Early Ambience
4-5 Hour Package
Ceremony, Cocktail Hour & Dinner with Live Music & DJ
PACKAGE
OVERVIEW
CHOOSE YOUR ARTIST
Choose an soloist, duo or band that aligns with your style and musical tastes! Our diverse range of artists covers all genres from pop, R&B, soul, jazz, funk, country and everywhere in between
MCGEE’S SIGNATURE CEREMONY EXPERIENCE
Transform your wedding ceremony into a timeless masterpiece with McGee's Signature Ceremony
This exclusive experience offers a seamless musical backdrop of soft acoustic melodies, filling every moment of your ceremony with magic and eliminating any trace of silence. Imagine a gentle acoustic soundtrack underscoring the most heartfelt parts of your vows, adding an exquisite layer of romance and emotion that will be remembered forever
Each ceremony is thoughtfully tailored to reflect your unique love story, blending perfectly with your chosen setting, style, and atmosphere. Whether it's a beachside vow exchange or a garden celebration, this live acoustic accompaniment elevates the entire experience,
The experience begins by setting a beautiful atmosphere before the highly anticipated arrival of the Bride or Groom. Guests will be treated to a captivating solo or duo performance (or similar) with soft, acoustic music
As you walk down the aisle to your chosen song performed live, beauty will be experienced by all. Signing of the Registry and your Congratulated Song can also be performed live -60 minutes
COCKTAIL HOUR
While your photos are being taken, your guests will be entertained with a Solo or Duo performance by a Singer/Guitarist (or similar) creating the perfect, ambient music to enjoy a glass of bubbles, or two! 60 minutes
DJ
To perform inviting background music as your guests arrive at the Reception space - we ensure there is atmosphere at every moment
DINNER TUNES
Cool, laid back tunes as you and your guests enjoy your delicious meal with either a live performance or DJ set*
5 PACKAGE includes your First Dance & Parents Dance to be performed live, if you choose
COMPLIMENTARY TRAVEL
Complimentary travel within Tweed Region, Gold Coast and Brisbane
*Outside of the package catchment zone, modest travel fees apply
2 SPECIAL KEY MOMENT SONG REQUESTS
Your Artist will learn up to 2 special song requests, performed live for your key moments* especially just for you
*subject to criteria
PRODUCTION
Price includes a high quality PA, DJ System, all instruments
BEAUTIFULLY CURATED RUN SHEET
McGee is somewhat famous for our dazzling run sheets!
Our boutique and personalised service ensure the planning of your special day is stress-free and easy with a dedicated Event Producer including a beautiful curated final run sheet
RUN SHEET REVISION
Things happen! Details change, even up to the last minute!
This package allows you x1 complimentary run sheet revision
EXTRAS
PA is available for your speeches with a corded microphone
Guaranteed set up & sound check completed prior to your guests arrival
Music provided during break sets tailored to your specifications
FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLANS
At the time of making your booking, McGee offers various payment plans to choose from!
Equal monthly payments, split into 4 equal payments or simply at your leisure
EASILY MANAGE YOUR BOOKING WITH MCGEE’S PORTAL
Manage your booking with McGee effortlessly using our simple online portal.
Accessible 24/7, it allows you to check event details, planning, or make payments — making your experience stress-free and easy
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4-hours
SOLO: $1,550 + GST
*DUO: $2,050 + GST
5-hours
SOLO: $1,750 + GST
*DUO: $2,250 + GST
LINE UP WITH SECOND LEAD VOCALIST ADD $300 - full duration of package
2026 ADD $100
*Standard duo pricing is based on a second instrument such as keys, bass, sax or drums for 3 full sets - no vocals
Prices are exclusive of GST
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To lock in the Early Ambience Package, we require you to sign a formal quote with a 25% non-refundable deposit/ booking fee
You have 6 weeks to pay or McGee offers a number of different payment plans to suit
Final payment is not due until due 14 days prior to your event
PAYMENT OPTIONS include BANK TRANSFER, CREDIT CARD OR APPLE PAY
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PACKAGE BREAKDOWN
*30-mins pre-ceremony music as guests arrive | 30 - 40 mins ceremony
*15 - 20 minutes to move to the cocktail performance location
*x2 live cocktail sets of 60-min sets OR x1 live cocktail set of 60-mins + x1 live dinner set of 60-mins, with 30-min DJ break in between, and then any additional time thereafter
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The package can be extended at an additional $100 + GST per hour for DJ, or $200 + GST per hour for live music
Complimentary bump-in time is 45-minutes - if you require an earlier bump-in, the cost is $50 + GST per 30-minutes
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No supplier meal is required when booking the 4-hour package, however, a snack / refreshment is appreciated
A supplier meal is required when booking the 5 or 6 hour package
The Early Ambience Package is available for a select number of musicians – contact McGee for further information
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For any bookings that confirm within 8 weeks prior to the event, the deposit/ booking fee will be due 14 days upon confirming, with the final balance due 14 days prior to the event
For any bookings that confirm within 30 days prior to the event, the deposit/ booking fee will be due 7 days upon confirming, with the final balance due 7 days prior to the event
For any bookings that confirm within 14 days prior to the event, final payment will be due within 7 days upon confirming
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TRAVEL
McGee complimentary travel catchment zones | QLD Tweed, Gold Coast, Brisbane
SYD 80km radius of Sydney City
Maleny: $50 per performer fee is applicable
Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba, Byron Bay: $100 per performer fee is applicable
Outside of those zones, a small travel fee will apply per number of artists you book
RATE - 85c per additional KM marked from the closest town to the venue destination - McGee will happily provide you an accurate quote