Wedding Entertainment in London
London wedding entertainment might just be the best in the world!
With such a wide choice of musicians – from classical virtuosos to rave DJs – you can be certain that you’ll find the right wedding entertainment in London to keep a cosmopolitan crowd happy. But how can you be sure that your wedding band won’t let you down on the day? All the bands and musicians that provide Function Central’s London wedding entertainment have been hand picked from the cream of the capital’s performers: we only use the most professional and talented musicians, so you can be sure that you’ll get a wonderful and reliable musical accompaniment to your special day, whether you’re looking for a funk work out or a classical chill out.
We specialise in London wedding bands for your evening reception, and we have spent years building up an exclusive roster of gifted acts who are young enough to be enthusiastic, but have enough experience at hundreds of private functions to know exactly what will work at your wedding. Our most popular choice for an evening reception is a rock/pop band playing well-known, danceable songs from the sixties to the noughties, whilst our London string quartets, London jazz bands, London swing bands and London steel bands are all popular choices for the afternoon drinks reception or wedding breakfast.
So whether you're hosting London wedding entertainment for a buffet at Buckingham Palace or above your local boozer, you're guaranteed to find something that hits the spot from Function Central!
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Enquire about The In-Laws
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Super-talented all-male London 4-piece and 'ones to watch' for the future: their sensational live performances have already attracted the attention of EMI. Available with in-house DJ. |
Enquire about Rockit
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Energetic and powerful male-fronted trio playing rock and pop classics and modern dance floor fillers, whose sole commitment is to make your night one to remember! |
Enquire about The Paramounts
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Charismatic and tasteful all-male 3-piece, with pitch-perfect vocals and a catalogue of danceable hits from the Beatles and James Brown to Adele and Bruno Mars. DJ service available. |
Enquire about Party Up
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Party down with Party Up, London’s slickest male-fronted 6-piece pop, soul, funk outfit! The band features some of London’s top musicians, including a singer who had a hit with Artful Dodger. |
Enquire about The Aviators
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Whatever the event – and whoever you’re inviting – this male-fronted 4 to 12-piece London party band will give you the ultimate premium performance, keeping both celebs and civilians on the dancefloor all night! |
Enquire about Radio Nation
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Quite simply the very best pro function band money can buy, Radio Nation feature some of the UK's most in-demand musicians, including a MOBO winner and international number 1 chart-topper on vocals. |
Enquire about Siobhan (solo harp or flute/harp)
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Siobhan leads a busy life as a freelance wedding harpist, performing for weddings & corporate functions all over the country in between tours with the Moscow Ballet and The London Sinfonia orchestras. Also available as a harp/flute duo. |
Enquire about The Clemenza String Trio & Quartet
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World-class, all-female London string trio & quartet offering outstanding musicianship, elegant presentation and flexibility. String duo also available. |
Enquire about Rosie & The Rhythms
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Exceptionally talented and lively 5-piece female fronted soul covers band from Surrey playing the best of classic and contemporary soul and pop from Stevie Wonder to Amy Winehouse. |
Enquire about Living for The City
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Fantastic female-fronted London band playing a floor-filling selection of classic Motown, disco and a generous dollop of recent rock and pop! Brass section available. |
Enquire about The Steel Panthers
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Versatile and contemporary 2-4 piece steel pan band playing classic calypso, reggae, motown, pop and more, and featuring some of the top Caribbean musicians in the UK. |
Enquire about Andres (guitarist)
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Andres performs an eclectic mix of Flamenco, Latin, Jazz and World guitar styles, rich and exciting enough for the more attentive listeners, but pleasant and mellow enough to be used as background music during receptions or dinners. |
Enquire about Kato
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This male-fronted London 4-piece are the icing on any wedding cake – whether you want sugary sixties hits or spicy funk and soul! |
Enquire about The Cool Cats
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Professional and stylish London jazz band (4-6 piece) playing cool and unobtrusive ballads for your reception, right through to swinging jazz standards and toe-tapping funky grooves for dancing in the evening. |
Enquire about Wesley (pianist)
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A talented pianist with an extensive and varied repertoire of classical favourites and beautiful arrangements of contemporary rock and pop tunes: from Bach to Adele, and Mozart to Coldplay. |
Enquire about The Blue Notes
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2-3 piece acoustic covers band from Surrey playing chilled out 60s-00s rock, soul and pop classics, from Stevie Wonder to NeYo. Duo also available. |
Enquire about Spirit Of Django
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Captivating Gypsy Jazz trio with optional female vocals: a perfect mood enhancing addition to receptions and afternoon/early evening events. |
Enquire about The Buskers
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Small but perfectly formed, this dynamic duo with male vocals is an ideal choice if you’re looking for a big sound on a small budget! |
Enquire about Jigsaw
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Stylish guitar and vocal duo performing to high quality backing tracks, combining jazz and mellow background music with some edgy and swinging takes on modern pop repertoire. |
Enquire about Baron Samedi
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An all-star fun, zesty quartet with both female and male lead vocals playing popular rock and pop covers with a unique twist (think hot club / latin / swing). Perfect as either background music or floor-filling fun. |
Enquire about Scotch & Soda
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Scotch & Soda provide a customized repertoire chosen from over 300 songs, from a Latin Cuban feel for the long summer nights, acoustic jazz for that welcoming lounge feel or upbeat funky jazz and blues. |
Enquire about All Night Long
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Female-fronted 6-piece from London with quite possibly the largest repertoire of any function band in the UK! Optional Jazz sets & DJ service. |
Enquire about The Slick City Jazz Stompers
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The Slick City Jazz Stompers play trad jazz in the traditional New Orleans style, perfect for foreground or background music to help create an informal and relaxed atmosphere. |
Enquire about The Rendezvous
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New London-based 4-piece function band with female vocals, playing the hits of the past five decades with flawless musicianship, passionate performances and professionalism. |
Enquire about Paper Moon
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Let this luscious lounge duo with female vocals add a touch of finesse to your reception, dinner or other event where chilled background music is a must. |
Enquire about Sam (trumpeter)
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Whether a fanfare for your procession, lyrical music for the signing of the register or a triumphant march for the bridal exit, Sam can provide professional trumpet playing with real finesse to add a unique sparkle to your wedding day. |
Enquire about Electric Planet
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The hottest young rock, pop and soul band in London! 5-piece female-fronted band of talented professionals. |
Enquire about (50s) The Maltshakers
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Dressed in snappy suits and circular skirts, this young, high-energy 50s tribute band leap effortlessly from authentic rock n'roll to mellow prom-style ballads. |
Enquire about The Novembers
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Tight, professional all-male 3-piece rock & pop act, with thousands of hours’ experience onstage alongside some of the biggest names in the business. |
Enquire about The Swing King
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Young, experienced singer of Rat Pack, jazz & swing standards whose incredible voice delivers some of the greatest songs ever written. |
Enquire about Vanilla
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Vanilla provide something for everyone, a stylish modern acoustic duo performing fantastic versions of some of your favorite contemporary and classic songs! |
Enquire about The New Sensations
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High-end pop 5-piece The New Sensations are the ultimate show band, adding dazzling (optional) choreography and captivating female lead vocals to an extensive repertoire. |
Enquire about The Sorrento String Quartet
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Dynamic, vibrant, and exciting corporate & wedding string quartet who trained at London’s most prestigious music conservatoires and recently joined Madness on their UK tour. |
Enquire about Sugar Beat Band
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One of the slickest, sexiest, most entertaining bands on the circuit, delivering classic R'n'B and Rock'n'Roll of the 50s and 60s – the music of Etta James, Dinah Washington, Little Richard, Johnny Otis, Ray Charles et al - with a 21st century attitude. |
Enquire about Electric Red
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From Ford Motor Cars to Roman Abramovich's birthday party, this stylish London 5-piece have taken their show all over the world. Brass section and afternoon background music available. |
Enquire about DJ Toby
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Immaculately presented, polite & flexible party and wedding DJ with a large library of 1950's music to current chart hit music. |
Enquire about The Slick City Swingers
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The Slick City Swingers are one of the best compact jazz bands in the UK making it the perfect musical choice for your event. |
Enquire about (Sinatra) Strictly Sinatra
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Arguably the biggest and greatest singing performer of all time is uniquely recreated in this fantastic special tribute performance. Available soloist (to backing tracks) or with live band. |
Enquire about (60s) The Beatniks
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Super talented 3 or 4 piece 60s tribute, covering all the quintessential English bands from the era, such as the Kinks, the Small Faces, the Rolling Stones and the Beatles. |
Enquire about Mike (guitarist)
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Mike's sensitive, non-intrusive classical guitar playing provides the perfect atmosphere for events such as wedding ceremonies, wedding receptions, dinners, parties, and corporate events. |
Enquire about (Michael Buble) Greg Martin
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First class singer who can turn himself to almost any style - choose between tributes to Michael Buble, the Rat Pack, Robbie Williams, 60s/70s/80s party songs, or mix it up. |
Enquire about Panama
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Compact, versatile and great value 2 - 4 piece Sussex party & wedding band with male and female vocals playing everything from 60s Motown to the latest chart hits. Suitable for all events! |
Enquire about Carmen Duo
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Vibrant and dynamic flute/cello duo providing both classical, latin and popular music, along with a touch of style to any event. |
Enquire about Alan (guitarist)
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Alan’s repertoire and performances bridge styles ranging from classical to jazz to pop and world music, and have enchanted audiences and critics alike with their virtuosity and great range of expression. |
Enquire about Ellie (singer)
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Accomplished female vocalist and wedding singer covering motown, soul and modern hits, with over four years of experience performing both public and private events. |
Enquire about Four Strings
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Stunning solo violinist from Liverpool with a huge repertoire of pop, classical and jazz for weddings receptions, corporate functions and more. Great value and recommended for venues with space restrictions. |
Enquire about DJ Brian
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Top Kent wedding DJ and party DJ with over 15 years experience in club and mobile DJ work; Brian prides himself on a reliable and professional service ensuring your event will be remembered for years. |
Enquire about Hugh (guitar/vocals)
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London based acoustic guitar/vocalist with a wide range of rock, jazz, latin and soul classics; perfect for background music during receptions, dinners and ceremonies. |
Enquire about Swing Easy
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London's finest young jazz musicians performing some of the best jazz music ever written, including songs by Cole Porter, Louis Prima, Stan Getz, Gershwin, Miles Davis and Diana Krall. Available as a 3-5 piece. |
Enquire about Swing City
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Swing City have the line-up and repertoire to get feet tapping and put smiles on faces. A unique blend of great songs and instrumentals from dinner jazz to Rat Pack/big band swing to funky pop, all delivered with style and enthusiasm! |
Enquire about Rob (pianist)
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A graduate of the Royal College of Music, Rob is a superb cocktail, jazz and wedding pianist, with experience playing in a wide variety of live situations, from restaurants to fashion parades! |
Enquire about Nick (pianist)
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Experienced and talented pianist with a wide-ranging, constantly updated repertoire and a friendly and professional service. |
Enquire about The Rockettes
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The Rockettes are today’s answer to The Andrews Sisters. With killer heels, killer curves and killer harmonies, they have been called to the musical front line to lift the spirits of ladies and gentlemen all over the world. |
Enquire about The Jive Aces
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The UK's top jive & swing act, the Jive Aces are renowned for their hot, swinging music and high-energy stage show. |
Enquire about The London Brass Collective
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Five young and versatile brass musicians playing their own special arrangements of familiar songs, whether jazz or classical, and offering a unique sound for any occasion. |
Enquire about The Claritones
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Four clarinet virtuosos, all graduates of the Royal Academy of Music, playing classical tunes from baroque to modern, jazz to pop, with a dash of Gershwin and a hint of tango. |
Enquire about Valse Flute Duo
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The relaxing sound of two flutes, perfect for ceremonies, receptions and dinners. |
Enquire about DJ Oli
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Top London party & wedding DJ, who's supported artists such as Dangermouse, Grandmaster Flash, Dj Vadim and Fourtet amongst many others. |
Enquire about Django Lives!
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A lively and experienced acoustic gypsy jazz trio playing the music of Django Reinhardt and other jazz standards, plus arrangements of classical tunes and modern rock ‘n’ pop favourites. |
Enquire about The Preiss Kalonaris Duo
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Dynamic and exciting acoustic guitar duo that has proved a popular hit at receptions and corporate events, with a repertoire drawing on jazz, classical music, Brazilian music and other styles. |
Enquire about Peggy (solo harp)
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An exquisitely tasteful and highly experienced prize-winning solo harpist playing classical, jazz and pop favourites, TV and movie theme tunes and songs from musicals. |
Enquire about In The Mood
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Sensational 6-9 piece jazz & swing band performing a fantastic mix of Swing, Rat Pack, Soul and Motown music to give you a party to remember! |
Enquire about The Merry-Makers Steel Band (Acoustic)
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Acoustic Caribbean steel pan band available as a duo or trio. Ideal for cool background music at wedding receptions, garden parties, ceremonies and other events. |
Enquire about The Jazz Surgeons
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London’s finest young musicians, available as a duo through to a sextet, playing a perfectly chosen collection of jazz and pop songs - from Cole Porter to Eric Clapton, Miles Davis to Norah Jones. |
Enquire about Samurai Hat
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This upbeat guitar and bass duo with two male vocalists and a repertoire ranging from 60s to 00s are a great choice for a big sound on a small budget. |

































































