Question 1

How many people are in the band?

Accepted Answer

Our band size is scalable from 6 to 14 pieces.

Question 2

Do you play continuous live music?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We play continuous LIVE music. We will DJ music upon request.

Question 3

What is the band's repertoire?

Accepted Answer

Our repertoire is HUGE! As professional, full time, schooled musicians we know a TON of songs and we constantly learn new ones :) Check our repertoire page for artists and styles performed. If there's something special that you'd like to hear just ask… chances are we know it! We stay completely current and we bring new life to all the classics.

Question 4

Do you own your own equipment and why should I care?

Accepted Answer

We own all our own professional, state of the art equipment. We own several different sound systems because we perform at so many different venues and we tailor our sound to fit location and number of guests. NO rental stuff… you know how everyone treats that rented car :)

Question 5

What music do you play at a wedding?

Accepted Answer

Weddings are unique because wedding guests are usually mixed ages. Guests have the most fun when they dance! We offer a big mix of the best dance music to span the generations. All the songs we perform feel modern and fresh from classic oldies to current top 40.

Question 6

How do you pick which songs to play?

Accepted Answer

we always strive to musically surprise and excite guests with our music selections and the way we structure our sets. We always read the room and respond to it; and we never perform the same exact same set twice :) We LOVE to keep each wedding unique, and by learning your personal tastes we include your uniqueness in the music and dancing.

Question 7

Are you insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes! As a professional vendor we are fully insured.

Question 8

Do you provide an MC?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We MC your night: announcements, toasts, special dances, invites, or anything you may require. We also coordinate with your venue.

Question 9

Do you provide music for ceremony & cocktails?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Soloists, duos, trios and quartets are the most popular options for ceremony and cocktail music. Styles include: classical, jazz, pop, and traditional ethnic/cultural selections.

Question 10

Do you have understudies?

Accepted Answer

We treat it like a Broadway show... We have under-studies all set "just in case." We've almost never used them, but as professionals its like insurance… you have it and hope you never need it.

Question 11

Musically, where are you coming from?

Accepted Answer

Jazz! Because trained Jazz players combine expert skill and musicianship as well as expert flexibility and spontaneity. The ability to be flexible and go with the flow of the crowd is crucial to an events success and improv is at the very core of Jazz. With our strong roots and our passion for music we are proficient in all the many styles and specialties that go into making a wedding amazing.

Question 12

What do you wear?

Accepted Answer

Unless you your request otherwise, we dress in formal wear. We feel your wedding is a once in a lifetime special event and our dress should reflect that. However, like everyone, we have closets full of clothes, and if your vision for your special day calls for less formal attire, or even "musician-like" attire rest assured we have that too… after all we are musicians :)

Question 13

Do you travel? Will you play anywhere?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We will travel to where ever your wedding is being held :) We routinely perform all over the metropolitan area and we are also very experienced in all the details and logistics of performing beyond the metropolitan area too.

New York Edge Music

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