Thank you for choosing Stardust Productions for your corporate event. The following list has been compiled in order to answer some of the most frequently asked questions regarding your event and the entertainment. Please feel free to contact us with any additional questions you may have. We prefer to begin dialoguing the event approximately six weeks prior to the event. It is necessary to begin our conversation at this time to ensure that any special song requests can be honored, and that the flow of the event can be properly planned and discussed. As a rule, at the beginning of your event week, we will touch base as well. At this time we will review and confirm all information, discuss any last minute changes, and go through the flow of the event in great detail. The reason for this week-of check in is twofold: (a) it keeps the event fresh in our minds, and (b) most last minute changes have usually occurred by this time and we can account for them. The Stardust Band comes with a state of the art sound system, which can cover up to 400 people on the dance floor. If you are having a larger event and need sound reinforcement for a larger number of people, we recommend securing an outside sound company to handle the sound requirements of your event. After securing THE STARDUST BAND, we will be happy to assist you in planning your cocktail hour music. We can provide a large variety of ensemble choices as well as a substantial repertoire of music for this portion of the event. From strings & harps to brass quintets, whatever your tastes dictate, we can provide the artists for you. We find that a wonderful way to start a party is to have the band playing as the guests enter the room or arrive at the party. This sets a stylish tone and is an elegant way to start the festivities. This means that the band must have a starting time that allows for starting before the guests enter the room.
[back to top] If the event includes dinner service, the band will perform live background music throughout the various courses until the main course is served. At this time the band normally breaks for dinner. Due to driving time, setting up, and playing during mealtimes, the band rarely has time to eat. This provision is in the contract to ensure a happy and energetic band. The band carries a state of the art sound system that enables us to play CD's during our breaks. There will never be any "down time" as there will always be music playing at your event. If the event is a formal affair (black-tie), the band will wear tuxedos. This can be the black variety, or white dinner jackets. If the party is informal, the band will wear business attire (jacket & tie) at the discretion of the client.
[back to top] Any changes to an existing contract must be in writing. Small changes are usually not a problem, and we will always do our best to accommodate you. A major time change may not be possible due to another engagement booked on that same day. Overtime is possible when the band does not have another engagement following yours. Overtime is usually done "on-the-fly". At approximately 15 minutes before the band is scheduled to stop performing, we will locate you to see what you would like us to do. If you would like us to continue, we will continue performing with billing done in 1/2-hour increments. A deposit and signed contract are required. All major credit cards are accepted and all dates are secured on a first-come/first-serve basis. There is a 10-day turnaround for the contract & deposit and we are happy to work with you on your financing. Once we receive your contract and deposit the date is yours. We hope that we have answered some of your questions and that our experience and insight into your questions is helpful in the planning of your event. Thank you for choosing THE STARDUST BAND - we look forward to helping make your event a resounding success!
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