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"The Stereobeats were absolutely fantastic at our wedding!! They played a great mix of songs that had all ages up on the dance floor. They also incorporated some Ceilidh dancing and were fantastic at teaching everyone the dances! I would absolutely recommend The Stereobeats to anyone looking for a live band for their wedding!"

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"Such a fabulous evening-thoroughly enjoyed it"

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"The setting for our August 2018 wedding was the beautiful Arnos Vale’s Woodland Undercroft. There was a “Gothic Lite” theme to this largely (we had a marquee!) outdoor event which we wanted to be as informal as possible. It was important to us that everybody who was attending or contributing to the event felt that they were able to participate in the occasion as guests. For this reason we wanted musicians who we felt would “fit in” the with guests as well as playing the type of music that we wanted . Having trawled through various websites we discovered the “Hot Hats” and, having played their version of “Friday I’m In Love”, knew that we didn’t need to look any further. The sound was great and the image of the band was just what we wanted. Having then seen the band play a couple of times, it was clear that the personalities and sound was just what we wanted. As there was no particular running order for our afternoon reception, our brief to the band was, basically, “play when you think you need to” and this worked a treat. In addition we were played down the aisle to the band playing “I’m A Believer” which was a really special moment for us. There was good communication at the point of booking which was a painless process and continued contact with Alfie and his agent made arranging the event so much easier. We loved the band and the guests loved them as well. We would therefore have no hesitation in recommending the “Hot Hats” for your event. Martin & Nikki P.S. If there was a downside to our afternoon it was that Alfie (despite his best efforts) was unable to teach the bride to properly strum a guitar but, in the overall scheme of things, we’ll let that pass!"

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"Just to say thank you for making Sarah's birthday very enjoyable, it was a great night. I've had a lot people comment on how good you were and some have asked for your details so hopefully they'll be in touch. Thanks again. "

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"Really impressed with the band. The videos don't do you justice - you are even better live!"

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"Hi Marcus, Thank you so much for everything on Saturday! To say that you and the band were awesome would be an understatement; you absolutely made our wedding. Although you were a personal recommendation and we had high expectations, you even managed to exceed those! We could not have been any happier. If anyone we know is looking for a band in future, then we’ll be sure to point them in your direction. Thank you so much to all of you again! All the best. "

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"Black Velvet Band Ceilidh Trio – Amanda’s 60th Birthday Ceilidh – December 2025 Black Velvet Ceilidh Trio played at a ceilidh to celebrate my 60th birthday. It was actually the fourth time they have played at events for my family over the last ten years, and I’m hoping to have them again in future. It was a wonderful afternoon. The band’s music was cheery and infectious and soon got people dancing enthusiastically, including guests aged from five to 85 and those who had previously warned me that they wouldn’t be able to dance because of knee problems! Phil is a fantastic dance caller who makes ceilidh dancing easy and a pleasure even for those who have never done it before. We all really appreciated his clear instructions about each dance. This, together with Black Velvet’s expert musicianship made the ceilidh very enjoyable and huge fun. I can’t wait to do it again! Thanks so much."

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"Great sound, service and super friendly to boot. The guys played at the American Museum & Gardens Saturday Night Jazz evenings and received rave reviews from everyone. Don't hesitate book them today!"

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"Michael was fantastic and so helpful and professional. He made the entertainment so special"

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"Just watched you at Thoresby hall....stunning!! Truly inspired. I'm now an avid fan!!"

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"Thank you ever so much! Music was fabulous. I am getting the videos back this week though so we should see it hopefully. Thank you ever so much. Poppy x"

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"A truly beautiful voice, the perfect drinks reception atmosphere! We cannot say enough good things about Nicola. We booked Nicola to sing during our afternoon drinks reception and she was an absolute highlight of the day. From the very beginning her communication was brilliant, quick responses, clear information, and such a warm, calming approach that instantly made us feel at ease. Planning a wedding comes with a million moving parts, and Nicola was one of those suppliers who made everything feel effortless. In the run-up to the wedding, Nicola got back in touch to confirm timings and details so she could deliver everything flawlessly. That level of organisation and care meant we didn’t have to worry about a thing, we knew she had it all in hand. Then on the day… wow. Nicola is a phenomenal singer with a truly beautiful voice. She created the most gorgeous atmosphere for our drinks reception, elegant, uplifting, and the perfect backdrop for guests mingling and celebrating. We had so many people comment on how amazing she was. What made it even more special was how she tailored her set using little details she’d picked up from our messages over the months; it felt so personal and thoughtful, and it really elevated the experience for everyone. If you’re looking for a wedding singer who is incredibly talented, professional, and genuinely lovely to work with, Nicola is the one. We honestly can’t recommend her highly enough!"

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"The band were great! Everyone really enjoyed the music and had everyone dancing. Great performance!"

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"Thank you so much for playing at our wedding, the duo string sounded stunning together and we are so delighted we chose Warwickshire Strings. Hearing my entrance piece played as I walked in church is one of the best parts of my day and one I will never forget, it was so beautiful and added such style and elegance to our wedding. Thank you so much!"

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"This band created magical music that brought our wedding party to its feet. Professional, helpful and absolute fun - highly recommended."

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