1.
Select the style of band that suits your musical requirements from the
pages of this directory.
2.
Contact
the bandleader or agent.
3. Inquire
about the: a) availability of the group
b) suitableness for your function
c) cost.
4.
Inform the bandleader as to the age group attending your function and any
special requirements you may have (Bride’s first dance, anniversary announcements, speeches, etc.).
5.
Establish
any additional needs such as staging, piano, microphones, set-up times, etc., in
order that the group can provide the best
musical service.
6.
The bandleader will send you a contract to cover the engagement.
Check that the date, place, time and fee are all correct.
7.
Sign the
contract. Retain one copy and
return the additional copies to the bandleader.
8.
A
follow-up check by phone will ensure that the bandleader has received the
contracts back from you, and the date is
now a firm booking.
9.
During
the engagement, the bandleader will work closely with you to make your function
a success.
10. Members
of the Fort Wayne Musicians Association are talented and reliable.
Your
satisfaction is their goal!
Fort Wayne Musicians Association
American Federation of Musicians Local 58
P.O. Box 13003
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46866
(260)420-4446 Fax:(260)420-4447