FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My rates are estimated on time performing and traveling, starting at $150 an hour per performer. However, I love to learn new songs, so advanced requests are included in my services.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
When I first connect with a customer, I found out the main needs of the event: 1) What kind of musical atmosphere? That can be created by acoustic or electric instruments; vocals or instrumentals; number of musicians; specific songs, bands, and genres 2) What are the physical requirements? Equipment available, equipment I need to bring; size of the event space, size of the performing space; where I can load in, where can I park; preferred attire: casual, professional, glamorous, costume 3) The event itself: I usually check in sometime the week of the event (unless it was booked within a week). I check in with the point person when I arrive, unless I have been instructed how to set up without checking in. I prefer the quickest and most painless process available for the needs of the event.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have studied piano since 1988 with a focus in classical and jazz, guitar since 1997 with a focus in folk and rock, and ukulele since 2001. I have worked with private tutors and graduated music theory classes. I have performed in front of audiences since the age of 8, starting in choir, continuing to do so solo, and playing with bands at age 16.