Q: Will There Be Any Travel Expenses?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A: Whenever possible Harmonious Music includes travel expenses
in the initial contract.<\/strong>
We generally anticipate a travel distance of less than 50 miles from zip code 10923. In the event that extended travel is required we estimate the time and distance with the services of Mapquest.com. We charge a travel fee of $50 per musician for every 50 miles of travel over the initial 50 miles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Q: How Far In Advance Should I Hire?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A: We book up to 1 year ahead of the event.<\/strong>

To ensure availability, it is best to book as soon as you know the location date and time of your event.
Don\u2019t forget, your deposit is fully refundable up to 30 days prior to the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Q: Will the Ensemble Attend the Wedding Rehearsal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A: In some cases it is possible.<\/strong>
Depending on scheduling it may be possible for our musicians to attend the rehearsal, but it is really an unnecessary expense. The wedding rehearsal is more to assemble the wedding party and organize how to walk, stand and exit. Our musicians are experienced at playing wedding ceremonies and do not need to rehearse. If you would like to practice with the music, we can put together a CD or email you MP3 files of your selections so that you may play them at the rehearsal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Q: What Will The Musicians Wear?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A: Men will wear black suits and women will wear dressy black unless otherwise requested.<\/strong>
It may be possible for men to wear tuxedos and for women to wear dressy colors if you prefer. The musicians may also be willing to wear costumes for period reenactments at additional cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Q: How Well Do the Instruments Project?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A: It depends on the ensemble and acoustics of your chosen venue.<\/strong>

It is important to position the musicians where the majority of your guests will be able to easily enjoy them. Typical locations include close proximity to the hors d\u2019oeuvres, buffet or entrance.
For most outdoor wedding ceremonies and events of around 100 people the sound of string and wind instruments will carry well enough with no amplification assuming there isn\u2019t a great deal of background noise.
For indoor receptions, most small ensembles will be audible in venues holding around 200 guests such as old wooden buildings, mansions or churches. If you expect to have a guest list of 200 people or more, Harmonious Music recommends the use of amplification for all instruments and voices. Harmonious Music offers the use of a PA system and microphones at additional cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Q: Should I Provide Food for the Musicians?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A: You are not required to provide food for the entertainers.<\/strong> However, for events lasting longer than two hours it is greatly appreciated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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