Thursday, July 26, 2018

Finding A Bay Area Elvis Tribute

By Jennifer Wilson


If you plan to put on some type of a show for a party or special event you may have decided on a tribute singer. A very popular choice for this type of live entertainment is an Elvis Presley tribute. When you are trying to find a bay area Elvis tribute there are various options available to you when booking.

Various Elvis Presley tribute acts can be booked in the bay area and it is important that you select the correct one. The majority of the performers will sound very close to Elvis's sound and will have spent a number of years polishing their skills. Other artists may also look a lot like Presley but a look alike who can hold a tune will be expensive to hire.

Before you make any plans a book a singer you should carefully calculate your total budget. You also need to arrange a venue where the event will be held. Most venue owners will ask for a deposit to secure the premises and you can pay the balance later.

After doing some research a vocalist can be booked who is going to be suitable for your show. Most singers will be happy to discuss your special requirements and tailor the act accordingly and you can discuss set lists. Prices vary depending on the length of time the singer is on stage and whether a sound system, lighting and other equipment is needed.

For approximately 500 bucks, a vocalist will turn up at your event with their backing tracks and Elvis costume to sing for you. If you need a full scale show with a professional live band and backing singers then the costs will rise and may run into thousands of dollars. Most performers will provide their own sound system, lighting rig and the technicians needed to set equipment up at the venue.

Most people find that when hiring an act it is better to use a reputable show business agent to guarantee things run smoothly. Most agencies will offer a selection of acts and they are able to provide the equipment needed for the show. It is worth booking through an approved agent as all permits, licenses and other paperwork will be in order.

If you do not want to use an agency and prefer to book a singer directly via their web page there a couple of things to check. It is always a good idea to contact the singer by telephone or email to discuss the show and ask for any input and advice. Due to the fact artists such as Elvis frequently changed their on stage look and musical style there are many options to choose from.

After selecting your chosen artist you should do a little research on past shows that the singer has performed at. Many show business agents and and singers will be happy to share information on their stable of acts which can be found online. If you can watch any video footage or listen to audio that is available this is worth doing.




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