JV Entertainment Artists

A Taste of Ireland
A Taste Of Ireland Trio in full regalia for Irish, Scottish and American music. This is a great musical trio for Irish-American affairs. In addition to traditional Irish music, they can also play country and bluegrass. Irish selections include "Rosie O' Grady," "My wild Irish Rose," "Peggy O'Neil," "Danny Boy," "Irish Jig Dance" and over 40 more hits.
When performing in a concert setting, A Taste of Ireland includes step dancing and storytelling as part of the show. One happy bunch of musicians who like to show off their Irish-American musical talents for everyone's listening pleasure. They also sing Irish and American songs as an added attraction. So next time, make your St. Patrick's Day celebration exciting and fun with our Taste of Ireland Trio. They're Great.
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Big Band King "Sir Drake"
From Manhattan's Swing '46, band leader and front man trumpeteer, Sir Drake puts on a real show for serious audiences. He's known as one of the area's finest big bands. This big band knows just how to make your special event "an enchanted evening under the stars." For the past fifty years, he has been involved in the entertainment industry and really knows how to make his trumpet talk.
Big bands are an elegant addition to any event, bringing distinction to your guests and always something to talk about the next day. Sir Drake is a native of New York City. He studied at DePaul University in Chicago, where he earned his Masters in music. For over twenty years he has been leading the band that became ALL HIS OWN. In 1998, they released A Tribute to the Big Bands, a collection of original songs written and arranged by Drake in the Big Band tradition.
We suggest advance bookings, due to his schedule and availability. Let's make your party special!
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Brass Quintet Ensemble
Let this Brass Quintet Ensemble add a pizzazz of elegance TO YOUR PARTY and let your guests make a royal entrance on the day of your very special occasion. "Live in concert" from New York's Allice Tully and Carnegie Halls, our Brass Quintet Ensemble is available to come to you.
Outdoor events including holiday performances, festivals and fairs, numerous cocktail and wedding functions, this Brass Quintet has been entertaining and dazzling audiences since 1996. Highlights of this Brass Quintet include classical masterpieces, jazz and Broadway selections and lots of exciting harmonies and dynamics that make their sound very special. No event too small to handle. They're Great.
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Bruce Sarafian
Guinness Book World Record Holding Juggler since 1993... JV Entertainment "Extraordinaire"... The incredible Bruce Sarafian has held Guinness Book of World Record in Juggling consistently since 1993. He has also been seen juggling and unicycling on syndicated television! Bruce's Shows are always popular attractions at fairs and festivals throughout the U.S.A., including theme parks (Universal Studios, Island of Adventures, Disney World, Sea World, MGM, Animal Kingdom, etc.), casinos, tradeshows, 5-star resorts and even special events.
Bruce not only broke the world record first in juggling that was held for over 60 years, but he also won the International Numbers Juggling Championship Gold Medal 3 different years as well. All performances will include the following: lots of highly skilled technical juggling (possibly up to 10 ball juggling), unicycling (including the 3 wheeled 7-1/2 ft. super tall unicycle), elements of 'danger' (i.e. fire, blades, steel pick-ax, etc.). The show averages 30 minutes in length.
To book the incredible Bruce Sarafian "Extraordinaire" Juggler, contact us today!
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Caribbean Pan Drummers
All aboard! Thrill your guests to the sounds of the islands with our Caribbean steel pan drummers show band. They are real, and great for any setting. Often work as a two, three or four piece combo. This group can sing also and has plenty of energy and is perfect for any functions which have a Tropical / Caribbean motif. Smaller groups of two or three players are best suited for cocktail hours, themed parties, etc.
Loudness is never a concern, since Steel Drums are acoustic and not amplified. The rest of the band will automatically play softly for the proper balance. As for attire, our Caribbean Pan Drummers can wear matching tropical shirts and black or white dress slack's, or tuxedos. Highlights include: "Matilda," "Jamaica Farewell," "Move it to the Left," "Island in the Sun," "Take your Bundle," and "Caribbean Party"... a complete Caribbean show for your guests to cherish the sounds of the islands. Vocalist included in show packages.
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Carol Douglas
A REAL show stopper -"let's all disco, one more time"
Carol Douglas provides true headline entertainment. JV Entertainment says "There's a party in the house," presenting Carol Douglas, the Disco Queen of the 70's and 80's. Her original smash hits — "Midnight Love Affair" & "Doctors Orders", indeed rival Gloria Gayner and even Donna Summer.
By some music historians Carol Douglas is credited with having the first Disco Hit with "Doctor's Orders" & well as her other mega hit "Midnight Love Affair". A number of cover tunes (reworked to a disco beat) are included in her show packages; ABBA's "Dancing Queen", The Bee Gees' "Night Fever", and perhaps the most unique, The Door's, "Light My Fire". Carol Douglas is one incredible disco attraction. She can be backed with a five to eight piece band — "a true legend."
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Cadence Riley
"Add a little taste of Broadway to your party"
Appearing in the mainstream New York scene often working with a quartet, piano, drums and upright bass, Ms. Riley exuberates the Broadway phenomenon. She has performed in an Off-Broadway production of the musical "Dream stuff."
An accomplished singer, songwriter, actress, Ms. Riley is dedicated to elevating her career to the next level. Past performances with Joseph And The Technicolor Dream Coat, The Wizard Of Oz, Oliver, and Bye Bye Birdie. Cadence offers a dynamic voice and brilliant talent... She can also perform as a soloist for Religious Services as well.
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Chris Kuchar
Chris Kuchar is a dynamic and engaging musician who's "got all the tools." Chris is an exciting pianist and is a classically trained singer who brings a style to American popular standards that's all his own. He performs classical major works by Chopin, Debussy & Beethoven. His love for piano and music and styling of such tunes has made him famous by Gershwin, Sondheim, and Porter (just to name a few).
Chris strongly connects with his audience. "From Bach to Beethoven" listening to Chris' musicianship is ideal for background music and cocktail hour settings. Portable keyboard if needed.
"A Cocktail Hour Piano Favorite"
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Dance, Dance, Dance
Dance, Dance, Dance, is one smashing show… THAT HARDLY STOPS TO CATCH ITS BREATH. From a country hoedown to an Irish Jig, these dancers and musicians start with traditional Appalachian clogging and Irish step dancing. The company then taps out rhythms from the 40's swing era and the rock "n" roll styles of the 50's.
This is a versatile ensemble of dancers and musicians who present American dance and music in creative new ways, bringing audiences a slice of Americana in a dazzling blend of dance and musical styles which include clogging, square dancing, tap, Irish step dancing, country music, bluegrass, swing, Cajun and rock & roll. Highlights include, African boot dance, English sword dance, a Cajun two step and not to forget Broadway style tap dancing. Backed by a three piece band as an added attraction to this dance troupe, Dance, Dance, Dance is one sizzling center stage attraction, BROADWAY STYLE. The musical instrumentations consist of fiddle, guitar, bass, drums, piano, pedal steel, banjo, mandolin and horns.
Call now for details on available show packages.
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David Broza
"One Amazing Performance" Headline entertainment, international recording artist the PBS music special "David Broza" with sold out performances at Masada: "The Sunrise Concert" aired October, 2007 In Israel. Broza has performed with the Israeli Philharmonic many times, featuring his own music, including a self-composed classical suite.
Throughout the years, his global tours have resulted in collaborative performances with prominent musical figures such as Paul Simon, Al Dimeola, Bob Dylan, Spyro Gyra, Van Morrison, Jose Fernandez, Sting, and more. His charismatic and energetic performances have brought to worldwide audiences, fusions of three different countries in which he was raised: Israel, Spain, and England. Broza fills concert halls with his famous guitar playing, ranging from flamenco flavored rhythmic and percussion techniques, to whirlwind finger picking, to a signature rock and roll sound.
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Diva of Yiddish Entertainment
Singer and Artist, this Diva of Yiddish entertainment loves to amuse. From a live concert on stage, to a bat / bar mitzvah, a Jewish wedding, or any fun shindig, she is a real gem. Naomi knows her audience and can rock any catering hall with orchestral support. She has been performing since grade school, when she was discovered while singing in the acoustically tiled walls of the Mikveh run by her parents for Paterson's Jewish community. Naomi's first language and first love was Yiddish.
As she grew up to the sounds of the Jewish shows on WEVD radio, Naomi performed concerts throughout the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Greece and Israel. For several years, she was a featured performer at The Wallington Exchange, an international nightclub where she expanded her repertoire to include Pop and Broadway music. When Yitzhak Shamir, then the prime minister of Israel, arrived in the USA, it was Naomi who was selected to perform for him. When Cafe Baba, a noted Israeli cafe, selected lead performers to celebrate its 25th anniversary, our Diva, Naomi took center stage. She offers one powerful stage performance and is available to perform with a four piece band.
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Duo Piano Concert
Alex Wu and Frank Ponzio
These professional pianists will dazzle your party guests. This dynamic piano duo uses an unusual blend of classical and jazz repertoire that provides music for every taste and their brilliant performance makes for a wonderfully engaging event. The Duo Piano Concert takes listeners on a musical journey that explores the vast richness and flavors of both continents.
Their concerts are an intimate and memorable experience delivered with great zest and humor, capped off with entertaining four-hand arrangements. Their programs include spirituals, ragtimes, blues, Southern American music, Broadway, Dance forms and popular music of composers such as H.T. Burleigh, Ellington, Gershwin, Jobim and Stevie Wonder. Alex and Frank offer one incredible journey through their memorable piano duo performance.
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Elegant String Trio
Classical Elegant String Trio featuring Romantic and 20th Century repertoire is perfect for your wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, reception or other special occasions. Serving the New York and New Jersey venues, this Elegant String Trio will set the musical mood and enhance your special event. Unlimited repertoire, from the very prestigious stages such as, Lincoln Center, The Armenian Philharmonic and The Verismo Opera Orchestra straight to your destination. These dynamic ladies are highly acclaimed professionals in their own right and experienced musicians for any event. Over 30 years of experience performing with highly acclaimed orchestras, concert halls, special events and country clubs.
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Full Force
Full Force are still getting busy & beyond... fresh off of just receiving Multi-Platinum Plaques for the writing and producing contribution for Rihanna's debut multi-platinum selling album & The Multi-million selling Black Eyed Peas Album (Monkey Business). This six man group comprised of three brothers and three cousins are still keeping busy to this day.
They rose to fame in the mid-1980s. These talented performers, writers and producers came to prominence with their first big production and the legendary hip hop hit "Roxanne Roxanne" via the group U.T.F.O. They however, have been the moving force behind the careers of several of today's Top 40 Superstars. Full Force has also appeared in the movie "Car Wash" which was a Mega Hit.
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Geraldine de Haas
Geraldine de Haas — Jazz Legend, with her band, Jazz Unites, has been providing a memorial tribute to African American vocalists Marion Anderson and Mahalia Jackson over the past two decades. Geraldine de Haas, "The Jazz Lady," was born in Newark, New Jersey on January 16, 1935. As a young woman, de Haas sang and toured with her brother and sister as Andy and the Bey Sisters, initially starting out in the Miami club scene in 1958. When they returned to New York after several months, they went to several auditions that promised them a few weeks of club dates in Spain and London. However, their music proved wildly popular, and they went on a whirlwind tour all across Europe that lasted a year and a half. In 1981, de Haas founded Jazz Unites, Inc., and has shared the stage with such jazz legends as Count Basie, Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, and her favorite, the late bass player Ray Brown.
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Greg The Crooner
This crooner is a foremost interpreter of the Big Band crooners from the 40's, 50's and 60's. He grew up on New York's Lower East Side and cut his teeth on Big Band music. Always being put in the spotlight by his family and friends, Greg has performed in Canada, New Orleans, The Catskills, Las Vegas, New York's Plaza Hotel, New York Marriott Marquis Times Square, Rock Center Hotel, and the Rainbow Room! It's True - even with the Jack Vartan Swing Big Band.
Just like Frank Sinatra sang the words in the song "When you can make it there, you can make it anywhere, this crooner really knows how to croon. Greg loves to sing renditions of Sinatra. And he's available with a 13 piece BIG BAND complete with charts, for your big event.
Book him today for that main event! He's swingin'.
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International Duo
With high energy and superb performance, rhythm guitar and vocals, these dynamic entertainers offer a diverse program of American and International songs. Liveliest in Greek, Persian, French, Hawaiian, Italian, Jewish, African and Caribbean, their vocal arrangements are complex while the harmony subline and voices blend in richly. The International Duo could hardly be surpassed as an African love song changes swiftly to Hebrew legend. Calypso becomes familiar with Rhythm and Blues. And the Italian Ballad inspires the Hawaiian Island Song. The Spanish Gypsy Seges molds into the music of "Never on Sunday" and "Zorba the Greek!"
The International Duo has toured in Europe, Asia and the Americas. They have even entertained at the United Nations in NYC, on BBC TV in London, ZDF in Germany and even movies and commercials in the U.S.A.
Call now for complete show packages.
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Joe Mosello
"Artist Representation"
Broadway, Joe Mosello, is a jazzy veteran of over dozens of Broadway Shows and Musicals. Mr. Mosello is one of the most respected lead trumpet players in the business. A graduate of the Eastman School of Music, Joe went on to play with the Maynard Ferguson Band for five years, where he was featured as both lead player and soloist. He recorded four albums with Maynard, then headed to New York City, where he has made his home until the present time. Joe has been a member of the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra since arriving in NYC, 21 years ago. He has performed with a few hot shots like Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, Johnny Mathis, B.B. King and Harry Connick Jr. Joe has worked on the new hit musical 42nd Street and has been touring as lead trumpeter with Blood, Sweat, and Tears.
To book the Joe Mosello Quartet and have your event rated #1, contact us today!
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Jon Faddis
Jon Faddis and his Jazz Quartet are world renowned. Jon was inspired by an appearance of Louis Armstrong on "The Ed Sullivan Show" at the age eight. There has been a guiding light in his musical career and style ever since. Dizzy Gillespie said "[Jon Faddis] is the best ever -- including me!"
Jon's trademark is the very high range he plays in. He doesn't just hit higher notes than EVERYBODY; he plays up in that range! Very few trumpeters can play Gillespie's works with the same degrees of articulation and range. Jon Faddis has worked with Alan Rubin, Marvin Stamm, Charles McCracken, Gary King, George Young, Harold Kohon, Eddie Daniels, Max Ellen, George Marge, Barry Rogers, Anthony Jackson, Harry Lookofsky, David Nadien, the Rolling Stones, Frank Sinatra, Kool and the Gang, Luther Vandross, Quincy Jones, and Billy Joel just to name a few. In December 1991 Jon was appointed musical director of the Carnegie Hall Jazz Band, an 18 piece all-star orchestra which serves as a vehicle for some of the greatest names in Jazz.
To book the Jon Faddis Jazz Quartet for your event, please allow for advance inquiries due to artist's schedule.
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Just Cruisin'
The Just Cruisin' Band is one of today's most crisp and sizzling party bands. They are versatile in all styles of music. Just Cruisin' offers anywhere from a four to eight piece band with frontline performers best suited to your budget. Their highlights include: Motown,... B, Oldies, Jazz, Classic Rock, Top 40's Dance, and many of today's hits.
Just Cruisin' is one great stage performance and stylish selection of vocals for everyone's dancing and listening pleasure. Includes keyboard, rhythm guitar and bass, drums, horns and vocals all combined together to deliver a strong and polished performance at your event. Offering a huge set list of tunes for all occasions and special requests. Just Cruisin' makes EVERY event special, one at a time.
Moderate Price Range and Packages Available. For a Complete Song List, contact us today!
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Keaton's Broadway
A Vibrant Performer
Keaton is a singer and entertainer from big bands to Broadway to the Whitehouse. She offers a powerful stage performance! She's even sung for President and Mrs., George W. Bush along with Vice President and Mrs., Dick Cheney for the Presidential Inauguration. There she was the featured entertainer along with comedian, Drew Carey and country singer, Linda Davis.
Keaton has performed with the magnificent Guy Lombardo Orchestra, under the baton of Al Pierson and has made appearances with Jack Vartan Swing Big Band in Bergen County since 1995. She has been featured at Birdland, New York City's premiere jazz club, as well as Atlantic City's, Tropicana Hotel and Casino. She has appeared as an opening act for Jerry Vale, Al Martino, Julius Larosa, Buddy Greco and Ms. Nancy Wilson. Keaton also sings in Italian too.
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