Song Request FAQ: 

How many songs can I request? Generally songs last around 4 minutes, so I recommend requesting approximately 15 songs per hour that I will be performing for you. You can request a few extra songs just in case. Please note that this is different for wedding ceremony processions, and processional songs can be shortened or lengthened to accommodate your processional order and requests.  

Do I request every song that you will play or do you create a playlist based on my taste? Both! It truly depends on your preference. Some clients prefer to choose each and every song, while others prefer me to choose them.  Either way, your playlist will be created with care and custom-designed specifically for your event. But I also hope you will at least choose specific songs for special moments such as a walk down the aisle, first dance, or special music number. 

What songs can I request? Do you have a song list? You can find my song list at www.stephaniestrings.com/songs where songs are categorized by genre. I also enjoy taking song requests outside of the list, and from new-to-me genres and cultures, so please feel free to request anything!  Whether on or off the list, I must approve all song requests in advance. Please let me know any "must have" songs before booking to know for sure whether or not I can perform them for your event.  

Is there an additional charge for songs outside of the list? There may or may not be an additional charge for certain requests outside of my song list. If so, I will let you know in advance.  

How far in advance do you need me to send you my song requests? The earlier the better. At least 1-2 months in advance is ideal, but some songs require more or less time to learn. Please don't hesitate to ask if you have a late request. It never hurts to ask, especially since I might know the song even if you do not see it on my list.

Examples of Song Requests:
- Song title and Artist (Example: Perfect by Ed Sheeran)
- Song title and where it's from (Example: Pehla Nasha from the movie Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar)
- Genre or Mix of Genres (Examples: Afrobeats or A mix of Afrobeats and R&B)
- Favorite Artists (Example: "We love Drake and Taylor Swift. Please include their songs in your playlist.")
- Themes (Examples: Holiday music | songs by female artists)
- Style (Example: Classical-style covers of pop songs) 
- Do Not Play (Example: "Your choice of Latin music, but do NOT play Despacito")
You may also mix these types of requests. :)