Avalon The Band
Reception pricing
Prices start at $3,499
Packages
Prices start at $375
Category: Live Band or Ensemble
Type: Multi-piece live band
Genres: Americana
- Country/Folk
- Disco/Funk
- Motown/Soul
- Pop/Top 40s
- Rock
About Avalon The Band
Rich Burkholder
I have been a professional musician for my entire life. My mom was a music teacher & started me on piano at age 5. At 14, I discovered singing & the guitar. They have been a big part of my life since. I am an alum of Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA & toured the country extensively. Wedding receptions have always been my favorite because of the wonderful joyous feeling in the air. I enjoy putting on a great show & exceeding the client's expectations. I own a music school and understand that the customer is king. I've done over 300 weddings & always do my best to ensure that your special day is spectacular.
Avalon The Band provides a comprehensive entertainment experience for weddings. Rich offers complimentary consultations where couples can discuss their music tastes and other details. Soon-to-be newlyweds have full creative control over their songs and timeline, and Rich is happy to serve as the evening’s MC. The band is available to perform during the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. Avalon The Band has multiple sound systems, wireless mic options, and a full light show for the perfect live music experience for your special day!
Performance samples
Services
Services
- Ceremony microphones and sound
- Dancefloor lighting
- Event planning
- Learning new songs
- Master of ceremonies
- Multiple location support
- Music during breaks
- Sound system capability audience <300 -
- Sound system capability audience >300
Musical genres
- Americana
- Country/Folk
- Disco/Funk
- Motown/Soul
- Pop/Top 40s
- Rock
Event types
- Cocktail hour
- Engagement party
- Rehearsal dinner
- Wedding ceremony
- Wedding reception
- Welcome party
Avalon The Band packages
The 101
Price$2,799
This is our basic entry level package for a local reception.
- Master of Ceremonies & Hosting duties (if needed)
- Wireless Mic for toasts
- Recorded music during dinner
- Standard Band Performance 3x50 or 4x45 minute sets
- DJ music on set breaks
The Audible
Price$3,199
This is our 101 package + Ceremony sound which is VERY important so that guests can hear what’s going on. We can't stress enough the significance of proper amplified sound, especially for family members and older guests. We like to use a wireless mic on a stand for the couple so there's nothing on your faces for pictures.
- Wireless headset or handheld mic for the officiant
- Wireless mic on stand for the couple
- Separate low profile ceremony sound system
- Master of ceremonies & hosting duties (if needed)
- Wireless mic for toasts
- Recorded music during dinner
- Standard band performance 3x50 or 4x45 minute sets
- Dj music on set breaks
The Special Music
Price$3,349
This is our 101 package + Ceremony sound + Live or Recorded Music for prelude, seating, processional, any special music in the ceremony, & recessional.
- Live or Recorded Ceremony Music
- Guitar or Piano (voice optional)
- Violin add on available ($149)
- Duo or trio add on available ($149 ea)
- Includes prelude, seating, processional,
- special Music and recessional
- Wireless headset or handheld mic for the officiant
- Wireless mic on stand for the couple
- Separate low profile ceremony sound system
- Master of ceremonies & hosting duties (if needed)
- Wireless mic for toasts
- Recorded music during dinner
- Standard band performance 3x50 or 4x45 minute sets
- Dj music on set breaks
The Vibe
Price$3,199
This is 101 package + Cocktail hour music to create the perfect vibe for socializing.
- Acoustic Guitar & Vocals by Rich Burkholder
- 1500 song repertoire with customized playlist
- Duo, trio, or full band add on available ($149 ea)
- Master of ceremonies & hosting duties (if needed)
- Wireless mic for toasts
- Recorded music during dinner
- Standard band performance 3x50 or 4x45 minute sets
- Dj music on set breaks
Reviews
Write a review- Zola (3)
5.0 (3 reviews)
Hire them!
Great sound, great vibes, great people! They were super easy to work with and made our wedding night great. If you are thinking about having live music I would go with these guys!
The Perfect Wedding Band
Rich and Avalon The Band played at our daughter's wedding. They were awesome! Rich's communications skills were great, prompt and informative. He lead us through what to expect and gave us insight as this was our first wedding we hosted. They were able to handle sound for the wedding ceremony and it was set up without having to remind or ask, which was appreciated. Rich helped us find a string duo to play during the wedding ceremony too. Rich guided us through the beginning of the reception and helped facilitate the order of speeches and again provided sound for that. The band is great, fun and people danced all night. Rich is kind, honest and works very hard to make sure we had what we wanted. What more can you ask for!
Avalon The Band was awesome!
Hi I just copied and pasted this from the review I sent over. This band was incredible!! I’m so happy we decided to go with them—they rocked all night! The number one thing guests were commenting on, I can’t tell you how many times I was asked, “Where did you FIND them?!” The songs they played were perfect; you can really tell they pay attention to the vibe of the crowd! They offer services for all sound needs throughout the day (mics for officiant, ceremony sound, cocktail hour, etc). Rich is an all-around good person: professional, kind, easy-going. Typically responds within a day, which I was so thankful for! And they’re completely affordable, it won’t cost you an arm and a leg to have great live music!! We knew we wanted a band but I hadn't had luck finding anyone close to us that was affordable, responsive, and had wedding experience, so we almost gave up and had a dj instead, but I'm so happy we found Avalon! I cannot say enough times they exceeded all expectations and made the reception so unforgettable! Thank you for all the energy and talent you brought to our special day!
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