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Galvanized Jazz Band
| LIVE MUSIC There is simply no equal to the sound of live music performed by AFM members! The American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada (AFM) is the largest organization of its type in the world. It represents over 100,000 members that are serviced by more than 250 Locals in every geographical area of North America. AFM musicians perform all kinds of music for all kinds of events. Whether it's live entertainment for a wedding, corporate event, concert, fair, night club, or ANY other function, insist on the quality and professionalism that only AFM members can deliver. Members use industry standard AFM approved contracts to clearly define the terms of the engagement. An AFM contract is your guarantee that you will get the music you want at the price, date and time you want it. Once signed, the AFM musician is obligated to honor the contract and so is the purchaser. It's truly a "win-win" situation! |
Chamber Ensembles:
Amaryllis Ensemble
The Amaryllis Ensemble, formed in 1987, provides clients with elegant classical music for
wedding ceremonies, receptions, cocktail parties,and corporate events.
Con Brio Chamber Music
Superb chamber music for your wedding, reception or special event.
Featuring Trio Con Brio (flute, oboe, cello) and Con Brio Woodwind Quintet.
Deming String Quartet
The Deming String Quartet provides Classical String Music for Wedding Ceremonies,
Receptions and various other occasions. In the hands of this talented Quartet, many genres
of fine music, from Bach and Vivaldi to Ellington and Gershwin sound magnificent.
Earl Banquer Woodwind Ensemble
The Earl Banquer Woodwind Ensemble is a unique combination of instruments almost
equal to the range of a string quartet, and having a balance, a diversity, and, when needed, a
homogeneity of sound.
OBrien Strings
Providing a variety of fine music for all special occasions throughout Connecticut and
surrounding areas.
Kate O'Brien, violinist and musical arranger for OBRIEN STRINGS, plays solo or with her
ensembles at all types of weddings, receptions, private events, concerts, educational
programs, outdoor festivals and religious services.
The Connecticut Chamber Orchestra
An Ensemble of Artists performing Masterworks of all Periods, from Baroque to Broadway.
Sayard Stone, Music Director and Conductor.
Trio Salzedo
Trio Salzedo, featuring the unique instrumental combination of flute, viola and harp, has
enchanted listeners with its lush timbre. Performing a wide range of classical music, the
ensemble is the perfect complement for all events: weddings, receptions, elegant cocktail
and holiday parties, corporate events, and even private house concerts.
Solo Classical:
Annalisa Ewald: Classical Guitarist
If your goal is to create an enchanted event that will captivate beautiful memories for a
lifetime, then you are destined to meet classical guitarist Annalisa Ewald. Anyone can do
fine wine, gourmet food and candles, but now add a live classical guitar performance by the
artist whose music critics have called "exquisite" to your evening and the results are truly
spectacular.
Dixieland Bands:
Clam Diggers Dixie Band
The Clam Diggers Dixie Band, with their signature red and white jackets and straw hats, is a
group of talented Connecticut musicians who aim to please. They perform American
standards with a dixieland style that has delighted audiences for over 35 years. Led by jazz
guitarist/banjo player Charlie Salerno, the band hails from the "Clam Town" section of New
Haven, Connecticut, where music and good times go hand in hand.
Galvanized Jazz Band
The Galvanized Jazz Band plays high energy Dixieland and Swing music for listening and
dancing, and all occasions. They've been performing every Sunday evening since 1971!
General Dance Music:
Bales-Gitlin Band
Classy AND exciting. Great dance music! The favorite live dance band of Yale University's
graduating seniors for the past 10 years; also popular with alumni from eras as far back as
the 1930s. Male and female vocalists, horn section, knows how to make parties and
weddings successful! Very experienced.
Ivan Hubbard Orchestra and Entertainment Service
The Right Tune at the Right Time at the Right Tempo. A dance orchestra with full repertoire
from Swing and Society to Latin, Rock and Waltzes. Music for weddings, country club parties,
college dances, marketing and sales functions. Cocktail pianists, trios, classical strings,
and strolling groups.
Jazz:
Jeff Fuller & Friends
Jeff Fuller & Friends perform jazz music of unusual depth and improvisatory nature, always
listenable yet swinging for dancers.
Moxie
Voices and swingin' rhythm! Great old swing tunes, newly arranged for three voices, two hot
violins and a sweet jazz rhythm section.
Moxie's upbeat music draws primarily from the jazzy styles of the famous female vocal trios
like the Andrews and the Boswell Sisters.
R.J. Ruotolo and Speak No Evil
Speak No Evil plays classic jazz, smooth groove, Latin-cuban, and original compositions.
The group can play out with as few as 2 musicians, or as many as 10. The group is based
in the greater New Haven, Connecticut locale.
Latin:
Samba Brasil
Samba Brasil has been called “sparkling... breezy... sensuous... swinging” as well as “a
simmering mix of Brazilian music and jazz.” Since 1994, the group has delighted audiences
throughout New England with their fresh variations on the samba - the national dance and
passion of Brazil.
R.J. Ruotolo and Speak No Evil
Speak No Evil plays classic jazz, smooth groove, Latin-cuban, and original compositions.
The group can play out with as few as 2 musicians, or as many as 10. The group is based
in the greater New Haven, Connecticut locale.
Strolling Musician:
Dominic Corraro
"The Strolling Mandolin". Strolling mandolinist and singer specializing in Italian music. Over
35 years experience. A definite plus to any party that requires the touch of strolling music.
Diane Orson, violinist
Diane strolls at weddings, private parties, corporate events and restaurants. She specializes
in show tunes, old standards, romantic melodies, waltzes and Italian songs.
OBrien Strings
Kate O'Brien's performances as a strolling violinist, or with her violin-guitar duo, include
many styles of music depending on the occasion. She tailors the music to the audience for
whom she is playing and performs popular songs from the '20s to the 21st century, swing
and jazz, all types of ethnic music, Broadway tunes, country and bluegrass, holiday favorites,
children's songs and special requests as well as light classics.
Swing:
Moxie
Voices and swingin' rhythm! Great old swing tunes, newly arranged for three voices, two hot
violins and a sweet jazz rhythm section.
Moxie's upbeat swing music draws primarily from the jazzy styles of the famous female vocal
trios like the Andrews and the Boswell Sisters.
Pat Dorn Orchestra
The most versatile orchestra in New England.
Amaryllis Ensemble
The Amaryllis Ensemble, formed in 1987, provides clients with elegant classical music for
wedding ceremonies, receptions, cocktail parties,and corporate events.
Con Brio Chamber Music
Superb chamber music for your wedding, reception or special event.
Featuring Trio Con Brio (flute, oboe, cello) and Con Brio Woodwind Quintet.
Deming String Quartet
The Deming String Quartet provides Classical String Music for Wedding Ceremonies,
Receptions and various other occasions. In the hands of this talented Quartet, many genres
of fine music, from Bach and Vivaldi to Ellington and Gershwin sound magnificent.
Earl Banquer Woodwind Ensemble
The Earl Banquer Woodwind Ensemble is a unique combination of instruments almost
equal to the range of a string quartet, and having a balance, a diversity, and, when needed, a
homogeneity of sound.
OBrien Strings
Providing a variety of fine music for all special occasions throughout Connecticut and
surrounding areas.
Kate O'Brien, violinist and musical arranger for OBRIEN STRINGS, plays solo or with her
ensembles at all types of weddings, receptions, private events, concerts, educational
programs, outdoor festivals and religious services.
The Connecticut Chamber Orchestra
An Ensemble of Artists performing Masterworks of all Periods, from Baroque to Broadway.
Sayard Stone, Music Director and Conductor.
Trio Salzedo
Trio Salzedo, featuring the unique instrumental combination of flute, viola and harp, has
enchanted listeners with its lush timbre. Performing a wide range of classical music, the
ensemble is the perfect complement for all events: weddings, receptions, elegant cocktail
and holiday parties, corporate events, and even private house concerts.
Solo Classical:
Annalisa Ewald: Classical Guitarist
If your goal is to create an enchanted event that will captivate beautiful memories for a
lifetime, then you are destined to meet classical guitarist Annalisa Ewald. Anyone can do
fine wine, gourmet food and candles, but now add a live classical guitar performance by the
artist whose music critics have called "exquisite" to your evening and the results are truly
spectacular.
Dixieland Bands:
Clam Diggers Dixie Band
The Clam Diggers Dixie Band, with their signature red and white jackets and straw hats, is a
group of talented Connecticut musicians who aim to please. They perform American
standards with a dixieland style that has delighted audiences for over 35 years. Led by jazz
guitarist/banjo player Charlie Salerno, the band hails from the "Clam Town" section of New
Haven, Connecticut, where music and good times go hand in hand.
Galvanized Jazz Band
The Galvanized Jazz Band plays high energy Dixieland and Swing music for listening and
dancing, and all occasions. They've been performing every Sunday evening since 1971!
General Dance Music:
Bales-Gitlin Band
Classy AND exciting. Great dance music! The favorite live dance band of Yale University's
graduating seniors for the past 10 years; also popular with alumni from eras as far back as
the 1930s. Male and female vocalists, horn section, knows how to make parties and
weddings successful! Very experienced.
Ivan Hubbard Orchestra and Entertainment Service
The Right Tune at the Right Time at the Right Tempo. A dance orchestra with full repertoire
from Swing and Society to Latin, Rock and Waltzes. Music for weddings, country club parties,
college dances, marketing and sales functions. Cocktail pianists, trios, classical strings,
and strolling groups.
Jazz:
Jeff Fuller & Friends
Jeff Fuller & Friends perform jazz music of unusual depth and improvisatory nature, always
listenable yet swinging for dancers.
Moxie
Voices and swingin' rhythm! Great old swing tunes, newly arranged for three voices, two hot
violins and a sweet jazz rhythm section.
Moxie's upbeat music draws primarily from the jazzy styles of the famous female vocal trios
like the Andrews and the Boswell Sisters.
R.J. Ruotolo and Speak No Evil
Speak No Evil plays classic jazz, smooth groove, Latin-cuban, and original compositions.
The group can play out with as few as 2 musicians, or as many as 10. The group is based
in the greater New Haven, Connecticut locale.
Latin:
Samba Brasil
Samba Brasil has been called “sparkling... breezy... sensuous... swinging” as well as “a
simmering mix of Brazilian music and jazz.” Since 1994, the group has delighted audiences
throughout New England with their fresh variations on the samba - the national dance and
passion of Brazil.
R.J. Ruotolo and Speak No Evil
Speak No Evil plays classic jazz, smooth groove, Latin-cuban, and original compositions.
The group can play out with as few as 2 musicians, or as many as 10. The group is based
in the greater New Haven, Connecticut locale.
Strolling Musician:
Dominic Corraro
"The Strolling Mandolin". Strolling mandolinist and singer specializing in Italian music. Over
35 years experience. A definite plus to any party that requires the touch of strolling music.
Diane Orson, violinist
Diane strolls at weddings, private parties, corporate events and restaurants. She specializes
in show tunes, old standards, romantic melodies, waltzes and Italian songs.
OBrien Strings
Kate O'Brien's performances as a strolling violinist, or with her violin-guitar duo, include
many styles of music depending on the occasion. She tailors the music to the audience for
whom she is playing and performs popular songs from the '20s to the 21st century, swing
and jazz, all types of ethnic music, Broadway tunes, country and bluegrass, holiday favorites,
children's songs and special requests as well as light classics.
Swing:
Moxie
Voices and swingin' rhythm! Great old swing tunes, newly arranged for three voices, two hot
violins and a sweet jazz rhythm section.
Moxie's upbeat swing music draws primarily from the jazzy styles of the famous female vocal
trios like the Andrews and the Boswell Sisters.
Pat Dorn Orchestra
The most versatile orchestra in New England.
