Music to make you smile…
Perfect for those looking for something different and fun, Matthew performs all of your favourite songs from throughout the last century of music on a variety of stringed instruments.
Relax to the soothing and tropical sounds of a ukulele. Sing and dance the night away with some rocking guitar. Or enjoy Matthew’s banjo playing, perfect for either a vintage jazz or folky vibe. With a setlist of over 4 hours of music, there’s something for everybody!
With a range of configurations and themes available for your ceremony, reception or evening party, Matthew provides a fully tailored experience to make your day truly unforgettable!
Predominantly based in Hampshire, Matthew is well situated for performances across the south of England, or further afield.
With fully PAT tested and insured equipment, he prides himself on being flexible and adaptive to suit the needs of any client.
NAVIGATION
EVENTS
WEDDINGS
Looking for something unique to add a cheerful touch to your ceremony?
Elevate your special day with the joyful melodies of a ukulele, adding a unique and delightful touch to your ceremony.
GATHERINGS
Whether it’s a small intimate gathering at your home, or a larger celebration, the ukulele’s enchanting tones will create a memorable atmosphere for you and your guests.
BARS & LOUNGES
Allow Matthew to provide an extra layer of charm to the ambiance of your venue.
With a discrete and compact set-up, he can squeeze into any corner.
VIDEOS
SONGS
Can’t see your favourite song listed here? Not all songs are listed here, but you can request anything you like when you get in touch!
- House of Gold 21 Pilots
- Somewhere Over the Rainbow Israel Kamakawiwoสปole
- I Can’t Help Falling in Love With You Elvis Presley
- What a Wonderful World Louis Armstrong
- Come On Eileen Dexy’s Midnight Runners
- It Must Be Love Madness
- Let It Be The Beatles
- Wake Me Up Avicci
- Space Oddity David Bowie
- Johnny B. Goode Chuck Berry
- Never Gonna Give You Up Rick Astley
- September Earth, Wind & Fire
- Hound Dog Elvis Presley
- Take On Me Ah-ha!
- Blame it on the Boogie Jackson Five
- As Lights Fall Alan Parsons
- You Should Be Dancing Bee Gees
- Mack the Knife Ella Fitzgerald
- Agadoo Black Lace
- Hotel California The Eagles
- Crazy Little Thing Called Love Queen
- L.I.F.E.G.O.E.S.O.N Noah and the Whale
- Proud Mary Tina Turner
- You’re the One That I Want Grease
- Gold Spandau Ballet
- Price Tag Jessie Jay
- Livin’ La Vida Loca Ricky Martin
- Brown Eyed Girl Van Morrison
- King of the Swingers Jungle Book/Disney
- Fly Me to the Moon Frank Sinatra
- Don’t You Want Me Baby Human League
- The Room Where It Happened Hamilton
- Hanalei Moon Dennis Pavao
- Don’t Look Back in Anger Oasis
- I’m Yours Jason Mraz
- Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons
- La Bamba Ritchie Vallens
- Everyday Buddy Holly
- Imagine John Lennon
- Pure Imagination Charlie & the Chocolate Factory
- Pencil Full of Lead Paolo Nutini
- Copacabana Barry Manilow
- House of Fun Madness
- Reet Petite Jackie Wilson
- Perfect Ed Sheeran
- Murder on the Dance Floor Sophie Ellis-Baxter
- Mr Brightside The Killers
- When You’re Smiling traditional
- Valerie Amy Winehouse
- Twist and Shout The Beatles
- Waterloo ABBA
- Isn’t She Lovely Stevie Wonder
- Hey Jude The Beatles
- Piano Man Billy Joel
- Don’t Stop Me Now Queen
- Mr Blue Sky ELO
- Red Red Wine UB40
- I’m Still Standing Elton John
- Something Got Me Started Simply Red
- Baggy Trousers Madness
- Sweet Caroline Neil Diamond
- Guava Jelly Ka’au Crater Boys
- In the Summertime Mungo Jerry
- Dance the Night Away The Mavericks
- Riptide Vance Joy
- Dancing in the Moonlight Toploader
- Under the Sea Little Mermaid/Disney
- Dreadlock Holiday 10cc
- Walk Like an Egyptian The Bangles
- I’m a Believer The Monkees
- Little Bit of Love Jack Johnson
- Yellow Submarine The Beatles
- Stand By Me Ben E King
- Wuthering Heights Kate Bush
- Staying Alive Bee Gees
- Gold Spandau Ballet
- Can’t Buy Me Love The Beatles
- Daydream Believer The Monkees
- Mamma Mia ABBA
- C’est La Vie
QUOTES
THEMES &
BANDS
If you are looking to further enhance your event with a theme, each with their own unique set of extras and add-ons.
The extent to which these themes are incorporated is at your discretion. You may decide to have the theme for the entire performance or you can mix things up with one themed set and one regular set. The possibilities are endless…
Why not consider booking any of our themes as a band? Line-ups with up to FOUR musicians are available, fully customisable to suit your budget, venue and atmosphere.
HAWAIIAN
Bring the summer to you with tropical renditions of your favourite songs.
Includes:
- Hawaiian dress
- Flower necklaces (lei) for your guests
- A sprinkling of Hawaiian songs played on an authentic Hawaii-made instrument
- Inflatable palm tree
- Optional band available
- See more here
Upgrade to a full band!
Book our Hawaiian band to add extra value to your event, available as a duo or trio.
The Hulas
VINTAGE
Transport yourself back to the roaring 20s, 30s and 40s, and enjoy some ‘jazzified’ versions of modern tunes for good measure too!
Includes:
- Vintage dress
- A smattering of toe-tapping jazz classics
- Performed on an 1930s instrument
- Optional band available
- See more here
Upgrade to a full band!
Book our Hawaiian band to add extra value to your event, available as a duo or trio.
The Ragtime Rascals
Additional musicians are subject to availability. At times, back-up players or equal quality will be called upon. Specific instrument choice not guaranteed.
“The future of the ukulele”
Giovanni Albini, Professor of Ukulele, Conservatorio Antonio Vivaldi, Italy, 2022
“One day soon, you’ll be up there with the greats of the ukulele”
Peter Moss, international professional ukulele player, 2021
“You’re going to be the top guy”
Aaron Crowell, Hawaii Music School, 2020
โone of the most hard working, adaptive, versitile and complete ukulele players on the scene“
Samantha Muir, ukulele PhD doctorate, 2023
A fresh new talent on the ukulele, already making a huge impression.
Sometime in mid-2011, a young boy picked up his first ukulele, quickly becoming fascinated with the instrument. 12 years later and Matthew Quilliam became the first person to use the ukulele for an entire music degree, graduating in 2023 with first class honours.
Thanks to his life-long connection and expertise with the instrument, he has developed a wide skill set and a popular range of shows, whilst showing no signs of slowing down.
Versatility is in abundance when it comes to Matthewโs capabilities. With his boundless energy and his trademark smile, Matthew is sure to leave any audience wanting more.
Based in southern UK, his travels have brought him to appear at Grand Northern, Bracklesham, Isle of Wight, Yeovil and Shrewkfest Ukulele Festivals, Chichester Jazz Club, Concorde Club Eastleigh, Princess Hall Aldershot, Oktoberfest Swindon, Didcot Railway Centre, Weyfest, Abbey Road Studios & internationally in Italy, France, Germany and Poland.
On top of that, he has composed for a handful of albums and films, educational and examined ukulele material for ABRSM, the London College of Music and the London Ukulele Project, as well as written live pit band music for Chichester Festival Theatre.
Matthew Quilliam 