Question 1

What is Cadence Custom Collective?

Accepted Answer

Cadence Custom Collective creates curated groups of exceptional musicians for events of all kinds. We ensure the right combination of artists, instruments, and musical styles to create a soundtrack that fits your event, your space, and your vision.

Question 2

What types of events do you play?

Accepted Answer

We provide live music for a wide range of events, including weddings and rehearsal dinners, brunches, dinner parties, corporate events, birthdays, anniversaries, holiday celebrations, private parties, and more.

Question 3

How does the booking process work?

Accepted Answer

Tell us about your event, including the date, location, atmosphere, and type of music you're envisioning. From there, we will provide you with a quote and curate the musicians for your event.

Question 4

What styles of music do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Our roster spans a wide range of musical styles, from jazz, soul, and acoustic music to pop, rock, R&B, country, and more. Because every collective is custom-built, we can create a lineup around the sound and atmosphere you want.

Question 5

Who is in your roster?

Accepted Answer

Our roster includes talented local musicians as well as artists who tour nationally and internationally. We work with a diverse network of professional musicians, allowing us to build unique lineups for each event.

Question 6

Can you provide music for different parts of the same event?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can create different musical experiences throughout your event—from an acoustic cocktail hour or jazz trio during dinner to a full band that gets everyone on the dance floor later in the evening.

Question 7

Do you provide sound equipment?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Depending on the size and needs of your event, we can provide professional sound equipment and production as part of your booking. We'll discuss what's needed during the planning process.

Question 8

How far in advance should I book?

Accepted Answer

We recommend reaching out as early as possible, especially for weddings, holidays, and larger events. That said, we'll always do our best to accommodate last-minute requests based on musician availability.

Question 9

Do you travel?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can provide musicians for events throughout the region and can accommodate select destination and out-of-area events.

Question 10

Can you learn specific songs for our event?

Accepted Answer

In many cases, yes. If there’s a meaningful song you'd like performed, let us know. We'll work with you to determine what's possible for your lineup and timeline.

Question 11

How much does live music cost?

Accepted Answer

Because every Cadence Collective is customized, pricing depends on factors such as the number of musicians, length of performance, location, instrumentation, and production needs. Contact us to tell us about your event and we'll create an option that fits.

Question 12

What if I don't know exactly what kind of music I want?

Accepted Answer

That's what we're here for. You don't need to know the exact lineup or musical style—we'll ask the right questions, learn what you're looking for, and curate a group that fits the feeling you want your guests to experience.

Question 13

What Makes Cadence Custom Collectives different?

Accepted Answer

We don't believe a one-size-fits-all approach to live music is always what you want. Every event is different, so every collective can be different. Our goal is to pair exceptional musicians with the right moment, creating a live music experience that feels intentional, personal, and completely yours.

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