the band

elfygp · 05-19-2008, 03:46 PM

Hi everyone,

My name is Kate and I'm new to Jetgirls so this is my first post. I've seen how helpful everyone is on other posts so I'm happy my FH Andrew showed me this site. Anyway, I figured someone might be able to help me out.

A few months ago I was at a USO Gala and the band there was perfect. They played things like Sinatra and things of that era, and they were actually good, which we both would love to have at the wedding reception. So I looked them up and called them today about booking, etc. They said it would probably be around $4300 for the evening. Is that a normal price for live music? If possible I'd like to avoid just getting a DJ, but I may have to for sake of money. Can anyone tell me an average price for a band or a DJ, or just what they thought was reasonable?

Thanks so much!

Kate

skibum515 · 05-19-2008, 04:15 PM

We're getting a live band, 9 pieces and a singer for about $2000. A trio is playing through dinner (7-8) and then the full band is playing from 8 - midnight. We got them friend of a friend sort of deal though. I think normally they are around $2500-$3000.

We're getting married back in michigan, so if you're around that area and want a band, let me know! I'll send you their phone number

Amanda · 05-19-2008, 09:46 PM

Hi Kate and welcome!
I had a super small ceremony and we haven't had a reception yet.

I just wanted to welcome you to the site and encourage you to introduce yourself to everyone in the "Meet your Jetgirls Family" area of the site!

Kristie · 05-25-2008, 07:44 PM

I think it probably depends on the type of band and how prominent they are in the community...maybe you should interview others and see how the prices compare?

good luck!

Mrs.Alchemist · 05-25-2008, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by skibum515

We're getting a live band

Yay! Live music's the best!!!!!

(Maybe I'm partial because I come from a family of musicians, but I'm sure you'll be happy with them! We had about 5 bands [all family/friends], it was wonderful!)

And to Kate... Good luck, I hope that you find what you're looking for.

Sorry, I'm not much help.

Brenda · 05-26-2008, 10:09 AM

Do you have any sort of school of music near you? When I lived in Rochester, NY, I had a friend who hired students, very talented students, from the Hochstein school of music. It was incredible and cheap! Just a thought!

Chi829 · 05-26-2008, 07:44 PM

Brenda- Very good point! Bill and I had two bands at our wedding,, one played during the cocktail hour (no singer) and the other was a 4piece with a singer that played during the rest of the reception. The girls that played during out coctail hour was from Rollins college's music dept and they were VERY affordable and great! We chose to feed all of our people (all the musicians and photographers) and they were very appreciative,,

elfygp · 05-28-2008, 09:19 AM

Thank you everyone! I live in a very musical community, and I never thought of trying to find students to play. I'll keep looking, thanks for all the ideas!

05-19-2008, 03:46 PM	#1 (permalink)
elfygp Jetgirls Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Philly Posts: 78 Recipes: Thanks: 3 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	the band Hi everyone, My name is Kate and I'm new to Jetgirls so this is my first post. I've seen how helpful everyone is on other posts so I'm happy my FH Andrew showed me this site. Anyway, I figured someone might be able to help me out. A few months ago I was at a USO Gala and the band there was perfect. They played things like Sinatra and things of that era, and they were actually good, which we both would love to have at the wedding reception. So I looked them up and called them today about booking, etc. They said it would probably be around $4300 for the evening. Is that a normal price for live music? If possible I'd like to avoid just getting a DJ, but I may have to for sake of money. Can anyone tell me an average price for a band or a DJ, or just what they thought was reasonable? Thanks so much! Kate

05-19-2008, 04:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
skibum515 Jetgirls Ol' School Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Park City Posts: 1,259 Recipes: Thanks: 2 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts	Re: the band We're getting a live band, 9 pieces and a singer for about $2000. A trio is playing through dinner (7-8) and then the full band is playing from 8 - midnight. We got them friend of a friend sort of deal though. I think normally they are around $2500-$3000. We're getting married back in michigan, so if you're around that area and want a band, let me know! I'll send you their phone number __________________

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Amanda Jetgirls Plus Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: PHL suburbs Posts: 2,153 Recipes: Thanks: 12 Thanked 11 Times in 11 Posts	Re: the band Hi Kate and welcome! I had a super small ceremony and we haven't had a reception yet. I just wanted to welcome you to the site and encourage you to introduce yourself to everyone in the "Meet your Jetgirls Family" area of the site! __________________ Amanda Loving wife of Nick, an Int'l FO for Continental flying the 757/767 based in EWR!

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Kristie Admin/Owner Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona Posts: 6,648 Recipes: Thanks: 7 Thanked 17 Times in 17 Posts	Re: the band I think it probably depends on the type of band and how prominent they are in the community...maybe you should interview others and see how the prices compare? good luck! __________________ www.jetcareers.com

05-26-2008, 10:09 AM	#6 (permalink)
Brenda Jetgirls Plus Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: EVV Posts: 1,218 Recipes: Thanks: 11 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Re: the band Do you have any sort of school of music near you? When I lived in Rochester, NY, I had a friend who hired students, very talented students, from the Hochstein school of music. It was incredible and cheap! Just a thought! __________________ - Brenda, wife to Eric, Capt for Shuttle America.

05-26-2008, 07:44 PM	#7 (permalink)
Chi829 Jetgirls Ol' School Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Panama City, FL Posts: 1,399 Recipes: Thanks: 0 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Re: the band Brenda- Very good point! Bill and I had two bands at our wedding,, one played during the cocktail hour (no singer) and the other was a 4piece with a singer that played during the rest of the reception. The girls that played during out coctail hour was from Rollins college's music dept and they were VERY affordable and great! We chose to feed all of our people (all the musicians and photographers) and they were very appreciative,, __________________ Jo Happily Mrs. Adams and Mommy to Liam www.joandbillsblog.blogspot.com

05-28-2008, 09:19 AM	#8 (permalink)
elfygp Jetgirls Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Philly Posts: 78 Recipes: Thanks: 3 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: the band Thank you everyone! I live in a very musical community, and I never thought of trying to find students to play. I'll keep looking, thanks for all the ideas! __________________ cheers, kate girlfriend of andrew, american eagle fo

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