Answers to frequently asked questions
Full Motion:
The size of FM is normally an 8 piece smallest. This is the foundation of the band consisting of drums, bass, keyboards, sax and a male and 2 female vocalists. These musicians are always a part of any size of band you choose.
The next size up is an 11 piece when we add 2 trumpets and a trombone. This is the most common size for performances. From here only dancers are added. Generally 2 dancers but as many as 8 can be the most effective.
No matter what size of band you choose, we play the same music. We have written charts for the band to perform so in every size of the band the songs would be performed the same.
We will learn one song for your event. Unless the song is not within the scope of the bands ability to perform the song. We would be happy to learn more but there would be a fee for the time it would take for us to write the chart and learn it.
We always make announcements.
We wear all black suits or costumes depending on the event.
Tuxedo if requested.
Stage sizes:
12' deep by 16' wide (8 piece)
16' deep by 24' wide (11 piece)
24' deep by 30' wide (11 piece w/dancers)
We always provide a sound system and lights adequate to cover a room of about 300 people.
Power needs: Generally 4 dedicated clean 20 amp circuits. Nothing else can be plugged into the outlets that the band uses. Especially lights.
When needing slightly larger sound and lights to cover a room of up to 500 or more specific power requirements will be needed.
We provide wireless microphones.
We play CD's or an iPod during breaks.
You can give us CD's to play.
The band does need to eat. Box lunches are not acceptable.
4 hours are the usual length of the bands performance.
We can provide solo piano, duo, trio or a quartet for cocktails. Generally this is a trio and consists of keyboards, bass and sax. For a quartet we add drums. There is an additional charge for this if it is outside the 4 hours contracted for the band.
We also use these configurations for a Wedding Ceremony.
We perform all over the United States. There is an additional fee for traveling and expenses such as airfare; the purchaser must pay for hotel rooms, meals and backline.
Backline is guitar and bass amps, keyboards and amp, and drums. A sound system will also need to be provided which would include microphones for the singers etc.
We have an equipment list and tech rider that can be provided that is specific and detailed if requested. If there is a question or concern that has not been addressed here. Please feel free to email or call.