• Recent Events: Summer Songs

• Tips & Tricks: 5 Questions to Ask When Choosing A Musician

• About Us: What We Can Do for You

• Featured Artist: Crooner Warren Fisk

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Summer Songs

Here's to hoping that all of you had a wonderful and relaxing Memorial Day weekend and are all ready for summer! Though we have fantastic weather almost all year round here in Southern California, summer is still one of the best seasons for getting out and enjoying all of those great ourdoor activities - not to mention summer parties and barbecues that, of course, would not be complete without music! Happy summer from Pacific Harps!

5 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Musician
Almost anyone who has an instrument can advertise themselves as a musician - but are all musicians the same and how can you tell them apart?

1) How long has the musician been playing and how many of your type of event has the musician performed before? The primary difference between a music student/semi professional and a fully professional musicians is experience.

2) What kind of credentials and training does the musician have? Some musicians do not read music, and so have limited flexibility and repertoire, some have a masters degree from a recognized college – this is a very wide range of training! It will ultimately affect the result that you get at your event.

3) Does the musician have recordings that you can listen to? It is a very good idea to listen to the musician before you decide to hire.

4) Can the musician play the type of music that you would like for your event? Some only play a particular type of music, while others can play anything that you ask for (well almost anything!)

5) Does the musician (or agency) work with a performance agreement, or provide you with some kind of paperwork so that you can be assured that no matter what you will have a great musician for your event? We have been called at the last minute many times to fill in for a musician who has cancelled and not supplied an adequate (or any) substitute. Unexpected things happen to everyone, but you must be sure that you are covered for your occasion. A professional musician or agency will ALWAYS use a contract.

It is only through experience that a muscian develops a sense of responsibility to the client and to the audience. A truly professional musician will be fully prepared, arrive in a timely manner, and deliver a solid performance without the need for any excuses! You do not need to be worrying about the music on the day of your event - you need it to be seamless.

What We Can Do for You

Music for Events owner Carolyn Sykes began her journey in the music industry as a harpist, performing in Australia, Asia, Europe and the United States. She came to Los Angeles where she was highly successful in establishing her own private teaching and performing studio Pacific Harps, teaching, supplying harps and performing in orchestras, on concert stages and for special events, both locally and abroad. Carolyn still performs at events, solo as well as with other instruments such as flute, bass, violin and string ensembles and vocalists, but has most recently decided to take her expertise in performing and her expansive knowle dge of music and musicians to a higher level, launching Music for Events.
Music for Events is unique in that it is a boutique-style agency that works with our clients every step of the way to ensure that their event fits their vision. We have over a hundred hand-picked musicians and vendors in our roster, and specialize in providing excellent musicians of every genre, as well as other services such as event planning, photography, floral, and much more. With over 30 years in the event industry, our goal is our client's peace of mind. We make the process of choosing your music and planning your event easy so you can focus on what matters most - your occasion.

Visit our website at www.music-for-events.com to see videos of our artists, browse our music and schedule a consultation!

Artist ID 70742: Warren Fisk

Providing a flexible variety of ensemble sizes suited for your event from a duo to a 6-piece combo, 9-piece Swing Band and a complete 17-piece Big Band, Warren specializes in entertaining sophisticated clients and their guests with the perfect mix of fun and elegance. He is the recipient of the coveted “Brides Choice Award” from Wedding Wire and was selected by celebrity wedding planner David Tutera to perform on his hit TV show “My Fair Wedding with David Tutera,” as well as being known for his expertise as an emcee. From classic standards from the 30s , 40s and 50s such as Frank, Dean, Bing, Nat ‘King’ Cole, Mel Tormé, Bobby Darin, Harry Connick Jr. to Michael Buble and many more, Warren preserves the timing, swagger and old Hollywood feel that made these songs so irresistible.