FAQ

FAQ
Feel free to browse through these questions that we often get asked, or you can email us at info@duoband.co.nz.

Q: Can I download your logo for our event
A: Please email us & will forward you the logo.
Q: The venue we have booked is small can you still play in a small room
A: Yes. We have 2 Sound rigs. Our normal size & also a large rig to cater for the big venues. Extra charge will be applied for the large rig if required.
Q: Can you recommend a venue?
A: We are more than happy to recommend venues. We have played just about every where in the wide Auckland area and know for a fact that some venues are better than others.
Q: I’ve looked at your gig guide, and you already have a gig booked on the night I want. So are you really available?
A: Yes. We can find a fill-in band for our pub gig, so that we are available for your event.
Q: Is the lighting included in your price?
A: Yes. Front lights are included which will be facing the band. If you require dance floor lights we are able to supply
these at an extra cost
Q: Is the sound system included in your price?
A: Yes. However if there event is for more than 200 people we may need to look at our larger system which will be an extra charge
Q: Is transport included in your price?
A: Between Orewa and Bombay, the answer is yes. Outside that is open to negotiation.
Q: Can I come and see you before I book you so I know what you’re like?
A: Yes. Please take a look at our gig guide page to see us playing live or you can see our video page
Q: Can we choose the songs you play?
A: Yes. Just send us a list of your favourites from our songs page and we will organise them into set lists.
Q: Can you learn a special song for the night, like for the first dance at a wedding, and is this all part of the price?
A: Yes and yes. We do require 1 months notice of the song so we can learn it properly.
Q: Can you do a theme party?
A: Yes, we quite often dress up for theme events.
Q: How loud are you going to be?
A: As loud or as quiet as you want. We are experienced musicians who know how to perform and use our sound system properly to suit your requirements.
Q: We have guests of all age groups at our event. Are they all going to enjoy your performance?
A: Yes. Tee & Carlos renowned for appealing to all age groups. Please take a look at our songs and you’ll see we play a wide variety from the 60s to the latest hits of today.
Q: How much time do you need to set up?
A: Usually around 45 minutes.
Q: Can you set up during the day before any guests arrive, and is this all included in the price?
A: Yes and yes.
Q: How long do you play for?
A: We play for up to 3 hours. Each set lasts about 50 minutes, with a 15-minute break between sets.
Q: Can you put CD music on before and after your performance, and is this all part of the price?
A: Yes and yes.
Q: Can we use your microphone and sound system for speeches, presentations, or other performers, and is all this part of the price?
A: Yes. An added charge will be included in the quote
Q: We’re not sure how long things are going to take, so we may need you to wait for a while before you start performing. Is that ok?
A: Yes. However we need to stick to our agreed times, so if the finish time is 12, that will still be the end time.
Q: We might want our event to go a bit later than we’ve said. Is this ok?
A: Yes however a extra charge will be offered for this.
Q: Do we need to feed you or supply you with drinks?
A: No. But we always enjoy participating in events, so welcome any form of inclusion.
Q: Do Tee & Carlos use music sequencing or backup tracks for any songs?
A: No way. We are 100% live.
Q: How can we be sure you’re going to make our night a success?
A: Please take a look at our feedback page. We can also supply plenty of names and contact details of happy clients.
Q: We have booked you for an upcoming event. What size stage do you require?
A: Our minimum stage size requirement is 3 metres wide by 2 metres deep.
Q: Do you have any special requirements of the venue?
A: Just a power plug would be great
Q: Can you play CD music through your sound system during your breaks?
A: Yes.
Q: Can Tee & Carlos play anywhere in New Zealand?
A: We can play anywhere full stop! If Richard Branson rings up and wants to book us on the first trip to the moon we ain’t gonna turn him down!
Q: How soon should I book Tee & Carlos for our event?
A: The sooner the better. We have bookings up to 18 months in advance. It is best to book ASAP.