{"id":6260,"date":"2025-09-23T13:09:05","date_gmt":"2025-09-23T12:09:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/?p=6260"},"modified":"2025-09-23T13:09:05","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T12:09:05","slug":"how-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"How much does a Christmas Party band cost?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><em>Looking for clear guidance on how much a Christmas <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/hire\/party-bands\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"14\" title=\"Hire Party Bands\">party band<\/a> costs? Here is a practical breakdown of what to expect in December, why Fridays and Saturdays cost more, and a few real-world examples so you can budget with confidence.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\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-69d7b9b6ab60d\" ><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-69d7b9b6ab60d\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69d7b9b6ab60d\"><\/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-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#The-quick-answer\" title=\"The quick answer\">The quick answer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#December-premiums-explained\" title=\"December premiums explained\">December premiums explained<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#Weekday-vs-weekend-pricing-at-a-glance\" title=\"Weekday vs weekend pricing at a glance\">Weekday vs weekend pricing at a glance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#What-is-usually-included\" title=\"What is usually included\">What is usually included<\/a><\/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-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#Alternative-act-types-and-December-price-guides\" title=\"Alternative act types and December price guides\">Alternative act types and December price guides<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#Worked-examples\" title=\"Worked examples\">Worked examples<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#Example-1-Five-piece-party-band-on-a-Friday-in-Birmingham\" title=\"Example 1. Five piece party band on a Friday in Birmingham\">Example 1. Five piece party band on a Friday in Birmingham<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#Example-2-Jazz-trio-on-a-Tuesday-in-London\" title=\"Example 2. Jazz trio on a Tuesday in London\">Example 2. Jazz trio on a Tuesday in London<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#Example-3-DJ-plus-sax-on-a-Thursday-in-Manchester\" title=\"Example 3. DJ plus sax on a Thursday in Manchester\">Example 3. DJ plus sax on a Thursday in Manchester<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#How-to-keep-costs-under-control-without-downgrading-the-experience\" title=\"How to keep costs under control without downgrading the experience\">How to keep costs under control without downgrading the experience<\/a><\/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-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#Key-budgeting-steps\" title=\"Key budgeting steps\">Key budgeting steps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-christmas-party-band-cost\/#Summary\" title=\"Summary\">Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-quick-answer\"><\/span>The quick answer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>December premium:<\/strong> expect <strong>10 to 30%<\/strong> more than standard months due to peak demand.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weekday vs weekend:<\/strong> <strong>Sunday to Thursday<\/strong> is cheaper. <strong>Friday and Saturday<\/strong> carry the highest rates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Typical December ranges for party bands:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>3 to 4 piece:<\/strong> \u00a3900 to \u00a31,600 on weekdays, \u00a31,200 to \u00a32,200 on Fri or Sat<\/li>\n<li><strong>5 to 6 piece:<\/strong> \u00a31,600 to \u00a32,400 on weekdays, \u00a32,000 to \u00a33,200 on Fri or Sat<\/li>\n<li><strong>7 to 9 piece with brass:<\/strong> \u00a32,400 to \u00a34,000 on weekdays, \u00a33,000 to \u00a35,000 on Fri or Sat<\/li>\n<li><strong>10 to 12 piece showband:<\/strong> \u00a34,000 to \u00a38,000 on weekdays, \u00a35,000 to \u00a310,000 on Fri or Sat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Location factor:<\/strong> London and the South East can sit <strong>10 to 20%<\/strong> higher.<\/li>\n<li><strong>New Year\u2019s Eve:<\/strong> often <strong>1.8 to 3.0 times<\/strong> a standard December date.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These are guide ranges. Final quotes depend on lineup, travel, arrival times, venue access, and finish time.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"December-premiums-explained\"><\/span>December premiums explained<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>December is the busiest month of the year. Bands juggle back-to-back bookings, late finishes, and tricky city centre load-ins, so rates reflect this pressure. You will see the highest prices on <strong>Fridays and Saturdays from the first weekend of December until Christmas<\/strong>. Sundays and midweek dates are more flexible, especially in the first half of the month.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weekday-vs-weekend-pricing-at-a-glance\"><\/span>Weekday vs weekend pricing at a glance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<colgroup>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/><\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Band size<\/th>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Sun to Thu (Dec)<\/th>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Fri or Sat (Dec)<\/th>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">3 to 4 piece party band<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a3900\u2013\u00a31,600<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a31,200\u2013\u00a32,200<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Great all rounder for 100 to 200 guests<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">5 to 6 piece party band<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a31,600\u2013\u00a32,400<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a32,000\u2013\u00a33,200<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Adds keys, second vocalist or extra guitar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">7 to 9 piece with brass<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a32,400\u2013\u00a34,000<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a33,000\u2013\u00a35,000<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Bigger sound and stage presence<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">10 to 12 piece showband<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a34,000\u2013\u00a38,000<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a35,000\u2013\u00a310,000<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Premium look, multiple vocalists, full brass<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>If a quote sits outside these ranges, check the add-ons and logistics. Early load-in, long idle time, and very late finishes can add up.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-is-usually-included\"><\/span>What is usually included<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most party band quotes in December include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Performance time:<\/strong> typically <strong>2 x 60 minutes<\/strong> or <strong>2 x 45 minutes<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Sound and lighting:<\/strong> suitable PA and basic party lighting<\/li>\n<li><strong>Playlist music between sets:<\/strong> to keep the room moving<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insurance and safety:<\/strong> PLI and PAT certificates<\/li>\n<li><strong>Standard arrival and finish:<\/strong> arrival around 5 to 6 pm, finish by 11 to midnight<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Common extras:<\/strong> early setup, extended waiting time, additional sets, custom song requests, late finish after midnight, significant travel or accommodation, city centre parking and congestion charges.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternative-act-types-and-December-price-guides\"><\/span>Alternative act types and December price guides<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<colgroup>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/><\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Act type<\/th>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Sun to Thu (Dec)<\/th>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Fri or Sat (Dec)<\/th>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Where it fits best<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Professional <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/hire\/djs\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"3\" title=\"Hire DJs\">DJ<\/a><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a3350-\u00a3800<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a3500-\u00a31,200<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Dancefloor focus, flexible genres<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">DJ + live <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/hire\/saxophonists\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"7\" title=\"Hire Saxophonists\">sax<\/a> or percussion<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a3900-\u00a31,600<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a31,200-\u00a32,000<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Club feel with a live edge<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Acoustic duo<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a3300-\u00a3700<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a3450-\u00a3900<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Drinks receptions, smaller rooms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/hire\/roaming-bands\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"8\" title=\"Hire Roaming Bands\">Roaming band<\/a> 3 to 5 piece<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a31,100-\u00a32,000<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a31,400-\u00a32,800<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Interactive, no stage needed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Jazz trio<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a3500-\u00a31,200<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a3700-\u00a31,600<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Stylish background and early evening<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/hire\/string-quartets\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"10\" title=\"Hire String Quartets\">String quartet<\/a><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a3600-\u00a31,200<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a3800-\u00a31,600<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Classy welcome sets and dinners<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Christmas choir or vocal group<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a3800-\u00a32,000<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\u00a31,000-\u00a33,000<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">Big festive impact at arrivals<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Worked-examples\"><\/span>Worked examples<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>These are illustrative quotes so you can see where costs come from.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example-1-Five-piece-party-band-on-a-Friday-in-Birmingham\"><\/span>Example 1. Five piece party band on a Friday in Birmingham<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Base Fri rate in December: <strong>\u00a32,200<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Travel and parking: <strong>\u00a3100<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Early load-in at 3 pm due to venue turnaround: <strong>\u00a3150<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Late finish at 1 am: <strong>\u00a3200<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>One special song request: <strong>\u00a350<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Estimated total:<\/strong> <strong>\u00a32,700<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example-2-Jazz-trio-on-a-Tuesday-in-London\"><\/span>Example 2. Jazz trio on a Tuesday in London<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Base Tue rate in December: <strong>\u00a3900<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Central London parking and congestion: <strong>\u00a360<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Estimated total:<\/strong> <strong>\u00a3960<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example-3-DJ-plus-sax-on-a-Thursday-in-Manchester\"><\/span>Example 3. DJ plus sax on a Thursday in Manchester<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>DJ three hour set: <strong>\u00a3650<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Sax add-on: <strong>\u00a3400<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Estimated total:<\/strong> <strong>\u00a31,050<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-keep-costs-under-control-without-downgrading-the-experience\"><\/span>How to keep costs under control without downgrading the experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pick a Sunday to Thursday date.<\/strong> You will get more choice and better rates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Choose a smaller lineup.<\/strong> A tight <strong>4 piece<\/strong> with two vocalists can sound huge.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bundle services.<\/strong> Many bands offer a <strong>DJ add-on<\/strong> which is cheaper than hiring a separate DJ.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reduce idle time.<\/strong> Avoid very early load-ins if the band then sits for hours before playing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Limit the late finish.<\/strong> Midnight finishes are cheaper than 1 am.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Book local.<\/strong> Less travel and no accommodation keeps quotes lean.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lock in early.<\/strong> Prices creep up as December fills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key-budgeting-steps\"><\/span>Key budgeting steps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Fix your <strong>date, venue, and finish time<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Decide on <strong>lineup size<\/strong> and the type of show you want.<\/li>\n<li>Ask for an <strong>all-in quote<\/strong> that lists arrival, finish, sets, PA, lighting, travel and any add-ons.<\/li>\n<li>Compare <strong>Sun to Thu<\/strong> vs <strong>Fri or Sat<\/strong> for the same act.<\/li>\n<li>Confirm <strong>parking, access and sound limits<\/strong> with the venue so there are no surprises.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Why are Fridays and Saturdays more expensive in December?<\/strong><br \/>\nDemand is highest and acts can only take one booking per night. Peak dates carry peak pricing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are midweek dates always cheaper?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes in most cases. Early December Sundays to Thursdays often have the best availability and rates.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do bands charge more in London?<\/strong><br \/>\nOften yes. Travel time, parking and congestion are real costs. Expect a 10 to 20 percent uplift.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What about New Year\u2019s Eve?<\/strong><br \/>\nExpect 1.8 to 3.0 times a standard date. It is the single highest demand night of the year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How far in advance should I book?<\/strong><br \/>\nFor Friday and Saturday dates in December, <strong>3 to 6 months<\/strong> ahead is sensible. For popular bands, <strong>6 to 12 months<\/strong> is safer.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span>Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Set your date, decide the scale of band you actually need, and get a clear all-in quote that matches your logistics.<\/li>\n<li>If you are flexible on day of the week, you will save money.<\/li>\n<li>If you want the fullest sound at peak times, plan for the premium.<\/li>\n<li>Book through Encore Musicians to find the right act to make your Christmas party feel memorable rather than predictable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Ready to price up your event<\/strong><br \/>\nTo browse top-rated party bands, compare weekday and weekend quotes, or ask for tailored options that fit your date, venue and budget, head over to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.encoremusicians.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">www.encoremusicians.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for clear guidance on how much a Christmas party band costs? 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