AVAILABLE TO ALL NA, OC, EU AND JP* DCs!
From our humble beginnings as a quartet for a lalafell maid cafe on Materia DC and now based on NA Faerie and Diabolos servers, EU Lich server and JP Kujata server, the Snowbirds octet brings a wealth of experience to delight and entertain any event or venue. We can perform across all DCs in NA/OC/EU/JP*, showcasing diverse content that spans various genres. We tailor our performances to suit your needs perfectly, featuring arrangements specifically by Snow the Bard. We especially love to support both GLBTIAQ+ and lalafell community events! You might also catch us at a random public bardfest on your server, especially if you are on the Crystal DC.Do you have specific songs in mind? Or is there a piece you'd like to play with your friends? Snow our Bard can help arrange and transcribe your music, allowing you to play it with friends or incorporate it into your gigs!
NOTE: EU and JP are currently in a limited capacity, purely as straight performance with limited costuming and emotes.
Upcoming Concerts
| Day | Time | Venue | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Every Saturday (unless booked) | 8:55pm-10pm EDT | HAWKS Hype Night | Lots of fun with giveaways and a bunch of great Diabolos bands and dancers! Whilst Hype Night officially starts at 8:55pm, it is not uncommon for bands like us to be set up well beforehand (an hour or so) - so sneak in early, and you might get to hear some new or fun pieces before everyone else! | Crystal | Diabolos, The Gold Saucer, Cactpot Board |
| Sat 7th November | 7pm-10pm EST | A Huck Reborn | The Huckleberry Saloon reopens for occasional pop-up bard events! This one will be a round-robin style competition featuring a number of wonderful bands; including the Snowbirds! | Dynamis | Rafflesia Goblet, W20, P13 |
| Thurs 26th November | 10pm-11pm EST | Sodalicious | SFW and LGBTQ+ friendly bard band establishment, providing family-friendly services, serving you freshly fizzed sodas and fresh out the oven desserts along with some of the best bands in Eorzea. | Primal | Exodus Mist, W17, P14 |
| Sat 5th Dec (Fri Night) | 12am-1am EST | Fire Ice Event | Hosted by Sunset Coast - more details closer to event! |
| Sun 20th December | 6pm-11pm EST | The WAH Awards | Where the realm's brightest take the stage! One night. One stage. The creators, venues, performers and personalities who make our community shine, celebrated in gold. For this the Snowbirds will be there for a short but very special performance! | Materia | Sophia Mist. W11. P32 |
NOTE: Events that are not open to the public will be marked as Private Events. NSFW events/venues will be marked NSFW. Snow the Bard and the Snowbirds are not accepting any new events/venues that do not allow lalafell or are anti-Pride. Events/Venues we work with in question must support LGBTIAQ+ and at least allow lalafell in the venue. No exceptions.
Availablity
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Friday | 10pm-LATE (10am) EDT |
| Saturday | Midnight-10am & 11pm-LATE(9am) EDT |
| Sunday | Midnight-9am EDT |
| Tuesday | 10pm-LATE (8am) EDT |
| Wednesday | Midnight-8am EDT |
These are our general availability hours. If you are hosting a major event (audience in the hundred-plus range) or an event for the LGBTIAQ+ and/or the lalafell communities, do reach out, and we may be able to accommodate a timeslot outside of these hours.
Hiring and Commissions
Do note that Song Commissions will eventually be released for general public use on the FFXIV Bard Midi Library (usually in 1-3 months). You can share your commissions with your friends, but please do not release them to a public MIDI library without prior discussion.The time before the general public release is for polishing/fixing the piece - any updates to the arrangement will be provided to the commissioner free of charge.
NOTE: Currently closed and on Hiatus for Commissions due to health issuesIMPORTANT: We do not accept commissions from October to December as we work on pieces specifically for Halloween and Christmas. Once September fills, we'll open again for Commissions in January.
| Type | Rate | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Band Hire | 1mil Gil per hour | Up to a maximum of 3 Hours - minimum of 1 hour. This can be in 30-minute blocks. The size of the band will depend on the venue and requirements. |
| Band Hire (Priority) | 2mil Gil per hour | Need a band on short notice? We can be hired at a higher rate on less than 72 hours' notice. |
| Band Hire (Congestion Surcharge) | 100% extra | Unfortunately, for any server that currently has a Congested server status, we will charge 100% extra since we'll need to park the band on that server during non-congested hours to ensure we are there, and this eats into our availability as we will not be able to play at other events/venues during this time. |
| Song Commission | 10m+ Gil | Would you like a specific song played, or would you prefer it arranged for you and/or your friends to play? The price will depend on the complexity and length of the music (full octet pieces typically start at 20mil gil). Average turnaround time is 2-4 weeks, although more complex or pieces over 5 minutes may take longer. |
| Song Commission (Priority) | 20m+ Gil | Do you need a song in a short time (less than a fortnight)? We might be able to accommodate you, but due to the stress involved, expect a much higher rate! |
Regarding Song Commissions
IMPORTANT NOTE: Whilst we will try to do our best for your venue or event if you are on a typically congested server then we need to discuss potential alternatives or add a surcharge if we need to park on the server well ahead of time.Terms & Conditions: We reserve the right to refuse requests, especially if they are on short notice. No upfront payment; payment expected upon completion of the hire/song. Song commissions will include a complimentary playthrough of the piece at the time of mutual choosing, along with a live recording and PDF of the sheet music created.