Matters Musical - All Acts

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Name

Type

Brief Description

ABANA

African

Sizzling dance music from Sierra Leone. ...Sizzling dance music from Sierra Leone. Rolling African guitar, melodic driving bass, vibrant percussion, keyboards, drums and vocals. Available with or without onstage dancer(s).

ABDELKADER SAADOUN

African

Algerian Rai singer with the funkiest Ar...Algerian Rai singer with the funkiest Arabic Rai band in the UK. Rai originated in traditional Algerian music, is based on strong percussive rhythms, and features French and Arabic rapping as well as more traditional forms.

ABDULLAH CHHADEH

African

The Arab world's most innovative 'qanun'...The Arab world's most innovative 'qanun' player, Abdullah Chhadeh has redesigned the traditional oriental instrument by the addition of an octave enabling him to play oriental classical music from the Turkish, Azerbaijani, Persian, Arabic and Andalusian repertoire.

BARAKA

African

Baraka are a unique combination of dance...Baraka are a unique combination of dance and party music featuring West African Highlife, South African Township and Calypso, Soca and Reggae from the Caribbean. The line up features musicians from Ghana, Zambia, Dominica and Ireland, providing an exciting mix of dance rhythms, soaring melodies and funky grooves.

EL-ANDALUZ

African

El-Andaluz are the leading exponents in ...El-Andaluz are the leading exponents in London of classical Arabic and Andalusian music.

HARIR BAND

African

Young, vibrant band influenced by the tr...Young, vibrant band influenced by the traditional music of North Africa

KADIALY KOUYATE

African

Kadialy Kouyate is a kora player from Se...Kadialy Kouyate is a kora player from Senegal who now performs all around the UK and Europe

NARA

African

An Arabic word meaning 'glowing red embe...An Arabic word meaning 'glowing red embers,' is the name of a new ensemble created by Abdullah Chhadeh. Drawing its influence from many sources, Nara combines the talents of its members.

NZINGA

African

Nzinga is an African and Caribbean cultu...Nzinga is an African and Caribbean cultural performing arts ensemble, featuring drumming, dancing and singing skills.

SHIKISHA

African

Captivating trio (upwards) of women mixi...Captivating trio (upwards) of women mixing traditional Zulu, Sotho, Xhosa and Shangaan dances, chants and drumming, with the sounds of the contemporary South African township. From a core of three members, the band can expand up to a full 9 or 10 piece with electric backing band. Also experienced workshop instructors in drumming, chanting, singing and dance.

SIMBAS ACROBATS

African

Simbas Acrobats are a group of three to ...Simbas Acrobats are a group of three to five African acrobats trained in a variety of skills.

UTHINGO

African

South African and Zulu dances performed ...South African and Zulu dances performed by line ups from two dancers and two drummers upwards.

ZUBOP GAMBIA

African

ZubopGambia is a collaboration between L...ZubopGambia is a collaboration between London-based worldbeat music group Zubop and the West African master musicians Mosi Conde (vocals, kora, balafon, guitar, djembe) and Njega Sohna (djembe, talking drum, vocals).

ALAN TYLER AND THE LOST SONS OF LITTLEFIELD

Americana

Country rock and honky tonk band featuri...Country rock and honky tonk band featuring Alan Tyler (acoustic guitar & vocals) and Chris Clarke (bass guitar/double bass & vocals)

FOGHORN LEGHORN

Americana

Roots country bluegrass performed on ban...Roots country bluegrass performed on banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar and double bass from this band including former members of The Rockingbirds. Their bluegrass versions of such classics as Sweet Soul Music and Ace Of Spades have to be heard to be believed!

HOOTENANNY 3

Americana

Acoustic trio playing a variety of style...Acoustic trio playing a variety of styles including American bluegrass and old time, traditional Scottish and Irish and some western Swing

LOS PISTOLEROS

Americana

The finest honky tonk band this side of ...The finest honky tonk band this side of the Atlantic, featuring Bobby Valentino's glacier-melting vocals and fiddle playing, and the legendary BJ Cole's steel guitar. Tex Mex, R&B, western swing and rockabilly - with a sprinkling of wry sentimentality.

THE COAL PORTERS FEATURING SID GRIFFIN

Americana

Contemporary country flavoured rock band...Contemporary country flavoured rock band with witty, intelligent lyrics, charismatic vocals and outstanding musicianship. Great festival crowd-pullers.

THE SLOWDOWN BOYS

Americana

Four piece band (banjo, fiddle/mandolin,...Four piece band (banjo, fiddle/mandolin, guitar & double bass) playing a combination of American bluegrass, old time American and country music.

THE TRAILER TRASH ORCHESTRA

Americana

The luxuriant blend of fuzzed up guitars...The luxuriant blend of fuzzed up guitars, voodoo-swamp drumming and plaintive lap-steel, fiddle and mandolin make for an intoxicating, addictive and original sound that instils spine tingling delirium whether blasted from a festival stage or in a small sweaty club

4 x 4 BHANGRA DANCE TROUPE

Asian and even further east

4 x 4 are one of the most sought after B...4 x 4 are one of the most sought after Bhangra dance troupes in the country and can also be accompanied by dhol players if required.

BALUJI SHRIVASTAV / JAZZ ORIENT

Asian and even further east

A multi-instrumentalist and master of si...A multi-instrumentalist and master of sitar and Hindustani classical music, also a classical singer. Available solo, or with his own band Jazz Orient, playing a kaleidoscope of jazz and Indian music.

BOLLYWOOD BRASS BAND

Asian and even further east

Colourful and exciting marching band of ...Colourful and exciting marching band of Dhol drummers and strident brass instruments, the Bollywoods have led many a street parade all over Europe.

BOLLYWOOD DREAMS DANCERS

Asian and even further east

Dancers from the West End hit musical 'B...Dancers from the West End hit musical 'Bombay Dreams' who can perform a choreographed medley of hit songs from the show!

CHENG YU

Asian and even further east

Internationally renowned pipa and guqin ...Internationally renowned pipa and guqin virtuoso, scholar and specialist in Chinese music.

DURGA RISING

Asian and even further east

Vocal/piano/percussion trio fusing ragas...Vocal/piano/percussion trio fusing ragas, blues, rhythm & bhangra, jazz improvisation and lyrical melodies from east and west, driven by tight muscular dance beats from Kuljit Bhamra, and featuring the wonderful vocals of Barb Jungr.

JAPANESQUE

Asian and even further east

Japanesque comprises three musicians pla...Japanesque comprises three musicians playing traditional Japanese instruments including koto and shamisen and shakuhachi accompanied by cello, flute and vocals.

JOJI HIROTA

Asian and even further east

An established and respected performer, ...An established and respected performer, renowned throughout the world for pounding displays of Japanese power drumming, solo or with other drummers/percussionists. Joji also performs neo-classical pieces, his own compositions and Japanese folk songs on shakuhachi flute and voice.

KIRANPAL SINGH

Asian and even further east

Indian Santoor player...Indian Santoor player

KOTONO SATO

Asian and even further east

Kotono Sato is a Japanese-born violinist...Kotono Sato is a Japanese-born violinist with vast experience who has performed all over the world.

KULJIT BHAMRA BAND

Asian and even further east

Award winning bhangra record producer, c...Award winning bhangra record producer, composer, virtuoso tabla and percussion player, fusing bhangra dance beats and Hindi film tunes into British and Asian jazz/pop, with band of up to 9 musicians.

METALWORKS GAMELAN

Asian and even further east

Inspiring multi-cultural mix of Indonesi...Inspiring multi-cultural mix of Indonesian pop, Sundanese nightclub hits, English church bellringing and original compositions, incorporating saxophone, Latin percussion, klaxons and ethereal vocals.

MUGENKYO

Asian and even further east

Europe?s first professional taiko group ...Europe?s first professional taiko group studied under top taiko masters in Japan and uses a wide array of specially imported drums and percussion to produce an energetic, highly visual performance.

RHYTHMWORKS

Asian and even further east

A programme using Japanese percussion in...A programme using Japanese percussion in a team-building manner, Rhythmworks are the leading exponents in Europe.

SANGEETA

Asian and even further east

Immensely popular Indian female singer w...Immensely popular Indian female singer who has a vast repertoire of songs with a Bhangra/ Bollywood feel. Sangeeta's musical director, band leader, percussionist and composer is none other than Kuljit Bhamra himself. A favourite at Indian weddings.

SANJU SAHAI

Asian and even further east

Sanju Sahai, also known as Vishnu, is cu...Sanju Sahai, also known as Vishnu, is currently one of the finest and most sought after tabla players.

SEKAR ENGGAL

Asian and even further east

Sekar Enggal is the name of a group of m...Sekar Enggal is the name of a group of musicians led by Simon Cook, who meet in the music department of City University to rehearse Sundanese music. They perform gamelan degung (a gong chime ensemble involving about 8 players), as well as tembang Sunda and kacapi suling.

TAALA

Asian and even further east

Energetic and powerful percussion band f...Energetic and powerful percussion band featuring musicians from Andrew Lloyd Webber's hit musical 'Bombay Dreams'

TAIKO MEANTIME

Asian and even further east

Taiko Meantime are one of the largest Ta...Taiko Meantime are one of the largest Taiko groups in the UK with 12 performing members.

TAIKO TO TABLA

Asian and even further east

Unique fusion of percussion from around ...Unique fusion of percussion from around the world featuring an awesome array of drums, cymbals, gongs and customised sound effects, merged into a compelling and powerful soundscape.

TOMONO KAWAMURA

Asian and even further east

Japanese-born pianist and composer now b...Japanese-born pianist and composer now based in the UK.

UK CHINESE ACROBATIC COMPANY

Asian and even further east

Formed in June 1995 after a fortuitous m...Formed in June 1995 after a fortuitous meeting between two artistes living in London, He Min Xuan who trained with the Guangzhou State Circus, and Jang Xiao Chun who trained as a dancer at the Beijing Dance Academy, specialising in Chinese classical and folkdance. Repertoire includes dragon procession, hoop formation/diving, martial arts, Tai Chi, lion and traditional dance, opera, Chinese percussion, magic, ariel acrobatics, feet juggling, human pyramids and other circus skills.

UK CHINESE ENSEMBLE

Asian and even further east

Ensemble performing a wide range of trad...Ensemble performing a wide range of traditional repertoire as well as contemporary styles

WEI LI CHINESE ORCHESTRA

Asian and even further east

Internationally acclaimed Chinese sopran...Internationally acclaimed Chinese soprano Wei Li leads a troupe of gifted Chinese musicians and dancers performing on traditional instruments such as the erhu, pipa, yangquin and guzheng.

BLACKTHORN BAND

Barndance/Ceilidh

If you are looking for lively, melodic C...If you are looking for lively, melodic Celtic tunes and a good singalong, Blackthorn are for you.

CAT'S WHISKERS BARN DANCE BAND

Barndance/Ceilidh

This 3 piece comprising fiddle, accordio...This 3 piece comprising fiddle, accordion and electric piano play a mixture of American, Irish and Scottish jigs, reels and lots more. The ubiquitous barn dance band!

CEILIDH ALLSTARS

Barndance/Ceilidh

The Ceilidh Allstars specialise in Irish...The Ceilidh Allstars specialise in Irish, Scottish and English Ceilidh dances where a ‘caller’ explains simple, group folk dances.

FINALITY JACK

Barndance/Ceilidh

Imaginative acoustic instrumental band p...Imaginative acoustic instrumental band performing tunes with striking and colourful arrangements of jigs, schottishes, bourees and reels, played on violins, bouzouki, accordion, double bass and kantele.

HIGHLAND SWING

Barndance/Ceilidh

Highland Swing are a Scottish ceilidh ba...Highland Swing are a Scottish ceilidh band who can perform with or without a caller. They can also add jazz standards and pop covers into their performance if required.

QUICKSILVER

Barndance/Ceilidh

Versatile band of leading instrumentalis...Versatile band of leading instrumentalists from the UK folk, jazz and roots scene. British, Irish and American tunes for barn dances and ceilidhs, plus French, Italian and eastern European styles.

SCOTTISH CEILIDH BANDS

Barndance/Ceilidh

We have a range of Scottish ceilidh band...We have a range of Scottish ceilidh bands for novice dancers and experienced reelers alike.

STÖMP / STÖMP ACOUSTIC

Barndance/Ceilidh

STÖMP are a high-energy English Ceilidh ...STÖMP are a high-energy English Ceilidh band whose musical radio is tuned primarily to England but is avidly listening out to the rest of the British Isles, across to Scandinavia and Europe in one direction and over the Atlantic to New England and Canada in the other

THE MARSH TOWN STOMPERS

Barndance/Ceilidh

Three piece Ceildh band delivered with a...Three piece Ceildh band delivered with an electric punch and a modern edge.

THINGUMAJIG

Barndance/Ceilidh

Foot tapping music, dances and songs fro...Foot tapping music, dances and songs from Scotland, England, Ireland and America, played on a fascinating variety of instruments.

WRAGGLE TAGGLE CEILIDH BAND

Barndance/Ceilidh

Experienced specialists in traditional m...Experienced specialists in traditional music and dance who can provide a variety of line-ups, from fiddle/guitar duo to 6 piece band with banjo, flute and bodhran, plus caller in Irish, Scotish, English or American styles.

9:20 DELUXE SWING BAND

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Swing band with a flexible line up - fro...Swing band with a flexible line up - from nine to 30 piece!

BACKSTREET SOUL

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Backstreet have an unusually distinguish...Backstreet have an unusually distinguished pedigree for a function band, and describe themselves as an ?organic? band - not content just to play old standards and rest on their laurels, but continually working new material into their soul-based act, which consequently remains fresh and vibrant.

BLUE HARLEM

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

5 to 11 piece swing band playing the cla...5 to 11 piece swing band playing the classic songs of Gershwin, Porter and Berlin, as well as original material comprising female vocals with a 4 piece brass section.

CHRIS BECK AND THE VALENTINE VAGABONDS

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Top class professional band playing Rock...Top class professional band playing Rock 'n' Roll music from the 50s and 60s

FUNK FEDERATION

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

6 - 9 piece soul and funk band...6 - 9 piece soul and funk band

GARY WILLIAMS

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Described as ...Described as

GOOD ROCKIN' TONIGHT

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Excellent Rock ?n? Roll band playing cla...Excellent Rock ?n? Roll band playing classics covers of the 1950s and 60s including Elvis, Buddy Holly, Bill Haley, etc.

JAMES O?HARA?S DETONATORS

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Explosive live performances from young b...Explosive live performances from young band who have played alongside Jools Holland, Geno Washington, Paul Jones, Jack Bruce and Peter Green. 5 piece jazz led by James?s fine blues guitar and voice in a high energy show delivered with charm, professionalism and passion.

JUMP BUMP & BOOGIE

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

8 piece band serving up a fizzy cocktail...8 piece band serving up a fizzy cocktail of jump-jive, swing, boogie woogie, blues and soul.

KIT PACKHAM?S ONE JUMP AHEAD

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Kit is a bandleader, singer, saxophonist...Kit is a bandleader, singer, saxophonist, composer, record producer and manager, with red hot material, irresistible rhythms and good humoured vocals. Kit?s ensemble, One Jump Ahead, were dubbed by Time Out ?class exponents of the jump jive oeuvre?.

LITTLE BIG BAND

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Seven piece brass band recreating the cl...Seven piece brass band recreating the classic sound of Big Band and Swing.

OLA ONABULE

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Singer and songwriter performing soul cl...Singer and songwriter performing soul classics as well as his own compositions.

OTB SOUL

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

11 piece band performing classic soul mu...11 piece band performing classic soul music

ROBIN BIBI BAND

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Blues trio led by the astonishing guitar...Blues trio led by the astonishing guitar playing of Robin, who played in 1999 at the Albert Hall with BB King?s support band. Superb blues and rock ?n? roll covers, and/or great original material, Robin also plays in The Bogus Blues Brothers, and can perform solo and as a duo when space/budget is tight.

RONNIE & THE REX

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

A good vibe dance band - r&b with soul, ...A good vibe dance band - r&b with soul, mixed with blues, mixed with rock classics, mixed with self penned golden originals. All this is topped off with the glistening personality of Ronnie Golden, the driving force behind the Fabulous Poodles and one of the capital?s leading stand up chameleons.

SWING CONFIDENTIAL

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Duo of two male singers performing all t...Duo of two male singers performing all the hits from the Rat Pack and Swing eras, either with a live bands or backing tracks.

THE BOGUS BLUES BROTHERS

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Formed in 1991, this tribute band have b...Formed in 1991, this tribute band have been much in demand ever since. 7 to 10 piece, high energy, professional band for cabaret or dancing. The ultimate rhythm ?n? blues experience. (Can also work in smaller line-ups, right down to ?Jake and Elwood? duo.)

THE FUGITIVES

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

The Fugitives? members have worked with ...The Fugitives? members have worked with an extensive list of major and minor rock, blues and soul artists. Lead vocalist Stuart Reffold fronted Rock Island Live, who appeared in the film That?ll Be The Day. His powerful vocals are soulfully supported by the band?s authentic renditions of 50s, 60s and 70s American soul, blues and rock ?n? roll.

THE JAMES HUNTER BAND

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

A dynamo onstage with one of the finest ...A dynamo onstage with one of the finest soul voices ever to come out of the British Isles (James has been compared with Sam Cooke and Ray Charles), and an outstanding guitarist to boot, backed by twin saxophones, upright bass and drums.

THE RAY GELATO GIANTS

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Classic Las Vegas style swinging enterta...Classic Las Vegas style swinging entertainment from singer/saxophonist Ray Gelato and his 7 piece band. The 'Giants' have toured throughout Europe and North America and are regular performers at festivals and upmarket private and corporate events. Ray's voice was heard worldwide recently as the singer on the Levis Dockers TV and cinema commercial.

THE RED STRIPE BAND

Blues/R&B/Soul/Swing/Rock 'n' Roll

Versatile young 7 piece band with 3 piec...Versatile young 7 piece band with 3 piece horn section, playing jazz, jump jive, rock ?n? roll and wicked big band boogie woogie arrangements.

R CAJUN & THE ZYDECO BROTHERS

Cajun & Zydeco

?The guv?nors? - who have recently conti...?The guv?nors? - who have recently continued the collaboration we set up some time ago with Sir Paul McCartney, the band recording with him on lead vocals, and in 1999, Chris Hall, leader and accordion player, recorded for Paul?s retro rock ?n? roll album Run Devil, Run and performed at the December 1999 concert in Liverpool?s famous Cavern Club.

THE BEARCAT CAJUN PLAYBOYS

Cajun & Zydeco

Traditional Cajun music of high quality ...Traditional Cajun music of high quality & distinction! The core of the Bearcats is based around the Cajun accordion, fiddle, guitar and drums. They create a powerful and irresistible style of traditional Cajun music which has suprised and delighted not just their audiences but also musicians on tour from Louisiana.

THE HACKNEY RAMBLERS

Cajun & Zydeco

4 piece traditional Cajun dance band com...4 piece traditional Cajun dance band comprising violin, acoustic guitar, accordion and drums.

Z FUNK

Cajun & Zydeco

Truly a force to be reckoned with; raw, ...Truly a force to be reckoned with; raw, mean and ruthless, Zydeco Active set dance floors on fire with their irresistible groove. They blend the high-energy Afro Caribbean rhythms from Zydeco's traditional origins with up to the minute contemporary sounds.

ZYDECOMOTION

Cajun & Zydeco

Zydecomotion are a band featuring some o...Zydecomotion are a band featuring some of Britain's finest, most respected, and best-known Cajun and Zydeco musicians who take the old Zydeco sound as a starting point and crank it up to fever pitch, with a host of influences as diverse as funk, R&B, and even current UK dance beats

ALEXANDER D GREAT & THE GREAT BAND

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

Singer, songwriter, poet, musician and s...Singer, songwriter, poet, musician and social commentator, clothing considerable singing talents in delightful and exciting arrangements either solo or for trio up to 9 or 10 piece band with brass and steel pans.

EBONY STEEL BAND

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

One of the ?Big Guns?, Ebony were formed...One of the ?Big Guns?, Ebony were formed in 1968. In 1983 they won the Panorama Championship and a sponsorship deal from Red Stripe lager and, since then, they have played Denmark, Sweden, the Greek Islands and in front of dignitaries such as the Prince of Wales and Duke of Edinburgh.

GEORGE HENRY

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

Very athletic and entertaining limbo dan...Very athletic and entertaining limbo dancer who can also work with fire

HIKE

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

The youngest professional limbo dancer w...The youngest professional limbo dancer working in the UK!

JEANETTE SPRINGER

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

Without doubt the outstanding British ba...Without doubt the outstanding British based female limbo dancer, and the band leaders? number one choice. Whenever we ask them who they prefer to work with, the answer is: ?Jeanette, she?s the best!?

KAISO

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

From a 5 piece band upwards, Kaiso's lin...From a 5 piece band upwards, Kaiso's line up includes drums, bass guitar, guitar, vocals and steel pans.

KANIKI

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

Limbo and fire eating artist...Limbo and fire eating artist

PAN PIONEERS

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

Oldest established steel band in the UK ...Oldest established steel band in the UK and the only 'Pan Round The Neck' band to survive to this day, formed and still run by Sterling Betancourt, a founder member of the Notting Hill Carnival.

SHADES OF BLACK

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

Dance troupe specialising in Caribbean f...Dance troupe specialising in Caribbean folk dance, depicting the history of the Afro-Caribbean people. The only authentic Caribbean (as opposed to Afro/jazz) dance outfit in the UK.

SKA CUBANO

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

Classic Jamaican Ska Meets Cuban Mambo a...Classic Jamaican Ska Meets Cuban Mambo and Son

SOLID STEEL AMBASSADORS

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

The UK's premier professional steel band...The UK's premier professional steel band, available in a variety of formats, entirely acoustic, or amplified and featuring the band's considerable vocal talents. Steel band can be from trio (even duo) up to large steel orchestra or, with vocals.

SUNNYSIDE UP

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

SUNNYSIDE UP play a wide variety of musi...SUNNYSIDE UP play a wide variety of music in a reggae style as well as classic reggae covers and some originals, from a 3 piece band upwards.

TIM HAIN & TH? WORX

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

A rhythmic and soulful sound with more p...A rhythmic and soulful sound with more power to rock than an earthquake, wicked blues guitar and impassioned vocals offset by the solid reggae backing of bass and drums.

TRENCHTOWN EXPERIENCE

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

Up to 9 piece Bob Marley & The Wailers t...Up to 9 piece Bob Marley & The Wailers tribute culled from top professional reggae session players, evoking both the look and sound of the legendary band.

TROPICAL STORM

Caribbean/Calypso/Soca/Reggae/Steel Bands

Tropical Storm is a fully professional a...Tropical Storm is a fully professional and authentic Caribbean show band including drums, bass guitar, vocals and steel pans.

AMICI

Classical

Since the release of their debut album ?...Since the release of their debut album ?The Opera Band? in Britain in September 2003 the Amici success story has swept around the globe.

ARION DUO

Classical

The Arion Duo mix classical repertoire f...The Arion Duo mix classical repertoire for flute and harp and their own arrangements of popular songs.

AURORA DUO

Classical

The Aurora Flute & Harp Duo offers a pro...The Aurora Flute & Harp Duo offers a professional and bespoke service for any purpose. Kate and Dawn are accomplished musicians with extensive performing experience.

BERKELEY FLUTE QUARTET

Classical

Flute, violin, viola and cello make up t...Flute, violin, viola and cello make up this quartet, offering a varied repertoire for weddings, parties and corporate functions.

BRADLEY (TENOR)

Classical

Bradley Daley is an extremely versatile ...Bradley Daley is an extremely versatile artist in great demand on both the concert and operatic stage.

BRILLIANT STRINGS

Classical

An offshoot of the very well known Elect...An offshoot of the very well known Electra Strings, this contemporary string ensemble specialise in arrangements of pop and jazz tunes as well as the classical repertoire. Working with many of today's top rock and pop and jazz artists, they are the house string group for 'Later With Jools Holland'.

CAMILLA (HARPIST)

Classical

A young harpist with vast experience in ...A young harpist with vast experience in an array of different styles

CHAMELEON BRASS

Classical

A versatile and vibrant 5 piece brass en...A versatile and vibrant 5 piece brass ensemble who have performed with The BBC Singers and played at venues such as The Millenium Dome, Fairfield Halls and St Johns, Smith Square.

CHI 2

Classical

?Double violin assault specialists? play...?Double violin assault specialists? playing an entirely improvised mixture of western and Chinese violins over experimental beats, ranging from the harsh and pulsating to the lyrical and beautiful.

CUMULI WIND QUINTET

Classical

Cumuli features flute, oboe, clarinet, b...Cumuli features flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon and horn and can also appear as a trio or as a harp combination

DIVAS INCOGNITO

Classical

Divas Incognito begin a performance disg...Divas Incognito begin a performance disguised as catering staff or guests and, during the course of the evening, stylishly reveal their operatic and musical theatre vocal talents to an unsuspecting audience, culminating in a stunning and memorable finale.

ECLIPSE STRINGS

Classical

All-male string quartet with a vast arra...All-male string quartet with a vast array of experience, playing a variety of styles

EMMA (SOPRANO)

Classical

Trained at the Royal Academy of Music, E...Trained at the Royal Academy of Music, Emma performs regularly with the leading opera companies and has a great deal of experience performing at corporate events and private parties.

ENSEMBLE SUAVIS

Classical

A versatile group of musicians providing...A versatile group of musicians providing beautifully played music to enhance any occasion.

FIONA HARRISON

Classical

Conservatory trained Fiona?s works range...Conservatory trained Fiona?s works range from the lute fantasies of Dowland and cello suites of Bach to the passionate melodies of Spain, the haunting chansons of France and the relatively unexplored music of contemporary composers.

GRAFFITI CLASSICS

Classical

The Graffiti Classics' unique character ...The Graffiti Classics' unique character and style has developed a refreshing insight into the world of classical music, the principle aims being to entertain, educate and bring an interactive involvement and understanding to audiences of all ages and abilities.

HATSTAND OPERA

Classical

A brilliant concept in takeaway opera - ...A brilliant concept in takeaway opera - literally, take it anywhere. Usually four, but between two and six, classically trained opera singers plus a pianist perform a review of famous operatic moments with humorous comments, hilarious introductions and scene-setting, the actor-singers involving their audience, in more ways than one, in a show of up to 2 hours duration.

IMOGEN (SOPRANO)

Classical

Experienced and versatile soprano perfor...Experienced and versatile soprano performing a wide range of styles from early Baroque song and opera, classical Mozart arias and ensembles, through German, French, Spanish and English song, well known Italian and French operatic repertoire to more recent folk and jazz collections.

JAMIE MOORE

Classical

Guitarist and singer with a very extensi...Guitarist and singer with a very extensive repertoire which covers jazz, pop and classical styles

JOHN CADMAN

Classical

Concert guitarist and lutenist playing a...Concert guitarist and lutenist playing a vast array of styles including Elizabethan lute music, works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods and guitar music from the Classical and Romantic periods.

JON RATTENBURY

Classical

Jon Rattenbury is an experienced and ver...Jon Rattenbury is an experienced and versatile guitarist who can provide the perfect musical atmosphere for any occasion.

KATE (HARPIST)

Classical

Kate studied at the Royal Scottish Acade...Kate studied at the Royal Scottish Academy and Trinity College, London. She frequently gives recitals as a soloist, with chamber groups around Britain and has performed at the Royal Festival Hall, Barbican Centre, St John's Smith Square and Southwark Cathedral.

KOTONO SATO

Classical

Kotono Sato is a Japanese-born violinist...Kotono Sato is a Japanese-born violinist with vast experience who has performed all over the world.

LONDON CONCERTANTE

Classical

Hailed as one of the most exciting young...Hailed as one of the most exciting young chamber orchestras in the country, London Concertante?s dynamic, lively performances breathe new life into concerts nationwide and internationally. Unusually flexible, they can provide anything from string quartet to full chamber orchestra.

LONDON TRIO

Classical

London Trio presents beautiful classical...London Trio presents beautiful classical and popular Palm Court music for violin, cello and piano.

MANCHESTER STRING QUARTET

Classical

String quartet with a varied repertoire,...String quartet with a varied repertoire, all of whom are currently studying at the Royal Northern College of Music.

MONACO STRING QUARTET

Classical

Glamorous and elegant all female string ...Glamorous and elegant all female string quartet who have performed with Robbie Williams, Dionne Warwick, Bryan Adams, Madonna and many other well-known artists.

NO STRINGS ATTACHED

Classical

Innovative and versatile ensemble featur...Innovative and versatile ensemble featuring flute, clarinet and bassoon.

OMEGA BRASS QUINTET

Classical

Brass quintet of musicians who have all ...Brass quintet of musicians who have all worked with top British orchestra's including the Phiharmonia, London Symphony Orchestra, English National Opera and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

OPERA ON THE RUN

Classical

From Singing Waiters to The Singing Poli...From Singing Waiters to The Singing Policemen to impress private wedding parties to large scale corporate events

OYSTER OPERA

Classical

1 - 3 singers of opera music perfect for...1 - 3 singers of opera music perfect for serenading party guests

PEACOCK STRINGS

Classical

String Quartet with a wealth of experien...String Quartet with a wealth of experience performing traditional classical material as well as arrangements of jazz and pop songs.

PERIDOT

Classical

Flute and harp duo who can cater for a w...Flute and harp duo who can cater for a wide variety of musical tastes and have an extensive repertoire

PISCES STRING QUARTET

Classical

Professional String Quartet perfect for ...Professional String Quartet perfect for weddings, private parties and corporate events

PREMIER BRASS

Classical

This brass quintet can perform baroque, ...This brass quintet can perform baroque, classical, swing, film and show music, easy listening and popular music.

PRIORS HILL QUARTET

Classical

Innovative collaboration of musicians of...Innovative collaboration of musicians offering chamber music tailor-made to your requirements on oboe, violin, viola and cello. Classical through to popular and jazz idioms have made the quartet a popular choice for recitals, civic functions, banquets, weddings and parties.

SAPPHIRE STRINGS

Classical

Classic string trio or quartet available...Classic string trio or quartet available for various functions: weddings, background dinner music, corporate events, exhibitions, hotels, etc.

SCARLET DIVAS

Classical

Classical soprano and mezzo soprano duo...Classical soprano and mezzo soprano duo

TAPESTRY STRING QUARTET

Classical

Tapestry String Quartet is a multi award...Tapestry String Quartet is a multi award winning group consisting of 4 professional musicians.

TENORS INCOGNITO

Classical

Tenors Incognito begin a performance dis...Tenors Incognito begin a performance disguised as catering staff or guests and, during the course of the evening, stylishly reveal their operatic and musical theatre vocal talents to an unsuspecting audience, culminating in a stunning and memorable finale.

TENORS UNLIMITED

Classical

Tenors Unlimited bring a unique approach...Tenors Unlimited bring a unique approach to the classical music scene. They combine the elements of popular opera classics, Neapolitan songs and timeless hits of some great modern singers including Sinatra, Harry Connick Jr. and Tom Jones.

THE COVENT GARDEN STRING QUARTET

Classical

This all-female string quartet, in a var...This all-female string quartet, in a variety of costumes, offers an unusual variety of classical and popular music for all occasions, weddings, corporate events, background music for receptions, parties, etc.

THE LONDON POPS

Classical

The only major British orchestra to spec...The only major British orchestra to specialise in entertainments of popular music from stage and screen.

TOMONO KAWAMURA

Classical

Japanese-born pianist and composer now b...Japanese-born pianist and composer now based in the UK.

TRAVELLING BY TUBA

Classical

Travelling by Tuba is one of the UK's bu...Travelling by Tuba is one of the UK's busiest and most successful Classical Music Duos.

TRUMPETERS OF LONDON

Classical

The Trumpeters of London will add musica...The Trumpeters of London will add musical majesty to your dignified occasion. Using long silver clarion trumpets, they will play from their large selection of sparkling fanfares to herald your VIPs and draw maximum attention to your function's significant events.

TWO CELLOS

Classical

Beautiful Music for Weddings From Bach t...Beautiful Music for Weddings From Bach to the Beatles, Bacharach to Boogie Woogie, Baroque to the Blues, the Duo will provide the perfect solution.

ANDY ROBINSON

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Solo guitarist and singer with electroni...Solo guitarist and singer with electronic backing producing a surprisingly full sound. 1950s to current chart covers in quiet background or full dance sets.

BACK IN THE DAY

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Back In The Day are a five-piece band wi...Back In The Day are a five-piece band with both male and female lead vocals performing a wide range of popular hits from the 60s to the present day

BLAME THE PARENTS

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

5 piece covers band playing rock, pop, s...5 piece covers band playing rock, pop, soul and Motown classics from the 60s to the present day.

BSW SOUND & LIGHT

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Professional mobile disco and DJ caterin...Professional mobile disco and DJ catering for guests numbers from 25 to 1000!

CARWASH

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

The original tribute to the seventies ha...The original tribute to the seventies has been bringing the house down all over the world since 1993 with the funkiest disco sounds around!

CHINA GROVE

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Covers band playing hits from the 70s to...Covers band playing hits from the 70s to the present day as a six piece band which includes two female singers. Can also increase to a 9 or 10 piece by adding a brass section and/or male vocalist.

CO-STAR

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Co-Star are a professional female-fronte...Co-Star are a professional female-fronted rock/pop covers band whose extensive set list covers five decades of great music, bringing you all the classics from The Beatles to Britney.

DUAL CONTROL

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Dual Control are a polished and experien...Dual Control are a polished and experienced duo with an extensive repertoire of hits covering many genres

END OF THE CENTURY

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Five piece function band with an up-to-d...Five piece function band with an up-to-date Rock and Pop repertoire also covering Britpop, Grunge and even some Metal!

FRETLESS

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Duo playing a wide variety of popular co...Duo playing a wide variety of popular covers on acoustic or electric guitars with vocals and backing vocals

FUNKIFICATION

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Up to a 9 piece band playing high-energy...Up to a 9 piece band playing high-energy funk, soul, disco, rock, pop and jazz.

GROOVEJUICE

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

1970s disco covers 5 piece with stunning...1970s disco covers 5 piece with stunning male vocalists, bass, keyboards, drums and guitar in 70s costumes. Groovejuice have supported Imagination, Heatwave, George McCrae, Shalamar and The Real Thing.

GROUPER

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Guitar driven rock, pop and indie anthem...Guitar driven rock, pop and indie anthems performed by this young, energetic and talented 4 piece.

HUSSY

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

4 piece band playing covers from the 60s...4 piece band playing covers from the 60s to present day including pop, rock and indie hits from Coldplay, Stereophonics, U2, Bryan Adams and many more.

OBJAYDA

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Excellent band covering a wide range of ...Excellent band covering a wide range of music from 1950s Rock 'n' Roll right through to contemporary pop covers. Featuring both male and female lead vocals, Objayda are also the band behind the brilliant Pretend Pretenders.

PETER BENNETT

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Peter Bennett is a vastly experienced si...Peter Bennett is a vastly experienced singer, guitarist and songwriter who is able to cover six decades of music as a solo artist with quality backing tracks supporting his live guitar and vocals, and Peter brings to his performances an individual take on many well-known classic pop, rock, jazz and blues standards.

SERA GOLDING & THE MEN IN BLACK

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

A 7 piece band with brass section and th...A 7 piece band with brass section and the option of increasing the line up to a 9 piece with 2 female backing vocalists. The Men In Black have a varied repertoire which includes disco, soul and pop hits from the 60s to the present day, as well as songs from popular jazz artists such as Norah Jones, Eva Cassidy and Jamie Cullum.

SPACE BOOGIE

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Ranging from six to twelve members, this...Ranging from six to twelve members, this band specialises in the funkiest soul/dance music from the 20th and 21st centuries. Just about the best in their business - but no surprise, as the musicians involved have all worked with the artists and within the bands whose repertoire they cover!

THE 80s EXPERIENCE

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Four piece covers band featuring male an...Four piece covers band featuring male and female vocals and saxophone

THE CHRIS BARTON BAND

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Professional dance trio to 5 piece band ...Professional dance trio to 5 piece band playing light jazz, standards, rock ?n? roll to chart hits. Terrific pedigree, expertise and years of experience, and just about the most professional outfit around.

THE ROADHOUSE 5

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Five piece function band playing a very ...Five piece function band playing a very wide range of styles including pop, rock 'n' roll, soul, disco, funk and jazz.

TOO DARN HOT

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

5 piece band with female singer, serving...5 piece band with female singer, serving up a blend of music from the Gypsy Kings to The Beatles, consisting of party music from the 1950s to 2002, but with the rare addition of popular Latin numbers.

TUXEDO CLASS

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Formed in 1985, now one of London's lead...Formed in 1985, now one of London's leading covers bands. Music ranges from modern chart hits, 1960s, 70s and 80s classics, all the way back to 20s and 30s jazz standards if required.

TUXEDO CLASS DISCO

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Top of the range mobile disco and DJ...Top of the range mobile disco and DJ

TWISTER

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Twister are a fully professional and dyn...Twister are a fully professional and dynamic guitar-based vocal duo with an extensive repertoire which covers rock and pop from previous decades as well as recent hits.

VISAGE

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Covers band who can perform as a duo up ...Covers band who can perform as a duo up to a 6 piece, playing music from the 60s to the present day

XTATIC

Covers Bands/DJs/Discos

Party band with large repertoire of well...Party band with large repertoire of well known songs of different styles from the 1970s, 80s, 90s and present day. Can be a 4 piece dinner music jazz band or up to 15 piece party band.

BALALAIKA ORCHESTRA

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

Just what it says on the packet! Availab...Just what it says on the packet! Available in a variety of sizes, as are the balalaikas.

BESKYDY

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

Comprising accordion, singer, two violin...Comprising accordion, singer, two violins, two clarinets, viola and double bass, this band plays music from all over Eastern Europe and the Balkans, including music from the Klezmer tradition.

BIBS EKKEL'S TZIGANKA

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

Tziganka consists of up to 11 folk music...Tziganka consists of up to 11 folk music and dance artists from various parts of Russia, performing balalaika and guitar music, Cossack dancing, Troika bells and gypsy singing.

BOHDAN CHOMENKO/ZVUK BAZAAR

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

Ukrainian accordionist/vocalist who has ...Ukrainian accordionist/vocalist who has a vast repertoire of styles including Hungarian, klezmer, gypsy, French, Polish, Macedonian and more. With Polish Piotr Jordan on fiddle, Zvuk Bazaar covers a wide selection of klezmer, Ukrainian, Polish, Macedonian and Turkish tunes and songs, with guitar and double bass accompaniment, if required.

GYPSY JAZZ

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

Gypsy Jazz the hot club style Romany jaz...Gypsy Jazz the hot club style Romany jazz as a trio or quartet

K GROOVE

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

5 piece klezmer band with clarinet, saxo...5 piece klezmer band with clarinet, saxophone and flute, with hip-hop, reggae and jazz influences.

KLEZMANIA

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

Klezmania present the Jewish, Gypsy and ...Klezmania present the Jewish, Gypsy and other folk music of Eastern Europe in a very lively, danceable form.

MUKKA

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

Up to an eight piece band playing music ...Up to an eight piece band playing music with influences from Balkan, Gypsy and Arabic dance music.

NEWFOLKS

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

Fiddle and accordion duo playing a varie...Fiddle and accordion duo playing a variety of styles including Irish and East European.

RUSSIAN TORNADO

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

A highly entertaining musical insight in...A highly entertaining musical insight into Russia's rich and diverse instrumental folklore. Led by the flamboyant Bibs Ekkel, one of the west's leading balalaika exponents, this show involves the audience and includes such routines as the hilarious 'balalaika juggling'.

SERGUEI PACHNINE

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

Vocalist and master of the button accord...Vocalist and master of the button accordion with a vast repertoire of styles from traditional Russian dances to favourite European melodies and from popular jazz standards to classics.

SZAPORA

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

This well established 5 piece was formed...This well established 5 piece was formed in 1995. Performing Hungarian csardas, Russian and Ukrainian folk songs, dances from Romania and Bulgaria, Moldavian horas and doinas, and their own compositions, Szapora also work with two wonderful singing sisters from Bosnia, now UK residents.

THE KREMLINAIRES

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

Completely unique 7 piece Eastern Swing ...Completely unique 7 piece Eastern Swing band. Soviet Swing and Bolshevik Boogie from the Commissars of Cool!

THE VOLKOVTSI COSSACKS

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

A riot of colour and a display of breath...A riot of colour and a display of breathtaking energy and exuberance, accompanied by gypsy accordions, guitars, tambourines and fiddles. This professional dance ensemble perform traditional cossack and folk dances from Russia, the Ukraine and the Caucasus.

TZIGANARAMA

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

Eastern European trio (violin, accordion...Eastern European trio (violin, accordion and double bass), bringing humour and musicianship to authentic gypsy and klezmer tunes from Russia, Hungary, Romania, Israel and Macedonia.

ZIG

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

The ?iG Duo, Gundula on violin and ?ivor...The ?iG Duo, Gundula on violin and ?ivorad on accordion perform a wonderful and virtuoso repertoire of traditional Gypsy, folk and klezmer pieces from Eastern Europe and the Balkans

ZUM

Eastern European/Russian/Klezmer

Five piece ensemble inspired by music fr...Five piece ensemble inspired by music from Eastern Europe and Argentina

ALAN DUNN

Western European

Solo accordionist whose repertoire inclu...Solo accordionist whose repertoire includes standards, French, Italian, eastern European, British and American folk. Can also put small ensembles together with violin, guitar and double bass.

ALPENGOLD BLASKAPELLE

Western European

Bavarian style band playing music from G...Bavarian style band playing music from Germany and Austria. Can play as solo accordionist up to 20 musicians and can provide yodellers and dancers, all in traditional costume.

CAFE DU MONDE

Western European

Accordion and fiddle duo playing music f...Accordion and fiddle duo playing music from Scotland, Ireland, France, Romania, Russia, Latin America, Canada and USA

CHRIS HAIGH

Western European

Violinist covering an impressive variety...Violinist covering an impressive variety of styles including Eastern European, Irish, Scottish, French, Italian, Russian, American folk and many more

CLAUDIO ALLODI ORCHESTRA

Western European

From self-contained solo accordionist to...From self-contained solo accordionist to 5 piece or larger band, with vocals in French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and English. Music from around the world for background, dancing or concerts.

FLEUR DE PARIS

Western European

Fleur de Paris are a highly successful L...Fleur de Paris are a highly successful London-based quartet specializing in the old French café and music-hall styles of pre & post war chanson & musette.

LA CUCINA TRIO

Western European

Traditional Neapolitan and Italian music...Traditional Neapolitan and Italian music performed on accordion, guitar/percussion and double bass.

LES COMPAGNONS DU BAL

Western European

'Two voices and one accordion in harmony...'Two voices and one accordion in harmony for a musical portrait of continental yesteryears'. This female/male duo have a repertoire of approximately 600 songs!

MAGURI

Western European

Fiddle and accordion duo playing a varie...Fiddle and accordion duo playing a variety of Italian music, as well as Irish and East European styles.

MANDOLINO

Western European

Italian Mandolin & Guitar Duo...Italian Mandolin & Guitar Duo

ODYSSEUS

Western European

Duo playing traditional Greek music for ...Duo playing traditional Greek music for all occasions on bouzouki, guitar and keyboards, with vocals, Odysseus also play a wide variety of popular English and Mediterranean music.

PAPA SCHNITZEL

Western European

3 to 8 piece Bavarian barn dance band, d...3 to 8 piece Bavarian barn dance band, dressed in folk costume. Experts in schunkling, singing, swaying and trumpet blowing, Papa Schnitzel can also call Bavarian barn dances (in German, if required!)

PARIS MOON

Western European

Two or three piece French caf? style ban...Two or three piece French caf? style band with accordion and double bass, with or without female vocalist singing in French. Can also add a second accordion and other instruments for a fuller sound.

SPARTACUS

Western European

3 to 5 piece Greek band who can also cov...3 to 5 piece Greek band who can also cover Latin/salsa styles, and work with dancers, including belly dancers and plate smashers, if required. Spartacus encourage audience participation.

TROIA NOVA

Western European

Troia Nova is a London-based group which...Troia Nova is a London-based group which uses original instrumentation and is especially interested in exploring the relation between the many traditions involved through improvisation, composition and new juxtapositions of material.

ZEPHYROS

Western European

Forget plate-smashing and all that touri...Forget plate-smashing and all that touristy Greek music, this is the real thing - traditional Greek music performed by virtuoso musicians on authentic instruments including laouto, oud, lyra, violin, gaida, kaval, touloumi, tsabouna, mandolin family, voice and a range of percussion.

CAFE AMAN

Global Dance Music

Leader, singer and songwriter Martha Lew...Leader, singer and songwriter Martha Lewis is better known as one half of the comedy duo Donna and Kebab, but this is where her musical heart is, fronting this large ensemble combining Greek rembetica with roots and jazz influences. Also available in guitar and cello duo.

FANTAZIA

Global Dance Music

Unusual Afro-Oriental jazz fusion. The t...Unusual Afro-Oriental jazz fusion. The traditional oud and derbouka plus saxophones and electric bass create rich music with echoes of Spain, west Africa, Arabia, India and more.

HORACE X

Global Dance Music

Bouncing techno beats, eastern European ...Bouncing techno beats, eastern European fiddles and jazzy horns mix with a soundscape of samples and sequencing for innovative dance music, and a stage display with bodysuits and ultra-violet light.

KANGAROO MOON

Global Dance Music

Kangaroo Moon weave many strands from wo...Kangaroo Moon weave many strands from world, rock, folk and dance, with acoustic and electronic influences into a funky, psychedelic, heart-lifting wall of sound.

MOMO

Global Dance Music

Moroccan roots on a club tip, dance musi...Moroccan roots on a club tip, dance music on a global vibe. MoMo succeed in fusing deep traditional music drawn from Gnawa and Berber traditions with trance, techno and even deep house as they play live over phat club beats created from their own music.

CITIZEN K

Gospel

Fusing contemporary influences with trad...Fusing contemporary influences with traditional gospel music, this streetwise group of singers create a unique modern gospel sound, and can provide from solo singer to 12 pieces or more. Have worked with The Spice Girls, Mel C, The Beautiful South and many other pop groups.

KINGDOM CHOIR

Gospel

A young, vibrant group of up to 20 singe...A young, vibrant group of up to 20 singers from Pentecostal churches in the London area, managed by experienced singer/director Karen Gibson, whose credits include backing vocals with such celebrities as Grace Kennedy and The Beautiful South. Kingdom Choir have performed extensively on TV and in many advertisements, corporate launches etc.

VISUAL MINISTRY CHOIR

Gospel

The Visual Ministry Choir has been drawn...The Visual Ministry Choir has been drawn together from some of today's leading vocalists and musicians within the British gospel music scene. The choir appeared on the video of top boy band Westlife's No. 1 hit single Flying Without Wings, and secured a place in musical history when they appeared on Perfect Day, a song that sold over 1.7 million copies in aid of Children In Need.

BAND OF TWO

Irish/Celtic

Traditional Celtic duo playing fiddle, m...Traditional Celtic duo playing fiddle, mandolin, bodhran, whistle, tenor banjo and bouzouki with two vocalists , playing a wide range of predominantly Irish music, songs and tunes.

BECKETT

Irish/Celtic

The most versatile band we've come acros...The most versatile band we've come across, Beckett's repertoire covers traditional Celtic, Latin, Jazz, Pop, R&B and lots more!

BECKETT IRISH DANCERS

Irish/Celtic

Male and female Irish traditional Irish ...Male and female Irish traditional Irish dancers

BEN PALEY & TAB HUNTER

Irish/Celtic

Fiddle and guitar duo playing Irish, Ame...Fiddle and guitar duo playing Irish, American, Swedish and Eastern European traditional music.

CARMINA

Irish/Celtic

Carimina are one of those rare outfits w...Carimina are one of those rare outfits who successfully marry folk and jazz styles, including Celtic and traditional sources with jazz improvisation.

CELTIC FEET

Irish/Celtic

One of the finest Irish dance troupes av...One of the finest Irish dance troupes available in the UK and Ireland, many of whose dancers are championship medal winners.

DAMHSA

Irish/Celtic

Exhilarating dance numbers performed to ...Exhilarating dance numbers performed to world class music, interspersed with occasional traditional songs, set dances, solo dances, mouth music, instrumental solos and arranged group pieces of music

GINA MACKEY

Irish/Celtic

The lovely sound of Irish gut and nylon ...The lovely sound of Irish gut and nylon strung harp, enhanced by a fine singing voice. Traditional folk tunes and dance numbers, airs and lullabies performed instrumentally or with voice, Gina can also incorporate other musicians into her act on uillean pipes, fiddle, flutes, whistles.