ABOUT US

Since 1982 Elite Entertainment Group Inc. and President Christopher C. Breighner has been booking the biggest names in music, comedy, sports, film and television. Our expertise in the entertainment industry can be a valuable tool when looking to secure talent for your event. Whether you are interested in the top name entertainers we represent or would like to take advantage of our many relationships in the entertainment industry, Elite Entertainment Group Inc. should be your first stop. With more than 23 years of experience Elite Entertainment Group Inc. has been providing talent for all types of events including concerts, casino’s, corporate events weddings and colleges. And for the client that prefers peace of mind or is inexperienced in producing events, Elite Entertainment Group Inc. can also provide a turn key service. This includes, handling sound, lights, backline equipment, and rider requirements.

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Physical address:
20283 State Road 7, Suite 400
Boca Raton, FL 33498 USA
Phone: 561.483.4888
Fax: 561.237.3053

EliteEntertainment.FL@gmail.com

Elite Offers Personal Management (or Artist Manager, Agent)

Personal managers represent one or more musical groups or artists, and oversee all aspects of an act's career. They deal with and advise the act(s) on all business decisions and many of the creative decisions an artist must make, and attempt to guide the artist's rise to the top.

Booking Agents (or Talent Agent)

Booking agents work to secure performance engagements for musical artists and groups. They work to find talent to book, and may be involved with developing the talent toward a goal. They must possess good communication skills to sell talent and develop contacts in the music industry. They often work closely with an act's Manager, and may be involved in setting the fee and negotiating with promoters or clubs. A booking agent is paid a percentage of the negotiated fee for an act's performance.

Concert Promoters

The concert promoter presents, organizes, advertises, and in many cases, finances concerts at performance venues such as arenas, festivals, clubs, church buildings, auditoriums, etc. The promoter often secures money for the concert by finding others to share in the profits/expenses. However, it is often times the concert promoter who absorbs all the financial risk.

Music Supervisors (Music Licensing/Clearance)

A music supervisor may act as an A&R scout to find and license popular songs (as source music) for a film, TV soundtrack or other media format.

Music Business Consulting

The Music Business Consultant advises his/her clients, who are generally artists, music industry professionals or entrepreneurs, on music business strategy for their career or business.

Contractors (or Leader)

A contractor is responsible for hiring musicians or road crew staff and tending to all the necessary contract obligations through the appropriate union organizations. It is in the contractors best interest to procure the best talent possible while working within given budget guidelines.

Tour Coordination

The tour coordinator is responsible for coordinating the many facets of an act's tour, including travel, lodging, arranging for services, and budgeting for expenses.

Road Management

Road managers handle the problems that occur while an act is traveling. They supervise equipment, sound, and light personnel.

Tour Publicist

The tour publicist is responsible for publicizing an act's tour to both fans and the media through press releases, press conferences, and special promotions.

Advance Person

The advance person is responsible for arriving ahead of the act to prepare for a concert, and assisting the tour coordinator or road manager with details prior to the show.

Sound Technicians

Sound technicians are responsible for high quality sound during the live performance. They usually arrive at the concert sight before the performers and are involved in unloading and setting up the equipment and instruments along with the road crew. The sound technician supervises the placement of equipment, and works with the talent during the sound check to achieve the best sound. They may even work a soundboard during the actual performance.  

Online Resources for Musicians
(CAUTION: subject to change at the blink of an eye!)

Harmony Central
This great music jump site leans toward music technology and gear.

Musical Web Connections
Another great jump site for a tremendous variety of music-related sites.

Outer Sound
This online community was established to promote music created by and for independent-minded individuals. It provides information, research tools, news, educational resources, and communication capabilities to help you meet your music and business needs.

Industrial.org DIY Tour Manual
This web site lists performance venues and contact names all over the US and Canada. Most of the notable clubs are listed with various musician's comments about the clubs.

Listing of Open Musical Jam Sessions
Jam sessions on this site are sorted by State/Province/Country, and are generally tagged with musical genres to make searching a bit easier. Several sessions are tagged with dates to help keep track of how current the information is.

A Nationwide List of Independent Record Stores.
Sharpen you plan for selling you records and tapes by checking out this site, which lists indie record stores, sorted by state.

Pollstar
Pollstar is an industry trade publication that follows the national concert scene. Club owners subscribe to Pollstar to see what bands are planning to come to their city.

The Muse's Muse: A Songwriter's Resource
Songwriters will find articles, hints, advice, and a wealth of links to other sites, including songwriter and industry associations.

Music Yellow Pages
You'll find contact information for manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and nationwide services.

Carney, Sandoe & Associates (CSA)
CSA is an educational consulting firm recruiting teachers and administrators for placement in private independent schools across the US and abroad. Schools look to CSA to help them find top teachers and administrators for their position openings. Schools, not the candidates, pay the fee for services.

Internet Resources for Music Teachers
Music educators and students across a wide range of educational levels and specialties will find this a valuable jump site.

Private lessons.com
Find a teacher, post/update a resume.

Underground Music Monthly
Updates a list of independent music distribution companies organized by state.

Online Music & Entertainment Jobs Sites

ASCAP Jobline
Check out this job board, mentioning opportunities with this huge performing rights organization.

Bose Corporation
This speaker manufacturer's site allows you to search jobs by category, keyword or location.

Capitol Records
Current job postings broken down by category.

Dolby Laboratories
Current openings throughout the company can be found here.

House of Blues
See what jobs are available at this musical restaurant chain.

Los Angeles Music Network
A "grand central station" of music industry jobs. National spread. Requires annual subscriber fee to access full database.

ProShip Entertainment
ProShip Entertainment provides jobs for musicians, entertainers and technical staff interested in working on cruise ships.

Rhino Records

Roland
Occasional postings of jobs available at Roland/Boss electronic musical instruments.

Rykodisc
Mostly internships but an occasional job opening.

ShowBiz Jobs
Covers film, television, multimedia, recording and amusement park jobs.

Skywalker Sound
Check out what's available at George Lucas' state-of-the-art audio post production company in Marin County, California.

Sony Music Online
Their job and Employment Opportunity Board is busy, and includes information about in-house work as well as local opps.

Warner Bros. Records
A listing of employment opportunities from this huge label, and where to send your resume.

Online Musician Referral Services

Musician.Com

Music Network USA
Complete information resources for music professionals. Free Classifieds, Music industry links, Job Listings and more.

MusiCentral
A service for musicians to post their availability and other personal information all over the world.

Musicians Network
To offer a means for networking and mutual support to musicians and people in the industry.

Booking Agents

Booking agents have the responsibility of booking shows for the artists they represent. They make all arrangements that have to do with shows. Details such as sound, lighting, food, transportation, lodging, budget, and show locations are typically considered by a booking agent. Some booking agents represent entertainers of one particular genre, while others represent a multitude of performers and performance styles.

Entertainment booking is commonly needed for parties and special events, such as weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, corporate events, and other social gatherings. Elite Entertainment is ideal for booking entertainment acts for these events. When you work with Roland Moriarty at Elite Entertainment, he will offer services that are typically provided by booking agents, talent agents, and entertainment managers. The performers represented by the company are incredibly diverse, so there are always many entertainment options to consider for event entertainment.


Using Elite Entertainment Staff as Booking Agents

When booking entertainment for an event with Elite Entertainment, you will have a few choices to make. First of all, you can choose whether you want a DJ, emcee, band, musical soloist, group of musicians, solo entertainer, or variety act to perform at your event. Sometimes, multiple acts will be hired for certain types of events. You may want to use one type of entertainment for the cocktail hour, and another, more lively act when the party gets going.

Most of the booking that is completed at Elite Entertainment deals with musical acts. Almost every party needs some sort of musical entertainment, whether it is background music or the focus of the event. When planning an event, Elite Entertainment provides you with a plethora of musician options, whether you are looking for a jazz band or a lively DJ and emcee. You can also book entertainers such as clowns, magicians, dancers, or caricature artists in addition to booking musical talent for your event.