FAQ
How long do you play for?
The Jazz duo play for approx 2 hours starting when your first guests arrive at the hotel and will only finish when your guests are called for dinner.
The band will play for up to 3 hours with a 20 minute break. Actual playing time is dependent on the timings of each particular wedding reception. They will usually conclude the set at midnight to allow the DJ to commence.
The DJ will commence immediately after the band’s performance and the set is approx 2 hours in length.
Who will answer my queries and take my booking?
The band members do not deal with queries themselves; they have a full-time booking co-ordinator, Niamh Brennan. Niamh is on hand to answer all calls and e-mails in a timely fashion, right up until your big day!
Do you provide all of the equipment?
Yes, The Best Men provide all of the sound and lighting equipment.
How much time is required to set up?
The band can set-up their equipment in about 40 minutes.
What instruments are in the band?
4-piece Band - Drums, Bass, Guitars, Keyboard, Vocals
The Jazz Duo - Piano, Double Bass
The Jazz Trio - Piano, Double Bass, Drums or Sax
How do you dress for the function?
The Best Men dress in a very professional manner, wearing black suits, white shirt and a black tie.
How long have the band been together?
The Best Men have been performing since 2000 and work full-time as members of the band.
How much is the booking deposit?
We do ask for a booking deposit to secure one or all of the services offered. The deposit remains same regardless of services confirmed.
What is the next step after I pay the deposit?
Once the deposit is received, your date is blocked from the band’s calendar and a booking form will be issued to you. The booking form requests all details for the event.
Have you played in my wedding venue previously?
In the vast majority of cases, The Best Men will have played your venue on many previous occasions. They play weddings nationwide; all year long and to date have performed in nearly every popular wedding site in Ireland.
Can we choose any first song we like?
Yes, of course. The Best Men will play any first song you select. If you like, we can provide you with a list of most popular first songs. However, they can play any song you choose. If you prefer, they can also play a CD through the PA system for the first dance.
Do you use backing tracks?
The band provide a totally LIVE PERFORMANCE and unlike some bands, they do not use any backing tracks or tapes during their set. This also means that if a guest wishes to sing a song that is not already in the set, the band can endeavour to accompany the singer, regardless of key or tempo.
Can we be sure that the band will not play too loud?
The band always take the size of the venue/wedding party into account when setting the volume level. They also appropriately adjust and maintain their sound throughout the course of the evening.
For more information, contact The Best Men booking coordinator:
Niamh Brennan
Mobile: 086-1061282
International Calls: 00-353-86-1061282
Landline: 01-8251001
E-mail: niamh@thebestmen.ie
Address: The Best Men, Piercetown, Dunboyne, Co Meath.
