Q: Do you accept credit or debit cards?

A: We accept cash or checks only. We do not accept any other form of payment including any type of electronic/online transfers.

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Q: Do you require a deposit?

A: Yes. The only exception is a municipal issued purchase order or public library concert booking.

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Q: Do you require a contract?

A: Yes. All engagements require an MRB Jazz Project issued contract. This protects both our clients and band.

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Q: Do you perform outdoors?

A: Yes. We perform outdoors (with certain restrictions) from June 1st to September 15th. For a performance to be designated as an outdoor one, it has to be stated on our contract. However we require a solid, flat and level surface for the entire trio or quartet to perform on. We can not perform directly on grass, stones, gravel, etc., or any uneven surface or terrain. Pavers and certain deck tiles are fine, as long as they are even and level with no large gaps between them. The performance area must be protected from wind and wind gusts that are 15 mph or more. This is a precaution to protect our instruments. As with all our performances, we need to have access to at least one electrical outlet. These measures insure you the best possible outdoor performance.

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Q: What instrumentation are the trio and quartet made up of?

A: The trio is made up of keyboard, bass and drums. The quartet is keyboard, bass, drums and sax.

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Q: How far in advance should a venue/event be booked?

A: Ideally, as soon as possible. The majority of our bookings are secured anywhere from one month to 12 months in advance of the venue/event. New Years Eve, Valentine's Day and Mother's Day are especially desired performance days. These dates are particularly important to book much earlier. However, it doesn't hurt to contact us even if the date is only a few weeks away.

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Q: What's the shortest lead time the trio or quartet can be booked?

A: We can at times do a "short date" booking, which is any performance that would take place with less than fifteen (15) days notice. With "short date" bookings the contract is emailed to you for your signature. You return the signed contract along with full payment  no later than the date specified on the contract in order for the date to be placed on our performance schedule. All bookings are on a first contracted (with payment), first served basis. 

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Q: How much do you charge?

A: Each venue is unique and has many variables. However, our rates are very competitive. With that in mind, we encourage anyone interested in our services to contact us for a no obligation custom quote.

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Q: Do you ever perform “gratis” or for anything other than a contracted fee?

A: We do not accept the following types of performance: no pay, open mic, pay-to-play, fan-based venues (“how many people can you bring”), performing for an admission fee or portion thereof at the door or any other type cover charge, splits, percentage of the gross or net, etc. We perform for guaranteed contracted fees only. We never use a "tip jar", we don't sell merch and we never look for free drinks or food. We are full-time professional musicians with many years of performance experience. We love what we do and always get an enthusiastic response from those we perform for. Our job is to help make your venue a success.

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Q: Do you work with booking agents?

A: The MRB Jazz Project is a self-managed/direct booking band. Nevertheless, booking agents are always welcome to contact us.

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Any additional questions, please send us an email

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