Kansas City Federation of Musicians
Bands and Musicians
If you need assistance or guidance
please call us at:
(816) 361-0201
AFM musicians perform all kinds of
music for all kinds of events. The Kansas City Federation of Musicians Referral
Service will help you to find musicians who best suit your needs. Here are some
frequently asked questions:
How far in advance of the actual event
should a band be contracted?
As early as possible. Many musicians are
booked as much as a year in advance of the actual performance date.
What if I can't get my first choice of musician?
With over 100,000
professional musicians located in more than 250 Locals throughout the U.S. and
Canada, we can find musicians who meet your musical requirement. If the musician
or group you want is already booked, we will recommend several suitable
alternatives.
How much will the group or solo artist cost?
The
cost will vary. The exact amount will depend on the number of performers, the
length of the performance (usually 3 or 4 hours), the occasion, and the
popularity of the musician(s). Live music usually costs about the same as a DJ
(and sometimes less) and makes every event special.
Can I hear a
soloist or group before signing a contract?
Yes. The soloist or leader of
the group will tell you when and where you may hear a performance. Most
musicians also make recordings and videos available
How can I be sure
the musician(s) won't back out at the last minute?
All you have to do is
sign an official AFM contract. Both the purchaser and musician must sign the
contract to make it binding. An AFM contract is your guarantee that you will get
the music you want at the date and time you want it. Once signed, the AFM
musician is obligated to honor the contract and so is the purchaser.
Non-union musicians and DJs give contracts, too. What's so special about an AFM
contract?
A signed AFM contract is "peace of mind" insurance for both the
purchaser and the musician. Even if a non-union musician or DJ offers a
contract, there is no organization or trade association monitoring their
activities.
What if I sign a contract and then find that I have to
cancel my party or event?
A cancellation clause may be added to any AFM
contract. This clause allows you to cancel the engagement with sufficient
advance notice (agreed upon by both you and the musicians).