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Live Background Music for Hotels

Live Music for Hotel Restaurants & Lounges

Relaxed live background music that complements your venue, enhances the guest experience and
never competes with the hospitality you've worked hard to create.

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MUSIC THAT COMPLEMENTS YOUR VENUE, ENHANCES THE ATMOSPHERE AND LEAVES THE SPOTLIGHT WHERE IT BELONGS – ON YOUR GUESTS, FOOD AND SERVICE.

Live Background Music for Hotels

Relaxed live background music for hotel restaurants, lounges and dining spaces, carefully judged to complement your venue while allowing conversation, food and service to remain the focus.
Based in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, Smooth Duo perform across the Midlands and beyond, creating a warm atmosphere for Sunday lunches, evening dining, drinks receptions, wine tasting dinners and special menu evenings.
With Susie's warm contralto vocals and Andy's expressive saxophone, keyboards, harmonica and subtle percussion, we bring a distinctive lounge style to hospitality settings. We read the room and adjust our performance to suit your guests and your space.
Music That Works With Your Hospitality
Our repertoire combines smooth classics, soulful interpretations and carefully chosen 80s favourites, providing relaxed live music that suits a wide range of guests and dining occasions.
Whether you're looking for regular Sunday lunch music or something special for an evening, we work alongside your team rather than becoming the focus of the room.

TRUSTED BY HOTELS
We're proud to perform regularly for venues including Fawsley Hall Hotel, Chatsworth House and The Cavendish Hotel, Baslow.
As the management team at Fawsley Hall Hotel told us:
"Guests tell us they specifically wait for the Sundays when Smooth Duo are playing before making a reservation."
That's exactly what we aim to achieve: live music that becomes a valued part of the dining experience.

BOOK SMOOTH DUO
If you're considering regular live music for Sunday lunch, evening dining or special menu evenings, we'd be delighted to discuss how Smooth Duo could complement your hotel.
Based in Mansfield, we regularly perform throughout Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, the West Midlands and surrounding counties.

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REVIEWS

What Our Customers Say...

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Catherine Graves

I have known Smooth Duo for over 20 years-they performed at my wedding and they never fail to deliver. Their act and professionalism is first class and the music and Susie's singing make for an enchanting smooth jazz experience. I would 100% recommend them for weddings, parties etc. where sophistication and a touch of class come as standard.

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Dawn Cragg MBE

Really, really love the music from Susie & Andy - very talented pair. Smooth by name, smooth by nature!! Would definitely recommend them.

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Lynda Holmes

We've had the absolute pleasure of enjoying smooth Duo on several occasions. Made our experience memorable with a voice like silk and fabulous music ? won't hesitate to go and see them again. If you get chance to go, just do it you won't be disappointed. ♥️

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Les Penlington

First heard them at Warners- magical! Instant fans. Followed them when we could .They got better each time !!

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John Cooper

Smooth Duo played at our wedding, everyone loved them, they were perfect and I can highly recommend them.

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Christine Dickinson

What amazingly talented artists Smooth Duo are. Professional, versatile and smooth, as the name suggests. I would highly recommend them for weddings and events where you would like to create a warm and unobtrusive atmosphere.

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Christian Cowlin

These guys are simply the best . Absolutely amazing talent for any occasion and a multitude of instruments and percussion .

Daniel Kent

Manager Designate, Warner Leisure Hotels

Having worked with Susie and Andy (Smooth Duo) at several Warner Hotel properties including Thoresby Hall (Grade II Listed) and Littlecote House (Grade I Listed), they have always been respectful and appropriate to the venues they have played and I am happy to recommend them.

Jonny Ryley

Entertainment Manager, Warner Leisure Hotels

I have had the pleasure of working with ‘Smooth Duo’ on many occasions in my position of Entertainment Manager at the historic houses Thoresby Hall and Nidd Hall for Warner Leisure hotels.

Wherever they were performing, be that in the Great Hall, Theatre or one of the many lounges they always adjusted to the style of the venue and temperament of the audience.
They are incredibly easy going and great to work with and I know other Entertainment Managers of whom have also had the same pleasure.

I would highly recommend Smooth Duo for any engagement or event.

Simon Henry

Susie and Andy of Smooth Duo played for us at our wedding at Derby Museum of Making and for our art exhibition VIP evening at the same venue.

From the booking process, communication prior to the event, to arrival at the venue, the amazing set they played for us and break down, they were highly professional, and easy to deal with. Not only that, they were also lovely people.

Our guests all commented on how good they were, and they were a large part in making our events the success they were. We absolutely would not hesitate to recommend them and their services to you.

Steve Daly

Resident Manager Cavendish Hotel, Baslow, Chatsworth. Duke of Devonshire Group.

It is with enthusiasm I write to give my recommendation of the performers Smooth Duo. I have personally worked with Susie and Andy over the past 4 years during which they have shown ultimate professionalism and willingness to meet our needs as a business. There is some reassurance when this double act is coming to perform as they are always prompt, efficient and courteous of our guests and the operational logistics which our hotel has.

Their working style is very clean and considerate gauging and adapting to the surroundings and ambience. Our guests have remarked on the numerous occasions how impressive the Act is which has prompted us to rebook Smooth Duo consistently. I am happy to recommend the services of Smooth Duo without hesitation.

Gary Dodds

Retired Headteacher

I would like to offer a testimonial reference for Smooth Duo, based on not only having seen them perform several times in various prestigious venues, but also having booked them for both of my two daughter’s wedding celebrations.

Anyone who is fortunate enough to see and hear them perform their varied repertoire, will see just how professional and talented they are. Their experience is something that shows through their performances.

They have excellent equipment and the sound they produce is so good. They were well received by everyone who attended, both young and “more mature.” They give such a consistent, reliable performance and sound. Great value for money too and we would not hesitate to use them again and recommend to others.

Hannah Civil

Mercure Sherwood Hotel, Accor Group.

What an amazing couple!! I had to organise my hotels launch event, and booked these guys. They are professional, genuinely nice people and sound great. We had so much positive feedback about them!!!

We have booked them several times since. Any dinner event or drinks reception would be lucky to have them.

How To Book Us

It’s easy to book us for your event. Just follow the steps below!

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

We want every booking to run smoothly for both you and Smooth Duo. Our Terms and Conditions section explains the practical arrangements that help us deliver a professional performance and avoid any misunderstandings. If you have any questions before booking, we're always happy to help.

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GET IN TOUCH

Call us, drop us an email or fill in our web form. We'd be delighted to discuss how Smooth Duo could complement your venue or event.

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YOUR EVENT

We’ll arrive in plenty of time to set up and we work seamlessly alongside your team so the food, service and overall guest experience remain the stars. Our aim is to work quietly and professionally behind the scenes, so by the time guests arrive everything is in place and ready to create the right atmosphere. At the end of the performance, we pack away efficiently, leaving your venue exactly as we found it.

How To Book Us

It’s easy to book us for your event. Just follow the steps below!

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

We want every booking to run smoothly for both you and Smooth Duo. Our Terms and Conditions section explains the practical arrangements that help us deliver a professional performance and avoid any misunderstandings. If you have any questions before booking, we're always happy to help.

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GET IN TOUCH

Call us, drop us an email or fill in our web form. We'd be delighted to discuss how Smooth Duo could complement your venue or event.

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YOUR EVENT

We’ll arrive in plenty of time to set up and we work seamlessly alongside your team so the food, service and overall guest experience remain the stars. Our aim is to work quietly and professionally behind the scenes, so by the time guests arrive everything is in place and ready to create the right atmosphere. At the end of the performance, we pack away efficiently, leaving your venue exactly as we found it.

BOOK OUR LIVE BACKGROUND MUSIC FOR YOUR HOTEL

Whether you're looking to introduce regular live music to Sunday lunch, enhance evening dining, create the perfect atmosphere for a wine tasting dinner or special menu evening, or welcome guests with relaxed live music during drinks receptions, we'd be delighted to discuss how Smooth Duo could complement your venue.

FAQ

Have A Question?

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Booking Smooth Duo is easy. Simply get in touch by phone or email to tell us a little about your event, venue and preferred timings.
We'll discuss your plans, answer any questions you may have and provide a clear quotation with no obligation.
Before confirming your booking, please take a moment to read our Terms & Conditions, which explain everything from performance requirements to payment arrangements, so you know exactly what to expect. You can find them here
our T&Cs page

Our fee depends on the type of event, location and performance times, so we provide a personalised quotation for every enquiry.
We're always happy to discuss your plans and will provide a clear, no-obligation quote with no hidden extras. For regular bookings, such as hotel Sunday lunches or restaurant dining, we're also happy to discuss rates for recurring events.
Simply get in touch with a few details about your event, and we'll be pleased to provide a quotation..

Between us, we have decades of professional performing experience across live music, theatre and television, as well as many years providing relaxed live background music for hotels, restaurants, weddings, corporate events and private celebrations.
Over the years we've performed alongside artists including Lulu, Russell Watson, Ken Dodd and members of the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra and National Symphony Orchestra, as well as entertaining guests at prestigious hospitality events and private functions.
What matters most to our clients, however, is not who we've worked with, but how we work. We arrive professionally prepared, read the room, perform at exactly the right level and work seamlessly alongside your venue or event team to create the warm, welcoming atmosphere your guests will remember..

Every event is different, so we're happy to discuss timings that best suit your plans.
As a guide, we most often perform either two 45-minute sets or three 30-minute sets. These timings work particularly well for guest arrival drinks, drinks receptions, Sunday lunch, evening dining and other occasions where relaxed live background music helps create the right atmosphere without ever becoming the focus.
If you have something different in mind, we'd be delighted to discuss the best option for your event.

Yes. Smooth Duo is completely self-contained, and we always set up and pack away our own equipment.
We normally arrive around two hours before guests are due to arrive, allowing plenty of time to unload, set up, carry out a soundcheck and be completely ready before your event begins.
Our aim is to work quietly and professionally behind the scenes, so by the time your guests arrive everything is in place and ready to create the right atmosphere. At the end of the performance, we pack away efficiently, leaving your venue exactly as we found it.

Still Have A Question?

No problem! Just give us a call. We’re happy to chat through what you need for your booking and answer any questions you have.

LIVE BACKGROUND MUSIC

Live Background Music for Corporate Events

Smooth Duo provides relaxed live music for guest arrival drinks receptions, networking occasions and corporate events, creating a welcoming atmosphere where guests can settle in, arrive and connect before the main event begins.
With warm vocals, saxophone, keyboards, harmonica and subtle percussion, we provide professional live music that complements your event and creates the right atmosphere from the moment your guests arrive.

LIVE BACKGROUND MUSIC

Restaurants & Lounges

Relaxed live background music for restaurants and lounges that complements your venue, enhances the atmosphere and allows food, service and conversation to remain the focus.
Perfect for Sunday lunch, evening dining, wine tasting evenings and special dining events, creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere your guests will enjoy.

LIVE BACKGROUND MUSIC FOR WEDDINGS

Wedding Drinks, Receptions & Celebrations

Smooth Duo provides relaxed live background music for guest arrival drinks and canapés, those special moments while photographs are being taken, and the time before the evening celebrations begin. We create a warm, welcoming atmosphere that allows guests to relax, chat and enjoy the occasion while adding soulful vocals, saxophone, keyboards, harmonica and subtle percussion to your day.