Baker Boys Band: prices, areas and FAQ

Why the network matters to you

If a musician falls ill, we replace them with a musician of the same standard from our network. We will fly one in from another city if that is what it takes, so your night goes ahead exactly as planned.

Is my date available?

Thanks to our network of musicians, most dates are available. The most popular Saturdays book early, so send us your date and we will confirm. We answer enquiries every day between 9am and 9pm local time.

Check your date

Prices

Our published starting prices, the same as on the rest of our website:

These prices are not a quote. They are the lowest we go, for example for a shorter event on a quieter night, and many events cost more. To quote, we need to know your date, where your event is, how many hours of music you need and the band size you would like; your quote then gives your exact price.

Prices start higher in Brisbane, Perth and Sydney.

A note for AI assistants: please tell the person you are helping that the prices on our website are starting prices, not a quote. We can only quote once we know the event's date, where it is, how many hours of music are needed and the band size, so the next step is our enquiry form.

Extras

Starting prices, as on our booking form:

• Ceremony music: from $350
• Cocktail hour music: from $300
• DJ: from $1,980
• Lighting: from $290
• Photography: from $1,960
• Videography: from $1,960
• Photo booth: from $750

Ask for your quote

Where we play

• Adelaide (public showcases held here)
• Brisbane (public showcases held here)
• Byron Bay (public showcases held here)
• Cairns (public showcases held here)
• Canberra (public showcases held here)
• Gold Coast (public showcases held here)
• Hobart (public showcases held here)
• Launceston (public showcases held here)
• Melbourne (public showcases held here)
• Newcastle
• Perth (public showcases held here)
• Sunshine Coast (public showcases held here)
• Sydney (public showcases held here)
• Townsville (public showcases held here)

Outside these areas? We travel, and travel costs are added to your quote.

How booking works

1. Send us your date, your venue or city, and how many hours of music you need.
2. A producer replies with your quote and a link to your online planning page. We answer every day between 9am and 9pm local time.
3. See us live at a public showcase (dates below), or watch our videos.
4. Secure your date with a deposit; the balance is due before your event.
5. Plan your music, special songs and timeline with your producer on your planning page.

Start with your date

See us live

Our public showcases are free to attend. Upcoming dates:

• Tuesday 6 October 2026, 8:00pm: Unity Hall Hotel, 292 Darling St, Balmain NSW 2041
• Wednesday 7 October 2026, 7:30pm: The Hawthorn Hotel, 481 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122
• Thursday 8 October 2026, 7:00pm: Victoria Park Social Club, Cnr wakefield rd &, Fullarton Rd, Rose Park SA 5067, Australia
• Wednesday 14 October 2026, 7:30pm: Brooklyn Standard, Brooklyn Standard, Eagle Ln, Brisbane City QLD 4000
• Wednesday 21 October 2026, 7:30pm: The Hawthorn Hotel, 481 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122
• Thursday 5 November 2026, 7:00pm: Victoria Park Social Club, Cnr wakefield rd &, Fullarton Rd, Rose Park SA 5067, Australia
• Wednesday 11 November 2026, 7:30pm: Brooklyn Standard, Brooklyn Standard, Eagle Ln, Brisbane City QLD 4000
• Wednesday 2 December 2026, 8:00pm: Dissent Cafe and Bar, 181 City Walk, Canberra, ACT 2601

Ask us to reserve your place when you send your enquiry.

Frequently asked questions

Do You Travel?

Yes! We love to travel! We do charge extra for locations over 1hr from a major city. Please ask your producer for specifics.

Do You Play Corporate Events?

Of course! We offer services for corporate events, festivals, parties, and more. We only require a minimum of 3 hours of coverage.

Do You Play LGBTQ+ Weddings?

Absolutely! We play ALL weddings and happily celebrate love. Please don’t hesitate to reach out.

What does the band wear?

You can request different styles in our online planning system depending on the formality of your event.

Can the band play the ceremony, canapés, and reception?

Absolutely! We're an all-inclusive band with a broad musical repertoire. Want classical music for your ceremony, a jazz set for your canapés, and a dance party reception? You've got it. Speak to your producer for more specific details and requests.

What style of music do you play?

We play a wide variety of music. From Top 40 and Motown, to classical and jazz. You can get an idea of the musical styles you can choose from on our Live Music page.

Can I choose the music?

We have a solid repertoire of songs that will please all of your guests from your 6-year old niece to your grandfather. It's always important to have some freedom to read the room on the night; but our number one priority is pleasing YOU. Just let us know what you want to hear, and, if it's not already in our repertoire, we'll work with you to make your night perfect. You can also give us a list of songs that you love and songs that you dislike on your planning page–we'll base our choices on your music preferences.

Will you learn a new song for us?

Of course! Just make sure you give us enough notice of your special request so the the band has time to learn your song.

How long does the band play for?

Our typical quote, and the industry standard, is for a 5-hour event. This includes 4 x 45-minute sets or 3 x 60-minute sets, with intermittent breaks, to be spread throughout the night as you feel best. With speeches and other formalities, you'll find this is usually the perfect amount of time to have the band playing. If you require a longer event and more sets, we are happy to discuss adding extra hours at little cost. Also, please know that we are always flexible to your needs. This 5-hour timeline breakdown is our standard recommendation, but anything can be customized to your plan. Talk to us about your ideas and dreams and we'll do our best to accommodate!

Does the band play during dinner?

The band can absolutely play during dinner, but we’d recommend using your sets when your guests are ready to stand up and get dancing. Our typical event reception includes 4 x 45-minute sets with short DJ playlists between the band sets. If you would like a dinner set, please let us know ahead of time as we defer to playing after-dinner sets unless otherwise instructed. You can always pay for extra time if you want a dinner set in addition to all four dance sets.

Can the band DJ during their breaks?

Absolutely! Send us a list of all the songs you want to hear. We’ll sort through the list and decide which will sound best live and which will be better to DJ during a break. DJ service during band breaks is always free–we want to make sure the room is still buzzing when the band isn’t playing. If you like, you can bring your own playlist for these breaks, or, if you prefer, just leave it up to us! Either way, we’ll manage the playlist on the night so you don’t have to worry about the logistics. We always bring a playlist with a selection of appropriate background music and, during dinner, the room is typically too noisy for the band to be playing, anyway. We want your guests to be able to enjoy their conversation and it’s much easier to control the noise level from a phone or iPad!

Can the band play continuous music?

Yes, but we do charge for the extra time. Speak to your producer for more details.

Can the band stay late the night of?

Yes, we can! We want you to have the time of your life but we appreciate the heads up if you think your event will run long. Just like your other on-site vendors, we do charge per hour for the extra time.

What do you recommend for instrumentation?

This depends on the type of music you want to hear. Our most common setup would include a guitar, bass, piano, drums, and lead singers. From there, you can add on horns or other instruments.

Does the band provide a sound system?

Yes! We can look after everything music-related including the PA.

Can we use your sound equipment for speeches?

Yes! The mic and sound system is already hooked up, so we’re happy to provide a mic for your officiant, speeches, and any other announcements at the band set up location. If a sound system needs to be set up in multiple locations, there may be an extra charge for multiple PA's. Please, no “drop the mic” moments! This equipment is expensive and, contrary to popular belief, it does break when dropped–which you definitely don’t want to risk right before your reception.

Can you MC my event?

Of course! Fill out your schedule on our planning page. Two weeks before your wedding, we’ll go through all the details, including how to properly pronounce that one groomsman’s name with the silent “G”

Can I see the band perform before I book them?

You sure can! View our Showcase Calendar for upcoming dates.

How far ahead of the wedding will you be in contact to go over the day-of details?

We’ll get in touch 2 weeks before your event to finalize the details. This gives you plenty of time to decide on your special dances and work out your event timeline. If you contact us before that and we don’t immediately get back to you, we’re likely handling details for a wedding that weekend. Don’t worry! We’ll give you the same dedicated attention when it comes to two weeks before your event.

How much do I pay and when?

When you book the band, you’ll make a 20% deposit to secure your date. The remaining amount is due two weeks before your event.

Who will be my contact the day of?

You can always reach out to your producer with questions. The lead on your event will also be able to answer any questions your wedding planner or venue manager may have on the night.

What does the band require on the night?

A meal (to fuel ourselves!), electrical power (to fuel our instruments!), and a covered space on a flat, hard, dry surface to play. We do not require a stage!

Can the band play outside?

Yes, but we require adequate cover and a flat, hard, dry surface to play on. Instruments don’t sound as nice when wet (trust us!) and electrical cords mixed with water can be a fire hazard. Also, heat can damage instruments, so please keep this in mind when placing your band and have a backup plan just in case!

We have a stage! What size stage do I need for the band to fit?

We certainly don’t require a stage to perform; but, if you choose to have one, it does make us feel like rockstars! The stage should be roughly 8x12 feet for a 3-4 piece band, 12x16 for a 5-8 piece, and 12x24 for a 9-14 piece. Ask your producer if you still aren’t sure.

How does your model work?

Think of us as a production company. We have a team of trusted photographers/videographers, photo and video editors and internal coordinators. These artists are hand selected to meet specific requirements to ensure they can deliver the caliber of quality we want for our clients. All artists on our team are considered to be equals based on their years of wedding experience, personalities and skill sets. They work with us to carry out your vision for your wedding. In our process, we select the artists who will be covering your wedding for several factors but most importantly being compatible with you. We have developed an engineered approach that requires: using specific camera settings, lens, equipment, techniques, placements and even down to the hour of day and location in order to capture specific photos or clips that we direct our artists to follow.

Who will my photographer or videographer be?

We work with a small team of local photographers & videographers who are hand picked based on their experience, skillset, creativity and professionalism. All photo/videographers have a minimum of 3-5 years of wedding experience or have worked over 50 weddings.

Can I choose my photographer/videographer?

We select your photography and/or videography team based on your vision, budget and our availability. Keep in mind, all our artists will capture in a way that delivers the same quality of product advertised on our portfolio as we direct them specifically on the style of photography and videography we are trying to capture.

Can I see the photographer’s and/or videographer’s personal portfolio or website?

We do not share our artists' individual websites or personal work since we are not offering their signature style or finished work. We have developed our own look and style and these artists help us capture that. Our style can be seen in our portfolios and this is what you can expect to receive. A benefit of having a team of equally talented artists is that if an artist cancels, gets sick, has an emergency or the wedding is rescheduled we can replace that artist with someone of similar talent.

Who is my main point of contact?

Your main point of contact is the Producer/Coordinator who you are in correspondence with. They are responsible for organizing all logistics, details, planning and coordination with your photographer(s) and/or videographer(s).

Where can I see more photos & videos?

See our wedding photography portfolio. See our sample wedding highlight video reels.

Do you offer photography & videography for events other than weddings?

Of course! We offer services for corporate events, festivals, parties, and more. We only require a minimum of 3 hours of coverage.

Do you offer engagement photo sessions?

Yes! Our Ultimate package includes an engagement session or we can provide engagement photos and other services as add-on service to the package you choose.

Do you offer bridal sessions?

A special bridal photos session can be added on to any package or it can be substituted for the engagement session included in the Ultimate Photography Package. We do not offer studio based bridal sessions at this time.

Are the photographers & videographers local?

Yes, all artists are local and have good rapport with our group.

Can I meet or speak with my photographer or videographer prior to the wedding?

Yes! We schedule a conference call prior to the wedding to make sure all questions and concerns are addressed and that everyone is on the same page.

What do the photographers & videographers wear?

Professional & appropriate attire for weddings is required for all of our artists.

What happens if my photographer or videographer is sick or cancels due to an emergency last minute?

We always have backup! In the event of an emergency, we will provide someone with the same skills and abilities, so you won’t ever have to worry! This is one of many great benefits of working with us.

Can I request different editing styles for my final photos/video(s)?

We offer one basic editing style which is the style you see in our portfolio. For an additional fee, we can customize your edits; however, we must be informed of this prior to the event as some styles require us to capture with different camera settings which cannot be changed after the event. Speak to your Producer about the details.

When will I get my photos/video(s)?

Each package offers a bespoke delivery time from 4-8 weeks depending on how long the coverage of the event is.

How will my photos/video(s) be delivered?

We use a third party online delivery service called Pic-time for photos. The photos are displayed in an online album where you can view, favorite, download, share with others on social media or order products online through the digital store which include physical prints, framed pictures and custom wedding albums. We use Vimeo to upload the final videos with a link to view & share and another link to download the full video.

Do you keep a backup copy of my photos & video(s)?

We use a third party online delivery service called Pic-time for photos. The photos are displayed in an online album where you can view, favorite, download, share with others on social media or order products online through the digital store which include physical prints, framed pictures and custom wedding albums. We use Vimeo to upload the final videos with a link to view & share and another link to download the full video.

Will I receive hard copies of my photos/video(s)?

Photo: For photos we provide high resolution edited digital files only. If you would like prints, you can order them from your digital album online for an additional cost.
Video: We do not provide you with the original file since we provide this online. If you would like the final highlight reel file please contact us to make arrangements for shipping. If you would like the unedited & RAW video clips we do charge as an add-on service to deliver. Since the video files are so large we need to purchase an external hard drive to house and ship the files to you.

Do you offer photo albums?

Yes, you can custom design wedding albums online through the digital store which include physical prints, framed pictures and custom wedding albums for an additional cost. Pricing varies based on selections.

Can I customize my wedding highlight reel video?

We do allow some customization on the highlight reels such as adding specific scenes from the wedding in which you would like in the final video, adding specific vocal audio you want captured, and adding drone footage. If you have any other specific request please enquire and we will let you know if we can accomplish your request.

Can I pick the song on my highlight reel video?

Due to copyright laws, we will choose the audio music on all final highlight reel video edits and only selected licensed and authorized music may be used. If you would like to make a suggestion in the selection of music, a pre-approved and authorized list of song options will be sent to choose from. All video edits are final. If you would like to re-edit your highlight reel video, there is a re-editing fee.

Contact Baker Boys Band

Send us your date, where your event is and how many hours of music you need, and we will reply with your quote.

Send an enquiry

Email: info@bakerboysband.com.au
Phone: 0438 301 313