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Bookings:

To book the band, please phone Paul on 01267 211520 or
Fiona on 01994 230543, email: merlinaires@yahoo.co.uk
who will be happy to discuss the specific arrangements for your event.
Alternatively, contact us by filling in our brief enquiry form and we will get in touch with you.

Band requirements

We provide our own P.A. system and lights, unless the venue has their own.

Power Supply: Power take off points for the rhythm section - one each for the piano, bass and guitar on the left of the stage and 4 for the PA system at or near the front of the stage. (Total: 7 power points)

Seating on stage: 17 chairs (+ 2 spare) all without arms

Stage: Staging, with risers if possible for the trumpets. The risers should be large enough for the chair plus safety space at back (approx 18”) & sufficient room in front for music stand (c. 3’).

Lighting: Adequate light on stage for reading music

Secure Room /Area: to leave instrument cases/coats.

The setup of the band is shown in the picture below.

Performance details

The normal start time is between 8 pm and 8:30pm for evening dances.
We play two sets of approximately 50 and 60 minutes, with a break of
20-30 minutes, ending between 11:15 and 11:30pm.

Each event or function is treated individually and we try to accomodate all possible requirements.

Dance Band composition

The conventional configuration of a dance band is two tenor saxophones,
two alto saxophones, one baritone saxophone, three or four trumpets, two or three trombones and a rhythm section consisting of piano, bass, drums and guitar.

This combination of instruments gives a full big band tonal quality and coupled with great dance arrangements lead to a great evening of fun and enjoyment.
 
 

Band layout

Band layout - hover over to see instruments Piano Bass Guitar Drums Baritone Saxophone Tenor Saxophone Tenor Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Alto Saxophone Guitar Trombone 3 Trombone 2 Trombone 1 Trumpet 4 Trumpet 3 Trumpet 2 Trumpet 1
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