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Bringing friends together is a great idea.
The spontaneity of “It’s Five O’ Clock Somewhere”
is reason enough to get together.
Eric Zimmermann
Elegant Music 323-270-3650
There are 2 videos in this post. Part 2 plays automatically right after part 1.
In the first video (Part 1) a young woman from the audience called out to the band, “Hey music guys, are you single?”
Momentarily caught off guard I didn’t know whether to be flattered or embarrassed. However, the band’s “response” did reveal our responsibilities…
…but it was fun to consider the flattering question and banter.
See (Part 2) where we play beautiful romantic Latin American music which I like to think inspired the young woman’s question :-)
There is an event venue close by.
An asset that with a little bit of decoration and the right music would contribute greatly to the success of your party.
The venue is called “Your Back Yard”.
In this video the band is dressed in Hawaiian shirts having fun playing Latin music. Whether a casual event or formal, I always enjoy performing with the Elegant Music Jazz Trio.
The gigs shown in this post were all backyard events; except for the performance of “Fragile” which was part of a memorial service held indoors.
In writing this Quartet arrangement I had the realization that Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner, affectionately known as “Sting”, is a Jazz artist and that his song “Fragile” lends itself beautifully to Latin Jazz interpretation.
“The circumstances that might have caused a Christmas party to be moved to May are still a mystery. The creativity required to artfully circumvent these mysterious circumstances and . . . ”
Well, watch the video and find out.
“There ain’t no cure for the Summertime Blues.” To kick the blues all you need to do is to view this video and it’ll put a smile on your face :-)
In referencing Disney’s “Lady and Tramp” I want to point out that motion picture themes are packed with meaning. The performance of a song featured in a motion picture can bring that meaning to any activity that it is performed for:
It is a lot of fun to plan music for an event!
Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann
Elegant Music 323-270-3650
Many factors could be considered when planning an event. “What to wear” comes to mind; let’s go shopping!
Yes, creativity is quite spontaneous.
Eric Zimmermann
Elegant Music 323-270-3650
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 client. The value of a telephone conversation cannot be over estimated. During the course of the conversation the clients ideas, comments and concerns are very important.
Music is personal. Here are some suggestions of what could be discussed:
What instruments do you like?
What songs do you like.
Style of music.
Era of music.
Genre of music.
Instrumental music?
Music with a vocalist?
Dance music? – DJ? – Live Band?
Age group of the audience.
Song requests.
Further points to consider:
The occasion.
Theme of the event.
The Location of the event (venue). Its existing decor may impose a design and suggest a “Theme” or even a style of music.
Any restrictions the location may have: “indoors/outdoors” “no amplified music” “no dancing” “music must stop by 11:00 PM.”
Also consider:
Time of the year.
Purpose of the event
How many guests?
Planned Activities.
What was done for previous events of this kind? How did it go?
Note: Video references or pictures provided by the client representing their vision are very helpful.
There may be other factors influencing choice of music that are revealed through a short conversation.
During a bridal show I asked two women listening nearby for any request that they would like to hear. I think they started thinking about it too much and after a while felt embarrassed that they couldn’t think of anything. This being a bridal show I asked, “Would you like to hear something for a Cocktail Hour or for the Wedding Ceremony?”
“Wedding Ceremony” was their answer.
Then I asked, would you like to hear something like a big “Ta-da!” or something romantic and “flowy?”
“Romantic and Flowy” was their answer.
I was just about to play “The Skye Boat Theme” from the romantic series “Outlander” when they enthusiastically requested “Can’t Help Falling In Love”. I have a beautiful arrangement of this iconic love song that we performed for them.
Having the opportunity to speak about music and using a few guided questions, the right song can always be found. Please see: I had an Epiphany! Gamers and Anime.
Also see: Downton Abbey High Tea @ The Langham
An event starts with music and as the evening progresses so should the music develop. No mater how simple an event is, creating an itinerary sketch with the host reveals much information about timing and presentation valuable to the success of the event. Please see: The Itinerary SKETCH by Elegant Music.
Your ideas are important.
I look forward to speaking with you.
Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann
Elegant Music 323-270-3650
Please watch this video.
It will be plain to see that we had fun performing at the Los Verdes Golf Course bridal show in Palos Verdes.
If you like an ocean view and want to take sunset pictures, this is the location.
We met creative couples with great ideas who were excited about planing their special day.
See: Photos by Figlewicz Photography
There were talented wedding and event professionals and amazing hors d’oeuvres…
Yes, we had fun :-)
Each song in the Elegant Music Quartet repertoire were once requests.
Music is personal; unique to every individual. Choosing music for a wedding is an adventure of discovery. One great song leads to another.
Interesting music requests from brides and their families have contributed to the Elegant Music Quartet repertoire. Over the years our quartet music books have grown in volume.
Genres include: Motion Picture themes, Classic Rock, Swing, Latin, Reggie, Jazz and Classical Music.
Video Program:
Elegant Music Quartet @ Los Verdes Bridal Show
Married Life from “Up”
All You Need Is Love, The Beatles
The Lava Song, Disney Pixar
Reflection from Mulan
Brandenberg Concerto #3, J.S. Bach
Is This Love, Bob Marley
Under The Sea from Little Mermaid
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, J.S. Bach
To Zanarkand from Final Fantasy X Nobuo Uematsu
Skye Boat Song from Outlander
The Elegant Music Summary of Services Video is an illustration of these concepts.
In planning music for your event it’s helpful to sketch out an itinerary of the event to see where specific music and announcements may be needed.
The Itinerary SKETCH by Elegant Music is an organizing tool for planning music.
Please see: The Itinerary SKETCH by Elegant Music
You will be spending thousands of dollars on your wedding.
Removing uncertainties about your event and understanding how Elegant Music services might contribute to the success of your event is the result of the Itinerary SKETCH and free consultation.
Download your free copy of Price Guide – Planning Your Wedding Budget by Elegant Music
For an accurate quote, please contact me on my cell phone: 323-270-3650. We can do the Itinerary SKETCH together by phone. You will get your own copy of the sketch along with an accurate quote for Elegant Music services.
As always, we look forward to hearing your ideas and welcome your requests.
Sincerely, Eric & Sheila Zimmermann
Elegant Music 323-270-3650
Sincerely, Eric Zimmermann
Elegant Music 323-270-3650