NewsWant Havana at your wedding or function?How do I book Havana Swing? We always have something in the region of 25 confirmed bookings at any time (and often up to a year ahead) – so the earlier you book the better. If you’re planning a summer wedding or a Christmas party for example, then you will want to organise things well in advance to avoid disappointment.
Our prices range from £500 to £2,500 – we don’t quote online as much depends on the location of your event and timings, as well as the nature of the event. We travel widely throughout the UK – we simply factor in the additional expense of travel, accommodation and any other costs. There is especially high demand for dates through the summer, over Bank Holiday weekends and at Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations and some of these dates may incur a higher fee. A quote from us is all-inclusive and will cover all of the following:
Yes, you can – and we highly recommend it as we want you to be one hundred percent assured of the quality service we will provide for your day. We play regular concerts and events all over Scotland. Simply give us a call or look at our gigs section to know when and where we are playing next. We normally appear as a quintet (comprising three guitars, double-bass and clarinet) however we are happy to accommodate requests for a trio or quartet, in any combination of instruments and with or without vocals. Just let us know what you’re after and we’ll create the perfect line-up for you
The band is based in Scotland but we perform throughout the UK and sometimes for clients abroad. We usually play for 3 x 45 minute sets or 2 x 65 minute sets over a 3 hour period. We are happy to discuss other requirements.
Yes, we have our own high quality PA system complete with all mics (including radio mics), stands, speakers, mixer, amps, leads, extension leads, lights, CD and MP3 player. Alternatively we can work with in-house PA if suitable for music. All our electrical equipment has current PAT tests certificates (a requirement of most venues.) Our only technical requirement on the day is access to at least one domestic power point within 12 metres approx of our playing location.
Our contract with you always includes a request for a hot meal and drinks for the band members on the night. This is especially appreciated when we have travelled a long distance for your event and may be out for much of the day and into the early hours of the morning.
It can be nice to have a break from the music (like an interval at a concert) but if you like we can bring our MP3 player or connect yours to our system to play background-level music – we have a library of over 1000 tunes on MP3 to choose from. Alternatively you can provide us with a CD or iPod of your favourite tunes and we will play that for you through our sound system.
Yes – we often do this and have several special wedding packages available. It works very well to have a few of us earlier in the day with the rest of band joining them for the evening. Just let us know your requirements and we’ll make it work!
We have played in hundreds of venues both large and small – from ballrooms, boats, barns and marquees to gazebos, bars, courtyards and front rooms. As a minimum requirement we ask for a flat playing surface approx 4 metres wide by 2 metres deep. If we are playing during a sit-down meal then we also recommend allowing at least 1.5 metres between the band’s playing area and the nearest table. We are adept at fitting into unusual spaces! A stage isn’t always necessary (though it always looks better if you have one). Yes, playing outside is no problem. All we need is some level ground to set up on, protection from the weather (sun/rain/wind) in the event of a gazebo, awning or similar and access to one domestic power point.
Although we will arrive at your venue at least an hour before our start time, it in fact only takes us about twenty minutes to set up and be ready to play. We can easily set up in the short break/turn-around period between the end of a sit-down meal and the start of the evening reception – so playing in the same room where you have been eating is no problem.
In the unfortunate event that you have to cancel your booking we will charge a cancellation fee which will be a percentage of the balance owed depending on the notice given. (Cancellation fee = 25% deposit after booking; 50% for less than 7 days; 100% for less than 48 hours). In fortunate circumstances we may even be able to secure another booking and refund some of your payment. |