Event Types
Entertainment for all occasions
Steel Band (The Merrymen)
Introducing the Merrymen Steel Band, a dynamic group of professional pan players who infuse every event with the lively sounds and warmth of the Caribbean. Renowned for their exceptional musicianship and versatility, they are the perfect choice for private parties, weddings, corporate functions, festivals, and more.
Why Choose Merrymen Steel Band?
With flexible configurations ranging from a lively duo to a full sextet, the Merrymen Steel Band tailors their performance to fit your venue and occasion perfectly. Their diverse repertoire spans traditional Caribbean melodies, reggae rhythms, contemporary pop hits, and festive favourites, ensuring every guest is entertained.
Event Services Include
- Team Building Workshops: Engage your team with interactive steel pan music workshops that encourage creativity and collaboration. Participants learn the basics, play musical games, and perform a group piece together.
- Weddings: Add a Caribbean flair to your special day. From leading the procession down the aisle to energising the reception, the band offers a personalised experience with welcomed song requests.
- Corporate Events: Provide the ideal atmosphere with background music or captivating evening performances. The band’s professional presence and dynamic sound impress colleagues and clients alike.
- Private Functions: Perfect for birthdays, fundraisers, sporting events, and more. Whether you want ambient music during meals or a full performance, the band adapts to enhance your gathering.
No matter the British weather, the Merrymen Steel Band guarantees to fill your event with the sunshine and joy of the Caribbean, creating a vibrant and unforgettable atmosphere for all guests.
PERFORMANCE TIME
2 hours of live performance, which can be spread over a 3 hour period to suit your event flow.
Bring a lively Caribbean experience to your next event with the Merrymen Steel Band. Contact us now to check availability and customise your booking for an energetic, joyous celebration that your guests will remember.
Repertoire (Sample of what can be played)
Bad
Billie Jean
Brazil
Brown Girl In the Ring
Can't Take My Eyes Off You
Copacabana
Dancing Queen
Dream A Little Dream Of Me
Fever (You Give Me )
Fly Me To The Moon
Hey Big Spender
Hot Hot Hot
Island In The Sun
Jamaica Farewell
Just The Two Of Us
La Cucaracha
My Guy
Play That Funky Music White Boy
Quando Quando
Rivers of Babylon
Rum and Coca Cola
Smooth Criminal
Something Stupid
Spanish Eyes
Take 5
The Cricket Song
Three Little Birds
When The Saints
Yellow Bird
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
View all of our reviews here.
The Roaming Rhythms, Sea Breeze Steel Band, Colourwave Stilt Walkers
Hi Leslie,
Thanks so much for organising all the acts.
Firstly, you as a company did an amazing job at organising everything and appreciate you being so communicative and supportive with this booking.
Secondly, all the acts were great and have rated them as so below. Everyone was really personable and wanted to make our event as much of a success as we did which was amazing.
Steel Drummers – 5
Colourwave Stilt Walkers – 5
Roaming Rhythms - 5
DC Advisory
Fun Food, Abba Tribute Band, Caricaturist
I recently hired Chosen Events Entertainment to help bring some fun and flair to our drinks reception, and they absolutely delivered. From start to finish, their service was seamless, professional, and refreshingly creative. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Chosen Events Entertainment and will definitely be using them again for future events.
Informa Connect Limited
Football Freestyler
I’d like to thank yourself for the support and the performers for creating a memorable experience in terminals, they were received really well by our passengers!
Thank you once again!
Heathrow Airport Limited
Line Dancers (Supreme)
It was the first time that the Club has used a similar service and the dancers were excellent and also able to flex their approach to meet our needs (as the stage space was limited and headset mics in short supply). We captured some fantastic photos that show just how much our employees enjoyed the event and all the dancers were friendly and helpful. It helped us to get into the party spirit and also set the Western theme/tone really well
Newcastle United Football Club
Badge Caricaturist
They were amazing and the crew had a fantastic time! Please thank them again for me!
WTTV Productions Ltd
Mirror Dancers
Your Mirror Dancers were Excellent, so very charming and accommodating and I wouldn’t hesitate to book them again especially if they were the very same two, they are a credit to you and your company.
Milsom Hotels & Restaurants
Mind Reading Show
Mark was great! He was extremely professional and truly entertained all of our guests. Would definitely recommend him for similar award evening events such as ours.
Also I wanted to thank you Leslie for answering my many queries, providing us with lots of options, and ultimately helping us book Mark.
Carlisle Support Services
Roaming Bubble Performers
Firstly, just wanted to say a massive thanks to you and your fabulous artists for all the help last season, all events were incredibly well received by the fans (as always!).
West Ham United Football Club
Silhouette Artist
Magicians, Caricaturist and Silhouette performers were great! Definitely 5*!
Thank you very much Leslie.
Rabobank International Bank
Football Simulator
The event was a huge success and we have had some great feedback. It was certainly one of the most popular areas of the night!
Chelsea Football Club