What we do for our clients
The Continental Dance Orchestra provides live music for social and corporate events. We are experienced, professional entertainers who have played at thousands of events, and we will deliver the appropriate sound and look to make your event a memorable success, too.
The basic 6-piece configuration includes:
- vocalists, both female + male
- guitar
- upright & electric bass
- saxophone
- piano
- drums
Add a string section for an elegant feel. Add brass for that bright "big band" sound. Up to 8 more musicians — in any combination of strings and horns — can fill out this dynamic group.
Gwen consults with the client (event planner, committee chair, bride, etc.) and tailors the music selection to achieve the desired atmosphere and level of audience engagement.
The band will learn a song or two, if they aren't already part of our extensive songlist of 300+ titles.
Band members will dress to suit the formality and/or theme of the event.
The Continental Dance Orchestra provides a turnkey music presentation with professional sound system, lighting, and bandstands — at no additional cost.
The typical performance is booked for 4 hours (four 45-minute sets), although contract times can be adjusted to accomodate the needs of an event.
Not quite what you're looking for?
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The Retro Jazz Katz is a smaller, less formal dance, wedding, and corporate event band also led by Gwen Hughes. |
An ensemble, such as a jazz trio, with or without vocalist, can be arranged. Please ask your agent or contact us. We'll work with you to fit your event.
Check out original music by Gwen Hughes — a fusion of blues, rock, and jazz. |
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