Magnolia Jazz Band for Weddings and Parties

Networking with Facebook, LinkedIn, & Plaxo

March 6, 2008

Friends planning a wedding? They can preview us at this small, exclusive
wedding showcase, on Thurs, March 13. Click here for details.

But first, I'm always seeking tools for working better, and I found some
you might like, too. Look at some of the new internet networking programs:
Facebook, LinkedIn, and Plaxo.

They keep us in touch and help us discover new opportunities. Other social
programs seem best suited for online dating or giggly pre-teen gossip, but
these three seem ideal for "taking care of business". Each new link expands
our circle of contacts, so more of us can work together.

Give one a try. It won't replace a face-to-face conversation, letter, phone call,
fax, or email. But it will add to how you share information, ask questions,
and get answers. It'll help by letting you contact "friends of your friends".

Each of us contacts lots of people all the time. Online networking could be a
great way to be more efficient and effective.

Today I'm talking with people planning parties for Easter, St Patrick's Day, and
Mother's Day. If you're having a party on one of these days, or on any day in
between, now's a good time to plan the details, including the music.

Call us. We're veteran party-goers, easy to work with, and we know what it'll
take to make your party perfect. We've entertained since 1975, so let our
experience help your next celebration.

"To be a good talker, be a better listener".

February 1, 2008

Hi. Have you ever played in a jazz band? It's a terrific way to make a living,
and you learn several valuable "rules for life".

One is "Success Requires Careful Listening". Just like in any conversation you
might have, the musicians I work with carry on a little "give-and-take" magic.
When we play any familiar song, we all know the melody and harmony, and
together we just help it along. Whatever one of us "says" depends on what
we hear the others saying. Same with you?

"To be a good talker, be a better listener". This might be true for you; definitely
for us. Watch for it next time you catch us in action.

Maybe it'll be at a party on Valentine's Day, Mardi Gras, Easter Sunday, or St.
Patrick's Day. If you're having a party on one of these days, or on any day in
between, now's a good time to plan the details, including the music.

We're veteran party-goers, easy to work with, and we know what it takes to
make your party perfect. We've entertained people nearly every day since 1975,
so for your next party, let our experience help you.

Preview us at one of our public events. Find
details for these and more on our website.

Sat, Feb 2, 5:30-8:30pm
elegant benefit dinner
Ralston Hall, Belmont

Thur, Feb 14, 6-8pm
romantic Valentine's Day dinner
Embassy Suites, Milpitas

New Year's Resolution: Maximize Efficiency

January 3, 2008

Happy New Year. Making any good resolutions? Here's mine, and you might
like it, too: Whatever you do, vow to be more efficient. Maximize the time
you devote to whatever you do best. Focus on the most effective and satisfying
80% of all you have -- personal and business activities -- and "weed out" the
rest. Seems to me life's too short for keeping time-wasters, and the start of a
new year is a great time to "clean house". (Listen to that, I must be getting old.)

I hope you've enjoyed wonderful holiday parties. I'm working with some people
who skipped last year's holiday rush, to schedule their next event in January or
later in the spring.

They mention several advantages to this plan, including links with holidays like
Valentine's Day, Mardi Gras, and St. Patrick's Day, and it'll be easier on the
budget. If you like this strategy, too, now's a good time to start planning details,
including music.

We're veteran party-goers -- easy to work with, and we know what it takes to
make your party perfect. We've entertained people nearly every day since 1975.
So for your next party, let our experience help you.

Preview us at one of our public events. Find details for this and more on our website.

Sat, Feb 2, 5:30-8:30pm
Elegant benefit party
Ralston Hall, Belmont

Experience Always Counts. Ask a Pro.

November 1, 2007

Hello again. Were you ready for yesterday's trick-or-treaters? I mean the
really good ones -- cute as bugs, with extra-special touches on their costumes.
I love to watch them. In their excitement I always see lots of enthusiasm,
inspiration, and know-how from someone else who's done it before.

Here's where I'm going with this.

Experience counts. It's early November, and veteran event planners are
already completing preparations for their holiday parties. If you're still just
thinking about your party, now's the time to start nailing down the details.

We're veteran party-goers -- easy to work with, and we know what it takes to
make your party perfect. We've entertained people nearly every day since 1975.
So if you're planning a party, let our experience help you.

Preview us at one of our public events. Find details for these and more on our website.

Thur, Nov 8, 6-9pm
Benefit dinner party
Bellarmine High School, San Jose

Sat, Nov 10, 6-9pm
Gourmet dinner party
Parcel 104, Santa Clara

Planning? Preview us at parties, concerts, and festivals.

September 26, 2007

Good afternoon. Although today is nearly October, experienced event planners
are already working on their holiday parties. We entertain at parties nearly every day, so how can we help you?

Preview us at several public events. Details for these dates are on our website.

Most Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm
cocktails, dinner, or just relaxing
Embassy Suites Hotel, Milpitas

Thurs, Sept 27, 5:30-8:00pm
Gala cocktail party
Hotel Los Gatos, Los Gatos

Sat, Sept 29, 8-10pm
New Orleans jazz concert
Community School of Music & Art, Mtn View

Sun, Sept 30, 3-7pm
New Orleans jazz party
California Theatre, Oakland

Tues, Oct 2, 5-8pm
benefit dinner party
McKormick & Kuletos, San Francisco