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Soul Seasonings Band

Soulfully Smooth to Suit your Style

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Calabasas, CA 91302

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Description: SOUL SEASONINGS BAND http://www.soulseasoningsband.com Soul Seasonings is a fresh, delicious, and delightfully entertaining musical group based in Los Angeles CA. Soulfully smooth to suit your style, they put a new spin to the music you know and love. Soul Seasonings spices up your special occasion with just the right blend of Pop, R&B, Soul, Smooth and Straight Ahead Jazz garnished with Blues and Funk and sprinkled with subtle Latin and Brazilian blends for extra flavor. We can even help you create a preset menu of music to suit your individual tastes. Soul Seasonings adds flavor to your event with our executive chefs de musical cuisine, Jill (Vocalist/Band Manager) and Dave (Saxophonist/Musical Director). We can add a teaspoon of bass, a pound of drums, half a pint of fresh piano, four level tablespoons of boiling hot guitar, and/or a dash of keys and organ to satisfy the musical cravings of you and your guests and the acoustics of any size of venue. Soul Seasonings brings pristine quality music entertainment to each event with a dependable, streamlined, and effortless sensability.We service Los Angeles, Ventura and Orange Counties. Band Manager's Bio: Jill Desiree Lead Vocalist * Band Manager * Music Teacher After earning her BA in Vocal Performance from the Berklee College of Music in 2004, Jill has worked as a session singer for many music groups in the US and abroad, as well as directed and managed her own bands. She frequently performs with general business bands for weddings, corporate functions and private parties. After spending five years based out of Sydney, Australia, Jill recently relocated to the United Sates. She currently resides in Los Angeles. Aside from being a performer, she teaches private contemporary music lessons and coaches vocal students of all ages. Previous Venues: Berklee Performance Center Boston MA Bridal Expo Sydney NSW Australia Cafıı Metropol Los Angeles CA d'Alabora Marinas Akuna Bay NSW Australia Essential Wine Co. Camarillo CA Hotel Mulia, Jakarta Indonesia Intercontinental Midplaza Hotel Jakarta Indonesia Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas NV Portobello Bar & Lounge Jakarta Indonesia Royal Motor Yacht Club Point Piper NSW Australia Ryles Jazz Club Boston MA Sofitel Wentworth Hotel Sydney NSW Australia The Australian Museum Sydney NSW Australia The Nelson Hotel Bondi NSW Australia The Observatory Hotel Sydney NSW Australia Wedding Expo Homebush NSW Australia Band Director's Bio: David Olivas Saxophonist * Pianist * Musical Director * Music Teacher David Olivas began playing the saxophone in seventh grade. He practiced diligently and was a working musician by the time he entered high school. In 2004, he graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Berklee College of Music (Boston, MA) with a BA in Saxophone Performance. After graduation, David moved to Los Angeles to work as a session musician, sideman, and musical director. He also keeps a steady rotation as a private saxophone, piano, and jazz theory instructor in the San Fernando Valley. He performs regularly with several local jazz and pop acts in the Los Angeles area. Previous Venues: Berklee Performance Center Boston MA Commerce Casino Commerce CA Dakota Live Music Lounge Santa Monica CA Erika Blasberg Cooperate Golf Essential Wine Co. Camarillo CA Fiamme Restaurant and Bar Thousand Oaks CA Guantanamera Restaurant Burbank CA Hotel Cafıı Los Angeles CA House of Blues Hollywood CA Jerry Lewis Telethon Spaghettini Italian Grill and Jazz Bar Seal Beach CA Supernatural Convention The Beverly Hilton Hotel Beverly Hills CA The Canyon Club Agoura Hills CA The Knitting Factory Hollywood CA The Mariott Hotel at various places The Other Side Cafıı Silverlake Band Members David Olivas Saxophone-Alto, Tenor, Soprano, Flute and Piano Jill Desiree Female Vocalist, Piano and Background Singer Tony Campodonico Piano Adam Cohen Bass Walter Valdez Drums Ken Francis Guitar and Percussions Chadwick Johnson Male Vocalist and Background Singer Kent Moore Bass, Sound Engineer and Background Singer
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Frequently Asked Questions for Band
Are you an agency or a band? Band
What is the size of your band? Large (6+ musicians), Medium (4-6 musicians), Small (1-3 musicians)
What music genre does your band play? 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, Acoustic, Blues, Funk, Jazz, Motown, Oldies, Pop, R&B, Soul, Swing
Do you have liability insurance? No
What is your band's usual attire? Cocktail or Formal
Do you offer live sample performances or CDs? Both
Are you willing to learn songs that you do not currently know? Yes, up to two songs for free. Additional songs can be added for an extra charge.
How much time do you usually need for setup? One to two hours, depending on the size of the ensemble and the location of the venue.
How much space do you usually require? Depending on the size of the band, we can work with most venues
Do you have a sign or banner that you use at events? Yes, unless otherwise requested.
What (if any) special equipment, such as disco balls or lighting, is offered with your service? PA systems, microphones and small lighting equipment.
Do you usually emcee the event, or talk between songs? Yes we do.
How would you motivate the crowd if no one is dancing? Depending on the type of crowd, reach out to the audience and tell some jokes.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you need a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal? Approximately 15 minutes break between sets, we usually play pre-recorded music during our breaks to avoid silences. Meals would be greatly appreciated but not necessary.
Do you play recorded music during your break? Yes, we do.
If one or more of the band members is unable to attend, what is your backup plan? We have a great list of Los Angeles session musicians that would sub for our regular band members
What is your overtime rate? Approximately $100 per musician per hour.
Do you charge for travel expenses? If yes, how much do you charge? Yes we do, it would be factored into your final quote.
What is the required deposit to secure your services? 20% to book the date. 50% two weeks before the event. Balance should paid before or on the day of the event

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