The big day planning may often lead to stress and strain, but now that's all over it may be about time to think about the entertainment for the ceremony and reception.
Hopefully this will be a more enjoyable quest leading to the discovery of the perfect act to entertain you and friends and family.
Choice of act is vital to the success of the evening, as we are having to cater for a disparate group of ages and tastes we don't want Grannie fleeing the room with ears bleeding to you're favorite heavy metal.
A handy hint for reception smiles all round is a Jazz wedding band, that is a Jazz flavored act which tailors the repertoire and style to suit the occasion.
From New Orleans style Stomp to West coast cool background and Sinatra style swing.
This music appeals to all ages and tastes.
You may start by asking friends and family for recommendations, surf the net and try established agencies.
If possible try and see the band live and book direct as this may save you commission.
Once you have found the act agree the fee and ask for a standard Musicians Union or Equity contract.
These are simple documents outlining the arrival times fee and set times.
Often the band will require a deposit usually 25% of the fee and the balance paid on the night.
currently fees will vary from £4-500.
00 for a solo duo act beyond £3000.
00 for a 12pce big band.
for a 5piece act you will have to budget between £1500.
00 and £2000.
00.
However remember all fees are negotiable and may be reduced if the event is held away from Saturday night.
Ensure that the act have relevant insurances and electrical testing, these are all covered by certificates easily scanned and e mailed.
Once you have found and secured the act then you can relax and look forward to a great evenings entertainment.
On the night make sure the act has all contact details and someone from the venue is on hand to show them around.
Try and give them enough time to set up (about an hour should do), organizing a small bar tab and food always goes down well with the band and a rest area away from the hubbub is always appreciated as a place to store clothing and change etc.
Booking a Jazz wedding band is the sophisticated solution for any event especially a wedding reception, enjoy the quest and take it nice and easy on the big day.
Hopefully this will be a more enjoyable quest leading to the discovery of the perfect act to entertain you and friends and family.
Choice of act is vital to the success of the evening, as we are having to cater for a disparate group of ages and tastes we don't want Grannie fleeing the room with ears bleeding to you're favorite heavy metal.
A handy hint for reception smiles all round is a Jazz wedding band, that is a Jazz flavored act which tailors the repertoire and style to suit the occasion.
From New Orleans style Stomp to West coast cool background and Sinatra style swing.
This music appeals to all ages and tastes.
You may start by asking friends and family for recommendations, surf the net and try established agencies.
If possible try and see the band live and book direct as this may save you commission.
Once you have found the act agree the fee and ask for a standard Musicians Union or Equity contract.
These are simple documents outlining the arrival times fee and set times.
Often the band will require a deposit usually 25% of the fee and the balance paid on the night.
currently fees will vary from £4-500.
00 for a solo duo act beyond £3000.
00 for a 12pce big band.
for a 5piece act you will have to budget between £1500.
00 and £2000.
00.
However remember all fees are negotiable and may be reduced if the event is held away from Saturday night.
Ensure that the act have relevant insurances and electrical testing, these are all covered by certificates easily scanned and e mailed.
Once you have found and secured the act then you can relax and look forward to a great evenings entertainment.
On the night make sure the act has all contact details and someone from the venue is on hand to show them around.
Try and give them enough time to set up (about an hour should do), organizing a small bar tab and food always goes down well with the band and a rest area away from the hubbub is always appreciated as a place to store clothing and change etc.
Booking a Jazz wedding band is the sophisticated solution for any event especially a wedding reception, enjoy the quest and take it nice and easy on the big day.
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