The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Dublin/Nationwide
NEXT PUBLIC SHOW:SATURDAY st MAY @ .PMTHE MINT BAR, WESTIN HOTEL, DUBLIN 2The Ratzingers are one of Ireland's most popular wedding bands - shortlisted as "Wedding Band of the Year" , , , AND by weddingsonline! We are a professional band based in Dublin, providing music for weddings & functions throughout the country. The band specialise in upmarket and elite wedding entertainment, and can supply musicians & singers for every aspect of your day, including music for wedding ceremonies, background music for drinks receptions, party band, & DJ.The Ratzingers are a high class, exciting, and energetic band. We are NOT a run of the mill band; we love what we do, and it shows. When you look at the testimonials you'll see that guests comment time and time again on the fact that we actually have fun on stage, while keeping the dance floor full all night long. That energy & sense of fun is contagious, and is why The Ratzingers are one of the best party bands in town. And if you don't believe us - we invite you to come take a look! We pride ourselves on being able to provide you with a personalised service, catering for nearly every budget and package required. We will work with you to make sure that you have the perfect music for your wedding day, we know how important it is to you!The Ratzingers are a completely unique brand, in that the package you book is individually tailored to your exact needs; taking into consideration your budget, musical tastes, and venue size. The band can perform as a 3-piece band for intimate boutique events, or as a full-on party band with brass section. The attention to detail is what will make your wedding entertainment seamless. Please contact Katie directly for a quote at le Set ListFIRST DANCE: YOUR REQUESTI GOT BILLS (LUNCHMONEY LEWIS)DO YOUR THING (BASEMENT JAXX)LET'S DANCE (DAVID BOWIE)SHUT UP AND DANCE (WALK THE MOON)MR. BRIGHTSIDE (THE KILLERS)THE ONE (KODALINE)PHOTOGRAPH (ED SHEERAN)ROCKS (PRIMAL SCREAM)UPTOWN FUNK (MARK RONSON/BRUNO MARS)HAPPY (PHARRELL WILLIAMS)RATHER BE (CLEAN BANDIT)ALL ABOUT THAT BASS (MEGHAN TRAINOR)WALK OF LIFE (DIRE STRAITS)THINKING OUT LOUD (ED SHEERAN)LET'S GET IT ON (MARVIN GAYE)BLURRED LINES (ROBIN THICKE)HIGHER & HIGHER (JACKIE WILSON)EVERYBODY NEEDS SOMEBODY (BLUES BROTHERS)SIGNED SEALED DELIVERED (STEVIE WONDER)CAN'T HURRY LOVE (THE SUPREMES)WALKING ON SUNSHINE (KATRINA & THE WAVES)RESPECT (ARETHA FRANKLIN)PROUD MARY (TINA TURNER)I WANT YOU BACK (THE JACKSON 5)SUPERSTITION (STEVIE WONDER)SHOUT (LULU) (DOLLY PARTON)LOVE IS IN THE AIR (JOHN PAUL YOUNG)WATERLOO (ABBA)I WILL SURVIVE (GLORIA GAYNOR)SEPTEMBER (EARTH, WIND & FIRE)TENNESSEE WALTZ (PATSY CLINE)ANNIE’S SONG (JOHN DENVER)THAT'S AMORE (DEAN MARTIN)FOLSOM PRISON BLUES (JOHNNY CASH)THAT’S ALRIGHT MAMA (ELVIS PRESLEY)WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD (LOUIS ARMSTRONG)WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME TOMORROW (THE SHIRELLES)ISN’T SHE LOVELY (STEVIE WONDER)JUST A GIGOLO (LOUIS PRIMA)BEYOND THE SEA (BOBBY DARIN)SWAY (MICHAEL BUBLE)KING OF THE SWINGERS (JUNGLE BOOK)JAILHOUSE ROCK (ELVIS)ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK (BILL HALEY)JOHNNY BE GOODE (CHUCK BERRY)WHAT I’D SAY (RAY CHARLES)SAW HER STANDING THERE (BEATLES)WIPEOUTLET’S TWIST AGAIN (CHUBBY CHECKER)HOUNDOG (ELVIS)GREAT BALLS OF FIRE (JERRY LEE LEWIS)VIDEO KILLED THE RADIO STAR (BUGGLES)HOLDING OUT FOR A HERO (BONNIE TYLER)I THINK WE’RE ALONE NOW (TIFFANY)TITANIUM (DAVID GUETTA)CALL ME AL (PAUL SIMON)JUMP (VAN HALEN)BOOTYLICIOUS (DESTINY'S CHILD)RHYTHM IS A DANCER (SNAP)MANIAC (MARK MCCABE)AIN'T NOBODY (JASMINE THOMPSON)DON’T STOP BELIEVING (JOURNEY)SUSPICIOUS MINDS (ELVIS)HIT THE ROAD JACK (RAY CHARLES)HIGHWAY TO HELL (ACDC)HIGHER & HIGHER (JACKIE WILSON)
Reviews of The Ratzingers Wedding Band
5.0
42 reviews
Quality of service
5.0
Value
4.9
Responsiveness
5.0
Flexibility
5.0
Professionalism
5.0
Louise Nic an tSionnaigh
5.0
Married on 29th Sep 2019
If you're lucky enough to be getting married on a date that these lads are available, BOOK THEM. they played at our wedding 2 months ago (the 28th of September 2019) and they were extremely easy and pleasant to deal with, hugely professional (but sound and easygoing at the same time), they play exactly what you want, keep the dance floor full and the whole place rocking, and...they don't stop! They just don't stop! They just keep going! Everyone at our wedding was commenting on them and how they literally never took a breath or a break, and how brilliant they were - and we had a lot of music heads at ours with plenty of opinions. Unanimously blown away. They are pure class. Top-notch musicians, amazing vocalist and great craic. Even the d.j. was deadly. Go see them now, and then book them. Or the other way 'round. You will not regret it.
Added 22nd Nov 2019
Holly
5.0
Married on 9th Aug 2019
The Ratzingers are worth every penny. They are amazing performers and Katie vocals are also amazing. It was the best money we spent, we cannot recommend them enough. The dance floor was full the whole night.
We had to change dates and they were so understanding about it.
We know guests who have already recommended The Ratzingers to friends based on their performance at our wedding.
Best wedding band around! Don't consider.. Book!!
We had to change dates and they were so understanding about it.
We know guests who have already recommended The Ratzingers to friends based on their performance at our wedding.
Best wedding band around! Don't consider.. Book!!
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Thanks so much Holly!! What a night in fairness xx
Added 20th Aug 2019
Jessica and John
5.0
Married on 4th Jun 2016
The Ratzingers are an amazing wedding band. I've seen them three times now including our own wedding and they are a consistent crowd pleaser. They were very easy to deal with. Highly recommended
Added 30th Jul 2016
Ms O Dolan
4.8
Married on 28th Nov 2015
This band were simply brilliant. They dance floor was full the entire night from 8 year olds to 80 year olds. They cater for all tastes but definitely bear in mind the bride and groom's requests. Really excellent musicians and singers that offer more a typical wedding band.
Every guest was singing their praises.
Every guest was singing their praises.
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Thanks so much!! Delighted you and your guests enjoyed the band so much!!
Katie
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Katie
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Added 11th Dec 2015
Jenny and Gary Dixon
5.0
Married on 13th Nov 2015
I couldn't have been happier with the ratzingers as my wedding band ! From start to finish they had everyone dancing - the variety of music genres was perfect and people have still not stopped talking about how good they were ! The mix of instruments makes the sound just so amazing and the sax player was just incredible ! Not to mention Katie and her wonderful voice , the whole band made our wedding magic! Don't hesitate in booking them!!
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Jenny thank you so much for your lovely words!! We had a great time at your wedding, hope to see you again soon x
Added 11th Dec 2015
Laura
5.0
Married on 7th Nov 2015
I cannot speak highly enough of The Ratzingers. Katie was an absolute pleasure to deal with throughout the planning phase of the wedding and so professional. On the night, our speeches went longer than anticipated and the band were really flexible. Once the music started, everyone was up dancing and our guests all commented on how great The Ratzingers (band & DJ) were.... The music was superb and Katie's voice outstanding. We feel very fortunate that The Ratzingers were part of our special day.
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Laura thanks so much for your lovely feedback! Your dad also sent me a lovely mail, which was much appreciated. Congrats to yourself & Andrew again x
Added 9th Dec 2015
Siobhan Reilly
5.0
Married on 31st Oct 2015
From the moment the band started, the dance floor was full and it remained that way for the whole set! They were really great and all of our guests had a brilliant time on the dance floor and really enjoyed the music. Their covers of songs were Brill! Would really recommend this band for your wedding. Katie also sang in the church for our ceremony and her voice and the songs were beautiful and really added to the ceremony. Thanks so much to the band for making the night so much fun!
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Siobhan thanks a million for your review! It was such a great party at your wedding, what a great crowd!!!! xxx
Added 21st Dec 2015
Louise and Aidan
5.0
Married on 17th Oct 2015
The dance floor was full all night. The band responded to the crowd. Got lots of positive feedback from guests. Way beyond my expectations!
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Louise thanks so much for leaving us a review. We had a ball at your wedding, what a great crowd!!! Such fun :)
Katie x
Katie x
Added 9th Dec 2015
C
4.4
Married on 10th Oct 2015
Excellent band who provide a great atmosphere. Really good fun and Katie has an excellent voice with a great range of songs. Read the crowd well and provide a perfect professional service with no hassle. We had the Jazz band too for our drinks reception and could not fault them.
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Caitlin thank you for the review! You were an absolute pleasure to deal with!!! Great night, thanks so much for having us!
Added 9th Dec 2015
Aideen & Ruairi
5.0
Married on 21st Aug 2015
To any future bridal couples looking for an outstanding band to entertain your guests all evening, then look no further than 'The Ratzingers'.
They were amazing and had our guests on the dance floor all night. 4 months on we are still receiving comments on how fantastic the music and Katie's vocals were. They really knew how to read the crowd and played all the requests we asked for, we can't praise them enough.
Katie is a dream to deal with, so professional and knowledgeable, as well as keeping our nerves at bay for the first dance, she was fantastic.
We recommend 'the Ratzingers' to every newly engaged couple we meet, they are hands down the best wedding band we've seen and delighted we had them for our wedding.
They were amazing and had our guests on the dance floor all night. 4 months on we are still receiving comments on how fantastic the music and Katie's vocals were. They really knew how to read the crowd and played all the requests we asked for, we can't praise them enough.
Katie is a dream to deal with, so professional and knowledgeable, as well as keeping our nerves at bay for the first dance, she was fantastic.
We recommend 'the Ratzingers' to every newly engaged couple we meet, they are hands down the best wedding band we've seen and delighted we had them for our wedding.
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Wow Aideen, thank you so much for this gorgeous review xx
Added 10th Dec 2015
Annie Sheahan
5.0
Married on 1st Aug 2015
Myself and my husband were absolutely delighted with the Ratzingers. They were absolutely amazing on the day - the dance floor was full for the whole night! They played a great variety of music that appealed to all ages.
In addition, Katie is so professional and easy to deal with. She made everything so easy for us and really helped when we were trying to pick a song for our first dance. Katie was brilliant on the day and organised everything perfectly. She even helped to organised a special song I wanted to play for my Dad, which meant everything to me.
We really couldn't recommend the Ratzingers enough!! I really hope we get to go to another wedding where they're playing so that we can dance the night away with them again!! xx
In addition, Katie is so professional and easy to deal with. She made everything so easy for us and really helped when we were trying to pick a song for our first dance. Katie was brilliant on the day and organised everything perfectly. She even helped to organised a special song I wanted to play for my Dad, which meant everything to me.
We really couldn't recommend the Ratzingers enough!! I really hope we get to go to another wedding where they're playing so that we can dance the night away with them again!! xx
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Aw Annie it really was a great night; your crowd loved to dance so it made our job easy!! Your first dance was super, it was definitely the right choice for you guys :)
Hope to see you at a gig soon!!!
xx
Hope to see you at a gig soon!!!
xx
Added 9th Dec 2015
Kerrie Grace
5.0
Married on 15th Jul 2015
We could not recommend the band highly enough. From the minute we met Katie in the Mint Bar we immediately felt at ease with her and we knew that The Ratzingers were the band for our day! They were extremely professional but at the same time very friendly and approachable. We were so impressed that we hired members of the group to cover the music for our whole day. We had Katie singing at the ceremony, the jazz group at the reception, the band themselves at the wedding and the DJ at the end of the night. My husband had given the band a lot of requests and they somehow managed to deliver even more than we could have hoped for. A huge number of our guests commented on how the dance floor was busy all night and how this was down to the great music which had covered a bit of everything and therefore appealed to all age groups. My husband wanted some 90s dance music played at the end of the night and the DJ just played and played. Katie has an amazing voice and we could not recommend the group highly enough as the perfect wedding band. Thanks guys :)
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Thank you Kerrie, really appreciate your lovely review :)
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Added 13th Dec 2015
Linda & Ian
Married on 19th Jun 2015
The band were brilliant.From start to finish the dancefloor was packed as the band played great song after great song. They played a wide range of songs that had a bit of something for everyone.
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Thank you Linda & Ian! So good of you xxx
Added 10th Dec 2015
John and Dianna
5.0
Married on 9th May 2015
We could not recommend The Ratzingers highly enough. They made our day so much fun. From the first minute to last they had the dance floor packed. Katie is such a good lead singer who could not do enough for us not just on the day but also in the lead up to it. Padraig also played piano for our ceremony and did a DJ set and both were just perfect. We have been to loads of weddings in the past few years and in all honesty have not seen a better wedding band, no one even comes close
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Hi guys,
Thanks a mil for your lovely review!! It was great to see a some (unexpected) familiar faces at your wedding!!
Congrats again to you both,
Katie
Thanks a mil for your lovely review!! It was great to see a some (unexpected) familiar faces at your wedding!!
Congrats again to you both,
Katie
Added 17th May 2015
Lorna O Neill
5.0
Married on 10th Apr 2015
I couldn't fault this band in any way. From the moment I made contact with Kate to the day of the wedding she was extremely professional. Eight months on and our guests are still talking about how good they were.
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Hi Lorna,
Thanks so much for your feedback!! It was a great night; your guests were fab!!!!!
Katie
Thanks so much for your feedback!! It was a great night; your guests were fab!!!!!
Katie
Added 9th Dec 2015
Eilish Hogge
5.0
Married on 5th Dec 2014
This band is a must for your wedding!!! Katie is full of energy and she is a wonderful asset on your wedding day. The Ratzingers are such a well-gelled group that feed off each other. The sound and the song choices are fantastic and they were truly a highlight for our wedding!!! Invest in the music as that's what all your guests talk about and its the lasting memory the majority will leave with!!!
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Eilish thanks so much for your lovely review, and happy anniversary!!!
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Added 2nd Feb 2015
Mark and Carolin Conway
5.0
Married on 18th Oct 2014
We couldn't recommend this band more.
We booked them to provide a jazz reception, the main act and provide a DJ for the end of the night. From the outset they were incredibly professional and catered for each and every one of our "demands" regardless of odd and crazy they were. They had the ability to engage the crowd from the get go and had the entire room on their feet for most of the night. We've been inundated with compliments from our guests and even had a few of them book the Ratzingers for their wedding after seeing how amazingly the preformed.
Again, if you book them you will not be disappointed.
We booked them to provide a jazz reception, the main act and provide a DJ for the end of the night. From the outset they were incredibly professional and catered for each and every one of our "demands" regardless of odd and crazy they were. They had the ability to engage the crowd from the get go and had the entire room on their feet for most of the night. We've been inundated with compliments from our guests and even had a few of them book the Ratzingers for their wedding after seeing how amazingly the preformed.
Again, if you book them you will not be disappointed.
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Mark & Carolin,
Thanks so much for leaving this lovely review for us. It was a pleasure, and so great to have seen you at some functions since then xx
Thanks so much for leaving this lovely review for us. It was a pleasure, and so great to have seen you at some functions since then xx
Added 2nd Mar 2015
Claire and Declan
5.0
Married on 26th Sep 2014
Just wanted to drop a quick note to say thank-you to you and all the band for helping to make our wedding day in Thomas Prior Hall (September 26th) so amazing. Myself, Claire and all the of our guests were blown away by your performance on the night. We had so many comments praising your performance and even had a lot of seasoned wedding attendees comment on how you were the best wedding band they had ever seen. Honestly, people really were buzzing after your performance. We'll be singing your praises off the rooftops for years to come.
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Claire & Declan it was our pleasure!! Thank you so much for your lovely feedback
Added 5th Nov 2014
Brian Kelly and Severina Nico
5.0
Married on 28th Jun 2014
Without a doubt the best wedding band I have ever heard, was an absolute pleasure to have them play at our wedding in the Ferrycarrig hotel in Wexford.friends that were at the wedding are still talking about "the ratzingers" 8 months on!!!! Would love a personal cd of their music so I could listen to them everyday:) pure class:)))))))
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Brian thank you so much. It was our pleasure x
Added 2nd Feb 2015
caroline
5.0
Married on 23rd Aug 2013
Excellent service
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Thank you Caroline :)
Added 6th Nov 2014
Laura and James Nolan
5.0
Married on 20th Jul 2013
Looking back on planning our big day, I am so happy we found The Ratzingers! They were a dream to deal with from beginning to end, nothing was too big a task -not even my request for some tin-whistle at the church :) Katie's singing at the church ceremony was simply beautiful and the band had the dance floor literally jam packed for the night. The Ratzingers are a truly talented band and when they take to the stage they do not disappoint, they put everything into it and you get energy, atmosphere and a one of a kind show. You do not feel like just another number, they take the time to listen to what you like, what you picture for your big day and they help make it happen. When our guests speak to us about the wedding they always mention how great the band were. I'd choose them again in a heartbeat.
Thanks a million guys for everything.
Thanks a million guys for everything.
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Laura & James this review is so lovely!! Thank you so much,
Katie xxx
Katie xxx
Added 7th May 2015
David & Emily
I want to say a massive thank you to The Ratzingers for making our day in Kilkenny even more memorable. The variety of music and the professional way in which it was delivered makes you think this is the original song and especially THANK YOU to Katie for making it so easy to make all arrangements. For anyone looking for a quality wedding band who know their audience please look no further than The Ratzingers. It's no surprise they are constantly nominated for Wedding band of the year...
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Hi David & Emily, you're welcome!!! Thank you so much for having us :)
Katie
Katie
Added 15th Jan 2014
Jen & Fergus
Thank you thank you thank you. We had a great night with you last night. You were all fantastic. As Jen said you are really savage!!
Response from The Ratzingers Wedding Band
Thank you Fergus!! Epic wedding in fairness
Added 31st Dec 2013
David and Karen
Thanks For an amazing night. You were absolutely amazing. Anyone thinking of booking this band don't hesitate.
Ultimate professionals. First Dance was amazing. My aunt and uncle had been at a wedding a couple of months ago and were telling everyone how good the band were at it and then u guys set up and you were that band.
Thanks Again
Ultimate professionals. First Dance was amazing. My aunt and uncle had been at a wedding a couple of months ago and were telling everyone how good the band were at it and then u guys set up and you were that band.
Thanks Again
Added 30th Dec 2013
Helen & Ivan
To Katie, Padraig and all the gang! Wow what a night on Satuday! Words can not even begin to describe the impact you had on our wedding. From walking up the aisle to the Wedding Song on the sax, the Walls of Limerick to the tune of Jingle Bells, the entire crowd rocking it to ACDC to Fairytale of New York....magical from start to finish. Talented does not even begin to describe this band. We have received nothing but compliments on how fantastic the band were. Everyone of all ages (4 days old to 88 years!) had a blast!!
Added 29th Dec 2013
Brian & Seodhna
Just wanted to drop you guys a quick message thanking you for being so awesome on our wedding day. It's been 2 months since we our wedding and we still have friends telling us that you guys were the best wedding band they've ever seen!!! You guys kept the dance floor rocking all night long which is exactly what myself and Seodhna wanted so a big thank you for that and for helping us have the time of our lives!
Added 30th Oct 2013
Caitr?ona & Matt
The Ratzingers performed at our wedding in August and were absolutely fantastic! They had the dance floor full all night and the guests haven't stopped commenting about how good they were; great singing, great musicians, just a great package! My husband and I are involved in the wedding music scene so we were pretty picky when we were considering wedding music, and we were not disappointed, this band are brilliant!
Added 22nd Aug 2013
Sara
The Ratzingers played at our wedding on the 8th December and were excellent - we would highly recommend them. The Jazz Duo was perfect for the drinks reception and the party band were just brilliant. All our guests commented on how amazing they were...and we totally agree!! It was an absolute pleasure working with them all and having the band play the music at our wedding. Just loved them!
Added 29th Dec 2012
Roisin and Mark 30th March 2012 Rathsallagh House
We were absolutely thrilled with The Ratzingers.
They provided music for our ceremony and the reception in Rathsallagh House in Wicklow this year. After quite a lot of research and visiting other bands we came across The Ratzingers whom we saw live in The Westin in Dublin. Their music catalogue and stage presence were the best we had encountered and suited our needs perfectly. It was a pleasure dealing with Katie and Padraig and on the day everything went perfectly. We had requested more of a rock feel to the party band and the 5 piece didn't disappoint. The Ratzingers had everyone up on the dance floor and played the audience really well.
I would have no hesitation in recommending The Ratzingers for wedding ceremony and party band.
They provided music for our ceremony and the reception in Rathsallagh House in Wicklow this year. After quite a lot of research and visiting other bands we came across The Ratzingers whom we saw live in The Westin in Dublin. Their music catalogue and stage presence were the best we had encountered and suited our needs perfectly. It was a pleasure dealing with Katie and Padraig and on the day everything went perfectly. We had requested more of a rock feel to the party band and the 5 piece didn't disappoint. The Ratzingers had everyone up on the dance floor and played the audience really well.
I would have no hesitation in recommending The Ratzingers for wedding ceremony and party band.
Added 15th Nov 2012
L & J April 11
We were so pleased with the Ratzingers, they played at our wedding at the end of April this year. The music throughout the day was really great and contributed massively to the fantastic atmosphere at our wedding. We all had such a great time dancing and I've had so many comments since about how great the music was. It was a delight to be greeted before the reception by the jazz trio and the band were so inclusive getting some of our family members involved. Katie in particular made us us feel comfortable with the tricky first dance and throwing the bouquet etc...
Added 21st Nov 2011
Elaine
The Ratzingers played at our wedding in Faithlegg House Hotel, Waterford on 16th April 2011. From the moment we first contacted Katie she was an absolute pleasure to deal with, no email went unanswered and all my worries about song choices etc were put to rest. The night itself went absolutely amazing, the floor was full from the moment the band started playing until the last song. The quality of the singing and the music coupled with the enthusiasm of the the lads meant that the place was rocking all night long! Every age group was catered for and there was really a party mood created which is exactly what we had hoped for. Katie has an amazing voice and the lads are all superb musicians, we've had so many enquires about the Ratzingers from our guests since the wedding!
Thanks a million for a brilliant night!
Elaine & Peter April 2011
Thanks a million for a brilliant night!
Elaine & Peter April 2011
Added 19th May 2011
Bernice & Brian
We had the Ratzingers play out our wedding and they were absolutely superb. The crowd loved it and danced all night. The atmosphere was wonderful. The quality of the music and the interaction with the crowd were second to none. The Ratzingers are extremely talented and professional. I would totally recommend them for your wedding - trust me, you won't regret it. The range of songs they sing is superb. They are lovely people as well, and it seems as if they are enjoying the day as much as you, which gave it a special feel. They sang during our wedding ceremony as well as after the dinner. A great band is essential for a successful wedding and we really could not have hoped for more.
Added 15th Oct 2010
Gillian & John
We cant recommend Katie and The Ratzingers highly enough. They are so professional, such good fun and have an amazing sound. We never once left the dance floor and all our guests commented on how amazing the band was. Dont hestiate - book them today. We promise you will dance the night away!
Added 4th Oct 2010
Sarah & Ciar?n April '10
The Ratzingers took care of all our musical needs for the whole day, from the church to DJ at the end. We're still getting great comments from guests about the great singer at the church, the brilliant sax player at the reception, the amazing band and DJ, and the great variety of musical talent. Thanks for learning songs for the ceremony for us, for doing a great first dance, followed by such a great selection of music (the beatbox set on the dancefloor was a brilliant surprise) the whole day was made extra special thanks to you guys!
Thanks
Thanks
Added 11th May 2010
Aoife & Keith
I couldn't recommend the Ratzingers highly enough?
From the outset, Katie was a complete pleasure to deal with.
We've received so many compliments from friends and family regarding the band. The dance floor was packed all night? we had a fantastic night!
From the outset, Katie was a complete pleasure to deal with.
We've received so many compliments from friends and family regarding the band. The dance floor was packed all night? we had a fantastic night!
Added 30th Sep 2009
Gail & John 09
There is not one bad thing I can say about the Ratzingers band, they were extremely a pleasure to deal with. My self and my husband and all my guests have lots of fabulous memories of our wedding because of them. Everyone had positive things to say to myself and my husband about them. Although people were slow to get up at the beginning of the set which is natural due to nerves, Katie soon got them all up, and once up they stayed dancing the whole night away!!
We also requested a song for our first dance that is not part of their normal set, actually they had never even played it before, and wow what a job they did of it! The band are excellent musicians but what a voice Katie has, she can do any song in our eyes!
I would definately reccommend the band! They even got some of our guests enquiring about having them play at functions and weddings!
Thanks for everything Katie and the Ratzingers!
We also requested a song for our first dance that is not part of their normal set, actually they had never even played it before, and wow what a job they did of it! The band are excellent musicians but what a voice Katie has, she can do any song in our eyes!
I would definately reccommend the band! They even got some of our guests enquiring about having them play at functions and weddings!
Thanks for everything Katie and the Ratzingers!
Added 29th Jul 2009
Alan and Jenny
Hi Katie and the Guys,
Just wanted to say a huge thank you for playing at
our Wedding in the Nuremore Hotel on June 5th 09. I've lost count of
the amount of people that have come up to us to say how great the band
were. The one request we had of you was that you would have everyone up dancing both young and old and you certainly delivered.
Thanks again
Just wanted to say a huge thank you for playing at
our Wedding in the Nuremore Hotel on June 5th 09. I've lost count of
the amount of people that have come up to us to say how great the band
were. The one request we had of you was that you would have everyone up dancing both young and old and you certainly delivered.
Thanks again
Added 29th Jul 2009
Sandra & Alan Costello
The Ratzingers played at our wedding in July 2009, and we can highly recommend them. From our first enquiry to the last song of the night, Katie and the band were a pleasure to deal with. Every email was answered promptly and positively. Katie was so helpful and professional. The band learned our first dance, and performed it to perfection. Our dancefloor filled immediately, and was never empty for the rest of the night. The performance was brilliant, and Katie is so glamorous, talented and full of energy. The playlist catered for every age group, and the atmosphere the band created was fun, sophisticated and relaxed. We also booked the DJ and found him brilliant. He played all our requests and kept everyone on their feet. So many of our guests commented on how great the band was ? our parents, families and friends all enjoyed them, and we loved every minute! Many people told us that this was the best wedding band they?d experienced, and we totally agree. We wanted a wedding band that would deliver on our perfect day ? and we found it in the Ratzingers!!
Added 29th Jul 2009
Korie & Meela Gleeson
Dear Katie & co,
Thank you all so much for an absolutely fantastic performance at our wedding. Everyone went home talking about the band-the mix of music was great, everyone was up dancing at some stage of the night, most for the whole night! Thanks for all your support on the run up to the day, it was great knowing I could leave it all in your hands and not have to worry about a thing regarding the music. We would highly recommend both the band and the Samba workshop-again everyone was speaking about it, it set a great mood for the rest of the night.
Thanks again,
Thank you all so much for an absolutely fantastic performance at our wedding. Everyone went home talking about the band-the mix of music was great, everyone was up dancing at some stage of the night, most for the whole night! Thanks for all your support on the run up to the day, it was great knowing I could leave it all in your hands and not have to worry about a thing regarding the music. We would highly recommend both the band and the Samba workshop-again everyone was speaking about it, it set a great mood for the rest of the night.
Thanks again,
Added 22nd Jul 2009
Melanie and John Sheehy
I simply cannot describe just how amazing Katie and the Ratzingers were at our wedding on 23 May 2009. Katie sang in the church and the music was one of our favourite parts of the ceremony. Her voice is so beautiful, soulful and meaningful. You could hear a pin drop when she started singing, it was quite magical. We had a combination of music from instrumentals (they can pretty much play any song you want), Amazing Grace, Ave Maria and more modern jazz classics which Katie just excels at (we had Fields of Gold and At Last by Ella Fitzgerald at the signing of the register). However they also played a classical song for the recessional so they can do anything you want. Then for our drinks reception we had the Ratzingers jazz trio and they were awesome, dressed all in black and totally funky. It got the party started much earlier than normal at weddings and people were even dancing! We didn't have the Ratzingers play as the band only because we had booked our band ages ago when we heard them at our friend's wedding. If you haven't got your music sorted yet I can hand on my heart tell you to look no further, you will not get better. Plus Katie is a pleasure to deal with and knows exactly how the wedding mass works and was invaluable in helping plan what would go where. Good luck and have a great wedding day.
Added 17th Jun 2009
Patrick Kehoe and Soo Kim
The Ratzingers blew away our expectations. They were absolutely fabulous! I don't know how they did it but they were fun, hot and sophisticated - all at the same time. Our guests had a blast and everyone was dancing to various genres of music (from swing to pop to rock and roll) throughout the night. Truly talented band. Furthermore, both Katie and the DJ (also part of the band) were extremely helpful throughout the planning process. Can't rave enough about this group!
Added 20th Oct 2008
Aoife O'Connell
Everyone should have this band at their wedding, they were absoloutely fantastic, everyone raved about them and we had numerous calls about them asking for names and contact details.
At one point in the night my new husband and I finally caught up and we were just standing on the dance floor staring up at the band with pure delight!
Everyone had such a good time, and never stopped dancing for the whole night. Katie was so organised and helpful in the run up to the event and they were so hands on and personable during the whole event, all of the band congratulated me personally too when they left at the evening, The Ratzingers made our wedding! Truly fantastic!
I was so nervous about the music as I'm very fussy about my music, I knew what I wanted and they delivered 100% on the night, I cannot rate them highly enough!
Aoife O'Connell
At one point in the night my new husband and I finally caught up and we were just standing on the dance floor staring up at the band with pure delight!
Everyone had such a good time, and never stopped dancing for the whole night. Katie was so organised and helpful in the run up to the event and they were so hands on and personable during the whole event, all of the band congratulated me personally too when they left at the evening, The Ratzingers made our wedding! Truly fantastic!
I was so nervous about the music as I'm very fussy about my music, I knew what I wanted and they delivered 100% on the night, I cannot rate them highly enough!
Aoife O'Connell
Added 22nd Aug 2008
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