Ken Weiner | Jazz ?

Serves South Pasadena, CA

35244

Hired 40 times

Not yet available

34 years in business

$250/hour

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Kenneth Weiner 
Completed on 5/5/2021 

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Introduction

My group will play straight-ahead jazz standards by artists like Miles Davis, Dexter Gordon, Duke Ellington, and Thelonius Monk. I love playing jazz music and hearing from my customers that they greatly enjoyed the music. I can work with you to customize the band for your event. Instruments include saxophone, trumpet, piano (or keyboard), guitar, acoustic bass, drums, and vocals. Note: if you are looking for smooth jazz (Kenny G), pure blues music (BB King) or pop music (Stevie Wonder), we are not going to be a good fit for you.

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Q&A

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

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I've been playing the tenor saxophone for 30+ years. I studied privately with the great woodwind player Bill Green. I played in jazz big bands and combos at UCLA and continue to perform at local venues and private events in 2-5 piece jazz combos.

What types of customers have you worked with?

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Private parties (weddings, graduation parties, house parties, etc.), farmers markets, cafes, restaurants, bars, jazz clubs.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

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Ask for references and speak to them.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

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How long is the event? What type of music am I looking for? What instruments do I want in the band? A vocalist? Do I have a sound system the musicians can plug into? Do I have electrical outlets the musicians can use for amplifiers? What is the dress code for the musicians? Will any food be provided for the musicians?

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