More New Local Wedding Professionals

WedAlert welcomes the following new preferred wedding professionals for the last week of July, 2008.

Sugar N Spice Events - FL - Wedding Consultants
Creative Photos - PA - Photography
Green Planet Ministry - NJ - Officiants/Clergy
VideoExperts - CT, NY - Videography
Elliott Event and Floral - WA - Florists and Event Decorations
Dave Ivaz Music - IL - Entertainment Orchestra, Entertainment Bands
Gerry Johnston, Guitarist - MA, CT, NH, RI and ME - Entertainment Musicians
Exquisite Events - LA - Wedding Consultants
Wedding Window - MA - Unique Services
From The Gown Up - WA - Bridal Shops-Gowns and Bridal Accessories
Windstar Gardens Event Center - AZ - Banquet Facilities and Reception Sites, Ceremony Locations and Rehearsal Dinner-Shower Locations.

If you are a wedding professional and would like to learn more about WedAlert can do for your business, visit our Wedding Professionals page

See and Hear Local Wedding Bands on WedAlert

Brides and grooms, WedAlert really does make your wedding planning easier! We offer you the ability to see and hear local wedding bands and musicians right from your computer. You can attend "virtual band showcases" to help you narrow down your prospective choices for live entertainment.

Below are examples of some bands and musicians from the New York, New Jersey area to sample.

A. Stan Wiest Music
Let Stan Wiest help you, guide you and plan with you to enable you to fulfill your dreams of a care free magical reception with a packed dance floor.

Classical Pianist ~ Kandace Miller
Kandace Miller is an accomplished Classical pianist & Composer. She has performed at over 500 events ranging from the St. Regis to The United Nations.

Alive N Kickin'
#1 Hit single -Tighter And Tighter- ~ 3 decades of party experience ~ High-energy repertoire ~ Special Shows ~ We Make Your Party Come Alive!

After Hours Music & Entertainment
Our specialties include a High-Energy Party Band and a Professional DJ Service, providing you with Live Music at its best.

Bagpipes for all Occasions
Darius Kaufmann has been a profession piper in the tri-state area for 15 years, playing for weddings, church services, corporate events, & recordings.

The Classix
The Classix are king of cool. It's big blues and rock sound has been launching crowds onto the dance floor since 1999.

Art-Strings Ensembles
Their artistic portfolio includes a number of concert tours in USA, England, France, Austria, Switzerland, Bulgaria and Greece.

Bill's Toupee Band
Generations of great dance music that sounds like the original artists performing live, played at the right volume, at the right time. No cheese, no props! A true dance/cover band

Bock and Blu
No matter how many pieces you book us with, our objective is still the same: to provide you with quality music for dancing and listening.

The Capriccio Ensemble
The Capriccio Ensemble is a critically acclaimed ensemble or a solo performer consisting of New York’s truly best performers.

CharMel Entertainment
Your wedding or special event is truly a magical moment, lets make it a memorable moment to be cherished for years to come.

Chaser
You'll Love the fun and excitement that's created when we play live for you.

Cloudburst Productions
Cloudburst supplies music for parties, weddings, corporate events, benefits, bar mitzvahs and birthdays.

Full House Entertainment
Assembled with musicians who shared that passion, a defining reason why FULLHOUSE has come to be Known as the "Ultimate Cover Band".

Futura Music & Entertainment
We will suit your taste in music and capture the ideal mood for the style and size of your party.

Harpist Brandee Younger
With its elegance and sophistication pleasing to both sight and sound, the harp adds the perfect touch to your special day.

Heartbeat Dance Band
The Best in Live Entertainment for Your Wedding, servicing the New York Metro Area.

High Society Rhythm
High Society Rhythm Orchestra plays the most danceable music ever written, from many eras, covering all styles and ethnic backgrounds.

Infinity Music, Video & Photography
Our careful planning, while working with you hand-in-hand, allows you to enjoy your wedding day.

In-Transit
We offer True Professionalism, Personalized Service, All Styles Of Music and the Reassurance of Dealing Direct with your Bandleader.

JK Entertainment
"THE JK BAND" is ready to create magic for you and your guests!

John Ragusa Music
Looking for a Refreshing Alternative to typical wedding music? Ceremonies to Receptions – World Class Soloists, Bands, and DJs.

Kameleon Orchestras
Kameleon Orchestras is the favorite New York dance band for your perfect wedding or party where all age groups are involved.

theKIXband
We have a unique vocal and harmony sound, backed by tasty musical instrumentation that will keep everyone dancing at your reception!

La Belle Voix New York
Exquisite classical music. NYC's finest wedding singer and musicians. Strings, harp, brass and more.

La Vita Classical Guitar
Let the timeless, graceful beauty of the classical guitar and its music enchant you and your guests.

L and S Entertainment
With our careful attention to the finest details, your fabulous occasion will be transformed into a successful event to be long remembered.

Manhattan City Music
Manhattan City Music provides the finest music and entertainment in the New York area to make your event memorable, elegant and fun.

New Deal Orchestra
FOR OVER 20 YEARS Robbie Scott and his NEW DEAL ORCHESTRA have provided music tailored to meet the individual needs of each client.

New York Edge Music
For a decade New York Edge Music has been dedicated to providing the finest in elegant and high-energy musical entertainment.

Park Swing Orchestra
Park Swing Orchestra ensembles are made up of the finest professional musicians in the New York area.

Soular Rhythm Entertainment
Soular Rhythm's orchestras and bands are made up of some of the finest musicians on the scene today.

Spectrum Music
Entertainment is our business and we pride ourselves on our ability to match each occasion with the full Spectrum of our versatile sounds

Standards and Soul
Provided some of the finest country clubs in the tri-state area with quality musicians and DJ's.

Sterling Music Ensembles
Specialize in weddings and have performed at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, the Plaza Hotel, the Whitney Museum, and Tavern on the Green.

Stolen Moments
With over 50 years of musical experience, Stolen Moments specializes in ensuring the success of special events throughout the tri-state area.

Sumar Orchestras & Entertainment
Over the past 20 years our artists compiled many impressive credits and affiliations by working in the music business with recording industry greats!

The "A" Band
The group has evolved into one of the finest "private party" dance bands in the NY, NJ, CT tri-state area.

Venus Ensembles
Venus Ensembles provides only the finest classical and jazz musicians to enhance the elegance of your special day.

Vincent Paul Music and Entertainment
Make your special occasion a complete success with music and entertainment custom designed for you, personally.

So when you are choosing live wedding entertainment visit WedAlert and view the media pages of bands and musicians in your area.

Music to Their Ears

How important is music to your event?

Vanessa Wakeman an Event Producer and principal of INDULGENCE, a wedding and event planning firm, gives her ideas on the subject.

It’s the biggest party of your life, people are coming from all over the world (okay maybe just from the 2 neighboring towns) to celebrate your big day. You are nervous and excited and want your wedding day to be full of memories and fun.

One simple way to achieve this is with music. There is no other element of your wedding that can make people laugh, cry and perspire all in the name of love, like music.

Good music can have guests talking about your wedding for months, long after the last dance. Bad music can have them talking about the wedding as well – but for all the wrong reasons. Whether the two of you are traditionalists or modern day trendsetters, the same rules apply.
Keep these quick tips in mind as you plan your wedding day music:

Play music for the masses. If you are a salsa lover, you should definitely play some songs that you enjoy but if the majority of your guests aren’t into it, to much of this will be a turn-off and guests won’t partake in the festivities. Do consider your guests when planning the music.

Can you hear me now? Every ensemble will sound different at every venue as the acoustics will vary from place to place. Do ask your musicians to give their feedback about the acoustics of the space you have selected for your reception. Will the music be clear and crisp, for an outdoor affair do they need special equipment (at an additional fee to you), are there any other considerations?

They’re playing my song. Create a partial play list and give it to your deejay or band leader at least 2-3 weeks before your wedding day. The play list should include a short list of songs that you would like to be played throughout the day. Don’t overdo it, let the musicians read the crowd and see what they respond to within the parameters you defined.

Oops. Depending upon the age and tastes of your guests, perhaps the latest song by Eminem may be just a tad bit offensive. Play it safe and tell your band leader or deejay not to accept any requests from anyone except the two of you and your wedding planner. Also, if there are popular songs that you really want to hear, ask the deejay to bring a clean version to maintain a respectable atmosphere.

Have fun. Remember this is a party! You want a lively, exciting environment for your guests. Do mix classics with current hits so even the biggest wall flower will find him/herself on the dance floor.