Wedding at The Desmond in Albany, NY – 5 Star Rating!!

Posted on April 29, 2014 by Mike Garrasi


A bride and groom pose for the camera.

Mr. & Mrs. Jacob & Molly Agnew - The Desmond Hotel - Albany, NY - McGarry Photography

I just received an “Incredible” 5 Star Review from Mr. & Mrs. Jacob & Molly Agnew!!  Wait, let me back up a little bit first.

I DJed Molly & Jacob’s Wedding Reception on Saturday, April 12th at The Desmond Hotel in Albany, NY.   What a PARTY!!  The Dance Floor filled with “Awesome” Family & Friends All Night!  Molly & Jacob were a “Super Cool” and “Fun” Couple to work for!  They too were on the Dance Floor mixing it up with all of their guests!!

A piano keyboard with several different rings on it.

Mr. & Mrs. Jacob & Molly Agnew's Rings - The Desmond Hotel - Albany, NY - McGarry Photography

I had the opportunity to work with Great Friends that evening – Don Edmonds of The Desmond and his “Fantastic” Staff!  I also had the chance to work with a true “Legend” in the Wedding Photography World – Brian McGarry of McGarry Photography with his Assistants – Lauren & Paul.  I’ve worked with Brian since the beginning of my career in the 1990’s!  We go way back with many Fun & Crazy Weddings!  Trust me, you would not believe the stories we could tell.  We could and should write a book someday!  Brian is CLASS ACT and Great Photographer!  His Assistant Photographers – Lauren & Paul are great too!  They all ROCK!

A man and woman sitting on top of a bench.

Mr. & Mrs. Jacob & Molly Agnew - The Desmond Hotel - Albany, NY - McGarry Photography

I can not thank Molly & Jacob enough for the “Incredible” 5 Star Review I received from them!  I’ve posted it below.  Enjoy!

“Mike was the DJ for our wedding on April 12th at the Desmond.  I cannot say enough about the level of service that Mike provided.  From our very first meeting, I felt that Mike listened and was attentive to my ideas and requests, and on the day of the event, every single thing was perfect.  Mike chose the perfect music for the dinner hour and our guests commented that, unlike many other weddings they had attended, the volume of the music was unobtrusive and allowed for easy conversation.  Prior to the event, I mentioned to Mike that we really wanted to have a classy event (and that we don’t like Rhianna!) and Mike’s choice of music during the dancing truly reflected that request. There was plenty of variety – everything from oldies to hip hop – along with plenty of slow dances which my parents appreciated and crowd favorites like “Shout.” Mike did an awesome job of introducing the wedding party, allowing me to choose a different song for each couple’s entrance which made it really personal and fun.  My sister’s Maid of Honor toast was spoken over a musical backdrop (like a soundtrack) and Mike worked with her beforehand to make sure he had every cue right.  Seriously, Mike went so far above and beyond what you would expect from a DJ and, to top it all off, he’s about the nicest guy you’d ever want to meet.  My experience absolutely exceeded all expectations.”
–  Mr. & Mrs. Jacob & Molly Agnew – Arlington, VA

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