Quickstep

Quickstep is, as the name suggests, a Strict Tempo band which specialises in the more classic formal dances. These are Tango, Waltz, Viennese Waltz, Rhumba (or Rumba), Cha Cha Cha, Foxtrot, Jive and Samba. Quickstep consists of 4+ musicians who are fully versed in all the subtleties of Strict Tempo dancing, so they won’t play your Viennese Waltz too fast. Taking a leaf out of Strictly Come Dancing, Quickstep play a range of contemporary and classic tunes, but unlike the TV show, they ensure that stylistically these are always perfectly appropriate to the dance in question. They will compere your event and introduce each dance, and are comfortable and easy-going in front of the microphone. Typically Quickstep will play 3 sets of 8 dances, one from each of the categories. However, this can be discussed – if you want to focus on Cha Cha Cha, for example, we are quite happy to adjust our playlist for you, with a little notice.

The musicians in Quickstep have played with some of the best known names out there for Strict Tempo, including Ross Mitchell, and have performed at the Waldorf under the banner of Cornucopia and Simply Dancing Partners. You won’t find a more versatile, professional, polite or charming Strict Tempo Band than Quickstep.

Quickstep is still managed by Cornucopia, so you can be assured of the same fantastic customer service and attention to detail. Prices start at £1800.