Full Circle Band

You are more than welcome to use the band PA for speeches and you can also provide your own background music if you prefer. This may be a collection of your favourite tracks that can be used to personalize key moments throughout your function, or you may simply want to use the one special pre-recorded track for your bridal waltz. We strongly suggest the use an iPod or similar music player, as CDs are notoriously troublesome, particularly those burnt on a computer, as they do not play on all CD players equally well.

Most people prefer to use the pre-recorded original version as this is the exact version they know and love, however we can learn and play a song of your choice for your bridal dance if you prefer. Feel free to talk to us if you are having difficulty selecting something appropriate for this part of the evening. Please bear in mind that immediately following the bridal waltz, the full bridal party is usually invited to join the happy couple on the dance floor. The remaining guests usually follow after that, so it is important to set the right tone with this first dance tune. If you have choreographed a particular dance sequence then we highly recommend the use of the original recording, as it will be the same speed, length and form as what you have rehearsed.

Full Circle specializes in contemporary and classic pop and funk tunes, in addition to a healthy dose of jazz, blues and lighter rock material. We pride ourselves on knowing what songs to play when. We tailor our selections to the mood of the room, reading and guiding the energy of your guests via a careful selection of appropriate music. We also pay attention to your needs in getting through any necessary formalities and moving between these requirements seamlessly and fluidly. Please refer to our song-list PDF, and also our example set-list PDF, for a representative sample of our repertoire. If there are particular tracks amongst these that your really love or are a pet-hate, please let us know and we will adjust our sets accordingly. We will try our best to accommodate specific song requests whenever possible, but these requests should be made with plenty of advance warning and be in the ballpark of the styles of music we play. We are not a heavy rock band, nor are we a classical orchestra, so please keep this in mind when booking us and making song requests.

We will organize the playing time period at the time of booking. If however, you have reached the end of the scheduled time and feel that the night is still going strong and you would like the band to continue we can accommodate this at an additional fee of $100 per musician per extra hour time block. For example, for the 5 piece band to play an extra hour = $500 in addition to the agreed fee. This time extension however, must be cleared with the venue, and bear in mind that some venues will charge a large premium for this, as their staff will need to be paid overtime. We need express permission from the venue function manager to keep on playing after the scheduled time.

Decide on what band size and configuration you prefer. Give as much detail about your event as you can so that we can give you an accurate quote. Our quotes include the GST, include all standard sound equipment and have no additional costs unless you specifically request any optional extras. We will send you a formal individualized quote if and when you decide to lock in a date and have decided on a band size and configuration. If you agree to accept our formal quote, we will then ask that you provide us with the contact details of your MC and your venue’s function manager and a detailed running sheet as soon as this has been decided upon. Formalities during the night such as toasts, speeches, cutting of the cake and dances should be clearly listed. We understand that things can and do change, however just do your best in giving us at least a basic outline. It is always ok to make changes, but please keep us in the loop, giving us as much notice as possible and talking any major changes through with us. Significant changes to your booking may require a revised quote. These changes can generally be accommodated if we are given ample notice. Examples of major changes include: Changing the venue to one drastically different or much further away. Changing the date, starting time or significantly extending the running time of the function. Changing the band set-up time to significantly earlier. Deciding later that you would like the band or a duo to play for your ceremony before the reception. Specific song requests and selections for bridal waltz music should be forwarded to us as early as possible so we can learn the material. Confirmation of all details should occur no later than one week prior to the function date.

Payment by cash or cheque on the night is fine, however if you prefer to have one less thing to organize on the night, you can make a payment by direct deposit. Please contact us at enquiry@fullcircleband.com.au for our bank details.

Before the function, the band will generally arrive before your guests in order to set up and sound-check if required. The arrival time will depend on the size of the band and their set-up needs. Please check to make sure that the venue is aware of the band arrival time and please keep the venue function manager informed of your and the band’s requirements. During the function, the band will continuously liaise with the MC or function manager to ensure that the event runs smoothly. We understand that the best plans often go astray or change on the night, so we will work with them to keep things running on time. In general we will take orders from the function manager regarding stopping or starting playing if things have strayed markedly from the running sheet. When they request us to do something, we will assume that it is ok with you, as they have been entrusted to take on this role.

Our standard 5 piece band is quite compact, so unless the venue has a stage, we can just as easily fit into most room corners. Be aware though that with a PA system (and light show if applicable) you won’t want to set us up directly next to tables of guests, particularly in a large room where our sound needs to fill the room. Usually we are set up next to the dance floor, but we are flexible! We will provide our own extension leads and power boards, but we will need access to a minimum of 1 standard 10 amp GPO.

If required, the band can play outdoors, however this is conditional on adequate shelter, sufficient and stable power, a solid and level floor, and no water or gale-force winds directly affecting the performance area. Our equipment is sensitive to the elements so please make sure you have us under a solid and weatherproof shelter. If playing outdoors, you will need to organize a suitable marquee with adequate power.