Booking the perfect entertainment for your wedding can be confusing and downright nerve-wracking.
Answering all these questions with one solution may sound almost impossible, but Andy can offer you a simple entertainment solution that will help to transform your memorable event in a truly magnificent one.
Andy will meet with you one-on-one to especially tailor the perfect solution for your wedding day. With a genre and style to match every moment and mood of your special day, and the option for both live music and DJ services, Andy is the one-stop-shop for all your wedding entertainment requirements.
Andy performs at weddings all over the country, and some venues include:
Hi Andy, Thank you so much for your wonderful music on Sunday, we had such great feedback and I wish I was there to hear more! Also thank you for staying back for us and playing us our last song which was really beautiful, a highlight of our night! - Wedding of Catherine & Matt (November 2011)
Hi Andy, Justin and I just wanted to say a massive thanks to You, Zane and the drummer for playing at our wedding reception. We think the music is the most important part of a wedding reception and you guys couldn’t have done a better job. We had so many people tell us how good you guys were but it was very obvious as there were people on the dancefloor all night. I will definitely recommend you to everyone.Sian and Justin, February 2012
Good morning, Andy. I just wanted to say a BIG thankyou to you and your band for playing so beautifully at our wedding! All our guests had such a great time and we got so many comments on how fantastic the band was!!! One of my friends even said 'this is the band I wanted for my wedding!'. He is also a big jazz fan! Lina and Paul (March 2012)
Hi Andy, thank you so much for performing at our wedding reception earlier in the month. Your performance was amazing and everyone I have spoken to loved what you did. The choices in songs were perfect and by the look of the dance floor throughout the night were great to dance to. Jason and Kate, March 2012
Andy usually sets up in the afternoon and returns at the appointed performance time. As a precaution, you are advised to check that the reception venue has the facility to provide background music until Andy commences live music.
Andy is always open to performing at the ceremony as well as the reception. Andy can play alto sax, soprano sax or flute as a roving performer if your ceremony is outdoors. Otherwise, Andy can set up a second set of equipment at the ceremony, allowing him to quickly get from ceremony to reception with a minimal amount of fuss.
All options for extra performance places and times can be discussed and incorporated into your entertainment package.
During the early part of the reception, Andy will start with easy listening music. After the formalities, he will up the tempo to get the party going and keep the dance floor filled. A wide variety of dinner and dance music in carefully arranged sets is an important factor in the success of any function.
Andy will always endeavour to meet face-to-face with each couple to discuss the important elements of the reception. During this meeting, Andy will construct a running sheet for the music, which will take into account the timing of the following formalities:
As well as the provision of good music, an important part of the performer’s function is the expertise to select music that is appropriate for the particular occasion. You should be able to relax and enjoy the party safe in the knowledge that Andy has the experience to know exactly what to play and when to play it.
The order of songs is not pre-planned, as every function is different. A careful selection of appropriate songs (on average 60) will be performed during the function - taking into account the mood, the response of your guests and any special requests you may have.
A sample song list is available from the website and this is supplied purely for the purpose of demonstrating the style and general content. This list can change from time to time, as some songs are dropped and new ones added. Current covers are rarely listed as they change so frequently.
As a general rule, Andy will perform four sets of up to 45mins each. Appropriate breaks (approx 20mins) will be organized to fit in with your format. Exact set times and breaks will be decided when discussing and formulating a running sheet for the evening.
Background music will be played through the PA where appropriate. You are most welcome to BYO iPod with your own selection of backround and / or dance music.
Special note: Please discuss with venue any noise restrictions or cut-off times, as we take no responsibility for such matters.
Andy provides all of his own PA equipment, lighting and instruments. Andy also provides a wireless radio microphone for speeches and formalities.
For a solo performance, Andy will need 3m x 2m clear space to set up his keyboard and PA system. For each extra performer accompanying, please allow another 1m x 2m. If the venue is upstairs or requires security access or passes to gain entry, please let Andy know when you meet to plan with him prior to the wedding day.
Please ensure that there is adequate power provided to the stage area, especially if the reception is outdoors or in a marquee. Andy needs approximately 15A total power load to operate all his equipment.
Andy performs at many venues all over Melbourne and Geelong, and you are more than welcome to attend any of Andy's public performances.
If you would like to see video footage of Andy performing live with the Gentlemen's Swing Club Quartet, please visit Andy's Youtube Channel to watch excepts from Andy's "Live @ GPAC" DVD.
Andy's Youtube Channel