Whether it’s an end-of-year party, an awards ceremony, or a fundraiser, entertainment is a must if you’re planning a professional event. After all, ‘corporate’ doesn’t have to mean boring! With the right corporate event entertainment, your function is sure to be a hit.
The right live music can show your company’s brand identity while also creating a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere where guests can chat, network, and have fun. If you’re wondering where to start, our comprehensive guide is here to help you find the ideal corporate party band for your event.
Before anything else, it's important to outline the type of event you're looking to host. Will it be a seated meal at an awards ceremony or gala? Or are you looking to host a Christmas office party for your team?
Similarly, the people attending can affect the live music you choose for your corporate function. For smaller events, you may have a clear idea of who will be there. If so, you can tailor your music choices to their age, demographics, interests, and preferences.
For larger gatherings, it can be helpful to conduct some research to see what kind of live entertainment would appeal to your guests most. You might like to set up a quick survey for your team to fill out.
Once you know who’s attending, you can put your plans in motion. Here are some key areas to think about to ensure the live music for your corporate function is suitable on a practical level.
Before you secure your entertainment, check that your chosen venue allows live music, as they need to be licensed to do so. There may also be curfews or restrictions on volume, so make sure you’re clear on any rules.
It’s also worth noting the setup — is there room for an 8-piece band, like Discography? Or would an acoustic solo artist, such as Kimberley Heron, be more suited to the size of the stage and venue?
Likewise, it’s important that the right technology is in place. If you’re planning an outdoor event, for example, will the artists be able to access power points for amps, lighting, and other equipment?
Will your corporate event take place in the daytime or evening? While hiring a DJ for your corporate party can be a great idea, the energy and atmosphere of this form of entertainment may be more suited to evening events. For an afternoon event, something more relaxed and ambient can work well.
Consider your event schedule to decide when you’d like the artist to play and how long for. For a sit-down dinner with a jazz band, it could be good to have two 60-minute sets — one as guests arrive and one after the meal.
Alternatively, an awards ceremony might benefit from three shorter sets: one as a welcome, one during an interval, and one as a celebration after the awards — perhaps followed by a DJ to keep the party going!
With so many incredible artists on our books at AMV Live Music, we’re sure you’ll find the ideal entertainment that also aligns with your budget.
Generally speaking, the more band members, the higher the fee. So if your budget is on the more conservative side, you might be best off sticking with a solo artist, duo, or trio.
The act’s distance from your venue also plays a role. Although the majority of artists are more than happy to travel to play a gig, they’ll need to factor fuel costs into their quote. With this in mind, it’s helpful to explore local corporate party bands and singers. Whether you’re in the North East, North West, or Yorkshire, you can find plenty of talented artists to explore in our catalogue. We also cover Scotland, the Lake District, and Cumbria.
Choosing a singer, DJ, or party band for your corporate event might seem like an intimidating task at first, but with our tips, it will be a breeze. It should be fun, too!
Corporate party bands get booked up quickly, especially around peak times like Christmas. We recommend starting your search for the perfect entertainment early to avoid disappointment. This will give you plenty of fantastic acts to choose from.
Watching a showreel allows you to see bands and singers in action. When you’re looking through our artist catalogue, you’ll find that every act profile has a showreel and music samples to give insight into their sound and style.
You might have a specific music genre or style in mind for your corporate event. Still, rather than going with the first act that meets the brief, it’s a good idea to compare a few different bands and performers to see who will bring the best energy to your celebration.
With AMV Live Music, creating a shortlist of artists you’re interested in contacting is super easy. Your shortlist can help narrow down your search for a smoother planning process.
At AMV Live Music, we make finding a corporate party band or DJ quicker and easier. We’ll connect you with talented, vetted acts in your area and handle the booking from start to finish. When you enquire about an artist from our live music marketplace, our team will contact them on your behalf and navigate all the logistics.
Once you pay a small deposit, you can sit back and relax — though we’ll always be on hand if you have any questions.
Over the years, we have provided live music for some of the world’s biggest brands such as Deloitte, Sky, Waterstones, HSBC and M&S. You can rest assured that you’re in good hands.
Take a look at our guide to hiring a band for an event for step-by-step support, and explore our catalogue of artists to find the ideal entertainment for your next corporate event.
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