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Live Music & Entertainment for special events!
TERRIFIC LIVE MUSIC:
MOVE! the Band
Can you “stump the band”? Our good time, rock n’ roll playlist features the most popular dance and sing-a-long hits of all eras including doo-wop, swing, soul, Motown, contemporary and more. Their versatile, engaging style will fit your event like a glove. We take requests!
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DANCE RHYTHMS
Have it all! Dance to your favorite 2-step, Swing, Latin, Waltz and Rock favorites, with this eclectic group.
MY BILL EVANS – A Personal Conversation – this fascinating program is based on the dialogues between Joel Zelnik and Bill Evans, a 7 time Grammy Award Winner, at the “Village Gate” during the mid-1960’s. Signature Evans works are performed. Joel and his trio present informative insight into this jazz great: www.joelzelnik.com.
JOEL ZELNIK JAZZ
Acclaimed, original and personable jazz ensembles for all size events and functionc. Check out musical samples.
TONY BENNETT & BILL EVANS –
The Legendary Recordings
Highlighted is the collaboration of Bill Evans & Tony Bennett during 1975 and ‘77, yielding some of the best recordings in the history of jazz (this program features Grammy nominee vocalist Annette Sanders). www.joelzelnik.com.
RICHARD FRANK & the STONY CREEK
An authentic choice of both Bluegrass and Country music for all events and parties. Country & Western Dance instruction available.
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OY'S IN THE HOOD
Authentic, all-live Klezmer music will ignite your function.
CLASSICAL ENSEMBLES
Peerless classical ensembles, available from soloist to string quartets and larger groups. Ideal for cocktail hours and ceremonies.
Plus Harpists, Violinists, Solo Guitar and Piano, Barbershp Quartets, Vibrophone ensembles plus all other musical styles and size ensembles.
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SIGNATURE SHOWS:
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A LOVE AFFAIR WITH THE MOVIES - featuring the magical, engaging and dynamic songs from many of Hollywood's most memorable productions such as "That's Entertainment", “Goldfinger”, "Cabaret", "Moonstruck", "Risky Business", “The Little Mermaid”, "Shrek" and much more!
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AMERICAN LADIES OF SONG - We are thrilled to present "American Ladies of Song," a collection of some of the greatest female singers in American history. Hosted by Francine and Joel, this exciting collection features signature songs from iconic singers such as Judy Garland, Lady Gaga, Keely Smith, and Billie Holiday, among others. Delve into the rich history of American music and experience the magic of these incredible vocalists with "American Ladies of Song."
AN IRISH SONG CELEBRATION - Treat your audience with Music, Movement and Mirth this St. Patrick’s Day. Songs such as “Danny Boy”, “The Wearing Of The Green”, “Harrigan” and many more! St. Patrick’s Day humor and a wee bit o’ step dancing! Francine and Joel perform your Irish favorites in the lively, engaging style that they do best.
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BETTER DAYS – A Post-Corona Musical Celebration of Healing & Hope. Now is the time to reconnect with one another featuring this uplifting assortment of beloved songs from Broadway, top 40, jazz standards, movies, soft rock and more.
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BROADWAY MAGIC: Then & Now - songs with the musical magic that can only come from a legendary Broadway show. Entertain your guests with the old “razzle dazzle and over 23 Broadway gems. Rated A+ in audience satisfaction with songs from “Annie”, “Sweet Charity”, “Gypsy”, “The Little Mermaid”, “The Producers”, “South Pacific” and more.
BROADWAY MUSICALS: A Jewish Legacy - enjoy the unique talent of America’s outstanding Jewish songwriters such as: George (Jacob Gershowitz) Gershwin, Frank (Henry) Loesser, Mel (Kaminsky) Brooks and more. Timeless Broadway gems from "Hello Dolly", "Pippin", "Guys & Dolls", "The Producers", "Finian's Rainbow" and “Spamalot” are featured. Who nu?
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FOREVER JUDY & THE WIZARD OF OZ
Francine & Joel will take you on this entertaining camp-cabaret featuring America’s number one female vocalist, Judy Garland. Crafted with love, “Forever Judy” is an inspiring musical experience, highlighting song hits from the “The Wizard of Oz”, her concert years, and selections from the Broadway musical “The Wiz”.
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GIRL SINGERS OF THE 50’S – a generous helping of 50’s songs highlighting the hits of Doris Day, Rosemary Clooney, Dinah Washington, Patti Page and much more. Enjoy songs such as “Mambo Italiano”, “At Last” and “You Belong To Me”.
HAPPY HOUR– entertaining and engaging show for parties and lively celebrations. Jam packed with contemporary and nostalgic songs “Happy Hour” provides plenty of humor, movement and audience participation in an upbeat, captivating style.
HOLIDAY LIGHTS– a festive, timely and engaging performance for winter holiday celebrations including Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza and New Years. Perfect for all audiences Singing, music, dancing, laughter and more!
LADY SWINGS SINATRA - Francine, Joel and group pay tribute to the legend of Frank Sinatra, his time and his music. This unique show features songs sung either with Sinatra or recorded by a female singer. If your audience enjoys "Old Blue Eyes", they will love this dynamic program of the “Chairman Of The Board”s' hit after swinging hit!
LAS VEGAS LEGENDS - is an unforgettable, Off-Broadway, NYC cabaret revue saluting the great music of Las Vegas. Husband/wife musical team, Francine Evans & Joel Zelnik, perform the legendary songs of Elvis Presley, Bobby Darin, Louis Armstrong, Judy Garland, Barbra Streisand, Cher, Frank Sinatra and more. Fasten your seatbelts for this live, engaging show!
MOTHERS DAY MUSICAL BOUQUET - a special program dedicated to mothers, grandmothers, great-grandmothers and children alike. Songs from the turn-of-the-century to today: “Que Sera, Sera”, “Wind Beneath My Wings”, “Mama Mia”, “My Mammy”, “Puff, the Magic Dragon” and more. Fun for all ages!
RAT PACK 2 – The Ladies & The Gents : Join the rollicking Vegas Rat Pack, both the men and women, during the ‘hey-hey’ days of Las Vegas’s apex. Francine & Joel recreate memories of Judy Garland, Marilyn Monroe, Juliet Prowse, Shirley MacLaine and Liza Minnelli, not to mention Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin & Frank Sinatra as they perform the unforgettable hits of the 50’s, 60’s and beyond. Fasten your seat belts!
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REMEMBERING THE 70’S – Do you remember the Seventies? Didn’t you love all those great hits by James Taylor, Carol King, Billy Joel, Judy Collins and many others? Francine and Joel present a memorable collection of songs including: Both Sides Now, (Take Me Home) Country Roads, ABBA, You’ve Got A Friend, YMCA, Take It Easy, and more!
SALUTE TO THE 40’S – reminisce about the 1940’s when you swooned and swayed to the sounds of the big band vocalists. The Andrew Sisters, Benny Goodman, The Mills Brothers, “Kalamazoo”, “Juke Box Saturday Night”, “Skylark?” It’s all in here!
THIS IS MY COUNTRY- Patriotism now goes hand-in-hand with politics which has caused a high divide. We seek to fill that gap with a performance for all Americans. Come celebrate our country with music by Irving Berlin, Lee Greenwood, Woody Guthrie, Elton John, the Armed Forces and more. This thoughtful and uplifting show touches on history, compromise, democracy & today’s America.
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THROUGH THE DECADES
Join us on this musical journey through the years featuring music from the 1900's through the 2000’s. soul, swing, Motown, disco, ragtime, Sinatra, Glen Miller, Elvis and more! Sing along and dance to your favorites!
TONY BENNETT AND BILL EVANS – THE LEGENDARY RECORDINGS
Tony Bennett made what would be his supreme statement in the jazz field, the first of two albums with the remarkable pianist Bill Evans, in 1975. It’s an amazing collaboration where both musicians worked together so seamlessly, but still have their distinct, full artistic voices, not overshadowed by the other. Our tribute to these two stellar artists is presented by pianist Joel Zelnik and singer Tony Carraro.
THEME IDEAS
20’s Great Gatsby Party
50’s Retro
80’s Throwback
A Night In Paris
A Night In Vienna
All Patriotic Holidays
All Winter Holidays
Art Deco New York Parties
Casino Night
Country Roads
Kentucky Derby
Labor Day
Latin Night
Mardi Gras
Mixers & Cocktail Receptions
PE6-5000 – A 40’s Salute
Pool Parties
Rat Pack – Las Vegas Night
Remembering the 70’s
St. Patrick Day
Woodstock Memories – the 60’s
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WE'VE GOT YOUR MUSIC!