Question 1

What is your typical band?

Accepted Answer

Hella Fitzgerald’s standard setup is a 6 piece band that includes female vocals, keyboards, bass, drums, and two horns. We can always add on additional instruments to create the band of your dreams.

Question 2

Can the band also help with ceremony and cocktail hour?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! We work with some of the finest musicians in the Bay Area who can handle all your musical needs for your big day. For ceremony, we’ve coordinated everything from acoustic guitar, keyboards, string quartet, harp, we’ve got it all! We also have a ceremony sound package that includes a wireless lapel microphone, wireless handheld microphone, speaker and dedicated sound engineer. For cocktail hour, we love to have a few of our band members play as an instrumental duo or trio, providing a welcoming and warm atmosphere.

Question 3

What style of music do you play?

Accepted Answer

Hella Fitzgerald keeps the party going with a mix of vintage jazz & blues, classic soul, funk, R&B, the '90s, and contemporary songs.

Question 4

Do you play corporate events?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! From corporate events to weddings to birthday parties - we are open to all events big and small.

Question 5

Does your band bring its own sound system?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and we can take care of all your sound needs for the entire event.

Question 6

Can we use your sound equipment for speeches?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our sound will already be set up and we are happy to provide microphones for officiants and speeches. If you are interested in wireless and/or lapel microphones, let us know, and we can make that happen.

Question 7

Are you fully insured?

Accepted Answer

yes we have liability insurance!

Question 8

Can you MC my event?

Accepted Answer

Yep!

Question 9

Can we request songs?

Accepted Answer

We will send you a song request sheet a few months prior to your event. You can list your general likes and dislikes as well as any must plays or do not plays. We do our best to create the best cross-generational setlist to keep the party going. With that in mind, we are happy to tailor the song list to your general likes. Special dances (first dance, parent dances) are included in our quote at no additional fee - even if they are not on our master list!

Question 10

How early do you come to set up?

Accepted Answer

We usually block out a 90 min- 2 hour load in time, but other arrangements can be made

Question 11

Will you learn a new song for us?

Accepted Answer

Of course, Hella Fitzgerald is able to learn up to three special songs for you. Just be sure to give us at least 30 days notice so the band has time to learn the request.

Question 12

How long does the band play for?

Accepted Answer

Our 5 and 6 piece band can play up to three dance sets, our 4 piece band can provide one instrumental set plus two sets with vocals.

Question 13

What do you wear?

Accepted Answer

Vintage Formal is our go to! However we can customize or adapt to party themes as requested.

Question 14

Can you provide specialty, religious, or ethnic musicians?

Accepted Answer

We have partnerships with band comprising of members from varied cultural backgrounds that we contract with as part of your event. We are able to perform live for a Hora as well.

Question 15

Does the band play during dinner?

Accepted Answer

In our experience, we find that it is better to have pre-recorded music during that time. We know your friends and family have traveled from far and wide to be here and we want them to be able to enjoy the conversation.

Question 16

Can your band DJ during the breaks?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can supply your own playlist or use our carefully curated playlist, guaranteed to keep the party going.

Question 17

Does your band need a stage?

Accepted Answer

We do not require a stage, but if you choose to provide one, we need to specify the dimensions ahead of time.

Question 18

Does your band provide lighting?

Accepted Answer

Lighting is not included, but you may request it for an additional fee. We provide light tress or individual uplights.

Question 19

Do you travel?

Accepted Answer

We do travel!

Question 20

Who will be my contact day of?

Accepted Answer

Your day of contact will be disclosed to you before your event, but will most likely be the lead singer of your band.

Question 21

Can the band play outside?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the band can play outside but we do require a hard, flat, dry surface and cover as instruments, electrical cables, and water are a fire hazard. Partial or full shade must be provided for protection of the musicians and their instruments. In cold weather, heat lamps must be provided.

Question 22

How much power do you need?

Accepted Answer

For the main staging area, we require a minimum of 2 separate isolated 15+ amp outlets. These must be on separate circuits from one another, and not tied to any circuits used by other heavy power-drawing devices (ovens, coffee makers, etc).

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