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Tips For Online Booking Of DC Jazz Bands

Hiring the right jazz band in DC can be challenging, but Gigmasters makes it fun and easy! Here are five helpful tips for planning the perfect DC jazz music for your special event:

1. Listen to audio and watch video of as many DC jazz groups as you can. Jazz bands in DC are plentiful on Gigmasters, and the typical DC jazz trio, DC jazz quartet, or DC jazz combo all have multiple audio and video samples available on their Gigmasters press kits.

2. Thoroughly read client feedback. Many Gigmasters clients who have hired a DC jazz ensemble have left useful feedback about their experiences. Also keep in mind, a full jazz Band in DC might be larger than what you'd like, but often times a jazz band can reduce the size of its ensemble in order to suit your budget.

3. Book early. A great DC DC jazz band might need to be booked 12 to 18 months in advance.

4. Get a contract and read it carefully. Most professional DC DC jazz bands will also require a deposit in order to secure them.

5. Follow up with your DC jazz band as often as you need to. Don't be shy about making sure your band knows exactly what type of live jazz music you want!

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1. Greg Lamont Trio

(3 Reviews)

Location:: Washington, DC
Pay Range:: $450-$2500 per event
Member Since:: 2008
Category:: Jazz Trio / Jazz Band DC

The Washington Post writes "Greg Lamont's repetoire of jazz and American standards transforms any evening...and the music is intoxicating". As a skilled jazz pianist and electrifying organist, he has performed and recorded with numerous artists. His audiences range from small intimate night club settings to concert appearances before thousands. In a coc... more

2. Taimoor Band

(3 Reviews)

Location:: Washington, DC
Pay Range:: $475-$2000 per event
Member Since:: 2009
Category:: Jazz Trio / Jazz Band DC

From working in small groups in clubs and restaurants to leading his own band in Europe and US, guitarist and composer, Taimoor Saeedi continues to establish himself in the music scene. He has made numerous appearances at top venues such as Joseph Meyerhouf Hall, Strathmore Hall, Smithsonian Arts Museum, Blues Alley, DC International Film Festival, ... more

3. Potomac Jazz Project

(16 Reviews)

Location:: Washington, DC
Pay Range:: $400-$3500 per event
Member Since:: 2005
Category:: Jazz Band DC

We are one of the DC area's most popular jazz bands, and have appeared at venues like The Smithsonian and The Kennedy Center, as well as popular jazz clubs like Twins and Extra Virgin. We offer ensemble sizes to suit your event - from solo guitar or piano up to full jazz quintets. We can create or recreate atmospheres ranging from a "Gatsby-like... more

4. Jazzy Blu

(6 Reviews)

Location:: Washington, DC
Pay Range:: $900-$2500 per event
Member Since:: 2006
Category:: Jazz Band DC

Jazzy Blu is a band based out of Washington D.C. with a jazzy soulful sound enriched by the traditional jazz tones of years past. The band was started in 2005 by drummer, Dominic “Nikk” Taylor and keyboardist Mark “Mustang” Matthews. Jazzy Blu consist of bassist, John Kirksey, jazz guitarist Leslie Lee, saxophonist Chris “crazy sax” Ofstein, vocalist ... more

5. Sophisticated Sounds

Location:: Washington, DC
Pay Range:: $425-$4000 per event
Member Since:: 2008
Category:: Jazz Trio / Jazz Band DC

Sophisticated Sounds is a Retro-Jazz Combo performing Jazz hits from the 40's, 50's & 60's. From Rodgers and Hart, Nat King Cole, Sinatra to Peggy Lee, Julie London as well as Carlos Antonio Jobim. Classic Jazz with a twist! We play everything from the Silver Screen Jazz Classics to Brubeck. From "Blue Moon" to "Bluesette", from "Dancing in The ... more

6. The Knuckle Dusters

(25 Reviews)

Location:: Washington, DC
Pay Range:: $300-$2500 per event
Member Since:: 2002
Category:: Americana Band / Jazz Band DC

Search Google or Yahoo for "THE KNUCKLE DUSTERS - HOME PAGE." Specializing in AMERICANA: OLD TIME FIDDLE, BLUEGRASS, RAGTIME, COUNTRY, ROCKABILLY, BLUES, and FOLK music. Performing from DC to NY and beyond. One of Gigmasters' best bands. Reliable, professional and top rated! See our client feedback! MORE INFORMATION: The Knuckle Dusters have performed i... more

7. Sheiks Of Dixie

(7 Reviews)

Location:: Washington, DC
Pay Range:: $600-$2000 per event
Member Since:: 1998
Category:: Dixieland Band / Jazz Band DC

DC, MD, VA The Sheiks play several styles of dixieland, traditional jazz, and music of the 20s in groups of 3-8, for any occasion. If vocals,and therefore sound system, and drums, are not required, the band is mobile and doesn't require electricity.... more

8. Our Mood Swings

(1 Reviews)

Location:: Washington, DC
Pay Range:: $500-$2500 per event
Member Since:: 2009
Category:: Smooth Jazz Band / Jazz Band DC

OUR MOOD SWINGS is a 5-piece Jazz/Smooth Jazz and Neo-Jazz band. We like to call our sound Jazzy Urban Contemporary with a twist. Kenneth is the Trumpet player for the band unit Amafujo is the vocalist. Kenneth and Amafujo have experience performing R&B, GO-GO, Soul and Straight Ahead Jazz. We are based in the Metro DC area and looking to and looking... more

9. Blue Sky 5

Location:: Washington, DC
Pay Range:: $800-$5500 per event
Member Since:: 2009
Category:: Swing Band / Jazz Band DC

One of the best small swing era groups in the Washington D.C. and mid-atlantic region, Blue Sky 5 has been entertaining lindy hoppers, partygoers, wedding guests and fans of swing/big band music for nearly a decade! Airplay on 84 jazz and swing stations in USA and worldwide. Regular performers at the Kennedy Center Millenium Stage, and appearances at ... more

10. EnsideOut

Location:: Washington, DC
Pay Range:: $800-$5000 per event
Member Since:: 2008
Category:: Reggae Band / Jazz Band DC

Let this dynamic duo take you on a musical cruise as they embrace you with a diverse selection of rhythms from around the globe. EnsiDeout will spin the dance floor upside down. ... more

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