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Harpists
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| Dania McDonald |
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Dania
McDonald Lane, Harpist, received a Bachelor’s Degree in Harp
Performance from the University of Georgia and continued with Master’s
Studies at the Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music in Ohio.
Well-known as an accomplished orchestral player as well as a
freelance artist, she is affiliated with many professional orchestras.
She has performed numerously with the Atlanta Symphony, Macon Symphony,
Columbus Symphony and served as Principal Harpist of the Northern
Kentucky Symphony and Cincinnati Philharmonic Orchestras in both an
ensemble and solo capacity. Dania has freelanced extensively for 20
years, developing a highly individual style with a wide variety of
repertoire. She works both as a soloist and can accompany flute, violin
or voice.
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| Marilynn
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Freelance Harp Soloist, specializing in weddings,
receptions, dinner parties, special events, from 1983 to present.
(Performed in over 600 weddings with a total of over 1000 solo
performances.) Harpist
on call for special events at Callaway Gardens, 1985 to present.
Private Harp Instructor, 1985 to present.
Founder and Director of The First Octave Harp Ensemble, July 2006
. Founder and Director of The Georgia Harp Ensemble, circa. 1999.
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Brenda
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Trained first as a classical pianist, Brenda began private harp study after college graduation. The beauty of the instrument itself and the unique sound it produces inspired her to develop a repertoire and style of playing suitable for private event venue. For over two decades she has enjoyed a busy freelance career both in the U.S. and in Switzerland, where she spent three years performing cocktail and dinner music in 5-star hotels such as "The Palace" in Gstaad and "The Metropole" in Geneva. In Atlanta she has played dinner music at the well-known "Abbey Restaurant" and for fashion shows at "Neiman-Marcus." In addition, she plays for approximately fifty weddings and/or receptions per year. With her classical background and her penchant for jazz and Latin rhythms, Brenda is able to provide appropriate music for any occasion.
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| Catherine Rogers |
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Harp music has been a
favorite choice of brides for centuries. The harp itself lends grace and beauty to any
setting. The variety of music from classical to popular will make your wedding uniquely
memorable by setting a mood of romance at the ceremony or light-hearted elegance at the
reception or rehearsal
party. A member of the Dekalb Symphony Orchestra and the American
Harp Society, Catherine Rogers has enjoyed extended engagements in many of Atlanta's finer
restaurants. She plays for weddings, receptions, conventions, parties, banquets, fashions
shows and musical theatre. Harp and flute or harp and violin duos are also available. |
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Brass Ensemble
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| Lanier Brass |
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The regal elegance of
brass music combined with the seasoned flexibility of experienced
professional musicians is the hallmark of the Lanier Brass Quintet. Having
compiled an extensive repertoire of Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Jazz,
and Popular works, the Lanier Brass Quintet is an ideal ensemble for
wedding ceremonies, commencements, dedications and other occasions of
grandeur and pomp. From the stateliness of the classics, to the excitement
of fanfares and marches, to the fun and frivolity of Dixieland, the lush
sonority of these brass instruments provides audiences with a range of
sounds and styles unmatched by any other chamber ensemble.
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Pianists
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| Sharon Scott |
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Sharon Scott…Elegant Music for your Wedding Ceremony. Music is such an important part of your wedding ceremony , and selections should be both personal and appropriate. You might prefer light classical, Christian music or even elegant show tunes. Traditional Jewish music might be called for. I'd be delighted to help you with your selections for a beautiful ceremony.
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| Jim Pearce |
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Jim Pearce has over 20 years of musical experience on piano
as a soloist and band leader. He has an incredible
music vocabulary and can handle most requests on the
spot. Jim has been the house pianist at The Georgian Club for 12 years, and has performed at countless weddings and private functions all over the
Southeast. Jim is very versatile and has a very easy
going personality. He can perform most piano
styles of instrumentals, as well as vocal standards.
Extremely popular and very reliable.
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| Beth Micheals |
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Atlanta based pianist/composer Beth Michaels has enchanted public and private gatherings for over ten years with her broad and varied musical repertoire. Adding just the right blend of talent and elegance to any affair, Ms. Michaels has become a noteworthy entertainment choice for some of Atlanta's finest social and intimate occasions. Beth has performed for such notables as Ted Turner, former Mayor Andrew Young, and President of
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Darryl Hartley-Leonard. She has created musical ambiance in many Atlanta locales ranging from the prestigious Fox Theatre's Egyptian Ballroom to the High Museum of Art. |
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| Dave Clarke |
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At
an early age David knew that he wanted to become a pianist. When he first
set eyes on his grandfathers Broadwood Piano back in 1978 at the age of 5
he sat down and played for hours. David's music teacher discovered
that he had perfect pitch (the ability to identify a note on the musical
scale without a single reference point) and it was not long before David
was using it to play tunes from the radio, television without music.
Being the performer that he always has been, if there is a piano at a bar,
restaurant, hotel or friends house you will always find him firmly placed
there on the piano stool behind it! |
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String Quartets
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Amadeus String Ensemble |
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The Amadeus String Ensemble is happy to assist you in selecting the music for your wedding ceremony and make it a fun and personal experience.
Our most requested ensemble is the string quartet. It produces a broad range of sounds and colors and creates the effect of a small orchestra that so many people love. A string trio or duet can also achieve the same goal, but on a smaller scale. Some of our brides prefer the sound of a flute or harp in combination with a violin to give it a different touch, while others find the bridal entrance with a trumpet fanfare to be a thrilling experience.
The choice of the ensemble can depend on your preference in sound, the venue size and number of guests, or budgetary requirements, and we will be glad to assist you in making the decision. |
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Amati Chamber Music
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Amati Chamber Musicians perform a variety of beautiful and lively music for small ensembles. Their repertoire includes Baroque, Classical, and Romantic music as well as popular favorites, such as show tunes and operatic selections. They are Atlanta-based professionals who perform regularly with chamber ensembles and orchestras throughout the Southeast. They perform with such organizations as the Atlanta Ballet, the Atlanta Opera, the Atlanta Symphony, the Gwinnett Philharmonic, the Georgia Sinfonia, and the symphonies of Alabama (Birmingham), Savannah, Augusta, Greenville (SC), Columbus, and Macon. |
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| Candlelight
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Christa Benoit-Fey began playing the
cello at age 13. Her early experience included playing in the Georgia
Academy of Music Cello Choir. On graduating from high school, Christa
received a full music scholarship from the University of Tennessee in
Chattanooga where she studied with Dr. James Stroud. After two years, she
transferred to the University of Georgia and studied with Dr. David
Starkweather. Christa has played with several orchestras across the USA such
as the La Jolla Symphony in San Diego, CA; University of the Pacific
Symphony in Stockton, CA; Cobb County Orchestra; UTC Symphony Orchestra, UGA
Symphony Orchestra, Orchestra Atlanta and the Georgia Philharmonic. She also
performs and manages the Candlelight String Quartet and does freelance work
in the Atlanta metro area. Christa is currently employed with Metro-Atlanta
Insurance Agency in Tucker where she is a Property & Casualty Agent.
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Poulenc String Quartet
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Founded
in 1994, the Atlanta based Poulenc String Quartet performs chamber music
for your special occasion. The
Poulenc String Quartet specializes in: Atlanta wedding music including
receptions and wedding ceremony music, corporate events, Atlanta special
events, birthday parties, anniversaries, church productions, and studio
work. Members of our
group have played or still play with the Atlanta Ballet, The Moody Blues,
Ray Charles and various symphonies from all over the United States and
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| Kazanetti
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Weddings,
parties, receptions or corporate events. Choose from a variety of
ensemble sizes (1-4 musicians) to best suit your budget. Kazanetti's
repertoire provides a great variety of musical styles, including Baroque,
Classical and Romantic music, as well as Broadway, Celtic, and Popular. |
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| Classical
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| Keith Gehle |
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The intimate poetry and charismatic virtuosity of the classical guitar have delighted and amazed music lovers for generations. Keith Gehle's entertaining repertoire covers a wide range of musical styles, from the well-known classics and pops to innovative arrangements and new compositions. He
pursues a multifaceted career as a concert guitarist, teacher, arranger, and composer. In addition to his guitar performance degree from The University of Georgia, he was also selected to participate in the 1991 master class of Grammy nominated guitarist Christopher Parkening at Montana State University. There, he was chosen by fellow students as one of six distinguished performers. |
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Eric Larkins
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Eric began his music training at the age of nine. After numerous
years of study on the trumpet, he was introduced to the guitar and fell in
love. His creative discipline includes performing and teaching
privately and as a faculty member of both the Gwinnett School of Fine Arts
and east Cobb Music Academy. He has studied under accomplished
musicians such as Ed Wier, Sasha Liznichuk, Rouzbeh Hoshmandy, Barry
Richman, and Jack Linge. |
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| Johnna Jeong |
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Johnna Jeong has been playing and exploring the guitar for nearly two decades. Her musical interest, influences and experiences range from Classical, Jazz, Latin and other music styles. She encompasses a multitude of musical genres in her playing as a soloist and in ensemble settings. |
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| Recorded Music |
| Spectrum DJs |
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Spectrum disc jockeys are experienced in providing music
for wedding ceremonies. A planning session is available to pick our
your desired selections.
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