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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is your sound like?

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There are two options:

          Option 1: I have equipment and backing tracks for a complete full sound. The accompaniment can be                                 piano, strings, guitar, full orchestra, jazz depending on the style of music being played.

          Option 2: I can provide additional musicians. Additionally, particularly for wedding ceremonies, I can play                           with the pianist/organist from the church.

 


2. Are you available for my event? 

 

To check my availability, please Contact Me.
 


3. What kind of music do you play? 

 

I play Classical, Jazz, Latin, Christian, Pop and more. For a list of my music library as well as the most popular pieces of music I perform, go to the Song Lists page. You can also listen to Audio Samples.
 


4. How much experience do you have? 

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I have been playing professionally for 30 years. 
 


5. Do you travel for performances? 

 

I play throughout Northeastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania.
 


6. Can I listen to you before I hire you? 

 

You can hear our Audio Samples online. 

 

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7. Do you have song suggestions?

 

Absolutely! I will work with you to plan an awesome event.
 


8. What is your typical fee?

 

My fee is typically $150 per hour. Contact Me for a personalized quote. 

 


9. How do I hire you to play for my event? 

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Contact Me to check availability and receive a quote. A deposit of 50% is required to reserve the date. Your balance is not due until the day of your event. I accept Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay, and mailed checks.  
 


11. Can I pick my songs? 

 

I will work with you to create the perfect music for your big day! I take requests and have tons of music to recommend.

 


12. When do I need to have my wedding ceremony music chosen? 

 

I prefer to have all requests made two weeks prior to your wedding.
 


13. Do you attend wedding rehearsals? 

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I am available for wedding rehearsals. This will be at my hourly rate.

 


14. Do you play for outdoor events? 

 

Yes! I require a level, dry space. Cover is mandatory in inclement weather.

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16. Do you play traditional Catholic wedding mass music?

 

I have extensive experience playing the mass parts. I will need to meet with the church pianist/organist to coordinate. I typically play during the prelude, processional, unity candle, presentation of gifts, communion, sign of peace, recessional, and postlude. 


17. Can you accompany the vocalist at my wedding? 

 

Yes! I am often asked to accompany vocalists for weddings, and I am happy to do so. I will need to have a copy of the vocalist's sheet music one month before the wedding. A rehearsal will need to be arranged with the vocalist. This will be set in the contract at my hourly rate.



18. Can you perform special musical requests? 

 

Yes! If I don't own the sheet music for your special song, I may be able to locate it. 



19. I have other questions not listed here. How do I contact you for more information? 

 

Contact Me here. You will receive a prompt response, usually within an hour or two..

LAURA VOLENIK

 

Beautiful Music for Your Occasion

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