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String quartets Harpists Classical guitarists Classical musicians Wedding ceremony musicians

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The Top 30 Most Popular First Dance Songs

Written by Kat Dadswell

If you’re struggling for first dance inspiration, there's no shame in choosing a tried-and-tested classic that's guaranteed to put a smile on everyone's faces. Here are our top 30 most requested songs.

Musical Spooks – Our Halloween Playlist

Written by Kat Dadswell

Halloween – it's an excuse for nutty dressing up and for gorging on pumpkin pie. More importantly, it's not just skeletons that will be coming out of the closets, but hoards of guilty musical pleasures. Here are ours!

30 Wedding Ceremony Song Ideas – from Entrance to Exit

Written by Clem Westwood

We've sifted through 1000s of wedding ceremony song ideas so you don't have to! Here are our favourite suggestions for the entrance, signing of the register and exit.

19 Last Dance Song Ideas

By Kat Dadswell

Make the most of the last few moments of your big day with an epic closing number. We've put together a list of the best last dance songs ever so you don't have to!

10 Songs To Avoid At Your Wedding Reception

By Kat Dadswell

These well-known songs may seem like ideal first dances or floor-fillers for your wedding reception, but be warned – their lyrical content is NOT one of enduring love!

10 Covers That Were More Popular Than The Original Version

Written by Mike Ausden

Ever heard of "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun" by erm, Robert Hazard? We thought not. Here are 10 cover songs that were bigger hits than the (often obscure) original.

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Our advice on setting up a band or solo act, developing promo and getting gigs. Plus, tips for musician on teaching, writing and gear.

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Choose music and entertainment for your party or corporate event that your guests will love. Tips on working with your venue, getting the most out of a small budget, and much more!

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From song ideas to budgeting to supplier recommendations. Everything you need to know to put on the wedding party of the century!

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Function Central's wedding clients share the highlights and pictures of their big day with us, give their planning advice, share their supplier tips, pictures and more!

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