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About

North East Soiree is not an agency but a team of musicians that offers live music for weddings and events in Spennymoor, Durham. They provide various options: Violin and Piano duo, String Trio, String Quartet, Jazz trio, Ceilidh band (authentic Scots style with caller), party covers band, and DJ, perfect for ceremonies, elegant banquets, and parties.

Experience

Gordon manages North East Soiree, who can play various styles and combinations of styles depending on client needs. Since 2002, the group has performed at more than 1400 weddings and events across the North East of England.

Services Offered

North East Soiree has an impressive repertoire featuring over 500 tunes for String Quartet, which is also available as Violin and Piano or as String Trio. It is ideal for all budgets and event settings. They offer music for wedding ceremonies, during the photos/drinks reception, and as the evening band, all with just one point of contact. The Ceilidh band is led by Gordon, who demonstrates every dance and then encourages everyone onto the dancefloor with instructions during the actual dancing. The moves don't need to be perfect, just as long as everyone has a go and joins in the fun. The Ceilidh is a great way to get all the members of the two families, work colleagues, and friends together. It's a great party starter! The cover band is live and spontaneous, with everything performed from memory and no backing tracks. The package also comes with modern disco lights and a PA system with PAT Certs for all electric items. Custom playlists are welcomed for the DJ after the band finishes and, of course, the first and last dances.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music
Cocktail/banquet music
Dance music
Entertainment
DJ

What is included in the wedding package?

Whatever you like. There are all sorts of combinations possible including String Quartet (and Duos and Trios), Ceilidh band with Scots caller, Jazz and Covers band, then DJ til midnight - all 1 team

How far in advance should I contact you?

Typically 1 year - there is only one evening band possible per night so book early if you'd like a discounted package deal

What style of music do you offer?

Classical
Lounge
Disco
Jazz
Rock
String quartet
Regional
Ethnic
Pop

Type of musical group:

DJ
Band
Duet
Trio
Quartet

Size of group:

Small (2 - 3 musicians)
Medium (4 - 6 musicians)
Large (7 or more musicians)

Repertoire:

Duo, Trios and String Quartet have 500 tunes available including Classical, Jazz, Popular, Films, Showtunes, TV themes and Bollywood too for Asian weddings. Jazz, Ceilidh and good old party covers

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?

Yes, request can be arranged for a wedding ceremony. The repertoire of over 500 tunes has mainly been built up over many years from special requests at weddings

What's your experience?

All the players are very experienced professional musicians in their own right but North East Soiree has existed since 2002 and have performed at over 1400 weddings and events in the North East

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

No

Can you travel?

No

Is there a charge for travelling?

No

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

Yes

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

With a team

What is the length of time of the act?

Half hour for civil or 1 hour church Ceremony, then 90 minutes drinks reception. Jazz 2 hours, Ceilidh 1 or 2 sets of typically around 90 minutes, Covers band 2x 45min and Dj till midnight

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

Minimum 2 weeks needed to arrange new music for a ceremony due to workload in the summer months

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

Ceilidh includes up till 11:30pm anyway so we've never needed to charge any more other than New Years eve which is always till 00:30 and agreed in advance

What are the forms of payment?

Prefer BACS Bank Transfer but cheque is ok. We prefer not to accept cash on the night as we have ended up not being paid too many times as everyone has too much to think about on the day
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12 Marske Way DL16 7FL Spennymoor (Durham)

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