How to · Event
Lock in your entertainment early and manage the $600 cost with a clear monthly plan.
How we got that: $600 spread evenly across the 18-month introductory window on the Citi Simplicity® Credit Card. Checked · at the bank Carry a balance past the window and the standard APR applies to what is left.
A live jazz duo changes the entire vibe of a cocktail hour. You want to secure your musicians at least four months out to ensure the good ones are available for your date.
Since this is a flat $600 expense, you can break that total into manageable pieces to keep your cash flow steady while you plan the rest of the party.
The intro window is a deadline, not free money. If you have a balance remaining after 18 months, the standard interest rate will apply to the remainder.
Reach out to local musicians four to six months before the event. Popular duos fill their calendars fast, so get a contract signed to lock in your date.
The Citi Simplicity® Credit Card offers 0% for 18 months on purchases and balance transfers from date of account opening. This lets you pay for the booking over time without interest during that 18-month intro window on purchases.
Divide your $600 cost by the number of months until the event. If you pay $33.33 per month, you will clear the balance well before the intro period ends.
Check that your backyard has a flat, shaded spot for the duo. Make sure there is an accessible power outlet nearby so they can plug in their gear.
Musicians appreciate a tip on the day of the event. Keep an extra $50 to $100 in cash on hand to show your appreciation once they wrap up their set.
Every figure we publish for the Citi Simplicity® Credit Card carries the date a person verified it against Citi and a link to where they checked. Intro windows and APRs change without notice, so confirm the current terms before applying.
See Citi Simplicity® Credit Card terms →Most professional duos bring their own amps and instruments. Just confirm they have what they need during the booking process.
Two hours is usually perfect for a cocktail hour. Any longer and you might want to consider a break or a shift in the music style.
Always ask about their rain policy before signing. Some performers require a covered space or may charge a fee if you cancel last minute.
It is standard practice to offer them water and a plate of food. It keeps the energy high and is a nice gesture for anyone working your event.