Mark & The Evening Beat

WHAT TO EXPECT: THE COMPREHENSIVE LUXURY EVENT ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

When you hire The Evening Beat, you are not just booking a live band—you are securing a fully managed, turn-key entertainment production. Directed by international big band vocalist Mark Kopitzke, our team coordinates every single detail from initial repertoire curation to the final note of the night.

+ Clients can expect world class entertainers in every sense of the word.
+ Veterans of Broadway, international touring ensembles and party bands.
+ Punctual, sociable with guests and event staff, and dressed to kill.
+ Attentive to every detail and client request and passionate about what we do - making music magic and a night to remember.
+ From sophisticated ambiance for your cocktail hour and dinner set, to a dance band certain to get your guests on the dance floor.
+ Music playlists and band to be customized to fit your event's vision and budget.

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Here is exactly what you can expect when you bring our vintage style and modern energy to your stage:

PHASE 1: PRE-EVENT PLANNING & AUDIO ARCHITECTURE

True luxury live music relies on absolute coordination behind the scenes long before load-in day.

• CUSTOM SETLIST DESIGN: We don’t play a generic, rigid setlist. We work directly with you or your event planner to select the exact musical eras that fit your vision. Whether you want pure mid-century Frank Sinatra standards for dinner, an acoustic Charlie Brown Christmas jazz trio for a winter mixer, or a roaring 1920s Great Gatsby theme, the repertoire is tailored to your guest list.
• TIMELINE SYNCING: We closely review your entire event schedule. We strategically structure our music blocks, set breaks, and announcements to match your dinner courses, corporate presentation cues, or wedding formalities seamlessly.
• LOGISTICAL VENUE COORDINATION: Our production manager coordinates directly with your venue coordinator or independent audiovisual vendor. We supply professional stage plots, and and input lists well in advance to guarantee an unbroken venue setup process.

PHASE 2: LIVE SOUND CARE & PRESENTATION STANDARDS

We maintain a strict visual and performance baseline to complement high-end event decor.
• IMMACULATE VISUAL STYLING: Your band will match the aesthetic of your event. From classic black-tie tuxedos for an Old Hollywood gala to sharp retro styling for a mid-century Vegas lounge theme, our stage presence coordinates perfectly with your styling choices.
• TIDY LIVE BAND SETUPS: For packages where we supply the sound infrastructure, our equipment footprints are physically sleek, clean, and minimal. We keep our sound station well-organized, preventing cluttered gear or cables from taking away from your venue's pristine space.
• DEDICATED VOLUME MANAGEMENT: We specialize in precise acoustic balancing. During your cocktail hour or dinner, we keep the instrumental mix and vocal blend at a warm, sophisticated volume that allows your guests to converse effortlessly without shouting. When it is time to open the dance floor, our sonic footprint scales up seamlessly to generate maximum party energy.

PHASE 3: EXECUTION OF SPECIALIZED THEMATIC STYLES

We are highly specialized masters of period-correct musical styling. Here is the atmospheric flow you can expect from our core specialties:

• THE FRANK SINATRA & CROONER EXPERIENCE
Perfect for elegant galas, upscale country club dinners, and luxury wedding receptions. Fronted by Mark Kopitzke (former global vocalist for the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra), this set delivers the ultimate big-band swing experience. Expect authentic arrangements of iconic standards like "Fly Me to the Moon," "Come Fly With Me," and "The Way You Look Tonight" delivered with genuine mid-century showmanship.

• CASINO ROYALE & 1960s VEGAS STYLE LOUNGE
The ideal choice for high-stakes corporate fundraisers, charity galas, and sleek Palm Springs themed parties. This package channels a sophisticated retro spy aesthetic. The music blends sharp, upbeat horn hits with sultry lounge textures, featuring classics like "Luck Be a Lady," "Fever," "Feeling Good," and "Secret Agent Man."

• ROARING 1920s GREAT GATSBY HOT JAZZ
Built specifically for historic theme events and upscale costume galas. We bring the high-octane energy of vintage hot jazz, early big band swing, and Gatsby-era luxury to life. Your guests will dance to rapid-fire rhythms, muted trumpets, and vintage vocal styling on tracks like "It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)" and "Sing, Sing, Sing."

• MOTOWN, SOUL & CLASSIC ROCK DANCE PARTY
When it is time to transform your sophisticated dinner into a massive, packed dance floor celebration. Our rhythm section and horn players transition into universally loved, high-energy dance hits. We keep the crowd moving with tight, authentic covers of Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Earth, Wind & Fire, and The Beatles.

• CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS & HOLIDAY JAZZ
Our highly requested seasonal offering tailored for winter corporate mixers and private holiday galas. Emphasizing our smaller, intimate ensembles (trios and quartets), this set centers on the warm, nostalgic acoustic jazz of Vince Guaraldi. Expect a cozy, mid-century winter atmosphere filled with smooth arrangements of "Linus & Lucy," "Skating," and Bing Crosby holiday classics.

THE EVENING BEAT BOOKING GUARANTEE

By maintaining an elite baseline of professionalism, we guarantee:
• Absolute punctuality with early arrival windows for technical setup and formal soundchecks before guests enter the room.
• Strict compliance with all venue codes, insurance requirements (we provide a full liability insurance certificate upon request), and vendor rules.
• An elite, responsive performance that reads the energy of the room in real-time, ensuring your guests remain engaged and entertained from start to finish.

"Mark and his band were the centerpiece of my husband’s birthday celebration and they delivered above and beyond - they are so talented and absolutely made the evening for our guests!"

Fueled by timeless sophistication and modern energy, The Evening Beat delivers custom, high-end live music experiences tailored for corporate galas, country club events, private celebrations, and luxury weddings. The collective is fronted by premier vocalist Mark Kopitzke, who toured the globe as the featured crooner for the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra.

Having commanded major symphony stages and performed on specialized productions for Netflix, Disney, Turner Classic Movies, and the Frank Sinatra Estate, Mark brings true Old Hollywood elegance and world-class vocal prowess to every stage. Backed by Southern California's elite musicians, our performance library balances authentic Frank Sinatra standards, hot roaring 1920s hot jazz, sleek 1960s Casino Royale lounge vibes, and a high-energy transition into classic soul, Motown, and classic rock dance hits. We operate across Los Angeles, Orange County, Palm Springs, and San Diego and nationwide.

+++ ABOUT MARK +++

As a young performer, Mark reverently evoked 1940’s nostalgia with the Glenn Miller Orchestra for 9 years—witnessing the worldwide love of the timeless music.

Mark is regularly set loose onto Disneyland Resort stages for Disney California Adventure’s Food & Wine Festival and Disney’s Festival of Holidays.

Most recently, Mark has stepped into the symphony world, with his act The Kings of Soul & Swing. Teaming up with Hamilton star and Broadway veteran, Julius Thomas III, the two friends have rocketed through the symphony circuit - serving up Jackson 5 and Tony Bennett, Stevie Wonder mashed up with Duke Ellington to the audiences of the Bay Philharmonic and the Cape Symphony.

Mark also performs as a fly-on headline entertainer on cruise ships.

Across L.A., Orange County, and up the West Coast, Mark sometimes appears at local haunts like Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Grill Jazz, Campus Jax, and Frank Sinatra's Twin Palms Estate.

We can provide full sound system support, production, and stage lighting through our vendors, if desired. If the purchaser has an A/V contract through their hotel or 3rd party vendor, we are happy to use their sound provider and we will supply a stage plot and technical rider.

• If a stage riser is desired, staging would be arranged by the purchaser or event planner. If no staging is needed, the band is happy to setup on the floor.

• Production scale, sound equipment footprints, and specific stage lighting rider requirements scale based entirely on your group framework selection (acoustic trio vs full big band orchestra).

• All local travel parameters within our standard Southern California drive footprint (LA, OC, Palm Springs, and San Diego) are fully calculated and included upfront in our specialized pricing quotes.

• For venues utilizing an independent in-house A/V team or vendor contract, we are happy to sync with their technical crew and will provide a formal stage plot and technical rider.

• Seasonal booking reservations—specifically our intimate Charlie Brown Christmas jazz acoustic sets for country clubs and corporate winter galas—are highly restricted and fill up months in advance.