Book Your Party Band

Perfect for:

Wedding Reception, Corporate Event, Festival, Dance Party

For the ultimate live concert dance party experience, our "Rock Star" package lets you experience the full power of the Phonix 9-piece Party Band and party like a rock star!

Your experience will include the impressive and highly entertaining full brass section, our two incredible lead singers, and a sweatier dance floor than you ever could have imagined!

But don't take our word for it. Hear what other Phonix party people have to say:

• Voted "Vancouver's Best Band" by the Goergia Straight, 2020
• "The most memorable party of our lives!" -Danielle & Jake, newlyweds
• "Boy did those horns POP. Voices were phenomenal. -Gabby and Kurt, newlyweds
• "...A variety of music that we could really dance to and I had so many guests ask me "how did you find this band?" Gladys, mother of the bride
• "Having the first dance song played live is an incredible experience, and one we highly suggest hiring The Phonix for." -Grace & David, newlyweds
• "The kitchen couldn't even serve the dessert course because every single guest was up dancing!" -Alina & Joe, Newlyweds

What's included?

The "Rock Star" Package:

• The FULL brass section! (Trumpet, tenor sax, bari sax)
• 2 lead singers
• Keyboard
• Guitar
• Bass
• Drums

Tech:

• Large Professional sound system for band and speeches for crowds as large as 300
• Complimentary pre-recorded background music during band breaks
• Dedicated audio technician for your sounds and speeches
• Lighting for stage and dance floor

Performance:

• 3 x 50-minute or 2 x 75 minutes of music performance
• Our old school song list of all your favourite funk, soul, R&B, Motown and pop classics
• One song request

What else do you need?

Nothing. This service is a complete package that comes ready to entertain your party.

Of course, other great add-ons are available. Take a look at our cocktail music and dinner music options as well as our incredibly popular Magic Mirror Photo Booth!

Perfect for:

Wedding Reception, Corporate Event, Festival, Dance Party

Maybe your not a huge fan of brass? (*sniff*) You can cut down our horn section from 3 to 1 and save some bank. Still an awesome Phonix Party!

• "The Phonix is WOW. They were fantastic, people were on the dance floor right from the first song until the lights came on. They absolutely nailed our first dance song don't think there was a dry eye in the house." -Debbie & Graham, newlyweds
• "Incredibly reliable, they were able to throw an awesome show on very short notice, which was an enormous relief!! And if anybody is thinking of hiring a DJ instead of this band, let me tell you now - you'd be wasting money. No question." -Nicole & Andrew, newlyweds

What's included?

Phonix 7-Piece Dance Band:

• A single horn: Trumpet or sax
• 2 lead singers
• Keyboard
• Guitar
• Bass
• Drums

Tech:

• Professional sound system for band and speeches for crowds as large as 300
• Complimentary pre-recorded background music during band breaks
• Dedicated audio technician
• Lighting for stage and dance floor

Performance:

• 3 x 50-minute or 2 x 75 minutes of music performance
• Our old school song list of all your favourite funk, soul, R&B, Motown and pop classics
• One song request

What else do you need?

Nothing. This service is a complete package that comes ready to entertain your party.

Of course, other great add-ons are available. Take a look at our cocktail music and dinner music options as well as our incredibly popular Magic Mirror Photo Booth!

Perfect for:

Small Wedding Reception, Cocktail Event, Corporate Function, Festival, Dance Party

Tight on space? This is your band! You still deserve a memorable and highly entertaining party even if your venue (or budget) is on the smaller side. We can cram this group in a 10' x 10' space (no stage required).

• "All I wanted for our wedding was a giant dance party and I sure got one! You guys did an amazing job and I really appreciate it! I danced so hard I forgot to eat dessert and that never happens." -Georgia, Bride
• "Incredibly reliable, they were able to throw an awesome show on very short notice, which was an enormous relief!! And if anybody is thinking of hiring a DJ instead of this band, let me tell you now - you'd be wasting money. No question." -Nicole & Andrew, newlyweds

What's included?

Phonix 5-Piece Dance Band:

• No brass section :(
• 1 lead singer
• Keyboard
• Guitar
• Bass
• Drums

Tech:

• Professional sound system for band and speeches for crowds as large as 300
• Complimentary pre-recorded background music during band breaks
• Dedicated audio technician
• Lighting for stage and dance floor

Performance:

• 3 x 50-minute or 2 x 75 minutes of music performance
• Our old school song list of all your favourite funk, soul, R&B, Motown and pop classics
• One song request

What else do you need?

Nothing. This service is a complete package that comes ready to entertain your party.

Of course, other great add-ons are available. Take a look at our cocktail music and dinner music options as well as our incredibly popular Magic Mirror Photo Booth!

Perfect for:

Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Event, Dinner Music, Background Ambience

Dinner just tastes better with music. Keep it simple and classy with a solo musician who can easily stop and start to accomodate your speeches.

• "The band was awesome! They played quiet music when we were running late with our schedule and then rocked it when they got on the stage." -Marianna & Alexei, newlyweds
• "The jazz music they started with was the perfect background to set the tone for dinner... " -Alina & Joe, Newlyweds

What's included?

Solo Musician:

• Your choice of pianist or guitarist
• If you have a grand piano on site, our pianist will happily play it. Otherwise we will provide an electric keyboard.

Tech:

• If you book our 9, 7 or 5-piece band, the sound system included in that service can be used here for no additional charge.

Performance:

• Up to 90-minutes of music (15 minute break included in 90 minutes)
• Easy listening, jazz standards and contemporary favourites

Perfect for:

Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Event, Dinner Music, Background Ambience

Dinner just tastes better with music. Nothing says "elegant dinner party" like a Cocktail Trio. Guests will remember how you made them feel...so make them feel good and get their ears warmed up for the dance music coming later.

• "The band was awesome! They played quiet music when we were running late with our schedule and then rocked it when they got on the stage." -Marianna & Alexei, newlyweds
• "The jazz music they started with was the perfect background to set the tone for dinner... " -Alina & Joe, Newlyweds

What's included?

3-Piece Band:

• Drums
• Bass
• Piano/Guitar/Voice

Tech:

• If you book our 9, 7 or 5-piece band, the sound system included in that service can be used here for no additional charge.

Performance:

• Up to 90-minutes of music (15 minute break included in 90 minutes)
• Easy listening, jazz standards and contemporary favourites

Perfect for:

Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Event, Dinner Music, Background Ambience

Without music, your ceremony may as well be held in a stuffy board room and called a "conference". Background music during guest arrival, wedding party entrances and exits and for keeping guests' spirits up afterward is crutial to creating your desired atmosphere! A solo musician is easy to work with and versitile.

• "Their execution throughout the entire day from ceremony to cocktail hour to the full band in the evening. We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better music experience." -Erika Maddox, bride
• "The perfect background..." -Alina & Joe, Newlyweds

What's included?

Solo Musician:

• Your choice of pianist or guitarist
• If you have a grand piano on site, our pianist will happily play it. Otherwise we will provide an electric keyboard.

Tech:

• If you book our 9, 7 or 5-piece band, the sound system included in that service can be used here for no additional charge.

Performance:

• Up to 90-minutes of music. Sample performance: 15 minutes prior background music, then processional, recessional and up to 60 minutes of background music for cocktails.
• Easy listening, jazz standards and contemporary favourites

Perfect for:

Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Event, Dinner Music, Background Ambience

There's nothing like the warm, lush sounds of a live string ensemble. The depth and class that will punctuate your event with these several-century-old instruments will set your ceremony apart from all others.

• "Our guests loved the ambiance and background music that they provided and now looking back, I cant imagined the event without them." -Brad Binkley

What's included?

String Quartet:

• 2 Violins
• Viola
• Cello

Tech:

• No tech required. This ensemble performs acoustically.

Performance:

• Up to 90-minutes of music. Sample performance: 15 minutes prior background music, then processional, recessional and up to 60 minutes of background music for cocktails.
• Classical and baroque favourites

Perfect for:

Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Event, Dinner Music, Background Ambience

When was the last time you experienced live solo harp? Never? That's what makes this addition to your event extra special. Your event is sure to leave a lasting impression on your guests when your entertainment is this unique!

• "We had a Harp at the wedding Ceremony, PERFECT, the romantic fit to the event and an acoustic for the reception before the band started to play." -Alan Maddox, father of the bride

What's included?

One harp and harpist. Deliver and transportation included (within Greater Vancouver)

Tech:

• No tech required. This is an acoustic performance.

Performance:

• Up to 90-minutes of music. Sample performance: 15 minutes prior background music, then processional, recessional and up to 60 minutes of background music for cocktails.
• Classical and pop favourites

Perfect for:

Wedding Ceremony, Dance Party, Corporate Event

Our DJ service is a great way to extend your party beyond the confines of our live band packages. Our DJ can fill in the band breaks to keep your party popping and even an extra length to your party after the band performance has finished.

Our DJ service can also be used during cocktails and dinner if you'd prefer pre-recorded music instead of our live jazz, strings or harp options.

What's included?

One DJ and all equipment:

• Electronic turntables
• 6 hours of live entertainment (cocktails/dinner/dancing)
• Customized song planning worksheets
• Professional sound system suitable for up to 200 guests
• Set up and tear down
• Microphone for speeches
• Dance Floor Lighting
• *Optional Add-On*: MC Service for $350 flat fee. Includes consultation with the MC to consolidate MC script

Perfect for:

Wedding, Corporate Event, Tradeshow, Graduation, School Dances

There's nothing like the warm, lush sounds of a live string ensemble. The depth and class that will punctuate your event with these several-century-old instruments will set your ceremony apart from all others.

• "As an event manager, I see a lot of photo booths. By far the phonix photo booth is the most unique I have seen. "-Brad Binkley, event manager
• "After another company let us down almost last minute I contacted Eric and he put his Superman cape on and saved the day. He was able to book for my daughters wedding reception with only a couple of weeks notice. "-Katherine, Bride
• "Highly recommend the Magic Mirror Photo Booth if you want to make your party even more fun! To fancy poses, people can add writing, emojis etc before emailing the images to themselves.... instant fun!! LOVED this during our banquet and dance! Strongly recommend!!!" -Rita Irwin, event planner

What's included?

One Magic Mirror Photo Booth, Photo Printer & Operator:

• Digital Props
• Premium Event Props (including hats, glasses, wigs and a lot more)
• Unlimited Photos
• Unlimited Magazine Quality Prints
• Custom Personalized Print Template
• Instant Text and Email
• Choice of Backdrops
• Digitally Draw on Your Photo 
• Online Gallery
• Delivery, Setup, Take down
• Booth Operator
• 2 hours of Awesome Photo Booth Experience. Add more for $200 each hour.

Perfect for:

Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Event, Dinner Reception, Corporate Event, Festival, School Shows

Forget about costly reservation fees, delivery fees, grumpy technicians or the uncertainty of not knowing which equipment is going to show up. This rig is all a band needs to be seen and heard in crowds up to 300 people. Our equipment delivers incredible sound quality and our technicians are friendly!

The service is meant to be booked as a standalone service and we can work with any band or event to fultill their audio needs.

If you have already chosen to book one of our Phonx dance bands, this service is part of that package and already included in the price. So there's need to add this again.

What's included?

• Front: 2 x Yorkville PSA1 line array speakers, 2 x Yorkville 15" Parasource Subs
• Monitors: 4 x Yorkville NX10C
• Mixer: Presonus Studiolive 24R 24-channel mixer with 4 effects and 12 aux sends. Includes WiFi for remote control applications - musicians can download the "Qmix UC" app to control their own monitor mixes from their smartphones!
• 4 wireless SM58 vocal microphones and stands
• 4 x DI boxes
• 1 x Audio Technica MB/Dk4 4-piece drum mic kit.
• Plenty of xlr cable
• 2 x light bars with 4 LEDs each
• One effect light for the dance floor
• Includes delivery, setup, technician for operation, teardown and pickup from your venue in greater Vancouver.
• Technicians hours as follows: 3 hour load-in/sound check, 4 hour show, 1-2 hour load-out. Total of 9 technician hours included in price. More hours can be purchased for $115/hr.

Sample Event Timeline: