The Creswell Club
- New York City, NY
- Jazz Band
- 32 Verified Bookings
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From solo piano to full dance band, Paul brings over 20 years of experience as a musician for private events, as well as a passion for what he does. Working closely with each of his clients, Paul tailors his band personnel and repertoire in order to create the perfect ambiance, and realize the vision of the client's event.
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Price Range: $200 - $6,000
Gig Length: 60 - 300 minutes
Paul brings over 20 years of experience as a musician for private events, as well as a passion for what he does. Working closely with each of his clients, Paul tailors his band personnel and repertoire in order to create the perfect ambiance, and realize the vision of the client's event.
One glance through the extensive song list in the repertoire section of the website will let you know that this is not your usual 'Celebration' 'Chicken Dance' band (no offense). Paul and his band are passionate about music and know that their clients care about the musical and dancing element of their event as well.
Another important aspect to consider is the unique treatment of the arrangements to the songs covered - especially with the instrumental band, say at cocktail time or dinner hour. Keen attention is paid to the dynamics so guests are able to easily hold conversations while still enjoying familiar, or 'almost familiar' tunes. Many times a guest has come up to the band and asked the song title, and then replied, "Oh, that's right! I haven't heard that in so long - I love that song, thank you!"
When it's time for dancing, the band members grow to a larger number, and we keep them out on the dance floor until it's time to go home.
The Paul Connors Band adds the perfect elements of style and joy to each individual event. Whether the event calls for a solo pianist, or a full dance band, the guests in attendance are always in for a refreshing treat in the band's expansive repertoire performed with swinging alacrity, with the utmost attention paid towards dynamics - so conversation among guests flows as easy as the rhythms! Paul and his band have a passion for what they do, and it shows in each event where they perform. In addition, Paul cares deeply about his client's satisfaction, and the success of each event.
Paul works closely with each client to ensure that the instrumentation and repertoire fit the theme of the event perfectly. A long list of clients ranging from Fortune 500 corporations, colleges and universities, city organizations, municipalities, villages, and townships, to countless satisfied private individual clients speak to the standard of the Paul Connors Band's experience, musicianship, and professionalism.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Pricing
How much do you charge?
Prices are competitive with other local bands and orchestras. All musicians and vocalists in the Paul Connors Band are full time professionals and live within the tri-state area. Because each event has its own requirements and personality, prices for the Paul Connors Band are developed individually.
Your price will be based on a number of factors including: size of the group, location of party, production requirements, performance times, and other services. Call (phone number hidden) or [email us] anytime to discuss your event and provide an initial price quote. All musicians, travel, stage lighting and sound are generally included in our all-inclusive price.
Insurance
Are you Insured?
Yes, the Paul Connors Band has liability insurance coverage for any venue.
Instrumentation
How many members are in the Paul Connors Band?
We offer musical entertainment from solo piano to full dance band. Paul works closely with each client to asses the type of event, and by listening to the needs and plans of the client, Paul offers the appropriate number of musicians and instrumentation for each stage of the event.
A cocktail hour may have solo piano, piano and singer duo, piano, guitar and drums, or a piano trio - with piano, upright bass and light drums.
A dinner party might have the same instrumentation as above, depending on the size of the event. Perhaps a client would like to add a saxophone at this point in the event.
A dance portion of an evening is more than likely when there will be the most musicians hired. Usually, There are 9 musicians in the full dance band. This number can be subtracted, or added to, depending on the client's vision, and budget. This instrumentation is: 2 female vocalists, 1 male vocalist/saxophonist, 1 male vocalist/guitarist/keyboardists, 1 male vocalist/ bassist, 1 keyboardist/backing vocalist, 1 guitarist/backing vocalist, 1 drummer, 1 saxophonist.
Repertoire
You have a lot of songs! Can I pick and choose from your list for my event? Absolutely! In fact, we encourage for you to do so. A well planned event only helps to ensure a relaxed, and smoothly run evening.
How do I pick?
On the Homepage, there is a Repertoire Icon. Click on there, and you will be sent to the Repertoire page. There are three separate lists to choose from: Solo Piano, Instrumental Music, and Vocal Repertoire. We are more than happy to assist you with song choices for your event. We will work closely with you to match our repertoire with the theme and mood of your event.
Solo Piano repertoire is listed alphabetically.
Instrumental Music repertoire is listed alphabetically. This can be with piano, upright bass and drums, or piano, guitar, and drums, or piano, bass, drums, guitar, and saxophone.
Vocal repertoire is separated by each lead singer. Each singer's repertoire is alphabetized, and spans many genres of music such as jazz standards, swing, country, classic r&b, soul, and rock.
Requests
Do you do requests outside of your repertoire?
Yes. We are happy to play songs outside of our repertoire for an event. We ask that a client please limit choices to 5 special requests, and that the requests please be made 1 month before the event.
Continuous Music
Is there live music playing at all times during the evening?
No. However, the Paul Connors Band is known for their one 20 minute break during a 4 hour event! During this time, music is played through our sound system. We are not your "45 minutes on, 15 minutes off" band. Once we have you on the dance floor, we are not going anywhere - and neither will you!
Attire
What Does your band usually wear for events?
We strongly believe that appearance and presentation is as equally important as our music. We will always defer to the client's opinion as to what would be appropriate for the event, whether it be formal wear (tuxedo/cocktail dress), or semi-formal (suit and tie/basic black), or a theme party. We will always dress appropriately for the occasion.
The Paul Connors Band is available for any event: Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Benefits, Birthday Parties, Casinos, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Ski Lodges, Sorority Function, Corporate events and Weddings.
Please visit our website and review our extensive song lists within our repertoire section of the Paul Connors Band site!
Paul's musical influences include Bill Evans, Keith Jarrett, Richard Tee, Ahmad Jamal, Miles Davis, Joe Zawinul, Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder, Pat Metheny, Vince Guaraldi, Dr. John, Joni Mitchell, Wynton Kelly, Sly and the Family Stone, McCoy Tyner, Jaco Pastorius, Thelonius Monk, Jackson 5, BB King, Duke Ellington, The Band, Van Morrison, Floyd Cramer, Joe Sample, The Meters, Motown, Stax, Aretha Franklin, Cole Porter, Paul Simon, Rogers and Hart, Rogers and Hammerstein, Sugie Otis, Lennon/McCartney, George and Ira Gershwin.
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Caleb H. said “Arthur and his bandmates were fantastic and really professional to work with. They added so much to our wedding and even played our processional song…”