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Alan Casey Entertainment Agency has the largest range of bands and musicians for every event.    
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, Adelaide, Perth; Central Coast, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, South Coast, North Coast, Queensland, Victoria, New South Wales,
South Australia, Western Australia, Ipswich; Toowoomba, New Castle, Canberra, Cairns, Townsville, Bundaberg, QLD, NSW,  VIC,

Q & A - How much does a Band/Musicians Cost
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Bands vary in cost depending on quality of the Musicians performing in the Band

 

 The following is a guide only and subject to change

Based on a 4 hour performance

 

Solo Entertainer Rates

 $1000+ for Best in Town

$750+ for High Quality

  $600+ for Quality Bands

   $450+ for Good Standard

 

Band Rates - $$$ Per Musician
 $750+ for Best in Town

$600+ for High Quality

  $500+ for Quality Bands

   $400+ for Good Standard

 

+ 10 % GST Goods & Services Tax
 

+ 25% per additional hour over 4hrs

 

Add to the above the following fees if applicable

 

 + Travel costs if required (outside capital or base city areas )

 + Extra production costs if your audiences is over 200
 

 

Peak special days or dates may double or triple rates

New Years Eve, Christmas Day, Christmas Eve,

 

Other Prime Days may also increase the rates of a band

Australia Day, St Patrick's Day, Melbourne Cup, Mothers Day, Oktoberfest, etc.

 

You pay musicians from the moment you wish the music to start for the day to the moment you want them to stop and they can pack up and go home.

Any stops and starts in the program etc. are to be paid as performance time.

 

 

 

Q. Arrival & Setup
When does the band arrive and setup - Do we pay for this ?

Bands arrive and are set up ready approximately 1hr prior to commencement of music.

Example if the music starts at 7pm - the band usually would be ready by 6pm.
You do not pay for this set up time.
You only pay for the band from the first song to the last song of the night.

 

Extra Early Setup

If you require the band to be set up extra early this can incur extra costs.

The extra time is called down time and is calculated at 50% of performance time

Example if you wanted the band to set up 3 hours prior to commencement
1 hour for set up and 2 hours waiting around to start

They may charge you down time

If your paying $400 per musician for 4hrs = $100 per hour per musician

Down time is then $50 per hour per musician

 

 

Breaks
What breaks do bands take - Do they play recorded music during the breaks ?

 

Mostly all amplified music groups play music through their sound system while on breaks.

Instrumental groups eg. String Quartets, Harpists etc. do not play music during the breaks.

 

The average break period in a 4hr performance is
 4 x 45 minute sets on stage with 3 x 20 minute breaks
 

In a 5hr performance is
 5 x 44 minute sets on stage with 4 x 20 minute breaks

 

 

Requesting Songs
Will the band play special requested songs ?

Yes - If they have the songs in their repertoire

Some high quality professional bands are willing to rehearse a special song for you
at no additional cost.

Please note that they will require ample notice.

approx 30 days to prepare this for you.

If you require more than one song additional costs may occur.

 

Note you can supply your own music to be played

through the Sound System during the bands Breaks

 

GST  - Goods & Services Tax
What is GST & do all bands charge it ?
 

Goods & Services Tax is a government tax imposed in Australia,

calculated at 10%.

 

Eg. If a Band costs $1500 the GST would be $150 making a total of $1650 to be paid.
 

Not all bands charge GST some groups are exempt because their earnings is not over $50,000 a year and are considered to be hobbyists.

Be aware that most professional high quality band do charge GST.

 

 

Speeches & Announcements
Can I use the microphone for speeches & announcements

Yes - Bands, Musicians, DJs etc. are willing to allow you to use a microphone during the
performance time.

As the microphones are attached by leads to the bands sound system

you would need to stand on or close to the stage for this purpose.
 

If you require a roving microphone, this would need to be hired specially
at a small additional cost.
 

It is wise to check with your functions/venue manager as most venues have roving radio microphones and PA's available as part of the venue's facilities.

 

How do I Choose & Book a Band  
Easy - Phone our office. 1300 666 286

We take all the details of your event over the phone
 

We can help you choose the right band for your special event

 

Give you personal advise

 

We can send you details on different bands by email

 

You can visit our office and select your band with a consultant if you prefer

How do I pay for a Band
 

Once you have Chosen the band you want we will send you by email a
Confirmation Booking Agreement

 

You then have a written copy of the booking to ensure all is correct

 

Usually a deposit will be required - usually 25%
50 % for main line acts and peak or prime days/dates

The balance paid on the day of performance or prior to performance
Subject to Priority of the band or date of event