Parties and functions are now fulfilling this new hunger for live music, by hiring solo artists and live bands. Depending on the nature of the function, this new real music can be anything from the soft ripples of a harp player to the rich, powerful musical tour de force of rock or soul bands. Provided the bands and artists chosen are experienced and perform to professional standards, live music is always guaranteed to go down extremely well at such functions.

When hiring artists and live bands, it is always a good idea to check testimonials as this is often the only means of independent corroboration as to the quality of the musicians. It is also a good idea to try and obtain some idea of the set lists the musicians intend playing, and to check whether they can perform any special requests. Studying photographs of the band in action will give an idea of the presentation standards of the group, as a professional stage look can be as important to an audience as the music.

At London Soul, our experienced 12 piece band can provide all your musical needs, and for any occasion.

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Professional wedding bands tend to go down extremely well among all guests, whether they are big music fans or not. The spectacle of a full troop of talented singers and versatile musicians is one of the most exciting around.

Furthermore, with experienced wedding bands, organisers rarely have to worry about whether the type of music chosen will find favour among guests; wedding bands know instinctively what makes a party go with a swing. Most wedding bands are essentially soul bands, picking up on the fact that popular soul music classics tend to be towards the top of most people

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Professional function bands provide not only an alternative musical source to that of a disco. They contribute performers who are sufficiently skilled to maintain the momentum already established, throughout both the awards ceremony and the humorous performance of the speaker. In essence, they are a third and extra slice of evening entertainment.

Even those attendees who profess to be unmusical will often find themselves captivated by the sight of the artistry and polished musical craftsmanship of live bands. Those guests who have even the slightest appreciation of music, however, will tend to respond in a positive way by dancing or singing along. At any rate, very few people will be in a hurry to leave when a quality live band takes to the stage, and all will mark the evening as one to remember long after the event.

Function bands are less expensive than generally thought, and given the length of time they are on stage actually represent incredible value for money.

At London Soul, our classic 12 piece band has ample experience of performing at a number of corporate functions, and we are happy to tailor our output to your requirements.

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Surprise parties can sometimes literally be hard to keep a surprise. The subject in question often suspects that something is going on, and the subterfuge can be incredibly difficult to maintain. Many party organisers, however, have found that by adding extra elements into the party mix, the surprise factor can continue to survive intact.

Arranging for old school or college friends to turn up, for example, is likely to surprise and delight even the most canny of surprise party victims.

However, the one item guaranteed to completely wow the subject of the party is the presence of a professional live band.

Professional party bands are more than a music provider; they are a guarantee of a full evenings entertainment. From the point of view of spectacle, there is nothing to beat the sight of a full complement of musicians and singers, putting their all into wowing the crowd.

Furthermore, professional live bands can contribute an interactive element to the proceedings; by, for example, having one of the singers personally serenading the guest of honour with his or her favourite song.

Live bands are also far more likely than conventional discos to keep party-goers up on the dance floor, thus making the evening enjoyable and memorable for both the surprise victim and his or her guests.

The sight of our 12-piece band at London Soul, complete with talented vocalists, a complete brass section, and the powerful performances of classic tracks, is especially guaranteed to take any special party guests breath away.

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As soon as the reception begins, soft background music can add a distinct touch of class to the proceedings. As the bride and groom make their first appearance, a live band can celebrate this moment with a pre-planned, or impromptu, musical piece, which captures the essence of the love and affection the guests feel towards the special couple. This could be the brides favourite song, or a tune the couple have chosen as their wedding theme. The lead singer can even personalise a well known standard, perhaps substituting a name in the song with that of the bride.

After the wedding breakfast, as the evening starts to get underway, wedding bands can switch tempo and coax guests on to the dance floor with that full, live sound that simply cannot be captured authentically by recorded means. Furthermore, the couples first dance will be remembered even more fondly than usual, particularly if the lead singer is again able to slip in a discreet personal touch.

Even those few guests able to resist the urge to dance will be enamoured and impressed by the spectacle of a live band; and the evening only guests will also feel less left out, when they find themselves being entertained in such spectacular fashion.

We at London Soul can provide wedding bands which cater for your every musical need, throughout your special day.

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However, some function organisers worry that whilst a DJ will always be able to play something for everyone, the repertoire of a live band may prove too limited to keep the vast majority of guests entertained. This concern is not only unfounded, but misconstrues the ways in which guests respond to musical entertainment.

Professional party bands on todays circuit have a vast range of material with which to entertain guests. Those with a rich multi-instrumental structure and strong multi-vocal talents, will be particularly adept at crossing over into different musical styles. The best soul bands, for example, can perform popular ballads and driving dance music with equal flair and panache.

Also, guests at a function will always tend to be genuinely appreciative of a live band, provided the music is popular, recognisable and played to a sufficiently high standard. Indeed, live bands that focus on say, an eighties theme, are more likely to create a happy atmosphere and maintain a consistent dance-floor presence, than a DJ who flits haphazardly between musical styles.

Another point is that any band with a strong track record in performing at functions, and can provide testimonials, is virtually guaranteed to go down a storm, whatever the occasion.

By hiring our experienced and popular 12-piece band, London Soul, you can relax and enjoy the party, knowing that your evenings musical entertainment is in capable hands.

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Most function organisers agree that the main criterion for choosing a band should be based on music genre. It is generally considered that unless the attendees are known to share a passion for a particular artist, band, or music type, the safest genre to choose will be well-known, chart-based pop.

Furthermore, to encourage dancing, most organisers agree that the pop music chosen should be both catchy and highly rhythmic. These qualities are most often found in the soul music classics, which have graced the music scene over the past few decades. Hiring a professional soul band will therefore be high on most organisers agenda.

To meet the expectations of todays musically sophisticated public, the best professional bands should be capable of generating a full, rich sound, using talented singers and real instruments. Again, the most successful soul bands are renowned for combining versatile and powerful vocalists, driving rhythm sections, and confident brass ensembles; so will easily be able to meet these demanding expectations.

Our versatile and popular 12-piece soul band, London Soul, has a wealth of experience in playing for a wide range of functions across the county. We look forward to making your function a night to remember.

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In a digital age, in which we are accustomed to hearing quality, flawless musical output via a range of electronic media, audiences for live music, function guests will usually demand high calibre, sophisticated performances from artists. Function bands that can meet these exacting demands will not only have a great deal of experience in performing together, but will also be able to generate a full, rich sound through the use of multi-instrumentation, harmonised vocals, and technically superlative amplification.

Sourcing function bands might seem easy at first, but the difficulty is in finding those that are guaranteed to meet the exacting criteria of function guests. Not only is general performance quality a crucial requirement, there is also the need to ensure that the live band can cater for the particular musical tastes and expectations of the function attendees; a school prom, for example, will probably need a more intensely up-to-date repertoire than a 50th birthday party.

The good news is that our professional 12-piece band, London Soul, can meet all your function requirements.

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The benefits of live music over a disco, or other ways of amplifying pre-recorded tracks, are immeasurable. Not only will live bands provide a stunning visual focus for guests enjoyment, but there is no better way of encouraging people on to the dance floor than the presence of quality singers and real instrumentation on a main stage.

Live bands that are best received at weddings manage to home in on truly well known and exciting sounds. Classic pop, rock and soul, as well as credible and catchy contemporary songs, always strike a chord with the widest cross section of ages and musical tastes. The best wedding bands will also make guests feel a part of the show, through the use of friendly interaction.

The recommended method of choosing a band for a wedding is to look up testimonials and endorsements. It will quickly be seen that there is nothing better than a live band to help turn a wedding night into an event that will live long in people

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The most popular choice is that of pop and rock stretching from the sixties through to the here and now. Whether live bands play The Beatles or other popular songs from pop history, they are guaranteed to be a hit as most people will be familiar with them and they are great dance floor fillers. Function bands will normally have as a minimum of rhythm guitar, lead guitar, bass guitar and of course drums.

The next top choice is funk and soul. You’ll find these live bands are bigger than the standard party bands and will have keyboards and possibly brass and sax. There will be a mix of female and male vocals and you will be guaranteed to get your wedding party off to a flying start.

However you may want to mix up the music genres so talk to your function bands at length to ensure they have that flexibility.

At London Soul we are a larger party band with a wide repertoire of music to offer and experienced at all types of events from wedding to corporate functions.

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