Band of Fools is a Balkan Gypsy ensemble of eight talented musicians based near the Essex/Suffolk border. Their music blends gypsy, Klezmer, and Balkan folk with shades of swing and jazz, taking audiences on a journey from melodious vocal and musical arrangements to fast frenetic cacophonies — a guaranteed crowd pleaser.
With infectiously energetic stage performances and a flair for getting crowds on their feet, they have delighted audiences at festivals across the UK and Europe, including Folk East, The Fling Festival, Harlequin Festival, Confolens International Festival (France), Dingle (Ireland), Maui Waui, and Strumpshaw.
Based in North Essex/Suffolk, they cover Colchester, Ipswich, Chelmsford, London, Cambridge and beyond.
Available for festivals, private events and corporate functions across the UK and Europe
Seasoned festival performers with credits including Confolens International Festival (France), Dingle (Ireland), Maui Waui, Strumpshaw, Folk East, and many more across the UK and Europe.
Perfect for weddings, birthdays, bar mitzvahs and garden celebrations. The Foolz bring their unique high-energy Gypsy sound to make your occasion truly unforgettable.
Add something extraordinary to graduation ceremonies, year-end parties and corporate functions. An act that will get everyone on their feet and talking long after the night is over.
Eight musicians. One unforgettable sound.
Accordion & Vocals
Vocals & Guitar
Fiddle
Double Bass
Saxophone
Trombone
"We had the pleasure of having the Band of Fools play at our Christmas edition of the Secret Vintage Fair — they got the customers dancing and kicked off the day with feet tapping! We hope to have them back again."Lesley's Girls — Secret Vintage Fair
"The Foolz… Without doubt my favourite, and the most fun band in Colchester! They are not just a great Balkan, gypsy, eastern and flamenco-lite music — but also a treat to watch!"Dorian Kelly — Illuminati / Big Sunday Organiser
"Dear Foolz… Thank you so much for coming to play at our small but beautiful festival in Hollesley last night. You were amazing! THANK YOU for entertaining us and getting us all dancing! Can't wait to see you again. You're awesome."Ali Burke — Hollesley Ukulele Festival
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