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"Motion picture" looking band videos (not ours -ha ha) are recorded on sound stages, with big light shows & effects - then lip-synced to previously recorded audio while the video part is being filmed. There's NOTHING at all wrong with that - it's exactly how videos on channels like MTV are made by VERY talented people.
BUT, that's often not how it's going to look or sound at YOUR event. And you're not hiring a "movie" - you're hiring a BAND.
Does your venue have (or will YOU rent) that big of a stage? Does the Band include all that "stuff"? - those lights? Do they bring ANY of it? The answer is almost always "NO" - not without paying many thousands of $$ to someone to bring all that stuff in.
...so… while our videos are nowhere near as "Hollywood-like" as others - our band sound IS being recorded while the videos are shot ..meaning that's how we sound! (AND we bring the lighting effects that we show too)
We respectfully submit our videos show a realistic & accurate impression of what you are actually going to get with us at YOUR event - as opposed to a staged look that just isn't realistic, without piling on $$ for lots of extra "stuff"
And, that we will sound this way at YOUR event too! ...Most of our clients say our videos don't do us justice... We think that's a LOT better than seeing a band that looks like Hollywood & then getting a "garage band" that leaves your guests going for earplugs. Don't you agree?
It doesn't hurt to know what to expect! :)
“Just the best! We danced the entire night, so much fun!
Today is my one year anniversary and my guests still come up to me to say how much fun our wedding was.
John was just great fun and so easy to work with!"
-- Mary Lewis
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"I knew the band I picked would make or break a good wedding.
Your name was brought up every time I asked anyone involved with weddings.
John, it is impossible for me to thank you enough, nor is it
possible for me to describe in words how absolutely great
your performance was. other than to say YOU MADE MY
DAUGHTERS WEDDING EVERYTHING WE HOPED
IT WOULD BE AND MUCH, MUCH MORE !!!!!..."
Dick Stephens
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"We had a memorable time and your band is a key element of our memories. It was a great party!
Thank you for the Italian music you played - that was well received by everyone.
I commend you on your professionalism in doing business with you and exceeding our expectations in providing great music for our wedding reception. Everyone has stated to us "Let's do it again!"
Ron & Sesti Fish
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“thanks for the FANTASTIC job you did..
I am still receiving countless texts, calls, & comments from guests about how much they enjoyed the wedding and that your band was so personable, professional, and AWESOME!
Our photographer told us at the end of the night that you were absolutely the best band she has ever heard and she wants to put you at the top of her preferred vendor list.”
Thank you for sharing your incredible talent with us.. Having you as our band turned our wedding into the best!
-- Marcia McGinley
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"You guys were absolutely fabulous!!
You all were everything and more and you made our wedding day truly the most fun day of our lives.
Everyone loved you all and you were the talk of each day after (even the 4th party we had). I will tell everyone to go give you all 5 stars & honestly you deserve more.
Many many thanks and hope to see you again!"
-- Mike and Katrina Wagner
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"...We would like to say THANK YOU! You and your band made our wedding awesome. Everyone was raving about you and your band's talents. From your range, depth, and selection everyone had a great time....Several couples have already approached us about contacting your band in the future. Just like the website shows and our guests did too, you guys get people out there on the dance floor having fun and letting loose, wanting to get a picture and sing with you. We can't convey in words truly what a wonderful day we had and reception with your band's performance. We really do hope to see your band in the future many times at weddings or perhaps other events. You are a sincere, genuine person and a pleasure to work with during our wedding stress, and not to mention an amazing performer. We would be happy to recommend you to anyone..." - Kevin & Lindsay Mullaney
"The John Parker Band has proven to be top-notch at every event he's played at for friends and family.
They have a variety of music to please any event. Personable and engaging and always pleasing the bride and groom"
-- Karen Marshall
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"Thank YOU John! You all were wonderful. Rodney and I were adamant about having good food and good music, but we went back and forth about the amount of money we were going to be spending… we paid for almost everything ourselves, and have been saving every penny possible so that our wedding was our dream. ...we both agreed that it was money well spent. Everyone raved about you, and I believe you will be contacted by others that were at our wedding for weddings coming up in their families. Thank you again…" Hillary Morgan READ MORE JPBAND REVIEWS
"John:
The performance by you and your band was over the top and the perfect complement to our celebration.
We very much appreciate all you did and the extra performance time.
People were just not ready to leave and that is a good sign.
Thank you!"
-- Jim & Sue
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"I wanted to write you a little note to say thanks for being a huge part of the wedding this past Friday evening.
You and your band brought so much light and excitement to the party.
You did a fantastic job in making the wedding special and guests are still raving about how good the band was. You will forever be a bright spot in our wedding memories.
Thanks again"
-Gary & Monica Maditz
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You don't know how many people told us that it was the BEST Wedding they have ever been to!!!! We thank all of YOU for that. You guys are the best!!!! -Rob & Jamie Jones MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"Hi John, Thank YOU! We were excited that you were able to perform for Anne’s wedding and Dan’s party. I have one simple requirement for a fabulous party: The John Parker Band! The dance floor was always packed, and no one wanted to leave. People were complementing ME, when all I did was call YOU. How can I take credit for that?! Even non-dancers were up there dancing. So many commented on your talent, range of songs, and that the music never stopped for a break. So thanks for making the party such a fun success!.." -- Barb Eichenlaub READ MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
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At events, people that shoot video on their phones have NO idea where to stand so it doesn't sound weird, or look dark - but we're NOT going to send out some cameraman to interrupt people's events! - So... we take what we get & just have to accept what's here is not great sounding or looking.
Also, sometimes people seem to like to record the most "interactive" moments, like JP singing to the crowd, or the guests acting goofy, etc... and accordingly, that's a lot of what you see here. While those moments are unquestionably fun - all the video of it might leave the impression that's all we do - While nothing could be further from the truth.
There's a time & place for that kind of thing - please trust we have the common sense to know when that's the case! :)
"...we could not have been happier with you and your band. Our family and friends are still talking about how much fun the band was.
I thought you would like what we did when you performed Bohemian Rhapsody haha. Our group is also just a bit silly so it is the perfect storm when you add an open bar to the mix.
We did have a videographer and he said he got us both playing with the band on Don't Stop Believing!
and Many thanks for helping us coordinate everything. It was a true success and we had an awesome time!
-- Andrew and Jackie Yamarick
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"Everything was absolutely amazing from the wedding...
..all of our family and friends couldn't stop raving about your band. Thank you again for everything you did.
We really appreciate the incredible atmosphere you provided. Thank you so much again!"
-- Brett & Megan Moorman
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Thanks so much to you and the band.
Everyone had an amazing time and your band was the perfect addition to the night. You all sounded great!
I look forward to the next time our path's cross. Thanks again!
Best,B.A.
-- B.A. Silah - Perelman School of Medicine and Wharton Business School
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"...I have been attending these reunions for years, and have NEVER seen such a positive response to the entertainment.
One problem, the beer truck complained that beer sales were down sharply while you were playing, due to the high number of people dancing :)
I hope that someday we get the opportunity to work together again, you have a great team..."
- Lew Shepherd
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“I cannot thank John Parker and his band enough!
He and the JP Band were incredible at the wedding last weekend —dancing was non-stop and so much fun!!
He also arranged for an acoustical guitarist for the cocktail hour who was also amazing!
He is absolutely THE BEST!!”
-- Renee & Kyle Anthony
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“thanks for the FANTASTIC job you did..
I am still receiving countless texts, calls, & comments from guests about how much they enjoyed the wedding and that your band was so personable, professional, and AWESOME!
Our photographer told us at the end of the night that you were absolutely the best band she has ever heard and she wants to put you at the top of her preferred vendor list.”
Thank you for sharing your incredible talent with us.. Having you as our band turned our wedding into the best!
-- Marcia McGinley
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“thank you and your band members for a thoroughly professional and extremely enjoyable experience.
We continue to hear raves on your performance from our friends and family. The dance floor was never empty, which speaks to you and your band.
There are many things that I will remember from the wedding, and you and your band will definitely be among them”
-- Tom & MaryAnn Lubejeski
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“We used John Parker Band for our wedding and they were absolutely amazing!!
John made us feel at ease by talking through the timeline leading up to the wedding and did a perfect job as MC — fun, professional, and classy.
He gave us some very helpful recommendations along the way while listening to what we wanted. They played the music we liked, read the crowd well to keep everyone dancing, and had everyone having fun the whole night!
We continue to get compliments from our guests. We couldn’t be happier that we booked John Parker Band...we HIGHLY recommend booking them!”
-- Ted & Leslie Hanks
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"...Thank you so SO SO much for an amazing night!!!
Our guests were IN LOVE with you and your band- they all said it was the best band they had ever seen/heard at any wedding and in general.
You truly made the night and we could never thank you enough..."
-Katie Corsini
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“thanks for the FANTASTIC job you did..
I am still receiving countless texts, calls, & comments from guests about how much they enjoyed the wedding and that your band was so personable, professional, and AWESOME!
Our photographer told us at the end of the night that you were absolutely the best band she has ever heard and she wants to put you at the top of her preferred vendor list.”
Thank you for sharing your incredible talent with us.. Having you as our band turned our wedding into the best!
-- Marcia McGinley
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"John,
You did a great job and I bet you will receive a lot of referrals.
You could not have done a better job and been more professional.
The most asked question that I was asked was "How did you find such a fabulous band".
Thanks Again"
-- Ralph Ruffolo
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"Everyone had a wonderful time and raved about how great your band was.
...every aspect of the wedding exceeded our hopes and expectations. It truly was the celebration we were hoping for.
Please let the band know how much everyone we appreciated them and enjoyed their performance.
-- Dr. & Mrs. Gary & Carol Schurman
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