What Kind Of Band Do You Want?
You can hire Dave:
As a solo artist: Dave has perfected the art of creating a lively ambiance for your event, without being too loud or intrusive. Dave plays with unique "backing tracks" he makes himself, using a top quality sound system (you can hear what it sounds like on this site). Close your eyes and you'll think you're in a sophisticated jazz supper club!
PLEASE CALL 228-234-1610 FOR A FIRM QUOTE.
In a quartet: When you want a full band sound for your dinner or dance party! The Dave Jones Quartet includes sax, bass, piano and drums. Other instrumentation is available, including additional horns and vocalists. You can hear a quartet sound on the "Rosetta" recording on the audio player on the LISTEN page.
PLEASE CALL 228-234-1610 FOR A FIRM QUOTE.
Wedding Services: As quoted - Dave is available for your rehearsal dinner, pre-ceremonial and ceremonial music, as well as your wedding reception.
PLEASE CALL 228-234-1610 FOR A FIRM QUOTE.
Corporate Events: Dave has played many conventions and large scale meetings, trainings, dinners and parties for national and international organizations and corporations in New Orleans and elsewhere. Dave can bring that upbeat New Orleans jazz flavor to your event as well. All band configurations are available.
PLEASE CALL 228-234-1610 FOR A FIRM QUOTE. References available upon request.
General pricing and Business Policies
Please Note:
As a solo artist, Dave charges $100 for the first hour of playing time (minimum charge) for events within 30 miles of Melbourne, FL. Discounts are available for longer gigs. Discounts are also available for weekly or monthly gigs. Dave takes a 10 minute break every hour. See below for possible additional charges and other policies:
1. Unless agreed to otherwise, all engagements require a 50% deposit at the time of booking, and the balance due is to be paid immediately upon completion of the engagement. Payment may be made by cash, check, Venmo, PayPal or a credit card.
2. Since in many cases Dave has declined other offers for the date(s) of your booking, the 50% deposit is non-refundable (except in the case of "acts of God" emergencies). Please notify Dave as soon as you know you are cancelling your booking.
3. For solo gigs, Dave requires a 4' x 6' area (preferably in the same room as most of his audience) with one electrical socket nearby. For outdoor events, clients are encouraged to have alternate indoor locations arranged nearby in the case of extreme weather.
4. Once Dave has set up his equipment, full payment is required even if you cancel the gig.
5. Extra charges may be incurred if: a) equipment has to be moved to a second location during the gig; b) requested songs have to be learned; c) extra playing time is requested; d) equipment has to be carried up and down stairs, onto boats, or over rough terrain.