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WEDDINGS & EVENTS

We frequently get calls and emails with questions about booking special events. We have tried to answer some of the questions below.

Q1: What is your price and how do we book your band?

A: Bueller is cheaper than many other wedding or special event bands since we are our own booking agents and do not take a commission. However, we do occasionally book larger events through local talent agencies.

We have played many parties and weddings and typically play 2-3 45 min sets with lighter (CD) music in between, depending on how long the reception is.

Our price depends on the following factors:

1) place the wedding or event is (Nashville, Louisville, Chicago, etc)
2) if we are providing sound equipment/backline
3) if we are providing lighting equipment/backline
4) if we are required to learn extra songs for the event etc
5) if you want a 4 piece or 5 piece band (female singer)
6) date of event- is it peak wedding season or "off-peak" months, which are typically January through early April.

Our quotes are usually anywhere from $600-3000 depending on if we have to rent equipment, travel, learn extra songs, dress in silly costumes, etc. We are not (unfortunately) cheaper than a DJ because we are a live band! Plus, we like to think we entertain and interact with the crowd (taking requests) and having fun!

We have played hundreds of weddings and special events in the past. Here are some testimonials...

We require a 50% deposit and a contract signed by both parties to reserve the date.



Q2: What should a bride-to-be look for when selecting a wedding band?

A: Versatility is an important consideration. Not only should a good wedding band have a large degree of variety in their repertoire.The band should also be flexible enough to be able to perform at different volume levels appropriate for different times during the course of a wedding reception. They should be able to provide announcments if needed.

Other factors to consider are reliability and stability. It is important to make sure that a band being considered for a wedding reception has been together for a reasonable amount of time with its current personnel. Hiring a band that has a propensity to change band members frequently is a situation that is best to avoid.


Q3: Why is a band preferable to a DJ?

A: There is no substitute for the excitement of a live performance. Ask anyone if they would rather listen to their favorite artist's CD or see their favorite artist perform live. Perhaps the reason that many people prefer DJ's over bands is the cost -- or the fact that some bands are not diverse enough to adequately play the variety of music necessary for a wedding reception.

Nowadays, most wedding bands are equipped with their own DJ equipment, which enables them to accommodate your requests for playing CD versions of certain songs



Q4: Can certain songs be requested to play / avoid?

A: It has always been our policy to encourage brides and grooms to provide us with a list of their special requests, as well as a list of songs they would like us to avoid playing. We will typically combine the bride's request list with our own expertise in determining which songs would be the most effective to use at any given time during the course of a wedding reception.

Q5: What sort of experience should a wedding band have?

A: An experienced wedding band is usually well versed in the flow of events at a wedding reception. It is the band's job to work with the function director and other professionals involved, in coordinating the different events that take place. For example, the band needs to make sure the photographer and videographer are informed before they begin the cake-cutting ceremony. The band will usually provide the bride and groom with a sheet to fill out indicating all of the announcements, special dance selections and other details regarding the order of events that will take place during the reception. The band will then oversee the affair to ensure a smooth transition from one event to another, allowing the bride and groom to relax and enjoy their special day.

Q6: What size band should I hire?

A: It is frequently believed that a 10-piece band will produce a "larger" sound than a 5-piece band. This is not necessarily the case. Talented musicians who work well together can often create a "larger" and better sound than bands that employ a larger number of musicians. What determines whether or not a band will have a "large enough sound" to fill a specific venue is inevitably the quality and power of the band?s sound system, and not the number of musicians in the band.

Q7: What should someone ask their reception site in regards to the band?

A: That is a good question. Frequently a bride-to-be will coordinate matters separately with the reception site and the band. This can occasionally lead to unforeseen difficulties on the day of the reception. We often recommend that a bride consult with both the reception site and the band in determining matters pertaining to the setup of the band. Where the band would optimally set up at the site is often a variable that can best be determined by consulting with both the band and function facility. Also, the floor plan mapping out the setup of the guests' tables is something that the band can often be helpful with. We usually recommend that tables reserved for older guests be placed in areas that are not too close to the band's speakers.

Q8: How many breaks does the band usually take?

A: During a four hour function, there are typically three sets with two breaks in between. The first break usually occurs when the main course is being served. The band then would play background CD music during the main course. The second break typically occurs between the two dance sets, during which the band would play dance music on CD's to keep the party going.

Q9: Any other tips someone should consider when choosing a wedding band?

A: Be careful attempting to judge the quality of a band on the basis of a videotape presentation. The vast majority of videotapes that are used to market wedding bands are altered. depicting the way a band actually appears and sounds during a live performance. Lip-synching and a host of special visual effects are typically employed in these productions. You can always come see Bueller live in Nashville. We play a minumum of one live show per week.