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Performance Experience
Find out how long the band has been in
business and how many private events the band performs for
each year. If your event is a wedding, ask how many of those events are
weddings. Private event experience is much more important than public event
(clubs, concerts, etc.) experience because the focus is on the host or
wedding couple and their guests (as it should be) rather than the band. For
weddings, make sure the band is experienced in acting as your emcee for
announcements, introductions, etc. Ask to see the band’s wedding event
planning form.
Musical Repertoire
Ask for a copy of the band’s
song list. Make sure it’s long enough to cover
your event time (with ample margin!) and includes adequate examples of the
genres you want.
Coordination Interface
Find out who you will be dealing with
throughout the pre-event coordination period. Make sure it’s your band
leader rather than someone who may not even be present at your event.
Band Members
Find out if the band always uses the
same group of musicians when it performs. Make sure that the musicians
performing on the band’s demo are the same as those who will be performing
for your event.
Client References
An experienced professional band will
have ample references. Always ask for several and check them out!
Dress Code
Find out how the band members will
dress for your event. You probably won’t want
them appearing in t-shirts and blue jeans at your formal wedding!
Hidden Costs
When requesting price quotations make
sure the prices are complete and that there are no additional costs for
other items such as sound system, travel, lodging, food, etc.
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