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The Classical Guitar: A Dummies Guide

By Rich Hearn

Considering Classical Guitar for your event? Dennis O'Kelly, one of Alive Network's popular guitarists talks us through the h

A Day In The Life Of The Soprano Singer

Highly recommended classical singer The Soprano Singer was booked by the Robinson family to sing at their son's First Communi

Sarah & Nick Barlow's 1940s Themed Party

Sarah and Nick Barlow held a 1940s themed party at Lansil Sports and Social Club in Lancaster on Saturday 25th June to celebr

Booking A Rock & Pop Function Band, Everything You'll Ever N...

By Rich Hearn

Find out what a Rock and Pop function band will do at your event, how various types of party band differ from each other, wha

Fun Wedding Entertainment Inspiration

By Rich Hearn

Wedding entertainment isn't just about the evening party, it's also about entertaining your guests throughout the day, so the

Opera For Beginners

By Rich Hearn

Like the sound of opera but afraid to go? This beginners guide is here to help you take your first steps into opera the easy

Booking A Jazz Band, Everything You'll Ever Need To Know

By Rich Hearn

Our complete guide to hiring a Jazz band, including what a jazz band will do at your event, how various types of jazz bands d

A Day In The Life Of The T-Tones

Suffolk based a capella quartet The T-Tones performed at a Bar Mitzvah celebration held in 13th century barn The Great Barn,

Booking Solo Artists, Duos and Trios

By Rich Hearn

Solo artists, duos and trios are a fantastic alternative to a full live band if space or budget are limited. This useful guid

Booking A Wedding DJ, Everything You Need To Know

By Rich Hearn

A comprehensive guide detailing everything you'll ever need to know about booking a wedding DJ, including advice about what t

Jeanet Ostergaard's Parents Surprise Golden Wedding Annivers...

Jeanet Ostergaard threw a surprise party for her parents to celebrate their Golden Wedding Anniversary on Friday 27th May at

Booking a Tribute Band

By Rich Hearn

Everything you'll ever need to know about booking a tribute band. Find out what a tribute band will do at your event, how var

Custom Pedal Boards

By Dave Bevan

Our new music industry spotlight blog series kicks off with a feature on bespoke guitar pedalboard maker 'Custom Pedalboards'

Booking A Magician, Everything You Need To Know

By Rich Hearn

Abracadabra, here's everything you'll ever need to know about booking a magician, including the differences between close-up

How to Give Your Wedding The X Factor

By Rich Hearn

Lisa from Yorkshire Trio has always loved weddings. A keen musical director who has studied music in Los Angeles, Lisa presen

Top 5 Wedding Entertainment Money Saving Tips

By Rich Hearn

At Alive Network we're keen to provide not just the best entertainment for your wedding, but also the best value wedding ente

The Rips 'Do It For Debs'!

On Saturday 25th February, rock and pop 5 piece The Rips performed at the Do It For Debs charity fundraiser. The event was he

What Is A Steel Band And What Do They Do?

Fancy adding a Caribbean flavour to your wedding, party or corporate event? Find out everything you need to know about Steel

Booking A Comedian Or Comedy Act, Everything You'll Ever Nee...

Check out this ultimate guide to booking a comedian or comedy act for your wedding, private party or corporate event!

Top 10 Wedding First Dances for a Ceilidh or Folk Band to Pl...

By Rich Hearn

The first dance is a personal moment for the bride and groom and often a special song is chosen which holds meaning for the h

Flux, Revolution 9, and The Quartones perform at the 'Midlan...

By Rich Hearn

The 17th and 18th of September saw the most celebrated Countryman Fairs event in the calendar, the ‘Midland Game Fair&r

What Is A Ceilidh Band And What Do They Do?

Find out everything you need to know about Ceilidh bands in this blog post from the team at Alive Network!

A Classical Guitarists Guide to the Top 20 Guitar Songs for ...

By Rich Hearn

Are you looking to hire a classical guitarist for your wedding? Are you in need of some inspiration choosing the perfect piec

Informer Rock Residency At Battersea Power Station!

Back in December, popular corporate function band Informer were delighted to hold a residency at one of London's most iconic

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