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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! :)
"This was the first Heart Ball that I attended where the dance floor was still full during the last dance.
That is an indication that the crowd loved the band.
I had so many compliments about your band. Thank you for providing a night of wonderful music. You and your band are the best. I'm sure I will see you at the next Heart Ball.."
Ed Franczyk, Chair - American Heart Association Ball
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"not many bands can go from Sweet Caroline, Bon Jovi & Nelly in the same night!... Everyone loved you guys... thanks for a GREAT job!" - U.S. Congressman Tim Ryan READ MORE BAND REVIEWS
“John Parker Band played for our wedding, and they were absolutely fantastic!
They kept the party going all night. Everyone is still raving about them months later.
John was very quick to respond to emails and calls, and he was very accommodating to our requests.
I highly recommend them!”
-- Annie Otaibi
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“The John Parker Band is the best wedding band.
I had been to a few other weddings where they performed and it was an easy decision to have them play at our wedding.
We were not disappointed”
-- Ryan & Kristin Mageras
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"John is definitely a professional and knows his business!!
We could not have asked for a better emcee.
And the John Parker Band has great talent, great stage presence and made the reception a party worth remembering!!”
-- Pamela Orr
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"I have never seen our group so excited with lots of our guests staying at the party to the very end ... Begging you to play more. You and your band were absolutely wonderful. The range of different songs you are able to play is amazing. You really helped make our final formal evening a huge success!!! I really hope we are able to have you return. Hopefully, we will be able to hear you again before our next conference.. Thank you so much!" -- Nancy Greenleaf - Greenleaf Corporation 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
"..we got nothing but rave reviews of your band at the wedding! Rachel and Jeremy were just blown away by your amazing repertoire. We were all very glad to have booked your band to play that night. Thanks for helping to make the evening a huge success! Rachel got exactly what she wanted--everyone dancing all night! We will definitely recommend you highly to our friends.." -Rebecca Beck MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
“Hey John-
it was a great night & you made it happen!
Another amazing party
you are the BEST!”
-- Peggy & Steve
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"thank you again for such a great night at our wedding
it was a fantastic evening & the ceremony music was beautiful
We really think you guys did such a great job and are going to make a playlist of the songs you played at the wedding! Thanks again!"
-- Dr. Ryan & Mrs. Jess Scully
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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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"We have received SO many compliments on the band! You and your team were unbelievable. We are so happy we were able to have you at our wedding. You truly outdid yourself and turned our wedding into an unforgettable event. Thank you for everything!" - Mary Long-Muffly READ MORE JP 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! :)
"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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"..John always makes our weddings unforgettable.
All of our guests still rave about the music and John. Everything was perfect.
Thank you again for making our wedding so personable and amazing."
--Kim Stephens
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"Hi John,
Thank you so much for an amazing night!!
You guys were awesome, everyone had so much fun.
We really appreciate everything, and hope to see you at friends weddings in the future!
Emily and Colin"
-- Mr & Mrs Colin and Emily Gleason
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"We absolutely loved having you play at our wedding - you were fantastic!!!
Everyone thought so and we're still getting compliments on you and how fun everything was.
Thank you so much for making it a wonderful and fun night!!"
- Kelly & John Ross
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“The John Parker Band's talent and energy cannot be beat.
Family members who often stay on the sideline were on their feet dancing.
The band had a great selection of music, knew what songs to play to keep the party going, they listened to our requests and had great crowd work.”
-- Matthew & Margaret Connolly
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“John, you and band were absolutely outstanding! We received SO many positive comments from the beginning of the evening and thereafter.
The time you took to meet with us personally to plan the evening showed your intense professionalism which delivered a memorable wedding reception that kept everyone engaged from beginning to end.
Thank you for making the reception such a big success!”
-- Ken Senatore
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“Everything was amazing and all of our friends loved the band so much!!
So many people are already saying they are having you at their weddings!!!
I was so SO glad that everyone danced and had a total blast!!”
-- Dana & Brian Hurst
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"John is definitely a professional and knows his business!!
We could not have asked for a better emcee.
And the John Parker Band has great talent, great stage presence and made the reception a party worth remembering!!”
-- Pamela Orr
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We had John's full band at The Duquesne Club for 250+ people.
The Band was the high lite & played every type of music that the guests asked for ... and played it well...
Some of the guests were from Washington DC and NYC-- they loved John and said the band was better than any band they had heard before -- AND I AGREE !!!
-- Lynn Foltz
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"What a wonderful job you did to make a memorable evening for the Debs at the Cinderella ball.
My family and the committee felt that you had a nice mix of very current music and also oldies but goodies. In a crowd of all ages, that makes it a must which was obvious by the number of people dancing.
We also want to let you know how much we appreciated how well you were received by the whole group thank you to you & the band for all your efforts in making an enjoyable night.."
Nancy Schafer, Chair - Cinderella Debutante Ball
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"I couldn't have asked for a better band for the best night of our lives!!!
Not only did he do an amazing job with the music selection but he also was a great MC (kept the reception moving, upbeat and a ton of fun).
Prior to the wedding John and I went through the entire reception- he gave advice, recommendations, went over pronunciation of everyone's names and gave me so much peace of mind that I left the conversation knowing that the reception would be amazing and I didn't have to worry about a thing"
-- Catie Clar
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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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