There are moments within an event when the music needs to do more than simply sit in the background.
As the evening develops, guests move from dinner to drinks, or a launch moves into the party, the right live act can completely change the atmosphere in the room. Electric musicians work particularly well here, combining the impact of live performance with the energy and repertoire more commonly associated with a DJ.
At Wislocki Music, we represent a number of exceptional electric acts, from solo violinists to internationally experienced string groups, each bringing something very different to an event.
What Is an Electric Act?
An electric act is a musician or group performing on amplified electric instruments, often alongside backing tracks or a live DJ.
For string players in particular, it takes an instrument traditionally associated with classical music and gives it an entirely different feel. Electric violins and strings can work with house, pop, dance and club tracks, creating a much bigger and more contemporary sound.
They are also visually engaging. Wireless instruments allow some performers to move around the room and amongst guests rather than remaining in one fixed position, making the music part of the wider experience.
Electric acts work particularly well for corporate events, product launches, private parties and evening wedding receptions. They can help bridge the gap between live music and a DJ, or provide a high-impact performance at a particular moment during the event.
A Few of Our Electric Acts
Vibre Strings
Vibre Strings are a collective of international string players specialising in electronic music and live performances alongside DJs.
Their musicians have performed with artists including Kygo, Florence + The Machine, Duran Duran, Take That and The Script, with performances taking them everywhere from Wembley Arena and the Royal Albert Hall to Glastonbury, Ibiza Rocks and Dubai’s Palm Island.
Wireless and able to roam amongst guests, Vibre Strings create bespoke string arrangements and DJ mixes spanning pop, house and melodic techno through to drum and bass and rock. They are a brilliant choice when you want strings to feel thoroughly contemporary and create a real moment within an event.
Stereo Twins
Stereo Twins
There is something immediately striking about seeing identical twins performing violin together, and Stereo Twins bring both the visual impact and musical energy needed for a memorable event.
Having performed around the world at parties, launches and events, they are particularly well suited to occasions where entertainment is an important part of the experience rather than simply providing background music.
For a product launch, corporate celebration or private party where you want guests to stop, watch and remember the performance afterwards, they are an excellent option.
Colette is an electric violinist with extensive international experience, having performed everywhere from Australia, Hong Kong and Taiwan to Switzerland and Serbia.
Performing on a wireless LED light-up violin, her repertoire moves from Café del Mar-style Ibiza chill-out music through to house and pop club tracks. She can perform solo or improvise live alongside a DJ, making her particularly adaptable as the atmosphere of an event changes.
Colette has performed at corporate functions, weddings, private parties and club nights, as well as working with major brands including Porsche, Maserati and Aston Martin. She is an excellent choice for creating that transition from sophisticated drinks into a much more energetic evening.
Violinist Emma
Emma offers electric and acoustic violin performances spanning pop, classical and lounge-style music, either to backing tracks or alongside a DJ.
A highly experienced session musician, she has performed at events including London Fashion Week and the Wimbledon Ball, as well as appearing alongside major artists and at some of the UK’s largest live events.
Her ability to improvise with DJs makes her particularly well suited to events where you want the flexibility of a DJ-led soundtrack but with an additional live element. It is a simple way of elevating the entertainment without needing to introduce an entirely separate band or ensemble.
Stringfever
For something a little different, Stringfever combines exceptional musicianship with comedy and entertainment.
Made up of three brothers and a cousin, the internationally acclaimed electric string quartet has performed more than 1,000 shows across 33 countries, including private performances for the British Royal Family and at Madison Square Garden.
They are particularly well suited to corporate parties, private celebrations and awards evenings where guests are gathered together and ready to be entertained. Rather than simply accompanying an event, Stringfever provide a performance in their own right – energetic, funny and musically impressive.
Creating a Moment with Live Music
Electric acts are particularly effective when they are considered as part of the wider flow of an event.
A solo violinist appearing alongside the DJ can signal that the evening is moving into the party. Roaming electric strings can transform a drinks reception. A dedicated show can give guests a focal point between dinner and dancing.
The important thing is choosing an act that suits both the setting and the moment.
At Wislocki Music, we work closely with clients, venues and planners to recommend musicians who complement the event as a whole. Whether that means a sophisticated electric violinist, roaming strings alongside a DJ or a full performance designed to command the room, the right electric act can bring an entirely new energy to the occasion.
Nowhere does fairytale castle venues like the UK. Sweeping staircases, historic ballrooms, beautiful gardens and centuries of stories create a setting that simply can’t be recreated in a modern venue.
For us, music is part of that magic too. Castle wedding venues lend themselves beautifully to live music, whether that’s a singer accompanying your ceremony, a string quartet during drinks, or a live band taking you into the evening.
If a fairytale setting is part of your wedding vision, here are some of our favourite castle – and palace – wedding venues around the UK.
Achnagairn Castle, Scottish Highlands
Just outside Inverness, Achnagairn Castle is a wonderful choice for a Scottish castle wedding. The spectacular vaulted ballroom can take you right through from your ceremony to your wedding breakfast and evening celebrations, while the grounds provide plenty of opportunities to head outside for drinks and photographs.
Music is almost essential in a setting like this. Classical soloists and duos work beautifully earlier in the day, before a ceilidh band brings a distinctly Scottish feel to the evening celebrations.
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Eastnor Castle, Herefordshire
Set at the foot of the Malvern Hills, Eastnor Castle is perhaps exactly what you picture when you think of a fairytale castle wedding. You can opt for a traditional church wedding, an outdoor blessing overlooking the beautiful Herefordshire countryside or a civil ceremony within the castle itself. Afterwards, drinks can be enjoyed on the terrace before moving inside for dinner and celebrations.
It’s a particularly lovely venue for live music, with everything from a string quartet or harpist on the terrace to evening entertainment working naturally amongst the grandeur of the castle.
Burghley House, Lincolnshire
Technically a grand Elizabethan house rather than a castle, Burghley House absolutely deserves a place on this list. One of the grandest houses of the 16th century, its extraordinary interiors and history give weddings here a real sense of occasion.
There are several beautiful spaces to use throughout the day, including the Bow Room for ceremonies, the Rose Garden for summer drinks and the Orangery for your evening reception. For music, the scale and history of Burghley suit classical musicians wonderfully, while the Orangery lends itself well to a smaller live band or DJ Live set for the evening.
Ashridge House, Hertfordshire
Once home to Henry VIII and Princess Elizabeth, Ashridge House brings together royal history and seriously impressive architecture. One of its most memorable features is the sweeping staircase in the Main Hall, which creates an incredible backdrop for a wedding ceremony. Alternatively, you can have a blessing in the beautiful onsite Chapel.
From there, celebrations can move through the historic rooms and gardens, with the Old Library opening onto the Italian Gardens and grand spaces including Repton Hall available for your wedding breakfast.
Chiddingstone Castle, Kent
Chiddingstone Castle is on the smaller side compared with some of the venues on this list, but that makes it a lovely option if you want the grandeur of a castle without your wedding feeling overwhelmingly formal.
The castle and grounds are exclusively yours for the day, with ceremonies available in spaces including the Great Hall, Orangery and South Lawn. For an intimate celebration, you can dine within the castle itself, while larger weddings can make use of a marquee in the grounds.
Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire
And finally, not a castle but a palace, and a rather spectacular one. Blenheim Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the Dukes of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.
For weddings, there is an incredible choice of spaces, from the Orangery and Marlborough Room to the Great Hall and Long Library. The Palace and its 2,000 acres of parkland and gardens also provide almost endless opportunities for wedding photographs. It’s hard to imagine many places where live classical music feels more at home.
Creating the Soundtrack to Your Castle Wedding
A spectacular venue deserves music to match. From the moment your guests arrive to the final song of the evening, live musicians can help your wedding feel every bit as atmospheric as its surroundings.
At Wislocki Music, we provide exceptional professional musicians for weddings across the UK, from harpists, string quartets and classical ensembles to contemporary musicians and evening entertainment. If you’re planning a castle, country house or palace wedding, get in touch with our team and let us help you find the perfect musicians for your celebration.
We’ve all seen the inspiration for a wedding in the English countryside: abundant flowers, the sun shining, a stylish marquee and beautiful live music.
These weddings are becoming increasingly popular, not only because they look beautiful, but because they create a memorable experience for your guests. So, what are the ingredients you need to create a quintessentially English wedding?
The Venue
Unless you are choosing a church wedding, an outdoor ceremony is a lovely option. However, the British weather can have other ideas, so it’s always best to have a backup plan. This might be a beautiful room inside the country house hosting your reception or a ceremony space within your marquee.
For the reception, a marquee venue such as Ardington House, a castle such as Eastnor Castle or one of England’s many beautiful country houses will provide the perfect setting. Manor by the Lake on the edge of the Cotswolds and Benham Park in historic Berkshire are both ideal choices, offering stunning interiors, manicured grounds and plenty of space to celebrate.
Floral displays and installations will instantly evoke the English countryside, especially when they feature seasonal blooms such as peonies, roses and delphiniums.
The Music
In recent years, a wedding in the English countryside has become synonymous with Bridgerton: an elegant venue, guests dressed in their finery and live music completing the atmosphere.
To create this feeling, we recommend booking a string quartet, harpist or pianist to perform pop songs in a classical style. Your guests will recognise the music, but it will be played in a way that feels elegant and timeless.
Live music can accompany every part of the day, from the arrival of your guests and your ceremony to the drinks reception and wedding breakfast. Changing the style or energy of the music as the day progresses will help each part of your wedding feel distinct while creating a natural flow between them.
The Aesthetic
The beauty of a wedding in the English countryside is that it invites tradition: men in morning suits, ladies in hats and fascinators, a formal seating plan and a timeline that keeps the day moving.
However, an English country wedding in the 21st century also gives you plenty of opportunities to mix tradition with your own personality. Choose your favourite seasonal flowers, bring music into the day wherever you can and add thoughtful details such as handwritten notes at each place setting.
The aim isn’t to recreate somebody else’s idea of the perfect country wedding. It’s to take the ingredients you love – the beautiful setting, traditional touches, seasonal flowers and timeless live music – and make them feel entirely personal to you.
Wislocki Music represents exceptional musicians for weddings and events across the UK. Whether you already know exactly what you would like or need some guidance, we can help you find the perfect live music for your English country wedding.
At Wislocki Music, we believe that beauty, love, and harmony should resonate in every part of life—not just in the music we create, but in the values we hold dear. That’s why we’re proud to shine a light on Girls Not Brides, a global organisation working tirelessly to end child marriage and create a world where every girl can grow up free to choose her own future.
What is Girls Not Brides?
Girls Not Brides is a global partnership made up of over 1,400 civil society organisations from more than 100 countries. Their shared goal is simple yet powerful: to end child marriage and enable girls to fulfil their potential.
In many parts of the world, globally millions of girls are married before 18, with many as young as 12 or 13, often without education, healthcare, or the opportunity to shape their own futures. Girls Not Brides works with grassroots communities, governments, and international bodies to raise awareness, shift harmful social norms, and ensure girls’ rights are protected.
Why It Matters to Us
At Wislocki Music, we are surrounded by love stories. Every wedding we play is a celebration of two people choosing each other freely, joyfully, and equally. But for millions of girls globally, marriage is not a choice—it’s a fate imposed too early and often with lasting consequences.
We believe music has the power to uplift, connect, and inspire change. And we want the love we help celebrate at every event to echo into the lives of those who need it most. That’s why causes like Girls Not Brides resonate so deeply with our team.
Creating a World Where Girls Can Choose
Ending child marriage isn’t just about changing laws—it’s about transforming futures. It’s about education, healthcare, equality, and human rights. It’s about making sure that every girl can grow up safe, empowered, and free to choose love on her own terms—when she is ready.
By supporting organisations like Girls Not Brides, we hope to be part of that positive change.
How You Can Help
If you’ve been moved by this cause, here are a few ways to get involved:
Donate to support grassroots organisations working directly with girls and communities
Start conversations about child marriage and the importance of girls’ rights
Together, we can help create a future where where girls choose if, when and whom to marry, and where every girl gets the chance to write her own story.
At Wislocki Music, we don’t just celebrate weddings—we celebrate love in all its power. And we stand with those working to ensure every girl can do the same.
Picture the scene: you’ve just tied the knot, your guests are making their way to the reception, a glass of champagne is in hand and the atmosphere is starting to build. The right live music can transform those first moments after the ceremony, setting the tone for everything that follows.
Your wedding drinks reception is often one of the most sociable parts of the day. It’s when guests mingle, conversations flow and everyone settles into celebration mode. While photographs are being taken and guests are enjoying the surroundings, live music helps create a seamless transition from ceremony to party.
Traditional choices such as a pianist, string quartet, singer or harpist will always be popular for good reason. But if you’re looking for something a little different, perhaps something more interactive, unexpected or festival-inspired, these artists are guaranteed to get your guests talking.
At first glance, a guitar and vocal duo might seem like a classic drinks reception choice. But Vintique Duo are anything but ordinary.
Perfect for couples who love the sound of Postmodern Jukebox, this talented duo reimagine modern chart hits with a vintage twist, inspired by the golden age of music. Think familiar songs, timeless style and a performance that feels effortlessly cool.
Looking to bring colour, energy and a real sense of occasion to your wedding day? Mariachi México Canta delivers exactly that.
Complete with traditional sombreros and an authentic repertoire featuring favourites such as Cielito Lindo and El Rey, this roaming Mexican band creates an unforgettable experience for guests of all ages. Their ability to move around your venue makes them particularly well suited to large marquee weddings, outdoor celebrations and garden receptions.
For couples wanting something completely unexpected, The Brass Funkeys are guaranteed to make an impact.
Inspired by the vibrant street bands of New Orleans, this exceptional brass band has been entertaining audiences since 2011, appearing everywhere from Glastonbury Festival to Ronnie Scott’s. Their fully roaming performance style creates an incredible atmosphere, bringing guests together wherever they are. They can also perform an amplified set later in the day, making them a fantastic option for both your drinks reception and evening celebrations.
If your dream wedding includes sunshine, great company and laid-back festival vibes, The Rays Roaming Band could be the perfect fit.
Available as anything from a duo through to a five-piece band, they perform completely acoustically, meaning they can entertain almost anywhere without the need for power. Their extensive repertoire spans pop, rock, jazz and soul, ensuring there’s something for every guest to enjoy.
Choosing the Right Music for Your Drinks Reception
The best drinks reception entertainment doesn’t just fill the silence; it helps create moments. Whether that’s guests singing along to a favourite song, gathering around a roaming band or simply soaking up the atmosphere with a glass in hand, live music brings a unique energy that recorded playlists simply can’t match.
At Wislocki Music, we specialise in finding musicians that feel like the perfect fit for your wedding day. Whether you’re planning a relaxed countryside celebration, a festival-style wedding or an elegant city reception, we’ll help you discover entertainment that reflects your personality and keeps your guests talking long after the day is over.
This is just a small selection of the incredible artists available through Wislocki Music. Get in touch to explore more options and find the perfect soundtrack for your celebration.
