The wedding band you hire for your wedding in Scotland is an important ingredient of your wedding reception and choosing the right Scottish wedding band can mean the difference between your wedding guests having a brilliant time or secretly wishing they could leave early.

The Magic Agency has arranged wedding bands for Scottish weddings for over twenty years and has received tesitimonials from hundreds of satisfied customers.

If you scroll down the page, you will see many of the talented and brilliant Scottish-based, wedding bands represented by The Magic Agency.

We can honestly tell you that any of the bands listed here would give a marvellous evening's entertainment at any wedding, event, or function. However, every wedding is different and we can give you honest, unbiased advice about which band or bands would match your specific requirements.

If you are interested in a particular band, or type of band, then let us know and we will check availability and give you a quote. We can also arrange a date for you to see the band playing live at a function or wedding.

We give you our guarantee that we will always try to get you the lowest price we can from each band.

We also give you our guarantee that in the very unlikely event that one of our bands cannot perform due to accident or illness, then we will make every effort to find you a good-quality, replacement band.

We promise to go that extra mile to make your wedding or function a happy and successful one!

What Customers Are Saying

"Hi Michael,
"Just wanted to drop a quick line to to say thanks for the band you provided for Saturday night. Hell for Leather were excellent and commented on by many of the guests, who were present. Would you please pass my thanks on to the band."
Ken Barron, Glasgow Academical Sports Club, January, 2010.

"Hi Michael,
Just want you to pass on my thanks to Mystery Train for last Wednesday night. They were fantastic and had everyone up on their feet all night!
Thanks again."
Rachel Main, Edinburgh Law Society Ball, 2010.

"Hi Michael,
Thank you so much for organising Freeway to play at our wedding. Please thank the band for their brilliant performance, especially the 1st dance as it was perfect. Our wedding guests commented on how good they were, not only their performance but the wide variety of songs they knew. They were fantastic and I would highly recommend them to anyone. ."
Louise and Colin McShane, wedding, 2009.

"To The Magic Agency,
Just wanted to thank all the guys in Up Front for a great night at Guthrie Castle for our son's Wedding and to say that everyone commented on how professional you were. I would definitely check if the Band were available for any larger family function we were having. Thanks to Drew and all the guys for making the night one to remember."
John Watson and the rest of the Watson family, August 2009.

"We would also like to pass on our appreciation to Camus, who were absolutely superb throughout the reception. We can safely say that everyone at the wedding raved about their playing (in fact, we would go as far as to say that they were the best band we have ever heard at any wedding we have been at). Their choice of music and the patter of the lead singer made it a very joyous occasion."
David and Maureen Sidney, daughter's wedding, 2009

What We Can Do For You

We offer a quick and friendly service, where your complete satisfaction is our main concern.

What do bands cost?

There is no "set fee" for a good band and it varies depending on the band. However, as a very, general guide to help you plan your budget: Two-Piece = £500-£700, Three-Piece - £600 -£900, Four-Piece = £750 - £1000, and Five-Piece or more = £1000 - £1500.

Please remember, this is a very, general guide and some bands charge more or less than these fees. Always ask us for a specific quote.

Travelling expenses may also have to be added to fees depending on how far the band has to travel to the venue.

How do I choose a band?

Rather than just asking "what bands are available", we recommend you spend some time reading about the bands and listening to their music samples. This will help you decide on the type of band you like.

All the bands listed below are great bands and have an excellent track record. However, everyone has different tastes when it comes to music - so, it's better if you decide which band or bands you like.

When you have done this, then contact us and we can check availability, get you a quote, and arrange a date for you to see the band.

Wedding Band Prize Draw!

The winner of our prize draw was Nicola Connor and Kenneth McBeath, who have booked Hell For Leather for their wedding on the 29th August, 2010. The Magic Agency will pay £250 of their balance payable to the band.

This is what the lucky couple had to say "That's fantastic, thank you very much. I've been told that the money saved will be put towards the Wedding Dress. We are delighted. Thank you.
Kenny and Nicola."

Wedding Band Prize Draw 2010!

Our new Wedding Band Prize Draw has started. Anyone booking a Wedding band for 2010, 2011 or 2012 will have a chance of winning £250. The draw will take place on the 24th of December, 2010 and the winner will be posted on our main page on Christmas Day.

The ideal Christmas present for one luck couple!

Five to Seven-Piece Bands

Waterfront - "Simply the Best"

Waterfront is a totaly live, five-piece band who have spent the last ten years entertaining clients all over the country have a vast experience in the wedding and function fields.

Female Vocals, Drum's, Keyboards, Bass Guitar and Lead Guitar.

Atlantic Soul Showband - "Absolutely Fantastic"

Atlantic Soul Showband is one of the best and most versatile bands in Scotland today. Fully scaleable, they can offer line-ups from two-seven piece. They have superb male/female vocals and offer a high-energy performance.

Male and female vocals, keyboard, drums, bass, guitar and/or sax.

The Riffreshers - "Wow!"

The Riffreshers is one of the hottest Wedding and Function Bands in Scotland.

With a seven-piece line up, these guys and gals really know how to make any wedding or function swing.

Male and female vocals, trumpet, trombone, lead guitar, bass, keyboard, and drums.

The Copycats - "The Atmosphere is Electric!"

The Copycats is a five-piece band with a growing reputation as one of the more accomplished acts Scotland. They offer something to suit everyone’s taste, from the subtle melodies of the sixties to hits from the 90's and beyond.

Male/Female Vocals, guitar/vocals, keyboard/vocals, bass guitar, drums.

Hell For Leather - "Absolutely fantastic"

Featuring a high-energy fusion of Scottish, Folk, and Rock music, this five-piece band know how to wear out anyone's shoe-leather.

Male vocals, accordion, guitars, mandolin/tin whistle, Highland Bagpipes, Bodhran.

Shoestring - "Absolutely fantastic"

Shoestring is a six-piece band that combines ceilidh with pop covers to ensure that there is music for everyone at your wedding or function. They can even provide a disco.

From Edinburgh Castle to village halls - Shoestring have played them all.

Male vocals, electric lead and bass guitars, accoustic guitar, drums, keyboards, and fiddle.

Ataea - "The Thinking Person's Choice"

Ataea is a six-piece band of talented musicians that offers something different and refreshing. With suberb vocals, they provide an outstanding balance of live music and song for any wedding or function.

Male and female vocals, keyboards, bass, violin, guitar, drums/percussion.

Up Front - "What a band!"

Up Front is a superb five-piece band who can bring the house down at any wedding or function.

From rock and roll to chart hits, these guys do it all.

Male vocals and harmonies, bass guitar, lead and rhythm guitars, keyboards and drums.

AmpliFive - "Dynamic Vocals"

AmpliFive is a wedding and function band who have performed at almost every major venue in Scotland.

They are a fully live, five-piece band who can accommodate any type of function - from 60 seat weddings to 600 seat dinner-dances.

Two female vocalists, piano, drums, and guitar.

Hip Operation - "Very Wonderful"

Eleven years of playing together has ensured that Hip Operation is a professional and highly entertaining band.

They are a totally live, seven-piece band, who have performed from Brechin to Brussels and deliver outstanding music from the sixties to the current decade. If you are looking for a band to really get the party going and have performed, this band will not to let you down!

Female vocals, backing vocals, percussion, keyboard, guitars, acoustic guitars, bass, and drums.

Malibu - "Just Teriffic"

With fifteen years experience in playing at weddings, Malibu is one of Scotland’s most experienced, live, five-piece wedding and function bands.

Whether it be a Glen Miller medley, a sixties favourite, a Robbie Williams ballad, traditional Scottish music or a song from the current charts, Malibu play them all.

Male vocals, guitar, bass, keyboards, drums, sound.

The Goodfellas - "Just Teriffic"

The Goodfellas are a totally live, five-piece band who are making a great reputation for themselves in Scotland. With a great selection of songs from the 60's to the present day, they can bring the house down at any wedding or music venue.

Male vocals, guitar, guitar, bass, keyboards, and drums.

Four-Piece Bands

Camus - "Just Superb"

Camus is a totaly live, four-piece band and one of the busiest and hardest working bands on the European circuit. They have been employed by companies such as Thompson Holidays, P&O, and hotel groups which include The Marriot, Balmoral, Caledonian and Moat House.

Male and female vocals, lead guitar, drums, keyboard, bass guitar.

Replay - "Sing-a-long greats!"

Replay is popular four-piece band that have modelled themselves on the high-quality show bands seen in Hotels amd Casinos in Dubai, Hong Kong,Macau, Bali.

With a great repertoire and great vocals, Replay can turn any wedding or function into a party to remember!

Male vocals, female vocals/percussion, guitar/vocals, keyboards/vocals, and bass/vocals.

Rhythm Dot Com - "What a Night!"

Rhythm Dot Com is a superb, live band comprising of four experienced and extremely-talented musicians.

Mixing traditional musicianship with modern technology, they can provide music for any type of event. This flexibility enables them to play a wide spectrum of styles from totally acoustic music to full-on chart hits from the 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, and 90's.

Female vocals, guitar, keyboard, drums.

Big Tuna - "Let's Rock"

Big Tuna is one of Scotland’s hottest, live, indie-rock cover bands. This four-man, no-nonsense, band plays a great selection of classic rock tunes and songs from today’s great bands and artists. Big Tuna also has a number of originals within it's repertoire, which they can perform if appropriate for the venue.

Lead guitar/vocals, guitar/vocals, bass guitar, and drums.

Studio - "Simply Brilliant"

Studio is a versatile four-piece band providing top-class music and entertainment to give you a special night to remember.

Studio has a repertoire to cater for all ages and occasions, including music from Glenn Miller through to current charts and Ceilidh.

Male and female vocals, sax, flute, keyboard, drums.

The Wild Cigarillos - "Brilliant Performance"

The Wild Cigarillos is an Internationally-acclaimed four-piece wedding and function band who can perform Ceilidh, Country and Western, Swing, Jazz, Pop, and Rock.

Male and female vocals, Keyboard, Guitar, Sax, Fiddle, Harmonica, Percussion, Bass, Referee's Whistle, Accordion, Organ Drums...and anything else they feel like playing.

The Alastair Wood Band - "A Touch of Class"

The Alastair Wood Band is one of the busiest bands in Scotland and is a firm favourite with many exclusive venues - such as Hopetoun House.

Alastair's four-piece band is recognised as one of the best Ceilidh and Scottish Country Dance bands in Scotland and performs regularly on BBC Radio Scotland.

He offers a great mixture of Pop Covers and Ceilidh music to suit all tastes and functions.

Male vocals, accordion, keyboard, fiddle, guitar and drums.

Three-Piece Bands

Cahoot - "Quality Entertainment"

Cahoot is one of the hottest three-piece bands around and have carved out a strong name for themselves on the Scottish music scene.

With a wealth of experience across the Scottish wedding circuit, you can rely on Cahoot to entertain everybody from one to ninety-one!

Male/Female Vocals, Guitars, Piano and Saxophones - plus state of the art sound system.

Ernest - "A Cool Band"

Ernest is the ultimate in contemporary corporate and wedding entertainment. A totally-live three-piece band who have played with great success at T In The Park and Glasgow Carling Academy.

On the 17th of November, 2007 Ernest were chosen as the headline band for an audience of seven thousand at the Tartan Party On The Green event at Glasgow Green.

Vocals/guitar, Bass Guitar, Drum's - plus state of the art sound system.

Funky Stuff - "What a Performance!"

Funky Stuff is one of Central Scotland's most popular live bands.

Their extensive and comprehensive repertoire guarantees your night will be highly successful and memorable. Being a flexible three-piece band means they can accommodate the smallest venues through to the largest castles!

Female Vocals, Male Vocals/Keyboard, Guitar.

Mixed Emotion - "Blew Us Away"

Mixed Emotion is an exciting and energetic three-piece band made up of male and female lead vocals, Keyboards & Guitar, with all three members singing. With both male and female vocals, the band can offer a unique mix of songs from swing to current chart hits and even include superb duets and traditional ceilidh.

Male/Female Lead Vocals, Guitar, Keyboards, plus state of the art backing

Monaco - "Tremendous Performance"

Monaco is marvellous three-piece band who have established themselves as the choice in top-class wedding entertainment. As a result, they have become one of the busiest wedding bands in Scotland.

They can adapt to almost any situation, and you can relax in the knowledge that your entertainment is in the hands of two of the most experienced, professional musicians in the biz!

Two guitars, Male vocals - plus state of the art backing.

Heatwave - "Brilliant Band!"

Heatwave, is an exciting two or three-piece band with years of experience on the wedding circuit in Scotland.

Over the years, they have played in all the top venues and been asked back time and time again.

Male vocals, guitars and keyboard - plus state of the art backing.

Manhattan Skyline - "Great Entertainment"

Manhattan Skyline is a superb three-piece band with years of experience and an enviable list of satisfied clients which makes them a popular choice for weddings and functions the length and breadth of Scotland.

Lead Vocals, Lead/Rhythm Guitarist, Bass Guitarist, plus state of the art backing

Pulse - "Dynamic Performance"

Pulse is a dynamic vocal/guitar Trio based in Central Scotland. They are very versatile, have great voices, and can play music suitable for Weddings, birthdays, office parties, ladies nights, pubs, Clubs, Corporate Events...you name it - they'll play it!

Male and female vocals, guitars - plus state of the art backing.

Mixed Company - "Dynamic Performance"

Mixed Company is a superb three-piece band with years of experience in performing at weddings and functions in Scotland.

Their line up of keyboard's, guitar and vocal harmonies allow them to indulge in all types of music from artists such as Robbie Williams, Shania Twain, Abba, Elvis Presley, Neil Diamond, Runrig and Jimmy Shand.

Male and female vocals, keyboard, guitar - plus state of the art backing.

Freeway - "Absolutely Amazing"

Freeway is a great three-piece band with the talent and experience to guarantee a superb evening of entertainment.

With an exciting repertoire that covers everything from Sinatra to Sno Patrol, they can cater for any wedding and function.

Two guitars with male vocals, bass guitar - plus state of the art backing.

Two-Piece Bands

DeVille - "A Great Band"

DeVille is a fantastic two-piece band based in Ayrshire. They have an impressive performance record, and, over the past ten years, have provided outstanding entertainment for weddings, functions, and corporate events all over the UK.

Male vocals, guitars, sax - plus state of the art backing.

Code Red - "What a Band!"

Code Red is fantastic two-piece wedding or function band. Al and Pete will entertain you and your guests with a great selection of music from the sixties to the present. They pride themselves in always having the most current chart hits in their repertoire. Their music and lighting system will provide just the right ambience for your occasion.

Male vocals, two guitars - plus state of the art backing.

Mystery Train - "Fantastic Night!"

Mystery Train is one of the top two-piece wedding or function bands in Scotland. Their energy, talent, and sheer enthusiasm will make your function or wedding a night to remember. Highly recommended.