Ben Fox Band

Pro

Category: Band HireLocation: Sydney-wide

Highlights

One supplier covers ceremony, canapés, dinner and dancing as a solo act, a band, a DJ or all three
PA up to 5000 watts, wireless mics and lighting included, plus battery powered gear where there is no power
More than 20 years of weddings and corporate functions across Sydney and regional New South Wales

About Ben Fox Band

Ben Fox Band is a Sydney wedding and corporate entertainment act built around Ben Fox, a singer and acoustic guitarist with more than 20 years of professional experience. The idea is that one supplier handles the whole event: live acoustic music as guests arrive and through the ceremony, canapés and dinner, then either a DJ set, a live band or both once the dancing starts. Ben fronts every band size, so the voice and the sound stay consistent from the aisle to the last song. Line-ups run from a solo acoustic performer through to a duo, trio, quartet, quintet or larger party band. The most popular booking is the solo plus DJ package, which covers the ceremony, canapés and dinner live before switching to DJ mode for the reception. Where a full band is booked, Ben DJs through the band's breaks so the music does not stop. A saxophone player or percussionist can be added to the DJ set for a live element on the dance floor, and MC services are available for an additional cost. Every booking includes professional PA up to 5000 watts, wireless microphones for the reception formalities and lighting, with audio and lighting equipment included for functions under 200 guests. Where a ceremony or canapé site has no power, Ben brings battery powered equipment. He arrives at the reception venue about two hours before the ceremony to set up, then works to the run sheet on the day. Requests and special songs are welcome, and a song list is available to download from the site. Popular Friday and Saturday dates can book out up to two years ahead.

Inclusions & amenities

Entertainment type

Bands HireDJsGuitaristsMCs/Hosts

Genre (DJs)

Top 40 / CommercialRock / IndieR&B / Hip HopDance / EDMHouseRequests Friendly

Pricing

Pricing depends on the date, duration and location — enquire for a quote. Quotes are built from the event date, venue, guest numbers and the type of entertainment wanted, and packages are tailored to the timeline and budget. MC services are available for an additional cost.

Performance Details

Bookings can be a solo acoustic performer, a duo, a trio, quartet, quintet or larger party band, a DJ set, or a combination of live music and DJ. Ben arrives at the reception venue around two hours before the ceremony to set up the PA, lighting and either the DJ or band equipment, then plays background music at the ceremony site as guests arrive. Ceremony songs are chosen by the couple for the aisle, the register signing and the recessional, and special songs can be learnt. Live sets are arranged around the run sheet so music keeps running whenever there are no formalities. Included equipment covers PA up to 5000 watts, wireless microphones and lighting, with battery powered speakers for locations without power. A saxophone player or percussionist can join the DJ set, and MC services can be added.

Frequently asked questions

What line-ups can we book?

Ben performs solo on acoustic guitar and vocals, as a duo, or as a trio, quartet, quintet or larger party band. The basic trio is Ben on vocals and guitar plus bass and drums. He also DJs, and can combine live acoustic music with a DJ set in one booking.

Can one booking cover the whole wedding day?

Yes. The full day package covers live acoustic music as guests arrive and through the ceremony, canapés and dinner service, then a DJ set, a live band or both for the reception. When the band is booked, Ben DJs through the band breaks.

What equipment is included?

Professional PA up to 5000 watts, wireless microphones for the formalities and lighting come with the booking, and audio and lighting are included for functions with fewer than 200 guests. Battery powered speakers are used for ceremonies and canapés where there is no power.

Which areas does the band cover?

Ben Fox Band is based in Sydney and performs throughout Sydney, the Hunter Valley, the Southern Highlands, the Blue Mountains, the Central Coast, the South Coast and across New South Wales. Travel to other locations can be arranged.

How far ahead should we book?

As early as possible, particularly for Friday and Saturday weddings, as popular dates can book out up to two years in advance. A date is only locked in once a booking agreement has been signed and the booking payment received.

Areas we service

Eastern SuburbsInner WestNorth ShoreNorthern BeachesHills DistrictWestern SydneySouth West SydneySouthern SydneySutherland ShireMacarthurHawkesburySydney CBD & Surrounds