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Tips For Hiring A Variety Band

Hiring the right variety band in Manhattan can be challenging, but GigMasters makes it fun and easy! Here are five helpful tips for hiring the perfect Manhattan variety band music for your special event:

1. Listen to audio and watch video of as many Manhattan variety bands as you can. Variety bands in Manhattan are plentiful on GigMasters, and the typical Manhattan variety bands all have multiple audio and video samples available on their GigMasters press kits.

2. Thoroughly read client feedback. Many GigMasters clients who have hired a Manhattan variety band have left useful feedback about their experiences. Also keep in mind, a full variety band in Manhattan might be larger than what you'd like, but often times a variety band can reduce the size of its ensemble in order to suit your budget.

3. Book early. A great Manhattan New York variety band might need to be booked 12 to 18 months in advance.

4. Get a contract and read it carefully. Most professional Manhattan NY variety bands will also require a deposit in order to secure them.

5. Follow up with your Manhattan variety band as often as you need to.

Manhattan Variety Bands

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1. The Jon Bates Band

(5 Reviews)

Location:: Katonah, NY (40 mi. from Manhattan)
Pay Range:: $1500-$15000 per event
Member Since:: 2009
Category:: Variety Band Manhattan

THE JON BATES BAND is a unique blend of extraordinary musicians and vocalists, with a magical chemistry that has evolved from a passion for playing music, shared experiences, and deep personal friendships over many years. They have performed at some of the most high profile venues and events around the world, and entertained for parties with guest lists including some of the most prominent names i... more
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2. 706 Music

(4 Reviews)

Location:: Belleville, NJ (10 mi. from Manhattan)
Pay Range:: $200-$2000 per event
Member Since:: 2010
Category:: Variety Band Manhattan

706 music will provide music of the highest professional quality, whatever the style or the nature of your event. We have nearly 30 years of experience performing for both public and private affairs. Our ensembles include wedding bands, classical ensembles, jazz combos, and world music ranging from Caribbean, Latin and Brazilian, to Celtic, Flamenco and Klezmer and beyond. Our ensembles can b... more
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3. D.N.A

(3 Reviews)

Location:: Hackensack, NJ (11 mi. from Manhattan)
Pay Range:: $500-$1500 per event
Member Since:: 2010
Category:: Variety Band Manhattan

When singer, Athenia Henderson and Steel Drummer, Devon also referred to as Steelpan Maestro, made the decision to combine talents, a new era in music was created. Being from similar cultures , Athenia from the Caribbean Island, Dominica and Devon from Trinidad and Tobago , also in the Caribbean, the duo exudes a musical chemistry some describe as electric. Devon and Athenia, ( DNA), have bee... more
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4. Hard 2 Explain (H2X)

(1 Reviews)

Location:: Washington, NJ (53 mi. from Manhattan)
Pay Range:: $500-$3000 per job
Member Since:: 2008
Category:: Variety Band Manhattan

"Hard 2 Explain" is a compilation of five extraordinary musicians from the Eastern Pa./Central N.J. area. In 2008, 2009 and now for 2010 they have been selected to make an appearance at the nationally renowned music festival known as Musikfest, in Bethlehem, Pa. Each member brings years of study and musical experience that contributes to the bands commanding sound that is among the finest that th... more
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5. STOP HEAR

(3 Reviews)

Location:: Point Pleasant, NJ (45 mi. from Manhattan)
Pay Range:: $300-$1200 per event
Member Since:: 2010
Category:: Variety Band Manhattan

Upbeat, Fun and Entertaining!! STOP HEAR BAND is an upbeat acoustic rock band playing everything from oldies, classic rock, 70s, 80s to music of today. We offer the option of just having an acoustic guitarist, bass and vocals or the full band sound with drum accompaniment. Our band members are willing to travel a good distance for any gig. We offer a request list of over 100 songs during our shows... more
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6. Blackout-77 Musical Productions

Location:: Yonkers, NY (16 mi. from Manhattan)
Pay Range:: $1200-$6000 per event
Member Since:: 2006
Category:: Variety Band Manhattan

Blackout 77 consists of a group of musicians with over 25 years of experience specializing in American, Latin, Italian and Portuguese music for weddings and other special parties and affairs. We have a vast repertoire that can be tailored to suit your tastes and will give your event that special 'personalized' touch. If you want to hear a live band that can do all different types of music, cate... more
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7. Downtown Fever Band / New York

Location:: New York, NY
Pay Range:: $1500-$10000 per event
Member Since:: 2010
Category:: Variety Band Manhattan

The energy and demand of The Emerald City Band, voted by The Dallas Morning News as "Dallas' Best Band," brought about the creation of a new venture: Downtown Fever - New York. Created and produced by Emerald City Band's founder Deno Taglioli and Berklee College of Music graduate Jordan Kahn, Downtown Fever - New York is guaranteed to make any event unforgettable. Expanding on the experience an... more
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8. Willie Lynch Irish/american Ba...

Location:: Whitehouse Station, NJ (41 mi. from Manhattan)
Pay Range:: $800-$4000 per event
Member Since:: 2011
Category:: Variety Band Manhattan

The Willie Lynch Band - Willie is from Cabra West in Dublin, Ireland and lives in NJ. Three to five member band is available plus DJ upon request. We play different instruments to cover various types of music such as Celtic, Swing and Good Old Rock N Roll to name a few. It's fun music for all, and we have a great reputation bringing joy to generations of families and businesses. A knock out band f... more
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9. Rsvp

(41 Reviews)

Location:: Pound Ridge, NY (40 mi. from Manhattan)
Pay Range:: $500-$5000 per event
Member Since:: 2006
Category:: Dance Band / Variety Band Manhattan

RSVP features top-notch musicianship (Grammy-nominated guitarist) in a variety of configurations to fit virtually any kind of event, providing anything from a duo to 9 pieces, unplugged or electric. RSVP's huge repertoire accommodates a wide variety of preferences and requests, covering many styles and all eras from 50s to present day. Many clips here were recorded live, giving you the truest repr... more
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10. Kazz Music Orchestra

(4 Reviews)

Location:: New York, NY
Pay Range:: $600-$5000 per event
Member Since:: 2010
Category:: Dance Band / Variety Band Manhattan

WINNERS OF THE 2012 BRIDE'S CHOICE AWARD from Wedding Wire!!! We are a premier wedding/party band featuring two of the best vocalists around - and at a reasonable price too! The Kazz Music Orchestra plays everything from Motown to contemporary dance club music, and everything in between., including today's hits, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, Disco, Funk, Pop, R&B, and swing! Search online for "Kazz Music" ... more
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Please note these Variety Bands will also travel to Brooklyn, Hoboken, Jersey City, Long Island City, Union City, Weehawken, Flushing, North Bergen, West New York, Bayonne, Kearny, Secaucus, Staten Island, Cliffside Park, Fairview, Jamaica, Bronx, Edgewater, Harrison, Newark

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