To get a better idea of what "The Souled Out Band!" is about, we've put together answers to a handful of the questions we've gotten over the years from our potential clients. The same answers apply to all types of events we play. Please feel free to contact us, or email or call Bill Pritchett at 765-744-9322 or Clay Arnett at 765-730-8255, should you have any further questions..
Questions for SOB
- How many band members are in SOB?
- What is the band's instrumentation?
- What types of music do you play?
- Do you play ethnic music?
- How far do you travel?
- Do you perform wedding ceremony music?
- What about cocktail hour or dinner music?
- How do I find out if the band is available for my event date?
- Will we get the chance to discuss our ideas of the music and our particular musical tastes with you?
- Can I see the band live at a private event before I book the band?
- Do you have any references?
- When must I commit to booking the band?
- What is all of this going to cost us?
- When is payment due?
- What forms of payment do you accept?
- What is needed from us on the day of the performance?
- When do you set up your sound/lighting equipment?
- What does the band wear?
- Do we need to feed the band?
- How do you manage volume levels?
- Who will make the announcements and introductions?
- How long do you play for?
- What about overtime should we decide that we want the party to continue?
Questions for SOB
How many band members are in SOB?
There are 10 of us! We can adjust size to 8 in order to meet budgets (2 fewer horns).
What is the band's instrumentation?
The band is made up of guitar, bass, drums, 2 keyboardists, percussion, and 5 pc. horn section. A total of 6 vocalists, including 4 lead vocalists.
What types of music do you play?
We can play just about everything. During a pre-event consultation we go over your musical tastes to tailor the performance to what you'd like to hear. Please see our songlist to get an idea of the huge variety of music we play.
Do you play ethnic music?
Yes! We know Hora, and entire medley of Jewish Celebratory songs.
How far do you travel?
We have played as far west as Ft. Scott, KS, and as far north as Chicago, as far east as Boston, and as far south as Louisville/Lexington, KY. Having an event outside of those parameters is no problem. Traveling fees will apply for locations over 50 miles from Indianapolis. When the band needs to fly, a PA system and backline music gear will need to be provided as well. In those cases, we have specific information for your event planner.
Do you perform wedding ceremony music?
Yes. We offer beautiful brass soloists, trios, quintet, piano, organ, string ensembles of various sizes, harp, and vocalists, or any combination of these. We have even used a ukelele, by request. We can customize the music for the entire ceremony to meet your needs.
What about cocktail hour or dinner music?
Yes, we offer either a three, four, or five-piece jazz group or solo piano.
How do I find out if the band is available for my event date?
Simply contact Bill or Clay by email or at 765-744-9322 or 765-730-8255 and we will let you know if your date is available.
Will we get the chance to discuss our ideas of the music and our particular musical tastes with you?
The music at your event should be a reflection of your own styles and interests. SOB understands this, and we will discuss your vision of the evening from the general plan on down to song specifics.
Can I see the band live at a private event before I book the band?
On certain occasions, when it has been cleared with our client, you may check out our band live at another private function. Out of respect for our other clients' private parties, we do not invite prospective clients without their consent. We also wouldn't invite strangers to your event! However, the band plays corporate dates and festivals on a regular basis so these shows are always an option.
Do you have any references?
Yes, check out our clients from previous engagements. Should you need to speak with some of our past clients, just email Bill or Clay and they will provide a list of numbers to call.
When must I commit to booking the band?
To ensure that the date is available, a verbal commitment is needed as soon as possible. At that point, we will forward a contract for you to sign and return to us along with your deposit.
What is all of this going to cost us?
Our fee varies based upon a few factors. Some of these are; day of the week, time of the year, the time frame we'll play, location of the event, and the size of the sound system we'll need based on the room dimensions and crowd size. To give you a ballpark idea, very generally speaking, we charge between $2900 and $5100 + travel expenses as reasonable + Local Production (for events we fly to).
When is payment due?
A deposit will be due with the signed contract, and the balance is due 10 days prior to your event.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We will accept certified funds or personal checks drawn on Indiana banks only (personal or corporate check, cash, money order or cashiers check). We do not accept credit cards.
What is needed from us on the day of the performance?
An area to play (stage or no stage is fine - but a 24x32 foot stage is perfect) and electrical power (3 separate circuits is ideal). This is all we need from you. We provide everything else.
When do you set up your sound/lighting equipment?
The entire sound system is set up and sound checked prior to the room opening for your guests. We will be there approximately three hours before guests are to arrive for our set up and sound check.
What does the band wear?
We are most comfortable in dress pants and dress shirts. Should you require us to dress formally, we can certainly accommodate you.
Do we need to feed the band?
This is completely voluntary. It helps if we don't need to leave the venue between sound check and our start time, but it is not necessary. If you do feed the band, most caterers set us up with a meal in a back room somewhere. Others will put us at a "vendor" table in the main room where we eat with your other vendors.
How do you manage volume levels?
We play to the needs of our clients. Our sound system will accommodate any size room. If, during the event, you feel the music is too loud or too soft, just let us know.
Who will make the announcements and introductions?
We are frequently asked to do the Bridal Party introductions and our sound system is available for speeches, toasts, blessings, and any special announcements. If you have someone who'd like to MC the event, they are more than welcome to do this through our system. Otherwise, we take care of that for you.
How long do you play for?
We are happy to play up to four hours for you – this does not include any additional requirements you may have prior to SOB, i.e., Piano for cocktails, Trio for Dinner, etc.
What about overtime should we decide that we want the party to continue?
No problem. We can add an overtime rate as part of the contract.
Please feel free to contact us, or email or call Bill Pritchett at 765-744-9322 or Clay Arnett at 765-730-8255, should you have any further questions. We're honored that you would consider The Souled Out Band. Thank you.