Frequently Asked Questions
1. What combinations of instruments and singers are available?
Almost any you can think of. Here is a list of the most commonly requested instrument combinations.
a. String Quartet (2 Violins, 1 Viola, 1 Cello)
b. Brass Quintet (2 Trumpets, 1 Trombone, 1 French Horn, 1 Tuba)
c. Guitar and Flute
d. Voice and Piano or Organ
e. Trumpet and Piano (Organ for church settings)
f. Harp Duet
g. String Trio (2 Violins, 1 Viola) (2 Violins, 1 Cello) and others.
h. String Duo (2 Violins) (1 Violin, 1 Cello) (1 Violin, 1 Viola) and others.
i. Guitar Duo
j. Soprano, Trumpet, and Piano or Organ
k. Soprano, Trumpet, and String Quartet
2. I can't find a sound clip of the combination I would like to hire. Do you have one you can send me?
If we have a recording we will be happy to send it to you via email or through the regular mail.
3. Can I add a singer to perform my favorite song?
Yes, provided the song is in the singers' repertoire. You may request a song outside of the standard repertoire as long as there is sufficient time for preparation. Our singers are capable of performing a range of styles in the following languages: Latin, German, Italian, French, Spanish, and English.
4. What do you recommend for a church wedding? An outdoor wedding?
For a traditional church wedding we suggest all classical. Many churches actually require it, so it's best to check with yours first. If it is a large church consider a brass quintet or trumpet with organ. Throughout history royalty has been presented and greeted with the heralding of trumpets and the rich tones of the organ. It is a wonderful sound and will add a regal touch!
It is also traditional in a church wedding to have a solo performed by a classical singer, often accompanied by organ or piano. This is usually during communion or the lighting of the Unity Candle. Some favorites are Panis Angelicus, Ave Maria, The Gift of Love, and others. In Catholic ceremonies there may be a solo when presenting gifts to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Consider "Ave Maria" for this.
Outdoor and garden weddings or other venues are perfect for string quartets, harp duets, woodwind quintets, and guitar with flute. Any type of music is beautiful with these combinations. Vocal songs like All I Ask Of You, The Prayer, You Raise Me Up, Flower Duet from Lakme, and others are less traditional and very popular! Consider these groups when electricity is either not provided or not allowed.
Keep in mind that really anything goes. This is your day and you should choose music of any style to be performed by the type of instruments that appeal to you most. We will work with you to find the perfect arrangement.
5. Can you alter the size of a group to fit my budget?
Yes! We will give you many options or suggest alternatives to better fit your budget.
6. Do you provide DJ services?
Yes! Please email us to discuss DJ services, rates and availability or visit our Pricing page to receive a quote by email.
7. Are you educated in music?
Yes! All of the musicians we offer have at least a Bachelor of Music Degree, all from leading music universities. Most have a Master of Music or a Doctorate of Music. Owners Amy and Ryan Bullard each earned a Master of Music in Performance from The University of Southern California in Los Angeles and have performed all over North America, Europe, and Asia.
8. Do you have any professional affiliations?
Yes. We are members of the American Federation of Musicians (AFM) Local 47 and the American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA).
9. How do I book a solo musician or group for my event?
Please fill out the form on the Pricing page of this site. We will contact you via email with a rate quote based on the information you provide. Once you decide to book a musician or a group, please email or call and we will discuss the details as well as answer any questions you may have. When you are ready we will send a contract through email for you to sign and return with your 50% deposit necessary to "hold the date". The remaining balance is due two weeks before the event. Closer to the date of your event we will call you to confirm all the final details.
10. What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept personal checks and credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express). Credit card transactions are conducted securely through PayPal.com, for a 3% fee.
11. My event is only a week away. Is it too late to reserve musicians?
As long as the musicians you are requesting are available we will do whatever it takes to make your event a success.
12. Can we have the musicians perform live for us before we book them?
We do not provide this service as part of the consultation. You are welcome to attend any of the musician's public performances. Please check our "Calendar" for upcoming events. Special permission may be granted to attend one of our private events.
13. What is the procedure for hiring musicians, making payments, choosing music, and coordinating the details of my event?
We walk you through each step so that you have one less thing to worry about. Here are step by step instructions:
- Browse our site, listen to samples, and read about our musicians and DJ services. If you are interested in receiving a price quote and more information fill out our Pricing Form. You will receive an email with information on availability and a printable version of our current rates and fees.
- Once you have decided on the musicians or DJ services you would like, email or call us. We will then ask you to fill out an online form with all the details. Your contract will arrive via email as a printable "pdf. file" attachment. Print, sign, initial, and send the contract to us with your 50% deposit. If you have reserved us with less than two weeks to go before your event then the entire amount will be due with the contract.
- Once we receive your contract and deposit we will email you a confirmation and information on the next step for choosing music.
- The remaining 50% of the total price is due two weeks prior to your event. We will send an email confirmation when it arrives. We will then contact you by phone to coordinate the final details.
- On the day of your event the musicians will arrive anywhere from 30-60 minutes early for setup.
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