Frequently Asked Questions
How Can We Book You?
It’s easy! Simply fill out the contact form on the “Contact Us” tab on this website so that we can get the details of your event. Or you can give us a call or send us a text at the number shown on our website to discuss the details! Once we confirm availability and send you a price, the only thing we need is a small deposit and a signed contract to secure your date!
How Much Can We Expect To Spend?
The amount our clients spend when hiring Downbeat Louisiana for their event depends on many factors, including which band package you choose, event location/travel requirements, venue load in/logistics, and which add options you may want (jazz cocktail hour, ceremony music, photo booth, etc). For example, we are based out of Baton Rouge, so a wedding in the Baton Rouge area will have a lower rate than a wedding in Lake Charles or North Louisiana where we’d have to take hotel accommodations, travel time, fuel, etc. into consideration. Anytime we quote a client, it will cover an event up to 4 hours, DJing music during our breaks, and emceeing whatever you need us to throughout the night. Once we know a little more about your event, we’re happy to provide a clear, customized quote - no surprises.
How Do You Pick Which Songs You Play At My Event?
We want to play exactly what you want to hear at your event, so it will be a collaborative effort. About a month prior to your event, we will have you go through our song list and highlight the “must play” songs. If you highlight a song that we think may not be the best fit for the event, we’ll be honest and say “Look, we love this song too, but it’s a dance floor clearer lol”. We’ll then go through some of the other songs that may not be highlighted and add in some suggestions on what works well based on our experience playing weddings & private events!
Do You Require A Stage?
No! We never require a stage. HOWEVER, esthetically, it always looks good to have the band elevated or on a different level than guests. If opting out of purchasing a stage, we highly recommend a stage front to create some sort of separation between band and guests. If purchasing a stage, 24x12 or 20x16 is an ideal size for both our 8 or 10 piece band. We can recommend some great local rental companies for both stage fronts and stages!