Steel band for hire
If you are planning a special birthday party, wedding reception or corporate entertainment and looking for quality live music, there is a steel drum band in London which offers a first class service.
Big Sand is a steel drum band for hire, providing colourful Caribbean steel band music at Champagne receptions to create the perfect ambience for entertaining your guests. The band can be hired for entertainment as a 3 or 5 piece steel band to meet your requirements.
Full details on the steel drum band are given below with a substantial amount of information to assist you. There are separate pages for wedding entertainment, private parties and corporate entertainment to make it easier for you to find the most relevant information.
Steel drum music is an excellent alternative to more traditional entertainment for a Champagne & Canape reception at a private party or wedding reception, especially if you hire a band with real character. Just imagine, your favourite Caribbean song being played for you at your party. The sound of steel drums reflecting the magical and inspiring feeling of the Caribbean as your guests enjoy colourful live music entertainment. This steel drum band has both quality and experience which will contribute to making your event a huge success. It is also a green form of entertainment as the band is totally acoustic for most events. Big Sand is also recognised as a party band based on the vibrant sounds of the 5 piece steel drum format and is very popular in the corporate entertainment sector in London. The rich blend of steel drums, Congas and drum kit create an irresistible and stimulating carnival rhythm which inspires your guests from the moment they arrive.
You can hire this steel drum band to perform real Caribbean music with a repertoire which includes many popular favourites such as Don't Stop The Carnival, Island In The Sun, Yellow Bird, La Cucaracha, Feeling Hot Hot Hot and much more. Steel band music has become very popular, not only in the summer, but also at indoor events throughout the year. Anyone can hire the steel drum band for a private party, corporate entertainment or wedding reception music. If you are having a party in London you can hire the band at very short notice. This steel band has a large UK client base in London, Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Surrey and will travel anywhere to entertain you.
Quality is everything and selecting the right band can make a real difference for a successful event. Many clients have chosen to hire Big Sand in preference to using a cheaper local band and have been delighted with their choice. This London based steel drum band has developed a reputation particularly as a wedding music specialist and is one of the most professional steel bands that you can hire. The band takes great care to ensure that you receive a first class service by paying attention to details. In return, many clients have decided to hire the steel drum band for more than one event. If you are having a Champagne reception and looking to hire quality live music, Big Sand are an excellent choice.
You are guaranteed a band with an extensive repertoire of Caribbean calypso melodies and well known popular tunes. This steel band understands the subtle differences in expectation when providing entertainment for various age groups and different occasions. For this reason the selection is always refined and fit for the purpose to ensure that your guests receive the best possible entertainment. There is a certain magic in melodies that everyone reacts to when they hear their favourite song and you will appreciate this on the day as the band glides through a colourful and inspiring selection. When you listen to the demo samples of the steel drum band, the first track features 5 steel drum musicians performing the popular BBC Cricket theme tune which has been enriched with vibrant percussions. The second track is a medley of Spanish Eyes/Spanish Harlem followed by Rum and Coca-Cola. Tracks 2 & 3 are performed with just 3 steel drum players which forms the core of this Caribbean steel drum band.
What is different about Big Sand is the level of professional service and the quality of the music. Also, the suavita in the music gives it clarity and definition as the steel drum band performs a colourful selection of popular melodies, ignited by rich Caribbean steel drum rhythms. This feature is an important defining factor which becomes more evident as you listen to the MP3 samples and compare with other bands for hire in this sector. As you pay more attention to the detail when comparing with other bands for hire, you will note that there are significant differences.
First, you will hire a band that creates real live music and real demo samples. This means that there are no programmed accompaniments supporting the live performance or any of the MP3 samples. When you hire a band, it is always fascinating to watch the energy and enthusiasm of real talented musicians in action, in contrast to a solo performer with a big band sound that has been prepared months in advance and repeated at every event by pressing the play button. Nowadays, clients that hire a band have much greater expectations from live bands and hire this band on the strength of the demos. This steel band does not offer the solo and duet options and prefers to use 3 steel drum players as the minimum requirement. The 3 players act as integral components in a well oiled machine and goes through musical gears with suavita and fluency. The energetic bass drum player has a custom made steel drum which is played in combination with a specially balanced Maracas. The other two steel drum players create melody, harmony and colourful Caribbean rhythms which will inspire anyone to hire a band.
Second, this steel drum band will entertain your guests right from the start of the party. With over 10 years experience and featuring some of the best steel drum players, a Big Sand performance is a must-see event. The larger steel drum band includes some of the most vibrant percussionists in London to add spice to the steel band sound. As a steel drum band, Big Sand's reputation for wedding reception music, party or corporate entertainment, is simply first class. For this reason many important clients hire the band to perform in some of the most amazing venues. The professional conduct, music and presentation are a pleasure to work with.
In London, there are many steel drum bands for hire and a wide selection of entertainment agencies to choose from. There are also many other party bands for hire, wedding bands and corporate entertainment to compete with. Big Sand has always aimed to set the highest possible standards for Caribbean steel bands and live music entertainment. When you hire Big Sand for an event, "professional" means competent and the steel drum band has received recognition from wedding co-ordinators, corporate entertainment organisers, concierge managers and party planners that hire the steel drum band on a regular basis.
When asked how a steel drum band manages to deliver such a good standard of service, the steel band explained to the client that customers expect quality entertainment and value but more important, they expect professionals to be professional. Two days later, the steel band was hired to provide corporate entertainment in London and the catering company subsequently booked the steel drum band for a client's wedding reception at another London venue. This type of endorsement has always been invaluable as the band seeks to refine the entertainment and service for all customers.
There are just 2 simple formats to choose from. Clients can hire either 3 or 5 musicians. The 5 piece steel drum band gives you the benefit of additional percussions to create a vibrant and pulsating Caribbean steel band sound. You will receive advice on this in response to your enquiry to ensure that the music is just right for the event. At present, most clients hire 3 steel drum musicians and this remains the best choice for wedding reception music, garden party entertainment and as light entertainment for private parties. In both formats, the steel band performs without the use of any PA equipment or programmed electronic support such as backing tracks, so there are no electrics to worry about.
Big Sand is also very busy as a party band at Christmas. The Christmas party entertainment is combined with a selection of popular carols if requested by the client. Early booking is essential for the Christmas season as this is the busiest time of the year for party bands. If your company is having a special themed Christmas party or just looking for something different as entertainment for your office party, the combination of steel drums and carols works very well.
Companies that use the band for corporate entertainment in London have booked the 5 piece steel band for most events. Again, this format fits very well at most venues without taking up too much space and the steel band sound is always pitched at the right level. For the most challenging corporate event, the steel drum band had to be staged on the upper deck of a sightseeing bus. A company in London wanted some entertainment for the 20 minute ride to and from the London Eye. The event planners enjoy Caribbean steel drums and were delighted with the band's entertainment in very difficult conditions with the rush hour traffic in London. As mentioned, the main regions that hire the steel drum band are central London and Oxfordshire. In addition, Big Sand's client base includes Berkshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Hampshire and many other areas. The music has worked successfully at corporate events and wedding receptions because of its wide appeal.
Hotels, private members clubs and restaurants have also contacted Big Sand to hire a band for important private events. Again, Big Sand's experience translates into a smooth operation. The band knows London very well and understands how to produce a quality steel band sound in different environments.
As birthday party entertainment, the band enjoys playing an important role in making each party a success. Birthdays are special and many clients have used the band for more than one birthday party. The steel drum band selects the best music for the event to keep your guests stimulated with inspiring melodies.
Big Sand also enjoys providing entertainment for Universities and performs at many summer balls, freshman's balls and Graduation parties. The steel band has performed in Oxfordshire at Trinity, Balliol and Oxford Brookes. Also in Cambridge at Gonville & Caius and Fitzwilliam summer ball. You can also see the steel drum band each year at the Henley Regatta event in July.
A special graphic MP3 page with live steel drum samples is presented on this website to give you a better idea of the music. Track 1 features the popular BBC Cricket theme which sounds amazing with steel drums and is frequently requested.
Big Sand enjoys travelling and performing live music and welcomes enquiries from clients that are planning amazing parties or events. Whether it is a party at the Sheraton Skyline in London or the Belfry; Le Manoir in Oxfordshire or Chateau Marmont; the conservatory at Hampton Court Palace or the Hamptons, you can hire this band with the full confidence that some of the top players in this sector will be attending.
The smallest event that the steel band has attended was a private dinner party at a mansion in Oxfordshire for 9 guests. The client had seen the steel band performing wedding reception music in London and insisted that it would be the perfect complement to create the "wow factor" as entertainment. The largest event, was a music concert at a London venue, when the rock band Belle & Sebastian wanted to hire a Caribbean steel drum band to perform during their interval to entertain 4'500 fans. This was also the shortest steel band performance as the interval was just 10 minutes of entertainment. The steel drum band was featured on East Enders in August 2007 as entertainment during the Walford fun day and on GMTV as part of the Richard Arnold show during a Champagne reception. Big Sand's first TV appearance was on the BBC Saturday Show which was co-hosted by Fearne Cotton. The steel drum band was hired to provide a vibrant Caribbean sound for a limbo contest. The steel band played a traditional calypso tune called Miss Tourist, followed by Feeling Hot Hot Hot. The show was a success and the producer said that the steel drum band were a pleasure to work with. Many pictures of the steel drum band are taken at wedding receptions and you can find some of them posted on the Flickr website.
To hire the steel band, you can either send an email with details of your requirements or complete the simple enquiry form on the contact page. You will receive a prompt response with a quotation for the 3 piece steel band or, a request for further details on the type of party or corporate entertainment that you are planning. If you have never booked a band before, you will appreciate the simple process that is used to hire this steel drum band. You can also ask any relevant questions in your enquiry. Please listen to the MP3 samples which are there to assist you in choosing the best steel band format. Big Sand offers excellent value as a Caribbean steel drum band and clients are welcome to hire the band as party entertainment at very short notice in London.
Special arrangements are also made for entertainment outside the UK. For entertainment in Paris or Brussels, the steel drum band can reach you by Eurostar faster than it would take to arrive at some venues in the UK. Big Sand receives regular enquiries from clients overseas who are seeking to hire a steel drum band and will travel as required to give you quality entertainment. You can make arrangements via email or telephone +44 (0)208 421 2987. If you send your steel band enquiry now, you will receive a quick response to help you plan your entertainment.
Customer satisfaction is key to measuring quality services and this steel band delivers a consistent service to all clients. Over 70% of new clients hire the steel drum band after visiting the website and sending an enquiry. Other clients hire the band on the recommendation from venues and previous customers. This is evident with many wedding reception enquiries originating from the venue or wedding planner. Should you decide to hire the band, you are guaranteed a steel drum band with real value and musical experience.
Big Sand would like to thank all the clients that hire the steel drum band to provide wedding and party entertainment in London and throughout the UK. Also a special thank you to all the prestigious venues that regularly hire the steel band for wedding reception music and corporate entertainment. Many customers have taken the time to send thank you cards and emails which are all appreciated by the steel band. Some comments are posted on this website and I would draw your attention to that of Mrs Page who returned from her wedding in the Caribbean and booked the steel drum band. She said that it was “better than any steel band we heard in the Caribbean.” There are also comments from many couples that chose to hire the steel drum band as wedding reception music or party entertainment. All comments about the steel drum band are from recent weddings or private parties and all the information posted on this website is totally reliable. Credibility is important to this steel drum band as it competes with all the top wedding and party bands for hire. For this reason the entire operation is carefully managed to ensure that you receive the best live music entertainment for your event.
Throughout this website you will also notice the description of the band as a steel band and steel drum band, both terms are interchangeable. Steel drums are also called steel pans.
Big Sand would like to hear your comments about the steel drum band or any helpful observations that you wish to raise. If you have taken the time to read this entire page, please share your comments by sending an email. Previous clients are encouraged to send feedback about the quality of the live steel band as wedding receptions music, private party and corporate entertainment. You will receive a response from the band leader who reads all feedback about the steel drum band. You can also request more information about the steel drum band, contractual arrangements or travelling abroad for corporate entertainment, weddings, etc.
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