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Not sure about venue, but for a blues brothers type band, contact "absynthfairy" on this forum.

As for dj's , there are loads on here, including myself.
Im sure you will be innundated with quotes :thumbsup:

i am new to the site, how do i find absythfairy ?

"absynthfairy" (http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/member.php?u=8956)

Highway Child (http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=133258011)

Are the Sharp Cuts the band that used to play in the hole in the road in the 80s?

recommendations for a DJ, Steve on Sheff 2454711, ring him after 5 weekdays. good luck

Hi,

I know there is a Sheffield wildlife trust on Woodlane in Stannington that you can hire out i think, don't think it's very expensive and it's a barn think it holds 50plus

my pal is a dj,does weddings birthdays and so on and so on,give him a ring
aj's disco's and karaoke 07926468422

Hi my name is carl yhe Don I am a DJ with all the requred music Old Schoo; Stone roses etc etc I come in at £250 including lighrs and sound system . I also own a wicked venue on the Wicker Called Club Shhhh. The Venue hire without security is £300 and will accomadate up to 200 people phone 0114 273 1122 and ask for carl the don

I dont ask for much!

Does any one know where i can get the following for the 8th of Sept 2007?

1. a good venue for a party, its an informal wedding reception in centre or south sheffield or peak district. ideal venue would be something like the forum!

2. A band that does great stone roses / beatles / oasis covers, or failing that a Blue Brothers band?

3. A DJ - got to be able to play old skool house (i got an ipod) plus classic motown, beatles and brit pop from the '90 to '98 era.

Looking forward all the replies......?
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Got a venue now. Thanks every one for your help.

Got a place in Dronfield, small intimate place for 100 and has a large outside area.

Does any one know where i can go to see some DJ's in action?

I have recently started up a small entertainments agency based in Sheffield and I can provide all kinds of quality entertainers for weddings, parties and corporate events, etc including jazz / swing bands, blues bands, party bands, tribute and cover bands, discos, pipers and solo acts. You can visit the site at entertainmentupnorth.co.uk.

If there are any entertainers interested in being included in my directory please email me your details to info@entertainmentupnorth.co.uk. I need to see proof of experience as well as relevant insurance details(public liability) before I can consider putting any entertainer forward for an event.

Hi, my name is Lindsay O'Malley and I have been playing music for 14 years, having studied at boarding school and at the Royal College of Music in London. I play a variety of Classical, jazz, Folk, Ska, Reggae and funk styles. I have played at a few weddings, and I can either choose a programme to suit you or what I prefer to do is ask you what some of your, or your partners favourite love songs are. I then have a consultation with you briefly to talk through any problems or thoughts and play you a couple. This can be months before, just so to make sure we are all happy and the gig is booked. Then I will meet you on the day and either play in the corner out in a garden somewhere after the speeches, or whatever suits you.

If anyone is interested in meeting me to talk about me playing at your wedding then feel free to pm me and we can have a chat about prices and availability. I am taking bookings for next summer. But may be able to fit you in this summer.

Alternatively I play with a Saxophone Quartet and also a 11 piece ska band who all take bookings.

Lindsay

Hi
I am getting married on 15th June this year and was after some music.....but not sure what type (mainly claming) and was wondering how much you charge, and do you work by the hour?
many thanks

We're looking for a DJ for 6th July - has anyone got any recommendations?
Thanks

as i am renewing my vows i dont think it is appropriate to have the bridal march for when i walk down the aisle so can anyone give me any ideas these are the two that ive starter with
1.heaven(candlelight mix)=dj sammy
2.songbird=eva cassidy

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Hiya

Long term Sheffield Forummer here! I've got lots of experience in DJing weddings so your special day will be enjoyable and fun.

I arrange to meet you in advance of the day - so we can discuss how you'd like the evening to run, you can tell me which songs you'd like to hear on the night, whether you'd want a special song playing, how much talking on the mic you'd like, and so on. At the end of the day, you tell me what you'd like to happen and I'll do my utmost to make sure it flows smoothly. Or if you haven't a clue what you want, talk to me and we can come up with a cunning plan!

I can cover the Sheffield/Rotherham/Barnsley area.

PM me to start the ball rolling.

Buffy

If im a bit late im sorry , but ive always thought of the blowers daughter by damian rice , when renewing vows, and colourblind by counting crows

i had faith hill (pearl harbour theme tune) there you'll be.
And daniel beddingfield if your not the one.

10,000 Maniacs - I'm Gonna Make You My Wife - just read the lyrics to this and they're really nice, HOWEVER can't find the music on internet anywhere to listen to - can anyone find it??

We have a website which can help you find an artist for your wedding day. Free advice and help
info@sheffieldjazzandswing.org.uk

what about...."whats that coming over the hill...is it a monster" :hihi::hihi:

Very funny:hihi::hihi::hihi::hihi:

Highway Child are a slick, semi-pro 11 piece soul show band (4x vocal, 2x sax, trumpet, bass, guitar, keyboards, drums) and have played in many venues in the city centre and in surrounding areas (West St Live, Under the Boardwalk, The Grapes, Trippets, The Casbah, Dove and Rainbow, The Mansfield Intake, The Snooty Fox in Wakefield, Sheffield Students Union, Moorfoot Tavern, The Apollo - to name a few). We play to over 2000 every payday weekend at West St Live, with a great response, and are due to play The Octagon Centre in October.

We are now seeking more bookings for weddings or parties. We can offer 40ish songs which can be split into a variety of sets (ideally 2 but works well as 3 too) and an infectious on stage energy that keeps people happy and dancing all night. We play songs made famous by The Blues Brothers and The Commitments as well as other soul classics and are more than happy to consult with you as a couple if you have specific songs you would like to hear.

Money can be discussed - PA available if necessary.

References would not be a problem should you require them... You can also see us at West Street Live, every payday weekend, (Fri and Sat).

PM me for more details.

Thanks!

My husbands daughter sang songbird as I walked down the aisle and there was not a dry eye in the room.

Great choice xxx

My husbands daughter sang songbird as I walked down the aisle and there was not a dry eye in the room.

Great choice xxx

Awww, bet that was well sweet :D

My husbands daughter sang songbird as I walked down the aisle and there was not a dry eye in the room.

Great choice xxx

aww i wish i had someone to do that........closest i'd get is my mother in law on karaoke :roll:

My sister sang at my wedding. She sang faith hill song ,there you'll be.
It was ace, she really did me proud. x

My husbands daughter sang songbird as I walked down the aisle and there was not a dry eye in the room.

Great choice xxx

What is Songbird?x

We are getting married next August and are now looking for the enertainment!! Any recommendations appreciated.....

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I've been advertising my team of DJs on Sheffield Forum since the site pretty much began! I've got several residential discos/karaokes/rock nights and you're welcome to come down to see how I operate. Have done various shows, including weddings, for Forummers (also getting married myself next year so know what I'd want to have happen at mine and would expect to pass on the same standard to you).

Where have you dj'd for wedding receptions and where is good? A lot of the places I've looked at only allow there own djs, with no way of knowing if they're any good and no way of meeting up beforehand!

I'm getting married next year and planning to have the ceremony at the registry office, then a ceilidh (like a barn-dance) in the evening. Does anyone know any reception venues big enough for dancing? It doesn't have to be posh. Could be a church hall or community centre. Any suggestions would be great as I am totally clueless about weddings!

Also if anyone knows a good ceilidh band let me know!

try: http://www.parkfarmhouse.co.uk/

I can't remember the other place I liked the look of that was barn-ey... will go through my giant stack of brochures later ;)

Thanks! I'm impressed that you are organised enough to have loads of brochures!

My fiance isn't! :hihi:

Grosvenor House Hotel has a huge room with its own bar in and no pillars !!! Excellant service I ahve had thus far as well

It depends on what you're after, I've done small intimate locations, such as local pubs because the couple wanted to be in familiar surroundings with their friends and I've done larger country houses before.

The difficulty with using an in house DJ is that you don't necessarily know what you're going to get, their range of music, etc. You can't suss them out in advance. I try to speak to the couple before and undertake a consultation with them, encourage them to come to one of my shows so they can see me in action and give me a list of songs they would especially like to hear.

My advice is to say to the hotel that it's your special day and you want to have the party to meet your requirements. They ought to offer the consultation which I offer, if not then tell them that unless you can use your own DJ then they're going to lose your business - stamp your feet and speak to someone higher up the chain. You're the customer.

I'm doing a Wedding Anniversary party for a biker this weekend at a biker's pub. Can't wait!!!

Thanks Kashul!

We have "Roger the badger" for our wedding. What a great time we had. Hope yours is as good as ours was.

There is a hall at the top of Stannington. Church street i think it is. Its a very big hall divided into two, one for food as we did our own and one for the guests, tables etc included.
They will put a bar on by a local pub for a small cost.
There is a kitchen...it is a brilliant place.
I remember the charged being £400+ for the day. 9am-12midnight.

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hi . can any one give me an average price to hire a weeding dj. i have trawled the internet all day and no one can give me a ball park figure . if you have had a wedding recently can you tell me how much your d j was
cheers

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Hi,
does anyone have any recommendations for local bands to have at a wedding? We're after something jazzy, funky, or reggae ideally - no cheesy covers and no Indie/Rock (at my fiance's request!). And we're on a tight budget so the more affordable the better of course.

Thanks in advance. x

Have you tried searching on MySpace - there are many bands listed on there who play locally.

For reggae, try SADACCA on the Wicker - I'm sure they'll be able to recommend someone.

I've recently done some weddings and have a few booked for Forummers. Prices vary depending on what is wanted. I'll be happy to run through a consultation with you and give you a price. I'll PM you.

Thanks Classic Rock,
I have tried myspace for Reggae bands, without much success so far. I'll try SADACCA, good suggestion - cheers! x

Hi,
I'm looking for some funky wedding music for my wedding. Do you have any samples of your music available on the web? How much do you charge?

Thanks x

Hi Lindsay

Can you tell me what it is you actually play solo ? What are your rates ?

dont go over £300 what ever they tell you.

£250 is a good figure

the price quoted by a dj is dependent on distance time & the requirements of the client if they wanted to book a dj for just an evening party it would of course cost less than an all day event.
each wedding is unique so the dj must consult with the couple for there requirements .so you cannot just say the price will be x amount . at the end of the day its a once in a lifetime thing so you get what you pay for .
i always consult with the couple several times to update any special requirements.
its not just turn up play music get paid go home .:thumbsup:

hi, has anyone had a boy soprano or know of a boys choir to sing at the church, if not any suggestions for anyone else to do church music?

I'm thinking about having a magican at my wedding for a little entertainment fot the kids. Has anybody had one and can tell me if it is worth it or not, and how much. A contact for one would also be helpfull cheers.

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I once went to a wedding where a magician went round everyones tables doing magic tricks for the adults, it was fantastic.

No idea who he was but rather than doing it just for the kids you could consider some table magic for everyone.

Obviously the real magic will be happening later on in your wedding room.........(sorry)

I went to a wedding a couple of years ago, and they had a magician who was absolutely fantastic. Entertaining everyone, kids and adults. A brilliant attraction for a reception.

If you don't find one, PM me and I'll ask my mate who he was. :)

I hired Derren Brown for my wedding, he cost £1800 ph, a bit expensive but well worth the money. The guy is genius. PM if you want his contact details.

What are you thinking, something to make the wife disappear.

Q. What food puts women off sex?
A. Wedding cake

If you need a comedian just give me a bell!!

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Hi,

we're getting married on the edge of Sheffield on the 10th of February next year (2008. We're looking to find a female guitarist to play some songs during the wedding ceremony itself (including a couple of specific songs). Any suggestions for a good singer and guitarist would be very welcome!

Thank you!

Kitty and Mike

Hi,

I have been quoted £240 for a DJ for my wedding in August and wondered if this was a reasonable price or not?

Can anyone recommend anyone?

PM sent! :)

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Hi,

Does anyone know of a wedding DJ who could play a set list that we had put together along with a few classic wedding songs (build me up buttercup/ymca etc!!!). We have quite a few songs we know we want played at our wedding but unsure how to go about it. Not all the songs we want are the mainstream songs you hear at weddings/birthdays etc. But we also want to include something for everyone, so I suppose i'm looking for someone who could put their own stuff together aswell as taking instruction from me!!! Without sounding like an idiot we are looking for something a little bit funkier than the normal wedding DJ.

Any ideas???

x

you could maybe put all the songs on cd yourself and just get someone to play that?

Hi

We have recently decided to get married on a cruise, but having a reception when we get back. We have booked the reception hall (The Rectory, Handsworth) for 10th January 2009, how soon should we start looking for entertainment? We would quite like a band, any ideas were to look.

Many thanks

Sarah

You can start now. I'm sure bands will be happy to put the date in their diary. Bands do sometimes split up though!!

If you're having a band I'd also advise you to have some music played before and after they play, otherwise it'll be a bit quiet! Depending on the band, they may have some music they can run through their system, alternatively if you want to be able to hear the music you want, give requests and so on then you'll need a DJ. If you choose to go down that route, then drop me a line, I'll be happy to help you out.

we have put together our own music on our ipod and a friend has made it seamless?? Our marquee co threw in the sound system to play it so we will be able to sort it out ourselves.

If your still looking I know a magician, PM me and I will give you his details hon xxx

Hi there, Highway Child are a local R&B Soul band. We play covers of classic R&B Soul songs from artists such as Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, and also cover more Funky artists such as James Brown, Kool and the Gang and Sky and the family Stone. All done tastefully, (not cheesy). We have played various different functions, including The Octagon for Sheff Uni student's ball. The link below will take you to our MySpace page, where there is a full list of our repetoire of songs. Either email me on address below or leave a message on the MySpace. Cheers, Rachel.

whats a rough price guide for hiring a band please? I'd quite like a bit of live music, maybe for an hour or two at our wedding reception, is this feasible? Would they need loads of space?

I looked into this and found prices ranging from 300 upwards to a thousand or so...Ended up with the drifters which is my anniversary present from hubbie

hehe

Hi, my OH and I have been looking at a band too and most people have been quoting us £700-£1500 depending on how big (and experienced) the band are. That's usually for 2 hours split into 2 x 1hr sets.

What kind of band are you looking for? We've been looking for a swing/easy listening band which tend to have more musicians in them so that might have pushed the price up a bit but I think you will still be looking at £450+ for a function band that have experience of doing weddings.

hmmm looks like i'll stick to a dj then lol, thanks for the replies!!

Unless you know a band personally, it's a minefield. You need to know you're getting the right quality. It takes a fair bit of research otherwise.

If you're still after a DJ then drop me a line.

Have a look at our Myspace on the link below...if you like what you see and the reception is held either in, or near Sheffield, we could give you a decent price.

Have a look at our Myspace on the link below...if you like what you see and the reception is held either in, or near Sheffield, we could give you a decent price.

:( the link doesnt work hun

:( the link doesnt work hun

ignore that, it was my aohell playing up lol.

Hi, I'm looking for a string trio to play for a very short time (approx 1 hour / just 3 or 4 pieces) in a tiny venue in Lincolnshire, for my wedding in August 2008. I've been looking around on the internet, and the prices quoted for professional groups are a bit out of my price range! As a violinist myself, I appreciate that this cost is to pay for the quality, and 'behind the scenes' practice and preparation... Anyway... as I can't really play at my own wedding :hihi: are there any amateur or semi-professionals out there that fit the bill?

http://www.simplystringstrio.co.uk/

These are very very good.

www.hazelscatering.co.uk

HI I know its a minefiled getting a decent band so personal recommendation really does help! i found out about the fabulous Nicola Farnon and band through a friends husband, they played 2 sets of 45 mins with great music on the pa inbetween.

They are the most delightfull swing/jazz type set up and cost us a wopping £650!!! (I think we pushed for the lowest price possible??) But to be honest they were worth every penny, there is nothing worse than your evening being spoilt by the wrong music!

She has her own website which you can contact her on I believe, just search on her name.

Hope this helps some??:thumbsup:

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Hi everyone,

I was just wondering what kind of price we'd be looking for to hire a DJ for our wedding reception, we're getting married on a tight budget so i'm wanting to plan and budget enough money for the night.

We'd be looking to hire a DJ from about 4pm until late.

Does anyone know roughly?

Thanks in advance.

I've sent you a PM asking for more details. Hopefully we can work together.

PM sent, contact for more details

Martine

Why do people post PM sent lol sure the member will get a prompt to say you have a PM.

If you are on a tight budget I'd suggest having your Disco from 8pm to keep costs down, also remember cheapest ain't always the best

Nice to see you are on the ball Bruno.

and yes you are right

you get what you pay for and reducing the times will reduce the costs involved

Can anyone recommend a dj for our wedding?

what other types of wedding entertainment can people think of, other than bands and dj's?

Stripper
Bingo
A quiz
Jelly wrestling
Dominos
Salsa dancing lessons
Line dancing
Murder mystery evening
Bucking bronco
Play your cards right
Hide and seek
Strip poker
Speed dating for the guests
Children's party games, eg pin the tail on the donkey, pass the parcel, musical chairs
Beetle drive

They're off the top of my head, if you want some more you know where to come :)

We are having a magician and are also thinking of getting either a giant connect four game, giant snakes and ladders or giant Jenga, but we haven't decided which one yet. They are costing £35 to hire and thought it would be different. I think a bouncy castle for the kids would be good too, but my htb keeps reminding me that we do have a budget to stick to... oh well!

A wedding i went to last year had a magician. He was fantastic. Came round each table as we were eating - which i thought would be a bit annoying - but actually worked really well. Good for breaking the ice on tables of people who don't know each other.

i'm looking into magicians, i've just had a quote for £450, but am waiting on a couple of others to get back to me, glad to hear they're a success!

Giant tiddly winks!

what the heck is jelly wrestling lmao?

A stripper at a wedding? jelly wrestling? omg what weddings do you go to?:hihi::hihi:

A stripper at a wedding? jelly wrestling? omg what weddings do you go to?:hihi::hihi:

a lot more interesting than the norm i think :hihi:

What about stilt walkers or fire eaters (outdoors of course)

What about stilt walkers or fire eaters (outdoors of course)

very interesting but its a december wedding so a bit cold i think!

Hi,

Could you all let me know what your favourite songs are? I am going to make a list for the DJ for our evening wedding reception.

Thanks

what kind hun, love song type stuff or more dancy?

Im sure alot of you will find that when booking a hotel they will insist you have thier resident DJ.

This is fine if you are happy to go along with that choice, but what I don't agree with is the price they charge, as you will find that most will add thier bit on and add vat on your total bill, most DJ's are not vat registered so you are paying tax what you don't have to.

One thing you can ask is why you have to have thier DJ, the most probable answer is liability insurance, a few of us do have liability insurance, for example I'm covered upto £5 million, and all equipment is pat tested to the legal requirement.

So if you know of a DJ who has liability insurance this can save you quite a lot of money.

We went to sort stuff out with our venue last night. The wedding organiser recommended using their resident DJ as she thought it would be the cheapest option (£200 for 5 hours)

Does this sound good value or do you think I should shop around?

the biggest advantage for the venue with a resident dj is that everything is set up.
in my day we used to turn up plug the decks in and away went, in the working mens clubs we used to plug into the pa.system for some of our events so only the mixer and decks were needed.
the in house dj @ Aston Hall has a full lighting rig and system set up - so if you use him the jobs set up for you, if you use someone else who's gonna take the resident rig down.

the biggest advantage for the venue with a resident dj is that everything is set up.
in my day we used to turn up plug the decks in and away went, in the working mens clubs we used to plug into the pa.system for some of our events so only the mixer and decks were needed.
the in house dj @ Aston Hall has a full lighting rig and system set up - so if you use him the jobs set up for you, if you use someone else who's gonna take the resident rig down.


The in house DJ's don't have a permanent set up, this is because the rooms are used for conferences in the day, and I know that for sure at Aston Hall, The wedding gusts don't have to set the gear up lol, and it's upto the resident DJ to remove his mobile set up

Our venue have a retainer arrangement with their resident DJ so if we don't have him we have to pay £95 anyway. He's £195 in total I think. Not sure If we pay the venue or pay him direct.

Our venue have a retainer arrangement with their resident DJ so if we don't have him we have to pay £95 anyway. He's £195 in total I think. Not sure If we pay the venue or pay him direct.

Why is there a retainer? ask to see the contract between hotel and DJ. I would like to bet part of that is the profit the hotel would make by you havin thier DJ.

I will also be that there is no written contract between any hotel and DJ.

I know I been in the business long enough

You might be right but they do have events most weekends for which they need the DJ so I think the retainer is to make sure that he is available every Friday and Saturday all year. We've heard him before and he's quite good so we aren't too worried.

You might be right but they do have events most weekends for which they need the DJ so I think the retainer is to make sure that he is available every Friday and Saturday all year. We've heard him before and he's quite good so we aren't too worried.

Thats great if you are happy with with that, the reason I said ask to look at the contract between hotel and DJ, is because there won't be one.

The point I'm makingis that for your big day you should be able to have whatever you want, without a hotel saying "you can only have our DJ" or "yes you can bring your own, but you will have to pay us £95.

I'm sure many people have experienced this, and it's because the hotel is wanting to squeeze that few more quid out of your pocket.

Anything and everything, just your favourites!

I started making a list myself but only got this far...

Once, Twice, Three Times a Lady - Lionel Richie
Digital Love - Daft Punk
You're my best frind - Queen
Kissing You - Des're
Young Hearts Run Free - Kym Mazelle
White wedding - Billy Idol
I don’t wanna miss a thing - aerosmith
Another Chance - Roger Sanchez
How wonderful life is when you're in the world (Your Song)- Ewan McGregor version
Don't Stop Me Now - Queen
Do Your Thing - Basement Jaxx
When Doves Cry - Prince

My 2 favourite smoochy ones are Stay with Me til Dawn (Judi Tzuke) and Midnight Train to Georgia.

If its a wedding you definitely need a few Girls Aloud songs to cheese things up a bit! 'I'll stand by you' as a smoochy one, and 'Love Machine' to get everyone dancing!

For some reason Uncles seem to like dancing to 'Baggy Trousers'

:)

im lucky, a very good friend of mine is a vicar and juggler/fire eater, so he is doing our wedding service and also reception entertainment all for a few drinks afterwards!

im lucky, a very good friend of mine is a vicar and juggler/fire eater, so he is doing our wedding service and also reception entertainment all for a few drinks afterwards!

:o I need friends like this!

help i'm getting married in a hotel and need help in what song to walk down the aisle to and signing the register. Any ideas anyone.

noo but i'm thinking of this at the moment, i'll let you know if i come up with anything!

Just choose a song thats meaningful to you both, thats what we did. we had Angel by Elvis! :hihi:

I agree, choose a song that means something to you both.

Im using "Im Kissing you" by Desree (from Romeo and Juliet) for walking down the aisle, "Heaven" (Slow version) by DJ Sammy for signing the register and then finishing it all with "Beautiful Day" by U2

Hi there, Highway Child are a high energy local 10 piece soul band. We play a range of classic covers by greats such as Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Ray Charles.

We play alot of Commitments and Blues Brothers classics, which always pleases a crowd.

We have a repetoire of around 50 songs which you can choose from for your event.

We also have a couple of gigs coming up locally, which you could come to, and see what you think.

For more info see the link below.

Cheers, Rachel

Highway Child

Hi there, Highway Child are a high energy local 10 piece soul band. We play a range of classic covers by greats such as Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Ray Charles.

We play alot of Commitments and Blues Brothers classics, which always pleases a crowd.

We have a repetoire of around 50 songs which you can choose from for your event.

We also have a couple of gigs coming up locally, which you could come to, and see what you think.

For more info see the link below.

Cheers, Rachel

Highway ChildSounds good... but, the million dollar question...
How much do you charge?! :D

oddsocks - what sort of prices have you been getting quoted? I am also interested in having a band but don't know how much more it will add to the budget :?

Hi Katy, thanks for the interest.

How much we charge would depend on the event, (wedding, private party etc).

It also depends on how far we have to travel and whether the venue we play at has a PA (the sound equipment needed for a live gig)

With this info I can give you a price.

PS If the event is for charity and has the right promotion, we sometime do gigs free of charge.

try scott bramley.(google his name) we've booked his 5 piece band for this years wedding. you can listen to him online as well.

We also have a couple of gigs coming up locally, which you could come to, and see what you think.



Hi Rachele

That sounds interesting, I'll see if I can make it down to a gig, maybe the West St Live one. Is there anywhere I can hear you on the internet?

Also can you give me an idea of price, it will be in Hassop Hall near Bakewell and I'm more than convinced they don't have any sound equipment!

PM if thats easier.

Ta

x

Oh PS the first dance is 'Earth Angel' (as in from Back to the Future) and I'd love a live band to do it as a sax would just be awesome. Also 'our' song is Baker Street by Gerry Rafferty, any chance it could be played?

oddsocks - what sort of prices have you been getting quoted? I am also interested in having a band but don't know how much more it will add to the budget :?

Well I've been looking on Alive network and their prices seem to range between £750 and £2000. But I'm hoping that maybe thats because its an agency....

Well I've been looking on Alive network and their prices seem to range between £750 and £2000. But I'm hoping that maybe thats because its an agency....:shocked: Ooh that would definitely rule out having a band on our budget! :(

:shocked: Ooh that would definitely rule out having a band on our budget! :(

We're exactly the same, at the moment, those kind of prices can't tempt the H2B. If I hear of anything better I shall let you know!

we're paying considerably less than Alive prices for a 5 piece "Rat pack" themed band.

professional bands usually charge £50 - £200 per head for each band member and a sound engineer, any more than this usually suggests a better than average pedigree. This cost usually but not always includes travel, P.A etc. If booked through an agency an adiitonal fee is usually applicable.My experience of cheaper bands that i dont know is one of unreliability caused i think by charging prices which are unsustainble. A professional party D.J is in the region of £30 - £40 an hour inc set up and breakdown. Occasional gems can be found that are cheaper than this but the general rule is the cheaper the price the higher the risk !! Also i have never seen a band that are not hungry/thirsty so check what they expect on this score if the money is tight

I wanted a band but decided the venue was too small :(

Our venue would be great and the lady who showed us round said they normally put on some food for the band, so all we really need is the band now!

One reason is that some of our friends just had their wedding at the same venue with a DJ, and I want to make our wedding a bit different from the normal DJ that most weddings seem to have now. Just want a real feel good band, that can play Earth Angel!

whats your budget i may be able to recommend someone in your price range

I shall talk to the hubby to be and get back to you on that one ; )

We got married in a registry office and we had Kenny G's the wedding song for coming in and Love and Marriage for going out, with Matt Munros Portrait of my love whilst we were signing teh register , photographs etc, then a piper piped us down the stairs and outside for more pics etc

We love andrea bocelli so we are having canto della terra.

whats your budget i may be able to recommend someone in your price range

Right well I reckon we'd be looking at about £500 which preferably would also include a DJ option with it. If it was a mindblowing band we might might be able to stretch a little more.

Classic Rock

arnt you having the theme from HAWAII 5 'O

:hihi::hihi::hihi::hihi:

Hi
I have sent a pm but not sure it went through let me know or ive me acall on 2754365 i have a really good contact for you

Im getting married in Nov this year and need a DJ for my reception! Must have proof of all the relevant insurances. Please can you provide any recommendations?

Thanks

give me a call my number is 07756891818, might have someone who could help you out. Where are you getting married?

hi give us a call
we have done a few weddings for sheffield forum members
http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=308854
http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=311588
we are fully insured

I also think you should consider hiring a magician. It is a great ice-breaker. Absolutely perfect for weddings.

Actually I have had the opportunity of seeing quite a few magicians in action over the years, having attended numerous corporate events and trade shows during the course of my work.

Of all the magicians I have seen so far, from a shear technical content point of view, the most memorable has to be a local magician called Nigel Francis.

I have seen him at several events now, including the City Hall, Cutlers Hall and twice at Baldwin's Omega.

I specifically remember him performing some really mindblowing stuff with coins as well as some very clever card tricks.

A friend of mine saw him do a demo at the Doncaster Racecourse Wedding Fayre last month and booked him on site. I am also considering getting him to work on my company's "Trade Show Exhibition Stand" later this year.

For a totally professional service call Bear Entertainments on 07985 713763 or Email bearentertainments@o2.co.uk

We can offer an evening of entertainment tailored to suit all your requirments.

From Back ground Music to The First Dance through to the Last Dance.

We curently hold over 160,000 music tracks ranging from the 50's to present day

We offer a personal service and advice and come to meet with you to discuss how YOU want your BIG DAY to go.

We are able to call upon the services of a range of Sheffields Top DJ's

Fully insured up to 5 Million pounds and PAT tested

Having worked at:

The Cutlers Hall
Marriot Hotel
Tapton Hall
Lose Hill Hall
The Rutland Hotel
and many more

We have the expertise to ensure the best party for you and your guests.

i'm using kashuls tip for a magician! he sounds great, just have to decide whether to have him visit before or after the meal now!

not sure what music we are having for wedding yet but having dj sammy candlelight... heaven for first dance

If your tip prooves to be the wrong image or they are booked then I am a professional close up magician from Sheffield. My website provides lots of information & photos of me performing.

Russ
www.smartmagic.co.uk

if anybody needs a bouncy castle for any event wedding,childrens party i hire our castles out at a very competitve rate.

WWW.HAPPYDAYSBOUNCYCASTLEHIRE.COM

hope i can help....

Professional fortune teller, palm reader and mind magician specialising in wedding receptions, dinner parties & corporate events. Your guests will be queueing up to have their palms read - I guarantee it!

A lot more exciting than a "normal" magician! Full Equity member and fully insured.

Thanks!

www.littlebiggift.co.uk

Gemolade Vocal Group

Performing songs from Jazz through to chart music. All we need is a plug point and stage area as we provide our own PA system and lighting rig.

You can check out our website at gemolade.co.uk

Please can anyone help us find a violinist/quartet to play through the ceremony? Have tried the Music school but not really got anywhere. I thought there may be a student looking to earn a bit of extra cash!

Also we really want a swing band and would love to hire a local one. Anybody know any good ones (non pretentious if possible)?:D Ideally would like them to play all the classics and get the guests going!!;)

We have heard of a kind of surprise entertainment where waiters are hidden within the waiting staff and are actually operatic singers then surprise the guests throughout the meal!!! Anyone know of a reasonably priced outfit that do this?

Please help!! :(:o:D:P;):|

[QUOTE=Jayneyb;3459356]Please can anyone help us find a violinist/quartet to play through the ceremony? Have tried the Music school but not really got anywhere. I thought there may be a student looking to earn a bit of extra cash!

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I am meeting with a violinist on Friday, he is a student and him and his friend are going to play during our ceremony and drinks reception. He is a friend of a friend and apparently is very good. I believe he also plays in a full string quartet. If you would like his details then pm me and I can ask him if he doesn't mind me forwarding his number to you.

Threads merged

Just a quickie to notify all of my new website sddress - www.thepsychicentertainer.co.uk

Entertaining palm & tarot card readings for you and your guests - wedding receptions a speciality!

well established Jazz band available for bookings

will travel

PM for more details

*We are a professional string quartet who have a wealth of experience playing for weddings, functions, and other celebrations.

*Our range of repertoire is vast.

*We charge very competitive rates, and will travel to suit.

*Please don't hesitate to contact me if any other information is required.

Looking for an "entertainer" for JUne 21st wedding. Just waiting on confrimed timings but likely to be 7.30 finish so probably start 3 hours prior to that ?
Magician type - not singer.


We are having a magician called Chris Maze, I don't know how much he charges as it is a gift from my mum. He was at one of her works do's and she said he was amazing, and so she booked him for our wedding as OH said he wanted one!

He has a website address see www.chrismagic.co.uk

Looking for an "entertainer" for JUne 21st wedding. Just waiting on confrimed timings but likely to be 7.30 finish so probably start 3 hours prior to that ?
Magician type - not singer.
I was about to raise my hand and go "Hello! I do magic-style entertainment for weddings!" but sadly I'm already booked for 21st June. A word of advice to folk planning weddings this summer is to get your bookings in early. Anyone worth their salt will get booked up fairly early on.

We have recently got married on 30/03/2008, and we had an excellent solo singer at our evening reception, i cannot begin to explain the voice he had. His name is Lee Jon and his contact No is: 01909 510 738 or i have a mobile number for him it is: 07748985492. Give him a ring you wont regret it. Hope this helps.

Hi Willman,

Do you mind me asking what band you have booked and if they are ny good?

Many thanks

Scott Bramley - check ou this website.

I've got a magician/balloon guy arranged, yipee. But if anyone is struggling or doesn't know where to start when of the pleasant "enterntainers" i spoke to referred me to Greentops - who appear to be an agency for this type of thing,and a very good job they do as well.

hi ther i run a father/son moblie disco.
www.Maddogdisco-tek.com
07527525033

if you need a moblie disco we would willing to do the job.

hope you keep us in mind

call andrew on 07527525033

I am an experienced violinist who can play for weddings whether it be in the church, at the reception, the wedding breakfast or as light background music.

I can play requested repertoire and charge competitive rates.

Please don't hesitate to contact me via PM.

Many thanks.

I am wanting something to keep my day guests entertained.I am getting married at 11:30 so it is going to be a long day for everyone.I am thinking of maybe a magician for an hour or two after the wedding breakfast before the evening guests arrive.How much do they charge?Has anyone got any recommendations?

try adiemajic - just had him for our daughters wedding. Kept everyone entertained and happy - the kids were mesmorised.

This guy performed at a dinner party I hosted and I was blown away. He told me he does weddings too so i thought i'd leave the website here. I was so impressed with him, I hope you will be too!
www.mentalmarvel.com
Good luck on your big day!

We had a guy called Lee Jon at our wedding, he was fantastic, He is a Solo male singer with a Female DJ. Have a look www.leejonweddingsinger.co.uk

Hi all. Professional palm and tarot reader available for work at wedding receptions. This is real magic - far more personal and exciting than a silly old traditional magician!

I work either as a "table-hopper" moving from table to table or small group to small group, or I can work from a static location such as a table where your guests approach me for their "readings". When working from a table I supply sparkly table cloth, crystal ball, candles etc to really add to the mysterious atmosphere!

Great entertainment, really upbeat and positive while remaining completely authentic.

Also available for hen nights, dinner parties etc. Full Equity member.

Cadellin - English ceilidh band

We are a Sheffield-based English ceilidh band who regularly play for weddings. We come with our own caller so our ceilidhs are suitable for audiences who have never done ceilidh dancing before, we also provide a PA system and sound engineer. More info, including sound clips, on our website: http://www.cadellin.co.uk We're also happy to offer advice to anyone considering booking a ceilidh band even if you're not ready to book a band yet or haven't definitely decided to have a ceilidh, contact details are on the website.

http://all-that-promotions.nezz-media.com/ (www.allthatpromoitions.co.uk when it finally gets redirected) we are a voluntary company that would be happy to find the right artist or band for you free of charge. Most of the bands we work with don't charge silly over the top prices either

we are a 4 piece all male, pop party band, playing songs to get you up dancing....
songs covered are from the 60's to present day chart. we also do packages where we provide the disco so it saves you the hassle of booking more entertainment.
available to travel anywhere in the UK, at excellent prices!!!!
We are 100% professional and carry a massive 6kw PA system and A computerised intelligent moving light show.
PM Me with any questions,
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=20575539590

http://all-that-promotions.nezz-media.com/ (www.allthatpromoitions.co.uk when it finally gets redirected) we are a voluntary company that would be happy to find the right artist or band for you free of charge. Most of the bands we work with don't charge silly over the top prices either

I've looked at your website, there's very little on it. You have two artists to promote, no news and little to encourage anyone to register with you or to offer reassurance or persuasion to anyone thinking of booking through you. I'd really recommend giving this site an overhaul as you're going to get little interest from it as it stands. Please take this comment with the spirit that it's meant - to encourage and help.

Hi I am looking for a DJ to play at our wedding next July......as I have never had to book a DJ before in my life I don't really know what I am looking for or how much I should be paying for a decent reliable service. Can anyone offer any advice or give me any recommendations??

Thanks

Hi I am looking for a DJ to play at our wedding next July......as I have never had to book a DJ before in my life I don't really know what I am looking for or how much I should be paying for a decent reliable service. Can anyone offer any advice or give me any recommendations??

Thanks


With pleasure. I've sent you a PM.

Hi I am looking for a DJ to play at our wedding next July......as I have never had to book a DJ before in my life I don't really know what I am looking for or how much I should be paying for a decent reliable service. Can anyone offer any advice or give me any recommendations??

Thanks

pm sent cheers

Hi all

I play the violin at weddings and have already posted else where in Sheffield forum.

If you want a violinist to play at your wedding then I'm your man. I have a varied list of pieces suited for weddings. I work with you to choose the right music. If I don't have the particular music then I can usually obtain it.

Send me a pm if interested.

Kind regards

Alan

www.keithspartymagic.co.uk

I am an experienced violinist who can play for weddings whether it be in the church, at the reception, the wedding breakfast or as light background music.

I can play requested repertoire and charge competitive rates.

Please don't hesitate to contact me via PM.

Many thanks.

I've pm'd you but your inbox is full :D so my messages may not have been delivered yet.

hi guys what is absythfairy???? i am new to the forum..

hi guys what is absythfairy???? i am new to the forum..

welcome to the forum! :) absynthfairy is a singer with a local group, if you PM her she can give details

Looking for a DJ? Check us out!

www.1DJ1.co.uk

Hi, I'm part of a 2-piece group. A combination of violin and electric state of the art piano. We cater for all aspects of the wedding day from before the bride arrives right through to when the wedding day ends.

Our repertoire is vast and varied.

We're taking taking bookings for this and next year so please pm me for more details.

:)

Hi all,
My name is Hollie and i am a female DJ, myself and my husband run a Wedding entertainment business. My husband is a wedding singer. We offer loads of different packages for all types of weddings and budgets. Please feel free to pm me for more info, we welcome all ideas and budgets. :)

Whichever DJ you choose a really good idea before your wedding is to ask a group of friends/family with a cross section of ages to all write down their top 10 songs that they would like to dance to and pass these on to the DJ. That way the DJ will have a good idea of the type of songs that are going to keep the dancefloor full.