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long does Take 5 play for?
Take 5 will play a maximum of 3 one-hour sets spread over a
4-hour period. If less music is required or an event runs late
we will adjust our sets accordingly.
How much space does Take 5 need?
There are several different ways we can set the band up. Two
lines of 3 musicians are preferable and a very rough guide to a
minimum space is 4m wide 2.5M deep. This is only a guide and we
are very flexible.
What are the power requirements for the band?
Take 5 use around 2900 watts. This can be taken from a single
standard 13-amp mains feed, i.e. 1 plug (the limit is around
3500 watts). If your event is being held in a marquee we
strongly recommend that you check with your marquee provider, as
they will be able to advise on power supply.
What are your lighting requirements?
Take 5 provide all our own lighting. We have spotlights to light
up the band and small disco lights for the dance floor. Please
ensure that the house lights in your venue can be dimmed.
Can we choose a specific first dance?
Yes. Take 5 are happy to learn 1 song especially for your first
dance. Please supply us with you chosen song on cassette or CD
at least 1 month prior to your event.
Can we choose the repertoire?
When you book Take 5 you book a 'worry-free' 100% professional,
experienced and reliable service. This includes repertoire
choice. Take 5 decides repertoire on the night confident that
99% of your guests will know 99% of the tunes we play. As with
most, busy, professional bands we do not send out a repertoire
list because we are constantly reviewing and making changes to
the songs we play. The music we choose to play is determined by
requests we receive from your guests, tried and tested classics,
combinations and sequences of songs we know work well together
and the audiences' reaction to songs we have played earlier in
the evening.
How do we book the band?
Booking is made by signed contract, which we will send you on
request. No deposit is required. Terms of business are payment
in full, 7 working days prior to performance.
How loud is Take 5?
Take 5 is not a particularly loud band, however, it is the
acoustic of the room which dictates how loud the band sounds. In
our experience, we recognise that for most parties, you need the
band to be loud enough on the dance floor to create an
atmosphere without deafening the rest of the room. In marquees
and venues with carpeted floors and soft furnishings this is
easy to achieve due to the 'dead acoustic'. In rooms and halls
with high ceilings, wooden/stone floors and lots of windows the
echo of the acoustic makes the volume much harder to control. If
your venue has an electronic noise limiter we must liaise with
the venue before we can accept your booking.
Do you need to look at the venue prior to performance?
No, we do not usually visit venues beforehand. If you are using
a hotel or venue, which regularly hosts functions, we will
contact them in advance to discuss access, space and power
requirements.
How long does it take the band to set up and do you
sound-check?
It takes around 45 minutes to set up and we do not usually
sound-check as we travel with all equipment sound tested and
'ready to go'. If you prefer to reduce this time the sound
system can be set up earlier in the day with the remaining
instruments being brought in a 15-minute gap prior to
performance. If you require an immediate start it is possible
for the entire band to set up early however there is a charge
made for this service.
Can CD's be played as background music?
CD's are always played during any breaks and can also be played
prior to performance by special arrangement.
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