Acoustic Express
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Atmospheric
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Hire background music that sets the mood without taking over
Good background music does something special. Your guests notice that the atmosphere is just right, while they can still talk to each other easily.
That's exactly why hiring background music is different from simply booking a fun band. An acoustic duo can be perfect for a reception with 50 guests, but get lost at a large corporate event. A jazz trio can give a dinner exactly the right atmosphere, while for an anniversary you might prefer a band that starts off gently and can also handle a dance floor later in the evening.
After more than 20 years and thousands of bookings, we at Bandzoeker know what works in practice. We know our bands personally and don't just look at your taste in music. We also take into account the venue, the number of guests, the volume you want and, above all, what needs to happen during your occasion.
So you don't get a band that just happens to be available, but live background music that fits the moment.
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Acoustic Jukebox
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Interactive
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Reunion
Verified artist
Acoustic
Atmospheric
Wide repertoire
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€950
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Never 2 Much
Verified artist
Versatile
Suits any occasion
Dutch, English and Spanish
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Sadie and The Pianist
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Jazz
Soul
Intimate
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Nice Dice
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Entertainers
Relaxed
Acoustic
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From relaxed drinks to a dinner: what works in practice
The most important question isn't whether you like a pianist, jazz band or acoustic duo. The most important question is: how much attention should the music get?
During a reception, dinner or networking drinks, conversation usually needs to stay centre stage. In that case, we often recommend a small line-up. Think of a pianist, guitarist, jazz duo or acoustic duo. They take up little space and can play at a pleasant volume.
Can the live music be a little more noticeable? Then an acoustic duo, pop duo or jazz trio can add more of an experience. Vocals make well-known songs more recognisable, while instrumental music stays in the background more easily.
And sometimes you want both.
At a wedding, anniversary or company party, for example, a band can start off relaxed during drinks and bring more energy later on. For this, we deliberately look for a flexible act that can switch gears. Experience has taught us that a band that's fantastic for a wild party isn't automatically the best background band – and vice versa.
The sound level deserves attention too. Acoustic isn't always better. In a large room, light amplification can make sure guests at the back hear the music well, without people at the front having to shout at each other. That's why we look at the venue, line-up and number of guests in advance.
At Bandzoeker you can book live background music for, among other things:
- drinks or a networking event;
- a reception or welcome;
- a dinner or walking dinner;
- a wedding or ceremony;
- an anniversary or birthday;
- a company party or business event.
From jazz and instrumental music to well-known pop and soul songs in a relaxed acoustic style: the best choice is the act that suits your audience and the moment.
You don't have to work out which band is right yourself
For most people, booking a band isn't something they do every day. For us, it is.
That difference matters. In a video, two acoustic duos can both sound good. We know from experience which act is strong at business drinks, which band has a good feel for it when the volume needs to come down, and which musicians can easily step it up later in the evening.
For more than 20 years, Bandzoeker has specialised in booking bands for weddings, company parties, anniversaries, birthdays and other events. We work with screened professional musicians and stay in personal contact with our bands.
So you get more than a list of artists you have to choose from yourself.
We think along with you about the line-up, atmosphere, repertoire and practical details. Agreements on availability and the booking are neatly taken care of too. And should a booked band have to cancel due to illness or circumstances beyond their control, we have the network and experience to arrange a suitable replacement.
Want to know which background music we'd choose for your occasion?
Tell us the date, venue, number of guests and the atmosphere you're after. Jan or Merijn will personally look at it with you and advise which acts suit it best.
Request no-obligation advice and availability, or give Bandzoeker a call.
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Frequently asked questions
Booking a band isn't something you do every week. Here are the answers to the questions we get asked most. Can't find your question? Give us a call, we're happy to help.
At a drinks reception, music works best when it adds atmosphere without making conversation difficult. Depending on the space and the number of guests, we might recommend a pianist, an acoustic duo, a jazz duo or a small trio.
During a dinner, jazz, instrumental music and mellow acoustic covers are popular choices. The volume and line-up are at least as important as the style of music: guests need to be able to keep talking comfortably.
Definitely. Some semi-acoustic and all-round bands can start off gently and add more energy later on. Let us know in advance, so we can recommend a band that handles this switch well.
That depends on how much attention the music should get. Instrumental music generally stays in the background more easily. Vocals add recognition and more of an experience. For a reception one may be perfect, while for a lively anniversary drinks party the other may work better.
No. In a larger space or with more guests, light amplification can actually be more pleasant. It lets the sound spread evenly without the music getting too loud at the front.
That varies per act, venue and occasion. We look at the level you want in advance and recommend a line-up to match. If conversation needs to stay centre stage, we take that into account when choosing the band.
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