MSE Productions
Questions
 

How long have you been in business?
Since 1983

When can I come to your office for an appointment?
From 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on weekdays and on weeknights by appointment only.

Where will your entertainers perform?
Anywhere! Most of our engagements occur in the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, from Baltimore, Frederick, Annapolis and Rockville, Md. to Leesburg, Fredericksburg, and McLean, Va. to Washington, D.C. However, we perform regularly throughout the United States.

Do you provide non-musical entertainment?
Yes! We provide comedians, magicians, fortune-tellers, jugglers, impersonators, clowns and more.

What type of bands do you offer?
We represent all styles - from variety bands that play music from all eras as well as Rock, Country, Motown, Swing, Blues, and Dixieland bands to name a few. We have both dance bands and show bands.

How do I know how many musicians/performers I will need?
The number is determined by the number of guests, the size of the venue, whether you want dancing and/or background music, and your budget. We have demonstration tapes to help you with the decision.

What makes your disc jockey's different?
Our DJ's will play the songs that you specify, we have all styles of music on compact discs, the volume will be at the appropriate level, and we are not simply a referral service for free-lance D.J.'s.

Can I talk on the phone or meet with the bandleader or disc jockey prior to the event?
Yes.

What process do you go through to ensure the success of my event?
We review with you all pertinent details prior to your event.

Can you suggest the timing of the events of what will happen at my wedding reception (cutting cake, first dance, father/bride dance, etc)?
Our event coordinators are glad to help you with suggestions for the timing of events and suggestions for special songs.

How can I see or hear the performers?
We have video and audiotapes of our performers. We can either send you a package or meet with you at our office by appointment.

How do I book the musicians?
Do I need a contract?
Can I finance my event?
We require written contracts for all of our events. The contract will outline all of the pertinent information related to the event. The pertinent information will include the performer(s), the location or the event, the hours of the event, the number of breaks for the talent (if any), the dress, the payment schedule, specific requirements (i.e., staging, sound, or lighting, for example).

If your event is six or more months ahead of time we require a non-refundable deposit of 25% of the total amount when signing the contract. Two months prior to the event we ask for a second non-refundable deposit of 40%. The remaining balance may be mailed to our office one week prior to the event, or can be presented to the performer on the evening of the event.

If your event is within six months, we require a non-refundable deposit of 50% upon signing the contract unless special arrangements have been made. The balance may be mailed to our office one week prior to the event, or can be presented to the Artist the evening of the event.

On the night of the event, can I ask the performer to stay longer?
Yes. If requested, our performers will continue, assuming that there are no schedule conflicts. The overtime rate will be specified in the contract.

What if I cancel the entertainment after signing a contract?
Legally, all deposits are non-refundable. However, if we are able to rebook the talent we are happy to refund your deposit in full.

Do you take credit cards?
Yes, we accept Visa, Mastercard, and Discover.

Please E-Mail us for any additional information and questions or comments. The following information will help us to serve you better.

  • Name
  • Address
  • Phone Number
  • Company Name (if corporate event)
  • E-mail address
  • Would you prefer a phone call or e-mail
  • Type of Event
  • Date of Event
  • Location of Event
  • Number of Guests
  • A brief description of your event:
  • Type of entertainment required
  • Would you like to arrange for an appointment?

 

 
 
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