FAQ

Q: How Do I go about booking Entourage?

A: Fill out the booking form or contact us directly via our contact page. We will confirm availability for your date & send you viewing dates within 48hours of receiving your enquiry.

 

Q: How much of a deposit do you require?

A: We require a €100 deposit to secure a booking.

 

Q: Have you performed at a Civil Partnership before?

A: Of course! “Equal Love, Equal Rights”.

 

Q: How long does it take to set up?

A: We ask couples to allow an hour, to avoid any chance of your first dance being delayed. We can setup & soundcheck within 45/50mins. But to allow for all your bridal party to be where they need to be, we advise an hour.

 

Q: Can you provisionally hold a date?

A: Due to the high volume of enquiries that we receive, as a rule, we unfortunately have to operate on a first come, first served basis with deposits. However, if you let us know that you are interested in a particular date, we will give you time to come to see us and aim to give you first refusal if another enquiry should come in. Key factor is, keep us up-to-date with when you’re coming to see us & if you’re still interested, & you shouldn’t be disappointed.

 

Q: How long do Entourage play for?

A: Standard playing time is 9.30pm-12.30am, with a short break while your evening refreshments are being served. We then provide dj up until 2am.

 

Q: Is the music too loud?

A: No. We use the finest, high quality equipment and alter our sound to suit the room.

 

Q: When do you take your break?

A: We take a short break when the evening refreshments are being served. We’ve found that guest’s struggle to dance, whilst re-charging on cocktail sausages J So we give everyone a quick breather, before cranking it up again.

 

Q: Do Entourage travel around Ireland?

A: Yes, Entourage Travel around Ireland, however there is an additional charge to travel outside of Leinster.

 

Q: Will Entourage learn the first dance of your choice?

A: Yes, we offer to learn one one per couple for their first dance. For inspiration, please check out our previous 1st song list. If your favourite song isn’t on our list, we’ll learn it for you! Please just give us 2 months notice on your song choice, in order for us to cope with the volume required. “first song list”.

 

Q: When do we pay the remaining balance?

A: The remaining balance is payable in 3 methods – cheque, bank transfer or cash on the night. If paying by cheque or bank transfer payment is required 10 working days before your wedding to ensure it has cleared. Cash payments are due on the night – before or at the evening refreshments. If you have also booked Jenny to sing at your wedding ceremony, we can take payment in the church for convenience.

 

Q: Can Entourage supply the church music as well as the DJ?

A: Yes, Jenny Cullen runs a full day music service through our sister site – www.elegantweddings.ie. So from church/ civil ceremony music, church decoration & pre-dinner music, we can do it all! All enquiries can be directed to Jenny – over 30 audio samples, videos & photos available on her site. info@elegantweddings.ie / www.elegantweddings.ie

 

Q: When does the DJ start?

The DJ equipment will be setup before the band, so that it is ready to start as soon as the band finishes. That means, no delay & a smooth changeover … your guests won’t even have time to get off the floor!

 

Q: Where can I go to see Entourage perform?

A: We regularly arrange showcases, but please contact us & we’ll send you viewing dates upon enquiry.

 

Q: How long do you play for at a corporate event eg: dinner dance, christmas party?

A: Our usual booking time for a corporate event is the same as our weddings times. Guidelines on making bookings, payments, deposits & the dj etc are the same for both corporate events & weddings.

 

Q: Can you cater for smaller parties such as birthdays/ anniversaries etc?

A: Of course! Please send us an enquiry, and we’ll give you an individual quote for your party.