Wedding Bands and DJs in Portsmouth, NH

Wedding Bands and DJs in Portsmouth, NH

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135 Wedding Bands and DJs in Portsmouth, NH

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Grant Swift 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,825
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

Grant Swift is one of the most sought after event musicians in the Eastern United States. His repertoire of over 500 works covers Rock, Soul, Pop, Jazz, and Classical, containing everything from Stevie Wonder to Pachelbel, Queen to Ed Sheeran. Swift's versatility has him performing weddings, galas, and corporate events in venues as diverse as concert halls, restaurants, and steamboats. Clients have included Dior, Audi North America, The New York Yacht Club, Time Out New York, and Hudson Yards.

Awarded Best of Zola
Grant was absolutely phenomenal! My husband and I, along with our guests, were blown away by his talent and his exceptional ability to accommodate all of our notes and requests. He worked closely with us to ensure everything was perfect. I highly recommend him for any event or occasion. People are still talking about his performance, and our only regret is that we didn't get to hear him for longer. It was truly magical.
Samantha R., a month ago
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DJ Herbert Holler 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

Herbert Holler is one of the most recognized, in-demand DJs in New York City and beyond. He specializes in providing the perfect music for your wedding, be it the frenzied dance floor of your reception, the conversation-friendly ambiance of your cocktail hour, or the serene, magical moments of your ceremony. He uses his 25-plus years of event-production experience, extensive knowledge of popular music, 20-plus years of full-time, professional, late-night club and private-event deejaying history, and an uncanny knack for reading party guests to keep you and all of your loved ones happy and having a blast. Holler at Herbert today!

Awarded Best of Zola
If there’s one thing you should take away from this review, it is this - You should DEFINITELY hire Herbert Holler to DJ your wedding! From the very first phone call, it was obvious that he is someone who loves his job. He has an extensive knowledge and love of music means no matter what you want the soundtrack of your wedding or event to be, he’s got you and your guests of ALL ages covered. He was communicative, easy to work with, clearly invested in making sure we had a great time at our wedding, and that everything ran as smoothly as possible. In fact, at one point, he noticed from behind the booth that we were one man short for lifting someone up in the chair during our extensive Hora. So what did he do? He put his headphones down, ran onto the dance floor, and kept the party going! As a musician and music lover myself, it was hard to trust someone else with the evening’s setlist, but we are so glad we did. He was super keyed into the dance floor, and read the crowd like an expert, always knowing exactly what song to serve up. We danced our aes off and could not have had a better evening. We even rented one of his lighting packages, which he set up to perfection. Herbert, thank you for helping us with our live performances, and for giving us such an incredibly memorable night!!
Brian B., 6 months ago
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Sam Chase 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

Sam Chase is a professional singer/songwriter/guitarist based on the South Shore of Massachusetts. A Berklee College of Music grad, Sam has played countless gigs in rooms big and small and the large song list he plays from covers nearly any type of event looking for a solo acoustic vibe. For wedding ceremonies Sam is the perfect choice for those looking for more of a modern singer/songwriter vibe than the traditional wedding march. His cocktail hour sets are performed with precision and complexity while always maintaining a comfortable volume for guests to enjoy themselves and socialize, something his clients all appreciate.

Awarded Best of Zola
Always amazing stuff from Sam. I'd have him at my wedding if I had a time machine.
Kjeld Mahoney, 2 years ago
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Your Way DJ 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

I have been in the business for over 40 years. My passion for music helps me provide my clients the best experience possible. Pricing that is affordable is important to me. As one client posted in a review , "He cares more about the people, than the money" I give every client my very best in my service. With so many having ceremonies in one location and a reception in an other, I am capable of providing music for both locations. My clients wishes come first, from special moments to a dvd choreographed to your special music projected while you take the dance floor for that special First Dance. These are just some of the service provided.

Awarded Best of Zola
Gerry was such a pleasure to work with!! He did my cousins wedding in 2016 and mine on 5/18/24! He’s super friendly and funny and makes great music recommendations! When I told him about my dad passing away he made sure to make it a specialty moment! I danced with my brother to you should be here by Cole Swindell and Gerry took the time to make a slideshow of pictures of my dad to play in the background! I would highly recommend Gerry and your way DJ to EVERYONE!!! Thank you Gerry for making my wedding so special ! We really appreciate you ! 3
Taylor and N., 3 months ago
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Lionizing Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

At Lionizing Entertainment, we specialize in full-service DJ and entertainment for Weddings, School Dances, Corporate Events, and Private Parties. Our mission is to create an unforgettable ambiance where guests can let loose, sing, and dance the night away. With our expertise in music, we guarantee a packed dance floor, adding excitement, joy, and delight to your wedding experience. Trust our dedicated team of wedding professionals who genuinely care about making your event a stress-free success. Choose Lionizing Entertainment for an unforgettable and unique celebration.

Luis is a wonderful DJ and helped make our wedding day so much fun! He is super personable, outgoing, and genuinely cares about making sure his couples' big day is everything they want it to be. He was super easy to talk to during our zoom and in-person meetings. The client portal is SO helpful and easy to use. You can customize your playlist however you want and he's great at feeling the crowd! We added on a Photo Booth which was so much fun for everyone! We got to keep a copy and also received the digital downloads. Luis also told our love story while we were cutting our cake which was such a nice touch! We got so many compliments on our DJ and would love to work with Luis again in the future!
Sydney M., 2 months ago
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Freedom Music Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees
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Based in Boston, MA, Freedom Music Events provides spectacular entertainment for weddings, corporate events, private party's and other special occasions. This team strives to help you host the celebration of a lifetime. You can look forward to a night of dancing and revelry, soundtracked by your favorite songs. They have a wealth of experience in the events industry under their belt. The team puts their clients’ needs at the forefront of their process, allowing their work to be guided by your wedding vision. This guarantees a totally custom experience for your special day.

Jay and Martha were AWESOME! Highly recommend them for DJing. They were so sweet and gifted guests a surprise towards the end of the night which was a special touch. I still get compliments for how good my wedding DJ was. I host events and parties often, I already know who to have on speed dial. They know how to set the mood and direct it throughout an event. I asked some vague requests, like "no typical white people wedding music" (e.g., Don't Stop Believin', etc.) and had drastically different genres for dinner and party portions. THEY UNDERSTOOD THE ASSIGNMENT and beyond. There were actually several songs I wish I knew because I loved them so much but never heard them before, yet they were really catchy and quite the vibe.
Daniela, 7 months ago
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Vibeology IA 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

Music is a lifeblood of life's journey: a universal language that invokes emotion and creates memories; and when thoughtfully and passionately curated into a soundtrack, custom-tailored to specifications, preferences and tastes, the outcome is truly magical, noteworthy, and filled with joy, sentiment, and connection. For over 30 years, DJ Denise LaCarubba | Vibeology IA has aligned with clients to create and present soundtracks for weddings, fashion shows, fundraisers, corporate, international and private events.

Denise was an absolute JOY to work with for my wedding! From our very first contact, it was clear that she's a consummate professional with a true passion for her work, who makes her clients feel heard and cared for. Throughout the planning process, she was in tune with all of our needs and preferences (no small feat when the bride and groom are both musicians with strong opinions), and day-of she knocked it out of the park with her taste and talent. Her thoughtful programming, fabulous emcee skills, and ability to read the room ensured that guests had a marvelous time throughout the entire evening. I would strongly recommend her to anybody looking to throw a top-notch event!
Jamie C., 2 months ago
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Astrograss 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

We have been performing as a band since 2003, when Jordan Shapiro formed the band with some close musician friends in Brooklyn, NY. Since then, the band has performed at hundreds and hundreds of concerts, weddings, festivals, parties, kids birthday parties, and various other kinds of family oriented events. We have an extensive songlist of over 300 songs, drawing from all styles of music, including traditional folk/bluegrass, as well as classic rock, pop, jazz and country. The band has also released 3 full length albums of original music, ranging from progressive bluegrass/newgrass instrumentals to goofy kids songs.

Awarded Best of Zola
This band clearly has years of experience playing all kinds of styles and situations. They read the crowd, match the vibe, and elevate the experience for the client. Highly recommended!!
August Productions, 3 years ago
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AMP DJ/Band Hybrid 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

Can’t decide between a DJ or a Band? .. Now you don't have to! This is what we specialize in... HALF DJ. HALF BAND. ALL HYBRID! AMP DJ/BAND HYBRID is a boutique event company owned & operated by husband & wife team, Jimmy & Ana Salvemini. Having performed around the world with Gloria Gaynor, Luther Vandross, and George LaMond to name a few, the Salveminis were looking for an innovative way to bring that same quality of showmanship and professionalism to your special event! Our DJ/BAND HYBRIDs are carefully crafted to your needs giving you limitless musical possibilities! Your event is right around the corner... Get amped and GET AMP!

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring AMP was the all time BEST decision we could have made for our wedding! We had immediate comfort and trust in them from the first time we spoke, and the show they put on for our day was better than we ever could have imagined. They were incredibly responsive and helpful throughout the whole process of planning and had no problem with even the most far-fetched ideas (including my wife surprising me by getting up and playing the drums with the band). If we asked each and every person what their favorite part of our wedding was, hands down it was the music. Ana, Jimmy, and the rest of the band had everyone dancing the entire night without question. It was hit after hit after hit with the whole crowd! So many people rushed to us to ask how we got so lucky finding them. Ana and Jimmy truly respected and acknowledged everyone’s pronouns and made everyone in our family and party seen and comfortable through the entire process. AMP put their entire heart and soul into every performance. Their passion is so evident with each song they play, and their energy is just contagious. You cannot help but smile and dance throughout their whole set. And the TALENT! The talent is through the roof! All of our guests were completely shocked at the level of professionalism and talent AMP brought to our event. I cannot stress enough how utterly amazing AMP is. Do yourself a huge favor and book them, you will not regret it for a second.
Jen L., a year ago
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Deejay Mot Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

I am here to make sure everyone at your event has a memorable time. I create a custom vibe for every event, no two events are the same. I bring experience and a great attitude to not only make the music part of your special day seamless but also make planning and decision making painless.

I really started interacting with Deejay Mot during the Covid pandemic when he began a dj series on IG live. His energy (even virtually) was insanely high! Fast forward 3 years when it was time to put a vendor list together for my husband and I’s 10 year vow renewal and it was an obvious no brainer. Mot was professional, a great communicator and catered to our desired taste in music. On the day of, he came and he delivered. My one wish was to dance the night away, and that is exactly what I did! It was a night to remember. Several days later many friends and guest asked for his information and expressed how much they enjoyed the music and the vibe he set. Listen, no matter the occasion, book him if you want to have a guaranteed good time. If your goal is to keep your guest entertained and on the dance floor—look no further than Deejay Mot, he’s the People’s Deejay for a reason!
Joanne, 8 months ago
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Pocket Change 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,950
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

We pride ourselves on our versatility. If you can dance to it, we can play it. Our six musicians have trained for your special day. With years of experience we are prepared to get your crowd moving. As formally trained musicians, we are able to perform in a variety of genres and can easily improvise and adapt for your event.

Awarded Best of Zola
Everything about Pocket Change was a perfect addition to our wedding. Choosing our band was a major priority for us, as we know from experience they can make or break the reception. Pocket Change was everything we wanted, and more. From our first meeting with them, we felt comfortable and heard. They did a fantastic job of listening to our preferences and adapting that to what they were best at to deliver a great performance. They also did a great job of suggesting additions to our "must plays" that really went with the vibe we were looking for. Also, as a side note, the bride is a teacher, and we loved that Pocket Change is a band of music teachers! In addition to being absolutely perfect as a wedding band, they were also extremely affordable! We worked with some amazing vendors all around, but Pocket Change is the first review we're writing, because we really wanted to thank them for what they did to make our day special. We had a miscommunication with our venue about who was in charge of ceremony audio, and Pocket Change was able to jump in last minute to provide audio for the ceremony. They also let one of the bride's best friends join them on stage to sing Dancing Queen, which was so special for the bride and groom. There was a small issue with the wireless microphone during speeches, and their technician was able to jump in and solve it immediately! They were great at going with the flow and making situations that could have been stressful not at all. In almost every conversation we have had with guests since our wedding, someone has brought up what a great band they were. Hire Pocket Change - you will not be disappointed!!!
Alyssa G., a year ago
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The Violin Kat 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

"I am an eclectic wedding violinist based in the Worcester-Boston area of Massachusetts. I perform for wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, dinner receptions, first dances, and dance receptions. I enjoy learning my clients' favorite songs so that their wedding day feels extra special. I am able to play a variety of different music genres (top 100 hits, music from Bridgerton, hip hop, R&B, EDM, rock, big band, & classical) and can perform on my electric violin with your DJ for your reception. I am able to provide my own Bose sound system which can be battery-operated for outdoor areas."

We love having Kat at many of our functions. She is the perfect addition to our weddings, parties, etc. We highly recommend her!
The Barn, 6 months ago
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The Salamanders 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

High-Energy, Top-Class Live Party Band For hire for parties, corporate functions, city celebrations, weddings, & more. The Salamanders is one of the top live party bands in the world! With two of the most talented lead singers in the industry backed by nationally-acclaimed musicians, The Salamanders have a flawless sound and radiant energy that will keep your guests dancing all night long. From ceremony music to cocktail hour entertainment, first dance through the reception & dance party, The Salamanders are the live wedding music band of choice for venues and planners across the United States! Ask about our horn section for additional beauty

Absolutely amazing!!! People at our wedding still talk about them a month later! They not only brought great positive energy but were so sweet and kind to work with. They heard all of our requests and took them all into account. They were not only amazing to us but all of our family and friends. Would HIGHLY recommend. Also working with Utah Live Bands was one of our easiest vendors to work with - Stephen Tobian was always so responsive it was great for planning from afar! Book these guys early though they fill up fast!
Nina, a year ago
Gregory Wilson 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

My love of music started in the back seat of my dads car as he took me to daycare, with Marvin Gaye's "What's Goin On" on repeat. My love of music spans generations, cultures and genres, and has taken me all over the world, from England, Spain, St. Marteen, and Austria. My hope is that you allow me to curate a musical experience that will leave your guest talking about your wedding for years to come. As for me, I am a Brooklyn native, who during the pandemic was able leave corporate career to pursue my passion of music. My perspective, is to include and create, safe spaces for guests to feel young, and carefree - even if for a few moments.

Best decision we made regarding our wedding was booking Gregory. His energy, enthusiasm, and passion for curating the perfect music set for us was evident from the very start. He really cared to get to know us, our culture, and our musical styles—which was a very wide range! He really mixes all genres effortlessly. Like he’s truly an incredible artist. In addition to his musical talent, what’s most admirable is his love for music and passion for how music should make people feel. He put a smile on everyone’s face by interacting with the crowd and showing our guests new dance moves! Even though our wedding was 30 people the energy he created made it feel like a HUGE PARTY. Our other vendors even stayed beyond their contractual times because they loved the DJ and we’re having so much fun they didn’t want to leave just yet! Gregory is still the talk of our wedding, weeks later, guests have texted us randomly just to say how great the DJ was at our wedding.
Anthony O., 2 years ago
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The MILES Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,445
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

Miles performs professional quality, distinguished solo acoustic guitar & vocal music in venues from casual pub and tavern settings to formal ceremonies, cocktail hours and fine dining establishments. The MILES Band transitions smoothly through cocktail & dinner sets of jazz and Folk-Rock hits to dance parties with classic Funk, Soul and Rock & Roll. This band is sure to provide thoroughly enjoyable entertainment for guests of all ages and tastes. Whether you are booking a corporate party, festival, nightclub, or wedding event, The MILES Band makes it a fantastic, memorable event.

When someone asks me, “Was it a nice wedding?” I usually rate to see how many people are on the dance floor. And with The Miles Band, there were a lot of empty seats. They played music every one of all ages knew and could dance to. They learned to play my husbands’s mother and son dance and they knew our First Dance song! They took requests and gave us a night I’ll always remember. Weeks after the wedding and I still have people telling me how great the band was and how much fun they had.
Krista L., 9 months ago
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Boston Premier Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

Boston Premier has been part of some amazing events, and there's nothing that makes us happier than to celebrate one of life's biggest moments with special people like you. Over the many years we have been performing at weddings, we’ve developed a signature style to our events that couples continuously hire us for. Boston Premier receptions are engaging, meaningful, and detailed so that every segment of the evening is precise and perfect. Additionally, we are energetic, creative, polished, and fun – and love to infuse those elements into every event we perform at!!

Boston Premier was wonderful. They played everything we asked for, sounded amazing, and kept the energy going all night. They met with us several times to go over the night and make sure that the night was tailored to exactly what we were hoping for. Several guests commented on how great the band was and asked how we found them. We couldn't be happier
Mary Kate L., a year ago
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Butch Gray, Disc Jockey/Entertainer, LLC 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

There is an art to entertaining. To create a memorable wedding celebration, you need quality entertainment. Most events I do start with some common elements: guests, music and the client’s desire for the event to be successful. It’s the inspiration in the execution and preparation before the event that distinguishes me from the ordinary. While others may do events by number, I make each event an original, a unique reflection of my client…you! I take inspiration from your dreams and desires. I do not ask you to follow someone else’s format because I will thrive in yours.

Butch was simply phenomenal! He was able to keep our small wedding so high energy it felt like we had a room full of a hundred people! He was so flexible with us as we had so many changes throughout the planning process. He was willing to work with us regardless of what our contract stated, he just wanted us to have the best wedding we could. He was so helpful in planning meetings and his tool was easy and fun for us to use! We asked him last minute to do all the ceremony music and he was even willing to jump in the day of to marry us when we thought we were without an officiant. All of our guests raved about him! We can't say enough about Butch except to HIRE HIM! :)
Teresa and L., 4 years ago
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All That Events DJ-Up Lighting-Photo Booth 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH

Zeke and Sheila have worked extremely hard to maintain their high quality and attention to customer service. In order to maintain their excellent rapport with customers, the Aleman family has hand picked the best talent in each region to work for their exclusive boutique company. Keeping a small staff who can identify with their clients and provide the next level in concierge style service, has been met with a great response from both clients and the event industry and has garnished them many industry and client awards!

Sheila and DJ Zeke from All That Events made our wedding an absolute blast! My guests are STILL raving about how much fun it was. Sheila and Zeke were incredibly easy to work with. They were both responsive, accommodating, and professional. Zeke went above and beyond with everything; from announcing special people/songs/dances, to keeping the party going all night with the best music. My husband and I chose the full package of complete dj services, uplighting, and the photo booth. Choosing this package with All That Events was easily the BEST decision we made in our wedding planning. Many of our guests have said it was the funnest wedding they’ve been to… and it’s all thanks to the fantastic work and services of All That Events. I cannot recommend them enough!
Kristen P., 3 years ago
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The Free Downloads Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH

The Free Downloads are the ultimate multi-generational cover band and perfect choice to provide live music at your next event. Their always growing song list encompasses over 60 years of popular music. Established in 2009, The Free Downloads have performed hundreds of private events including weddings, corporate functions, birthday parties, and bar mitzvahs. During that time the band has earned a reputation as one of the most professional and talented bands in the New England area, with a deep commitment to doing whatever it takes to exceed expectations! If you need a band that will keep your guests dancing and having fun, look no further!

The Free Downloads played at our wedding on Block Island on 08/07/21 and they were incredible! Their talent & energy truly made our wedding reception unforgettable! We had to postpone our wedding due to the pandemic, but throughout it all the band was so flexible and accommodating. Planning a wedding on an island comes with additional challenges, but they were easy to work with in securing their accommodations and ferry reservations (i.e. they did it all). George was professional, responsive and supportive. After the wedding, they even DJ’d music at the after party and kept the energy pumping into the night. Our family & friends are still raving about how fantastic the band was - 100% recommend!
Caitlyn, 2 years ago
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Cuarteto Guataca 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

Bassist and bandleader Josh Levine got his start in the professional music business busking in SoHo with The Flying Neutrinos in ’93, so when NYC shut down in Spring of 2020, he capitalized on his experience as a street performer and began to play regularly in the parks of NYC with percussionist and sonero, Jainardo Batista, renowned flutist Itai Kriss making his debut on Cuban trés guitar, and María Raquel on vocals and minor percussion. Before long, the quartet had generated some buzz, several venues hired them to play outdoors and pianist Gabriel Chakarji and Grammy winning flutist and vocalist Jeremy Bosch became staples of the group.

Cuarteto Guataca is AMAZING. Every single member of this group is an absolute joy to work with, and their talent is beyond words! Cuarteto was our wedding band, and I don’t think anyone sat down the entire reception! Hire them now!!
Adriana and M., 3 years ago
Carte Blanche Jazz Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Portsmouth, NH for additional fees

Carte Blanche is a 6-piece jazz ensemble based in New York City that performs international jazz classics from the 1920’s to the 1950’s. Featuring accordion, violin and female vocals, the group has performed around the globe. With their unique international sound and glamorous vintage style, Carte Blanche transports its audiences to times gone by with original renditions of classic songs in 7 languages – English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Yiddish. The ensemble’s versatile instrumentation has a rich captivating sound which brings elegance and refinement to any event.

We can't say enough about how amazing Carte Blanche was at our event. Not only are they incredible musicians, but Kate the bandleader made everything so smooth from the planning process. She was very thorough and made sure everything went off without a hitch. They learned a few special songs for our ceremony and reception and put their own special touch on them to make it really special for us. They looked so glamorous and our friends and family are still telling us how unique they were, and couldn't believe how many languages the singer can sing in! This band is truly special and will elevate your wedding. Thank you Carte Blanche for an unforgettable night!
Mariann and M., 3 years ago