Jerry Bruno Productions FAQ's
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GENERAL QUESTION FAQ'S:
Q: What kind of music do you provide?
ANS: We provide every type of musical entertainment imaginable. Bands, DJ’s, Jazz & Classical Ensembles, solo musicians and specialty acts, including Latin styles, tribute acts, country and much, much more.
Q: Where are you located?
ANS: We are located in the Independence-Brecksville area, at 5551 Canal Rd., Cleveland, Ohio 44125. View our Contact Page for directions to our office. Please DO NOT "Map Quest" our address (glitch in their system!).
Q: How long have you been in business?
ANS: The Bruno family has been a reliable music resource for over 40 years. Jerry Bruno Productions opened in the Cleveland area in 1999 after Jerry’s 15-year "extended engagement" in Southern California.
Q: How many events do you do a year?
ANS: We did approximately 1200 single events last year (most of them weddings!), not counting the many nightclubs and country clubs we service on a weekly basis.
Q: What does the booking process consist of?
ANS: We've outlined the entire booking process for you with our Entertainment Booking Planner checklist.
BAND FAQ'S:
Q: What is the price range and time frame for your bands?
ANS: Band prices range from $1350.00 to $10,000.00 for four hours on Saturday evenings. Most bands (but not all!) have reduced rates for Fridays, Sundays, and weekdays. Some of the larger bands use a smaller configuration on non-Saturday nights, which also factors into the price. A median price for a popular average-size band in our market is $2750.00 to $3500.00
Q: How many breaks do the bands take? For how long?
ANS: Bands take three 15-minute breaks in a four hour performance. You may buy-out or add more breaks at a rate of 10% of the base price of the band you are booking. Many clients will buy out the last break, which will provide a continuous performance for the last two hours of the evening.
Q: Is there any music during the breaks?
ANS: The band will play CD’s or MP3’s. We encourage our clients to create their own break CD’s in order to further customize the evening’s playlist. CD’s should be 15 minutes long and should be numbered "Break 1, 2 & 3." The first break CD will usually consist of dinner music.
Q: Does the band also M.C.?
ANS: Every band has a leader and M.C. to facilitate speeches and activities and to keep the evening moving. The band leader will also help to create a timeline for the evening.
Q: Can I meet with the bandleader prior to the date?
ANS: Yes, about 30 days prior to the event. At that time, all the details and song selections will be discussed and documented.
Q: Can I see the band play live?
ANS: Yes. We will do our best to arrange an opportunity for you to see a band performing "live" with the permission of whomever the band is performing for.
Q: How many songs do they play in an evening?
ANS: 40 to 50.
Q: Do I provide the band members with a meal?
ANS: Yes. A "vendors’ meal" is appropriate. Deli tray with a salad and non-alcoholic beverages in a private place is preferred. This also eliminates band members jumping on and off stage for as courses are served for a plated meal.
Q: What time does the band set-up?
ANS: Bands are finished with set-up and sound-check one hour prior to the determined start time according to contract terms. Earlier set-up is available for a nominal fee.
Q: What does the band wear?
ANS: Formal wear unless otherwise specified.
Q: What are the payment terms?
ANS: The deposit is 50% with the balance of 50% due on or before the night of the event.
Q: How much is overtime?
ANS: Overtime is available pro-rata and may be booked in ½ hour increments. For example: The rate for a band that books at $2000.00 for four hours would be $250.00 for an additional ½ hour, $500.00 for an additional hour. You may "book" overtime on the spot, right at the end of the contracted evening.
Q: What if a band member can’t make it to our wedding due to illness or an emergency?
ANS: We will substitute the performer in with a professional, suitable replacement.
Q: How do I book a Band?
ANS: Please call our office and discuss the details with a coordinator. Please also be aware that there is no "hold" on a band’s availability other than having a contract created for a specific band on a specific date. The creation of a contract holds the band’s availabilty for 10 days.
DJ FAQ'S:
Q: What is the price range and time frame for your DJ’s?
ANS: Prices range from $825.00 to $1450.00 for five hours on Saturday evenings. A $100 discount is available on Fridays and Sundays with special pricing available on weekdays.
Q: What determines the DJ prices?
ANS: Many factors are involved, including the DJ’s experience and style, how long they have worked with our company, as well as the number of DJ’s included in service (1 or 2).
Q: How many hours does the DJ perform?
ANS: Five hours.
Q: How much is the overtime if needed?
ANS: DJ overtime is $150 per hour when pre-booked.
Q: What do they wear?
ANS: If not specified, they all wear tuxedos.
Q: Do they use CD’s, MP3’s, etc?
ANS: Most of our DJ’s use CD’s and MP3 media formats
Q: Do they provide lighting?
ANS: Most of our DJs provide lighting for the event.
Q: What time are they set up by?
ANS: All DJs are finished setting up one hour prior to the start time.
Q: Do they DJ’s take breaks?
ANS: No they do not.
Q: Do they work alone or with assistants?
ANS: DJ Mike Alexander, Bill Bowen, Fine-Tuned, and Backstreet DJs are two-DJ teams. Everyone one else works solo.
Q: What if the DJ gets sick or can’t make it to our wedding do to an emergency?
ANS: You are never left without a DJ. We will make sure your event is covered with one of our professional DJs. We always keep at least two open on any date for emergency use.
Q: Is there a wireless microphone for the toasts and blessing?
ANS: Yes.
Q: Do they M.C. the event as well?
ANS: Yes, all of our DJs are also qualified M.C.’s.
Q: Can I pick a “DO PLAY” and “DON’T PLAY” list of music?
ANS: Most definitely, it is the most important part of the entertainment planning process.
Q: Will the DJ help me plan the event?
ANS: Yes, our DJs have done hundreds of weddings. They are all great at providing direction and suggesting ideas and songs.
Q: Do I get to meet the DJ prior to the wedding?
ANS: Yes, you meet the DJ about 30 days prior to the event to discuss all the details of your wedding reception.
Q: Do we have to provide a meal for the DJ?
ANS: Yes, please provide a meal for the DJ (deli tray or cold sandwich). Between the one hour early set up, performance and tear down, it can easily be an eight hour day.
Q: How do I book a DJ?
ANS: Please call our office and discuss the details with a sales associate. Please also be aware that there is no "hold" on a DJ ’s availability other than having a contract created for a specific DJ on a specific date. The creation of a contract holds the DJ’s availabilty for ten days.
CEREMONY MUSICIAN FAQ'S:
Q: How long do they play?
ANS: As long as you like.
Q: What is the minimum I can book a musician or ensemble?
ANS: One hour.
Q: What is the most popular ensemble?
ANS: Solo Harp and our Sonata Strings Trio.
Q: Will they work with our music director at our church?
ANS: Yes, they will co-ordinate the event with the music director if needed.
Q: How early are they set up?
ANS: Our ceremony musicians are set up ½ hour early.
Q: Do they come to our rehearsal?
ANS: Not usually. If it is required, a fee will apply.
Q: Will they play with our church organist or my friend who would like to sing during our wedding?
ANS: Yes, they would be happy to perform with any other musician / vocalist the bride and groom require.
Q: Do we get a chance to plan the event with the leader of the ensemble/musician?
ANS: Yes, about 30 days prior to the event.
Q: How long should our prelude and postlude music be?
ANS: We recommend at least 15 minutes of music for either part of the ceremony.
Q: What do they wear?
ANS: Tuxedos and Black Dresses.
Q: Do they provide amplification?
ANS: Usually no, it’s not needed. In some cases, such as a solo harp in an outside setting, we would provide an amplifier to make sure all the guests could hear the performance.
Q: What happens if one of my musicians get sick?
ANS: We will make sure we fill in the musician with a highly trained and qualified professional.
Q: What if my ceremony runs long? Will I be charged?
ANS: Sometimes ceremonies end up running long due to the sermon. In this event, we have to charge an overtime rate as stated in the contract. It will be billed to the name on the contract.
Q: How do I book my favorite ceremony ensemble or musician?
ANS: To officially book your favorite, please call our office and discuss the details with a coordinator.
· Corporate Events: Bands, DJs, Dance & Comedy Acts.
· Private Celebrations: Anniversaries, Birthdays, Reunions.
5551 Canal Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44125
(216) 986-1808
(877) 800-5551