We think we have the best variety band in the area, but don't
take our word for it--read what our clients have to say. Many more
testimonials are available and if you still aren't convinced, we will be happy
to provide references. We provide superior service, experienced musicians,
great Master of Ceremony services, a state-of-the-art Bose sound system, and a wide variety of musical styles
to please all generations. Our dinner music is performed at a level that
is conducive to conversation and our dance music will definitely get people up
out of their seats! We are
confident that your guests will compliment you on your excellent choice of bands
if you hire Steve Ezzo & The Monterey Bay All-Stars for your next event.
Click Audio Clips to hear samples of our band.
CLIENT COMMENTS:
"What a beautiful job you did! From
the organization and detail side to the actual music, everything was perfect!!
It was a match made in Heaven! Not just the bride and groom…also the wedding and
the band!! The dynamic was great! Our friends and family kept saying they’ve
never seen so many people on the dance floor so consistently…that’s a tribute to
you all! We got so many compliments on you and the band! We can’t wait to have
some other event so we can hire you all again!!!” -- Mother of the Bride,
Sharon, Pebble Beach, CA
“The band was perfect! They were exactly what we were hoping for, and they
outperformed our expectations. I will highly recommend them as well as the
booking services you provide. Additionally, the guests commented on how
great the band was as well. Thanks for everything - it truly has been a
pleasure working with you.” --Ken, Pacific Grove, CA
“We want to thank you for all the work that you put in to making our wedding so
perfect. Learning additional songs, adding a phenomenal female vocalist--we
appreciate everything! Family and friends are still talking about how good the
band was--and proof is that the dance floor was packed all night. Ann, you did
a wonderful job communicating with us and helping us make choices. You really
took the stress out of the process. The bandleader’s energy and talent kept the
party going. It was terrific. We would absolutely recommend all of you!!”
--Carin and Justin, Washington, D. C.
STEVE EZZO & THE MONTEREY BAY ALL-STARS, as heard on our demo, is a seven piece band
that consists of
guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, saxophone, trumpet and a male vocalist,
but we also perform as an eight piece band by adding our female vocalist or we
can eliminate the horns and give you a five or six piece group. The
guitarist also sings lead on select songs and other band members provide
background vocals.
This band is comprised of the BEST of the BEST in the Monterey area. They
are an extremely gifted group of performers who are full-time musicians each
with over twenty years of professional experience. Their versatile
repertoire allows them to perform music that transcends generations, making them
the perfect choice for a wedding reception or other event where there is a wide
range of ages. However, they can also focus on one style of music for a
theme party or do an entire evening of Jazz, R&B/Motown, Oldies, or Rock, if
requested.
SIZE
AND INSTRUMENTATION OF THE BAND The band can
expand to the size of an orchestra by adding another
saxophone, a trombone, and even three violins. For smaller venues or
smaller budgets, the band can be reduced to five pieces by eliminating the horns
or they can even perform as a quartet or trio. We will tailor the size of the band
and the style of music to your specific
event. We can also graduate the size of the band beginning with a solo
guitar for cocktails, then a Jazz trio or quartet for dinner, followed by a
larger band for dancing. We are flexible and will work with you to design
a musical program that best fits your needs.
BAND PLUS
DISC JOCKEY If you cannot decide between a band
and a Disc Jockey, have both! Steve Ezzo is also a professional DJ and for
a small additional fee, will bring his professional DJ equipment and provide DJ
services during the band breaks. Another option is to have the band and DJ
alternate sets. With the added DJ services, you can expand the music to
include all of the very latest hits.
INCLUDED FREE OF CHARGE The band leader will perform Master of
Ceremony duties as required, provide a wireless microphone for your use,
optional dance lighting upon request, and the services of a sound technician and assistant to help
coordinate the announcements and musical performance all at no additional
charge. Recorded music will
be played during band breaks at no cost, or you can opt for DJ services for a
small fee.
OUR
SOUND SYSTEM We use a state-of-the-art Bose Personalized
Amplification System. Can you see the P. A. in the photo of the Monterey
Bay All-Stars below? No? That's the point! With a beautifully
decorated room, the last thing you want to see are large speakers on unsightly
tripod poles in front of the band or taking up room on the dance floor.
With our system, people don't even notice the 24 high quality speakers because
they are located in one thin pole. Look just right of the center of the
photo next to the musician. That's it! In addition to being
unobtrusive, it is also a superior system because the sound covers the room
evenly from side to side and from front to back. You can stand immediately
in front of the system and the volume is virtually the same as it is in the back
of the room. The Bose P. A. can be used in small venues or large ballrooms.
We have even used it for a corporate event in an airport hanger!
Where's the Bose P. A.
system in the picture? One thin black pole, to the left of the
martini glasses. That's it!
ADDITIONAL BANDS
In addition to
Steve Ezzo and The
Monterey Bay All-Stars, we have other bands that are available including
Jazz duos, trios, and quartets, a Blues band, Funk band, Oldies band, Steel Drum band,
Beach/surf band, Nuevo Flamenco,
Brazilian, Country, Latin jazz, German band, string ensembles, bagpipes and drums, and other
variety bands. Just call us with your special request and we will do
everything we can to accommodate you.
Song lists & demo CDs available upon request.
The Monterey Bay All-Stars
can be heard on the Audio Clips page.
Neal or
Josh
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