Competitive Comparison Frequently Asked Questions Case Studies	Against Independent ensembles Unparalleled Quality: One of the primary reasons why Panache was founded was because there are ensembles who perform poor arrangements of music that rob the richness the originals had intended and/or simply lack adequate skill to perform. Panache sets high standards not only for music skill in its auditions but also in their professionalism and stage presence. As specialists in our areas of entertainment, we perform using ourselves as our harshest critics. Scale and Experience: Our infrastructure allows us to have several string quartets performing wedding ceremonies, or any other event, at the same time. By performing at such scale, we gain an unequaled level of experience and expertise in delivering one great performance after another. Trust in our experience and detail management is the most valuable benefit we offer our clients. Price: Although the value of our services are much higher than our competitors, we take advantage of scale to keep our prices very aggressive. In addition, we have tiered our packages to accommodate different budgets and closely match our competitors' prices. Support and Auxiliary Services: Our music policy accomodates your requests to the fullest extent. We have unique resources to either find sheet music or compose tunes especially for you. Panache can also handle emergencies, such as last minute substitutions for an unexpected cancellation, and provide amplification options that other independent string ensembles, harpists, etc. cannot. Satisfaction Guarantee: Our level of confidence in our performances and services allows us to offer a satisfaction guarantee which is revolutionary for our string, harp, jazz, and brass ensembles. No other single ensemble nor booking agency can give such a bold promise. Against Booking Agencies Consultants: A professional consultant is the clients' only interaction until the performance to ensure a consistently high level of service. The consultant is trained to assess the client's needs, recommend ideal solutions, and then coordinate all necessary performance details using a precise processing system. Unlike other booking agencies, the consultant does not play in any of the bands and does not work on commission, eliminating any potential conflicts of interest. Live Band Collection: Panache often has the same access to bands that its competitors offer. If not, we have similar bands that can either match or surpass their groups. Either way, we pride ourselves in having higher standards for music excellence in our bands and select groups based not on a "cookie-cutter" approach but rather on their ability to fit certain niches. Our collection is therefore richer and more diverse than many of our competing booking agencies. Geographic Reach: Panache operates beyond the Metro Detroit area to offer its benefits in Northern Michigan, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Saginaw, and Port Huron. Panache has also begun expanding in Toledo and Cincinnati, Ohio while establishing a satellite in the Chicago area. Our growth is surprising but it is managed carefully to ensure controlled growth without sacrificing quality. Skilled musicians with professional performance experience Flexibility in accommodating most requests and event needs One on one session with a music consultant Consultant manages the performance details from beginning to end for consistency and convenience in the preparation process   Wide selection of different ensembles, styles, and repertoire   Ensembles pass through a strict audition process to ensure music quality   Ensembles are tiered by experience level for added budget flexibility     Standard prices are based on time to ensure fairness, rather than negotiated on a case basis.     Ensembles undergo performance training to ensure presentation quality     Extended performance network allows increased availability and an expanded geographic reach     Consultant recommendations are non-commission based     High frequency of performances rapidly develops expertise in organizing and executing live music presentations.     Money-back satisfaction guarantee on our gold and platinum packages.