How to Choose a Singer for Your Next Event
You have an event coming up and you are looking for a quality entertainment option, but nothing seems appropriate? Consider hiring a singer. These artists provide simple yet satisfying entertainment and can save you some money on hiring a band.
Before calling an agency or asking your friends about a singer they would recommend, you need to ask yourself what type of an artist your prefer.
- Female or male singers
- Carol singers
- Rappers
- Opera singers
- Piano players and singers
- Lookalike singers
- Jazz singers
- Multiple singers
Once you choose the type of a singer you need, you should look at their previous acts. Each singer should have a portfolio that can help you evaluate their skills. While looking through your potential singer’s acts, pay attention to the duration of their performances. Single act singers get tired faster than bands and might require longer breaks.
More often than not, one singer will be enough for a small event, be it a b-day party of a corporate affair. However, before hiring a singer you must consider a few things:
- Does a singer have her/his own repertoires?
- Is the act flexible (will they sing the songs you want them to)
- How long can they work and how often do they need breaks?
- Do they offer deals (many singers can offer budget deals if hired for the whole day)
If you have some special requirements for a singer, make sure to voice them before you even ask for their portfolio. Some singers may not be as flexible as you want them to. For example, they might refuse to sing some of the songs you would like to hear, not because they are picky but due to a certain quality of their voices.
