Event: Wedding Ceremony & Reception of Eli & Leah Grove
Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024
Location: Whisper Hollow Homestead
Songs of Significance: Ceremony (Officiant Ryan Wise)
Bridal Party Processional: "Concerning Hobbits"-Howard Shore
Bride's Processional: "Light My Love"-Barbara Krajewska
Bride/Groom Recessional: "Everlasting Love"-Natalie Cole
Songs of Significance: Reception (Coordinator Shirley Solomond)
Bridal Party/Bride & Groom Intros: "Safari Song"-Greta Van Fleet
Bride/Groom First Dance: "Light My Love"-Greta Van Fleet
Cake Cutting: "Sugar, Sugar"-The Archies
Father/Bride Dance: "I Loved Her First"-Heartland
Mother/Groom Dance: "Seems Like Yesterday"-Melissa Smith
Bouquet Toss: "Man, I Feel Like a Woman"-Shania Twain
From the first song of the ceremony to the last song of the sparkler exit, the wedding day of Eli & Leah was one I shall never forget. Family and friends did not let the toasty temperature keep them from celebrating. Additionally, the excitement Eli & Leah shared for their big day made the planning process 'a piece of cake'. The ceremony was classy and the reception was a ton of fun. Deepest gratitude to Eli & Leah for entrusting my service for the ceremony and the reception, as well. Congratulations and wish you many years of love and happiness.
Event: Wedding Reception of Richard & Olivia Palamara
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2024
Location: Holy Trinity Event Center
Songs of Significance: Reception (Coordinator-Lori Murphy)
BParty/Bride & Groom Intros: "Come & Get Your Love"-Redbone
Bride/Groom First Dance: "So This Is Love"-Sneha (feat Con Tejas)
Cake Cutting: "What a Wonderful World"-Johnny Brenns
Longest Married Dance: "You're Still The One"-Teddy Swims
Although Rick & Liv were officially married on April 23rd at the happiest place on earth (Disney World, of course), family and friends celebrated their nuptials on June 14th...and celebrate, they did. An orchestrated vision of limited formalities to provide guests with a "party" atmosphere prevailed. Numerous song requests kept the guests singing and dancing. Providing the mix of music was a job I gladly accomplished. In the end, everyone had a great time.
Congratulations Rick & Liv...it was a pleasure to be a part of your wedding celebration.
Event: St. Louise de Marillac Teen Dance
Date: May 31, 2024
Location: School Parking Lot
It was a fantastic night. The 7th & 8th graders enjoyed an evening of great weather, a variety of outdoor activities, tasty treats from the Kona Ice Truck, plenty of pizza/pop and enjoyable party tunes. I thoroughly enjoyed providing the music and orchestrating the events for the kids. I hope to do it again and again and again!
Top 10 Song Requests:
"I Knew You Were Trouble"-Taylor Swift
"I Love It"-Icona Pop
"Firework"-Katy Perry
"Rasputin"-Boney M
"Starships"-Nikki Minaj
"Cotton Eye Joe"-Rednex
"Never Gonna Give You Up"-Rick Astley
"Bailamos"-Enrique Englesias
"Fancy Like"-Walker Hayes
"Dance the Night"-Dua Lipa
Event: Wedding Ceremony & Reception of Gabe & Levi Coyne
Date: May 24, 2025
Location: South Park Museum
Songs of Significance: Ceremony
Bridal Party Process-"Spring Waltz" by Joe Hisaishi
Grooms' Process-"Merry Go Round of Life" from
Howl's Moving Castle Soundtrack
Grooms' Recess-"Accidentally in Love" by Counting Crows
Songs of Significance: Reception
First Dance-"I See the Light" from Tangled Soundtrack
Gabe/Mom Dance-"Rainbow" by Kacey Musgraves
Levi/Mom Dance-"You'll Be In My Heart" by Phil Collins
It was a memorable evening for two wonderful men. The support and love they received from family and friends was felt throughout the night. I knew the reception would be fun just by the ovation Gabe & Levi received when formally announced as a married couple. Requests spanning multiple decades from artists such as Rick Astley, Cyndi Lauper, Lady GaGa, Doja Cat, Fall Out Boy & Daddy Yankee kept everyone movin' and groovin' on the dance floor.
I wish much love & happiness to Gabe & Levi. It was a pleasure to work & celebrate with them.
Event: Peebles Elementary School Field Day
Date: Friday, May 24, 2024
Location: Peebles Elementary School
The Field Day is an outdoor event designed with various activity stations fitted for the respective grade. Each classroom would spend 12-15 minutes at each station. Activity stations included Capture The Flag, Engle Ball, Swamp Ball, Track & Field, Kickball, Jewel Thieves, Parachute, Banana Tag, Races, Pin Knock, Swing Set Treat....AND...DJ Station!
Let me tell you...these kids were wired. Even if they visited a few stations before the dance party with me...they still came with energy to dance.
I can't take all the credit. The PTO Moms that spent the day with me were a great addition. They came to dance, as well.
I thoroughly enjoyed myself and the kids had a blast with me. I'll be back in 2025 and I definitely look forward to it.
Event: Wedding Reception of Jason & Carrie Dembowski
Date: May 17, 2024
Location: Hampton Event Center
Songs of Significance: Reception (Coordinator-Lori Murphy)
Bridal Party/Bride & Groom Intros: "We Are Family"-Sister Sledge
Cake Cutting: "Pour Some Sugar On Me"-Def Leppard
Bride/Groom First Dance: "You Had Me At Hello"-Kenny Chesney
Father/Bride Dance: "Butterfly Kisses"-Bob Carlisle
Mother/Groom Dance: "Can She Have This Dance"-Drew Baldridge
Sparkler Exit: "Nothing Is Gonna Stop Us"-Starship
Family and friends united to celebrate the unity of two wonderful people and the formation of an awesome new family. I was honored to add to the celebration by mixing the music and orchestrating the events. I wish the best to Jason and Carrie...and their children. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work and celebrate with them.
Nehilla Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Event: Wedding Ceremony & Reception
of Dr. Aaron & Mrs. Chelsei Nehilla
Date: May 4, 2024
Location: The Fez Banquet Center
Songs of Significance: Ceremony (Officiant-Pastor Greg)
Bridal Processional: "Turning Page"-Sleeping at Last
Bride/Groom Recessional: "Love Story"-Taylor Swift
Songs of Significance: Reception
Bridal Party & Bride/Groom Intros: "Feel So Close"-Calvin Harris
Bride/Groom First Dance: "You Are In Love"-Taylor Swift
Cake Cutting: "Sugar Sugar"-The Archies
Father/Daughter Dance: "My Boy"-Elvie Shane
Mother/Daughter Dance: "Mama's Song"-Carrie Underwood
Mother/Son Dance: "What a Wonderful World"-Louis Armstrong
Bouquet Toss: "Where Them Girls At"-David Guetta/Flo Rida
Yet, another reason why I love what I do. The ceremony was beautiful, and the reception was a blast. Song requests were plentiful, and the guests responded by singing and dancing the night away. Sincerest appreciation to Aaron & Chelsei for allowing me to play a role in your wedding day.
Event: Wedding Reception of Jason & Chelsie Saunders
Date: Friday, April 5, 2024
Location: Holy Trinity Event Center
Songs of Significance: Reception (Coordinator-Lori Murphy)
Bridesmaids Intro: "Where Them Girls At"-David Guetta
Groomsmen Intro: "Da Rockwilder"-Method Man & Redman
Bride/Groom Intro: "Space Jam"-Quad City DJ's
First Dance: "Tennessee Whiskey"-Chris Stapleton
Cake Cutting" "Meet Me At The Altar"-Jagged Edge & Run DMC
Groom's Must Play Song: "Back & Forth"-Aaliyah
Jason & Chelsie wanted a reception with limited formalities. I invited and encouraged their guests to make song requests. With that said, selections covered all the genres and providing an entrtaining mix was a challenge I enjoyed. The result was a consistently active dance floor.
Thank You Jason & Chelsie for allowing me to be a part of your wedding day. I wish you all the best!
Event: Wedding Ceremony & Reception of Roman & Lauren Marra
Date: March 16, 2024
Location: Sunset Room at The Vista
Songs of Significance: Ceremony (Officiant -Pastor Tom Rojahn)
Parents/Bridesmaids Process-"Gratitude" by Brandon Lake
Bride's Process-"Turning Page" by Sleeping at Last
Bride/Groom Recess-"Best Day of My Life" by American Authors
Songs of Significance: Reception (Talyn - Coordinator)
Bridal Party Intros-Mashup of songs
Parents of Bride: "Emperial March"-Star Wars Soundtrack
Parents of Groom: "Can I Get A..."-Jay Z
Flowergirls: "Let It Go"-Idina Menzel
First Bridal : "Womanizer"-Brittany Spears
Second Bridal: "Let's Get It Started"-Black Eyed Peas
Maid of Honor/Best Man: "Hotel Room"-Pitbull
Bride/Groom: "Forever"-Chris Brown
Bride/Groom First Dance: "Life With You"-Kelsey Hart
Cake Cutting: "Sugar Sugar"-The Archies
Mother/Groom Dance: "I Love This Dance"-Caleb Beachy
Father/Bride Dance: Medley Mix...
"This Dance"-Scott Thomas
"Apache"-Sugar Hill Gang
"Low"-Flo Rida
"Whip/Nae Nae"-Silento
It was a pleasure to provide ceremony and reception services for Roman & Lauren. It was a day filled with love, laughter and many memories. Much appreciation for allowing me to help it all come together. Congratulations Roman & Lauren!!!
Wedding Ceremony & Reception of Dominic & Samantha DeRosa
Event: Wedding Ceremony/Reception of Dominic & Samantha DeRosa
Location: Hampton Event Center
Date: Sunday, March 3, 2024
Songs of Significance: Ceremony (Officiant-Mr. Nick Miller)
Bridesmaids Processional: "Canon in D"-Violin Sisters
Bride's Processional: "A Thousand Years"-Alan Ng
Bride/Groom Recessional: "Come & Get Your Love"-Redbone
Songs of Significance: Reception (Coordinator-Lori Murphy)
Bridal Party Intros: "Bring 'Em"-T.I.
Bride/Groom Intro: "Forever"-Chris Brown
Bride/Groom First Dance: "Perfect"-Ed Sheeran
Cake Cutting: "Lovebug"-Jonas Brothers
Father/Bride Dance: "Don't Be Cruel"-Elvis Presley
Aunt/Groom Dance: "My Wish"-Rascal Flatts
Last Song: "Hard To Concentrate"-Red Hot Chili Peppers
Heartfelt Thanks to Dom & Sam! They made the planning process easy and fun. With that said...the ceremony was memorable and the reception was very much enjoyable. Best Wishes and many years of love & happiness.
Event: Wedding Reception of Hunter & Fawn Koller
Date: Saturday, February 10, 2024
Location: Holy Trinity Event Center (Coordinator-Lori Murphy)
Songs of Significance:
Bridal Party Intros: "I Gotta Feeling"-Black Eyed Peas
Bride/Groom Intro: "We Found Love"-Rihanna
Bride/Groom First Dance: "One Life"-James Bay
Cake Cutting: "How Sweet It Is"-James Taylor
Father/Bride Dance: "Cinderella"-Steven Curtis Chapman
Mother/Groom Dance: "My Wish"-Rascal Flatts
Garter Removal: "Pony"-Ginuine
Garter Toss: "We Dem Boyz"-Wiz Khalifa
Bouquet Toss: "Put a Ring On It"-Beyonce'
Sparkler Exit: "Time of Our Lives"-Pitbull & Ne-Yo
It was an evening that rocked and went much too fast. Dinner, Drinks and Dancing...the perfect combination for family and friends to make memories with Hunter & Fawn. It was a pleasure to play a part.
Thank You Hunter & Fawn...Wish you all the very best!
Event: St. Louise 7th/8th Grade Snowball Dance
Date: Friday, February 9, 2024
Location: La Gras Hall
Formal & Fun night with the students. A delicious dinner provided by Pasta Too led to a night of singing and dancing.
Top 10 Song Requests:
"You Belong With Me"-Taylor Swift
"Shake It Off"-Taylor Swift
"Shut Up & Dance With Me"-Walk the Moon
"Cotton Eye Joe"-Rednex
"Dance The Night"-Dua Lipa
"Lil Boo Thing"-Paul Russell
"Baby"-Justin Bieber
"Piano Man"-Billy Joel
"Industry Baby"-Lil Nas X
"Turn Down For What"-DJ Snake & Lil Jon
Thought I'd share this video clip from my recent St. Louise 5th/6th grade gig...enjoy.
"Sweet Caroline" at Rob & Sierra's wedding reception...worked very well.
Video gem from Hugo & Lily's wedding reception on Aug. 6th at the Holy Trinity Event Center
As they say in Hollywood..."That's a wrap". 2022 is officially on the books. Sincere gratitude to everyone that allowed me to entertain for their special event. A VERY BIG THANK You to Lori & Kelley (Event Coordinators for Holy Trinity & Hampton Event Centers). I am eternally grateful for our continued relationship.
I would also like to thank Ken Klase (Principal at St. Louise de Marillac School). 2023 will be my 8th year handling the student dances and events. Those kids keep me young.
I am ready to make memories in 2023! Let's Go!
Austin & Angel Kelley Wedding Ceremony & Reception - Hampton Event Center - Feb. 9, 2020
