On Friday, May 10th of 2013, I had the pleasure of DJing for Mr. & Mrs. Steven & Lindsay Heagle at Saratoga National Golf Club!!  What a PARTY!  Their Guests never left the Dance Floor!  The staff at National “KNOCKED IT OUT OF THE PARK”!  And what can I say, Steven & Lindsay were just Super Cool!!  Two of the nicest people I have ever met.  I also had the pleasure of working with a great friend of mine too – Photographer Rob Spring!
Earlier today I received a 5 STAR REVIEW on WeddingWire.com from Lindsay.  Here is what she had to say!
“Mike Garrasi of Music Man Entertainment is AMAZING!  We had him DJ our wedding reception at Saratoga National on May 10.  He had the dance floor rocking all night long! There was so much dancing and dance MOVES that I have never seen before that were performed that night.  The energy was amazing and I attribute that to how well Mike reads the crowd!”

“I also have to thank Mike for ALWAYS getting back to me so quickly whenever I called and had questions or had to change our first dance and father/daughter mother/son song the DAY before our wedding.  He made sure that everything was just perfect!”

“Finally, I have to say that when Mike told me that we were fifteen minutes from the end I could not believe it!  We were all having an absolute blast and I wanted him to keep playing!  The great thing about Mike is that he gives you the option of extending your reception by an hour!  We wish we had asked him to stay and play longer but we had to get to our after party :) .”

“Thank you again, Mike.  We were just talking about when we could hire you and Rob Spring again for our next celebration! The uplighting was also amazing.  I will definately recommend you to everyone I know!”

Thank you so much Lindsay & Steven!  I wish you a lifetime of happiness!
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On Saturday, March 30th I had the pleasure of DJing for Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan & Rachel VanAlstyne and their guests during their Wedding Reception at Saratoga National Golf Club!  Great Bride & Groom with awesome family and friends who ROCKED the Dance Floor ALL NIGHT!!  I had the pleasure of working with the Traci & Danielle’s “All Star Team” at National and the “Legendary Photographer” – Brian McGarry.  They even went with my “FULL BALLROOM” Up Lighting Package in PURPLE!  What a night!

Check out the beautiful picture of Rachel and her Dad during the Bride & Father Dance!  WOW!

Rachel gave me a 5 Star Review on WeddingWire.com!  She wrote -

“Mike did an awesome job at our wedding! He kept the party hopping for sure with fun and upbeat songs.  Mike also provided up lighting for the evening which provided an extra personal touch!”

Thank you Rachel & Jonathan!

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On Sunday, April 7th I had the pleasure of DJing the Wedding Ceremony & Reception for the new Mr. & Mrs. Steven & Alissa James at Mohawk River Country Club.  They were a “Fantastic” Bride & Groom to DJ for!  They had lots of Family & Friends who LOVED TO DANCE!  Amazing Wedding!!  I also had the please of working with a great friend of mine Photographer Amy Rockwell of Amy Rockwell Photography!

This afternoon I received a 5 Star Review on WeddingWire from Alissa!  Thank you Alissa & Steven!

Check it out below!

“Mike was the best DJ we could have asked for!  He was so organized and enthusiastic, and he made everything go so smoothly throughout the entire wedding.  From the first time we spoke, I knew he was committed to doing anything and everything possible to make sure our wedding was great – and he definitely delivered!  Everyone at the wedding was dancing most of the night.  Mike played all of the songs we asked for (and none of the songs on our ‘do not play’ list, lol), and the rest of the music was just perfect and so much fun!  And to top it all off, Mike is one of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet.  We would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a great DJ!  Thanks Mike!!”

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This past Friday evening I DJed a “Dream Wedding Reception” for the new Mr. & Mrs. Justin & Renee White at 11 North Pearl in Downtown Albany, NY!  What a party! Incredible Dance Floor!!  Great Guests and one of the Coolest Brides & Grooms!

I worked with the “World Class Waitstaff & Management Team” of Mazzone Hospitality! Emily & Marleen ROCK!

The fun photo’s of myself and the Bride & Groom were taken by a great friend of mine – Photographer – Christina Primero!  You need to check out her photos!  She is fantastic!

Renee now holds the record for quickest WeddingWire.com Review EVER!  She went online and reviewed me at 3:30am on the evening of her wedding reception!!  That is 4 hours after the reception ended!!  WOW!!  Renee and Justin are so awesome!  I am very grateful for the 5 Star Review they gave me!  You can check it out below!

“Mike is the absolute BEST DJ anyone could ask for.  He helped through the whole process and never let us feel lost.  I wouldn’t recommend anyone else.  Our wedding was simply amazing and Mike played a HUGE part in that!”

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This past Friday evening, I DJed a “Spectacular Wedding Ceremony & Reception” at The Franklin Plaza for the new Mr. & Mrs. Mark & Michele Pezzula!  The guests didn’t leave the dance floor the entire evening!!  Insane energy!

In less than 24 hours after his wedding reception, Mark had already posted a 5 Star Review of my DJ Services on WeddingWire.com!  A record!  Check out what he wrote below!  Thanks Mark & Michele!

“Without a doubt, Music Man Mike was the best part of my wedding.  He played everything we wanted to hear, was professional, and enthusiastic.  He even coordinated a surprise with my wife Michele to incorporate my favorite band into the ceremony. ”

“I absolutely, 100% recommend Music Man Entertainment.”

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On Friday, February 15th of 2013, I DJed a beautiful Wedding Reception at The State Room in Downtown Albany, NY for the Mr. & Mrs. Myles & Ashley DeBacco.
The Bride & Groom were just spectacular! I had the pleasure of working with my good friends too! Tom & Lisa at The State Room, as well as Photographer Linda Conley and Linda Cousins Jensen of Flowers By Linda! What a team!

Myles recently gave me a 5 STAR REVIEW on WeddingWire.com!   I am very thankful for such an amazing review!  Please check out what he wrote below!

“Mike was great.  We were married in February and he was our DJ service. During the whole wedding planning process Mike was nothing but a great person and very flexible. He was always a pleasure to talk to on the phone, made you feel like you were the only thing that he had going on every time you spoke and the day of service was top notch.”

“Mike is a great value for the service he provides – great price and a great presence.   We had run into an issue with a Pianist that we had hired and Mike assured us not to worry and that we could consider him a wedding planner of ours since he’s got so much experience.   It was really great to have someone with such experience and skills to ensure everything goes better than planned.”

“I would definitely recommend Mike for anyone on a budget – that doesn’t want budget level service.   At our wedding the top 3 things every complimented on was the music, photographer and the food. When you are taken care of on those fronts – everything else falls into place!”

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On Saturday, January 5th of 2013, I had the pleasure of DJing the Wedding Ceremony & Reception for the new Mr. & Mrs. Timothy & Samantha Schmitt @ Saratoga National Golf Club! What a Wedding Day!!  Absolutely Beautiful Ceremony in the Foyer at National, Incredible 5 Star Cuisine, a Packed Dance Floor and a Very Cool Bride & Groom with lots of Great Family & Friends in attendance!  You could not ask for more!

That evening I had the pleasure of working with my friends, who are also some of the best Pro’s in the business!  Photographer Tom Wall and of course Traci, Danielle and their “World Class Staff” at Saratoga National!

I recently received a “Spectacular” 5 STAR REVIEW on WeddingWire from Timothy & Samantha, that I have posted below!

“We loved absolutely everything Mike did and would recommend him to anybody who wants the best DJ and wants to have a good time.  He kept the party going from the first minute to the last and we really appreciate him doing the music for our wedding.  We wish we could give him more than 5 stars!!!  Thanks again Mike and we look forward to having you do our 10 year anniversary!!!”

Thank you Timothy & Samantha!

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Music Man Entertainment has been named “Winner” in The Knot Best of  Weddings 2013! This is the 2nd Year in a Row to win this title!

I am proud to announce Music Man Entertainment featuring DJ Mike Garrasi has been selected as a “2013 Winner” in The Knot Best of Weddings, a special section in The Knot Capital District / Upstate NY Magazine and on www.theknot.com/vendors/best-of-weddings from The Knot, the number-one wedding resource that’s most trusted by brides.

The Knot Best of Weddings 2013 provides a “by brides, for brides” guide to the top wedding professionals across the country, and is a must-have when it comes to selecting the best-of-the-best wedding resources. From New York florists and Seattle bridal salons to DC makeup artists, engaged couples will find detailed feedback on local wedding businesses reviewed by thousands of newlyweds who had great things to say.

I am thrilled to have been chosen for this  “National Recognized”  Award for 2 Years straight!  Thanks to everything who voted for me!

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On Saturday, December 29th of 2012, I DJed a Winter Themed Wedding Reception at The Canfield Casino in Saratoga Springs, NY for the new Mr. & Mrs. Domenico & Samantha DeNitto!  Such a “Super Cool” Bride & Groom!  They went with my “Up Lighting Enhancement Package” featuring 18 Up Lights to totally transform the Ballroom in “WHITE LIGHT” during their Dinner Hour and then we changed it up  to “MULTIPLE COLORED LIGHTS” during the Dancing Segment of their Reception!  Boy did it POP!!

That evening I worked with many Great Friends too!  Frank and the “Always on Top of Their Game” Staff of Mansion Catering by Mazzone Hospitality, Designer of the “Stars” David Michael Schmidt from Renaissance Floral Design, Maddy & Meredith of the Famous Christine A. Wheat Special Events Firm, World Class Photographer Tracey Buyce + Daniel Cooper and Legendary Videographer Al Woodard! Awesome Team for an Awesome Reception!!

Samantha even gave me a 5 STAR Review on WeddingWire writing –  ”LOVE LOVE LOVE the MUSIC MAN!!  He was AMAZING!”

The video below I filmed with my iPhone!  It definitely captured the High Energy on the Dance Floor that evening!  Check out the “Cool” Up Lights!  Click the Link Below

High Energy Wedding Reception @ The Canfield Casino

To view an AMAZING Preview of Samantha & Domenico’s Wedding Day captured by Videographer Al Woodard.  Click the Link Below -

http://vimeo.com/56565143

Enjoy!

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Just found out that I won the 2013 WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Award!!  This is my second year in a row that I have won this award!

This means I am in the top 5% of Wedding Pros nationwide!  The WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ recognizes the top local wedding professionals from the WeddingWire Network that demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism.

I am so grateful to all the Bride’s & Groom’s who have taken the time to give me amazing reviews on WeddingWire!  Thanks a million!!

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