{"id":123,"date":"2019-08-28T16:00:56","date_gmt":"2019-08-28T15:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/188.166.168.151\/2016\/11\/29\/encores-guide-to-booking-a-function-band\/"},"modified":"2023-12-28T16:03:12","modified_gmt":"2023-12-28T16:03:12","slug":"how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Function Band Booking Guide &#8211; 2024 Prices, Advice and FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you curious about hiring a <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/hire\/function-bands\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"13\" title=\"Hire Function Bands\">function band<\/a> for a wedding or private event but don\u2019t know where to start? We\u2019ve compiled answers to the questions we hear most often, complete with tips and inside knowledge from some of our top bands.<\/p>\n<p>If you want a memorable party, a live band is a must. Imagine the excitement of dancing the night away while watching amazing performers rock out on stage!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"maxbutton-2 maxbutton maxbutton-hire-musician-long-button\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse all musicians\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/hire\/function-bands?utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&#038;utm_medium=blog&#038;utm_campaign=function-band-booking-guide&#038;utm_content=button-category-function-bands\"><span class='mb-text'>Browse all Function Bands\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>To discuss booking a function band with our team, simply email <a href=\"mailto:bookings@encoremusicians.com\">bookings@encoremusicians.com\u00a0<\/a>or <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com?utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=function-band-booking-guide&amp;utm_content=link-category-function-bands\">click here to request quotes from available bands<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s dive right in!<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/C83oL8EUwrc\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><em>Top Encore function band, <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Echoes?utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=wedding-band-booking-guide&amp;utm_content=link-profile-echoes\">Echoes<\/a> &#8211; check out more of their <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Echoes?utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=wedding-band-booking-guide&amp;utm_content=link-profile-echoes\">videos here<\/a>!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>Contents:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#one\">The Basics<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#one.1\">What styles of music can a function band play?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#one.2\">How many people are in a function band?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#one.3\">What are PAT and PLI and should my band have them?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#two\">Equipment &amp; Setup<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#two.1\">How much space does a function band need?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#two.2\">What do I need to provide?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#two.3\">What does the band provide?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#two.4\">Can a function band play outside?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#two.5\">How long will the band play for?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#three\">Music<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#three.1\">What are the five most popular tunes?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#three.2\">Can the band play my favourite song?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#four\">Booking<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#four.1\">How far in advance shall I book?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#four.2\">What&#8217;s the typical price for a function band?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#four.3\">Do I have to pay travel fees\/porterage?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#four.4\">How do I handle contracts and payment?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_57_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69ff71df89134\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-69ff71df89134\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69ff71df89134\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#The-Basics\" title=\"The Basics\">The Basics<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#What-styles-of-music-can-a-function-band-play\" title=\"What styles of music can a function band play?\">What styles of music can a function band play?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#How-many-people-are-in-a-function-band\" title=\"How many people are in a function band?\">How many people are in a function band?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#What-are-PAT-and-PLI-and-should-my-band-have-them\" title=\"What are PAT and PLI and should my band have them?\">What are PAT and PLI and should my band have them?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#Equipment-Setup\" title=\"Equipment &amp; Setup\">Equipment &amp; Setup<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#How-much-space-does-a-function-band-need\" title=\"How much space does a function band need?\">How much space does a function band need?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#What-do-I-need-to-provide\" title=\"What do I need to provide?\">What do I need to provide?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#What-does-the-band-provide\" title=\"What does the band provide?\">What does the band provide?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#Can-a-function-band-play-outside\" title=\"Can a function band play outside?\">Can a function band play outside?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#How-long-will-the-band-play-for\" title=\"How long will the band play for?\">How long will the band play for?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#Music\" title=\"Music\">Music<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#What-are-the-five-most-popular-tunes\" title=\"What are the five most popular tunes?\">What are the five most popular tunes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#Can-the-band-play-my-favourite-song\" title=\"Can the band play my favourite song?\">Can the band play my favourite song?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#Booking\" title=\"Booking\">Booking<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#How-far-in-advance-should-I-book\" title=\"How far in advance should I book?\">How far in advance should I book?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#Whats-the-typical-price-for-a-function-band\" title=\"What&#8217;s the typical price for a function band?\">What&#8217;s the typical price for a function band?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#Do-I-have-to-pay-travel-feesporterage\" title=\"Do I have to pay travel fees\/porterage?\">Do I have to pay travel fees\/porterage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-function-band-booking-guide\/#How-do-I-handle-contracts-and-payment\" title=\"How do I handle contracts and payment?\">How do I handle contracts and payment?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"anameonethebasicsa\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-Basics\"><\/span><a name=\"one\"><\/a>The Basics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4 id=\"whatstylesofmusiccanafunctionbandplay\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-styles-of-music-can-a-function-band-play\"><\/span><a id=\"one.1\"><\/a>What styles of music can a function band play?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Function bands come in a wide range of styles. Some specialise in the music of specific artists\u2014like Beatles tribute bands\u2014while some will play music from the 50s to current hits.<\/p>\n<p>Not sure what style you want? Start by checking out the videos in this blog and if you&#8217;re hungry for more, go to Encore&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/hire\/function-bands?utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=function-band-booking-guide&amp;utm_content=link-category-function-bands\">function band page<\/a> and listen to different bands&#8217; audio\/video clips and get ideas of which styles you like. You can even filter by location to find bands near you!<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"howmanypeopleareinafunctionband\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-many-people-are-in-a-function-band\"><\/span><a id=\"one.2\"><\/a>How many people are in a function band?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Band sizes start at three people and go up from there. Most groups can be flexible about the size in order to suit your budget.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LOcTmFlIQiw?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p><center><em>&#8220;We love energising audiences &#8211; a packed dance floor is guaranteed!&#8221;<\/em><br \/>\nEncore band, <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Halfway-to-New-York?utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=function-band-booking-guide&amp;utm_content=link-profile-halfway-to-new-york\">Halfway to New York<\/a><\/center><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"whatarepatandpliandshouldmybandhavethem\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-are-PAT-and-PLI-and-should-my-band-have-them\"><\/span><a id=\"one.3\"><\/a>What are PAT and PLI and should my band have them?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>PAT<\/strong> stands for portable appliance testing, and it ensures that electrical equipment is safe to use. PAT certificates should generally be no more than 12 months old, in order to comply with your venue&#8217;s insurance policy. You can find out more about PAT on this article: <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-get-pat-testing\/\">Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) explained<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PLI<\/strong> stands for Public Liability Insurance, also known as third party insurance. PLI covers damage to another person or their property during your event &#8211; for example, if one of your guests tripped over the band&#8217;s amp, PLI would insure this.<\/p>\n<p>All professional bands should have PLI, and your venue is likely to require it. Encore bands with PLI will have a badge on their profile so you can verify it easily.<\/p>\n<div class=\"enquiry-widget\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"enquiry-widget__title\">Need to hire a function band?<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"enquiry-widget__description\">Get instant quotes from our selection of the UK's top function bands.<\/div>\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t<div class=\"enquiry-widget__list\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"enquiry-widget__item\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"enquiry-widget__item__icon\">\u2b50<\/span>Over 13,000+ 5 Reviews\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"enquiry-widget__item\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"enquiry-widget__item__icon\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/span>Trusted by event planners\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"enquiry-widget__item\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"enquiry-widget__item__icon\">\u23f0<\/span>Quotes within 30 minutes\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com?enquiry=Function band&amp;utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog_enquiry_widget&amp;utm_content=functionband\"target=\"_blank\" \r\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"enquiry-widget__button maxbutton-3 maxbutton maxbutton-search-musicians\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"mb-text\">Get free quotes<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<div class=\"enquiry-widget__footer\">\r\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/uk.trustpilot.com\/review\/encoremusicians.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<span style=\"font-size:14px\">Rated Excellent<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t<img src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/img\/trustpilot\/trustpilot-stars.png?w=770&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Encore's Trustpilot rating - Excellent\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/>\r\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"enquiry-widget__footer__reviews\">See our <strong>212<\/strong> reviews on Trustpilot\r\n\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"anametwoequipmentsetupa\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Equipment-Setup\"><\/span><a name=\"two\"><\/a>Equipment &amp; Setup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4 id=\"howmuchspacedoesafunctionbandneed\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-much-space-does-a-function-band-need\"><\/span><a id=\"two.1\"><\/a>How much space does a function band need?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A six-piece band would need at least 5 x 3 meters. Remember that it&#8217;s not just the people &#8211; the band will also have to fit the PA, monitors, lighting, guitar amps, drums, and keyboards.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/N83K_LgQSF0?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p><center>Encore band, <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/StepNSoul-1?utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=function-band-booking-guide&amp;utm_content=link-profile-stepnsould\">StepNSoul<\/a><\/center><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"whatdoineedtoprovide\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-do-I-need-to-provide\"><\/span><a id=\"two.2\"><\/a>What do I need to provide?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>A <strong>power supply<\/strong> to hook up all the amplification equipment. They may also need chairs without arms.<\/li>\n<li>The band will appreciate a <strong>meal<\/strong> as there is generally no time for them to leave the venue to eat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parking<\/strong>, as the band will have a lot of kit to transport. If there is no parking near the door, they must be able to unload near the door and then move the car.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"whatdoesthebandprovide\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-does-the-band-provide\"><\/span><a id=\"two.3\"><\/a>What does the band provide?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Keyboard<\/strong>: most bands will prefer to use their own.<\/li>\n<li><strong>PA system<\/strong>: most function bands will bring their own amps, although sometimes they use the venue&#8217;s PA system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"canafunctionbandplayoutside\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can-a-function-band-play-outside\"><\/span><a id=\"two.4\"><\/a>Can a function band play outside?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Yes, as long as the weather is warm enough and adequate shelter (a gazebo or marquee that completely covers the group) and a power source is provided. Be sure to tell the musicians if they are expected to play outside!<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fnwDerwPygk?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Encore band, <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/ERA?utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=function-band-booking-guide&amp;utm_content=link-profile-era\">ERA<\/a><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"howlongwillthebandplayfor\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-long-will-the-band-play-for\"><\/span><a id=\"two.5\"><\/a>How long will the band play for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Bands usually play either two x 1-hour or three x 40-minute sets with a 15 &#8211; 30 minute break between sets. Make sure not to schedule your band during the dinner!<\/p>\n<p>Your band will also need roughly an hour for setup and soundcheck.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"anamethreemusica\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Music\"><\/span><a name=\"three\"><\/a>Music<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4 id=\"whatarethefivemostpopulartunes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-are-the-five-most-popular-tunes\"><\/span><a id=\"three.1\"><\/a>What are the five most popular tunes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Our top function bands say these five tunes are guaranteed to put some sparkle into your event:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Justin Timberlake &#8211; Can&#8217;t Stop the Feeling<\/li>\n<li>Guns &#8216;n Roses &#8211; Sweet Child o&#8217; Mine<\/li>\n<li>Bruno Mars &#8211; Uptown Funk<\/li>\n<li>Stevie Wonder &#8211; Superstition<\/li>\n<li>Walk the Moon &#8211; Shut up and Dance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"canthebandplaymyfavouritesong\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can-the-band-play-my-favourite-song\"><\/span><a id=\"three.2\"><\/a>Can the band play my favourite song?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Absolutely! Bands will know a huge amount of tunes, and if they don&#8217;t know your song, they can learn it. This may add an additional fee to your booking but is well worth the extra expense to hear your favourite song played just for you.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s worth remembering that a band will know which songs keep the dance floor packed and which songs will change the vibe, so give them your favourite tunes and let them keep the party buzzing.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pb4u13WKWlc?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Encore band, <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/MK--the-Misters?utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=function-band-booking-guide&amp;utm_content=link-profile-mk-the-misters\">MK &amp; the Misters<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"anamefourbookinga\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Booking\"><\/span><a name=\"four\"><\/a>Booking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4 id=\"howfarinadvanceshouldibook\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-far-in-advance-should-I-book\"><\/span><a id=\"four.1\"><\/a>How far in advance should I book?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>We advise booking as soon as possible, especially if you have special musical requests, but we handle last-minute bookings all the time at Encore and can easily find a function band at short notice.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"whatsthetypicalpriceforafunctionband\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats-the-typical-price-for-a-function-band\"><\/span><a id=\"four.2\"><\/a>What&#8217;s the typical price for a function band?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Each band will set their own rates, but a fee of around \u00a3200-\u00a3500\/person for two hours of playing is a roughly standard amount. 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Most musicians have a set radius from their home (generally 15-20 miles) and charge extra for any travel outside that area. Encore has function bands all over the country, so we can usually find someone close to your location.<\/p>\n<p>The standard rate is 47p\/mile per person so if the band needs to travel 50 miles each way, that&#8217;s an additional \u00a347\/person for 100 miles of travel. This amount is included as a rough guide &#8211; each band will set their own fees.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"howdoihandlecontractsandpayment\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-do-I-handle-contracts-and-payment\"><\/span><a id=\"four.4\"><\/a>How do I handle contracts and payment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The easiest way to handle contracts and payment is to book through <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com?utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=function-band-booking-guide&amp;utm_content=link-home\">Encore<\/a>. Once you have confirmed a booking with your chosen band, contracts and payments will be handled automatically by <strong>Encore Pay<\/strong>, our secure payments system and you&#8217;ll have peace of mind with our robust cancellation policy.<\/p>\n<p>To start booking a function band, head over to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com?utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=function-band-booking-guide&amp;utm_content=link-home\">our home page<\/a><\/strong> to receive tailored quotes for your event, or take a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/hire\/function-bands?utm_source=encoremusicians.com\/blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=function-band-booking-guide&amp;utm_content=link-category-function-bands\">Function Band category page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Hopefully, this guide answers all of your questions! 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