Steel bands, salsa bands, world bands: a-z list
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Want to capture a particular flavour or atmosphere for a special event? Live music has the answer. There's nothing more out of this world than the music from the other side of the globe. From Caribbean Steel Pan to Latin American Salsa, it's exotic and really exciting. |
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The Hop Till You Drop team is only too happy to talk through the logistics of your particular occasion with you. You can call Jennie on 0800 316 2175. The call is free from a UK land-line. You're outside the UK? No worries! Either e-mail or call +44 1373 830806. Send your e-mail to: jennie@hoptiludrop.co.uk. |
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Grupo Ilu Axé
Region: Bristol wedding bands
Style: 4 - 10 Piece Brazilian Drum Band
The name Grupo Ilu Axé combines Portuguese and Yoruban words. These are the languages of the folk music sung by the group. Yoruban is the ancient African dialect of Candomblé. [More info] -
Jalikunda African Drums
Region: Bristol wedding bands
Style: 2 - 6 Piece African Djembe Band
Jalikunda presents a blend of African melody and rhythm. Rippling harp-like sounds of the kora, while the djembe drums create rhythms that send the pulses racing. [More info] -
Jumasteel Steel Band
Region: London wedding bands
Style: 3 - 6 Piece West Indian Steel Band
Emanating from Trinidad during the 1940's, the steel band phenomenon is now part and parcel of the Caribbean experience. There is no better way to evoke a carnival atmosphere. [More info] -
La Cuba Ritmo
Region: London wedding bands
Style: 3 - 5 Piece Cuban Salsa Band
With swinging rhythms and skipping beats that lift the sound, Cuban music is powerhouse of cheerful energy. No-one can stay in their seats for long when La Cuba Ritmo strikes up. It's dancing music. [More info] -
Mapaluna Ceilidh Band
Region: Northampton wedding bands
Style: 2 - 3 Piece Ceilidh Band
These guys are equally at home at a Hungarian gypsy wedding, busking outside a Parisian cafe or performing in a Dublin ballad-lounge. [More info] -
Niteblues Steel Band
Region: London wedding bands
Style: 4 Piece Caribbean Steel Band
Niteblues Steel Band are a group of musicians who take pride in producing an uplifting performance at every event. Their music will bring the spirit of Jamaica to your party. [More info] -
Ooh La La French Swing
Region: London wedding bands
Style: 2 - 4 Piece Swing Jazz Band
Before you know it, you're transported back to the magic world of Edith Piaf, and of the film "Amelie" more recently. Stephanie's accordion gives the music an inimitable French flavour. [More info] -
Panfire Steel Band
Region: Manchester wedding bands
Style: 5 Piece Caribbean Steel Band
Steel Pan music is full of life. There's no better way of creating a light-hearted street-party feel. When the pans strike up, the essence of the Trinidad Carnival is never far away. [More info] -
Rainbow Steel Band
Region: Bath wedding bands
Style: 5 - 10 Piece Caribbean Steel Band
There is a vibrant, life-loving feel to this music. When the drums strike up you can't help smiling. There's a sense of excitement in the air. [More info] -
Real Steel Band
Region: Plymouth wedding bands
Style: 5 - 10 Piece Caribbean Steel Band
Conceived in the joyful atmosphere of the Trinidad Carnival, Caribbean Steel Bands play sunshine music with a genuine holiday feel. The Real Steel Band is no exception. [More info] -
Sirius B Salsa Band
Region: Bath wedding bands
Style: 5 - 6 Piece Brazilian Salsa and Samba Band
Catch a ride on the different rhythms of Brazil - Salsa, Bossa Nova, Samba, Baiao - and experience moods that range from the ethereal to street-party madness. [More info] -
Soca Steel Pan Band
Region: Southampton wedding bands
Style: 1 - 2 Piece Caribbean Steel Band
Let me introduce you to Wayne - steel pan player par excellence. Wayne's passion for steel pan music began 15 years ago in Barbados. [More info] -
Sounds Of Steel
Region: Portsmouth wedding bands
Style: 5 - 10 Piece Caribbean Steel Band
Steel Pan music emanates from the streets of Trinidad. Its exotic, magical rhythms took London by storm when a steel band from the island was invited to perform at the Festival of Britain in 1951. [More info] -
Strings Bollywood Band
Region: London wedding bands
Style: 4 - 10 Piece Bollywood Band
Founded in 1994 by singer Anuradha Shukla and music producer Kiran Thakrar, Strings Bollywood Band has become the foremost exponent of Bollywood in its musical form in the UK. [More info] -
Strings Sitar Fusion Band
Region: London wedding bands
Style: 2 - 5 Piece Indian Band
Sitar melody and tabla rhythms sit at the centre of the sound, with keyboard completing a trio for larger events. Male or female vocals can be added if appropriate. [More info] -
The Shlepping Mishpacha
Region: London wedding bands
Style: 5 - 6 Piece Klezmer Band
Klezmer remains the music of a people who fought hard to maintain their existence in the face of social exclusion. The expression of joy in this music is so vivid it comes close to incandescence. [More info] -
Viva Zapata
Region: London wedding bands
Style: 5 Piece Latin Salsa Band
Viva Zapata's eclectic repertoire is passionate, dynamic and eminently danceable. Look forward to the characteristically hot-blooded tempos of Cuban Salsa and Brazilian Lambada. [More info] -
Wade Austin Steel Band
Region: London wedding bands
Style: 2-6 Piece West Indian Steel Band
The sound of a steel band evokes the spirit of the Caribbean at your wedding or party. Happy-go-lucky calypso and reggae beats will soon have your guests smiling and laughing. [More info]
