My friend Jonathan Spottiswoode and his band "Spottiswoode & His Enemies" have a gorgeous holiday CD & video CHELSEA BOYS. It features the yummy Tony Lauria on accordion (also a member of my band ILA'S DRESS as well as a guest on our debut release KYRIE)
To purchase "Chelsea Boys": http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/chelsea-boys/id274861760?i=274861880
Video & illustrations by Maria Eugenia, http://www.mariaeugenia.com/
Anytime you can check them out on tour or locally, you will not be disappointed.
Enjoy.
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Turntable Tuesday
~ Ted Ganung
For this edition of Turntable Tuesday I bring you my latest production work "Weight of the World," set for release next Monday off the label Liquid Brilliants! A smooth and soulful Drum & Bass track that was a huge collaborative process inspired by the current global situation. The guitar and keyboard parts were originally recorded in Honolulu by Blaise Nako of the band Dirty Genes. The beautiful & sultry vocals were recorded in only a one hour improv session at The Sound Machine Studio, with engineer Mike Machinist. Mariella literally came into the studio after coming back from an out of town gig tired & worn out and some how came up with this beautiful idea on the spot that she executed perfectly!
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For this edition of Turntable Tuesday I bring you my latest production work "Weight of the World," set for release next Monday off the label Liquid Brilliants! A smooth and soulful Drum & Bass track that was a huge collaborative process inspired by the current global situation. The guitar and keyboard parts were originally recorded in Honolulu by Blaise Nako of the band Dirty Genes. The beautiful & sultry vocals were recorded in only a one hour improv session at The Sound Machine Studio, with engineer Mike Machinist. Mariella literally came into the studio after coming back from an out of town gig tired & worn out and some how came up with this beautiful idea on the spot that she executed perfectly!
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Thursday, December 1, 2011
Debut Release of our CD Kyrie is now on itunes!
Then, through a willy-nilly way, I wound up in the event industy. (Too long a story to share)
I had a bride approach me that was getting married at the Four Seasons in Miami. She wanted something totally different for her ceremony. So I immediately thought of my friends, violinist Deni Bonet who was touring with Cyndi Lauper, cellist Stephanie Winters who was touring with Richie Havens, Evan Toth on guitar/vocals from "Tony & Tina's wedding" with myself on piano. This client loved each element and gave me complete license to produce the music for her ceremony. We brought our experience as soloists and contemporary performers to her wedding ceremony, which allowed us to create the ultimate"goosebump" moment for her entrance as she walked down the aisle.
Bingo. My musical happy place.
Such was the birth of "Bianchi Musica". Combining my classical roots with my love of popular music & fashion. For the past 2 years, I have been gifted with performing private events with my gorgeous & talented string quartet; Ariana Rosen, Kate Mollica, Hannah Hens-Piazza and Lauren Riley-Rigby. As a constantly working chamber ensemble, we have learned to aniticipate each other's musical moves and breath together. It's been an extraordinary experience.
Kyrie is a hybrid of classical music, pop & southern rock. There are 11 pieces, 7 covers and 4 originals. The title track kyrie is an original composition and the Greek word for "lord". It appears in countless sacred works ranging from Bach, Beethoven & Mozart, all the way to contemporary composers. We have been fortunate to play in some of the largest and most renown cathedrals, churches and synagogues in the world, being inspired by all things heavenly and ethereal.
The repertoire on KYRIE has grown organically out of unusual requests from our clients, many of whom have granted us creative license to push the envelope for chamber music in private settings. However, the most courageous and greatest collaborative influence has been Jung Lee at Fête in NYC. (www.feteny.com) She is flawlessly fearless in her design and vision and has allowed us to take great creative leaps whether they were on a beach in St. Barts, a garden in New Orleans, or the alter of St. Bartholomew's Church. Her support has been formidable in developing our signature sound. A romantic mixture of fairydust & drama.
Additional players are the uber talented & handsome Tony Lauria on accordion and the beautifully gifted Christiana Liberis on violin. My husband & partner in crime Jay Bianchi produced & co-arranged this work. Sometimes wrangling 5 estrogen driven musicians was like herding cats, so we love and thank you Jay!
We hope that you enjoy.
xox Pill
Liner notes:
Pilley Bianchi - Piano/Vocal
Jay Bianchi - Producer/Arranger
Ariana Rosen - Violin
Kate Mollica - Violin
Hannah Hens-Piazza - Viola
Lauren Riley-Rigby - Cello
Tony Lauria - Accordion
Christiana Liberis - additional violin
Songs:
Kyrie - written by Pilley Bianchi
Boys of Summer - written by Don Henley & Mike Campbell
I feel Like Someone Else - written by Pilley Bianchi & Maria Gentile
Hallelujah - written by Leonard Cohen
Pretty Good Year - written by Tori Amos
Not Gonna Think - written by Pilley Bianchi
Iris - written by Johnny Rzeznick (GooGoo Dolls)
Can't You See - written by Toy Caldwell (Marshall Tucker Band)
Lipstick & Cream - written by Pilley Bianchi & Nancy Magarill
On Golden Pond - written by Dave Grusin
Moonlight Sonata - written by Beethoven, arranged by Pilley Bianchi
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
vintage holiday shopping in williamsburg
I am always looking for affordable, extraordinary & meaningful gifts for friends, family and colleagues, especially with the holidays approaching. We have the grooviest vintage shops here in Williamsburg, just a short L train ride under the East River. I recently had my grandfather's Rolex tweeked right here in the hood by Leo De La Cruz right on N. 7th street. He has a GORGEOUS selection of vintage watches that are guaranteed to run like new. 1:46 Watch Repair & Designer Collective 146 N. 7th Street
Also, for fashion/shoes/tea on Sunday at 4PM with AMAZING baked goods by the owner herself, stylist Malin Landeaus 155 N. 6th street @ Bedford Ave
My favorite Street Vendor on N. 6th and Bedford, she has THE BEST prices for vintage jewelry and always fabulous finds.
Bedford Cheese Shop of course is amazing for the absolute best cheese, salami's, chocolate and everything yummy. Amy's baguette is a favorite as well as the Napoli Bagette for just $1.50
more to come on Ugly Luggage, Amarcord, Whisk & Moon River Chatel.......
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Turntable Tuesday
~ Ted Ganung
For this week of Turntable Tuesday I bring you one of my favorite Tech House tracks that is one of the most beautiful electronic music compositions I have ever heard, Callisto (Joris Voorn Remix.) The uplifting synth has so much feeling and emotion that it reminds the listener how much of the human element can still be captured within electronic music. The composition makes you feel as though every element within the track is so organic that it is not just a sterile loop, but each beat and accent is subtly changing as though performed live. Each layer adds more texture and movement as though it was originally written out on staff paper. The "Synthapella" (the synth with no beat) was later released and still charted as a top ten song because it is just so moving. Of course the song begins with a very simple two minutes of just beat, like most house tracks, this is part of the arrangement that gives the DJ time to properly blend two tracks into one. So for our purposes you may want to start the song at two minutes to skip the intro.
For this week of Turntable Tuesday I bring you one of my favorite Tech House tracks that is one of the most beautiful electronic music compositions I have ever heard, Callisto (Joris Voorn Remix.) The uplifting synth has so much feeling and emotion that it reminds the listener how much of the human element can still be captured within electronic music. The composition makes you feel as though every element within the track is so organic that it is not just a sterile loop, but each beat and accent is subtly changing as though performed live. Each layer adds more texture and movement as though it was originally written out on staff paper. The "Synthapella" (the synth with no beat) was later released and still charted as a top ten song because it is just so moving. Of course the song begins with a very simple two minutes of just beat, like most house tracks, this is part of the arrangement that gives the DJ time to properly blend two tracks into one. So for our purposes you may want to start the song at two minutes to skip the intro.
Monday, November 7, 2011
the jersey shore
This past weekend was picture perfect for our ceremony at Bonnet Island Estate on the Jersey Shore. The location was rustic and chic to fit this lovely bride & groom from Brooklyn. The boathouse where the ceremony took place was completely infused with the scent of fresh lavender.
Their ceremony was classic with a little whimsy.
Their ceremony was classic with a little whimsy.
Groom & Bridal Party - Dream a little Dream
Bride - Moon River
Special Meditation - Morning Has Broken by Cat Stevens
Recessional - Sweet Child of Mine by Guns & Roses
The quartet - Ariana, K8, Hannah & Lauren
Hannah & Lauren, with a little fan. :)
Ariana & K8
We heart the jersey shore.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Turntable Tuesday
- by Ted Ganung
For this edition of Turntable Tuesday I bring you one of may favorite Technicolour & Komtaic collaborations, "No Evil." A beautiful liquid drum and bass track filled with smooth rolling basslines, tasteful melodies, and pristine production. Released in August by the cutting edge drum & bass label Rubik Records, the release is available at all major digital distributors. Technicolour & Komatic are currently two of the top upcoming drum & bass producers from London. They are known for their smooth style of drum and bass filled with great musical ideas and ultra clean production.
To listen to more from these artists..
For this edition of Turntable Tuesday I bring you one of may favorite Technicolour & Komtaic collaborations, "No Evil." A beautiful liquid drum and bass track filled with smooth rolling basslines, tasteful melodies, and pristine production. Released in August by the cutting edge drum & bass label Rubik Records, the release is available at all major digital distributors. Technicolour & Komatic are currently two of the top upcoming drum & bass producers from London. They are known for their smooth style of drum and bass filled with great musical ideas and ultra clean production.
To listen to more from these artists..
Komatic
Monday, October 31, 2011
Halloween and Mussorgsky's "Night on Bald Mountain"
Halloween is the perfect time for Modest Mussorgsky's (1839-1881) Night On Bald Mountain. (composed in 1867) Most of us can recognize it from Walt Disney's FANTASIA in the video below.
Many people have grown accustomed to hearing Mussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain during Halloween - it's definitely a dark piece of music. Rightfully so, the story behind Night on Bald Mountain is not one of light nature. Inspired by a short story by the Russian writer, Nikolai Gogol, in which witches would gather on Bald Mountain and hold sabbath, Mussorgsky was able to create a dreadfully haunting piece of music.
Almost none of the compositions by which we best know Modest Mussorgsky is played today in its original form. From the masterly Pictures at an Exhibition, originally for solo piano, to the opera Khovanshchina and the Songs and Dances of Death, the music of this erratic Russian genius has been subjected to all manner of arrangements and orchestrations. Rimsky-Korsakov tells us that Mussorgsky's original versions of the work that he was to arrange as Night on Bald Mountain were impractical. This is only his opinion; one of these quite viable originals has in fact recently been revived and recorded. If he was not one of the great masters of instrumentation, Mussorgsky seems at least to have known the sound he wanted. But it is Rimsky's admittedly excellent orchestration of Bald Mountainthat continues to live on in the concert hall.
First composed in 1867, the work whose Russian title translates St. John's Eve on the Bare Mountain underwent two subsequent adaptations by the composer—first as part of the opera-ballet Mlada, and finally as a sort of ill-fitting "dream-sequence" in his Gogol-based opera Sorochintsy Fair. After Mussorgsky's death in 1881, Rimsky-Korsakov took portions of all three versions of the St. John's music to create his orchestral tour de force.
"At first I could make nothing of Night on Bald Mountain," Rimsky wrote in his autobiography. "Mussorgsky had planned the piece originally in the 1860s (it was then called Midsummer's Eve), under the influence of Liszt's Totentanz, and then left it lying for a long time." After describing the other versions, Rimsky-Korsakov concludes that "none of these as a whole was suitable for publication and performance. Consequently I resolved to make a purely orchestral piece from Mussorgsky's material and did my utmost to keep all the best and most connected parts without change, and to put in as little as possible of my own." Rimsky-Korsakov's reconstruction was published in 1886.
Inspired partly by a Gogol tale, Mussorgsky's Bald Mountain depicts a Witches' Sabbath on a Ukrainian mountain-top. Rimsky described his version thus: "Subterranean sounds of unearthly voices. Appearance of the Spirits of Darkness, followed by that of the Chernobog [‘Black God']. Glorification of Chernobog and celebration of the Black Mass. Witches' Sabbath. At the height of the orgy, the bell of the little village church is heard from afar. The Spirits of Darkness are dispersed. Daybreak."
Many people have grown accustomed to hearing Mussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain during Halloween - it's definitely a dark piece of music. Rightfully so, the story behind Night on Bald Mountain is not one of light nature. Inspired by a short story by the Russian writer, Nikolai Gogol, in which witches would gather on Bald Mountain and hold sabbath, Mussorgsky was able to create a dreadfully haunting piece of music.
Almost none of the compositions by which we best know Modest Mussorgsky is played today in its original form. From the masterly Pictures at an Exhibition, originally for solo piano, to the opera Khovanshchina and the Songs and Dances of Death, the music of this erratic Russian genius has been subjected to all manner of arrangements and orchestrations. Rimsky-Korsakov tells us that Mussorgsky's original versions of the work that he was to arrange as Night on Bald Mountain were impractical. This is only his opinion; one of these quite viable originals has in fact recently been revived and recorded. If he was not one of the great masters of instrumentation, Mussorgsky seems at least to have known the sound he wanted. But it is Rimsky's admittedly excellent orchestration of Bald Mountainthat continues to live on in the concert hall.
First composed in 1867, the work whose Russian title translates St. John's Eve on the Bare Mountain underwent two subsequent adaptations by the composer—first as part of the opera-ballet Mlada, and finally as a sort of ill-fitting "dream-sequence" in his Gogol-based opera Sorochintsy Fair. After Mussorgsky's death in 1881, Rimsky-Korsakov took portions of all three versions of the St. John's music to create his orchestral tour de force.
"At first I could make nothing of Night on Bald Mountain," Rimsky wrote in his autobiography. "Mussorgsky had planned the piece originally in the 1860s (it was then called Midsummer's Eve), under the influence of Liszt's Totentanz, and then left it lying for a long time." After describing the other versions, Rimsky-Korsakov concludes that "none of these as a whole was suitable for publication and performance. Consequently I resolved to make a purely orchestral piece from Mussorgsky's material and did my utmost to keep all the best and most connected parts without change, and to put in as little as possible of my own." Rimsky-Korsakov's reconstruction was published in 1886.
Inspired partly by a Gogol tale, Mussorgsky's Bald Mountain depicts a Witches' Sabbath on a Ukrainian mountain-top. Rimsky described his version thus: "Subterranean sounds of unearthly voices. Appearance of the Spirits of Darkness, followed by that of the Chernobog [‘Black God']. Glorification of Chernobog and celebration of the Black Mass. Witches' Sabbath. At the height of the orgy, the bell of the little village church is heard from afar. The Spirits of Darkness are dispersed. Daybreak."
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Turntable Tuesday
- by Ted Ganung
This week I bring a truly beautiful tune "Les Violons Ivres" by Agoria. The song begins with a very smooth beat and builds into the perfect marriage of luscious synth lines and an evolving string part. The minute the strings kick in the listener feels a sense of bliss that will remain even after the song has finished. Originally released as a vinyl in June 2007 by Different Records, a French Record Label that specializes in Electronic Music, the song has been charted by some of the top DJ's in the industry, including German icon Paul Kalkbrenner.
This week I bring a truly beautiful tune "Les Violons Ivres" by Agoria. The song begins with a very smooth beat and builds into the perfect marriage of luscious synth lines and an evolving string part. The minute the strings kick in the listener feels a sense of bliss that will remain even after the song has finished. Originally released as a vinyl in June 2007 by Different Records, a French Record Label that specializes in Electronic Music, the song has been charted by some of the top DJ's in the industry, including German icon Paul Kalkbrenner.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Soho House
It's been a total "Sex & the City" fall between our wedding at the New York Public Library and last evening at the Soho House. The Soho House is a hip members only club that you might recognize from their pool, seen on "Sex & the city".
I played solo piano for a very chic engagement party on their beautiful in-house steinway grand. Everything about this celebration was casually sophisticated with large doses of warmth and grace on every level.
Bravo & Brava to the staff and to my lovely clients. I can't wait for the wedding.
I played solo piano for a very chic engagement party on their beautiful in-house steinway grand. Everything about this celebration was casually sophisticated with large doses of warmth and grace on every level.
Bravo & Brava to the staff and to my lovely clients. I can't wait for the wedding.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Turntable Tuesday
This in from Ted.....
For this edition of Turntable Tuesday I bring you one of my own recently released productions, "Love it was Dub." Filled with a deep sub bass, filtered chords, and hypnotic vocals, the song is perfect for the dancefloor as well as your ipod. Some of the vocals were from a previous recording session I had done while working and studying in London, while the rest of the song was recorded here in New York. The song was signed to Pesto, a Record Label out of Germany that specializes in House & Deep House and was released as a Beatport Exclusive September 28th. Currently, the song is available in all the major music stores.
- Ted Ganung
For this edition of Turntable Tuesday I bring you one of my own recently released productions, "Love it was Dub." Filled with a deep sub bass, filtered chords, and hypnotic vocals, the song is perfect for the dancefloor as well as your ipod. Some of the vocals were from a previous recording session I had done while working and studying in London, while the rest of the song was recorded here in New York. The song was signed to Pesto, a Record Label out of Germany that specializes in House & Deep House and was released as a Beatport Exclusive September 28th. Currently, the song is available in all the major music stores.
- Ted Ganung
Monday, October 17, 2011
Moonlight Sonata
We are finishing up mixing our first commercial release, scheduled to drop 12.01.11. 10 songs, 5 are cover's and 5 are originals. Featuring myself on piano and vocal, Ariana Rosen & Kate Mollica on violins, Hannah Hens-Piazza on viola and Lauren Riley-Rigby on cello.
Here is a sneak peek of Moonlight Sonata. It's our version.
Here is a sneak peek of Moonlight Sonata. It's our version.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Turntable Tuesday
Today marks the first blog contribution of our newest producer Ted Ganung. His finger is on the pulse of what is current as well as up and coming in the electronic music scene. Groovy, vibey music that will contribute hipness to any event..
Take it Ted.
This week I bring a super smooth and chilled out tune released from Parisian Record Label, Because Music. "I Walk Alone" by Greek Producer Billa Qause has so much soul and feel that it immediately grabs the listener. It makes you feel as though you are reliving a beautiful moment in the past with a touch of longing for something that is no longer there. The perfect blend of 50's swing and a MPC, this song is certain to catch listeners across the board and remains one of the Top Ten on Beatport's Chill Out chart. I also love the youtube video because it shows a photo of Chinaman's Hat, which reminds me of growing up in Hawaii and driving around the east side of Oahu.
~ Ted Ganung
Take it Ted.
This week I bring a super smooth and chilled out tune released from Parisian Record Label, Because Music. "I Walk Alone" by Greek Producer Billa Qause has so much soul and feel that it immediately grabs the listener. It makes you feel as though you are reliving a beautiful moment in the past with a touch of longing for something that is no longer there. The perfect blend of 50's swing and a MPC, this song is certain to catch listeners across the board and remains one of the Top Ten on Beatport's Chill Out chart. I also love the youtube video because it shows a photo of Chinaman's Hat, which reminds me of growing up in Hawaii and driving around the east side of Oahu.
~ Ted Ganung
Zac & Caroline
We were thrilled to be part of the wedding of Hair Icon/ Tony&Guy Creative Director Guy Mascolo and his longtime sweetheart/mother of his children Caroline DeSousa.
Tony&Guy posted this video of their wedding. You can see us at about 2:05 performing the ceremony at the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens. They were so beautiful and uber-hip. Thanks to Fête once again for bringing us on board.
Tony&Guy posted this video of their wedding. You can see us at about 2:05 performing the ceremony at the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens. They were so beautiful and uber-hip. Thanks to Fête once again for bringing us on board.
Thursday, October 6, 2011
We welcome Ted Ganung to Bianchi Musica!
Ted is a DJ/Producer and lover of all things music. Raised in Honolulu, Hawaii Ted grew up playing various instruments in island reggae bands. His father bought him a electric guitar in the first grade and taught him how to improvise over chord progressions, using pentatonic and diatonic scales. Throughout high school he began to study classical guitar in preparation for University.
At the University of Hawaii Ted would be the Hawaii state finalist for the John Lennon Songwriting Competition two years in a row. Graduating from the University of Hawaii with a B.S in Music and Management, he spent almost half his studies overseas earning credits for his degree. He then spent time studying electronic music and composition in London while under the guidance of avant-garde composer Alan Stones which would greatly influence his musical style and ultimately change the way he produced music. In the summer of 2009 Ted was accepted to the Hiroshima and Peace program and took a small brake from music to spend the summer in Japan studying the history of Hiroshima and Nuclear Weapons. As a capstone for his degree, Ted moved to New York City to spend a year as a Marketing intern for Atlantic Records.
Now with NYC as his home, Ted has released over three EP's of Original Music with Kraak Records based in Athens, Greece; a record label that specializes in all things Electronic. His debut EP "The Grass is Always Greener" was featured on Itunes as News and Noteworthy for over a month. Ted is beginning to be noticed by some of the legendary New York DJ's and has aided in production work for some of the most prolific artists. His latest track "Love it was Dub" came out September 28th featured as Beatport Exlcusive, on the german Deep House label, Pesto.
Welcome Ted!!!
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Our March bride featured in Martha Stewart Weddings Fall 2011
The fall issue of Martha Stewart Weddings is out and I must say, the most beautiful photos are of our March bride, couture wedding designer Annie Sullivan!
http://www.annie-sullivan.com/
http://www.annie-sullivan.com/
Read and see more about Annie & Oliver's exquisite wedding
Photo's courtesy of Weddings by Two
http://www.weddingsbytwo.com/
http://www.weddingsbytwo.com/
Annie & Oliver
Annie designed the dresses for her sister and her mom.
Kate Berry - Style Director for Martha Stewart Weddings
Loved the girls, again Annie's design
Matthew Brookshire who we accompanied for the Processional "The Very Thought of You". He was awesome!
rehearsing
To see all the vendors including ourselves
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Queen
This month we actually have a couple of our clients requesting music by Queen. We have been busy arranging and rehearsing "Somebody to Love" along with "You're My Best Friend " for our wedding this weekend at the Mandarin Oriental. I have to confess, I was not familiar with alot of Queen outside of their huge hits like Bohemian Rhapsody and initially I was a little unsure about their choice and how it would translate to piano and strings.
But once I started playing the songs, I couldn't get over how musical they were and how they were so beautifully conposed. There are some songs that are just a chore to learn and others that just take you by the hand and lead you through the music like you are an old friend. They sound awesome and effortless for piano and quartet, which shouldn't be a surprise to me, considering how "orchestral" Queen was. I can't wait wait to perform this timeless material this weekend.
Queen rules.
But once I started playing the songs, I couldn't get over how musical they were and how they were so beautifully conposed. There are some songs that are just a chore to learn and others that just take you by the hand and lead you through the music like you are an old friend. They sound awesome and effortless for piano and quartet, which shouldn't be a surprise to me, considering how "orchestral" Queen was. I can't wait wait to perform this timeless material this weekend.
Queen rules.
Monday, August 29, 2011
Battery Gardens
Another amazing garden wedding this summer was at Battery Gardens in Lower Manhattan. Tucked away at the tip of Battery Park, Battery Gardens is a fresh taste of country in the city.
Our bride and groom were a power couple with incredibly busy careers and had a refreshing relaxed attitude in their approach to their nuptuals. Perfectly matched to the location. Sophisticated but chill.
For prelude music as guests entered we had harp amidst the flowers.
As guests came upstairs to enjoy the panaramic view of NY Harbor our "Silhouette" quartet played romantic classical music and for the processional we performed the following:
Our bride and groom were a power couple with incredibly busy careers and had a refreshing relaxed attitude in their approach to their nuptuals. Perfectly matched to the location. Sophisticated but chill.
For prelude music as guests entered we had harp amidst the flowers.
As guests came upstairs to enjoy the panaramic view of NY Harbor our "Silhouette" quartet played romantic classical music and for the processional we performed the following:
I Can't Help Falling in Love - Groom and Bridal Party
Simple Gifts by Aaron Copeland from Appalachian Spring - Flower Girls
All I Want Is You by U2 - Bride
Viva La Vida - Recessional
Lauren, Hannah, K8 and Ariana
Lauren looked perfectly etherial against the window with the light pooring in.
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Brooklyn Botanic Gardens
Continuing our garden series of events, we did an electic ceremony this summer for an uber-hip international couple from Brazil and London at The Brooklyn Botanic Gardens. The weather was picture perfect and we set up our 8 peice group under the trees beside an open field.
This groovy couple chose "As My Love Is For You" by FIVE DAY WEEK STRAW PEOPLE for the groom and bridal party, "Over the Rainbow" Jason Castro version for the children and "Skinny Love" by Bon Iver for the bride. We performed our rendition of this repertoire with string quartet, piano, acoustic guitar, percussion and vocal.
The recessional was an upbeat, foot-stomping version of Ray Charles' "Halleulujah, I Just Love Her So."
Once again, huge hugs to Jung Lee & Josh Brooks at Fête for bringing us in on this groovy collaboration!
The recessional was an upbeat, foot-stomping version of Ray Charles' "Halleulujah, I Just Love Her So."
Once again, huge hugs to Jung Lee & Josh Brooks at Fête for bringing us in on this groovy collaboration!
Sunday, July 31, 2011
gardens
This summer has been totally off the chain for us with weddings and special events, so I have sorely neglected our blog. I finally have had a chance to come up for air before our next wedding and want to give you a glimpse of the gorgeous gardens we have performed in this summer. Ranging from the tip of Manhattan's Battery Gardens, to the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens up to the private estate in Greenwich CT. Below are shots from a stunning birthday party in Greenwich.
The pool house was our "green room"
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