WARBLE ENTERTAINMENT AGENCY

Warble gets a name check…

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Warble

Here’s a little article we recently featured in where we provided the entertainment for a wedding: http://blog.weddingideasmag.com/2012/05/a-surprise-80s-wedding/

Thanks to Kay at Reload PR for passing this onto us and arranging

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Booking A Band For Your Wedding Reception

Posted on April 7, 2012 by Warble

Bands for Wedding Receptions

One of the items on the to-do list of most people planning a wedding is the choice of a band for the wedding reception. The importance of choosing the right band stems from the fact that it can contribute to the success of the event through the added entertainment value it contributes to the special day. There are many bands that cater to the clientèle; however, the level of quality of the different bands differ. This is something that the wedding planners must take into consideration when trying to decide on the type of wedding band to choose for the reception.

Since a wedding may be planned by either of the families involved or by a professional event planner, the choice of the specific band to choose for that particular do will also depend on the preferences or taste of the families involved. Another consideration would be the theme that the planners are trying to achieve. For instance, assuming the family is seeking a spiritual undertone, then this will clearly influence the type of wedding band to choose in the sense that such a band would necessarily have to play music that is related to that particular faith. On the other hand, if the theme of the party is one that is based on a retro effect, then the wedding band would necessarily have to be one that is versed in that genre of music. Assuming the couple getting married are very young and desire to have a very contemporary band at their reception, then this will also be a key factor in the selection of a band to play.

Since there are many choices of wedding music bands for weddings, the final selection will be heavily influenced by the budget of the family for the wedding. Where the budget is generous, then the planners can afford to hire the very best band to play at the wedding. As such, it may be said that the quality of the band is generally directly proportional to the budget for that purpose. The rule of thumb is that the better bands for weddings command a much higher pay rate than those that are not so good. This, of course, is only a generalisation because some emerging bands may also play just as well as any established bands.

Part of the considerations for professional wedding planners would be to work very closely with the families to ensure that they get the very best band that the budget will allow. Another thing to consider is the fact that the type of music may also dictate the number of musicians the band will perform with. For instance, if the style of music the band plays requires back –up singers and dancers, the fee for such performers will also be included in the price the band will charge to perform at a wedding reception.

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Live Music Will Make A Big Difference In Any Event

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Warble

Live Bands for Hire

Finding great bands can be easy to do if someone knows what they are they looking for. Weddings, birthday parties and corporate events are all great places to use live music. It makes a big difference when there is a great group of musicians playing because there is nothing like the sounds of a real band. It is important to find the right type of music for the occasion though.

There are all kinds of bands for hire. Of course some are better than others and often that is reflected in the price. The important thing to remember is that the music must be something that the people who are attending the gathering will respond to. There is no reason to hire a great band that plays hip hop at a senior retirement home. It won’t matter how good they are because they will not be accepted or enjoyed by the older residents.

Tribute bands are often popular with people of all ages. They are used successfully at corporate events. A tribute band can help people enjoy a different era of music and most of the time the response is overwhelmingly great. People love to relive some of the great periods of music from the past and there are so many amazing tribute bands to choose from. Even if the original artist is still performing they often cannot present the music from the past in a way the tribute band can. It is a win win situation and audiences love it. Music from the past can be very enjoyable and capturing those great moments is always something audiences love.

Before hiring a band for any event it is a good idea to watch them perform in person. It is worth the time and effort and gives the reassurance that the band that it is being hired will be the right one for the event. Look around and see how the audience is responding. Of course if they are in a bar and everyone is drinking it might not provide the same response that will be felt at a stuffy corporate event. The biggest issue is to make sure the music and style matches the age and style of the group that the band will be performing for.

It can be a good idea to give the prospective band a list of songs that might be appropriate for the planned event. If the response is negative and they aren’t familiar with any of the music requested then maybe the band will not be the best fit. Remember it may take a little work, but hiring the best band possible will make the corporate event, wedding or party successful and enjoyable for everyone.

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Booking A Band For A Great Reception

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Warble

Hire a band to make your reception amazing

Here’s a useful little article we recently stumbled across…

Your wedding is one of the most memorable events of your life. While many brides and grooms spend a large amount of time planning details of the wedding ceremony, they sometimes neglect to pay attention to the details of the reception that follows the ceremony.

The first detail to consider when planning a reception is the type of entertainment. There are a number of wedding bands for hire that can provide top notch entertainment for your once in a lifetime event. Of course, you could hire a DJ to play music from CDs as do a number of couples. If you are looking for a unique way to entertain your guests, then you will definitely want to hire one of the many live bands for weddings.

When looking for wedding music bands, you should definitely do some research before hiring. Ask for references and listen to some of the music that the band has played. Also check to see what type of music the band normally plays. If you will have a wide variety of age groups at your reception, you probably will not want to hire a band that just plays golden oldies or hip hop tunes. If a band will only give you a verbal agreement to play at your event, you should look for another band. In addition, if a band requires that you pay the total fee before they actually play at your event, you should also be cautious.

Some wedding bands work for a company that represents many musicians. If this is the case with your band, check to make sure that the band of your choice will actually be playing at your event. Some companies will simply ask the first available band to play your event. This can create quite a few problems later on.

Bands for Weddings

Another thing to check when hiring a band is the amount of time that the band will play. Some bands will play throughout the meal while other bands will first start playing at 9pm. Other bands will play for a set amount of time and others will play until the event is over. It is best to double check the contract in order to avoid any unpleasant surprises.

After following the above tips, you should be able to find the perfect wedding band to play at your once in a lifetime event. Congratulations!

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Book A Band To Bring In Drinkers

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Warble

LIve Bands make a huge Difference

The key to any successful public venue comes down to two things; music and atmosphere. While you may be okay with a good ol’ PA system and speakers; nothing quite beats the energy of live bands performing at your pub. We’ve all heard the classics of the decades over speakers for years, while sitting around our favourite restaurants and slugging back drinks. This old method gets boring really quickly, as there isn’t much of that spunk required that gets people excited for a night out. Creating a popular spot of live music is a huge way to get a distinct advantage over your competition in the bar-scene. It’s also grand for your own business. People will get so wrapped up in the concert provided that they will drink more than usual, to just have a little bit more fun.

Finding a band for hire is definitely the first step towards becoming a legendary bar that bands to hire will scramble to play at. The hardest step is finding a band that suits the atmosphere your pub or tavern gives off. If your bar is frequented by people that fall under the older adult age group, find a classic rock cover band that throws in their own original songs. It’ll be like they’re back in high-school again, and a feeling of revitalized youth will definitely make them come back for more whiskey the next night.

If you have younger adults, always go for whatever seems to be popular around you. A popular development in a lot of European countries is Indie rock. Having an open mic night can definitely bring in this crowd. Most indie-focused bands start out on the bar circuit, so finding an act would be much easier than you think. It’ll be slow for the first few weeks, but as word of mouth gets out, you’ll attract more and more of the crowd. Some of them may be a bit tough to deal with, but if music inspires anything, it’s a want for drink.

Once you find your target age group, it’s all a matter of maintaining a regular crowd. Don’t always have the same band playing, or people will grow bored. Circuit bands like an actual concert venue would. Have new bands sometimes for people checking out newer artists, and bring in the favourites as often as you feel you need to! The favourite bands will be easy to tell, they’re generally the bands people will crowd closer to the stage for.

The key to this -entire- concept is advertisement, and proper consumer satisfaction. Learn their taste, and provide it. Becoming a great bar-venue is a rather arduous task, but the rewards far outweigh the labour involved.

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