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 | The most well known Bossa Nova song is “The Girl from Ipanema.” In it, the author describes an attractive girl walking down to the beach, and how she is the most striking girl that he has ever seen. This song personifies early Bossa Nova. It is beautiful, carefree, and noncommittal. These qualities, which Bossa Nova had been criticized for, are what made it a unique form of Latin music. It has been described as the music of the Brazilian middle and upper class because of its portrayal of a bohemian lifestyle that only they could enjoy. Bossa Nova originated in the fifties during a time of economic growth in Brazil. It came from the wealthy, cultured towns that were located near the beaches of Rio de Janeiro. Upper class... Click here to book Bossa Nova Music for your event! |
 | Funk originated in the 1960s in the African American communities and was highly influenced by the soul music of the day. James Brown, Sly and the Family Stone, and The Meters were all popular performers. Songs such as George Clinton’s “Atomic Dog,” James Brown’s “Sex Machine” and “I Feel Good” were all popular hits. It became its own definitive genre by the 1970s, with performers such as Rick James and his mega-hit “Super Freak” and Prince’s “I Wanna Be Your Lover.” The most remarkable aspect of Funk music is that its syncopated rhythms are easy to dance to, making it fun for weddings and other events. Funk uses complex rhythms while incorporating simple song structures. Powerful, rhythm-oriented instruments such as... Click here to book Funk Music for your event! |
 | Nomadic by nature, the Gypsies — or “Roma” — often include traveling entertainers. Fiddles often accompany gypsy music, and the music provides great entertainment, as was the intention of the traveling gypsy. Lautari is the Romanian term for a Roma musician. Many lautari traveled with string bands called taraf. Taraf usually included fiddles, cymbaloms, accordions, and double bass.... Click here to book Gypsy Music for your event! |
 | Celtic and Irish music are both genres of music that have originated in Western Europe. Both genres encompass an array of traditional music that share many commonalities. The most important instrument in both Irish and Celtic music is the fiddle. Irish music has been looked to by those in other countries wishing to return to their Irish/Celtic roots. Initially Celtic music originated in the Isle of Man, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany, Northumbria, Galicia, Cantabria and Asturias, and even northern Portugal. Irish and Scottish artists only produce music under the Celtic moniker when the market persists. The purpose of this music... Click here to book Irish / Celtic Music for your event! |
 | Italian is known as “the language of love” — or, in Italian — “la lingua di amore!” This expressive, romantic language has produced some of the most memorable and celebrated love songs of all time. Popular Italian love songs include “Innamorata (Sweetheart),” “Amore, Scusami (Excuse Me, Love),” “Viene Su (Say You Love Me, Too),” “Ritorna-Me (Return to Me),” and “O Solo Mio.” The music of Italy is diverse and eclectic. It is a broad spectrum, ranging from opera and classical music to contemporary popular music. Instrumental and vocal music... Click here to book Italian Music for your event! |
 | Famous Jazz musicians include Louis Armstrong, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker and Charles Mingus. Hailing from early 20th century New Orleans, Jazz is a highly artistic and sophisticated form of music. Groups of self-taught African-American musicians who led funeral processions in New Orleans played an influential role in the development of early Jazz. This classic style of... Click here to book Jazz Music for your event! |
 | A style of music that is intrinsically Jewish, the name “Klezmer” comes from the combination of the Hebrew words clay and zimmer. Put together the words mean “vessel of music or song.” The idea of Klezmer music is that the instruments (such as the violin and clarinet) would be personified through emotions, such as soulful wailing or joyous laughter. Click here to book Jewish / Klezmer Music for your event! |
 | One of the strongest influences on Latin American music — or “Latin music” — is African music. This influence can be seen throughout its various genres, as the basis for music ranging from the Cuban Rumba, the Puerto Rican Bomba and Plena, the Colombian Cumbia, and the Brazilian Samba, which influenced Bossa Nova and Tango music. The... Click here to book Latin Music for your event! |
 | Rock and roll is fun, exciting music which is excellent when played at parties and events. Influenced by the blues, country, and R&B, rock music is an amalgamation of different sounds which, when combined, changed the face of music for years to come. Rock pioneers such as Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Kinks, the... Click here to book Rock & Roll Music for your event! |
 | Popular ska and ska-influenced musicians include the Mighty Mighty Bosstones, No Doubt, Sublime, Reel Big Fish, Less Than Jake, the Aquabats, Fishbone, Save Ferris, Operation Ivy, and the Toasters. Ska music is typically characterized by drumbeats on the second and fourth beat, in four-quarters time, with the guitar hitting chords on the second, third, and fourth beat. Traditional ska bands... Click here to book Ska Music for your event! |
 | Swing Music experienced a brief but extremely popular revival in the nineties thanks to popular groups like the Brian Setzer Orchestra, Royal Crown Revue, Cherry Poppin’ Daddies, Squirrel Nut Zippers, and the Big Bad Voodoo Daddies. The Swing revival was given impetus by films such as “Swing Kids” starring Christian Bale (1993), and “Swingers” starring Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau (1996). Popular first-generation Swing musicians and band-leaders include: Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Glenn Miller, Louis Armstrong, Roy Eldridge, Harry Edison, Count Basie, Earl Hines, Art Tatum, Oscar Peterson, Teddy Wilson, and Jelly Roll Morton. Also known as Swing... Click here to book Swing Music for your event! |
 | Popular Tango artists include Carlos Gardel, the celebrated band leader, Francisco Canaro, 020, and Tanghetto. Tango dancing and its accompanying music have been made popular by feature films since the 1920’s with Rudolph Valentino. More recently, it has been featured in films such as “Last Tango in Paris” (1972), “Strictly Ballroom” (1992), and “Chicago” (2002). Tango originated in Argentina in the late 1800’s. It is a form of Latin Music, which developed from street music played by immigrants who lived in Buenos Aires and Montevideo. It is said that Tango is the music of Argentinian immigrants. However, it took... Click here to book Tango Music for your event! |
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