Wedding Entertainers in Upper Manhattan, NY

Elegant, live jazz tailored to your event. I’m Dion Berardo, a professional jazz guitarist based in New York City, and the founder of NYC Jazz Bands for Events. I lead a handpicked group of top-tier musicians, delivering tasteful, high-quality live music for weddings, private parties, corporate functions, and luxury venues. Whether you're looking for a romantic solo guitar, a sophisticated trio, or a lively full band, we adapt our sound and ensemble size to perfectly match the mood of your event. We pride ourselves on professionalism, musical excellence, and the ability to elevate any setting with timeless jazz. 🔹 Styles: Jazz standards, gypsy jazz, French swing, bossa nova, and modern interpretations 🔹 Formats: Solo, duo, trio, quartet, or full ensemble 🔹 Events: Weddings, galas, cocktail hours, upscale private gatherings Let’s make your event unforgettable with live jazz that’s both elegant and soulful. 💬 Custom Quotes Available Every event is unique. I’m happy to tailor an ensemble and quote that fits your vision, space, and style. Just share a few details and I’ll be in touch with personalized options.

MICHI will present the finest possible performance for your event. A conservatory trained musician ( in Japan and New York) MICHI can provide anything from solo violin to chamber music, also small jazz combo. We work with the client to provide the best possible music for your event.

*Please note, In-person lessons are ONLY held: -at student’s location if in Manhattan/Brooklyn, NY (Sunday-Tuesday) OR - at my home studio in Wilton, CT (Wednesday-Friday) Zoom lessons are held anywhere!* About me: - Bachelor’s degree in cello performance from The Juilliard School (2020), with performance experience throughout the US, Canada, China, Russia and Switzerland - 10+ years of experience teaching private students in Fairfield County, CT - Faculty member at The Fairfield School of Music - Cello faculty member at “The Cello Camp” in Westport, CT since 2018 - Volunteer teaching artist at the Corona Youth Music Project (Núcleo Corona) - Cello instructor at the Harmony Program Summer Camp - Cofounder/former director of the Roots of Music camps in Wilton, CT, and Congers, NY While my primary training is in classical music, I also have extensive experience in arranging and performing pop/rock/movie genres and appreciate opportunities to explore various types of music. I work with students to identify unique goals in their cello practice. I believe in creating specialized lesson plans for each student that build strong technical and musical foundations but always prioritize finding joy in the sharing of music. I also try to be readily available to assist students outside of lessons and encourage students to send practice progress updates or questions that I can comment on throughout the week.

Hi! My name is Telesmar Sanchez, and I am a professional jazz guitarist and guitar teacher based in Harlem, NYC. I can teach whatever style of guitar you're interested in (blues, rock, classical, funk, jazz, etc.) as well as music theory, sightreading, and songwriting. My approach to teaching is holistic—you're not just going to learn how to play your favorite songs, but how they work and how to create music of your own. My goal as your teacher is to give you the tools to develop a positive and inspiring relationship to your instrument. I have 20 years of guitar experience and an MFA in jazz guitar performance from CalArts. I've played hundreds of gigs across all sorts of genres and I've had dozens of students of all ages and experience levels. I have a strong passion for teaching and helping others deepen their connection to music. I hope we get to explore the guitar together! Lessons are available both in-person and online.