Grey Entertainment
15 Abingdon Sq., nr. Hudson St., Ste. 1
212-242-8780
grey-entertainment.com
Company founder Noel Grey has worked with a number of big names, from
Elvis Costello to Emmylou Harris. He'll apply his expertise to find
you the perfect D.J. or band for your wedding, customizing for each
person - whether you're seeking big-band sounds or bhangra beats.
Prices upon request.
Hal Prince Music
111 Bowman Ave., Rye Brook, N.Y.
914-937-4700; 212-354-4100
halprince.com
This company can set you up with pretty much any music for your
wedding: string quartets, bands, D.J.'s, and many other kinds of
entertainers. Prices upon request.
Harbor Lights Music
914-479-0077
800-870-1431
harborlightsmusic.com
This service-focused company features a roster of six different
bands and orchestras, a slew of D.J.'s, and classical and jazz ensembles,
so it can accommodate virtually any taste. The focus is on dancing:
big-band swing, mainstream hip-hop, and Motown seventies jams are
all on the list. Prices upon request.
Jeff Jeffreys Music
800-404-4431
jeffjeffreys.com
Saxophonist Jeff Jeffreys and his musicians have played at Carnegie
Hall and choose to shun "The Electric Slide" and "The
Macarena" for a big, confident sound that features swing, seventies,
and lots of Motown. They'll still play "Wind Beneath My Wings"
if you ask; it just won't sound like elevator music. Prices upon
request.
Jerry Kravat Orchestras
307 Seventh Ave., nr. 28th St., Ste. 2003
212-686-2200
jerrykravat.com
If you want several different acts for your wedding - or something
a little offbeat - this bit-of-everything agency represents artists
(such as The Max Weinberg Seven and Manhattan Rhythm Machine) who
just about play it all, from cool jazz to traditional classical
to hot rock. Prices upon consultation.
John Malino Music
36 E. 23rd St., nr. Madison Ave., Ste. 7R
212-673-9334
800-538-9035
malino.com
Trendy John Malino Music is perfect for couples more likely to frequent
Au Bar than the Oak Bar. The handsome Malino is guaranteed for all
performances. From $3,500.
John Ragusa Music
212-706-7227
johnragusamusic.com
A professional flutist and multi-instrumentalist, John Ragusa has
a roster of more than 40 ensembles, many catering to esoteric tastes,
including blues, jazz, Latin, and Cajun rock. He also reps lounge
singers and D.J.'s. All potential clients get a free consultation;
most bands start at $4,000.
Kameleon Orchestras
93 Annandale Dr., Commack, N.Y.
631-269-4742
kameleonorchestras.com
This band's repertoire includes crowd-pleasers from artists like
Donna Summer, Santana, and Barry White. A good choice for Top 40
fans who want a more personal touch than a D.J. brings. From $6,000.
Ken Gross Orchestras
800-688-4480
kengrossorchestras.com
Praised by Steven Spielberg and Quincy Jones, trumpeter Ken Gross
plays with instrumentalists who sing, too, which makes for a rich,
multilayered sound. Prices upon request.
KLF Productions Inc.
914-243-7161
klfproductions.biz
This company focuses on providing live orchestras and bands for
upscale events - they even have a Sinatra-style big band. Prices
upon request.
Kit McClure Band
redhotrecords.com
212-864-6759
Fronted by a Yale- and Manhattan School of Music-trained saxophonist,
this all-female jazz band has played sold-out shows at Radio City
Music Hall and international venues, as well as presidential inaugural
balls. Prices upon request.
The Klezical Tradition
58 Ridgeview Ave., Fairfield, Conn.
203-374-0607
klezband.com
Break out the honey cake and rugalach. This klezmer band is traditional
enough for Bubbe and Zadie but lively enough to keep the teens in
high spirits. Choose from strolling musicians or a full seven-piece
ensemble. Too Fiddler on the Roof for you? The band does classical
music, too. From $2,500.
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