Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) & Concerns

  • 1. How much do you charge?
    • It depends on three things:
    • What venue? (How close? Are there stairs? Do we need to hire a sound tech? Is a sound system provided?)
    • What time of year? (We are in demand more often during summers and holidays, so those times generally cost more. Other times of year cost less.)
    • How long and what time of day / night do you need us to play?
  • 2. How are John and Dave related?
    • They are father (John) and son (Dave).
  • 3. Are you ever releasing any of your original material?
    • Yes! You can get it here.
  • 4. Where does the name “Van Dyke Revue” come from?
    • The group (under a different lineup) started playing under “The Van Dyke Acoustic Revue,” a play on some of the blues and R & B bands that were big in the late 1960’s. We dropped the “Acoustic,” because the gigs weren’t coming in as quickly.
  • 5. Who manages the website?
    • Dave. He does it through NetFusion. The video files are taken impromptu at the shows.
  • 10. Other questions should be submitted here.
  • CONCERNS
  • We know. You would love to have a live band at your party / wedding / tavern / corporate party, but you have many concerns.
  • A. You are concerned the band’s volume will be too loud or not loud enough.
    • The Van Dyke Revue will “turn down” as low or “turn up” as high as the proprietor requests it to be. Generally, The Van Dyke Revue performs at a reasonable volume. Guests will be able to hear the band, but will also be able to carry on a conversation while enjoying the music.
  • B. You are concerned the band will dress unprofessionally.
    • The Van Dyke Revue assumes the engagement requires semi-proper attire (as seen in this photo), unless otherwise informed.
  • C. You are concerned the band will only play one type of music and /or will not play songs your audience wants to hear.
    • The Van Dyke Revue is a variety band. The band regularly performs over 200 songs, featuring older rock and roll, traditional country / bluegrass, blues, soul, 80’s & 90’s rock, beach music, torch songs, and dinner music. The Van Dyke Revue can provide “special song” requests, when given advanced notice.
  • D. You are concerned the band will “cheat,” using backing tracks and preprogrammed machines.
    • The Van Dyke Revue is pure music. There is never any preprogrammed or “packaged” music. The Van Dyke Revue takes pride in learning every song it performs.
  • E. You are concerned the band will not have a following.
    • We have a following. Take a look them here! 
  • F. You are concerned the band will not advertise.
  • G. You are concerned every song will sound alike.
    • The Van Dyke Revue utilizes three lead vocalists, drums, bass, harmonica, piano, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, and violin. The repertoire is varied and eclectic.
  • H. You are concerned the band will not allow “sit-ins” or other guest musicians.
  • I. You are concerned the band will not provide a contract, or worse, fail to show up!
    • The Van Dyke Revue has missed two of over one thousand engagements (due to a car accident en route and a family emergency). Since the band was founded eight years ago, The Van Dyke Revue has prided itself on reliability. Contracts are readily available, should you require one.
  • J. You are concerned the band will not have proper stage lighting or sound equipment.
    • The Van Dyke Revue will provide all sound and lighting equipment needed.
  • K. You want to throw a Holiday / Theme Party and are afraid the band won’t fit in.
    • The Van Dyke Revue has played at many theme parties. Check us out at these different events here
  • Feel free to contact The Van Dyke Revue online or through Dave’s number:
        • · IN: (574) 220-VAND
        • · MI: (269) 697-4246