Archive for the ‘Information about David Rothstein Music’ Category

How do I stay Organized for my Wedding?

August 28th, 2009

There are many details to keep track of for your Chicago Wedding. This how we can help you stay organized. Once you have signed the contract, you will receive a template of your wedding schedule. Once the form has been completed then simply email it back to me. I will confirm your schedule with you. At the [...]

Will you learn a new song for my Chicago Wedding?

July 14th, 2009

We welcome your requests. Jeff Sanders is our music director and arranger. Just give us the sing titles as soon as you know them, and we’ll have them ready for your Chicago Wedding. Not all Chicago wedding bands want to learn new songs, they’d rather just play the same stuff every week over and over again. This is [...]

What are your payment terms for Corporate Events and Weddings?

July 7th, 2009

To reserve our music company for your date, we require a 20% security deposit along with the signed contract. This deposit is non-refundable, but is transferable if your date is cancelled or postponed. The remaining balance for weddings, anniversaries or private parties is due one week prior to the date of your celebration. Overtime will be due [...]

How do we select the songs you play at our event?

June 24th, 2009

Once you are contracted, I will email you our current song list. Over the next several months prior to your event, you simply highlight songs you really like and cross out songs you really don’t like. If there are additional songs not found on our list, we can have those songs arranged for you free of charge. [...]

Do you perform outside Chicago?

June 17th, 2009

Yes we have performed for events throughout the U.S. We have a travel agent we work with who can provide the exact costs involved in bringing us out for your event. Depending on your schedule, we usually prefer to have the musicians arrive the day before your event. David will schedule a meeting at the venue with [...]

Are there any additional expenses not listed in your Pricing Packet?

June 10th, 2009

There are a few additional expenses not found on our pricing packet: Parking- The client is required to cover all parking expenses for musicians and sound personnel. This only applies to events in downtown Chicago. Meals – We only require meals for musicians performing 3 hours or longer. Staff meals are far less expensive than the meals [...]

When is my Final Payment due for my Chicago Wedding?

May 21st, 2009

The final Balance is due during the week of your wedding. We accept Checks, MasterCard and Visa. There will be a 3% fee for using a credit card.  If you’d like to make a payment prior to your wedding, we do accept early payments. We will give you a receipt and keep track of your payments. We [...]

How did you get started?

April 24th, 2009

I grew up in Chicago. I lived behind Wrigley Field until I was about 6. Go Cubs!  We moved out to Elk Grove Village where I went to high school. During 6th grade, I started playing the string bass. Prior to that, I played the violin. Going into junior high with pimples, braces, playing the violin, during [...]

What if my Cocktails and Dinner are in different rooms?

April 17th, 2009

Let’s say you are using our Chicago Jazz Trio (Piano, Bass and Sax) for Cocktails and Dinner. The Chicago Jazz Trio can easily move from the cocktail area into the ballroom very quickly and easily. For example, your cocktails are scheduled from 6:00-7:00pm. The Chicago Jazz Trio will play from 6:00-6:45pm and move into the other room [...]

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