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What's Included in Our Packages
There are many factors when planning and hiring live music for events. Below are the starting prices for our most popular music packages/ensembles. To get the most accurate quote, please contact us using the form at the bottom of this page!
All Packages Include
Two 40-Minute Consultations*
Access to Client Portal with all Forms, Documents, & Communication
Unlimited Email Correspondence
Gathering & Arranging Personalized Music For the Event
Arranging the Perfect Ensemble & Musicians For the Event
Music Services on Day of Event
*Consultations are to take place only if needed/wanted by the client. All Consultations will be Virtual - Google Meet, Phone Call, FaceTime, etc.
Wedding Ceremonies
Music Services - Wedding Ceremonies:
- Prelude Music: 20-30 minutes of music as guests arrive
- Ceremony Music:
- Processional Music for Family & Wedding Party
- Music that you may want during the ceremony for example: Unity Candle, Sand Ceremony, Between Readings, etc.
- Recessional Music after pronounced Married
- Postlude Music: 1-2 songs as guests leave the ceremony space
Musicians will arrive at least one hour prior to ceremony start time to begin set up.
Beau Son Strings specializes in and has a deep knowledge of Catholic Wedding Ceremonies/Full Masses.
Cocktail Hours
Music Services - Cocktail Hour:
- The Cocktail Hour (60 minutes) can go up to 75 minutes before an additional charge will be added.
- Any music played past the time frame as stated and agreed upon in the contract will incur a charge of $50 per 15 minutes (per musician).
- This overage will be charged via invoice the day after the event and needs to be paid within 7 business days.
Musicians will arrive at least one hour prior to start time to begin set up unless this is added to a wedding package.
*If wanting to add a cocktail hour to a Wedding Ceremony Package, there will be an additional fee.
Corporate Events
Music Services - Corporate Events:
- Cost is based on
- ensemble type/number of musicians
- duration of time musicians are needed for an event (hourly rate)
- planning & preparation of music
Musicians will arrive at least one hour prior to start time to begin set up.
Proposals, Birthdays, Baby Showers, and Other Celebrations
Music Services - Other:
- Cost is based on
- ensemble type/number of musicians
- duration of time musicians are needed for an event (hourly rate)
- planning & preparation of music
Musicians will arrive at least one hour prior to start time to begin set up.
Music Services Add-Ons
Travel Fees
Amplification
Amplification
- Travel time will be based on location from West County Center (270 & Manchester) to venue.
- If a venue is 30-75 minutes away (approx. 25-65 miles), there is a travel fee of $50 per musician.
- If your event or venue is more than 75 minutes away (approx. 65 miles or more), travel fees will be calculated using mileage, travel time, lodging fees, and a per diem fee.
Example:
- Mileage Reimbursement: $0.655 per mile, round trip
- e.g. $262 for a 400-mile round trip to Springfield, MO
- Travel Time Compensation: $50 per hour for driving time
- There is a travel time compensation due to the inability to perform at other events during this time.
- e.g. $300 for a 6-hour round trip
- Lodging Fees
- For events more than 100 miles from our predetermined location listed above, an overnight stay may be required. Lodging costs are typically $100-$150 per night.
- Possible Per Diem
- A per diem of $50-$75 may be added for meals & incidental expenses.
Example for travel to Springfield, MO from West County Center
(200 Miles Away)
- Mileage: $262
- Travel Time: $300
- Lodging: $125
- Per Diem (if applicable): $50
Total Additional Fees: $737 (per musician)
We value transparency and will confirm all travel-related fees before finalizing your booking. Feel free to reach out with questions or for a personalized quote.
Amplification
Amplification
Amplification
- While our ensembles mostly play acoustically, we are able to provide amplification for outside events and events in larger spaces.
- The cost of this add-on includes bringing a PA system, our own power source (if needed), and any other equipment or tools to amplify our sound.
- Additional time needed to set up & tear down equipment at event.
Backing Tracks
Amplification for Officiant/Speaker
Amplification for Officiant/Speaker
- This optional add-on gives a little more sound to your solo live instrument choice.
- Cost is based on:
- Extra time needed to organize backing tracks with music.
- Amplification in order to play backing tracks with solo instrument.
- Extra time needed to set up and tear down at event.
Amplification for Officiant/Speaker
Amplification for Officiant/Speaker
Amplification for Officiant/Speaker
- We are able to provide a microphone - lavalier, headset, or handheld (with or without stand) - for an officiant if needed.
- The cost of this add-on includes bringing the equipment needed and additional set up time of setting up this equipment.
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