Ivory & Steel Professional husband and wife duo performing live keys, guitar and vocals.

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2 x 45 min sets£400
3 x 45 min sets£550

About / Biography

Welcome to Ivory & Steel!

We are a professional husband and wife live music duo based in the West Midlands, providing exceptional live entertainment for weddings, private parties, corporate events and special occasions throughout the UK.

Combining live keys, guitar and vocals, we create a polished and engaging performance that delivers the energy and sound of a much larger act whilst maintaining the personal touch that only a duo can offer. Our versatile repertoire features everything from modern chart hits and pop favourites to timeless classics, soul, rock and singalong anthems.

We can provide the perfect soundtrack for every part of your event, whether you’re looking for elegant background music during a wedding ceremony or drinks reception, relaxed acoustic entertainment, or upbeat evening sets to keep your guests dancing and singing along.

As experienced musicians and performers, we pride ourselves on professionalism, reliability and attention to detail. We work closely with every client to ensure the music perfectly complements their event and creates lasting memories for both them and their guests.

We are fully self contained with professional PA equipment and are fully insured and PAT tested.

Available for:

• Weddings
• Drinks Receptions
• Wedding Breakfasts
• Private Parties
• Corporate Events
• Awards Evenings
• Hotels & Restaurants
• Live Music Venues
• Festivals & Community Events

Based in the West Midlands and happy to travel throughout the UK.

We would love to help make your event truly unforgettable and look forward to hearing from you.

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Location

Based in Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Will travel up to 70 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 70 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 30 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

Our repertoire spans a wide range of genres and decades, allowing us to tailor every performance to suit the occasion and audience.

Artists and songs include:

Modern Pop & Party

* Ed Sheeran

* Bruno Mars

* Dua Lipa

* Harry Styles

Classic Pop & Rock

* Elton John

* Tina Turner

* Journey

* Bon Jovi

Soul & Motown

* Stevie Wonder

* The Jackson 5

* Lionel Richie

Popular Songs From Our Live Sets

* Bad Habits

* Can’t Stop The Feeling

* Valerie

* Happy

* Diamonds

* I Want You Back

* Three Little Birds

* Marry You

* I’m Still Standing

* Don’t Start Now

* September

* Don’t Stop Believin’

* The Best

* Stand By Me

* Hey Jude

Wedding & Background Music

We also perform a selection of relaxed acoustic and instrumental music suitable for wedding ceremonies, drinks receptions and wedding breakfasts.

We are always happy to discuss special song requests and can tailor our repertoire to suit your event. 🎹🎸✨

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

For most events, Ivory & Steel provide a complete self contained setup including professional PA system, microphones and all necessary equipment.

We require:
• A minimum performance area of approximately 3m x 2m
• Access to at least one standard 13A power socket
• Adequate shelter for outdoor performances
• Parking reasonably close to the performance area for loading and unloading

We are fully insured and all electrical equipment is PAT tested.

For larger events, we are happy to work with venue supplied sound and lighting engineers if required.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes


What information do you require about a venue?

To help us provide the best possible performance, we kindly ask for:

• Event date and venue location
• Performance times required
• Expected audience size
• Indoor or outdoor performance area
• Access to power near the performance space
• Parking/loading access details
• Any special requests, song preferences or announcements
• Contact details for the venue manager or event organiser on the day

For weddings, we are also happy to discuss specific song requests for key moments such as the ceremony, drinks reception or first dance.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

We have performed for audiences ranging from intimate wedding ceremonies to large outdoor festival and community events with audiences of several hundred people.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

Our sound is influenced by a blend of classic and contemporary artists including Elton John, Billy Joel, Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Tina Turner, Fleetwood Mac and The Beatles, helping us create a versatile repertoire that appeals to audiences of all ages.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

Between us, we have many years of live performance experience across weddings, private parties, corporate events, festivals, holiday parks, hotels, restaurants, social clubs and live music venues throughout the UK. We have performed for audiences ranging from intimate gatherings and wedding ceremonies to large scale community events and festivals.

As well as performing together as Ivory & Steel, Sophie is an award winning musician, pianist and music tutor with extensive experience providing live music for weddings and special events. We pride ourselves on delivering professional, reliable and engaging performances tailored to every occasion.


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

Weddings are our favourite events to perform at. We love being part of such a special day and providing the soundtrack to unforgettable moments, from the ceremony and drinks reception through to the evening celebrations. Every wedding is unique, and it’s incredibly rewarding seeing guests of all ages enjoying the music and creating lasting memories together.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Ivory & Steel perform as a professional live duo featuring keys, electric guitar and female vocals. We use a high quality PA system and can provide either relaxed background music or upbeat party sets depending on the event.

Our standard setup requires approximately 3m x 2m of performance space and access to a nearby power socket. We are fully self contained and can adapt our setup to suit venues of all sizes, from intimate wedding ceremonies to larger events and functions.

🎹 Keys
🎸 Electric/Acoustic Guitar
🎤 Female Vocals
🔊 Professional PA System
🎶 Background Music Between Sets (if required)


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes, we are happy to perform outdoors, provided there is suitable cover and protection from the elements for both the performers and equipment.

For outdoor performances, we require:
• A stable, level performance area
• Access to power (unless otherwise agreed)
• Adequate shelter from rain and direct sunlight
• Safe access for loading and unloading equipment

We regularly perform at outdoor weddings, festivals, garden parties and community events. ☀️🎶🎹🎸


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

Absolutely. We are happy to work with clients to tailor our repertoire to suit their event and welcome song requests where possible.

For weddings and special occasions, we can learn specific songs for key moments such as the ceremony, aisle entrance, signing of the register, drinks reception or first dance (with sufficient notice). We always aim to create a set list that reflects our clients’ tastes while keeping guests entertained throughout the event.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Previous clients often describe our performances as versatile, professional and entertaining, with “there’s something for everyone” being one of the comments we hear most often. Our wide ranging repertoire allows us to connect with audiences of all ages, whether we’re providing relaxed background music or filling the dance floor with upbeat favourites. Clients also regularly compliment our musicianship, sound quality and friendly, approachable nature. 🎹🎸✨

Recent Clients

Ivory & Steel has performed for these clients:

• Wrenbury Hall Wedding Venue

• Lawley & Overdale Parish Council Summer Fest

• Lower Lacon Caravan Park, Shrewsbury

• The Unicorn Inn, Telford

• The Wrekin Inn, Telford

• The Court, Bridgnorth

• The Old Fighting Cocks, Telford

• The Lancaster, Wolverhampton

• Private Wedding Clients across the West Midlands

• Private Birthday Parties & Corporate Events

Venues

Ivory & Steel has performed at these venues:

• Wrenbury Hall Wedding Venue

• Lawley & Overdale Parish Council Summer Fest

• Lower Lacon Caravan Park, Shrewsbury

• The Unicorn Inn, Telford

• The Wrekin Inn, Telford

• The Court, Bridgnorth

• The Old Fighting Cocks, Telford

• The Lancaster, Wolverhampton

• Private Wedding Clients across the West Midlands

• Private Birthday Parties & Corporate Events

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Virtual Event

Charity Event

Theatre Show

Burns Night

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

Pop

Acoustic

Covers

Disco

Funk

Motown

R&B

Soul

Rock

Britpop

Classic Rock

Indie

Rock 'n' Roll

Features:

DJ / background music options

PA / sound system included

Instrumental

Uses backing tracks

Lighting system included

PAT tested

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