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Jones & Company is available for all types of private engagements from large, corporate events & conventions, to small intimate weddings.  Contact us for your next special event.  Below you'll find a list of some Frequently Asked Questions as well as some testimonials from some of our past clients..

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many pieces is Jones & Company?
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Jones & Company performs as a four piece group including bass, drums, keyboards, & saxophone. The group develops rich vocal harmonies and authentic stylings. Our sax player doubles on bass & flute, while our bass player doubles on guitar, allowing for a wide variety of musical styles.

Q: What type of music do you play?
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We cover everything from jazz to R&B, Reggae and classics, up to today's top 40 hits. We can play a variety of ethnic music and are happy to take your special requests. Our female vocalist is bilingual allowing us to cover a variety of Latin music as well.

Q: What type of events are you available for?
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We perform at conventions, weddings, theme parties and outdoor concerts.

Q: How long do you play and how many breaks do you take?
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Most parties are three to four hours in which we will generally take four fifteen-minute breaks. During our breaks we provide tapes and cd's giving you continuous music.

Q: How do you control the volume?
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We are experts at keeping the volume just right. During dinner we play at a volume that allows your guests to carry on a conversation, After dinner we increase the energy just enough to get the crowd dancing. We use a state of the art sound system that provides the highest quality of sound and our sound tech can raise or lower the volume with the touch of a button.

Q: What are the advantages of using a live band?
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Live music creates energy and excitement, which simply cannot be captured by recorded music. We can create a mood that will get the crowd dancing without having to pull your guests out of their seats and without the use of cheap lighting and smoke effects.

Q: Will you learn a special request?
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Usually one or two as long as you provide us with a tape or cd no later than six weeks prior to the date of your party.

Q: Can you provide music for the ceremony and/or cocktail hour?
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Our keyboardist & saxophonist can provide a variety of classical, jazz and easy listening music as well as traditional wedding music for ceremonies.

Q: Do I need to meet with the band coordinator, MC?
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Planning can be done over the phone and via mail or email and fax.

Q: How will you handle the flow of events, introductions and special dances?
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You provide our master of ceremonies with all the details to specify how the days events will be handled. Jones & Company is experienced at working with event coordinators, catering staff and other vendors so you are ensured that the day will run smoothly.

Q: I've decided that I want Jones & Company as my band. What happens next?
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We send you our entertainment agreement, which clearly spells out the terms and conditions. Your deposit, which is usually 50% of the basic charge, is due along with the signed agreement. The signed agreement along with the deposit must be returned to the band within two weeks of the issue date. All dates remain ‘open & available’ until the time deposit is received.

What some of our Clients have to say…

“You guys were wonderful! We are so happy we had Jones & Co play for our reception. I, of course, knew you'd be great. Thank you for helping to make our Wedding Day the best day of our lives.”
Wendi, Panama City FL

”George and I would like to thank you for making our wedding reception a great success! The music sounded great and you really played to the crowd! We've had so many guests ask about you and compliment your band! Al was very professional from the start of the planning process, which made things more enjoyable! It was a pleasure to have your band at our reception, and if you ever need a reference please don't hesitate to call.”
George & Michele, Pensacola FL

”Thanks so much to you and the band for providing such great music for the banquet last night...”
Susie, Wedding Professional, Montgomery AL

”Thank you for making my daughter's wedding reception perfect. You and your band and your beautifully gifted vocalists are to be congratulated on your unequaled talents and professionalism. We could have danced all night if time allowed. I am so happy I found you when I did. Thank you for an evening and event we will all long remember.”
Sandra, Nashville TN

”I couldn't let another day pass without dropping you a note and thanking you for giving Mike and me a wedding we'll treasure forever. You were wonderful and I have heard raves and raves about how great you played. If I can ever provide a reference, please, I would be privileged to let anyone know how great you were.”
Leslie & Mike, Atlanta GA

”Thank you for the wonderful entertainment you provided for our wedding. Y'all were fantastic. Everyone had a great time and it was mostly because of your performance.“

Lauri & David, Destin FL

”Thank you for making my husband's 50th birthday a HUGE success. It was nice to not have to worry about entertaining everyone as the band did a magnificent job in doing so.”
Lynn, Ft Walton Beach FL

”The performance of all the members was wonderful. Your selections of songs were right on target. Jones & Co is definitely a group of professional, talented musicians. I will recommend Jones & Co to my fellow colleagues in the special events industry.”
Wayne, Special Events Coordinator, Destin

“Thank you for providing such a great evening for Jane's wedding with your music. We have had many favorable comments about you, and certainly enjoyed the entire program. We had to keep making the dance floor bigger and I know there were some sore feet on Sunday morning! Thank you for putting so much effort into your program and playing. We didn't want the music to end! Thanks so much.”
Julie, Mobile AL

”This was the second time we have had the pleasure of working with you and we hope it will not be our last opportunity to work together. Thanks again for making the evening so much fun! Our clients were extremely complimentary.”

Amanda, Hilton Hotels

”Dave & I would like to thank you for making our reception so special! Your music was wonderful!! We are still hearing from friends about what a great band we had at the reception. Everyone had such a great time! We will pass your name along to everyone! Thank you for putting up with all the last minute changes! You were wonderful to work with! Thank you!”
Dave & Darcie, Atlanta GA

”Thank you for the wonderful music at Susan’s reception! Everyone had a terrific time, including myself! You are all fantastic musicians! Many, many thanks.”
Carolyn, Atlanta GA

”I just want to express my appreciation to you for the fabulous music last Saturday for Kelly's wedding. Everything was great! All the guests have been commenting on how much they enjoyed the band. The dinner music was exactly what I had wanted. Obviously, everyone enjoyed the dancing music, because no one ever sat down again after dinner. (I, for one, never even tasted the dessert or wedding cake!”
Sheryl, Shalimar FL

”We want to thank you for providing such great music at our daughter's wedding. It's true that the music makes the wedding and everyone had a great time!”
Dr. & Mrs. Greenberg

"What a night of the "best" music and dancing you performed for us! Our friends and family are still talking about the evening, and your band."

Dolly & Mark, Navarre FL

"Thank you for providing a wonderful quality musical production that enhanced the wedding of Connie and Dan. I appreciated the variety, and your organization/narration of the celebration activities. We are very grateful for your personal and professional expertise and caring."

Harvey & Elaine, Niceville FL

"We are still talking with family and friends about the spectacular music that led to the 'best wedding on record.' Whenever we reflect on that special day, among the first things that comes to mind is the sounds of your band and the vision of everyone crowding on the dance floor to be a part of the festive mood you helped to create. Not only did you meet our unique request of playing Latin, American, Jazz and Reggae all in one night, you played each portion to perfection."

Vanessa & Marty, Panama City Beach FL

"Bravo! The music you provided for Christine’s and Scott’s wedding was perfection. Everyone - young and old - enjoyed the selections. Music is the main factor in making or breaking a party. I would say ours was a huge success because of the great music."

Brenda & John, Destin FL

"My daughter’s choice in wanting you to play at her wedding was the best and most meaningful decision that was made. People never stopped dancing and stayed until you stopped playing. You knew just the right musical approach for a party of different generations. Most of my friends said that after they ate they never sat down again. I really feel that the warmth and certainly the fun of our wedding was because of you."

Carol, Ft Walton Beach FL

"It has truly been both a pleasure and a privilege to have worked with you in planning such an event. The professionalism and expertise that you exemplified deserves recognition."

Robert, Independent Insurance Association

"You were everything dad said you would be - and more. Everyone loved you. You not only highlighted each highlight, but catered to everyone’s tastes as well. WOW! WHAT A BAND!"

Audrey & Samuel, Tallahassee FL

"You and your band were outstanding. You had everyone dancing and a week later, our guests are still talking about what a great time they had."

Bobby & Ron, Pensacola FL

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