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2015 brought with it some definitive trends related to the wedding world as we know it. This past year was a busy one, and we found that our bands had performed at some unique venues, at which we never performed before. It is exciting that the luxury wedding business continues to grow, offering our clients…

Winter Weddings Rock! Winter weddings are near and dear to my heart! Matter of fact, I’m here because my parents were brave enough to have one. And, if I had the chance to do it all again, I’d trade my summer wedding to say my “I do’s” in winter too. If your wedding is this…

The invitation is a part of your wedding that needs to be thought of in high regard. After all, for some of your guests it is the first time they find out that you are getting married. The invitation not only informs guests of “who, what, where and when” but it also informs people if…

After wedding vows and rings have been exchanged, guests patiently wait for the entrance of the bride and groom to make their very first appearance together as Mr. and Mrs. Not only is this a special moment for the bride and groom, but for all of the wedding guests as well. Throughout the years, couples…

Original article published on LinkedIn Squeals. Feedback. Piercing volume. Bad acoustics can cause headaches – literally and figuratively – at even the finest celebrations. How can you ensure the best sound quality at your next event? Here’s what I’ve learned in my 25+ years in the music industry: Know where to seat people. Contrary to…

Your wedding day will be one of the most important days of your life. From “will you?” to “I do,” you will be making decisions that will shape how your big day will turn out. You might find yourself becoming overwhelmed. Scratch that; you WILL be overwhelmed. However, one decision that truly should be an…

With the birth of swing music in the 1930s and its rise through the 1940s, Bandleaders such as Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, and Count Basie were household names. Dancing the Foxtrot and Twostep to the elegant sounds of big band music was the societal norm. 2015 marks the centennial birthday of one of the greatest…

In planning a wedding, gala or other special event, you should look for the most professional band, caterer, designer, photographer, videographer and others. Look at reviews, scan websites and most of all, ask for referrals. You will find that the best refer the best for many reasons, including the fact that these professionals are easy…