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What does a typical Irish Singagram consist
of?
We supply three options, either a Solo singagram
which is one person either singing and playing guitar
or a solo musician such as a Fiddler, Banjo player,
Tin whistle or Accordian player. The third option is
a duo combination of a guitar vocalist with a Fiddler,
Banjo, Tin whistle or Accordian player. It's an acoustic
performance and no sound system or amplification is
provided or included.
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How long does an Irish Singagram perform for?
There are two options. The basic package is for 15
minutes which is plenty for a around four songs or sets
of tunes. The second option is for 30 minutes. If you'd
like something that's for a longer period it may better
to look at the idea of booking one of our PA based acts
via our
solo
and duo acts.
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I want to surprise someone at their office/workplace
can you arrange that for me?
Certainly, the great benefit of the Irish singagram
is that it's totally flexible because it's acoustic
and mobile. So, anywhere is fine by us. Workplace, Restaurant,
Home, Gym, Hotel, Pub,. Wherever it is we can do it.
One word of advice is to make sure that the venue are
expecting the act in advance, just to ensure it all
runs smoothly!
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I want the Irish Singagram to perform certain
songs/tunes as they are the favourites of the person
who the Singagram is for. Can you arrange that for me?
Yes, we can and this will all be clarified at the
time of booking and included in the wording of your
paperwork that confirms the booking.
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Which songs are the most popular for Singagrams?
It can vary widely but generally amongst the most
popular are; 'Danny Boy', 'The Fields of Athenry',
'Whisky in the Jar', 'Sean South of Garryowen', 'The
Wild Rover', Kevin Barry'. You can of course
(if you book the duo) have a couple of songs as well
as a couple of tunes.
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Can the performance time be flexible? The surprise
could be delayed slightly?
We understand that things can often be delayed so
our Irish Singagrams will allow for this by thirty minutes.
If however there's a longer delay this would need to
be agreed separately between the Singagram and the booker.
The act will normally agree to wait beyond the thirty
minute allowance but may require an extra payment.
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If for any reason my surprise 'goes wrong' and
the Singagram is present but not able to perform through
no fault of their own, do I still have to pay them?
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Yes, provided the Singagram has honoured their part
of the booking by turning up on time and are ready to
perform on time, you'll still be liable for the fee
in full.
If the Irish Singagram doe's not turn up on
time and they miss their appearance is my fee refunded?
Yes, your deposit or fee will be refunded in full
without fail asap.
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I'd prefer to have an act play for a couple
of hours and with a PA system. Is that ok?
Sure, but the Irish singagrams are WITHOUT PA and
the best and most cost effective way to book that kind
of act, for that period of time, is to go to our
Irish Solo's and Duo's
page.
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What area's doe's your agency cover and do your
Irish acts travel?
We cover almost anywhere. Many
of our acts are based in the London
and home counties but we have others based in various
regions of the country. We can send acts literally anywhere
to venues and functions in both the
UK and abroad. We work
on the principle of 'distance is no object'. We've recently
assisted with the supply of Irish entertainment for
a venue in Chengdu in China and Irish Dancers to Japan
and Norway!
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Can I go and hear them perform before I book
them?
If it's possible we'll arrange that for you but it
depends on how far ahead the date of your function is.
The quickest and easiest way to hear a typical Irish
act from Brady's is via our samplers
page.
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Do your singagrams play their instruments live
or do they use backing tracks?
It's all live and acoustic, NO amplification is used
whatsoever.
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Do you take bookings at short notice?
Yes, we can often arrange to get an act for you within
24 hours of a booking or even on the same day!. We do
of course recommend more notice but if your booking
is urgent call us right away on 0845 226 5324.
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I run an Irish venue abroad can you supply me
with an Irish act?
We can supply Irish performers to travel anywhere
provided the terms and conditions are suitable. The
most feasible set up is where an Irish music bar can
provide accommodation and an in house PA system with
a realistic fee. If you have a genuine enquiry for an
Irish entertainment act to play abroad just fill out
one of our
enquiry forms
and we promise to get back you promptly.
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We're having an 'Irish theme night' can you
organise that for us?
Indeed we can. We specialise in coordinating and
organising Irish theme nights. We can arrange live Irish
music, Irish dancers. an Irish Piper or anything you
require for an Irish night to remember! We can also
supply a compere and songsheets for 'Irish sing-alongs'
and where required, find you a venue via our many function
room and venue contacts across the UK. If you're thinking
of organising such an event, get in touch and we'll
be delighted to discuss it with you.
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Do the acts play requested songs?
Certainly, however if it's essential to you that
a specific song is played on the night it's best to
let us know at the time of booking ands we'll organise
(where possible) for the act to perform it for you.
We can't of course guarantee that all of our acts will
have every Irish song available on their songlist!
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Is an Singagram suitable for Irish wedding music
entertainment?
Not really. Singagrams are a more casual kind of
act and normally perform for a period of time of between
15-30 minutes. They also play only acoustically. We
do however have lots of great options that are suited
for your Irish wedding entertainment. To find out more
please visit our
Irish weddings
page.
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How do the singagrams dress when performing?
Depends on the event. Smart dress or casual is the
norm. If it's a 'dressy' occasion the act will dress
aptly.
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How is my booking confirmed and paid for?
Once your booking is made and the details of your
needs clarified, we will put all of the details on a
simply understood agreement which is normally ratified
by a deposit and signed copy of the agreement. This
constitutes a legal contract between you and the act
that will give you the peace of mind that everything
is confirmed in writing. We normally accept payment
via cheque or bank transfer. We can also accept deposit
payments via credit cards, switch, solo or maestro.
The balance of the contracted fee is normally paid in
cash on the day to the act. If you prefer, you can pay
for the fee in full by credit or debit
card at the time of booking.
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Are your fees all inclusive? Are there any 'extras'?
The fees quoted are what you will pay in total unless
there is an extra travel cost involved, in which case
you will be advised of this at the time of booking and
it will be included clearly in your booking agreement.
Travel costs are kept to a minimum. If the booking is
long distance and an overnight stay is required for
the act then this will also be negotiated separately
with the booker and included in the agreement. We have
no hidden costs and we do NOT charge any booking or
arrangement fees. VAT is NOT applicable unless the act
is VAT registered, which is rare and if they were we'd
advise you of that at the time of booking.
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How far ahead do I need to make a booking?
There's no set time but it's always best to book
up as far ahead as possible. But don't worry, we often
arrange bookings at short notice.
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How do I make a booking?
Just call us on 0845 226 5324, fill
out our online
enquiry form or
email us. Either way we promise to respond to your
enquiry very promptly! When you make the booking we
provide you with a 'plain-speak' agreement that will
include all of the terms and conditions applicable to
your booking. You simply check it through, assuming
it's all correct then sign and return it to us either
by scanning and emailing it or via post. We'll normally
ask for a deposit that's deductible from the agreed
fee of which the balance is normally payable on the
day.
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I may also need Irish dancers and or an Irish
disco, can you arrange it all for me?
Absolutely. We can coordinate the event for you and
take the hassle and headache out of it all by arranging
everything. We can also provide a
PA for hire
at the function if required. To find out more about
all our other Irish entertainment options visit our
home page and
see our menu and links.
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Do you charge me an extra fee for arranging
the booking?
No. As an agency (in the vast majority of cases)
we make our cut via commission paid to us by the act
from their overall fee. If there were any booking or
management fee involved this would be negotiated by
separate arrangement with you and included clearly within
the terms and conditions of any such agreement.
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I need to discuss this with you, can you call
me?
Yes, we'd be glad to. If you wish to make a booking
enquiry please either fill out our
enquiry form which asks
you for your telephone number or call our office on
0845 226 5324 (Local call rate). You
can also
email
us directly with any specific question you may have.
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