Business Details
24 Years
experience
Professional Musicians for Weddings Corporate Events London
Founded in 2002 by Steve Fletcher, a former principal trumpet with the Royal Artillery Band, The London Banqueting Ensemble brings over two decades of expertise in providing classical musicians for formal occasions. Our ensembles, including Salon Orchestra, Fanfare Trumpeters, and String Quartet, have performed at prestigious venues like Mansion House and The Dorchester, serving clients ranging from London Livery Companies to high-profile private events. With a focus on flexibility and musical excellence, we cater to weddings, corporate functions, military dinners, and charity events, combining traditional repertoire with modern adaptations.Our team's deep understanding of event dynamics ensures tailored musical experiences that enhance any occasion. Recognised for our professionalism, we have provided services for over 500 weddings and events featuring notable figures like Shirley Bassey and Gordon Ramsay.
Services
Salon Orchestra
Fanfare Trumpeters
String Quartet
Palm Court Trio
Brass Quintet
Wedding Trumpeters
Bugler Services
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in formal event music curation
- Our ensembles perform at London's top venues including Mansion House
- We provide tailored musical solutions for weddings and corporate events
- Our musicians combine classical expertise with modern repertoire
- We offer expert consultation with no obligation from our Musical Director
What people say
Wonderful music
Professional bugler
Memorable performances
Excellent repertoire
Seamless service
Services
Salon Orchestra
Flexible ensemble of 4-11 musicians specialising in dinner functions and formal events. Performs classical repertoire alongside modern adaptations at prestigious venues including The Dorchester and Mansion House. Ideal for corporate events, military dinners, and charity balls requiring sophisticated background music.
Fanfare Trumpeters
Uniformed trumpet ensemble available in formations from 1 to 11 musicians with percussion. Delivers ceremonial fanfares for key event moments at weddings, corporate launches, and official openings. Recognisable by distinctive red tailcoats and military-style trumpets.
String Quartet
Four-piece ensemble offering classical and contemporary music for weddings and formal occasions. Available in traditional or modern 'Capital String Quartet' format with expanded pop/rock repertoire. Perfect for civil ceremonies and reception background music.
Bugler Services
Traditional bugle calls including Last Post and Reveille for funerals and remembrance services. Performed by Steve Fletcher, former Royal Artillery musician with 14 years' experience. Recommended by military associations including the Royal British Legion.
Palm Court Trio
Versatile trio combining piano, violin/cello, and trumpet. Blends classical, jazz, and popular music for weddings and garden parties. Unique arrangements create ambient atmosphere in both formal and casual settings.
People
Steve Fletcher
Musical Director
Founder of The London Banqueting Ensemble with 14 years' military music experience as Royal Artillery principal trumpet. Combines technical expertise with event planning knowledge to provide tailored musical solutions for corporate and private clients.
Questions
What types of events do you perform at?
We provide music for weddings, corporate events, military dinners, garden parties, charity balls, and formal ceremonies across London and the South East.
Can you accommodate specific musical requests?
Our musicians can perform classical repertoire alongside modern adaptations. Recent special requests include Back to the Future theme arrangements and custom ceremony fanfares.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months ahead for weekends between April-September, though we can accommodate last-minute requests subject to availability.
Do you perform outside London?
We regularly perform in Essex, Kent, Surrey, and Buckinghamshire. For locations further afield, we require travel expenses in addition to performance fees.
What is included in your wedding packages?
Packages typically include ceremony music, drinks reception performance, and dinner entertainment. Specific combinations vary - contact us for custom wedding music solutions.
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