Create a & wedding day!
Magical
Memorable
Live wedding entertainment across the North East — from the aisle to the afterparty
Ceremony → Drinks → Meal → Evening
Consistent quality ✓ Smoother logistics ✓ Cleaner setup ✓ Easier planning ✓
With over 15 years of professional performance experience, Tom delivers polished, versatile live entertainment for weddings across the North East. From appearances on BBC One and international performances at sea, to supporting artists including Olly Murs and performing alongside Cat Stevens, Tom brings premium-level experience to every wedding celebration.
Tom performs regularly at many of the North East’s most sought-after wedding venues, including Wynyard Hall, Le Petit Château (and all Apartment Group Venues) Doxford Barns, Charlton Hall, Shotton Grange, and is a recommended supplier at Gisborough Hall.
Video Location: Shotton Grange, Newcastle
SOLO
Daytime
Ceremony Music (up to 1 hour)
£295
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Guest arrivals
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Aisle entrance song
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Signing music
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Exit song
Drinks Reception (up to 2 hours)
£395
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Live acoustic / swing & jazz-style vocal set
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Flexible around photography
Wedding Breakfast (up to 2 hours)
£395
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Subtle live performance during meal
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Key upbeat, crowd engagement moments
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Flexible around speeches / service
SOLO
Evening
Evening Live Entertainment (up to 3 hours)
£645
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First dance (if required)
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Father-daughter dance (or equivalent, if required)
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2 x live vocal sets
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Background music between sets
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Professional hosted flow throughout
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Flexible around cake cut and evening food service
UPGRADE! Live DJ Experience +£295
(until midnight or venue curfew, whichever is soonest)
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Professionally hosted DJ service
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Professionally curated and mixed DJ service
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Not just a "Spotify playlist"
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Requests and live crowd reading
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Seamless party continuation before, between and after live performance
Video Location: Village Green, Thornaby
Video Location: Spotted Dog, Darlington
SAXOPHONE
Daytime
Solo Sax Ceremony (up to 1 hour)
£295
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Guest arrivals
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Aisle entrance song
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Signing music
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Exit song
DJ + Sax Drinks Reception (up to 2 hours)
£495
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Live sax performance
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DJ throughout
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Live vocals included
DJ + Sax Wedding Breakfast (up to 3 hours)
£545
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Live sax performance
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DJ throughout
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Live vocals included
SAXOPHONE
Evening
(DJ until midnight or venue curfew, whichever is sooner)
DJ + Sax Evening Party
£845
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Approx. 1 hour live sax feature set
DJ + Sax + Bongos Evening Party
£995
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Approx. 1 hour live sax & bongos performance
DJ + Sax + Vocals Evening Party
£995
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Approx. 1 hour sax set
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Approx. 1 hour live vocal set
DJ + Sax + Bongos + Vocals Evening Party
£1195
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Full live performance rotation (sax, bongos & vocals)
Video Location: Golden Lion Hotel, Hartlepool
Video Locations:
The Moorlands, Halifax
The Station, Stokesley
DUO
Male & Female Vocals
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Ceremony Music (up to 1 hour)
£445
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Drinks Reception (up to 2 hours)
£495
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Wedding Breakfast (up to 2 hours)
£495
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Evening Live Entertainment (up to 3 hours)
£845
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UPGRADE! Live DJ Experience
+£295 (until midnight or venue curfew, whichever is soonest)
DUO
Live Acoustic
(Guitar Vocals + Bass or Percussion)
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Ceremony Music (up to 1 hour)
£445
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Drinks Reception (up to 2 hours)
£595
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Wedding Breakfast (up to 2 hours)
£595
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Evening Live Entertainment (up to 3 hours)
£845
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UPGRADE! Live DJ Experience
+£295 (until midnight or venue curfew, whichever is soonest)
(TRIO option also available upon request)
Laid-back live music with a richer, fuller acoustic sound.
Video Location: Doxford Barns, Northumberland
FULL LIVE BAND
Function or Festival Style
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4 - Piece Band (up to 3 hours)
£1295
Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals
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5 - Piece Band (up to 3 hours)
£1495
Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals, Piano
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6 - Piece Band (up to 3 hours)
£1795
Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals, Piano, Saxophone
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UPGRADE! Live DJ Experience
+£295 (until midnight or venue curfew, whichever is soonest)
DISCOUNTS
Couples booking multiple parts of the day receive a 10% multi-booking discount!
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
Singing Waiter: £495
Wireless Microphone Hire: 1 mic = £40 2 mics = £70
Overtime: £95
Post-midnight return: £45
Post 2am return: £150
Travel: Variable
Weddings are supposed to make memories and live music will put a soundtrack to those moments.
Book the ultimate wedding music experience by booking Tom Powell Music.
GENRES
& Styles
Tom provides flexible and adjustable setlists designed to suit the changing moods of a day-long event.
Tom can tailor the music and the package to your taste, budget, requests and requirements for specific parts of the day – right through to a professional DJ service to finish the evening.
ACOUSTIC POP | SWING & JAZZ | CHART HITS | INDIE & ROCK | ROCK'N'ROLL | MUSICAL THEATRE & OPERA | VINTAGE
Surprise!
SINGING WAITER
Are you looking for a unique and unforgettable way to surprise your guests at your wedding reception? Tom's Singing Waiter package is the perfect solution!
Tom will blend in with the waitstaff, create a bit of a kerfuffle, then suddenly burst into song, leaving your guests amazed and entertained.
It doesn't have to stop there! Unlike other Singing Waiter acts, after stunning your guests Tom can stay and perform your evening entertainment, or DJ for you.
AWARD-WINNING INTERNATIONAL VOCALIST
Popular summer Saturdays and bank holidays are often secured 12 – 24 months in advance.
Tom Powell Music provides premium live wedding entertainment across the North East, including Durham, Newcastle, North Yorkshire, Teesside, Northumberland and surrounding areas. From relaxed acoustic ceremony performances and drinks reception music to high-energy evening party sets, DJ & sax experiences, and full live band packages, every wedding entertainment package is tailored to suit your celebration — whether you’re planning an intimate countryside wedding or a large-scale luxury event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you perform across the whole North East?
Yes. Coverage includes Durham, Newcastle, Teesside, Northumberland, North Yorkshire borders, and surrounding areas. Travel outside this region is also available depending on the booking.
Can you perform for different parts of the wedding day?
Yes. Performances are available for ceremonies, drinks receptions, wedding breakfasts, evening sets, DJ & sax packages, or full-day coverage. Packages can be booked individually or combined.
Do you provide your own equipment?
Yes. All professional sound equipment is included as standard, suitable for both indoor and outdoor performances, with PAT-tested gear and public liability insurance.
Can you learn our first dance song?
Yes, first dance requests are accommodated where possible. If a full live arrangement isn’t suitable, an acoustic or tailored version can usually be created.
Do you need much space to perform?
No large stage is required. A small performance area is sufficient for most acoustic sets and evening setups. Requirements vary depending on package type, and details are provided in advance.
How far in advance should we book?
Popular dates (especially summer weekends) are often booked 12–24 months in advance. Midweek and off-peak dates are usually more flexible.
Have you performed at local venues before?
Yes. Regular venues include Wynyard Hall, Shotton Grange, Le Petit Château, Doxford Barns, Charlton Hall, Horton Grange, Gisborough Hall, and many others across the region.
Can we combine live music with DJ & sax?
Yes. Hybrid packages are available combining live vocals with DJ sets and live saxophone for a continuous evening entertainment experience.
Do you offer bespoke packages?
Yes. Packages are fully customisable depending on your schedule, venue layout, and entertainment requirements across the day.
Are you insured and professional setup compliant?
Yes. Full public liability insurance and PAT-tested equipment are provided as standard for all bookings.