August was another great month for the Brandywine Valley Talent dance band, Jellyroll. Here is a quick recap of some amazing weddings that we performed:
August 1: Jellyroll performed at The Merion for the wedding of Anne Curtis to Brian Himmer. A highlight of the evening may have been Jellyroll’s rendition “I Just Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You” (Lady Antebellum). This was the couple’s first dance, a song that we learned specifically for Anne and Brian. Here is a link to a short video, compliments of Mark Louis Photography.
August 8: Jellyroll returned to the Crystal Tea Room. The Crystal Tea Room, operated by Finley Catering, is a Favorite venue of Jellyroll!
August 14: It is always a pleasure to perform at a friend’s wedding, and this was no exception. We had the honor of performing for a very close friend and a great vocalist, Jackie Lamparelli, for her wedding as she married a great guy, Ben Neville. The wedding took place at Atlantic City Country Club.
August 15: We always enjoy the opportunity to perform at a unique venue, and this was the first time Jellyroll performed at The Mill At Spring Lake. Jim Costeira married Kristin McCullock at this Jersey shore venue. Here is a testimonial from Kristin’s mom, Karen: “Thank you for an amazing job at my daughter’s wedding on 8/15. We received so many compliments on you, and everyone said this was the best wedding they had ever attended. “Evergreen” is a memory my husband and I will cherish forever”.
August 21: Jellyroll returned to North Hills Country Club, where general Manager, Jason Equi, tends to every detail. Mary Holden married Go Ozeni with Jellyroll providing a high energy soundtrack. A highlight of the evening was the Bride and Groom’s entrance with Jellyroll performing “Rapper’s Delight” while the Bridal party performed a choreographed dance. It was totally cool to participate in something this unusual. The guests were immediately engaged and danced throughout the evening.
August 22: Once again, Jellyroll had the honor of performing for people that they got to know very well at the Thacher wedding held at the Mendenhall Inn. The dance floor was jammed and the Mendenhall staff, as always, made our job a true pleasure!
August 28: Jellyroll had the honor of performing at The Union League’s Patricia Tobin’s wedding, which was held at The Union League. Jellyroll performed a great version of “Night and Day” for the couple’s first dance and kept the crowd dancing in a cocktail recetion formatted wedding. As always, the Union League did an incredible job. Our friend, Mike Leslie was their phographer, so please keep an eye out for some great new photos.
August 29: The Rittenhouse Hotel is absolutely one of the most impeccable venues at which we perform, and the wedding of Beth Levitsky to Mark Friedel was just another great example. Jellyroll provided the ceremony, cocktail hour and dance music at the wonderful wedding. Cliff Mautner was photographer and Tim Sudall from Video One was on video. Party Productions provided the beautiful decor. As always, Jellyroll worked closely with Allison and Bruce from the Rittenhouse and the wedding was an incredible, exciting success.
Here is what Beth’s mom, Ina had to say afterward:
“Thank you for making Beth and Mark’s wedding absolutely spectacular. Your band exceeding all of my expectations. Jellyroll is truly the BEST band anywhere! There was not one guest (from mid 20’s to mid 80’s) who didn’t stop me to tell me what and incredible band you are. Your music during the meal was beautiful, your vocalists unbelievably talented, and your dance music was awesome. There was no one at that party that wasn’t dancing all night. Your music made the party the memorable success that it was.
Thank you again.”
Brandywine Valley Talent is proud to have been part of both of the Engel sisters’ weddings. On July 26, 2009, Jellyroll performed at the beautiful wedding of Christina Engel and Kevin Langenstrauss. It is always great to work with our friends and this was no exception, with Dave Williams of DVideography on video, John Tannock on photography and of course, it is always a pleasure working with the great Curtis Center staff.
Here is the recap movie by DVideography:
Here are some photos that John was kind enough to send us:
Jellyroll is thrilled to announce that the band will perform on New Years Eve (12/31/09) at the Concordville Inn. This event is open to the public and is sure to sell out soon so please call 610-358-9400 for reservations.
Not only will you enjoy the sounds of Jellyroll, but you will have the opportunity to savor the Concordville Inn’s great food and drink. Click here for the party details including menu and pricing.
Jellyroll was once again Main Line Today Magazine’s “Best Of The Main Line” winner in the live entertainment category. The Best Of The Main Line party was held on July 23rd at Drexelbrook in Drexel Hill, PA with Jellyroll performing as the headline act. Over 2,000 guests enjoyed the sounds of Jellyroll, Philadelphia’s renowned party dance band. Surprise guest and former Philadelphia Eagles star Vai Sikahema, currently with NBC sports, hosted the event, and then surprised us all by sittimg in as guest Jellyroll drummer!
One week later, Jellyroll performed at The Chase Center on the Wilmington, DE waterfront to an even larger crowd for the “Best of Delaware” event, again, as the headline act.
Enjoy these photos:
Jellyroll 2009 Best of Main Line
Jellyroll horn section
Jellyroll drummer Gary Brennan & Vai Sikahema
Jellyroll's Kurt Titchenell with Vai Sikahema
Many people have been asking me if the Sid Miller Dance Band will be performing at a public venue so they can come out to check us out. The last time we performed at a public venue was in January of this year when we provided dance music for the Auto Show Black Tie Gala. So, I am very excited and pleased to announce that the Sid Miller Dance Band will be performing at the Octo Club on Friday night, August 28. We will be doing three shows from 10PM to 1:30AM. The Octo Club is located on Delaware Avenue at Vine Street (211 N. Columbus Boulevard). It’s beautiful outdoor restaurant/club. We hope to see you there!
