Frequently asked Questions
Call Greg (425-265-9275 or 425-679-1178) or email (gregboehme@comcast.net) for info
Q) How much do the TROPICS cost?
A) That depends upon the type of event, number of hours, time of year, day of the week and travel expenses. Unlike most groups, our price is negotiable. We’ll quote a price for a given location, number of hours and date. It’s okay to make us a counter-offer. As a trio, we can almost always play for a price that will fit your budget.
Q) Are you available for for my event?
A) Please check our SCHEDULE page or email (gregboehme@comcast.net).
Contact us even if your date appears to be taken. Sometimes our schedule changes before the SCHEDULE page is updated.
Q) Will you reserve a date for me after I contact you?
A) A date is “reserved” when a deposit, of about 30% is received. If there is a delay in receiving a deposit we will contact you before giving the date to another party.
Q) Will you send a contract?
A) Yes. We’ll email you (or send via U.S mail) a simple, already signed, contract stating the date, time and place of the event and the agreed price and details. After we receive a signed copy of the contract and a deposit check from you, the date will be “reserved”.
Q) How are payments made to The TROPICS?
A) A deposit of about 30% will be requested to hold the date. The balance will be due on or before the date of the performance. All checks should be made out to “Greg Boehme”.
Q) How much floor space do you need? How long does it take to set up?
A) We prefer a space at least 20 by 10 feet that is smooth and level. Setup takes about 90 minutes.
Q) Can we use your PA for announcements and presentations? Can you perform “MC” functions?
A) Yes. We’ll have a wireless microphone available for your use. We’re always happy to make announcements and be of assistance to you, even during breaks.
Q) Can you perform music for our wedding ceremony?
A) Yes.Please ask us about what we can do. One popular option is to perform one or two vocal selections with light guitar and flute accompaniment.
Q) Can you provide background music OR, will you have a CD player or iPod connection available for our own background music?
A) Yes. Just let us know what you need ahead of time. We can also provide appropriate recorded background music before we play and during breaks in the “live” music.
Q) Will your songlist be right for our event?
A) We perform a HUGE variety of music that includes the most crowd-pleasing songs from the last 50 years to the present. Our music is age appropriate and never too loud, although we like to “rock pretty hard” given the chance. We get many compliments on our song selection and can often play requests and can learn a “special” song given advance notice.
1) See our SONGLIST page.
2) Listen to us on our DEMO page (your connection speed affects how fast the page will load)
3) Request a complimentary 30 minute CD of 60+ song DEMOS from greg at: gregboehme@comcast.net.
Q) How many ‘breaks” do you take?
A) Typically we take a 12-15 minute break every hour, A three hour event would have two breaks. A four hour event would have three.
Q) Where have you played? Who has hired you?
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A)For a list, click on “VENUES” below
Q) What do clients say about the Tropics?
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A)The emails below are from private parties and prominent NW yacht clubs:
“Thank you for making our reception so enjoyable!! People are still talking what an amazing job you and your band did!!! The whole evening was so fun!!!!! Couldn’t have been any better...you were fanatastic!!! Thanks again and we would love to come see you perform again. Many many thanks!!!”
“Thanks to The TROPICS!! You were absolutely fabulous. Everyone raved and told us how much they enjoyed your performance. It was a perfect mix of songs, perfect volume level, professional yet fun performance -really, really great!”
“Thank You! We all had a wonderful evening, and I can’t tell you how many people came up to me and said “where did you find the band? They’re great”! Everyone loved the music. You helped to make it a night to remember! Thanks again.”
“We have received nothing but rave reviews from all those in attendance and regrets from those who didn't make it. You all were fantastic! We have several musicians & music teachers in the club who expressed their joy that we finally had a REAL BAND & a very good one at that. Before the event I had begun to worry that maybe you weren't as good as I remembered. No need to worry. The music was even better. On top of all that, you are great people, easy to work with & came through with all you said you would and more. Made my job a breeze. Thank you!”
“We want to thank you and the Tropics for yet another fantastic night! Your songs were a perfect combination for the mixed crowd! Younger and older alike stopped to tell us how much they enjoyed your music and the evidence was there by the numbers dancing and staying late. Thanks for reading the crowd so well and pleasing everyone. Members were still talking about it this morning at breakfast!
CLICK HERE for: HOME VENUES BIOS SONGLIST PHOTOS DEMOS and SCHEDULE
CONTACT Greg at gregboehme@comcast.net