Information for Regimental Events
Elevate Your Event with The Bossard Quartet: A Touch of Class for Mess Dinners, Balls, and Formal Events
Choosing the right music for your regimental event
For an unforgettable regimental dinner, prestigious military ball, or distinguished mess event, the music must be perfectly pitched. The Bossard Quartet delivers a sophisticated and polished performance, providing the ideal musical backdrop to honour tradition and celebrate in style.
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We specialise in creating an atmosphere of refined elegance, seamlessly transitioning from elegant background music for a drinks reception to a rousing accompaniment for your dinner, or a stylish interlude during a formal address.
Our vast and versatile repertoire spans from timeless classical pieces to contemporary hits arranged with a captivating string quartet twist, ensuring we cater to every taste and all generations of your guests.
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We enjoyed playing at mess dinners because they are the ultimate expression of the regimental family. By bringing together officers (or WOs/SNCOs) in a highly formal yet social setting, they strengthen the bonds of camaraderie, brotherhood, and unit cohesion, the very bedrock of military effectiveness
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Every custom, from the Loyal Toast to the passing of the port, honours the unit's heritage and sacrifice. These rituals connect current personnel to those who served before them, reinforcing a shared identity and a deep sense of belonging to something much larger than themselves.
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For junior officers (or ranks), it is a crucial training ground. They learn to conduct themselves with the social confidence and polished etiquette expected at a formal gathering, often while interacting with senior leaders on a more personal, albeit structured, level.
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The dinner is a designated 'parade' where ranks are briefly set aside for an evening of spirited formality. It allows senior and junior members to meet in a friendly atmosphere, which is fundamental for good morale and a cohesive working environment
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Incorporating live music from an ensemble like the Bossard Quartet is not just a pleasant addition; it is an act of ceremony that elevates the entire function.
Professionalism
Our talented musicians bring professionalism and artistry to every performance. We pride ourselves on being punctual, well-dressed, and dedicated to creating an enchanting atmosphere for your event.
Tailored Performance
We understand the etiquette and requirements of military functions, guaranteeing a professional and perfectly judged performance from the first note to the last.
Versatile options
Whether it’s an elegant gala, an outdoor event, or a casual gathering, we can adapt to your venue and needs.
Professional and discreet
Our experienced musicians are entirely self-contained, ensuring a stress-free booking process and a seamless, high-class delivery on the day
Elevates the atmosphere
Live musicians provide an incomparable level of sophistication and prestige. The subtle, acoustic quality of a string quartet creates a refined, classic ambience that recorded music simply cannot match, signalling immediately that this is a truly special and important event.
Supporting the ceremony & the tradition
A live ensemble can perform Regimental Marches or national anthems with authentic, emotional resonance. They can time their performance to perfectly accompany the arrival of guests, the seating of the head table, and the quiet moments for toasts, adding a dignified gravitas.
Booking The Bossard Quartet for our annual Officers' Mess Dinner was an absolute masterstroke. As the organiser, the pressure to deliver a perfectly executed formal event is immense, and the quartet surpassed every expectation.
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From the initial planning stages, their communication was exceptional, professional, timely, and fully understanding of the regimental customs and atmosphere we needed to maintain. On the evening, they arrived discreetly, set up seamlessly, and their performance throughout the reception and dinner was nothing short of brilliant.
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Their repertoire was expertly judged, providing a polished and elegant background that elevated the entire tone of the evening, blending timeless classical pieces with sophisticated, string arrangements of modern music.
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Crucially, our Commanding Officer was absolutely delighted. He personally commented on how the music provided the perfect balance of formality and warm fellowship. For any unit seeking reliable, high-calibre live music for a Mess Dinner, Regimental Ball, or Formal Function, I cannot recommend The Bossard Quartet highly enough. They are a must-book for ensuring a first-class event.
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Regiments we have performed for
In no particular order
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Royal Logistic Corps (RLC) - 27 Regiment RLC - Aldershot
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Royal Logistic Corps (RLC) - Marchwood
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Royal Artillery - 12th Regiment, 16th Regiment - Baker Barracks, Thorney Island
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Royal Artillery - 19th Regiment - Larkhill Garrison
The Royal Tank Regiment - Allenby Barracks, Tidworth
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HMNB Portsmouth - various fleet (e.g. HMS Queen Elizabeth, Type 45 Destroyers & frigates
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HMS Collingwood
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The Rifles - Bulford Camp
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