Minerva Ensemble

Size of group: Small (2 - 3 musicians)

Do you charge per hour or per event? Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours? Yes

How do you charge extra time? Per hour

Do you cover more than one wedding a day? No

Are you able to travel? Yes

Is there a charge for traveling? Yes

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals? With a team

Repertoire: We play a variety of styles from opera arias to broadway shows, classical favourites to popular songs and if you have one or several particular pieces in mind we would be happy to arrange and play these for you.

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire? We are also always willing to listen to any thoughts you might have about a personal piece of music and we will do our best to produce these in a way that suits your taste.

Experience: The Minerva Ensemble is a trio of graduates from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, all of whom are now professional musicians playing with the orchestras in the North of England. These include the Halle Orchestra, Liverpool Philharmonic, Opera North, Manchester Camerata and the BBC Philharmonic. Whilst studying at the Royal Northern College of Music we formed a successful Wind Quintet performing with several instrumental combinations. As our music progressed we developed as a trio of strings and oboe, allowing the elegance of the strings to be heard as you expect at a wedding, combined with that of the lyrical and warm sound of the oboe. Minerva Ensemble have been performing at weddings, functions and public concerts since 1996. We have had the opportunity to play at recitals, festivals and competitions as well as tour across Europe and teach through the “Live Music Now” organisation. We have also recorded a number of performances and performed concerts all over the UK, Europe and the rest of the world both as a group and with many other orchestras. With a wealth of experience playing both together and as individual musicians, we have developed a unique and beautiful sound.

Do you have your own equipment? Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service? No

Do you do open-air acts? Yes

How much time do you need to prepare for an act? Minimal set up time

What is the length of time of the act? This is dependant on the package you choose

How far in advance should I contact you? As soon as possible. Our diary fills up pretty fast so get in contact as soon as you have made your decision.

Form of payment: Information on request