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Questions people ask
Who runs this website?
SingaporeLiveBands.com is a booking service for live bands, based in Singapore. Every enquiry and booking made here is handled by our team in Singapore.
How much does a live band cost in Singapore?
For a wedding, a duo usually costs SGD 800 to 2,500, a trio SGD 1,500 to 3,500 and a four to five piece band SGD 3,000 to 7,000. For a corporate event, a 4 to 6 piece band usually costs SGD 2,800 to 7,000 for two 45 minute sets.
What kinds of band can I book?
Acoustic duos and trios, 3 piece bands, jazz and swing bands, pop and Top 40 bands, rock and fusion bands, Latin and world music bands, Chinese live bands and full wedding bands with strings or brass.
How long does a band play?
A wedding booking is usually two to three sets of about 45 minutes. A corporate booking is often two 45 minute sets. A solemnisation is a 20 to 30 minute solo or duo booking.
What music can the band play?
Pop, jazz, classical, R&B, rock, acoustic, oldies, covers and chart hits, Mandarin and Malay hits and Chinese songs. Set lists are built around your requests.
Do I need to provide a sound system?
Bands bring instruments and small amplifiers. A wedding package usually includes a sound system and engineer sized to the room. For large venues, a full PA, monitors and mixing can be arranged at extra cost.
Can I see the band before I book?
Yes. After your brief you get a shortlist with photos, videos and profiles of bands who are free, and you choose.
What about sound curfews?
Hotel ballrooms usually cut sound around 11pm to 11.30pm. Ask the venue for its curfew and load in times before you fix the sets.
How early should I book?
Four to six months ahead for a wedding, eight to nine for peak dates. Four to eight weeks ahead for a company event, eight to twelve for December and Chinese New Year.
Do you offer music lessons, rehearsal studios or instrument rental?
No. This site books live bands for events only.