How long does it take to verify availability for a performance?

We usually confirm availability within 48 hours after first contact with the client. For high-demand dates, larger ensembles, or travel events, confirmation may take up to 3-4 days so we can properly coordinate the professional musician roster and guarantee the quality of the group.

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What is taken into account in service pricing?

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Pricing is based on the event date, location, performance length, ensemble size, travel distance, setup needs, and musician availability. Each quote is customized to ensure the correct instrumentation, presentation, and quality for your event.

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I submitted a quote, is my event booked?

An event booking is only finalized once a contract has been signed, and a deposit has been received. A quote submission works as a first contact to initiate planning event details, verifying availability, and finalizing logistics for the event in question. 

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Could the mariachi ensemble work with my event DJ to provide sound setup for your performance? 

Mariachi Monarcas provides its own PA system for performance purposes, which includes a crew to set up, man, and dismantle. We are able to work with other vendors to accommodate a performance, however, the vendor must have prior experience with live PA mixing for musical performances. The vendor must be able to properly mix vocals and acoustic instruments, manage microphones, monitor levels, prevent feedback, and provide appropriate equipment for the performance space. Mariachi Monarcas is not responsible for sound quality, equipment issues, or delays caused by third-party sound services not provided by our team. For more information, please contact us about our microphone requirements and stage plot. 

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How far ahead can I book the mariachi for an event?

We can take bookings up to a year in advance. For events that will take place in the summer or fall season, we recommend to contact us 4-6 months ahead for best availability. Usually, availability is limited for short-term requests. If you need to accommodate an event beyond a year in advance, please contact us directly at mariachi.monarcas@outlook.com.

What payment/deposit options do you offer?

 

Payments can be done via Venmo (preferred), Zelle, cash (in person), or check. 

 

Do you provide services beyond the performance aspect?

We can accommodate services for lectures and workshops to various audiences - this is as an initiative to educate local communities in the mariachi tradition. In past scenarios, we have worked mostly alongside universities as guest lecturers and panelists for courses based around music, culture and latino studies.