What events do Fortune play at?
The band have played at all sorts of events, the most common are: Corporate events, weddings, birthdays, awards ceremonies, Bar Mitzvahs, PR events, trade shows, charity balls, Christmas parties, celebrity events, TV wrap shows, New Year's Eve celebrations. See our events page for more detail.
Can we see Fortune perform?
The majority of Fortune's performances are at private events, and the band rarely hold public showcases. However, please speak to the band manager about any upcoming events which guests can attend.
How do we check availability and make a booking?
Please contact info@fortuneband.co.uk or use the booking form here.
What line-ups are available?
We offer live music for all aspects of an event, from a string quartet, solo pianist, jazz duo & DJ. For our award winning party band we recommend choosing from our 5-11 piece line-ups depending on your venue size and budget.
Do Fortune supply sound, lighting & stage production?
We offer all kinds of event production including sound, lighting, staging, backdrops, dance floors, photo booths & styling. For events up-to 200 guests in the U.K, Fortune provide all sound equipment which is often included in our quotation.
Can you provide a DJ?
Included when you book the band are DJ playlists before, between and after the band sets which are picked to suit the occasion. A separated manned DJ taking requests is available upon request and always recommend. We also have DJ Live options where are musicians join our DJ in an Ibiza style performance.
Can we choose what songs the band play?
Trust must be placed in the band to select the setlist as they deem fit. One of our biggest strengths is that the singers read your crowd and make live calls to ensure the maximum energy is maintained throughout. What you see in our videos is what you will get at your event - soul, Motown, funk, pop and all the big hits!
Finishing after midnight?
This is rarely a problem but should be agreed upon on booking. Our standard quotation for events in the U.K is for a midnight finish.
What are the bands set times?
Fortune usually perform a 120-minute party set, which can be either performed straight, in 2 x 60 minutes or 3 x 40 minutes sets. We also offer additional sets for example at the ceremony, cocktail reaction, dinner and after party, which can be discussed with the band manager upon enquiry.
How far have do you travel?
Worldwide - more information on where we have performed is available here.
What are your favourite UK Wedding venues?
We have performed in over 100 UK venues as well as many marquees and private residences. We hold a close relationship with many esteemed venue and some of our favourites include:
Addington Palace, Annabells, Aviator Hotel, Aynhoe Park, Babington House, Banking Hall, Blenheim Palace, Café Royal, Caswell House, Claridges, Cliveden House, Coombe Lodge, Corinthia, Cornwell Manor, Coworth Park, Cripps Barn, Elmore Court, Four Seasons Hampshire & London, Fulham Palace, Hampton Court Palace, Hedsor House, Farnham Castle, Firle Place, Jumeirah Carlton, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Leeds Castle Kent, Loft Studios, Losely Park, Luton Hoo, Merriscourt, Old Billingsgate, One Marylebone, Pembroke Lodge, Penton Park, Sopwell House, Soho Farmhouse, South Farm, St. Pancras Renaissance, Stoke Park, Syon Park, The Brewery London, The Corinthia, The Dorchester, The Gherkin, The Grove, The Landmark, The Langham, The Ned, The Rosewood, The Savoy, Tithe Barn, Trinity Buoy Wharf, Wilderness Reserve.
If you haven't yet booked your venue, we offer a tailored venue recommendation & finding service - please enquire for more details.
Do you need a stage?
To get the most out of a party band we always recommend a raised stage (dimensions dependant on band size). Often venues will have one in-house or have a recommended supplier. If not, we can source and supply this!
How does payment work?
We require 50% of the total fee on booking and the other 50% either seven days before the event or on the day of the event.
Do Fortune have any personal requirements?
Our musicians are not a picky bunch, but we ask for a greenroom area with a hot meal and refreshments for them after soundcheck and before the main performance.
How long do you need to setup?
We ask for 1 - 2 hours for setting up and a soundcheck depending on the band size & amount of production involved.
