Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann
Elegant Music 323-270-3650
eric@elegantmusic.com
Beautiful - Successful - Weddings - Events
Elegant Music 323-270-3650
eric@elegantmusic.com
Interesting instrument combinations in beautiful Southern California locations.
Eric Zimmermann
Elegant Music
323-270-3650
Elegant Music started in 1990 with Sheila and I performing Flute and Piano Music for weddings and parties.
It was from this group that Elegant Music expanded to providing a wide variety of Live Music ensembles, DJ Dance Music and Master of Ceremonies.
See: The Story of Elegant Music
Throughout the years Sheila and I have had the pleasure of meeting and performing with some of the finest musicians in Los Angeles.
The musicians of Elegant Music are not only talented artists but are also very nice people. We look for these qualities in the musicians we choose to perform with.
Just as each person is unique, instruments have qualities that are also unique. The sound of each instrument lends variety to the ensemble inspiring exploration and expression in a performance.
It is a lot of fun to talk with someone about music they like; it’s an adventure of discovery.
I have found it is always productive to speak directly to the host/client. The value of a telephone conversation can not be over stated.
During the course of the conversation the clients ideas, comments and concerns are very important in determining the style of music and the ensemble for the event.
So, the client is consulted. Their vision is discovered. Their desires and concerns are understood.
Their requests serve as artistic representation of the mood and style of the event.
With these facts established I am confident I can guide the event to success…
…Now add to this the “Occasion” or “Theme” of the event.
Also, the “Location” and its existing decor may impose a design and suggest a theme or even a style of music.
It is a lot of fun to discover these factors and to consider the possibilities.
A lot goes on at a special event requiring coordination; an event itinerary beautifully written to flow from one activity to the next allowing each contributing element to shine and be appreciated in a distraction free environment. The Culinary Arts, Decor, Music and a seamless level of service all working together; magic!
You can learn a lot about someone by talking to them about music; their favorite artists, their favorite songs, performances they have attended, songs from movies they like, combinations of instruments they like, style of music they like. This is one of my favorite parts of planning music.
Planning music for a special event is very creative and a lot of fun. Each part of your celebration can have its own music. I look forward to hearing your ideas.
Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann
Elegant Music 323-270-3650
I started thinking about Easter and what music might be included in the “sound track” for this celebration. Optimism, renewal, a new beginning and just plain fun.
Here is a short program of Solo Piano recordings featuring excerpts of songs:
“I Can See Clearly Now” Johnny Nash
“Beach Spring” Benjamin Franklin White (1844)
“Here Comes The Sun” George Harrison
“Skye Boat Song” from Outlander
“Easter Parade” Irving Berlin
It is amazing the infinite variety of music possible with solo piano. As a pianist the keyboard is like an orchestra at my fingertips; I can play just about play anything.
Any melody, any song, any Christmas Carol, even “Happy Birthday” can be found somewhere on the piano keyboard.
The piano can play and sustain many notes at one time. So melody and harmony and rhythm are played by this single instrument.
With piano it is possible for a single performer to entertain hundreds of people.
Out doors or in locations where an acoustic piano is not available. It is easy to bring a keyboard and small amplification.
Talking about music with another starts an adventure of discovery.
Adding your favorite instruments to piano expands the variety of music possible exponentially.
Please see: More Live Music – Jazz & Solo Piano Video
Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann
Elegant Music 323-270-3650
There’s an old saying that, “A picture is worth a thousand words”…
…and so it follows that a moving picture (as in a video) can show more.
Here are some videos.
Eric Zimmermann Elegant Music 323-270-3650
On Sunday November 20, 2022 the Elegant Music Quartet performs “live” at the Langham Huntington Hotel Bridal Event from Noon to 4:00.
See: Weddings and Events at the Langham by Elegant Music
Eventbrite: I Do Bridal Event Tickets
The Langham is an experience.
The “I Do Bridal Event” is a unique opportunity to tour the beautiful Langham Huntington Hotel and see and hear and (possibly touch :-) the Elegant Music Quartet in “live performance”.
Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann
Elegant Music 323-270-3650
The instrumentation of the original Elegant Music Jazz Trio is Piano, String Bass and Drums. This is a very versatile group playing a large repertoire of traditional, swing, big band, latin and ballroom dance music including classic rock and covers of popular contemporary music.
Instruments and or vocalists can be added expanding the variety of sound and repertoire of this ensemble exponentially.
This gig is a birthday celebration that we have played for quite some time now. This event is affectionately known as “The Purple House Gig. ”
This ensemble is a version of the Elegant Music Jazz Trio replacing “drums” with “guitar”. Instrumentation: Piano, String Bass and Guitar.
See: Handwritten “Thank You” from Purple House Poolside Party with Pink Poodles
A simple itinerary sketch shows the parts of the event.
Each part of an event can have its own music.
When planning music we discuss:
Putting it all together is a lot of fun. I look forward to talking about music with you and hearing your ideas.
Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann
Elegant Music 323-270-3650