Sunday, July 29, 2018

Finding A Bay Area Elvis Tribute

By Jennifer Wilson


If you plan to put on some type of a show for a party or special event you may have decided on a tribute singer. A very popular choice for this type of live entertainment is an Elvis Presley tribute. When you are trying to find a bay area Elvis tribute there are various options available to you when booking.

The different types of Elvis Presley tribute acts available in the bay area will vary greatly and there are some things to consider when choosing one. Many of the tribute singers will actually sound very much like Elvis Presley after many years in the business. Another option is to book a look and sound alike and these singers are more expensive to hire.

Before you make any plans a book a singer you should carefully calculate your total budget. You also need to arrange a venue where the event will be held. Most venue owners will ask for a deposit to secure the premises and you can pay the balance later.

When you are deciding on a vocalist it can be worth doing a little homework to ensure the act will be suitable. Many acts will be more than happy to tailor the show to your needs such as singing your favorite Elvis songs. The prices charged will vary depending on how long the show is and what equipment is needed to put on the performance.

For around 500 dollars you are able to book a singer to turn up in a stage costume with backing music to sing. If a full show is to be staged with professional musicians playing live instruments the price will run into thousands of dollars. The professional full band set ups will usually supply their own PA system, lights and the technicians that are needed on the day.

Most people find that when hiring an act it is better to use a reputable show business agent to guarantee things run smoothly. Most agencies will offer a selection of acts and they are able to provide the equipment needed for the show. It is worth booking through an approved agent as all permits, licenses and other paperwork will be in order.

If you do not want to use an agency and prefer to book a singer directly via their web page there a couple of things to check. It is always a good idea to contact the singer by telephone or email to discuss the show and ask for any input and advice. Due to the fact artists such as Elvis frequently changed their on stage look and musical style there are many options to choose from.

When you have selected a singer for your event it can be a good idea to have a look at some past performances and read customer reviews if possible. Agents and internet booking companies will often share reviews and other information and this can be helpful. It is also useful to look at some video footage of previous shows or ask for an audio recording to help with your final selection.




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