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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.
Reviews from local events in the UK
“Amazing, very professional and chose all the right tunes for our Summer Party. Highly recommend if you need a roaming band, these guys are perfect!”
“Hi Ollie, an eventful evening with the rain! We needed to write to say thank you so much for the great entertainment… you received lots of compliments, which is always great to hear. I think it was the first time a lot of us had experienced a roaming band, and it definitely added to the atmosphere of our celebrations (And I have passed on your name to those that requested it.) Plus a huge thank you to the band for dealing with the weather so well. In hindsight, the fact that the guys were roaming, meant an easy move from the outside to the inside. The weather could have led to disappointment, but James, Kieron and Andy dealt with it with good humour and complete professionalism. Thanks again! We all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Regards, Sue and Lizzie.”
“The soundtrack to a fantastic wedding day! The Roaming Folks absolutely smashed it, playing to a crowd which included a good number of musicians who all came away singing the Folk's praises. The band were professional, energetic, beautifully melodic and just a whole lot of fun. Great communications leading up to and throughout the big day. Highly recommended!”
“Where do I start, you guys were AMAZING!! Not only did Ben and I love every second, the amount of comments we got from our guests on how good you were was insane. Everyone was commenting on how different it was, how good it was that you roamed around and how great the mash ups were. We’ve even had a few ask for your details for upcoming weddings and birthdays so fingers crossed they’ll be a few bookings coming your way. Thank you also for learning our first dance song, we LOVED it! And for doing the extra set, everyone was loving the entertainment so much we just didn’t want it to end.”
“We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better band for our wedding. The Ferrymen were absolutely brilliant from start to finish and fitted the atmosphere of our day perfectly. They were so accommodating with all of our music requests, and their version of our chosen first dance was genuinely incredible — it made such a special moment even more memorable. They then completely got the party going and had everyone dancing from the very first song. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how good they were, and they really were one of the highlights of our evening. We’re so glad we chose The Ferrymen and would recommend them to anyone looking for a brilliant wedding band!”
“Thank you for your outstanding performance at The Goring Hotel for the wedding of S & J 2026. As a luxury wedding planner, I have the pleasure of working with some exceptional suppliers, and The Wandering Three are right at the top of that list. On the day, they performed as a five-piece band, and the energy, musicianship and vocals were simply fantastic! Beyond the music, they were impeccably organised, warm, flexible and a genuine pleasure to work with. Their repertoire is incredibly varied, they keep the music flowing seamlessly throughout the day, happily accommodate guest requests wherever possible, and even took care of the announcements for us, which was hugely appreciated. Most importantly, they created an atmosphere that had everyone smiling, dancing and talking about the celebration long after it had finished. A truly first-class team, and one I would recommend without hesitation for any high-end wedding or event.”
“I booked The Rogues for a Wild West Themed 18th Birthday/30th wedding anniversary party last week for 150 guests in a large stretch marquee in Surrey. They were amazing and the perfect back drop to the theme of the event and Teens & Adults alike loved the vibe they gave off. I would highly recommend The Rogues for any party and the 3 band members were all very nice guys as well.”
“Cannot recommend these guys enough - such a amazing addition to our day.”
“Wow where to start!! What an amazing trio! Me and our guests absolutely loved the performance. They got everyone involved and their ability to take requests was amazing. Thank you so much for getting our party started in the afternoon.”
“It was an absolute joy to have the Wandering Three performing at our event. All the throwback songs done so beautifully. They carried the space and group so well and all our guests had a blast. They are flexible, fun spirited, and very talented! I can’t wait to get them again.”
Booked Wandering Three for a birthday party at Beaverbrook, Leatherhead, UK
“The Cocktail Roamers were an amazing addition to our wedding. Guests absolutely loved them, they brought a lovely warmth and vintage touch to our cocktail hour and were a real highlight. Would recommend for any event.”
Booked Cocktail Roamers for a wedding at Wildflowers Restaurant, London, UK
“We were so pleased with Roaming Beats at our wedding and had some great feedback from guests. Highly recommended!”
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Should I Hire Strolling Band for My Event?
Yes! Strolling bands are one of the best forms of modern entertainment on the musical scene at the moment. They are highly interactive and perfect for engaging with audience members and guests. They only take a couple of minutes to get set up, they make very little noise when sound-checking, and once they start playing and singing, your guests will be tapping their feet and up dancing!
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.