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The perfect background music for your reception

A good atmosphere calls for a good band. For a relaxed, pleasant mood, it's important that a band, duo or solo artist can read the room well. Too loud and no one can talk, too soft and you might as well put on a CD. We've put together a large selection so we can book the perfect band, the right duo or a solo artist for you. Whether it's company drinks or the reception after a wedding ceremony. Feel free to get in touch for more information, and we'll give you tailored advice!
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for Reunion “Had an amazing evening, thanks in part to the live band Reunion!” For Mum, turning 85, she wanted to organise a party with music on the beach in Noordwijk one more time. And we celebrated it to the full last Saturday! Thanks… — Yvonne Leenheer, Strandtent de Koele Costa · Read the review →

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Atmospheric acts for a reception

Bandzoeker has a wide range of background music for a reception, drinks or as background music during a dinner or walking dinner. You can book atmospheric acts in small line-ups, such as a jazz trio, semi-acoustic trio, pop duo and so on. These line-ups are suitable for a welcome, reception, drinks, interlude or as background music for both small and larger groups. Various musical combinations, each with its own unique style, are possible as a duo, trio or combo.

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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.

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At a reception, volume is crucial: too loud and guests can't talk, too soft and the atmosphere falls flat, which is why a small ensemble such as a jazz trio or acoustic duo works best.

Bandzoeker currently has 115 acts marked as suitable for a reception, spread across a range of genres and line-ups.

Include the venue, number of guests and preferred start and end times in your request; based on that, Bandzoeker will advise which line-up and equipment suit your reception.

For live music at a reception, expect to pay roughly €400–€2,500, depending on the line-up and playing time.

For a popular date, ideally book an act for your reception 3 to 6 months in advance. Should anything unexpectedly go wrong due to illness or circumstances beyond anyone's control, Bandzoeker immediately arranges a suitable replacement act, with no additional costs. For tailored, no-obligation advice, the Bandzoeker team is happy to help.

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