Q&A with Buzzcatz Bandleader Ricky Sylvia
WEDDINGS FAQ

Q: How much space do you need for the standard 9 piece band?   
A: 24 x 12 is our standard space for the 9 piece group, 18x12 for the small groups. For the larger band (11 + pieces), we go up to 24 x 16. For some venues a stage is not necessary. All of our electrical & staging needs will be included in our contract.

Q: Do you have a wireless mic for toasts?
A: Yes! 

Q: Do have music playing on your breaks? 
A: Yes, we bring a LIVE Deejay to keep the party going. Our Deejay also hosts formalities during the band breaks (parent's dances, cake cutting, bouquet and garter toss, etc). 

Q: What do you need in a way of a stage, power, etc?
A: You provide the stage (24 x 12), the power (power drop), and any tenting needed. Your wedding planner will help you with all of those rental needs. None of our requirements are extraordinary for the hotels or country clubs. The hotels and will typically charge for a power drop, but unfortunately there is no way around it for us or any other band. It's required for proper power or we'll blow a fuse in the middle of your first dance. We'll speak to the house electrician so that everything goes smoothly on the day of.

Q: If one of our guests wants to sit in with the band or play a song solo, is this allowed?
A: Yes! ...as long as it's been approved by the Bride & Groom. Guitarists need to bring their own guitar. We are unable to rehearse with your guest performer, but will do our best to accommodate their audio needs. 

Q:Do we feed the band? 
A: Yes. Most venues offer vendor meals for the band. Meals, stage, power, & parking validation all are a part of our contract rider.

Q: Do you carry insurance?
A: Yes. We carry a policy required by most venues. Chances are that we have played at your venue before and they already have our COI on file. If not, we'll have our insurance office email them a copy.
 
Q: What is the process for confirming The Buzzcatz for our date?   
A: It's very simple. You send us a confirmation email with all of your details (date, time, venue,  number of pieces you want in the band, your mailing address & phone number) and we will email you back our CONTRACT. It's a very simple two-page document and there's not a lot of legal mumbo jumbo. You sign and email (or mail) the contract back to us along with a 50% deposit. We will send you a signed copy for your file. The balance payment is due 7 days prior to the wedding.   

Please CONTACT us with any additional questions. We'd love to hear from you!

         A FEW TIPS FROM THE BUZZCATZ:

• Hire a PRO wedding planner
  A good planner already knows a long list of dependable pros that will fit exactly what you are looking for. Do yourself and all of your vendors a favor, and hire a PRO. You can find a list of some of Central Florida's most reputable wedding planners on our LINKS page, all of whom are long-time friends of ours and whom we've worked countless weddings with. 
    
• Book EARLY!
  The best wedding vendors in this area will book nearly every weekend, so don't delay in confirming the date with them once you've made your choice. A contract and a 50% deposit is the only way we can hold a date for you. Our prime Saturday nights way in advance in some cases, with October-June being the prime season.
   
• Have a backup plan for an outdoor wedding in FL 
  We have four seasons in Florida - Allergy season, Hurricane season, Summer swelter, or Freezing ya buns off. An outdoor wedding in FL is always a roll of the dice at any time of the year. Be sure that your venue has a "Plan B" if you are booking an outdoor ceremony or reception, and trust your wedding planner if she makes the call to move indoors. 
   
• Have FUN!
  If you're hiring The Buzzcatz, chances are good that you've also hired all the best vendors in town. Many of the best vendors in Florida have worked countless weddings together and see each other regularly throughout the wedding season. Trust your team of vendors to make everything come together perfectly on your big day!