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Monday, January 13th, 2020

LI BRIDE AND GROOM PLANNING  WHOSE WEDDING IS IT ANYWAY

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 MEET STAN WIEST

REVIEWS STAN WIEST KEYBOARD CEREMONY AND COCKTAIL HOUR- STAN WIEST DJ’S RECEPTION

STAN WIEST WEDDING PIANO REVIEW THE INN AT  NEW HYDE PARK OCT 14, 2023   MOTHER OF THE GROOM

STAN WIEST WEDDING PIANO KEYBOARD REVIEW THE INN AT NEW HYDE PARK NOV 11, 2023 MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

STAN WIEST WEDDING PIANO KEYBOARD REVIEW COINDRE HALL 11/12/2023 BRIDE AND GROOM

 

 

TOWN OF OYSTER BAY DISTINGUISHED ARTISTS SERIES PRESENTS STAN WIEST IN PIANO CONCERT DECEMBER 10, 2023 BETHPAGE LIBRARY

 “Not only is he a terrific pianist, but his choice of material is absolutely first rate- some truly great songs, very well played”  PETER DUCHIN

 

STAN WIEST IN PIANO CONCERT NORTHPORT EAST NORTHPORT LIBRARY  FRI AUG 11, 2023

“MUSIC OF THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK”

BRIDE AND GROOM PLANNING

“WHOSE WEDDING IS IT ANYWAY” BY STAN WIEST WEDDING PLANNER MEMBER ASSOCIATION BRIDAL CONSULTANTS

 

HELPFUL HINTS TO ELIMINATE THE FUTURE STRESS FROM YOUR WEDDING

That wonderful, exciting flush of being engaged-every time you use your left hand you can’t help but watch how the light sparkles off your ring. People you hardly know are always congratulating you. What a state of euphoria.

 

But—Oops!   Reality starts to set in. There’s so much to do – so many appointments to make – so many choices to choose from. So many people telling you what to do.

 

Everyone you’ve known has advice to give usually in the form of “You ARE going to __________, really it’s a must!”  Or “Oh, don’t do that – my cousin did that and she said it was the worst mistake she ever made.”

 

Then there are the well meaning strangers who would never tell you the soup you should try but they know the BEST FLORIST or the GREATEST CATERER etc.etc.etc.

 

Reality becomes a mounting migraine at night when you are trying to relax or sleep-Forget it! These are the most important steps you should take to regain your equilibrium and save your sanity.

 

Talk to your fiancé, at length!!!

 

  1. 1) Who does he or she want at your wedding?
  2. Close family and a few friends (50-75 people)
  3. A large gathering (150-200 people)

c    The Royal Wedding (300-500 and up)

 

  1. 2) Where would you like your ceremony to be?
  2. a.    Religious Location  (church, synagogue, temple etc)

b    Outdoor location (remember the vagaries of weather)

  1. Reception location

 

  1. 3) Where would you like your reception to take place?
  2. Country Club
  3. Restaurant
  4. Catering Establishment
  5. Public Hall for hire (Elks, K of C )
  6. Tent in backyard (remember weather)

STOP

 

            Take a deep, deep breath – slowly inhale and smile. You just established the major playing field and established the rules of the game. You and your fiancé own the team – what you want, what you say – what you work out is “The Wedding”.

 

Ask each other  –  what do you see when you close your eyes

(At my reception I see ________________________________)

 

Many brides and grooms fall into the trap of creating too narrow a margin of musical types because this is their personal preference.

 

You may hate big band but there are at least 50 of your 150 guests that love it, or rock isn’t your thing but there are one hundred guests between the ages of 75 and 18 who want to rock the night away.

 

What is the answer – work out with your entertainment

 

  1. A good mix so everyone will dance.
  2. On your reception card let your guests know you are featuring a jazz wedding – or a night of nostalgia with big band sounds or any specialty of your liking.

 

If you inform your guests of the music program for the night you will save yourself explaining all through the reception why the Band or DJ   hasn’t played salsa or polka or waltz.

 

AFTER ALL YOU WANT YOUR GUESTS TO TELL YOU AND EVERYONE ELSE WHAT A GREAT TIME THEY HAD AND WHAT A GREAT, GORGEOUS WEDDING THEY ATTENDED.

 

YOU REALLY DO WANT EVERYONE INCLUDING YOU TO HAVE A SPECTACULAR TIME.

 

Choosing the right music also includes the ambience you want to establish at your ceremony and cocktail hour.

 

A harp or string duo, trio, quartet is most fitting for any ceremony at any location. You can add an opera singer to the ceremony for that extra zing.

 

Next on to your cocktail hour – this may be the perfect time to indulge yourself “The Jazz Aficionado” rather than at the reception. You can add jazz while the main course is served and enjoyed. Then after the main course “Let The Dancing Begin.”

 

Also during cocktails you may be thinking of an Island Theme with a Steel Drum Band and during dinner have the Island Sounds played to carry on the theme of tropical paradise.

 

Your wedding is a team effort, you and your fiancé are owner and manager – Speak to each other – first establish What You Both Want!

 

Then incorporate all the team players. Let them know the rules of the game and when there are those little glitches that life throws our way and they will be thrown let the right man or woman for the job take care of them for you.

 

  1. 1) Employ the Experts – they do know what they are doing.
  2. 2) Don’t exhaust yourself with seeing “everything” out there.
  3. 3) Ask for recommendations from your caterer,
  4. music company etc.
  5. 4) Don’t listen to all the helpful strangers
  6. (that’s why we call them strangers)

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PIANO KEYBOARD VOCALS STAN WIEST

FOR YOUR CEREMONY/COCKTAIL HOUR STAN WIEST SPECIALIZES IN THE MUSIC OF ALL THE FINAL FANTASY VIDEO GAMES  INCLUDING THE CRYSTAL CHRONICLES

 

STAN WIEST PERFORMING TO ZANARKAND FINAL FANTASY X VIDEO GAMES  SOUNDS LIKE A GRAND PIANO AND FULL STRING ORCHESTRA

WALT DISNEY MOVIES MUSIC , JAZZ,  LOVE SONGS, BROADWAY AND CLASSICAL MUSIC AS WELL AS THE MUSIC FROM 18 JAPANESE ANIME MOVIES FOR  ONE OF A KIND WEDDING CEREMONY MUSIC

 

WEDDING CEREMONY  “A THOUSAND YEARS” AND “AVE MARIA” STAN ON KEYBOARD SOUNDS LIKE A GRAND PIANO AND 15 STRINGS – INCREDIBLY ELEGANT

 FOR YOUR CEREMONY/COCKTAIL HOUR STAN WIEST SPECIALIZES IN THE MUSIC OF “FINAL FANTASY”, DISNEY, JAZZ,  LOVE SONGS, BROADWAY AND CLASSICAL MUSIC

 

WEDDING REVIEWS – STAN PERFORMING MUSIC OF FINAL FANTASY ON KEYBOARD

STAN WIEST PIANO CONCERT APRIL 12, 2023 HIGH SOCIETY MUSICALS JEANNE RIMSKY THEATER

STAN WIEST FEB 12, 2023 PIANO CONCERT AND “LOVE SONGS”AUDIENCE SING ALONG   HARBORFIELDS LIBRARY

 STAN WIEST IN PIANO CONCERT SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 18, 2022   SOUTH HUNTINGTON LIBRARY LONG ISLAND  STAN PERFORMS HIS PERSONAL PIANO ARRANGEMENTS OF MUSIC OF THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK

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KARAOKE   GREEN SCREEN PHOTO BOOTH -SCREENS

 

Strolling Violins                      

          Strolling Accordion –Italian –French Music

String Quartet                             

      Strolling Mariachi Musicians in Mariachi Attire

String Trio – String Duo           

       Steel Drums  – Reggae  Trinidad Jamaica Caribbean

Violin – Cello                              

       Persian  –  Arabic –  Israeli Music

Violin – Flute- Cello                 

         Belly Dancers – Flash Dancers 

Solo Violin                                 

         Salsa – Merengue – Cumbia – Bachata Latin Band

Classical Music                           

       Octoberfest / Oktoberfest  German Band / Dancers   

Harp (Concert Grand Size)      

       Brazilian Band –     BAND DJ COMBINATION

Harp-Violin                                

        Bagpipes in Full Costume- Irish- Scottish

Harp-Flute                                

        Greek Bouzouki Band  –  Dancers

Harp-Flute-Cello                      

         Portuguese Band-Country Western Band-Bluegrass Band

Sinatra Singer                            

       Spanish Flamenco Dancers  – Spanish Music                    

Piano – Cocktail Hour  -Dinner Music     

  Line Dance Caller – Square Dance Caller             

Guitar and Flute                  

             Jazz Duo –Jazz Trio – Jazz Quartet

Classical Guitar                        

         Russian   – Romanian  – Gypsy  Music

Flamenco – Spanish Guitar         

     Jewish Music – Italian Music – Irish Music

Jazz Guitar                                        String Orchestra      

Solo Pianist / Vocalist                       Singers for Wedding Ceremony                                         

Opera Singers                            

        Christmas Carolers in Dickens Attire
Caricaturist                                        Sitar and  Tabla

Renaissance Medieval Music           Swing Band –Swing Dancers

Ballroom Dance Band – Ballroom Dancers – Demonstrations Salsa Dancers – Tango Dancers  Swing Dancers – Trumpeters in Medieval Outfits – One Man Band – Piano Vocals Keyboard — Synthesizer — Walk Around Magicians – Ventriloquist – Puppet Shows

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STAN WIEST ON PIANO  “MUSIC TO DRIVE BY”   CD

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STAN WIEST ON KEYBOARD –  COCKTAIL HOUR WEDDING CEREMONY 

 STAN  WIEST in PIANO CONCERT

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STAN WIEST IS A MEMBER ASSOCIATION OF BRIDAL CONSULTANTS

 “THE KNOT”

Stan is the most talented musician I have ever met. I choose unknown songs for my ceremony- and Stan learned the music and played the songs beautifully. Hearing him play was a highlight for me and all my guests. I highly recommend Stan – you won’t find a nicer more talented piano player. Also- his dj dennis was amazing. A great pair. Loved them both.

STAN WIEST IS RECOMMENDED BY  CBS RADIO, THE NEW YORK TIMES, THE DAILY NEWS, TIME OUT MAGAZINE, LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY, NEW YORK MAGAZINE, NEW YORK WEDDINGS MAGAZINE, BRIDAL GUIDE MAGAZINE, WEDDINGS BELLS MAGAZINE, WEDDINGS MAGAZINE

READ THE REVIEWS ON  “THE KNOT”  AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE

STAN WIEST MUSIC is recommended in NEW YORK MAGAZINE –THE ESSENTIAL WEDDING GUIDE SPRING / SUMMER  and FALL /  WINTER  ISSUE for the 9th year in a row

NEW YORK MAGAZINE “This agency provides an array of bands and DJs- think mariachis, steel-drum ensembles, strolling violinists, and musicians well versed in Persian and Greek music. It’s a favorite among Dixieland fans, sitar aficionados and bagpipe enthusiasts. The band and DJ combo packages are especially popular

STAN WIEST PIANO CONCERT    “LOVE SONGS AND THEIR STORIES”

2/9/22 JEANNE RIMSKY THEATER

BREEZE AIRLINES GRAND OPENING LONG ISLAND MAC ARTHUR AIRPORT  2/18/22  SELECTS STAN WIEST MUSIC JAZZ TRIO TO PERFORM -STAN WIEST PERFORMED FOR SENATOR SCHUMER AT THE EVENT

STAN WIEST ON KEYBOARD WITH STRING BASS AND  DRUMS

STAN WIEST PIANO CONCERT ELMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY NY  MUSIC OF THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK PERFORMING “ALL THE THINGS YOU ARE”  and “A NIGHTINGALE SANG IN BERKELEY SQUARE”

STAN WIEST PIANO CONCERT THE ELMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY NY PERFORMING MUSIC OF THE GREAT AMERICAN SONG BOOK

COCKTAIL HOUR MUSIC    “WAVE”  “MEDITATION”  “GIRL FROM IPANIMA” “MORNING OF THE CARNIVAL” THEME FROM “A MAN AND A WOMAN”

“EMBRACEABLE YOU”   “MOONGLOW”  “IT HAD TO BE YOU”

STAN WIEST on your piano (or bringing a keyboard that sounds exactly like a piano), leading a duo or trio featuring  songs of the Great American Songbook, Jazz, South American Bossa Nova, Broadway Show Tunes or a sing along of familiar standards. Add a small DJ set up at no additional cost

STAN WIEST IN CONCERT ON EDDY DUCHIN’S PIANO

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STAN WIEST LI LATIN JAZZ TRIO PIANO KEYBOARD STRING BASS DRUMS PERFORMING JAZZ SAMBAS “MAS QUE NADA”  “MANANA DE CARNIVAL” MORNING OF THE CARNIVAL  “SAMBA DE ORFEO”  “CORCOVADO” QUIET NIGHTS OF QUIET STARS

STAN WIEST IS RECOMMENDED BY  CBS RADIO, THE NEW YORK TIMES, THE DAILY NEWS, TIME OUT MAGAZINE, LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY, NEW YORK MAGAZINE, NEW YORK WEDDINGS MAGAZINE, BRIDAL GUIDE MAGAZINE, WEDDINGS BELLS MAGAZINE, WEDDINGS MAGAZINE

THE CAUMSETT FOUNDATION GALA FUNDRAISER FEATURES STAN WIEST ON PIANO WITH HIS TRIO LLOYD HARBOR NEW YORK

Maria Mc Bride-Mellinger Editor at Bride’s Magazine in New York City Recommends STAN WIEST MUSIC for WEDDINGS in her book “The Perfect Wedding Reception” 

STAN WIEST WRITES AND PERFORMS A SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT FOR THE BRIDE’S CEREMONY ENTRANCE-THE BRIDE CRIED WHEN SHE HEARD THE BEAUTIFUL  ARRANGEMENT

JOAN HAMBURG -WOR AM RADIO PERSONALITY IN NEW YORK RECOMMENDS STAN WIEST MUSIC

In her award-winning book “City Weddings” Joan Hamburg says:

“With over 17 bands and orchestras working for him, Stan Wiest can get you the perfect music for your wedding, and, because he’s a member of the Association of Bridal Consultants, Wiest really understands the intricacies of wedding performances

The list of musicians he can get for you is enormous, since he handles everything from ballroom dance bands to steel drums, mariachi groups, bagpipers, bluegrass bands,classical groups, Greek bouzouki music, sitars, German Octoberfest, and DJs

Go to his website and take a look at the 112 music pages he has set up. He’s great to work with and an amazing wedding resource”

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CLICK ON THIS HOME PAGE LINK FOR  STAN WIEST MUSIC CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE

STAN WIEST MUSIC  HAS PERFORMED FOR GALAS FOR BARBARA WALTERS, SALLY JESSY RAPHAEL, TONY RANDALL, FRANK SINATRA, SAMMY DAVIS JR, VICTOR BORGE, THE RED CROSS, IBM, USO, FLEET WEEK,  TOURED WITH IRVING CAESAR (GEORGE GERSHWIN’S LYRICIST)  PERFORMED WEDDING FOR ROYAL FAMILY OF SRI  LANKA, THE DU PONT WEDDING, WEDDING FOR FAMILY MEMBER OF CONDUCTOR ARTURO TOSCANINI, THE TONIGHT SHOW BAND

STAN WIEST MUSIC PROVIDED THE ENTERTAINMENT FOR MARISHKA HARGITAY’S  BIRTHDAY PARTY (DETECTIVE OLIVIA BENSON ON TV “LAW AND ORDER SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT”), GALAS FOR COMMANDER “HOOT” GIBSON (IN CHARGE OF THE JOINT US RUSSIA ATLANTIS SPACE SHUTTLE MISSION), BUD HARRELSON (NY METS MANAGER), WEDDING FOR  ROLLAND SMITH’S  (CBS TV ANCHOR) SON

STAN WIEST PROVIDED THE MUSIC FOR THE WEDDINGS OF THE EDITORS OF RED BOOK, COSMOPOLITAN AND BRIDAL GUIDE MAGAZINES, THE WEDDING OF THE DAUGHTER OF GREG BUTTLES NEW YORK JETS ALL STAR PLAYER AND WEDDING OF THE LEAD ACTRESS IN THE BROADWAY MUSICAL “JEKYLL AND HYDE”

 

STAN WIEST MUSIC PROVIDED THE 15 PIECE ORCHESTRA FOR THE WORLD PREMIER OF THE MOVIE “MADE OF HONOR” STARRING PATRICK DEMPSEY AT THE ZIEGFELD THEATER IN MANHATTAN, CBS TV CHANNEL 2 ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT 15 PIECE ORCHESTRA   PERFORMING FOR PATRICK DEMPSEY

AS AN ACTOR AND MUSICIAN STAN WIEST APPEARED ON THE NBC-TV TELEVISION SOAP OPERA “ANOTHER WORLD” BOTH “BAY CITY” AND “SOMERSET”. IN MANHATTAN  STAN WORKED ON STAGE WITH ADRIENNE BARBEAU AND APPEARED IN SEVERAL MOVIES  (with Harry Belafonte, Zero Mostel)

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THE KNOT AWARD TO STAN WIEST

STAN WIEST DJ AND LIVE MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT WEDDING REVIEWS ON  “THE  KNOT”

Posted by Kim M

We were so lucky to have Stan as the pianist at our wedding! His excellency shone through at our very intimate, Christmastime event. Can’t recommend his live jazz work enough. He was truly a pleasure to work with from beginning to end. My mother even called him the star of the show lol!

 

Posted  by Allyssa L

We were honored that Stan Wiest was able to be our pianist at our wedding. From start to finish his playing was magical. All of our guests ranted and raved about how professional and enchanting the music was. Stan exceeded our expectations and we would choose him time and time again. Thank you for a wonderful Christmas Wedding filled with music that only a talented pianist such as Stan could pull off. If you’re looking for a pianist for your wedding or big event, Stan is the man! Thanks again!

 

Posted by Jon F

We were lucky enough to book Stan Wiest as the piano player at our intimate COVID-era wedding reception, and his music single-handedly (double?) elevated the ambience to match the sense of celebration of a large, more formal wedding. Stan is a gentleman, a consummate professional, and, most importantly, an extremely talented solo pianist (for those who know the reference, think Carmen Cavallaro in musical style and dexterity). Stan played enjoyable classics and all our songs requests seamlessly from cocktail hour through to cake cutting with just a few short breaks. As a testament to his musical prowess, we requested the showstopper “Bumble Boogie” as the last song, and Stan performed it flawlessly after hours of playing. It was a privilege to have a musician of his caliber at our event, which makes it easy for us to recommend Stan Wiest to anyone looking to make their night “unforgettable.” A class act! You will not find better.

 

posted by Chris R

Stan is the man! Very professional and responsive. He greatly contributed to our wonderful wedding day.

 

Posted by Jim W

Stan arranged the music for my daughter’s wedding and my wife and I could not be happier with all that he provided. He, himself played piano during the cocktail hour and provide a string quartet for the church. The musicians and DJ for the affair were outstanding. Stan is a very professional and all around great person to work with…. No regrets.. The Best.. Great value for the money..

  

Reviewed by Donna L

From our first contact to the end of the festivities, we couldn’t have asked for a better addition to our wedding than Stan. He was able to satisfy our desire for traditional music for the ceremony and upbeat dance music afterwards. In addition, he acted as MC and helped the event flow smoothly. Stan is definitely the whole package

 

 Reviewed by Candice B

Stan was n absolute delight. He took the time to learn 2 songs for our wedding ceremony and really knocked it out of the park. The ceremony wouldn’t have been as beautiful without Stan’s personal touch.

  

Reviewed by Karen L

Excellent experience using Stan. Starting with the reasonable price, the flexibility and attention to detail. They deliver what they promise and more… last minute I requested Science themed backgrounds for the green screen… the ones I provided were not compatible so they worked diligently to customize them and somehow made it work and did not charge me for the extra work. A pleasure to work with… accommodating and I highly recommend them.

 

 

Reviewed by Sarah D

we used stan wiest for our ceremony and cocktail hour music for our wedding and were thrilled. we met with stan and he made the process very easy and fun. he was accommodating and made us know that if we had any problems throughout the wedding planning process, we could come to him. ceremony and cocktail hour music was reasonable and knocked it out of the park. we were so happy.

  

Reviewed by Samantha P

Working with Stan was the easiest and best decision we made while planning our wedding. Stan is very professional and easy to work with. His knowledge of not only music for ceremony and reception but also of wedding planning in general is unmatched. He has been in this business for a long time and it shows in the connections he has made and the service he is able to provide. For our wedding, Stan provided us with the most beautiful string quartet for our ceremony, the most amazing DJ and percussionist for our reception and he himself played piano at our cocktail hour. Not only was Stan the most professional and accessible out of all our our wedding vendors, he truly tries to connect with his brides on a more personal level and you don’t feel like just another client which is so important. Stan caters to the specifics of what you want for your wedding which was so important to us and he was able to deliver a truly unique musical selection to our preferences. We cannot say enough amazing things about Stan and hands down choosing him as your music vendor will be the best decision you make during the wedding planning process. Thank you Stan, for all you do and for making our wedding unforgettable!

 

 Reviewed by Ken T

Stan Wiest and his crew were excellent during our wedding. They made the process very laid back and we didn’t have to intervene at all. Also, huge props to Stan for learning a few Final Fantasy songs to play during the pre-ceremony. The songs I selected were also fairly difficult but he was able to handle task with ease. What a great musician! DJ and photo booth that were provided were also top notch! They made sure that everyone was dancing and there was no lull during the event. All things considered, Angela and I are extremely pleased with Stan Wiest Music and recommend him and his team to anyone looking for DJ/Music/Entertainment for the event.

 

Reviewed by Karen C

Stan and DJ Ralph did a magnificent job performing at our wedding this past weekend. We could not have been happier. Stan is an amazing piano/keyboardist and the ceremony and cocktail music was so beautiful and romantic. He played all of our favorite songs. DJ Ralph was so much fun and everyone was tearing it up on the dance floor. All of my guest commented how much fun they had. Stan and Ralph were dressed to the nines. They were professional and receptive to our ideas and requests. We were so happy with our decision to use them at our wedding. Thank you Stan and Ralph xoxox Karen & John McHugh

 

Reviewed by Andrew B

Stan Wiest is awesome. He is such a friendly, down to earth guy. He’s quirky in a good way. He was very professional, accommodating, and most of all, talented. Stan and DJ Mike brought an energy and a sophistication to my wedding that exceeded my expectations. My wife Jillian and I were very happy. Plus, he lived around the corner from us so that was a big help too. DJ Mike played all the songs we requested and even sprinkled in some songs of his own choosing that fit our tastes and mood. DJ Mike knew I was an 80’s rock fan so he brought Jillian and me out to the dance floor and had everyone circle around us. It was really quiet since this was the beginning of the wedding. DJ Mike said we looked like a fun party couple and then he played “Any Way You Want It” by Journey. I started to dance and lip sync and everybody went nuts. It was funny and cool and unexpected. My wife thought I knew about it but I had no idea. Stan Wiest is great. I highly recommend them.

 

 Reviewed by STEVEN M

Stan did a phenomenal job ensuring the music selection for my wedding was executed as requested from myself and my beautiful wife. Stan played the piano during ceremony, cocktail hour and played all requests made during cocktail hour. The ceremony music was perfect as my wife walked down the isle to “Holy” by Florida Georgia line. Stan acted as the director for the band/DJ combination we had during the reception which was a wonderful balance between the two, honestly we couldn’t tell during some moments what song the band was playing and what song the DJ music was playing, Stan and the band were in fact that good! Lastly Stan’s attitude was wonderful and he was a pleasure to work with even with a change of venue 90 days away from the event and offered insight and solutions to help get us right on track! Stan Wiest Music IS the way to go and we will be going directly to Stan for any future music needs. Stan, thank you one last time from Myself & Carla!

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