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The King of Sax

Published Aug 14th, 2021

Today (14th of August 2021) marks 50 years to the day of the passing of – in my opinion – the King of Sax. Not Charlie Parker, not John Colrane, not Cannonball Adderley, in fact not a jazz player per se. I am talking about the one and only King Curtis.
12 Alternative Favour Ideas

Updated Aug 14th, 2021

Favours can often be an expensive element of a wedding that frequently is overlooked by guests. Here’s some alternative wedding ideas to what you might expect…
8 Tips for an Eco-Friendly Wedding

Updated Aug 14th, 2021

Thanks to David Attenborough, Greta Thurnberg and many others, we are all so much more conscious of our effect on the planet.
Tips from a Harpist

Updated Apr 7th, 2021

Professional harpist Cecily who has even played for the Queen, guides you through the world of hiring a harpist for your special occasion.
Wedding Ceremony Music Guide

Updated May 5th, 2021

Here is a guide to choosing the right musicians and top tips on where and when the music should take place.
Tips from a Ceilidh Band

Updated Mar 26th, 2021

Ceilidh, Barn Dance or a Good old-fashioned knees-up. Call it what you like, but here are our tips on hiring a Ceilidh Band to make your event a success.
When To Have Music at Your Wedding

Updated Apr 9th, 2021

Many of our wedding bands have broadened their horizons to offer a full music package to cater for every part of your special day.
Vintage Wedding Music Ideas

Updated Mar 19th, 2021

Your Guide to Vintage Wedding Music is right here. We have put together our music suggestions for your retro wedding.
Tips from an Acoustic Duo

Updated Mar 19th, 2021

Duo Monroe Acoustic give their professional insight and guide on booking an acoustic duo for your wedding or event.
Noise Limiters and Restrictions

Updated Mar 5th, 2021

Booking a venue with a noise limiter or noise restrictions? Read our simple guide to learn what ‘too loud’ really means.
Video of George Lee aged 97 goes viral

Updated Mar 8th, 2021

A video posted on the DG Music Facebook page of 97 year old war veteran George Lee singing ‘You are My Sunshine’ has gone viral.
An Interview with Bennie Maupin

Updated Mar 8th, 2021

Director David Graham chats with US jazz saxophone and bass clarint legend Bennie Maupin ahead of a UK concert in on Nov 21st 2014

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The King of Sax

12 Alternative Favour Ideas

8 Tips for an Eco-Friendly Wedding

Tips from a Harpist

Wedding Ceremony Music Guide

Tips from a Ceilidh Band

When To Have Music at Your Wedding

Vintage Wedding Music Ideas

Tips from an Acoustic Duo

Noise Limiters and Restrictions

Video of George Lee aged 97 goes viral

An Interview with Bennie Maupin

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