Pricing: Our fee is based on the date of your event, the location and duration. A standard weekend guideline for professional bands in the Northwest $250 - $375 per musician. Weekdays and off-season dates may be less. This guideline includes the band members, but all sound and lighting equipment, crew members, set up and break down, and recorded music during breaks. (Travel and accomodations are often additional.) Please call or request a price quote from Charm School for your specific engagement.
Instrumentation: We offer a standard six piece and eight piece band. We can adjust the size of our band to your event.
Breaks: We play four 45 minute sets and take three 15 minute breaks. We play recorded music during breaks. You may provide your own music if you wish.
Performance Time: Our standard performance time is four hours. We would be happy to perform longer for an additional amount. This can be arranged in advance or on the spot.
Set up: We prefer to set up and conduct sound check before your guests arrive. We need a minimum of two hours to strike the set. Many events or weddings require set up hours before the scheduled performance - we can accomodate this request.
Dinner and Cocktail Music: We frequently perform easy listening music at a low volume during during this time. We can also provide recorded music.
Special Song Requests: Given ample notice we will learn a song for your event - an additional song may incur additional costs. We do know many songs not listed on the web site, so please ask about any particular song or artist you don't see on this site.
Announcements, Toasts: If you wish we can provide master of ceremonies services, fanfare and assist with transitioning activities. You are also welcome to use our wireless microphone.
Performances: We perform for private events and weddings as well as larger venues like casinos and festivals. If you'd like to us live, please contact us and we will arrange an event for you to see and listen to the band.
