"I have been meaning to message you directly also to thank you. What you produced the night of our wedding was nothing short of magical - and I do not say this lightly. I am very happy to hear the band enjoyed the evening - I think their enjoyment and energy showed through their music. The feedback we have had from guests is overwhelming, particularly that the band and the singer (I don't remember his name) was the best they have ever heard at a wedding. You guys nailed the performance. I am so happy that we decided to do a live version, you could not have gotten the same energy and vibe with just a recording / original version. Your two sets were also perfect. There were a few times that we all stopped in the marquee to listen and appreciate the music, particularly My Way - I remember looking around and quite a few people were singing along! I think another sign of a success of a wedding is the number of people on the dance floor, and there was not an empty space during the second set. The amount of people of all ages dancing was a true highlight for me as we wanted this to be a wedding that everyone would enjoy - not just us." Alexa"
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"We thoroughly enjoyed a stylish and musically high-level jazz performance. For our 50th anniversary, we were looking for an elegant jazz band, and this all-round Jazz Quartet exceeded our expectations. The communication beforehand was smooth and clear, which immediately gave us a reassuring feeling in the run-up to our event. On the day itself, the band members arrived well ahead of time at the Atomium—professional and well prepared. Their performance, in their classy dress code, was atmospheric and musically of a very high standard, striking exactly the right tone for this festive occasion. The music added an extra touch of class to the evening and was greatly appreciated by all our guests. In short: reliable, professional, and above all musically excellent. Highly recommended for anyone looking for quality live jazz!"
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"Where do I begin? In a nutshell, Mike Goudreau Trio put our event over the top. He communicated with me prior to the event to iron out the details, they arrived promptly to set up, and my guests are still commenting on how wonderful their music was! I used Gig Masters for the first time, and they delivered the best! Mike, you and your group made my parents anniversary party extra special. I told you in person, but once again you did an amazing job. Anyone looking for a talented, reliable, exceptional group for their event should look no further than Mike Goudreau!!! See you at our next family gathering. Your fan and very satisfied client, "
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"So happy that I got to experience the perfect duo, they attended my fundraiser for willowbrook hospice. Everyone commented on how well suited they were and that the music was beautiful. So nice to have a duo that you can hear and enjoy. Highly recommend them and hope to use them for future parties etc."
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"My husband and I heard you sing, “I Want to be Your Teddy Bear,” and we were hooked. Then you sang, “No More Drama,” and we are still driving home and I found your music!!! These songs are making my birthday weekend special !!! Thank You!"
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"Awesome sound. Had the ladies dancing. Both the cover songs and the bands originals were engrossing."
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"Matt booked One Eyed Cats for their event Dear Lewis & The One Eyed Cats, We just want to say thank you for the brilliant job you did at our wedding in Cley in Norfolk. We absolutely loved hearing you there - you were such an integral part of the day and you definitely didn't disappoint. Good Luck With The Future. YOU ROCK! Matt & Deborah Armitage"
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"They're back! You loved them last time and we heard you loud and clear! Shade Dogz are coming back to perform at Backwaters... Let's show them that Lake Harding love all over again. Let's pack the house! Grab your friends, family and enjoy a night of great entertainment! See you there!"
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"We and our guests have enjoyed your performance very much. I myself but also the other musicians among our guests were impressed by the quality of your playing but also your enthusiasm was experienced as very positive. You have played magnificently to our needs and contributed significantly to the success of our party evening. Next time we hope that you can be there again!"
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"Engaging professional We used Marco for a 50th birthday If you use Marco you will not be disappointed-highly recommend "
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"Beacon Street Jazz was Wonderful! Jeff, your talent and dedication to your craft were evident, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Your tone was rich and full, which brought the pieces to life. Your stage presence was confident and engaging. You covered all of the Genre's, and played songs that everyone could enjoy. You connected well with the audience, making the performance even more captivating. Several people told us how much they enjoyed listening to you. You were the perfect person/ Saxophonist for our Daughter's Cocktail Hour at her Wedding Reception. Should we ever need another saxophonist, we will definitely be calling Jeff."
Reply by Beacon Street Jazz - Jeff Moyer
Thanks so very much for the kind thoughts and words Abbie. It was truly my pleasure to be a part of Zach & Bexlie's special day and I really enjoyed the dinner and meeting many of your family and friends. Best Regards, Jeff Moyer (Beacon Street Jazz)
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"Thank you so much for taking such good care of us. Everything went smoothly. We had a party we'll look back on fondly, and thanks in part to the music, it became something we'll never forget. I'll cherish your name in the future, too. My company and I organize events like this more often."
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"Through the Jazz Centrale the lines of communication were fast and short, which resulted in a specific plan that perfectly matched our wishes. The enthusiastic and professional band performed the performance flawlessly according to the agreements made, and provided the ideal atmosphere at our party."
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"It’s quite possible to stroll right past the place while navigating West Kinzie Street, just a wee bit north of the Chicago River, and not even realize it. The only concrete clue that you’ve arrived at your destination is the sight of a black canvas entrance emblazoned with the curious moniker of the joint. It’s called Untitled, and that handle is purposely nondescript, only adding to the overall mystique of the nightspot. Head down a short flight of stairs, say hello to the doorman (there’s no cover), and you’ll find that Untitled offers a welcoming hideaway from the hustle and bustle of the Loop, which sits only a few blocks south on the other side of the river. During the Prohibition era, speakeasies dotted the Windy City landscape where those so inclined could quaff an alcoholic libation or two while securely hidden away from the long arm of the law. But those long-ago speaks were never this spacious or glamorously appointed. Make no mistake: this is a classy operation all the way, so you won’t spy any tennis shoes or sweatsuits sullying the polished dance floor. When the Rhythm Rockets take the stage at Untitled, as they’ve been doing on the second Wednesday evening of every month for a while now starting at 7:30 p.m. and going strong for three hours, the joint proceeds to jump to a barrage of eminently danceable rhythms. The music meshes perfectly with the delicious food and cool drinks that can be ordered by summoning your lovely waitress. You can dine on such delicacies as steak tartare, sea scallops, and mushroom tortellini, and top your feast off with a scrumptious slice of whoopee pie, a blend of dark chocolate-espresso cake, peanut butter mousse, and powdered sugar. There was a fair amount of dancing happening during the Rhythm Rockets’ most recent Untitled engagement, but most of the sizable crowd was content to soak in the swinging soiree at their tables or from their barstools. The sound quality was exceptionally crisp and full-bodied all night long; Dave Downer’s concise guitar licks sliced through the air with authority, and Nicole Kestler’s delightful vocals were mixed at precisely the right level for maximum enjoyment as she sailed through longtime Rhythm Rockets favorites that included Little Esther’s “Oo Papa Do,” the relaxed pre-war blues lament “Trouble In Mind,” and the band’s scorching arrangement of Ruth Brown’s “(Mama) He Treats Your Daughter Mean” that they often use as a set closer. The sizzling sax section (tenors Michael Bielecki and Vince Salerno and baritone Justin Kierans) was tight and right throughout the evening, and the rock-solid combination of bassist Lou Marini and drummer Mark Fornek kept the grooves hitting on all cylinders. Mark usually sings a song or two on each set prior to Nicole’s entrance, and now he’s previewing a few Chicago blues numbers that he’s also singing with Dave’s new side band, the Five Alibis. Vince switched over to harmonica to give Little Walter’s ominous “I Don’t Play” an authentic Chicago blues sound, although the horns returned when Mark launched into Junior Wells’ playful shuffle “The Things I’d Do For You.” If you’re anywhere near River North on the second Wednesday of this or any month in the near future, take a walk down Kinzie and seek out Untitled, even if you have to look hard for it. It’s altogether worth the effort--and a great place to check out the Rhythm Rockets doing what they do best! "
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"Mr. Sax is the Real Deal! Mr. Sax is not only smooth with his skills, but he is an amazing man and professional! Our experience for our 3rd annual Gala was incredible and that's because we had Mr. Sax! People stayed, people danced and people felt like they could hang back and connect because Mr. Sax created an atmosphere that was fun but also nice to be able to connect over music! We will definitely have Mr. Sax back! He was personable, easy to work with and excellent with his craft and songs."
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