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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! :)
"John, What a great evening, thanks to your entertainment!
I knew you had things under control. Everyone loved the music, from the cocktail hour to the grand finale, it was just perfect.
People didn't want to leave. I'm sure our friends will be asking for a referral when their time comes for an event, and we will gladly refer you.
We look forward to hearing your talent again soon Thank you!"
-- Marty Knable
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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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"...you kept the room rocking, and I am still getting compliments about how great you were.
My sister-in-law originally was hoping for a DJ because she thinks that they are always better (in her mind). But AFTER the wedding, she was sold on a live band — as long as it is YOU! We could not have been happier!
Thank you for doing a great job and helping to make the wedding so much fun!.."
Barbara Eichenlaub
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"My guests rave about two things about my wedding, my Bride.. and John Parker!!
By far the easiest vendor for us to work with, John is well mannered, very conscientious & a consummate professional. He was always available for calls, questions and returned emails quickly.
Oh, and his band is the BEST. His performance kept the dance floor humming all night. Great mix of the classics and brand new top hits all mixed with our requests.
He also handled the music for our ceremony, cocktail hour and played emcee. A++++"
-- Justin & Jamie Moran
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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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"The evening was quite a success!
I will pass along all the information from everyone who participated in the Ball this year to next year's chairs.
You were absolutely wonderful to work with and I am most appreciative!"
Betsy Teti - Cinderella (Debutante) Ball
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"...We had a great time, John.
Our friends were just raving about you. Thanks again for an awesome evening!.."
"... we had an amazing time and our friends LOVED the music!..."
-- Jamison & Laura Herda
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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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“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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"..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
"all our single wedding guests are ready to book you for their own weddings.
You’re simply the best!
Thanks for being a genuine and easy-going MC, for bringing such a talented, talented band to bring the wedding reception to life, and for providing top-notch service all the way through.
You brought all the fun and allayed any stress.
We’re groupies for life!"
-- Megan & Robert Shenk
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“John, We cannot THANK YOU enough for all that you did for us!!!!
I cannot even believe how perfect our day was. Our guests had a blast and they are still raving about how fun you all made the night.
We cannot wait to recommend you to everyone and we hope to see you at our friends' weddings in the future :) ”
-- Tyler and MaKayla Hegburg
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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! :)
“John, We cannot THANK YOU enough for all that you did for us!!!!
I cannot even believe how perfect our day was. Our guests had a blast and they are still raving about how fun you all made the night.
We cannot wait to recommend you to everyone and we hope to see you at our friends' weddings in the future :) ”
-- Tyler and MaKayla Hegburg
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"We had SUCH a blast at the wedding and absolutely loved having you and the band there! Our friends and family raved about how amazing you were and we thought the same. Thank you for everything!! -- Jonah & Alisa Paul READ MORE JOHN PARKER BAND REVIEWS
"...We just wanted to thank you for doing such a tremendous job on Saturday!
The dance floor was “moving” all evening and everyone young and old showed their dancing “skills”
Again, thank you for being a part of Laura and Jamison’s wedding at Edgewood CC!
Hope to dance with “you” again soon..."
-- Penny & Paul McKenna
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“WOW!!! Just WOW!!!Absolutely Phenomenal !
I hired the John Parker Band.. and I cannot say enough about them. They were amazing. I have attended a few weddings this year and none of the Bands compare.
The guests started dancing after dinner and never stopped. I mean never stopped!
We asked John to continue and he did. He never tired and the party just kept going. They are just fabulous!!!”
-- Isolina Pendergast
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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 cannot thank you enough..
You really made the reception energetic and fun.
You made our wedding reception the party of the year!
Everyone is still raving about you guys months later! - Thanks again!"
-- Zach & Annie Otaibi
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“We had an unbelievable time..
you guys were fantastic - I give you great reviews
& would be happy to recommend to anyone who asks.
Thanks again!”
-- Kristin & Ryan
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“My husband and I are THRILLED with our wedding day and all of the services John provided. He and the whole band are incredibly talented people! We had a blast!!
Not only did the John provide an incredibly fun atmosphere at our wedding, he ensured that everything was just perfect and organized, which delighted this very Type A bride :)
If you want him to play at your event, BOOK. HIM. NOW. He's awesome, and you don't want to miss his available dates!!!”
-- Heidi Masters
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"John, Everyone kept just raving about your performance!
You REALLY did a great job of entertaining and getting everyone to participate in the fun.
I wish I would have had even more time to dance and enjoy your music.
Hope to see you again sometime soon!"
-- Sue Wehar
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"all our single wedding guests are ready to book you for their own weddings.
You’re simply the best!
Thanks for being a genuine and easy-going MC, for bringing such a talented, talented band to bring the wedding reception to life, and for providing top-notch service all the way through.
You brought all the fun and allayed any stress.
We’re groupies for life!"
-- Megan & Robert Shenk
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John Parker and Band are not only extraordinary musicians but the ultimate professionals in the music industry.
John's attention to details and service are second to none.
He had everyone up and dancing the entire evening. I highly recommend them!!
-- Diane Pion
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"wanted to let you know how unreal of a time we and everyone had!
I honestly can’t even explain to you how much everyone loved it. everyone still talks about it still and how amazing you and the band were. My brother said he just enjoyed watching you and watching everyone have so much fun.
Thank you so much. Everything was perfect and we couldn’t of asked for anything more. You guys made the night unforgettable. Thank you!!
Molly and Johnny"
-- Molly & John Leonard
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