italy
“The best!!! We couldn’t imagine our wedding without them. They were SO much fun, so personable and made the night feel exactly how we always hoped it would. They played throughout apertivo and then were so much fun and interactive in between courses during dinner. Everybody was up and dancing throughout the night right along with them.”
Booked The Tuscany Folk Band for a wedding at Il Castello di San Ruffino, Pisa, Italy
“After reading all the incredible reviews, we knew we were in good hands with the Tuscan folk band! We booked them for entertainment at our welcome party, and they were everything we dreamed of and more. They kept our guests dancing the entire night and were truly one of the highlights of our wedding weekend! Almost a month has passed, and we still have guests talking about how fantastic they were. Grazie mille for making our welcome party an evening to remember! <3”
Booked The Tuscany Folk Band for a wedding at Country Relais & Spa Le Capanne, Volterra, Italy
“We booked the Tuscany Folk Band for our welcome dinner at Casale de Pasquinelli and they were great! They were punctual, professional, and they kept the evening lively and fun. They had everyone up dancing and singing. They took requests from guests which proved they had a very wide repertoire of songs. We were pleasantly surprised at the variety of songs and their musical talent. Would definitely recommend and book them again!”
Booked The Tuscany Folk Band for a wedding at Casale de' Pasquinelli, Lucca, Italy
“We booked The Tuscany Folk Band through FixTheMusic for our dinner set at Castello di Fighine, and they were incredible! Lorenzo on violin, Fabrizio on accordion, and Mario as lead singer and bass player brought so much warmth, energy, and charm to our celebration. They performed an awesome acoustic set featuring traditional Italian classics like Tu Vuò Fà L'Americano, Volare, Bella Ciao, and Che La Luna. All our guests were completely delighted and sang along, especially during Eh Cumpari with the friscaleto, which was our absolute favourite moment. Communication and booking through FixTheMusic were completely seamless. We couldn't have asked for a better band for our Italian wedding dinner!”
Booked The Tuscany Folk Band for a wedding at Castello di Fighine, Siena, Italy
“We highly highly recommend this band! They were perfect when they played at our welcome dinner. All three members were excited, so kind, and made the party so much more fun. They included everyone and were so outgoing. They play fantastically and take requests. This band really got the all 125 people up and dancing! We loved them!”
Booked The Tuscany Folk Band for a wedding at Borgo Di Castelvecchio, Province of Siena, Italy
“We had the trio playing at our wedding in Tuscany, and it was simply perfect. Authentic, played with real feeling – no generic wedding band routine. You could tell these three genuinely love music, not just running through a set list. We & our guests loved it, and the vibe was spot on. Couldn't have been better. Highly recommend!”
Booked The Tuscany Folk Band for a wedding at Agriturismo Il Rigo, Siena, Italy
“The best band for a party ever! They gave us a night to remember!”
Booked The Tuscany Folk Band for a birthday party in Sant'Andrea a Pigli, Arezzo, Italy
“The Italian Roamers were INCREIDBLE! They were such a fun group and a perfect addition to our welcome party event and helped us kick off the wedding festivities in style! Our guests absolutely loved the music and the guys were so nice. Would highly recommend them to everyone.”
Booked The Italian Roamers for a wedding at Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Lake Como, Italy
“They were friendly, engaging and incredibly empathetic, creating a warm and authentic atmosphere that involved all our guests. Their music brought everyone into a genuine, joyful Italian village atmosphere, making the event feel even more special and memorable. They were a wonderful addition to the celebration and definitely an excellent plus for any event looking for an authentic and lively atmosphere. Highly recommended!”
Booked The Tuscany Folk Band for a wedding at Antico Borgo San Lorenzo, Poggibonsi, Italy
“They were really amazing!!! People were dancing and singing before the starters were served and the Impresarios really got the crowd going. These guys are very talented and I will absolutely book them again! Thank you for all your help!”
“The Jay Walkers MADE OUR WEDDING! There were many moments throughout the evening that were more than memorable though my favorites each featured this incredible band. We had the band follow us out upon announcing us as a couple and the crowd's reaction was something I will never forget. Each player was excellent, each from a different background. The lead did such an incredible job leading them in a way that I could not have planned. Moments he thought of were just spot on. Thank you for helping us to make our wedding such an epic event! Do not hesitate to book this band! The talent and value was unmatched. Thank you Nicola and The Jay Walkers! Johanna & Casey.”
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More Information About Strolling Bands
So how does it work?
Acoustic strolling bands
We feature the best acoustic strolling bands. This option is very popular for smaller weddings or where your wedding venue has a strict sound limiter. A strolling wedding band will often perform a wide mix of pop covers – from the 60s to today's current hits, often with a slightly folk edge to the repertoire.
If you fancy transforming your birthday party, wedding reception or corporate event to a modern mediaeval banquet, then make an enquiry on FixTheMusic where we’ll be promoting a variety of strolling groups over the next few months.
The bands tend to stroll in between and mingle with guests whilst playing their music and singing.
Most of the acoustic bands consist of a singer or two (usually male vocals, but often female too), acoustic guitar, cajon or other percussion and double bass. Occasionally the bands might also add a saxophone to the line-up.
Strolling brass bands
Another popular option is to book a strolling brass band – these modern brass groups are inspired by the roving New Orleans-style band but updated with a modern and often unusual twist. The bands usually feature trumpets, trombones and sousaphones, and occasionally a singer or even rapper to perform alongside them. These acoustic brass groups tend to be much louder than the acoustic guitar-based strolling bands, so are perfect for large public events (such as charity parades or marches).
Busking-style bands
Lastly, the bands are often described as a busking-style band. Indeed, part of the tradition of the strolling acoustic band does stem from busking musicians – traditionally, musicians performing live on the street would be acoustic of course as they would have no access to power or amplification.
Why Hire a Strolling Band?
Strolling bands are a brilliant choice, especially for afternoon entertainment at your wedding. They epitomise summer and are perfect for strolling through your guests at drinks receptions, as they stroll and wander through the crowd.
Some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Hiring a Roaming Band for Your Wedding or Event...
Roaming bands are a brilliant choice, especially for afternoon entertainment at your wedding. They epitomise summer and are perfect for wandering through your guests at drinks receptions.
Below are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about hiring a roaming band, which we hope will act as a definitive guide for booking a wandering band for weddings and events.