Brass band hire · London & UK

RIO
BRASS.
MUSIC FOR
EVERY OCCASION.

Hire Rio Brass for weddings, corporate events and private parties in London and across the UK. Relaxed background sets, roaming performances and party favourites, with Brazilian rhythm at the heart of it all.

4–6 musicians · Guide prices from £1,025 + travel
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Rio Brass performing live WATCH THE PROMO WITH SOUND RIO
LONDON
EST. 2018
5.0/5Alive Network rating
13Alive Network reviews
2 × 45standard live sets
4–6 PIECEroaming or stage

MEET RIO BRASS ON OUR AGENCY PROFILES

ALIVE NETWORKLondon Bloco5.0 · Customer Favourite · 13 reviews ENTERTAINMENT NATIONBrass BanditsEstablished profile · nationwide bookings

London Bloco on Alive Network. Brass Bandits on Entertainment Nation. Already arranging your event with an agency? Please continue your booking with them.

Music for every part of your event

SET THE MOOD.
THEN LIFT IT.

From background music as guests chat over drinks to a roaming brass performance or a live party set, we shape the performance around your event. Tell us the atmosphere you want, and we’ll help choose the music, line-up and setup.

Founded by Rio-born, Juilliard-trained trumpeter Gabriel Dias, the band combines world-class musicianship with the spontaneous energy of Brazilian Carnival.

01London basedAvailable across the UK and worldwide

02Pop meets BrazilPop, soul, samba, rock, funk and salsa

03Flexible performanceBackground music, roaming brass or a focused stage show

04Experienced musiciansLed by Rio-born, Juilliard-trained trumpeter Gabriel Dias

01

Weddings

Music for your drinks reception, a joyful entrance or a party set that brings everyone together.

Wedding music & line-ups
02

Corporate

Background music for networking and pre-dinner drinks, plus a live feature for launches, awards and celebrations.

Plan your corporate event

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WATCH THE
ENERGY.

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Pop anthems. Brazilian rhythm. One unmistakable sound.

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Brass band hire prices

CHOOSE YOUR
LINE-UP.

Choose background music, a roaming performance or a focused party set. We’ll agree the setup and sound level with you and your venue.

04

Four-piece

Trumpet · Alto sax · Tuba · Drums

1 × 60 minutes£1,0252 × 45 minutes£1,200
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06

Six-piece

2 Trumpets · Alto sax · Trombone · Tuba · Drums

1 × 60 minutes£1,4252 × 45 minutes£1,550
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Direct booking guide prices. Choose one 60-minute performance or two 45-minute sets.

Travel is quoted from London. Your final quote depends on the date, location, timings and setup. Special requests are agreed in advance.

★★★★★ 5.0

Rated 5.0 from 13 reviews on Alive Network as London Bloco. Profile checked 24 September 2026.

“Background music in our pre-dinner drinks reception for 900 guests”

“Created a lovely atmosphere at our wedding drinks reception.”

“Delighted with the band, really got the party going.”

Familiar songs, new pulse

FAMILIAR SONGS.
BRAZILIAN RHYTHM.

Crazy in LoveMais Que NadaDon't Stop Me NowDespacito I Wanna Dance With SomebodyAnunciaçãoShape of YouBeat It We Are FamilyFrevo MulherTwist and ShoutGet Lucky

Good to know

SIMPLE TO
BOOK.

Can you play background music?

Yes. We regularly play background music for drinks receptions, corporate events and private celebrations. We’ll discuss your room, guest numbers, sound limits and the atmosphere you want, so the performance fits the occasion.

How does a direct booking work?

Send your date, venue and the kind of event you’re planning. Gabriel will check availability and discuss a quote. Your booking is confirmed only once the booking agreement and deposit arrangements have been completed.

Can the band roam around the venue?+

Yes. Rio Brass can perform fully acoustically and move among your guests, indoors or outside where conditions allow.

Do you need a PA or stage?+

Roaming performances can be acoustic. We’ll discuss your space, audience size and venue sound limits before agreeing the setup. Let us know if you want a stage show or have specific sound requirements.

Can we request a song?+

Tell us your song and how you would like to use it. We’ll confirm what’s possible, the notice needed and any additional arrangement cost before you book.

Do you travel outside London?+

Absolutely. Rio Brass performs across the UK and internationally. Share your venue postcode for an accurate quote.

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LET’S PLAN
YOUR EVENT.

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Guide prices start at £1,025 for a four-piece, 60-minute set, plus travel. We’ll confirm the total with your quote.

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