World Music Ensembles for hire

Hire a world music band for a wedding, party or event. Choose from 106 of the best performers based right across the UK. Book fantastic musicians playing music from every corner of the globe!
Latin / Chorinho / Choro Folk Group

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Betchworth, Surrey

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Bringing live music to your event

7 reviews

South East London

Book from £1283* - get a quote

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Latest and old time Latin hits in Salsa, Pop, Merengue, Bachata, Chacha

4 reviews

Surbiton, Surrey

Book from £650* - get a quote

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Unique violin, accordion and vocal duo

9 reviews

South East London

Book from £810* - get a quote

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Exciting collaboration exploring traditional music of Ashkenazi Jewish culture

4 reviews

South East London

Book from £500* - get a quote

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An exuberant sound, rooted in Yiddish musical tradition.

14 reviews

South East London

Book from £1250* - get a quote

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Exhilarating professional percussion and vocal troupe

2 reviews

South East London

Book from £726* - get a quote

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Military, Scottish Pipe 'n' Drum, Samba, New Orleans Trad Jazz Marching Bands

13 reviews

South East London

Book from £495* - get a quote

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Caribbean Steel Pan Hire UK - Solo, Duos and Trios available for hire near you!

25 reviews

South East London

Book from £350* - get a quote

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Latin Band for Parties, Weddings, Corporate Events

23 reviews

South East London

Book from £250* - get a quote

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Upbeat soul rhythms & Latin party tempos!

1 review

South West London

Book from £765* - get a quote

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Talented musicians performing Classical, Bollywood, Pop, Bhangra and more

26 reviews

South West London

Book from £1379* - get a quote

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Acoustic Latin Duo from Colombia South America

5 reviews

South East London

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Joyful marimba music from Zimbabwe, South Africa and Botswana

2 reviews

South East London

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UK based 10-piece Salsa group

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South East London

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How much does it cost to hire World Music Ensembles?

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The average price for World Music Ensembles is £777. Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the act you like for an accurate quote.

Frequently asked questions


Most world music ensembles are self-contained and provide their own sound equipment which is suitable for typical situations. If your event is to be held in a large venue, or you have more than 300 guests, we recommend that additional sound equipment should be used. Always ask your act about their sound system requirements. Some world music ensembles have lighting systems, but most usually will charge extra for this or recommend a third party supplier for you to use.

You should always check whether or not your act is prepared to play outdoors. It’s sometimes not possible for acts that use a lot of electronic equipment to perform anywhere where it might rain.If the act is happy to perform outdoors you should plan to have electrical outlets close to the performance area and provide a flat surface as well as a cover in case of rain.

Each event is different but the typical performance time for world music ensembles is 2 x 45 minutes sets within a 2 hours period. Some acts are happy to play longer sets or additional sets. Often, breaks can be negotiated but you should be aware that the price may increase if the musicians need to be onsite for a longer period of time.

Booking world music ensembles as early as possible increases the chance of securing their availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many acts also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged performances for clients with just a few hours' notice.

The cost of hiring musicians can vary significantly depending on the type of act. The average price is currently £777. Budget-level acts may be available for as low as £75, while top-tier acts can command prices as high as £3540.

Frequently asked questions about World Music Ensembles, how to register and how results are ordered are in the help & FAQs.

About these World Music Ensembles

The term world music can cover just about anything, from Flamenco guitarists to Caribbean steel drum bands. Whether you are looking for an exotic flavour of another culture for a themed event, or just fancy putting on something a little different in your public venue, with the Last Minute Musicians entertainment directory, booking world music ensembles near you has never been easier!

"It was a little daunting booking a band based on a few small clips on a website, but we knew straight away they were the right band for us. The Rampart Street Ramblers were amazing value for money, and really made our wedding special. They learnt our first dance for us, and we couldn't have been happier with how it turned out. Everyone commented on how wonderful and unique the band was, and the whole booking process was quick and easy. I would re-book on this site, and re-book this band without a doubt!"

Harriets's review of The Rampart Street Ramblers

Hire World Music Ensembles

Ideal for:

World music ensembles will be brilliant for any event with a strong theme - perhaps you're looking to host a dinner with food from a particular part of the world, organising formal cultural exchange events or simply looking for something a bit different for your birthday party or wedding!

When booking World Music Ensembles:

World music ensembles can come in all sorts of different forms. If you are looking for music from a particular part of the world, you might want to begin by doing some research on what styles of music are popular there. Once you've established that, you can begin to look through the acts on the directory.

Pay careful attention to your prospective act's promotional material and make sure that whatever band you are interested in will be suitable by liaising with both them and your venue.

Prices for World Music Ensembles:

Prices for world music ensembles will depend on how many musicians are in the line up. Duo bands will start at around £350, but larger ensembles of 5 or more will begin at a minimum of £750. Some acts may charge more, depending on their speciality. If you're looking to cut down on travel charges, use the "advanced search" feature to find world music ensembles near you.

About World Music Ensembles repertoire:

Obviously, world music is a very broad term and can apply to all sorts of bands, duos and solo acts. Some of the most popular acts include latin bands, reggae acts and steel drum groups.

Latin acts can be anything from solo jazz performers, to full afro-cuban drum ensembles. They might play anything - Latin jazz, Brazilian samba music, Spanish rumba and Cuban son are some of the popular genres. Popular tunes will include "Guantanamera" and "La Bamba" as well as popular songs from other rock/pop artists like Shakira or Santana.

Steel drum groups will perform many Caribbean classics, as well as reggae tunes. They will often cover popular chart hits, in their own unique style, to add a touch of the familiar to your Caribbean street party atmosphere.

The reggae or tribute bands on the Last Minute Musicians directory will be able to recite your favourite ska, rocksteady and reggae classics by the likes of Bob Marley, Toots and the Maytals and Jimmy Cliff.

There are many other types of acts on the directory, from Greek musicians to gypsy folk performers and traditional Irish groups. Let your imagination run wild!

The World Music Ensembles featured on this page are all members of the LastMinuteMusicians.com entertainment directory. Use the refine section at the top of this page to find World Music Ensembles 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 World Music Ensembles. With over 3300 active listings you are sure to find the perfect entertainer, musician, band or entertainment service to make your event just perfect. Don`t forget you can use our online chat (below) to get instant help with your booking.

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