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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! :)
“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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"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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“You are one of the main reasons our day was perfect and we are forever thankful for that.
We had such a fun time and even our out-of-town guests wanted the name of your band.
I cannot thank you enough for how nice you are and how talented & amazing you and your band are!
Words truly cannot describe how thankful we are :)”
-- Maura and Nik
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“We had a great time, John.
You and your band made the entire wedding
Thank you so much!”
-- Steve & Kathryn Liberatore
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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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“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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"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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"...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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"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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John- We have returned from Belize, but are still trying to believe that everything really happened.
Every conversation that we have with friends and family who were in attendance involves you and your band. You all were really incredible! We can not wait to see the videos and the photos to relive that night.
Thank you so much for everything, wishing you the best!
-- -Zach and Cara Carter
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"You guys were INCREDIBLE! There are no words, honestly.
I cannot tell you how many people asked where we found you guys… because everyone wants to have you play at their wedding too!
I truly cannot thank you and your band enough for making our day absolutely amazing. I have never been to a wedding where when the lights turn on at the end of the night the dance floor was full, but you did tell me that would be the case and you did not disappoint.
Thank You, thank you, thank you, Bri "
-- Brianna & AJ Leahey
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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
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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 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 absolutely can't thank you enough for the wonderful music at our wedding!!
Thanks to you, everyone had a wonderful time, and SO many people have told us that you guys were the best band they've ever seen at a wedding!"
- Wallis McMillin - bride
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"...I had so many people approach me that night, referring to the band, saying "best....decision....of your life".
I might argue that my new husband was the BEST decision, but you and your band were definitely a close second.
You far exceeded our expectations and the chatter continues about how amazing you were.
Things like "he is a blessing" says it all..."
- Emily Hodge
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"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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“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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"You guys were INCREDIBLE! There are no words, honestly.
I cannot tell you how many people asked where we found you guys… because everyone wants to have you play at their wedding too!
I truly cannot thank you and your band enough for making our day absolutely amazing. I have never been to a wedding where when the lights turn on at the end of the night the dance floor was full, but you did tell me that would be the case and you did not disappoint.
Thank You, thank you, thank you, Bri "
-- Brianna & AJ Leahey
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"LOVED the band and everything you did! Thank you so very much for MAKING the party !!
We are getting so many compliments and people are raving about you! Many thanks!!"
-- Rhonda Magdsick
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"You and your band were FANTASTIC!"
"You sounded great, and you were a pleasure to work with."
-- Alli Frymoyer
PITTSBURGH OPERA
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"John, thank you again!
Thanks to you the party could not have been more of a success!
The guests that heard you before knew what to expect,
those that hadn't raved about you after the party.
Thanks again!
-- Tom Walsh
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