Classique
Live Function Band for Weddings, Parties, Corporate Events. Based in Manchester we perform in Cheshire, Lancashire, Yorkshire and all over the Northwest and Midlands.
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If you decide that you want to book Classique please check our Calendar to find our availability. We do not publish our fees as this is private between the booker and us and dependant on the details of the agreement - arrival / finish time, travelling distance etc.
 
I will give you a no obligation quotation and a reasonable period for you to consider whether to accept - in the meantime I will "hold" the date for you. If I get the offer of a firm booking I will contact you to give you the first option on the date.
 
If you decide to accept the booking you will need to make a £300 non returnable deposit - I will inform you who to make the cheque out and where to send it. The balance should be paid in cash on the night - if this is not possible then prepayment is required.
 
The internet is a strange place so I do not publish my full name and address for security reasons. Believe me, I am a legitimate family man with a permanent address and all our business is conducted honourably and transparently.
 
I have NEVER let anyone down on a booking. If a member of the band becomes ill or unavailable we have numerous fully rehearsed stand ins who can fufil the engagement. Book us direct with confidence - just like all our agents do.
 
I think this is an opportune moment for you to realise that Classique is a co-operative - all the members have equal status and have a vested interest in the enviable reputation we enjoy. Thats why the band members are the exact same line up as when we formed in 2002 - and is the origin of our consistently high quality performances.
 
You just need to email me - see the "Contact Us" details. I will acknowledge your booking and confirm receipt of the deposit by return.
 
We have full Public Liability Insurance and all of our equipment carries up to date Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) certification - which is a requirement for most public venues.
 
Our standard performance times are a 2 x 45 minute sets or one long set. We are not rigid about this if we get the encores we work hard to achieve, then we just keep playing! You need to understand that the band is passionate about what we do - the playing is the pinnacle of the booking process for us you will find out that it is our enthusiasm which engages us with the audience.
 
If you have any doubts please read our Testimonials Page which I promise to keep up to date.  

There are some logistical essentials which need to be considered:

 

There are six of us so we need a playing area to accommodate us. In rough terms this should be an area covering at least 20 square metres - If the area is bigger all the better as our singers like to dance about / perform and get everyone on the dancefloor. But we also, if needs must, can squeeze into ridiculously small areas but we have a lot of equipment including a light show.

 

Generally, our standard arrive time is around 5.00pm but this is negotiable usually without charge.We need an an hour to set up, depending on access, and a few minutes to sound check. We do all our own roadying.

 

Once we set up we will need a changing area where we can relax and prepare for the performance which is often a few hours later - following Dining / Speeches. Most venues provide this willingly but occassionally we've found ourselves getting changed in fields outside marquees etc. We are not the temperamental types but this is pushing our goodwill!

 

If we are offered refreshments and tea /coffee, it is gratefully

received. Since we will be performing until gone midnight and we have to pack down and travel home often getting in at dawn, I think it is only reasonable that it is realised that we need to eat. If this is not provided we will search out whatever is available locally and this is sometimes difficult if the venue is in a remote area. Usually, hotels / venues will not provide refreshments unless they are specificly instructed to by the booker / event organiser. 

 

Despite the best laid plans - we sometimes turn up and matters are not all that were agreed - dont be particularly concerned about this we can make the necessary adjustments Our main concern is that all the guests have a great night and we're well used to the unexpected.   

 

If you have booked a DJ (see our DJ Service under The Band)make sure that they dont take up all the room. We will work with whoever it is to make sure that your entertainment runs smoothly.

 

Of minor importance, but please note, that we dont normally let guest 'singers' up - especially at the end of a drunken night.

 

Our dress sense is variable - our standard outfits are Black Suits and Emma wears an evening dress. We have been known to wear themed outfits for 70s / 80s nights - a Soul Review , Bond Nights etc.please discuss this at the booking stage - I can provide images etc. but I'm not publishing them on this site!

 

We will also endeavour to learn and play special requests

and 1st Dances for weddings - please enquire at the booking stage. Thats it - we wish you all the best for your event - keep it live!