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SPLANKY – Professional UK Saxophone Quartet
SPLANKY is a professional UK saxophone quartet providing sophisticated live music for weddings throughout Gloucestershire, the Cotswolds and across the UK. Whether you're planning an intimate ceremony, elegant drinks reception, luxury country house wedding or stylish wedding breakfast, our acoustic saxophone quartet creates a beautiful musical atmosphere that your guests will remember long after the day has ended.
For couples looking for a modern alternative to a traditional string quartet, SPLANKY offers something truly distinctive. Combining the elegance of classical live music with the warmth, versatility and expressive sound of four saxophones, we bring a fresh, contemporary approach while retaining the sophistication that makes live music such an important part of your wedding day.
Drawing on years of experience performing together, SPLANKY brings together four accomplished professional musicians, combining precision ensemble playing with expressive musicality to create performances that are both elegant and engaging. Every arrangement is carefully chosen to complement the occasion, ensuring the music enhances the atmosphere without ever overpowering conversation.
Our carefully curated repertoire includes jazz standards, swing classics, classical favourites, film music and contemporary arrangements, allowing us to create the perfect soundtrack for every stage of your celebration. Whether you're welcoming guests before the ceremony, accompanying your drinks reception, creating a relaxed atmosphere during your wedding breakfast or performing for a private celebration, we tailor every performance to suit your plans.
One of the qualities our couples value most is our flexibility. Every wedding is unique, and we take the time to understand your vision, timings and musical preferences. We're always happy to discuss special requests where possible, helping you create a celebration that feels personal and memorable.
Professionalism is at the heart of everything we do. We are fully insured, reliable and experienced, arriving punctually, dressing appropriately for your event and working seamlessly with your venue and other suppliers to ensure everything runs smoothly. From your first enquiry through to the final performance, you can expect friendly communication, careful planning and exceptional attention to detail.
Based in Gloucestershire, we regularly perform throughout the Cotswolds and are available for weddings across the UK. Our elegant acoustic setup is ideal for country house weddings, manor houses, barns, hotels, marquees, gardens and historic venues, requiring very little space and, in many settings, no amplification.
If you're searching for sophisticated live wedding music that's both timeless and refreshingly different, SPLANKY offers the perfect balance of elegance, personality and outstanding musicianship.
Blending Precision, Passion & Pure Saxophone Magic
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How long do you play for?
Our minimum booking is one hour, although most weddings require longer performances. We tailor every booking to suit your schedule and can programme our music to complement each stage of your event
How far do you travel?
Based in Gloucestershire, we regularly perform throughout the Cotswolds and are willing to travel across the UK. If you’re unsure whether we cover your area, just ask
Do you need electricity?
No. Splanky performs acoustically, so we don’t require power for most events. This makes us ideal for venues both indoors and outdoors. If you have something different in mind, we’d be happy to discuss the options
How much space do you need?
We require approximately 4m×2m (12ft×6ft) to accommodate four musicians, eight saxophones and four music stands comfortably
Do you need chairs?
Yes please. Four armless chairs are ideal, preferably flat
Do you have loud speakers?
Our performances are usually completely acoustic, so we don’t normally use microphones or loudspeakers. If amplification is required for your event, please let us know and we’ll be happy to discuss the options
Can we request specific music?
Absolutely. Our repertoire covers jazz, swing, classical, film music, contemporary pop and much more. If there’s a particular style or piece you’d like included, please let us know in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request
Will you move between different locations during the event?
We’re happy to perform in more than one location where timings allow. As we perform seated with music stands and multiple instruments, we’ll simply need sufficient time to relocate and set up between performances
Do you perform outdoors?
Yes, we’re happy to perform outdoors. We simply ask for suitable shelter in wet weather and shade during very hot conditions. Whilst we are waterproof, our instruments, sheet music and equipment are not!
What do you wear?
We dress appropriately for every occasion, whether that’s elegant concert attire, formal evening wear or a dress code that complements your event. A dressing room would be lovely, but is not essential