Live music at a drinks reception or networking event: subtle or exuberant?
A drinks reception or networking event can go in any direction: from a subdued gathering where conversation takes center stage to an informal closing event that almost turns into a party. Live music can suit both—as long as the lineup is right.
Summary
A drinks reception or networking event can be subtle or exuberant: Uptown XS (guitar, piano, vocalists) provides atmospheric background music without drowning out conversation, and always adapts to the room and volume thanks to in-ear monitoring. Do you prefer something more lively? The same formation can be expanded later in the evening into The Coverband or Uptown XL.
In-depth guide
Subtle: Uptown XS as a mood setter
For most drinks gatherings, our compact formation, Uptown XS, is best suited: guitar and piano with the vocalists, who provide atmospheric music without drowning out the conversations. Exactly the right balance between being present and staying in the background.
Extravagant: scaling up to a party
Would you like the drinks to gradually transition into something more exuberant? Then the same, already booked formation can be supplemented later in the evening with the rhythm section to form The Coverband or Uptown XL, to close the evening with a bang. This way, you don't have to choose between atmospheric or festive – you can have both.
Music that doesn't drown out the conversation
At a networking event, it is all about conversation and professionalism – the music should never get in the way. Because Uptown Coverband plays with in-ear monitoring as standard, we easily adapt to the room and volume, even at locations where noise regulations apply.
From practice
At the closing party of the European Guide and Scout Conference in the Maassilo, Uptown Coverband managed to create a great atmosphere with a small lineup. One participant wrote: “Many positive reactions from the participants regarding the repertoire and the quality. The communication beforehand also went very smoothly.”
Just that little bit more interaction
Would you like a bit more dynamics during the drinks reception? A saxophonist or percussionist can be added separately to any formation for just that extra bit of energy and interaction with the guests.
In short
Whether a drinks reception or networking event is subtle or exuberant is up to you – the occupancy simply grows accordingly. Want to know what is possible for your event? Get in touch – we are happy to brainstorm with you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the music evolve from subtle to exuberant throughout the evening?
Yes. Uptown XS starts off atmospherically with guitar, piano, and vocalists, and can be expanded later in the evening with the rhythm section to form The Coverband or Uptown XL, so that drinks gradually turn into a party.
Does the music drown out the conversations during a networking event?
No, thanks to in-ear monitoring, the band easily adjusts the volume and lineup to the room, even in locations where noise regulations apply.
Is there room for extra interaction during the drinks?
Yes, a saxophonist or percussionist can be added separately to any formation for just that little bit more energy and interaction with the guests.
This article was compiled by the entrepreneur and bandleader behind Uptown Coverband, who adjusts staffing and atmosphere moment by moment.
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