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Sunday, February 14, 2016

Choosing The Right Elvis Tribute San Francisco

By Carolyn Young


Many people these days when choosing entertainment will hire tribute performers. The most popular of these is an Elvis tribute San Francisco. A large number of these performers are available for hire with different levels of ability and styles.

The types of Presley tributes available in San Francisco, CA vary greatly and there are some things to be considered when making the choice. Most of these singers will actually sound very much like Elvis after many years in the business honing their skills. Another option is to book a look and sound alike and these can be considerably more expensive than others.

A little research should be done prior to selecting a tribute act to make sure it is the correct type of artist. Singers will be happy to discuss the requirements of the client and tailor the act accordingly and advising on set lists and clothing. Prices will vary depending on the length of time on stage and what sound, light and stage equipment is needed for the venue.

Starting from around five hundred dollars a tribute act will turn up at the event with backing tracks in full costume to sing a couple of songs. If a full show is required with a live band and backing singers then the cost will be considerably more running into thousands. Many of these performers will also provide their own sound and light systems and crew to set everything up at the venue.

The best option when hiring an act is to go through a reputable show business agent to guarantee everything runs smoothly. Many of the agencies will be able to offer a range of acts to suit and also be able to provide everything needed for the gig. It is also worth booking through an experienced agency as all the necessary permits and paperwork will be taken care of.

Internet companies can also be used to book a singer to perform at an event but there a couple of things to check if using this method. It is always a good idea to contact the artist direct and discuss the show with them and ask for their advice. Due to the fact that the king frequently changed his on stage look and as his career progressed altered his singing style many options are on offer.

When a performer has been decided on it is good practice to take some time to look at past performances and reviews. Agents and internet booking companies will be happy to share this information and this can be very beneficial. It is also a good idea to try and look at some video footage or listen to sound recordings to help with the selection of the act.

Many of the Elvis tributes are very much in demand and if a particular one is to be hired this should be done as early as possible as a lot can be fully booked for long periods. A large number of Presley impersonators will also be travelling to enter competitions and are unavailable at certain times. It is also important when deciding where to hold the event that all permits are obtained and that any other items needed are in place.




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