12/22/12 Nina & Brad

Strolling Violin for Cocktails
DJ Music for Dinner and Dancing

It was great to be back with the Carrilo family for the second Holiday wedding in two years.

Introduction Music: "You're The First, The Last, My Everything"  Barry White
First Dance: "The Way You Look Tonight"  Frank Sinatra
Musical Toast on Violin: "Over The Rainbow"
Wedding Party Dance: "I Gotta Feelin"  Black Eyed Peas
Bride and her Dad: "I Loved Her First"  Heartland
Groom and his Mom: "What A Wonderful World" Louis Armstrong
Longest Married Couple Dance: "Love And Marriage"  Frank Sinatra
Last Song: "Everything"  Michael Buble

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12/23/12 Allegheny Country Club Candlelight Christmas Dinner

The ballroom glowed with candles as John - on their Steinway grand piano -  and I played Holiday songs for the biggest crowd they've had in a long time.  It must be at least 10 years we have been playing this party and it's always one we look forward to.

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12/21/12 Massaro Construction Holiday Party

The blustery evening did not keep 375 employees and their families from coming to the Comfort Inn in Blawnox.  About 100 kids received gifts directly from Santa Claus whose appearance made everyone smile. Then the dance floor filled with kids and adults showing of their best moves to "Gangnam Style".  A good time was had by all.

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12/20/12 UPMC Monroeville

Thanks to Kari Fessides for having me be a part of the Physician Staff Party at their beautiful, brand-spanking new facility.  A lovely party with fine wine and the best looking lamb chops I've ever seen.

Happy Holidays !

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12/15/12 Thank You for Pianist Jack Nicolette

"Thank you do much for your superior performance at our Christmas party. Your talent adds an air of festivity and sophistication and was enjoyed by all.  Happy Holidays"
Sharon    Union Electric Steel Corporation

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12/19/12 Providence Point

The egg nog and cookies were flowing for the residents in the Medical Center as I played requests and my Holiday favorites.  Sweet bunch.

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12/19/12 PPG Food Court

With John Garrick on Keyboards we played through 2 hours of our best Holiday music. A pleasant crowd of student groups. business people, shoppers and tourists kept us as entertained as we hope we entertained them.  Thanks to Anita for having us back for another year.  Watch a few clips:

“Jingle Bell Rock” Keystring Duo at PPG Place

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NwZb_FfE1g

“O Holy Night” Keystring Duo at PPG Place

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9xNbib6ImY

“Santa Claus Is Coming To Town” Keystring Duo at PPG Place

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMNxkeIcaqc

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12/18/12 Fifth Avenue Place

For the third and final time this year.  The people watching is more than half the fun.

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12/16/12 Oakmont Country Club

Thanks to Rick Purcell for hooking me up to play the Club Holiday Brunch again this year.  First class all the way !  Believe it or not there were dozens of golfers on the course - on December 16 !

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12/15/12 Megan & Steve

It was back to the Carnegie where I greeted guests at the entrance to Solo Strolling Violin then jined John on Keyboards for Cocktails.  Once the couple was introduced John played the Grand Piano in the Music Hall foyer while I strolled through the crowd during dinner.  My two Bose sound systems filled that room like I've never heard it before.  Love that place !  Beautifully decorated, too.

Thanks to Wedding Planner Natalie Berger and to Eileen, Bill, Allison, Glenn from the hall and Parkhurst Food Service.

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12/14/12 NV Ryan Homes Holiday Party

It was their first full blast Holiday Party since 2003 - and they let loose.  So, hopefully this is a good sign for the economy.

DJ music during Cocktails
Strolling Violin requests during Dinner
DJ dance music for the rest of the night.

Thanks to Cindy for the invite and to Joe, Eric, Patty, and Madeline for their hospitality at the Sheraton Hotel at Station Square.

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12/9/12 Hanukah Party at Weinberg Terrace

"My Dreidel", "The Hanukah Song" and "Fiddler On The Roof" topped the requests by the residents and their families. Thanks to Leslie for the invitation to come back.

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12/8/12 Pittsburgh Conference Dinner

Thanks to Linda and Ginny to come back to play for this fine group of professionals.  I'd tell you what they do but I would need a science translator.  The Carnegie Music Hall Foyer was the beautiful backdrop to this elegant affair which featured me doing Strolling Violin along with the Crystal Strings Quintet and Vocalist Colleen Gray.  Here are a few clips:

"The Prayer" CRYSTAL STRINGS QUINTET with Vocalist Colleen Gray

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xE-BdxS_Jzo

"Ave Maria" by Schubert  CRYSTAL STRINGS QUINTET with Voclaist Colleen Gray

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QgI1FQ5LEY

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12/5/12 Childrens Hospital Physicians Party

One of my favorite parties of the year at The Carnegie Music Hall Foyer.  We get to do a full orchestra of me, John on piano, two more violins, viola, cello and bass for 700 + guests.  The JazzMo Trio finished off the night. Here are a few clips.

"Hallelujah" Steven Vance String Symphony at The Carnegie

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7T0kKgOiww

"Charade"  Steven Vance String Symphony at The Carnegie

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIo_pXq-gFs

"Ashokan Farewell" Steven Vance String Symphony at The Carnegie

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aojHg5VpAJo

"S'Wonderful" Steven Vance String Symphony at The Carnegie

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Cwb5Wd3xDI

"Galop Infernal" (Can Can) Steven Vance String Symphony at The Carnegie

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzHK0Ea6iI4

JazzMo Trio Medley
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzHK0Ea6iI4

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12/5/12 Fifth Avenue Place

It's always great to play in the spacious lobby of this beautiful building.  Not only are the acoustics great but I never fail to see an old friend I have not seen in years.  Never a dull moment.  Thanks to Erica and the staff.

Solo Strolling Violin.

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12/4/12 Providence Point

The Victorian Carolers stole the show at his Holiday Party.  I was there as the warm-up act.  Always fun.

Hear them sing "It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas" here.


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12/4/12 Christmas Phantasy Show

John and I started with Violin and Keyboards during lunch and Lee Alverson and Betsy Lawrence wowed the crowd with their Holiday and Phantom selections.  14th year in a row for AAA Travel at The Grand Hall At The Priory.

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12/2/12 Young Brothers Tae Kwon Do Holiday Party

It was my second time back for this lively event. A very respectful group of young people and their parents enjoyed the Electric Violin with backing tracks during Cocktails, Strolling Violin requests during dinner and about 150 people hit the dance floor for the first request by Master Kong - "Gangnam Style", of course.  Thanks to Master Dee for the invite - and Phillip at the Four Points Sheraton for the hospitality. They already asked me back for next year.

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12/1/13 Ashley & Brad

Cameron Strings Trio for the Ceremony
Steel Drums for the Cocktails
Strolling Violin for Dinner
DJ dance music

We provided a  full night of entertainment this happy couple.  Here are some hightlights
Mom's Procession: "Rondeau" by Mouret
Bridesmaids Procession:"Flower Duet" from "Lakme" by Delibes.  See video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUD5pdGrox4&list=UUcg1LVtU092kMsClSTUEoDA&index=16
Bride's Procession: "Hysteric" by The Yeah, Yeah Yeah's.  See video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYebvjjP1_k&list=UUcg1LVtU092kMsClSTUEoDA&index=15
Recession: "Somebody To Love" by Queen

See video os Steel Drums playing "Margaritaville" at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHamGaFXfpg&list=UUcg1LVtU092kMsClSTUEoDA&index=19

Intro Music; " You're My Best Friend"  Queen
Cake: "I will Not Take My Love Away" Matt Wertz
First Dance: "Book Of Love" Peter Gabriel
Bride & Dad: "Child Of Mine" Carole King
Bride & StepDad: "In My Daughters Eyes"  Martina McBride
Groom & Mom; "Stand By me"  Ben E. King

Bouquet Toss: “I Belong In Your Arms”  

Garter Removal  “Forever” 

Garter Toss “Heroes”           

Last Dance:  “Last Dance”  Donna Summer

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12/1/13 Schenley Gardens

I'm not sure who was the more important visitor - Mayor Luke Ravenstahl or Santa Claus - at this afternoon Holiday gathering.  It was nice to see old faces and make new friends.  Thanks to Bob abd Rose Marie for the invite.

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11/30/12 Market District Shadyside

Things were swinging in Shadyside as we played Holiday favorites all evening in the store.  Good times.

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Wedding Reception Music : Cake Cutting

CAKE CUTTING

This song plays while the bride and groom cut the cake in a symbolic gesture.  Some couples like this to be a fun experience and some others prefer this to be a more elegant moment.  The music that you choose will set the mood.

How Sweet It Is  - James Taylor

Sugar, Sugar – The Archies

I Can’t Help Myself – The Four Tops

The Sweetest Thing – U2

That’s Amore – Dean Martin

I Do – Colbie Caillat

Love And Marriage – Frank Sinatra

Ain’t That A Kick In the Head – Dean Martin

My Eyes Adored You – The Four Seasons

Bad Things – Jace Everett

Signed Sealed Delivered – Stevie Wonder

1, 2, 3, 4 – The Plain White Tees

Accidentally In Love – The Counting Crows

Better Together – Jack Johnson

I Wanna Grow Old – Adam Sandler

Wink And A Smile – Harry Connick Jr.

Never Gonna Be Alone – Nickelback

If Not For You – Bob Dylan

Candyman – Christina Aguilera

Lucky – Jason Mraz

Finiculi, Finicula

Love And Marriage - Frank Sinatra

Happy Together – The Turtles

Kisses And Cake - John Powell

O Mio Babbino Caro
I Can't Help Myself – The Four Tops

I'll Stand By You - The Pretenders

Angelina Zooma Zooma -  Louis Prima

I Only Have Eyes For You – The Flamingoes

The Wedding Song – Peter Paul and Mary

Jessica - Allman Brothers

Better Together - Jack Johnson

Today Was A Fairytale - The Damnwells

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30,000 views on YouTube

We hit a landmark last week when our YouTube Channel hit 30,000 views.  With recent addition as we now feature nearly 200 videos of dozens of different performers and groups. Check it out at http://www.youtube.com/user/svenjorgenson.  Enjoy !

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Wedding Reception Music: Songs for Bouquet Toss, Garter Toss

BOUQUET TOSS

A fun moment for the wedding guests is rounding up all the unmarried ladies for the bouquet toss.  Symbolically, the one who catches the bouquet will be the next to wed.  The music chosen for this event should get the attention of the guests.

Single Ladies – Beyonce 

If You Wanna Be My Lover – Spice Girls

Pretty Girl Rock

On The Floor – Jennifer Lopez

Chapel Of Love

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun - Cyndi Lauper

Doo Wah Diddy - Manfred Mann

I Do - Colbie Caillat

Hit Me With Your Best Shot – Pat Benatar

Take A Chance On Me - ABBA

GARTER REMOVAL

The groom removes the garter from the leg of the bride in an often raucous fashion.  The music chosen for this moment can really enhance it.  

Mission Impossible

The Way You Make Me Feel – Michael Jackson

Sex On Fire – Kings Of Leon

Stripper Theme

Cherry Pie – Warrant

Let’s Get It On – Marvin Gaye

When I Said I Do – Clint Black

Down in Mexico – Coasters

Danger Zone - Kenny Loggins

GARTER TOSS

As the groom tosses the garter to the unmarried men, the legend goes that the one who catches it will be the next to marry.  

Another One Bites The Dust – Queen

Macho Men – The Village People

Badd Boys – Inner Circle

Troublemaker – Weezer

GARTER EXCHANGE

Some couples include a moment where the man who caught the garter puts it on the leg of the lady who caught the bouquet. 

Into the Groove – Madonna

Freakum Dress – Beyonce

Like A Virgin – Madonna

Wild Thing – Tone Loc

Let’s Get It On – Marvin Gaye

Sexy and I Know It – LMFAO

Pony – Ginuwine

Another One Bites the Dust - Queen

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Crystal Strings and Harpist Thank You

"I wanted to let you know that the musical accompaniment to my parents' 50th wedding anniversary celebration was fabulous.  The party was held at Phipps Conservatory this past Saturday (Dec. 1).  Rachel Joseph strummed the harp beautifully for us and CrystalStrings (Crystal Lennartz) did a fantastic job with a terrific repertoire.  Thank you for playing a part in our celebration."

Ed Weir  December 1, 2012

Harpist Rachel Joseph for Cocktails

Crystal Strings Quartet for Dinner

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