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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Booked an Antonio for my father funeral as it was he only request to have the last post performed. I was so happy with the service provided from first contact and on the actually event. Many thanks

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We used Antonio at St Mary’s to play the Last Post before KO for our Remembrance Day game against Aston Villa. He was so professional, friendly and talented. The feedback from the fans was incredibl... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Antonio attended my dad’s funeral at St Nicolas Church, King’s Norton on Monday 23rd June. It was a fitting tribute and farewell, as my dad served in the Royal Engineers for 9 years back in the 60’s/... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Antonio was extremely helpful with our needs during COVID - he went out his way to ensure my dads service went as best as it could. Taking time to understand what was important and meeting those need... See more

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  1. Entertainment Agency
  2. Corporate Entertainment Service
  3. Event Planner
  4. Wedding Service

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MUSIC CEREMONY SPECIALISTS FUNERALS | CEREMONIAL | WEDDINGS We supply buglers, fanfare trumpeters, pipers, cellists, harpists, brass and woodwind ensembles up to a full wind band for both military and civilian events. From funerals and investitures to Lord Mayor's charity events and weddings, we can cater for your requirements. We are trusted suppliers for the Rugby World Cup, several FA clubs, HSBC, the National Memorial Arboretum and dozens of Councils throughout the UK. We only supply professional musicians, guaranteeing the highest standard for whatever the occasion. Call us for a friendly chat and see how we can assist your service or event.


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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bugler was amazingly brilliant

Buglerforhire was amazing they went above & beyond to make my husbands funeral so perfect & special for him myself & all his family & friends would highly recommend them so professional but also so kind & caring

September 16, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Impressive service.

We hired a bugler at quite short notice for my fathers funeral.
They were fantastic Everyone commented on the perfection.
Arrived well before time, dressed beautifully and performed brilliantly.
Thank you

August 25, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend

Highly recommend, Antonio was able to play at my Uncles funeral at short notice after the bugler we had planned pulled out. He did an amazing job last post was flawless

April 24, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service for a funeral service for a local family. Will be using again. Special thanks to Lesley as well. Many thanks, John Adams

March 31, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service

Fantastic service, easy communication and created a real moment for 1400 pupils at a large school! Would and will use again!

December 1, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We used Antonio at St Mary’s to play…

We used Antonio at St Mary’s to play the Last Post before KO for our Remembrance Day game against Aston Villa. He was so professional, friendly and talented. The feedback from the fans was incredible and we’re looking forward to seeing him again next year.

Steve, Southampton Football Club

November 30, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Buglerforhire

We contacted this company to request a bugler to attend our village school Remembrance assembly. They were easy to contact and very supportive of our requirements. We arranged a player to attend who arrived early and well prepared. Although we did not book a uniformed player, he turned up in a smart suit and was really accommodating of our COVID restrictions. His playing was superb and both parents and staff commented on his professionalism- I don’t think there was a dry eye in the room!
One of our children who would normally use ear defenders for loud noises, took off his ear defenders in order to hear him playing and commented on how special it was.
We cannot thank the company enough and will certainly be using them again in the future!
Primary School, Solihull

November 16, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Remembrance Event - Wolverhampton Wanderers

Antonio played the last post, spectacularly, at our recent Premier League fixture at Molineux Stadium. Live to an in stadium audience of over 31,000, with a global tv audience of millions he was note perfect.

Prior to the event his communication was brilliant, with all details sorted in great haste. An incredibly friendly gentleman who understood and catered for all of the expectations that performing at such a large scale event can create.

Thanks Antonio, we will see you again at Molineux next year!

November 4, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant

Brilliant - Antonio sounded the Last Post and Reveille at Lichfield Cathedral for the VJ76 Service - which gave us goosebumps. He also sounded the Last Post and Reveille at the FEPOW Building at the National Memorial Arboretum the following day on 15 August 2021, which was wonderful. He also mixed with the guests and members on both occasions. On behalf of the Trustees of COFEPOW - Thank you for a job very well done.

August 30, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Antonio was extremely helpful - Highly recommended

Antonio was extremely helpful with our needs during COVID - he went out his way to ensure my dads service went as best as it could. Taking time to understand what was important and meeting those needs. Even gave great advice where necessary. Would most definitely highly recommend him and was a pleasure to meet him. All our family were thankful to him.

May 27, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We hired Antonio for my fathers…

We hired Antonio for my fathers funeral, and I can honestly say he was absolutely amazing nothing was too much trouble. He listened to everything we wanted, even supporting with additional ideas. He was in regular contact before and after the service, and certainly made the day memorable for the right reasons. He was immediately dressed, and arrived early to meet the family , and explain what would happen, he also called us after the day to ensure we were okay, and to say how proud he was to be able to do it for Dad - outstanding service and a genuinely lovely compassionate guy, Would recommended him without hesitation.

May 14, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic

Antonnio, did a fantastic job and played the last post at a regt funeral, he was well presented and in full uniform, every comment on how good he was.

Thanks Antonnio Pete

May 1, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely the best if you can get them

Have used Buglerforhire several times and always fantastic when you can get one. Outstanding musicianship and professionalism. Just the right touch at the right times and so very versatile for different occasions. Now our first point of call for a top class pro musician.

April 30, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trumpet calls in assembly

Antonia came and supported my schools Armistice Celebrations. He played for students in a number of assemblies - it was moving and poignant to hear trumpet calls being played whilst we watched footage of the WW1. Tony is an outstanding musician, he is completely professional in his attitude and approach - I could not recommend him more highly.

April 14, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Federation of Birmingham Ex-Service Associations

We use Antonio as much as we can for ceremonial services and parades or veterans funerals, Antonio is a first class professional musician, always turns out very smart in his ceremonial uniform, adding a touch of class in everything we do,
Federation of Birmingham Ex-Service Associations

April 3, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Funeral of Terry McGeown

My brother was buried on the 31st of March at kings Norton Cemetery. On arrival there were four standard bearers stood by my brothers grave and nearby was Antonio. As we lowered my brother into his grave the standards lowered there standards and Antonio played the Last Post. My family were so moved by this and the professionalism of the pitch perfect last post. I would recommend Antonio to anyone who would consider a military style funeral. Thank you Antonio

April 2, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was our privilege to organise the…

It was our privilege to organise the funeral for our client who had already contacted Bugler For Hire, direct we were extremely impressed with the professionalism and organisation and would definitely recommend to other clients in the future. Regards Georgia Bishop on behalf of Bryan G. Bishop Funeral Service

March 26, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The bugler blew us away .......

Antonio attended and played at a recent funeral arranged by Roy Quinton Funeral Directors, to quote our client 'the bugler blew us away'.
A professional and pleasant service from the booking to the ceremony.

February 4, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service every time

We have called upon their services at a number of corporate clients and have always been impressed by the way they conduct themselves and the professionalism brought for every occasion.

In honesty we were a little concerned the first time as the cost seemed much lower than expected, but after using them more than half a dozen times already, there is no need for concern.

January 22, 2021
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