The Medieval Minstrels
These medieval minstrels are a trio of two musicians and a dancer with a passion for 12th to 17th century European music and dance and are the core members of a large medieval music and dance-theatre company.
They can be booked as soloists or as a duo or larger group. Between them they play an exotic array of authentic early instruments to a very high standard these include: Hurdy Gurdy, Bagpipes, Gothic Harp, Recorders, Pipe and Tabor, Pipe and Salterio, Cittern, Citole, Percussion.
For added impact and to make your event unique and dramatic, their dancer can be booked to appear disguised as various masked, mythical, dancing creatures which include a beautiful unicorn, a woodwose, and a dragon on stilts. He can also appear as a dashing Spanish Tudor courtier and can perform absolutely mesmerising solo dances. He can lead your party in a wild 'historical ceilidh' should you so desire. The trio can also perform and process as medieval masked devils whilst playing bagpipes, hurdy gurdy and percussion, which makes a very arresting spectacle.
The members each have over fifteen years of experience performing, touring, and teaching both in the UK, Europe and Scandinavia and are considered to be amongst the best in their fields. They have made several appearances on film soundtracks, starred in C5 programme 'Time Warp Wedding' and have been played on Radio 3 many times.
The Hurdy Gurdy player from this group is available as a
Solo Hurdy Gurdy player
The Medieval Minstrels
The Medieval Minstrels were far better than we expected. The medieval music gave an authenticity to our festival that we did not expect and the puppet show was greatly appreciated by our visitors. We would certainly want to employ them again
Peter Elsworth | August 2024
Berkhamsted Kitcheners Field, Concert/Festival
Thanks to the amazing Medieval Musicians our event was a huge success. We booked the group for our charity event with elderly residents and the musicians ensured the performance was accessible for everyone watching by moving around the events space during the show. The musicians were truly talented and added the magic to our event that we were searching for. Beautiful medieval instruments- the audience was truly fascinated and this was the perfect show for our medieval banquet. Fabulous costumes too!
The Wellbeing Team | August 2024
Katherine House, Bristol
They were an absolute dream to work with! From the thorough conversations I had with Steve prior to the big day, I felt comfortable that I had booked total professionals. On the day, they were punctual, dressed impeccably and most importantly played the most gorgeous music during our ceremony and canapés reception as discussed. As the bride, in hindsight, I think the only thing I could have been worried about is being upstaged by the band! Our guests loved them so much, and probably the most prominent feedback we had from all our guests was about how incredible the medieval musicians were. Thank you so much for being a part of our day and making it so true to us - I would not hesitate to book you again for future parties!
Mrs Lock-Achilleos | July 2023
Orchardleigh House, Frome, Wedding
Everything went really well, and beyond my expectations :) Excellent hurdy gurdy and bagpipe performance!
The audience was captivated and engaged, and he made sure to really create a friendly atmosphere and walk us through the history of the hurdy gurdy and explain how the music is played. My husband loved it. It was a great birthday gift :)
Thank you so much for your generosity when sharing your story and experience with us.
Zineb Ait Bahajji | February 2023
Oxford Spires, Party
Fantastic Medieval music from our Minstrel!
Emma-Jayne Ward | January 2022
The George Inn, Themed Event
The act went beyond expectations. The performers read the audience and engaged with them, such as discussing their instruments, how they were made etc. Medieval costumes superb. Very punctual and ready before required time. Booking straight forward. There was excellent communication prior to event.
Richard Cunningham | October 2018
Party
Were you happy with the act? Yes, and more so - the performers entered into the spirit event fully.
Peter Lacey | September 2018
The musicians were perfect professionals, pleasant to work with and mega talented. Perfectly able to entertain and educate and as mentioned before worked the event to perfection. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone planning a period function. Many thanks for all your help. I’ll know who to approach if I need any assistance with entertainment in the future!
| May, 2015
Call in the Caterers
We had a romantic wedding at Brancepeth Castle and felt very honoured that you could be there. You are all such incredibly talented musicians and play with great skill, enthusiasm and charm, You helped provide a truly magical atmosphere for us and our guests
Wedding Client
Brancepeth Castle, Co Durham, Wedding
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