Mark Zauss and the Z Street Band is one of Florida's most versatile, prestigious, and sought after musical groups. Reliable and experienced, the Z Street Band is the ultimate party band and keeps your dance floor packed with music from Big Band Swing to Beyonce'. Click here for song list. Available from 2 to 5 pieces, this energetic, fun, and widely diverse band adds energy and excitement to your corporate event, wedding reception, theme party, or awards show (play ons and play offs). The Z Street Band is led by trumpet player and vocalist Mark Zauss.
Mark is endorsed as a trumpet artist for the Conn-Selmer musical instrument corporation along with Grammy award winner Arturo Sandoval. Mark has released two CDs which are getting airplay world wide. He holds a Bachelors degree in Music and Psychology as well as a Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling Psychotherapy from Rollins College.
The Z Street Band features male vocals by trumpet virtuoso Mark Zauss and female vocals by Kathy Zauss along with the Z Street horn section. State of the art modern technology allows the 3 to 5 piece bands to sound like a 10 piece orchestra.
Live at Walt Disney World - corporate event - 2007
Live at a corporate event for NAAP - May 2008
"The play ons for our awards ceremony added class and sophistication. See you again next year." ICPVY International, Walt Disney World, Feb 2008
"Dear Mark, On behalf of the Samaritan Center, thank you for entertaining us at our annual dinner. Everyone loved your music and you were all so pleasant. Look forward to seeing you again." Program Director of the Samaritan Center at Holy Cross Parish Hall, Candace MacMillan, March 7th 2008
"You were incredible! Everyone enjoyed themselves immensely. Thank you for your talent and professionalism. Keep up the good work!" Chris Goodpaster, Adam’s Mark Jacksonville
Dear Mark and Kathy: Just a note to thank you for making our party the highlight of the year at Black Diamond. We have had numerous comments about the party, what a good job the Club did, and especially what great music. Jack and Dorothy, Lecanto, FL , June 9th, 2007
"The terrific, high energy "Z Street Band" entertained every age, they play every style of music, and they play it well." Gloria Yousha, Heritage Florida Jewish News. July 11th, 2003
"Dear Z Street Band, Thank you for such a wonderful evening during our recent tour in Orlando. You guys were fabulous!" Mandy with Property Buying Tours, Orlando Airport Renaissance, March 26th, 2006
"Mark, Thanks to you and your guys for a great performance at the Pepsi 400! It was great having you" Betsy with the Daytona International Speedway, July 1st, 2006
“...The group gave a performance worthy of the Cotton Club...” Darryl E. Owens, Orlando Sentinel Staff Writer
"Finally a jazz group that plays not only jazz standards, but smooth jazz too." Patricia Marian, Rosen Shingle Creek, October 2007
"Mark, Thank you for being so flexible as we worked around the rain last night. Everyone enjoyed your music; the Z-Street Band was definitely what kept the party going! " Julie with Florida Hospital, July 4th, 2007
7) Mark Listens: Mark listens to your needs, wants, and expectations. He will help you to create the special event that you envision. Mark is a Nationally Certified Counselor and has a Masters degree in mental health counseling as well as a Bachelors degree in music, which gives him the formal training to understand your concerns and expectations.
8) Superior Sound Quality: State of the art modern technology allows the 2-5 piece bands to sound like a 10 piece orchestra. Mark spent over 45 hours in the recording studio with live rhythm section players (piano, bass, drums and guitar ) recording the entire Z Street Repertoire. This innovative concept integrates the live vocals, horn section and percussion with prerecorded piano, bass, drums and guitar. This makes the smaller bands sound fuller. This state of the art recorded rhythm section is light years away from the outdated, thin, sequenced midi tracks that are many bands use today.
9) Volume: Volume is never an issue. The Z Street Band has the unique ability to play at virtually any volume. Don't let your event be ruined by a band that plays so loud that people leave early or can't talk amongst themselves. Our rhythm section (piano, bass, drums, guitar) is pre recorded for that very reason. They can easily be turned down.
10) Cost effective: The Z Street 2- 5 piece bands cost a third less than most other 6 to 10 piece bands without forfeiting sound quality. In addition, The Z Street Band requires less stage space and electricity, which can save your company money. (Additional power drops and stage riser size can be costly) The equipment is state of the art, and includes full sound system, with LED stage lighting, and cordless microphone for announcements.
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The Z Street Band is based out of Orlando, Florida and has played to sold out audiences including: Ed McMahon, Hulk Hogan, Norman Swarzkopf, and Fortune 500 Corporations including Walt Disney World, McDonalds, House of Blues, Hard Rock Cafe', Universal Studios, and Emeril Lagasse. Click here for a complete list of previous clients.
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Services include: State of the art sound system, LED stage lighting, million dollar liability insurance, cordless microphone for announcements, and DJ music between sets.
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Testimonials and Client Feedback
"You were spectacular and quite a hit with the attendees. I can't thank you enough for the performance that set the tone for the conference and for Montel Williams. I am so happy I found you on the internet! You were terrific!!!!!!" Ellen Ackerman, APC Conference Director, Oct.16th 2006 at the Marriott World Center
"Let me say from the bottom of my heart, thank you! We've had this event for the past seven years with other bands and everyone left right after the awards ceremony. This year, for the first time, they stayed and danced all night. Thank you for making me look good." Mary, Rosen Plaza Hotel May, 2008
"The program was outstanding and we wish you the very best and thank you for taking the time to talk to us prior to the concert. As the new chairman of the Founders Fund I am trying hard. You made my job easy. Thanks. Hope you come back next year. I am going to recommend that to the board. I'm playing your CD as I write this e-mail." Janet Leemon Hakala, Chairman of the Board for the Founders Fund
"G'day Mark, The party's over and the accolades are pouring in. From our perspective it was an outstanding event. Guests were literally overwhelmed with what they saw upon entering the room and what they experienced throughout the evening. A Harley Party with class! You and the Z Street Band provided an evening of music that will long be remembered. On behalf of the Fletcher family, I congratulate you, Kathy and the band for your outstanding performance at Fletcher's 40th anniversary party. Sincerely, Dick Pritchard, Director of events, promotion and marketing for Fletcher's Harley Davidson
"Dear Mark Zauss: I would like to take this opportunity to express the appreciation of our association for the band's wonderful performance at our annual dinner banquet on September 23rd, 2006. The range and quality of the music you played was superb and captured the audience from the first song to the last. Throughout the evening and at the farewell breakfast the next morning, many of the attendees raved to me about how much they enjoyed the evening's entertainment. Your group's performance can truly be said to have been the key to a very successful banquet. We would, without a doubt, highly recommend your group to anyone wanting a truly professional band for their function. On behalf of the executive board and membership of the USS Great Sitkin (AE-17) Association, a heart felt thank you for helping to make this year's annual banquet a most memorable one. Congratulations for a job well done and deserving of recognition." Ron Zimmerman, President of the USS Great Sitkin (AE-17) Association, September 23rd, 2006
Top 10 Reasons to book the Z Street Band
1) Communication: Mark works with the agent throughout the planning stages of your event until the last note is played.
2) Insured: Most venues such as Walt Disney World, Ritz Carlton, Universal Studios, and JW Marriott require the band to have liability insurance. The Z Street Band carries multi million dollar liability insurance for any location in the U.S. Liability insurance is a must, and many bands do not carry insurance.
3) Reliable: Mark is the bandleader, trumpet player and male vocalist. Mark is present at every event, and never sends a substitute in his place. Many bandleaders send two bands out on the same night with a substitute bandleader that may not know the details of your event.
4) Musical Excellence: The Z Street Band is comprised of professional musicians that are educated in music with music degrees. Mark has released two CD's that get airplay worldwide and is endorsed by the Conn Selmer Musical Instrument Corporation. His wife, vocalist Kathy Zauss, is professionally trained and experienced vocalist.
5) Experience: With over 1500 events played, Mark knows how to "read the crowd". Whether playing a small intimate cocktail reception or large corporate event, Mark plays the appropriate music for each event, and welcomes client input as well.
6) Sophisticated and Diverse: Mark Zauss and the Z Street Band play music from swing to Contemporary Chart Topping hits of 2008. With male and female vocals and horn section, the Z Street band is energetic, fun, and always keeps the dance floor full!