Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Choosing Tribute Bands For Hire

By Ericka Marsh


When hiring a live band, there are many considerations such as venue and type of occasion to take into account. With so many tribute bands for hire, making the right choice is important to avoid disappointment. Some of the factors that need to be considered in making this decision are budget, venue and experience of the band.

Some of these groups pay a great deal of attention to their appearance, wearing costumes, appropriate hairstyles and even copying hand gestures and other mannerisms of the original artists. Others focus more on the music more than the outward trappings, capturing its essence. Many times the instruments used are just like the original ones so as to recreate the distinctive sounds.

When looking online for such a band, it is possible to listen to demo tracks. One can soon tell if they capture the essence of sound and feel of the original group. One must bear in mind that these demos are recorded in studio and the live sound may be a little different. It is also possible to see images and even view videos of live performances, showing exactly what they look like and how they move.

The venue for an event has an influence on the choice of band. A big band in a small, intimate venue can be totally overwhelming. They need a larger space with a stage and a dance floor. However, a band is often able to adapt to suit the venue size. They may have four members that routinely perform at smaller venues and be able to extend by adding members and instruments for larger venues.

There are no standard prices as they are influenced by the size of the band, their experience, length of performance and many other factors. The more experienced bands are able to charge much more than those who are still building their reputations. A band may be able to adjust what is offered to suit a specific budget.

Backing tracks are used by many groups so as to produce the full, rich sound. This allows them to offer reasonable prices. It also means that they are able to perform in the smaller, more intimate venues.

When booking a band, make sure that enough time is allowed for setting up and doing a sound check in the space where they will perform. They will usually need a private room where they can change into their costumes and and get ready for the performance. The performance lengths vary and can be adapted to suit a particular event. Most groups offer a single set performance of about an hour or two sets of half an hour each with a break in between.

When you make your booking, you need to allow for time for the band to set up at the venue and to do a sound check. They will need somewhere private and secure where they can change, leave their instrument cases and prepare for their show. Many of them perform for about an hour but time they play can also be specified.




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