About these Duos / Small Groups

The Duos/Small Groups section of the entertainment directory offer's a great selection of acts that perform a huge variety of musical styles. Popular acts include acoustic duos, jazz duos and world music performers, to name a few local bands for hire.

Duo's/Small Groups are not only useful for when you can't accommodate a large band - they are a very real alternative in their own right, by offering a very intimate atmosphere and interacting with an audience differently. They can also be a fantastic way to begin an evening's entertainment by proceeding other acts.

"We really enjoyed your music and it was perfect for the event. We have had so many lovely comments from our guests about your performance, so I can assure you that you went down very well indeed! It was a pleasure to meet you and thank you for making our event so special. You were super professional and very smiley which we loved! We would definitely love you to perform for us again." 10/10, Client review of the D&L Acoustic Duo - Hire acoustic band for a wedding.

Ideal for:

Duos/Small Groups are perfect for venues where space is an issue, as they will have a much smaller set up than larger bands. If your venue has any noise restrictions or sound limiters, then Duos/Small groups present a great way to keep the atmosphere that live music provides, at a more manageable volume.

A jazz duo will add a whole new dimension to the background of corporate events and wedding receptions, while trio's and small groups can keep people dancing long into the night at birthday parties or other events and functions. If you are looking to try something different, why not arrange a house or garden party and book live entertainment?

When Booking Duo's/Small Groups:

If you are booking a smaller band because of noise restrictions, do not forget to still inform them. While smaller groups are going to be able to deal with noise restrictions better than larger acts, adequate preparation is still infinitely preferable.

If you have any specific repertoire requests, make sure you speak to the band in advance, as a smaller group may have to rearrange the different instrument parts to a song rather than playing it as a straight up cover version.

Prices for Duos / Small Groups:

Many people wonder how much it is to hire a singer, or small group. Prices will vary, but an acoustic duo will start at around £300. If you're looking to cut down on travel cost, use the "advanced search" feature to hire small bands near you.

Famous Examples of Duos & Small groups in Popular Music:

Limiting the number of band members doesn't mean limiting the sound or style of your music. Here are some classic examples:

Simon & Garfunkel - Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel began writing songs together as children in the 1940's. Though the pair only released 5 albums before their split in 1970, they won 10 Grammy awards and their 1981 reunion performance "The Concert in Central Park" saw over 500,000 people in attendance. Their unique folk sound was built on a foundation of seamlessly blended harmonies and acoustic guitar. Popular songs include "The Sound of Silence", "Hazy Shade of Winter", "Mrs. Robinson" and "Cecilia".

The Jimi Hendrix Experience - Backed by the fiercely talented Mitch Mitchell and Noel Redding, Jimi Hendrix is widely regarded as one of the most extraordinary and flamboyant electric guitar players of all time. Playing a high energy mix of Blues Rock and Psychedelia, he first enjoyed commercial success in the UK in 1966 before finally breaking in the US off the back of his fierce live performance at Monterey Pop Festival. Popular Songs include "Voodoo Chile", "Purple Haze", "Little Wing" and "Wind Cries Mary".

Ike & Tina Turner - The husband and wife duo released a string of popular hits from 1960 to 1976, spanning many genres from Soul and R N B to Rock N' Roll. The pair were famous for their high energy live shows, often drawing comparisons to James Brown's intense routines. Popular songs include "A Fool in Love" "River Deep - Mountain High" and "I Idolize You".

The Black Keys - The Garage Rock duo formed in 2001 and have since released 8 studio albums. Their first commercial break through was actually with their 6th studio album "Brothers" and showcased their raw blues tinged sound well. The group were influenced by Howlin' Wolf, Robert Johnson and other blues greats. Popular songs include "Tighten Up" "Lonely Boy" and "Fever".

The Duos / Small Groups featured on this page are all members of the Last Minute Musicians entertainment directory. Use the refine section at the top of this page to book a soloist, duo or trio close to you. Simply choose a county or enter a post code into the "available in" box to refine the listings to your local area. Click the "visit listing" button to see the full profiles of the individual Duos / Small Groups. With over 3300 active listings you are sure to find the perfect entertainer, musician, band or entertainment service to make your event, recital or concert just perfect. Don`t forget you can use our online chat (below) to get instant help with your booking.