Vincent James Band: musical entertainment for weddings and private parties.

10/2/2009 ~ Belle Voir Mansion

Charles,

I just wanted to let you know how amazing your band was at our wedding!!!! I couldn't have asked for better music selection or a better performance. Guests from our wedding are STILL commenting on how wonderful you all were. I just can't thank you enough....you helped make our wedding so memorable....and so amazing. I would recommend you to anyone. Please NEVER hesitate to give out my email or phone number to any bride that has any doubts about your band....I will definitely put their mind at ease. I can't say enough good things about your band!!!!!!!! Your voices were absolutely amazing. Guests kept commenting that you all sounded exactly like the original artists!!!! Thank you again...I only hope I get to come to another event where you are playing!

Sincerely,

Heather and Nick Bevivino
NBev4u@yahoo.com

9/5/2009 ~ Overbrook Golf Club

Dear Charles and the Vincent James Band,

I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart, for making my daughter's wedding day a complete success. When my daughter, Cara first became engaged, all she wanted was to have your band play for her wedding. Cara said for us to plan the wedding around your band’s availability. You were so helpful when I called you, not only with the band, but for your help regarding the different venues. I have received so many phone calls this past week, and the first thing that everyone has said to me was “what a great band”. Some of the words that were used to describe your band were, FABULOUS, AMAZING, SPECTACULAR and FANTASTIC. When I looked around at the wedding, and spotted my aunts & uncle who were over the age of 85 on the dance floor, I thought this wedding celebration could not get any better.

My daughter Cara was right, your band made her wedding a very memorable day for all of us.

Liz Calciano
lcalciano@hotmail.com

9/5/2009 ~Overbrook Gof Club

To the VJB band members,

I wanted you all to know how much everyone raved about your terrific performance at Cara's and my son Andy's wedding reception at the Overbrook Country Club last Saturday night. You were truly amazing. I especially want to thank you for performing so beautifully Natalie Cole's "I Wish You Love" for my mother of the groom dance with Andy. It meant a lot to both of us, and was truly one of the most memorable moments of the whole wonderful day.

Best wishes to all of you.

Barbara Gaslevich
barbara.gaslevich@verizon.net.

7/14/2009 ~ Greystone Hall

Hi Charles,

I could have danced for another hour... or two !! You were fantastic! Everyone raved about you ~ we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and can't thank you enough. It was a real pleasure to work with you ~ you calmed me down and I was able to relax and really enjoy the party - we had a great time! I would love to have the opportunity to hear you again.....I will check your website to see where you will be playing and hopefully I'll get that chance. In the meantime, thank you again so much for your part in making Lauren and Justin's wedding a wonderful experience!

Many, many thanks-

Kathy Bajus
kathybajus@yahoo.com

7/6/2009 ~ Private Residence

Dear VJB,

Thank you so much for making our wedding day that much better by providing top-notch, excellent entertainment that everyone of our guests thoroughly enjoyed! We received so many compliments on the band! We will definitely pass your name along in the future to anyone who may be looking for a band!

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

Grant & Amanda Johnson
a_barnes@comcast.net

6/6/2009 ~ The Radnor Hotel

Charles,

We were so pleased with the band's performance at our wedding. Doug and I are both music lovers, and we were impressed for the get-go of your wide array of songs and the diversity of the band's vocalists. We never had any doubt that our choice to go with your band was the best one. Our guests were up dancing even BEFORE our entrees came out- and that's exactly how we wanted it to be! They continue to rave about how great you all were- and that's the best compliments you can get!

Thank you for helping make our reception part of the best day of our lives, one that we will never forget!

Amy & Doug Tewksbury
albdphie@hotmail.com

5/30/2009 ~ Overbrook Golf Club

Charles,

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Outstanding performance is just the tip of the iceburg for what your band did for our wedding. We had so many people ask us where we got this band. Of course we owe all that to everyone who told us you were simply THE BEST. That is why we told our niece to book your band before even hearing you, so that she would not be disappointed that you were already booked. Extremely the best entertainment in the world. Every single band member is a jewel in their profession. We will sing your praises to everyone we know.

Thank you again for providing us a wedding way beyond our dreams.

Jim and Paula Rosini and the new Pat and Nicole Cronin
JFR PMR@aol.com

5/23/2009 ~ Pen Ryn Mansion

Hi Charles,

I can't begin to thank you enough for making our reception so much fun. Everyone sang the band's praises. The musicians were outstanding and so were the singers. Everyone danced and it was a very happy, lively party. The music at the ceremony and the pianist during the cocktail hour also made our evening very memorable. Your were easy to work with and we thought everything was terrific. Thanks again for all that you did. Please tell everyone that came with you how much we enjoyed the evening and the beautiful music they shared with us.

Sincerely,

Roz
westiedog2@verizon.net

5/9/2009 ~ Double Tree Hotel

Charles,

As the mother of the bride, all I can say is "WOW". We are still reveling in the wonderful day we had, and the FANTASTIC reception that was so successful because of your musical talents. One person said after it was all over, "I've NEVER seen so many people on a dance floor at a wedding"!!! Of course it was because of the songs themselves, AND the way they were performed. You couldn't help but GET OUT THERE, and DANCE!!! Even my 80 year old father-in-law was boogieing with his daughters, and me. SO MUCH FUN!!! Thanks SOOOOO much! I know you must put in A LOT of hard work to get the quality sound that you all produce together. Let me tell you....it's worth it!!!! Wish you were closer to our town in northern Jersey.

Heather Smith
heatherhaysmith@gmail.com

3/21/2009 ~ B'Nai Tikvah Synagogue - New Brunswick, NJ

Dear Charles,

What a glorious night! Thanks to you and the marvelous Vincent James Band our party was full of fantastic music and dancing. We were absolutely thrilled with your work, service and kindness. Thank you for making our party a huge success. Gary and I were absolutely delighted.

Best to you and all of your band members-

Jane Zamost & Gary Karlin
janezamost@aol.com

3/7/2009 ~ National Museum of Women in the Arts - Washington DC

Hi Charles,

Just wanted to send you a quick thank you for the fabulous job you guys did at our wedding. As you can imagine things have been pretty crazy since the wedding, and I just now had a chance to watch the video of our first dance, which reminded me how great the VJB was! Kelly and I couldn't have been happier. Thank you for going out of your way to travel to DC, and you can be sure we'll be passing nothing but positive recommendations along to our family/friends in the future. You guys really are professionals. Please pass along our gratitude to the rest of the band.

Take Care,

Dave and Kelly Bellis
dbellis19@hotmail.com

2/27/2009 ~ Holly Hedge ~ New Hope, PA

Charles,

Sorry to have taken so long to leave you a note. Steve, and I wanted to again thank you and the band for a fabulous performance. We were thrilled with the band! Our guest's haven't stopped raving about you guys! You totally can use us as a reference, your guys were really terrific! Hope everyone is doing well.

Kind Regards,

Jennifer & Steve Simko
JFurness@its.jnj.com

2/7/2009 ~ Mamaroneck Beach & Yacht Club New York

Dear Charles & the Vincent James Band,

We would like to thank you so very much for making our wedding a dream come true. All aspects of the music, from the ceremony through the reception, was just incredible. We could have danced all night! It was an absolute pleasure working with you; we are so appreciative of your willingness to grant our special requests. It was truly a night we will never forget, thanks to the part you played. We are happy to serve as a reference for you anytime & hope to have an opportunity to hear you play again in the future.

Warm regards,

Erica & Danny Bagliebter
dbagliebter@gmail.com

1/27/2009 ~ Hilton Harrisburg

Charles,

I just wanted to say thanks again for the fabulous performance at our recent Inaugural. The band was awesome and I still continue to have extremely positive and great comments from many of the attendees! As you witnessed, the event was an incredible evening. You completed the “home run” with the talented musicians and singers in the Vincent James Band! Everyone enjoyed dancing and listening to your performance from between dinner courses to after the festivities. Currently I’m in Washington D.C. along with some members from PAR-their still ‘singing’ your praisesJ! Thanks again for a terrific performance!

I hope to see you back in Harrisburg again,

Greg

Greg S. Herb, President PA Association of Realtors
greg.herb@herbrealestate.com

12/19/2008 ~ The Union League

Dear Charles,

When we first made inquiries across our network about a band for our reception, the name the Vincent James Band came up as an almost mythical entity. You have to check them out, people who had heard you at other events implored. You will never hear another band with their level of quality and versatility, they claimed. And so we tracked you down, and contacted you. You quickly responded with a level of professionalism that we soon found to be the consistent way that you operated from a management perspective. You encouraged us to attend a showcase to see firsthand what made the Vincent James Band unique. Minutes into the showcase, we knew we had found our band. By the end of that showcase, we were impatient for the time to pass so that we could enjoy you with our friends at the reception. On that special evening last week, not only did you not disappoint, but you exceeded all expectations. Time passed too quickly that evening. "Where did you find them", our guests asked. "They are unbelievable", many enthused. But, perhaps the greatest complement was that we saw some of our guests getting up to dance again and again who we never see dance. And few left early until the very last song. You are noteworthy and memorable and we will always appreciate the 110% you gave us that night. You are truly unique and we hope to have the privilege to find another event to engage you again in the near future. Please extend our thanks to everyone on the VJB team.

Tricia and Ted Bream
ted@breamweb.com

11/22/2008 ~ The William Penn Inn

Dear Charles,

What can I say? You told me that the band would make the difference, and that our guests would be dancing from the first song, and how experienced and professional the VJB is. We have received daily and constant positive input, and compliments on the band. I will give excellent references for you personally, and for the band. You are the easiest manager to speak and deal with as well as having a lot of knowledge and experience. The band was amazing. We will have many wonderful memories of the wedding, and I can thank YOU for that. Some of our guests have written us notes, and many have called. It has been two weeks, and the women I work with are still speaking of the band and the wonderful time they had. Honestly, with all the decisions a wedding requires on almost a daily basis for over a year, we all feel that the best decision we made regarding this wedding was to have the VJB. I am actually boasting, and have a sense of pride that we had such exceptional band. I don't think I have ever said in my entire life that I have been completely satisfied with any one thing. Well, I am saying it now, the performance was better than any expectation I may of had. Just sorry I don't have any other daughters. I almost wish I could do it again just so I can stop and appreciate how much fun everyone had, just to take it all in.

My gratitude always,

Jackie Muscarella
jac1507@comcast.net

11/1/2008 ~ Ballroom at the Ben

Dear Charles,

You know how many hours we talked on the phone (before we hired VJB) discussing what Bob and I were looking for in a band for our daugther's wedding; I did contact multiple client references (by email) and received multiple rave responses and then Barrie & Rob and Bob went to your showcase in Aug. 07 and were officially convinced and "blown away"... VJB was the band for us !! and over the next year you helped us plan the music and set the tone for the wedding of their dreams. The big night came and you did not let us down !!! The music which filled the room was fabulous ~ magnigicent vocals and expert musical quality!! The song selections were perfect which kept the dance floor packed. Time sure flies when you're having fun ... it was 12:30 a.m. and we were all still dancing, and when the music stopped we wanted more !!! So thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for being true to your reputation and promises !

Dale Cominsky
mygirls2017@aol.com

10/18/2008 ~ Yale Club of New York City

Dear Charles and Maureen,

When we began to plan Rebecca and Eric's wedding, we were having a very difficult time finding a band that we liked. As a pianist myself, with a family of musicians and music lovers, along with a guest list of people we knew loved to dance, we were extremely picky about the music for the evening. It was then that one of Rebecca's bridesmaids heard you play at a wedding in New Jersey and told Rebecca, "You HAVE to hire this band. They are the best I have ever heard!" We arranged a visit to one of your showcases, and within 20 seconds of hearing you, we knew we had found the perfect band for the occasion. Our search had ended! You were such a pleasure to work with all along the way. We enjoyed our pre-wedding phone conversations and in-person meeting, and found that you knew just the right thing to say if one of us had a question or concern. On the night of the wedding, the music exceeded even our highest expectations! Every arrangement and performance of every song was perfect and sounded like the original recordings! We had a crowded dance floor all night and our guests all commented that they had never heard such a great band before. Each band member has an amazing voice as well as being able to perform in many styles on many different instruments. Maureen was a lovely and elegant M.C in addition to singing so beautifully. We were all so impressed with the quality of the music. We were wondering just how you were going to get the crowd going again after dinner, but everyone got on the dance floor with just as much energy, if not more, and danced until the last song of the evening. We could not have asked for more and thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Please tell your potential clients that they are welcome to e-mail or call us if they have any questions. We would love to sing your praises so that other families can have the same great experience that we had with The Vincent James Band. You're the best!

With great appreciation,

Gail Isenberg
gail.isenberg@gmail.com

9/27/2008 ~ Overbrook CC

Charles and all VJB members,

A band truly makes a wedding, so thanks for making ours so much fun! You all did a fantastic job from the guitarist during cocktail hour until the very last song of the evening was played. We have never seen a dance floor so packed for the ENTIRE evening! Everyone we have spoken to since the wedding has mentioned how outstanding the band was, and wanted to know who you all were. The mix of songs played was perfect, and kept guests of all ages on the dance floor and having a great time. The range of songs you play (from Bocelli to Black Eyed Peas) is incredible, but the fact that you actually sound like each genre performed is remarkable!!! Chris and I had a blast ourselves, and got in a lot of dancing time! We will definitely recommend you, and cannot say enough positive things about having you play at our wedding. You all were so easy to work with, and it is evident you love what you do! Thanks again for an impeccable performance.

Chris & Audrey Fugaro
CSF@go2griffin.com
aallen@halcur.com

9/27/2008 ~ Overbrook CC

Dear Charles,

The band was fantastic, got great reviews from young and old alike. You really made it an elegant and fun evening. We have friends with affairs next year and will recommend you for sure.

Audrey Allen Fugaro
fallen@archerlaw.com

9/20/2008 ~ Greystone Mansion

Dear Charles and all the members of the Vincent James Band:

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for your outstanding performance at our wedding. I always knew that a band can make or break an evening and you've proven to work magic! Our wedding was absolutely flawless...While I await our video to truly experience the music played during our ceremony, so many of our guests commented on the elegance of the classical trio. Bravo! Every moment thereon was a note played forever into my memory. I will especially remember "The Prayer" performed in lieu of our blessing. Risky yes, but without question, it was the magical moment that kicked off the evening! It was so powerful that it brought tears to the eyes of many. Just the simple thought still sends goose bumps. Everyone just had so much fun dancing the night away! I am sure it comes as no great surprise that everyone is still talking about how great our band was and several people asked for your name for future reference. Mike and I are trying to come up with another reason so we can hire the VJB one more time...just one more time! VJB (and especially working directly with you, Charles) made our Wedding Day even more magical than we could have ever imagined. Thank you, again, a million times over!

Debbie Wilson-Modica
Wilsonda2000@aol.com

8/31/2008 ~ Overbrook CC

To the VJB members,

Thank you all for making our daughter's wedding this past weekend so special. From the Classical Trio who played during the ceremony to the guitarist during cocktails to the entire band at the reception, you were all perfect. Everyone enjoyed the great mix of music, and so many of our guests complimented us on choosing your band. We had guests dancing who I have never seen dance before! Both the Bride and I found it very easy to work with you to set the details for the evening and the renditions of the songs she chose to dance to were perfect. We were so glad to have you as part of this happy event.

Sincerely,

Julie Lasak
JLAS6@aol.com

7/5/2008 ~ Rittenhouse Hotel

Hi Charles,

Just a quick note... Can you believe the whole night went by and I never had a chance to come and meet you face to face - and when I came back at the end of the night - you had already left. Thank you for a fun filled night - Everyone was on the dance floor whenever I looked - which was exactly what I wanted. Thank you for incorporating Amy and Kieran's songs into your schedule. It was indeed a magical night. There were so many VERY positive comments about the band - but probably the one that I valued most was my older daughter's - who has gone to, or been in, more weddings/bar/bat mitzvahs that she cares to attest to - but she - who has often said that she would like "Earth, Wind and Fire to play at her wedding (ha, ha!) said to tell you she'll be giving you a call when her time comes! Take it from me - that's high praise from my New Yorker!

Barbara Grippi
grippi@verizon.net.

6/29/2008 ~ Knowlton Mansion

Hi Charles,

I didn't want another day to go by without sending you our deepest thanks for a wonderful evening for Stefani and Steve. We were so ecstatic to have your band at the wedding ceremony and reception. Everyone said what an awesome time they had and asked "how did you find that band?" The bride and groom are in Hawaii enjoying their honeymoon. We can't wait to see the pictures and hear the sound of your band in the video once again. We are your biggest fans and hope we can soon hear your band and songs recorded on DVD so we can enjoy you all the time. We have another wedding in September if you'll recall. Our son marries his sweetheart then, so we haven't stopped partying yet!!

Most Sincerely,

Carrol DiPeri
missingbettys@comcast.net

6/28/2008 ~ Whitemarsh Valley CC

Hi Charles,

Thank you so much for the amazing music last night at our wedding! Walking into the cocktail hour, the piano sounded beautiful. I knew from the songs I heard during the introductions that it was going to be a magnificent evening. You paced everything so wonderfully and knew just the right songs to play to get the crowd going. One thing I had always imagined at my wedding was for everyone to be on the dance floor all night, and that definitely came true. You had people dancing that I never imagined would, including our priest!! Talking with our family and friends today, one thing that kept coming up was the band. Everyone loved you, and we couldn't have asked for a better night. You were helpful, professional, and fun both during the planning process and on our wedding night.

Thanks again, and please pass this along to the rest of the band.

Jessica
Tag657@aol.com

6/14/2008 ~ The Union League

Dear Charles,

Jerry and I want to thank you and your band for one outstanding night of playing the best songs in the best way possible!! You are all fabulous. I can't tell you the calls I have gotten about your band and "where did I find you"?!! What a joy it was for me to see my 83 year old father really "cutting the rug"! The bride and groom glowed as they danced the night away!

Charles- thanks for the kind way you handled everything!! I hope you are still playing when my 16 year old gets married!!

Fondly-

Sally Beil
orlando507@comcast.net

6/7/2008 ~ Pen Ryn Mansion

Dear Charles,

Don't know how to thank you for such a brilliant performance last Saturday June 7, 2008 at the Pen Ryn Mansion for the Wexler-Scheiring wedding. It was so fantastic that everyone commented on the band: needless to say considering how many people were on the dance floor. The place went crazy. Thank you for being such an instrument (no pun intended) in making their day one that will be memorable forever. Maureen brought chills to our spines when she sang The Prayer. What a gift!! Thank you so much again for this memorable moment.

Sincerely,

Denise Wexler
deend3@comcast.net

5/31/2008 ~ Merion Tribute House

Dear Charles,

Thank you for providing the music for our daughter's wedding reception. You certainly kept the party lively and moving along. The music was enjoyable to listen to and great to dance to. You had everyone out of their seats and moving. We also appreciated your suggestions and help with the order and events of the reception. Thank you again. We felt fortunate to be able to have your band for our reception.

Sincerely,

Susan Creighton

5/17/2008 ~ Southampton Room

Charles,

We just wanted to say thank you to VJB for making our wedding reception absolutely amazing! We both had a wonderful time, and danced the majority of the night. People keep asking us where we found "the band". So many people have told us how great you were. From the first time we heard VJB, we knew you would do a great job at our reception but you definitely exceeded our expectations!! The dance floor was packed all night long. That was what we were hoping for at our wedding so we are extremely happy. We are so excited to get our wedding video so that we can hear you play again! We can't thank you enough for everything. You did a great job!!!!

Megan and Shaun
Megs41425@aol.com

5/4/2008 ~ Ballroom at the Ben

Dear Charles & The Vincent James Band Members,

Ben and I want to thank you for your beautiful music and for making our wedding day really special. Music is such an important part of any wedding and everyone loved your music. We all had a great time dancing and that is all due to your wonderful band. Thanks for sharing your time and talent on our special day. We appreciated every minute of it!

Love,

Donna and Ben Korson
disco519@aol.com

5/3/2008 ~ Whitemarsh Valley Country Club

Charles,

I just wanted to take a chance to thank you, and your band for playing at our wedding at Whitemarsh Valley Country Club. You guys were amazing!!!!! We had seen you play at another wedding before so we knew how good you's were, but our guests were amazed at how incredible you were. That night and the next day I had at least 10 people tell me how amazing the band was and where did we find you? Everyone from a 70 year old Aunt, to our groomsmen who are in the their mid 20's, to the 5 yr old kids loved the songs and danced all night!!! When my wife and I got engaged the first thing we did was to book your band for our wedding because we knew your band would make the difference between an average wedding and a great wedding. We figured we would find the country club and church eventually, but having you play at our wedding was essential. So thank you again for making our special day that much more special!

Jeff
radar0803@aol.com

3/29/2008 ~ Knowlton Mansion

Dear Vincent James Band,

Whenever I go to an affair I always feel that it is the music that makes or breaks it. How true this turned out to be with our daughter Dani's wedding. Not only did you play fantastically, but with such talented singers, you kept the party going all night long. Everyone that I have spoken with since the wedding has said the same thing- "Where did you find that band? They are fantastic!" My husband and I, and our daughter Dani and son-in-law Bill, certainly agree. We all thank you for helping to make their wedding unforgettable!

Sincerely,

Nancy Leiman
mrsmusic88@hotmail.com

2/2/2008 ~ Crystal Tea Room

Hi Charles,

I just want to take a quick second to thank you for an amazing night. EVERYONE was dancing and that means it was a great, great band! It made my night to see everyone out there from the minute the dance floor opened to the very last song. Thank you for doing a spectacular job!

Jill Cunningham
deemerja@yahoo.com

11/17/2007 ~ Ballroom at the Ben

Charles,

I wanted to thank you and the Vincent James Band for the outstanding, and amazing job everyone did at our wedding on November 17th, 2007. We received so many compliments on you guys! Everyone had so much fun, and danced the entire time! You guys went far beyond anything we could have imagined! Thank you for making our night even more special! From the cocktail hour to the reception, everything was perfect! Thank you so much for everything!

Carrie and Rick Boulay
c.boulay07@gmail.com

11/17/2007 ~ Ballroom at the Ben

Hi Charles,

I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for last night. I am sorry I didn't get a chance to say good bye, but I couldn't find you. However, I did see Maureen before the end. I received many compliments from the Bride, groom, families, and friends as to how much they loved the music. The music was great, and the dance floor packed! I look forward to working with you again on April 26th, and many weddings to come.

Best,

Collette Mattmiller
What Dreams Are Made Of
sandollar20@hotmail.com

11/10/2007 ~ Manor House at Commonwealth

Charles,

Sorry it has taken so long to write. I would like to thank and compliment you and the rest of your band on the wonderful music you provided at Chrissy and Tim's reception. Having been to one of your showcases, we knew you were really good but you really surpassed our expectations. Jackie and I received nothing but compliments, the comment we heard most was that if you closed your eyes you would swear that the original recording artist was performing. The dance floor was full all evening, and everyone had a wonderful time. We would enthusiastically recommend you to anyone. We have two other daughters so I'm sure we will see you again.

John and Jackie Arrow
john@johnarrowcustomhomes.com

10/27/2007 ~ Loews Hotel - Philadelphia

Dear Charles,

On behalf of the Terry Lynne Lokoff Child Care Foundation, I would like to thank you for the fabulous entertainment that the Vincent James Band provided at our 20th Annual Rose Gala. We received many wonderful remarks from our guests about the music and how the dance floor was full the entire night because of your energy, and great sound. Please know that you played a tremendous role in making the Rose Gala a success!

There were over 300 people in attendance and TLLCCF raised over $245,000.00, making this Rose Gala a huge success. The TLLCCF is extremely grateful for your support with entertainment.

As Terri made a difference in early childhood development, it is our goal to continue to make a difference in her name. The right start in life for our children ensures the future for us all, making America better by improving early care and education.

Warm Regards,

Sharon Bell (Events Manager)
events@childcareabc.org

9/21/2007 ~ Flander's Hotel - Ocean City, NJ

Charles,

My apology for taking so long to write this. The past couple of weeks have been a blur. We went from the wedding, to Brazil, to a sailboat trip, and have finally landed home for a while. As expected, your band did a fantastic job. The smile on Aud's face is something I will remember forever. I did not get to hear any of the cocktail music. But your "piano man" got great scores from my spies. And his taking time to chat with a couple of young wannabes was really appreciated. Music at the house went well also. I did get to hear some of that, but I must admit my focus was more on not tripping on Aud's dress or the bulkhead! We wanted this to be not just a celebration, but also a party where folks could just have fun with the B&G. The key is the music, and your folks excelled. Song selection was perfect all night. I trusted you when you said to, and you sure did not let us down. I knew you had to be special when you hired my man Gerry Norwood, but you even exceeded our high expectations. Again, Mare, and I thank you and the band for a great night. I hope we get to dance to your music again.

Eric Gustafson
audrhope@ptd.net

9/1/2007 ~ Cairnwood

Charles, Maureen, Rick and entire Vincent James Band,

What more can we say, "You are the best"!. After searching for many months for just the right band for our daughter's wedding to take place here in the Phila area, Amanda and Matt happened to find you on the internet. They live in San Francisco and had us visit one of your showcases. From the moment we heard you, there was no doubt, you were the band we wanted and that would have the sophistication, the musician quality and the overall presentation that we wanted for her wedding at Cairnwood. Not only did you perform with perfection and style, you were able to pull everything together at this beautiful mansion to make this evening the wedding of their dreams! Everyone danced the night away and kept remarking how absolutely fabulous the band was! What a pleasure it was working with you. You learned and performed their requested first song with perfection, and you attended to every detail along the way. We are proud to say we had the very best band in the Phila area play at our wedding, the Vincent James Band!!

With much appreciation,

Ruthann and Edgar Fulmor
efulmor@verizon.net

9/1/2007 ~ Cairnwood

Charles,

I wanted to say a quick thank you to you and your band before Matt and I head off on our honeymoon. Your band was absolutely incredible. We heard so many compliments on the music.... you guys truly made the night. I know that Cairnwood is a tricky venue for you all.... but you handled it absolutely perfectly. By the way... our first dance song was incredible. That is one of our favorite memories.

Thank you so very much!

Amanda and Matt
efulmor@verizon.net

8/25/2007 ~ Union League

Hello Charles,

The dust has settled, and we are finally back from our honeymoon. Sean, and I wanted to let you know that you made our wedding! Everyone cannot stop talking about how wonderful you were. Thanks for being so flexible with a Smith-Wright family gathering ( just so you know when the two families come together, we usually call it a circus, not a party....). You were wonderful!

Sincerely,

Charmaine and Sean Wright
charmaineandsean@yahoo.com

8/4/2007 ~ Appleford Estate

Charles,

We want to thank you and The Vincent James Band for the fantastic music you provided for Annie and Neal's wedding on August 4th at Appleford in Villanova. We were totally pleased, and there were some aspects that exceeded our expectations. Your band was one, as it did a fantastic job of meeting our needs- providing excellent music for the wedding ceremony, cocktail reception, the dinner, and the party itself throughout the hottest day of the summer. I know there were extra challenges with the sound requirements of Appleford and the HOT, HOT temperatures. But I thought the music was PERFECT!! I wanted to dance my heart out, and that was easy to do with your band. Many guests seemed to feel the same way, I can't tell you how many people came up to me to praise the band. Given the heat of the day, it was wonderful that your band lifted us beyond the care of the weather. Your professional skills, and the class manner in which you interacted with us and our guest was simply outstanding. The musicians set up for the day without problem, performed beautifully at each event, and then led to an energetic and joyful finale to the evening which exceeded our dreams.

Charles, we greatly appreciate the terrific performances of your band and the wonderful charm and personality you brought to our wedding. We would be very pleased to have your band play for us anytime, anywhere. As you know, some guests have already booked you for their corporate Christmas parties. Thank you again for the wonderful contribution to our special day. And the beat goes on!!

Many, many thanks,

Bud and Betty Hirsch
bjbhirsch@yahoo.com

7/28/2007 ~ Crystal Plaza Mansion

Dear Charles,

Where do I begin? The wedding was exceptional, greatly in part due to your wonderful music. We enjoyed all your music from the ceremony through to the last song you played. Our thoughts that your talents were spectacular were only confirmed by the many guests who exclaimed the same enthusiasm. Many said you were the best band they ever heard (which is a rave from jaded New Yorkers!!!) Truly, everyone that called, wrote, or personally told us how much they enjoyed the affair, mentioned how wonderful the music was. We couldn't agree more. You provided the perfect environment in which to celebrate our happiness, and we will be forever grateful for your hard work and talent. You have my authorization to post my letter on your web site. It would be my pleasure to help you as you provided us with a wonderful event.

With most sincere thanks,

Terri Benvenisty
Thab17@aol.com

7/28/2007 ~ Crystal Plaza Mansion

HI All,

Just returned from a fantastic evening listening to you all at the Epstein wedding in NJ. YOU ARE PHENOMENAL! Congrats on your talent, and artistry. I will recommend you to all my East Coast friends. You made our evening memorable.

Debbie Russell
Grants Pass Oregon

Charles:

Feel free to use my letter. Notice I wrote it as soon as I returned from the wedding (2:00 AM) I was THAT impressed. If someone, who is considering hiring you, wants more specific info, then you can pass my email address on to an individual.

Continued success,

Debbie

Please contact us if you would like to contact this client as a reference.

7/14/2007 ~ The Manor House at Commonwealth Country Club

Dear Vincent James Band,

Jim, and I want to thank you so much for making our wedding truly memorable. Our guests are still talking about how fabulous the music was. My parents attended one of your showcases while I was living abroad, and they sent me the link to your website. I was thrilled. You were the perfect fit for our reception's theme -- refined, and elegant yet fun. Everyone was professional, and worked seamlessly with our wedding party. We could not have asked for better music! I would recommend your band to anyone looking for event music.

Sincerely,

Melissa and James Jaworski
mimsy79@hotmail.com

7/14/2007 ~ The Manor House at Commonwealth Country Club

Charles,

Thank you and your band for making Melissa's and Jim's wedding an overwhelming success. Everyone commented that your band was the best they have ever heard. By all means you may post the comments. I only wish there were a better way to let everyone know about you.

Sincerely,

Gary A. Kowalski
gak2211@hotmail.com

7/7/2007 ~ Concord Country Club

Dear Charles,

Thank you, thank you, thank you! That is all we can say to you, Maureen, and all the members of VJB. What a talented group of musicians you are, and what an amazing job you all did at Kristin and Mark’s wedding. It was a fabulous day, and your band made it a fabulous celebration and kept the dance floor packed to the very end of the night. We have had so many great compliments, like “They were the best band we have ever heard!” So, thank you for everything! The day turned out just as we had hoped it would, and it was a pleasure working with you.

Sincerely,

Bob & Margie McIntyre
mcintyrem22@yahoo.com

7/6/2007 ~ Hollyhedge Estate

Dear Charles,

Thank you, and the rest of the band, for an incredible evening! The ceremony music was beautiful, and we had so much fun dancing at the reception. You wouldn't believe how many of our guests were raving about the music!!! It was truly a perfect day.

Thank you!

Jennie & Chris
jenniefloyd@yahoo.com

6/23/2007 ~ Aldie Mansion

Dear Charles and band,

Rachel and I wanted to thank you so much for making our ceremony, and reception absolutely perfect. Everything you did went above and, beyond the already high expectations that we had. We received so many compliments about the band...and hopefully got you a few more gigs in the near future. Not to get too cheesy, but you provided the perfect soundtrack for our special day. I won't call this goodbye because you will most likely see us at a showcase in the future just to hear your fantastic music.

Thanks again!

Rachel and Seth Richer
sbricher@optonline.net

6/22/2007 ~ Knowlton Mansion

Dear Charles and Vincent James Band Players,

Thank you for making our son's wedding reception on Friday, June 22, 2007 so spectacular. Many of our guests have asked the name of the band for future use. This is our second time that you have entertained our family, and friends. Your music had everyone up and dancing. It was a beautiful affair, and we thank you for making it so dynamite. We would consider it our pleasure to have our thank you letter to the VJB posted on to your web-site. I cannot wait until our last child is wed so that we can, once again, have the VJB at our wedding. You are the best of the best!!!!!!!!!!!! Call me if you need us to do anything else.

Love,

The Carrozza Family
b.carrozza@comcast.net

5/19/2007 ~ Normandy Farm

Charles,

Thank you so much for your performance at our daughter Christine's wedding. From the night of your showcase, over a year ago, we have been looking forward to having you at the reception. We were sure you would make it a great party and couldn't wait for the guests to hear you. You absolutely made the wedding. Our only "disappointment" was that your reputation proceeded you and we couldn't surprise everyone. Many of the "wedding age" guests had heard you play previously and were anticipating it as excitedly as we were. Our guests had a wonderful time and they all commented on the "fantastic" band. We truly mean that - we cannot recall a single guest who did not praise the band when they thanked us. Several guests have asked for your card and we have referred them to your website. We only hope that some will engage you for their events and that we will be invited. In particualr, our cousin was blown away by your redition of Conte Partiro and his wife insisted she was going to hire you for her 50th next year. We certainly hope so.

Thanks for everthing,

John and Audrey Fillippo
jfillippo@comcast.net

5/12/2007 ~ Green Valley Country Club

Hi Charles,

I just wanted to drop you an email to tell you what a great job the band did at Sadie's Bat Mitzvah. So many of my friends have called and emailed to say what a great time they had, and how terrific the band was. They have said that they have never been at an affair where they liked the band so much. Mike and I are very thankful to you for making our celebration a smashing success.

My deepest appreciation,

Ann Marie
ammendlow@comcast.net

4/28/2007 ~ Greystone Mansion

Dear Charles and the amazing band members,

We want to express our sincere thanks for the amazing job you did for our wedding. We knew you'd be wonderful, and you definately lived up to our expectations. The dance floor was packed all night, and everyone who has complimented on our wedding mentioned that "awesome band"! We want to especially thank you for learning our first dance song: "Hold You in My Arms" by Ray LaMontagne. That song means so much to us, and to have it played live was just perfect. I know you get complimented a lot with "Conte Partiro" by Andrea Boccelli and Sarah Brightman, but when you played that song for the father-daughter dance, which was with my grandfather, you absolutely blew everyone away. It was such a special moment between a grandfather, and grand daughter made even more special by the song. We got a standing ovation, and tears just flowed during that dance. You helped to make our wedding day perfect, and from the bottom of our hearts we thank you all!

Our most sincere thanks,

Daniella and Michael Hopkins
daniellamarie@hotmail.com

3/24/2007 ~ Union Station Washington, DC

Dear Charles,

Thank you for performing at Miller & Long's 60th Anniversary Celebration. The band was wonderful and I've heard nothing but positive comments about how talented, and professional the band was. You successfully played in front of a very difficult crowd (1800 guests), and we were very pleased at the turnout on the dance floor! It was a pleasure working with you. Good luck in all of your future endeavors.

Respectfully yours,

Katie Doran
Miller & Long Co., Inc.
www.idodetails.com

3/10/2007 ~ Commonwealth Country Club

Dear Charles & the Vincent James Band,

Joe & I just wanted to thank you again for playing at our wedding! Words cannot express how much fun we, and our guests had! You guys are absolutely awesome, and truly made our reception! Thank you again for being part of our special day! Our guests are still talking about you guys, as we are!

Love,

Ellen & Joe
josephdfavazza@yahoo.com

1/6/2007 ~ Baldwin School

Hi Jane,

The Vincent James Band was truly great. We contacted them just a few weeks before Sofie's Bat Mitzvah. We had booked a DJ at our daughter's insistence, but a good friend of mine heard the band at a party and said I had to give them a call. Our date was right after new years, and they had it available. Charles was so easy to work with, always attentive and available. His wife has a lovely way about her, and an amazing voice. Almost all the band members are vocalists, so the sound was so large. Cortez worked with the kids during the cocktail hour, while a classical guitarist played for the adults. We gave Cortez a list of songs Sofie and her friends liked, and he put together a CD of the songs to play during the cocktail hour. The band also knew lots of songs that the kids like. But the kids really loved some of the older tunes---Motown, September (Earth Wind and Fire), Love Train, etc. I cannot say enough wonderful things about them. I shudder to think what the party would have been if they weren't there!

All the best with your upcoming bat mitzvah!

Jody
jody.seymour@hotmail.com

12/9/2006 ~ Warwick Hotel

Charles,

We want to let you, and the Vincent James Band know just how much we loved your performance at our wedding on December 9th at the Warwick Hotel. The whole evening was seamless in terms of the music, and transitioning to all of the special dances and toasts. The song choices, and their incredible renditions by the band were phenomenal.

Thank you for learning "Come Away With Me" for our 1st dance, as it was so memorable for us, and your hora and mezinka ceremony were fantastic. It was truly a pleasure to work with you during the planning process, but your work during the reception even exceeded our expectations. The dance floor was packed all night, and we can't even count the number of guests who have inquired about you and gushed about how incredible the band was. In fact, we have never seen so many people stay so long into the night after a wedding, not wanting to go home because they were having such a great time, and we know that was because of the music. We are still receiving glowing comments about you, and have passed your contact information on to many friends.

Once again, thank you for making our wedding night so very special. We will continue to highly recommend the Vincent James Band to anyone, although your work really does speak for itself. Please don't hesitate to send anyone asking for references our way.

With thanks and appreciation,

Ellen & David Gealt

12/1/2006 ~ Romano's Catering

Charles,

From the moment we and the bride’s parents witnessed your showcase, there was absolutely no doubt that Melissa and Scott made the right choice and that there would be no concern about the evening’s entertainment success. The musical selections were wonderful and flowed seamlessly, displaying the band’s versatility and the musicians’ talents, resulting in the dance floor being filled all evening. Throughout the night, and in the days since, we have repeatedly heard comments from guests that this was the best wedding reception they could remember attending, and that the band’s performance helped to make it so. We, of course, agreed heartily with their assessments. Our guess is that you will be hearing from some of them for future events. As parents of the groom, our hope was that the bride and groom and their guests would enjoy the celebration of their nuptials. Our hopes and expectations were exceeded. The party atmosphere,fueled by the love in the room, was certainly enhanced by the performance of the band. We cannot thank you enough for the exceptional job you did, and would certainly recommend highly the Vincent James Band to anyone wishing to enjoy superior entertainment.

Thanks Again,

Richard & Delores Mullen
richbernard13@hotmail.com

12/2/2006 ~ Rittenhouse Hotel

Hi Charles,

I just wanted to thank you for a great evening on Saturday night. The music you played at the Goldsborough - Walters wedding was terrific. You had many complements from the crowd. Everyone was dancing and happy.You are more than welcome to add my comments, and my email address to your website.

Again many thanks for a job well done.

Roz
westiedog2@comcast.net

11/4/2006 ~ Appleford Estate

Charles,

Thank you so much for everything you, and the entire band did to make our wedding a success. Yet again, we received so many compliments on how great the band was. And Mike & I appreciate all you did to make our first song work for us. The whole evening could not have gone any smoother, and much of that is due to you. You can be sure that I will (and have already) recommend you to anyone looking for a band. Hope all is well with you all.

Thanks again,

Steph & Mike
stephcorson@hotmail.com

10/28/2006 ~ Ballroom at the Ben

VJB,

Thank you for your amazing performance at our wedding! All of our guests were blown away -- they kept asking us if you played any events that they could get tickets to, so that they could see you play again. We couldn't have been happier with how the day went - we only wish we could have spent more time enjoying your performance. You really helped make our wedding day perfect.

Best,

Michele and Michael
sherrettabudicak@yahoo.com

10/21/2006 ~ Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club

Charles,

I have to apologize for this letter of appreciation coming so late. In reviewing my old e-mails, I noticed this, and realized that I had never sent you an e-mail after Brian and Juliana's wedding on October 21. I know I shook hands and thanked just about every member of VJB after the reception. I just want to take the time now to let you know that VJB was ABSOLUTELY TREMENDOUS at the reception at Deerfield!! You guys made the event the success it was!! What a wonderful group of talented musicians and voices. My wife and I had a fantastic time as did all of our friends and relatives. ALL OF OUR GUESTS were very impressed with VJB and we have received so many favorable comments about "the band". We would like to thank you all for doing such a great job!! We truly appreciate the talent you possess. We have never danced as much at any wedding. My old knees were sore for days, but it was definitely worth it. I've run out of kids to be married but if I did, you all would be there for sure.

Thanks so much for making Brian and Juliana's wedding day so memorable. I'd like to wish all the members of VJB a blessed happy holiday season, and a prosperous 2007!!

Tom Rahmer
tomr@UDel.Edu

10/21/2006 ~ Deerfield Country Club

Hi Charles and band members,

Your band played at Juliana and Brian's wedding at Deerfield in Delaware. Everyone commented on how "amazing" the band was. The Andrea Bocelli and Louie Armstrong songs made us feel like we were at a live concert. Everyone had such a good time, young and old alike. Our guests raved about how fabulous you were. Thank you for such a wonderful and memorable performance! Thank you also for being so nice to work with. We appreciate it. Of course, we would recommend your band to to anyone!

Thanks again,

Ann Marie and Bill Records
jrecords1@comcast.net

10/8/2006 ~ The Manor House at Commonwealth

Charles & Band,

Wow! The band was awesome. When we try to describe how good the band was, we are sometimes at a loss for words-- because you took our breath away. Throughout the entire night, our guests kept coming up to us to tell us how great you were. Out of the 150 guests, I think 146 of the people had something fantastic to say about the band. The other 4 people were our parents. My Dad said from the beginning that he wouldn't go to the wedding unless there was a band-- little did he know how good you were. At the wedding, we are 100% sure that you knocked our parents' socks off. First, they couldn't stop dancing. Second, they can't stop talking about you. We have come to the agreement that the band will be something that our families will be talking about for at least the next 5 years. Thank you!

Love,

Alexia & Derek
vki2@msn.com

P.S. When you played Shakira, I almost died-- we felt like were at the Shakira concert that we had been to one month ago.

9/30/2006 ~ Brookside Country Club

Charles,

You and your- the Vincent James Band- are unbelievable! We had such high expectations for Caroline's wedding reception, and they were far surpassed! From the moment we booked VJB over a year ago, it had been one of the aspects of the wedding we had most looked forward to, and you blew us and everyone in attendance away! People who weren't even at the wedding, but heard about the awesome band, are asking about you. Maureen was both humorous and personal with her introductions and announcements, and all of our dealings with you over the past year were pleasant and professional. We thank all of you most sincerely. We had more fun at Caroline's wedding than we ever imagined would be possible!

Sincerely,

Trish Boyd
dbpr@rcn.com

9/16/2006 ~ Overbrook Golf Club

Hi Charles,

Just wanted to let you know that everyone enjoyed listening, and dancing to your Band. They were TERRIFIC!!!! Your range of music was impressive!! We enjoyed every minute and wish you and your Band continued success.

All the best,

Donna & Henry Gonzalez
ghenrydonna@yahoo.com

9/2/2006 ~ Spring Mill Manor

Charles,

Sorry it took so long to get this to you, but we took a long vacation after the wedding. I didn't get a chance to see you after the reception. We just wanted to thank you for an amazing night. Our only request from you was to basically keep people up on the dance floor, and I can't recall a time during the entire reception that the dance floor wasn't mobbed. It's three weeks later and I still have people asking me, "what was the name of that band? they were awesome! We had a great time!", etc... I've also passed on your information to a few of my friends, who you may be hearing from in the next few months. Nicole and I were very pleased with the entire night. You guys were great!

Thanks Again,

Kevin & Nicole Brnich
kgb62@comcast.net

8/5/2006 ~ North Hills Country Club

Hi Charles,

I am sorry it has taken me so long to write, but I wanted to thank you for the wonderful job you did at our wedding on August 5, 2006 at North Hills. I couldn't have asked for a better band-I don't think there was a moment during the reception when the dance floor wasn't full. I cannot tell you how many times my guests raved about you-the band truly made the party. I have happily recommended you to some of our guests who have recently gotten engaged, and I hope to see you play at one of their weddings!

Thanks,

Christine Loftus Collins
cloftus73@msn.com

7/1/2006 ~ Ballroom at the Ben

The Vincent James Band is a band that will keep you, and your guests dancing all night long!! Giovanni and I wanted a band that would keep our guests entertained, and they did just that. We both come from Italian families so to have the band play the Sopranos theme song as our entrance into the Ballroom, the Tarantella, and songs from Andrea Bocelli meant the world to us. Every song they play sounds so alive, real, and perfect. They truly are an amazing band. We really would like to thank Vincent James Band for making our wedding night extra special with the sound of your amazing group-no one wanted the night to end! We definitely recommend Vincent James Band to anyone who is looking for live entertainment.

Thanks so much for everything,

Kristin and Giovanni Agresti
215-968-8574

6/24/2006 ~ Bent Creek Country Club

Dear Charles and the Vincent James Band,

We have had so many compliments on your performance at our wedding reception. Friends who I have never seen dance were up on the dance floor at the reception! Thank you for helping to make our special day everything we dreamed of. All of our guests had a fabulous time because you all are very talented musicians. Charles, you have been a pleasure to work with during the planning. You are pleasant and very professional. Thank you again for helping to make our day so special and fun!

Sincerely,

Jenny and Jason Wenrich
althousj@vt.edu

6/10/2006 ~ Crystal Tea Room

Charles,

We wanted to write and thank you, and the band for your services at our wedding. Extremely pleased, does not even describe how happy we were with your performance. We have never seen a dance floor more filled than it was at our wedding. Not to mention all of our guests raved about the band's performance, and versatility.You have our gratitude for making our wedding day one for us, and our guests to remember.

Sincerely,

Alicia & Michael England
englandpdt217@aol.com

5/27/2006 ~ Merion Cricket Club

Dear Charles, Maureen and the entire Vincent James Band,

Our wedding was 11 weeks ago, and the only reason I have waited this long to write and extend my gratitude is because I didn't think words could possibly describe our satisfaction with your phenomenal performance. Your band was the reason for the success of our wedding reception. Throughout the entire night, all of our guests, ranging from college friends to our parent's contemporaries were out on the dance floor. To this day, guests are still telling me, Dan, and our parents how outstanding your performance was. I had spent weeks looking into different bands, and when my mother and I attended your showcase, the search was over. We literally had wanted to get out of our seats and start dancing right there and then! We were convinced that you were the BEST! You not only met our expectations, but you exceeded them in every possible way. Charles, you were an absloute pleasure to work with. I recommend the Vincent James Band wholeheartedly!!

Fondly,

Inez Russo McGowan
inez_russo@yahoo.com

(Received 5/24/06) ~ 12/22/2005 ~ Four Seasons Hotel

Dear Charles:

I am happy that you will be able to perform again with your band at our 2006 Holiday Party. We've used your musicians for the past three years, and have been truly happy with their performance. I have used other bands in the past, some of which are highly regarded, but have not gotten as much positive feedback as I have with yours. Not only do you get people on the dance floor, but your group is exceptional to listen to as well. Thanks again, and I am looking forward to another successful holiday event this year with you at The Four Seasons Hotel.

Sincerely,

Peggy Love
Pepper Hamilton LLP
lovep@pepperlaw.com

5/20/2006 ~ Ballroom at the Ben

VJB,

Thank you so much for making our wedding day so memorable. Leading up to the wedding, we heard so many raves about you all, and were thrilled we were able to book you for our wedding. The wedding night was fantastic. Your choice of music throughout the night encouraged all of our guests to dance, and have a great time. We couldn't have been happier with how our day went, and so many of our guests have been asking us about the "amazing" band we had at our wedding. We will continue to recommend you as our friends get engaged, and thank you again so much for contributing to one of the most memorable days of our lives.

Sincerely,

Rubina and Sam Batt
rubinajaveri@yahoo.com

5/19/2006 ~ Knowlton Mansion

Charles & Band -

We just wanted to thank you all for the great show you put on May 19th. We were extremely happy with the performance, and impressed by your professionalism throughout the entire evening. Everyone we've spoken with since the wedding has had nothing but great things to say about the band. We couldn't have asked for a more memorable, and enjoyable event. The Vincent James Band was most certainly a key contributor to the evening's success. Take care and good luck!

Sincerely,

Jonathan & Kendra Corbett
jcorbett9@hotmail.com

5/13/2006 ~ Overbrook Golf Club

Dear Charles,

A huge thanks to you, Maureen, and the entire band....you were outstanding! Less than a week after the wedding, I bet I've heard raving band comments from about 150 of the 178 people that attended. Several people said they never dance, but found themselves on the dance floor Saturday night. Megan told me how great you are, and I heard for myself at your showcase, so I wasn't surprised at what I heard on Saturday. No doubt whenever asked, I will recommend the Vincent James Band. Thank you so much for helping to make my daughter's wedding so special. Hope to see you soon!

Sincerely,

Eileen D. Bove
eileenbove@yahoo.com

5/6/2006 ~ Normandy Farm

Hi Charles, Maureen, and the entire Band -

I just got back a few days ago, and could not wait to write you a note to tell you what an amazing job you and the band did at our wedding. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your performance, and all your hard work. People started dancing the minute you began to play, and did not stop until the very last song was over. We are still getting calls weeks later from people telling us that they have never had more fun at a wedding reception, and I give you and your band all the credit. My guests enjoyed your performance more than you know, and you would be amazed at how many times I have given out your number in the short time since the wedding!! I also wanted to tell you what a pleasure it was working with you, and I appreciate the time you took to ensure everything was just what we wanted. I cannot thank you enough for the amazing performance as well as the memories of a fun filled reception. You and your band are fabulous, and hopefully I will get to hear you play again very soon. Thanks for everything!

Danielle and Bryan Moore (DiNapoli)
ddinapol@aol.com

4/22/2006 ~ The Downtown Club

We wanted to tell you that the VJB was the best thing we did for our wedding. You all made it one of the most memorable days of our lives, and sure had our guests dancing the night away. Our guests continue to rave about what an amazing band you were, and I thought to myself your right. I remember the first time I heard you at a company party and how I never sat down. No other band has been comparable to you, and that was why we picked the VJB for our wedding. Thank you for all you did to make our wedding so special, and meaningful. Also, I can't forget to tell you that you did an amazing job on the Italian songs played at our wedding, it added that special touch coming from Italian families. Everyone still can't stop talking about your band, even three months later!!! Thank you again.

Sincerely,

Melanie and Paul Pascarella
mdepalma27@hotmail.com

4/22/06 ~ The Downtown Club

I attended the wedding of Melanie and Paul Pascarella on Saturday, and you played at their reception. I love music and appreciate all kinds. You did such a wonderful job on everything you did, especially the Andre Bocelli music which was flawless. It made a special day even more so. I have been talking about your group to anyone who will listen, and will recommend you whenever I hear someone say they are looking for a band. Good luck to all of you, and I hope you have many more years of making great music! I am going to check to see where you may be playing in the future where I can come to see you.

Carol Bush
cabush@brinkercapital.com

(Received 3/15/06) ~ 7/30/05 ~ Greystone Mansion

Dear Charles,

This note is long overdue, but Rick and I cannot thank you enough for all you and your band did to make our wedding day so special. What can I say? You and your band were absolutely fabulous. We had a absolutely wonderful evening, and you and your band were a big part of it. Your professionalism and talents were outstanding! Everyone is still raving about the band and how great you made the evening. Your music was central to our joy, happiness and many cherished memories. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Again, we can't thank you enough for helping make our wedding wonderful.

Kindest regards,

Sabrina and Rick DeYoung
PrincessSabrinaC@aol.com

2/25/06 ~ Hyatt Regency Princeton

Dear Charles,

Once again the Vincent James Band wove a magic spell over our winter office party. The music was, as usual, superb. The vocalists were extraordinary. Everyone danced the evening away, which was just what we on the committee had hoped would happen. Thanks again for your multi-talented performance.

Sincerely,

Evann Gleeson
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
egleeso@rwjf.org

2/11/06 ~ Rittenhouse Hotel

Dear VJB:

When booking my vendors I was most worried about choosing the right band, because I knew that the music would determine the success of my wedding reception. I am forever grateful that we chose The Vincent James Band. Your talent went beyond anything I had ever imagined. Our dance floor was packed all night long, and our guests chanted "One more song!" at the night's end. We STILL receive cards from guests telling us that our wedding was one of the best they'd ever been to, and I credit you guys 100% for that compliment. Charles was always right in advising me how to plan the affair, and Maureen (the little lady with the BIG voice!) was a spectacular Master of Ceremonies. I am constantly thankful that we chose VJB, because every time I look at our pictures I can see the fun every one of our guests were having while they danced all night long. Your ability to read the crowd, and perform the songs perfectly, sets you apart from any other band I have ever experienced. No one should celebrate with any other band. Lastly, even though it was a blizzard outside on the night of our wedding, you guys didn't skip a beat - you would have NEVER known there were 27 inches of snow falling!

Thank you so much for making such a wonderful memory for us!

Jen and Bryan
jenniferlmagid@yahoo.com

(Received 2/6/06) ~ 6/18/05 ~ Aronimink Golf Club

Hi VJB!!!!

I want to apologize for not doing this sooner, but I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your performance at my wedding at Aronimink Golf Club on June 18th, 2005. You were recommended to us by the event planner at Aronimink, who had VJB at his wedding. I am so glad that he made this recommendation, because you made our reception everything I have always dreamed of ... TONS OF FUN!!!! It has been 8 months since the wedding and my parents, Philip, and I are still receiving compliments about "the Band". I even gave my friend and her boyfriend your business card because they want you to play for their wedding. (They are not even engaged yet.) I remember when I was planning the reception and I wanted a DJ, but my parents insisted on a band. I am glad I listened to them. Three months prior to my wedding my friend got married. She had a DJ and the dance floor was empty. You kept my dance floor packed due to your spectacular playing and your wonderful stage presence. Every song you played sounded like the real artists were present (Louis Armstrong, Andrea Bocelli/Sarah Brightman, and Dave Matthews to name a few). A member of the country club asked how we were able to book Andrea Bocelli. We can't say enough about VJB. I guess the one complaint I have for VJB is that you made my reception fly by because you were AWESOME!!!! I will continue to recommend VJB to our friends and family so that we can hear you again soon.

Thanks again,

Kristin and Philip Sherman
kseidner2001@yahoo.com

12/17/05 ~ Chester Valley Country Club

Dear Charles, Maureen and Band Members,

What can we say? When we had you play for Meghan and Adam's wedding reception in October of 2000, we were delighted beyond words. When it came time to plan for Meredith and Jonathan's wedding reception this past December 17th, there was no question as to who we wanted to be the entertainment. We had no doubt that you would be spectacular, but the nagging question in the back of our minds was "Would we be able to top the first one?" Needless to say, we had nothing to fear. You all were so amazing, and we have heard even more positive comments than we heard the first time. Everyone who attended both of our weddings agree that you sound even better the second time around, if that's possible. With all of the details to worry about when planning a wedding, the one thing that we never stress about is our band. As you know, we have another daughter and a son to be married. No wedding dates will be selected until we check with you regarding availability, because without you all, our weddings wouldn't be the fantastic events that they have been. You truly make the wedding reception!! Thanks again for a great night.

Sincerely,

Tim and Carol
conclan6@comcast.net

11/18/05 ~ Radnor Valley Country Club

Charles,

I just wanted to say a HUGE thank you for playing our wedding. You guys were a smashing success. Guests from a wide variety of tastes and age groups have all been complimenting the band. Just wanted to pass along the kudos. Also, please give Maureen my thanks for her help coordinating. My dad actually thought she was with the club at first! We really needed the guidance in the midst of such a busy day. Hope to see you again sometime,

Tiffany
tiffjeanne@yahoo.com

10/29/05 ~ Spring Mill Manor

Hi Charles,

Thank You for making our wedding so special. You really made the party great! The music was perfect. We really appreciate it. So many people had such wonderful things to say about you. Feel free to use us as a reference anytime! We are looking forward to seeing you at Marsha Stamm/Josh Gayl's wedding in May.

Thanks again!

Carly & Seth Hirsch
Carkals7@aol.com

10/22/05 ~ Hilton Hotel ~ Woodcliffe Lake, NJ

(From the Bride's parents)

Dear Charles:

We cannot thank you enough for providing our guests with absolutely wonderful music at our daughter's wedding on Saturday night! Our guests cannot stop raving about how fabulous your band was and how much they enjoyed dancing and listening to your music. You helped to make it a perfect evening for us and our children! Thank you again.

Very truly yours,

Marjorie and David Levinson

(From the Bride and Groom)

Dear Charles:

We recently returned from our honeymoon and wanted to take the opportunity to thank you. The Vincent James Band is truly fabulous. One month after our wedding, guests are still raving about our great band. The comments from guests are amazing. Thank you for making the trip to North Jersey. We certainly appreciated it and can't wait for the next family wedding so we can make sure VJB is there! We would be happy for you to post our letters on your site and wish you continued success.

Regards,

Lauren and Jeff (Levinson / Cherkas)
laurenlevinson@artistictile.com

10/15/05 ~ Radnor Hotel

Hi Charles,

I just wanted to thank you and Maureen and the rest of the band for a wonderful job you did at my wedding on 10/15. I received so many compliments on how great the band was and everyone was asking me the name of your band and how I found you. My guests especially loved when you sang the Andrea Bocelli song, as well as the Italian songs (as you probably noticed from all the people on the dance floor). Although I knew when I heard your band for the first time that I would not have to worry about anything and that my guests and I would love the band. Thanks for a wonderful performance!!

I also wanted to tell you what a pleasure it was working with you and I appreciate the time you took to ensure everything was just what I wanted.

Thanks again,

Karen & Carmen Gerace
FogliaKM@aetna.com

9/30/05 ~ Blue Bell Country Club

Dear VJB,

Judging from your client feedback, you probably don't need any more accolades, but your performance at Joe and Christina's wedding last Friday evening was phenomenal. You are a wonderfully talented group of artists. Whenever we -- or anyone we know -- needs a band, VJB will be the first call.

All the best,

David Knauss
DKnauss1@aol.com

8/12/05 ~ Hotel Du Pont

(From the Brides Mother)

The Vincent James Band,

Thank you for entertaining our family and friends at Jayme and Mike's wedding. Everyone complimented your unbelievable talent. You actually put on a show. The standing ovation was well deserved. Your band was a big hit at our affair. We have two more children left to get married so we will be calling on you to perform again.

(From the Bride)

Charles,

We really enjoyed your band, what a talented group of people!! I still have people coming up to me and complimenting the band and asking for your card. I don't ever remember attending a wedding where the band got a standing ovation!!

Thanks again,

Jayme Robertson
carrozj@garnetvalleyschools.com

7/23/05 ~ Radnor Valley Country Club

Dear Charles,

Bob and I want to thank you and your band for the wonderful music. As I wrote once before, good music is the "heart" of the celebration. Your music made our daughter's wedding reception an event to remembered. Our friends and family repeatedly asked, "Where did you find this fabulous band?" Bob and I have now become your best fans and will thoroughly enjoy passing out your contact information. We hope we will be able to attend another event where you will be playing. In the meantime, if you ever want us to sing your praises, we'll be happy to attend your showcase evening. Also, we still continue to receive phone calls, thank you notes and emails from our friends and they all mention how fabulous the band was.

Thanks again,

Dolores & Bob Antenucci
antenuccidra@aol.com

7/9/05 ~ Radnor Valley Country Club

Dear Charles,

Please accept our thanks and gratitude for the fantastic music you provided for our daughter and son-in-law's wedding (Nicole and Ted) at the Radnor Valley Country Club on July 9th. The dance floor was never empty and, in fact, it was full up until the end, when everyone savored the last song of the evening. Our crowd ranged from 17 to 75 and your music delighted everyone! Thank goodness we have a video of the wedding to capture the music live over and over! Everyone had a wonderful time and loved the music and your entire group for the variety and talent.

One of the nicest compliments we received was from my boss whose son is now getting married. He said that the Vincent Jamesa Band was the BEST band he had ever heard at a wedding. Believe me, this is a true compliment. Rather than giving up our CD that you sent to us when we were contemplating hiring your band, I would like to ask if you could send me a CD that I could give to my boss for his son. I also recommended that he attend one of your sessions.

Thanks again for the time of our lives! As you can tell, I would highly recommend your group to everyone!

Mary Fullam
mfullam@ginsey.com

(Received 7/12/05) ~ 1/16/05 ~ Somerset Hills Hotel, Warren, NJ

Hello Charles, Maureen and all of the VJB members!

I apologize for taking so long in getting this THANK YOU out to you. I can't believe that 6 months have passed by so quickly. Working with you to prepare for our reception was a pleasure and the band was wonderful. I wish I could come up with a better word but, wonderful will have to do. I still have people telling me what a great job you guys (and Maurreen!!!) did. One guest said that our wedding song (Hear and Now) was sung better than when Luther Vandross recorded it. Another guest got chills down her spine when The Prayer was performed. You had guests dancing that I thought I would never see on a dance floor. Another guest told me that she couldn't remember the last time she was at a wedding when an entire table of guests sang along with the band and had such a blast.

Steve and I moved to Florida the day after the wedding and if we ever win the lottery we are flying the VJB down to Florida to help us celebrate! Thanks again for everything. I would be so happy to be able to provide a reference for you.

Steve and Pat Langford
pjdlangford@msn.com

6/4/05 ~ Overbrook Golf Club

Dear Vincent James Band,

What a band !! We could have danced to you all night. Everyone commented on how fantastic you are and we couldn't agree more! We had the best experience from the planning / preparation to the actual day- thank you! Everyone was dancing and that is exactly what we wanted- lots of happy & sweaty guests!! You made our reception the success that is was- thank you! Your band is incredible & we look forward to opportunities to hear you again!!

Love,

Beth & Mike
Beth (Duffy) & Mike Boylan
emd0831@hotmail.com

5/29/05 ~ Inn At Penn

Dear Charles,

The glow of last weekend still shines brightly. Bruce and I have received so many calls over the past week from our family and guests who have allowed us to re-live the wedding over and over. Now it's time to share some of that with you.

You promised me ahead of time that I had nothing to worry about- the reception would meet our expectations and not need my attention. How true your words were, Charles. Of course, by the time the party began I was ready to put the entire affair into your hands and that of our caterer. The two of you put together a flawless affair. Everything seemed to flow smoothly and my guests loved every detail. Above all else, the music was the driving force of the party. From our perspective, your band was incredible- from the first notes of the ceremony through to the end. In the words of those who have spoken to me since the affair:

"The band was great just to sit and listen to."
"I don't know what got into me. I just couldn't stop dancing!" (My 88-year-old mother)
"The flow of the evening was perfect."
"The band had an amazing range of music."
"Even the contemporary music had a beat I could dance to."

Charles, I could go on but it gets repetitive. Never was I so sure of a decision as when I picked your band. And, as I knew would be the case, you fulfilled my family's high expectations. I know I stressed about things unnecessarily, but maybe that's what makes the result so especially sweet. Please share my sentiments with your band members, all of whom wowed our guests. (Cantor Weiss was especially pleased by the accompaniment during the ceremony.) I wish you lots of success with your band and hope that I'll get to hear you as a guest in the near future.

Nancy Shenker
nshenker4@yahoo.com

Hi Charles,

My name is Denis Patrick and you played at my wedding at the William Penn Inn about two and a half years ago. I stumbled across your rendition of The Prayer on my computer and the memory brought tears to my eyes. We selected that song to be played at the start of dinner and I remember it like it was yesterday. The entire room went dead silent when everyone realized that what they were hearing was live, from your band. The room erupted in cheers and applause when you finished that song. It was awesome and still brings tears to the eyes thinking about it. Anyway, Joyce and I would love to see your band play again. You used to play New Years Eve at the William Penn Inn. Are you playing anywhere open to the public in the near future?

Take care,

Denis Patrick
denispatrick100@hotmail.com

5/7/05 ~ Philadelphia Cricket Club

Hi Charles, Maureen, and the whole Vincent James Band!!!

We're just back from our honeymoon and the whirlwind of the past few weeks and we wanted to be sure to sit down right away and send out a very large THANK YOU to you for how wonderful you were at our wedding. We loved every last minute of the whole evening, and you made the event an unbelievable bash! It was WONDERFUL to see everyone out on the dance floor until the very last minute possible...and we have received lots of comments and thank you notes from people expressing what a great time they had (and what a great band you are!). So, thank you very much for being a big piece of making our wedding and reception extra special - and thank you for having been so easy to work with throughout the whole planning process. The evening truly was as perfect as I could have imagined it could ever be.

Best of luck to you - we will give you rave reviews to anyone who asks, you can rest assured!

Meg and Sam Steere
meg_ounsworth@hotmail.com

3/19/05 ~ Deerfield Country Club

Charles,

Thanks to you and the band for doing a fantastic job at our wedding on March 19, 2005 Deerfield CC. It seemed like every guest was asking us for your name and how we found you. You really know how to get people out of their chairs and onto the dance floor. You helped make a memorable evening even more memorable. Please pass our thanks along to the rest of the band!

Sincerely,

Michelle and Tom Curry
michelle_decaire@hotmail.com

(Received 3/14/05) ~ 10/16/04 ~ Spingfield Country Club

Dear Charles,

Your band played at my wedding on 10/16/04 at the Springfield Country Club. I've been meaning to email you for months to let you know how FANTASTIC the music was at the wedding! We have gotten so many compliments on the band. Your choices of music were perfect from being introduced to the last dance, everything was extraordinary and you must have read me and my husbands mind because the last song you played at the end of the night is one of our favorites!! So that was really special! I can't thank you enough for such a wonderful job we love watching the video, the music just made the night. The dance floor was packed all night with every age group there. Thank you again!!!

Fondly,

Gina and Jason Quinzi

(Received 3/10/05) ~ 11/13/04 ~ Waynesboro Country Club

Dear Charles, Maureen, and the entire band,

It has been a little more than three months since you played at our wedding - and our friends and family can't stop raving about the "band!" You were amazing at my sister's wedding four years ago and once again stole the show at our wedding! Bill and I love watching our wedding video because from the moment the reception began the dance floor was packed! Our guests danced more than they ever had at any other wedding! Thank you for making our day so incredible- you are the best!
We have already passed along your information on to several people and would be honored to recommend your services to friends and family!

Fondly,

Megan and Bill Leckey
megan_Leckey@ml.com

2/26/05 ~ Bar Mitzvah ~ William Penn Inn

Dear Charles and Band,

Wow, what an amazing night we had at the William Penn Inn due largely to you and your amazing band. You exceeded our expectations, and although I know you hear this often, you really made our party perfect. Everyone raved. Everyone danced, kids and adults, just as we wanted. I can't thank you enough. Please send a huge thanks to Cortez. He was terrific w/ the kids. Please let me know what I need to do to save the date Saturday of Memorial Day weekend 2008. I'm absolutely serious. I want to give you a deposit!

With warmest thanks,

Ami & Mike Salzman
salzman6@comcast.net

01/29/05 ~ Hyatt ~ Princeton, NJ

Dear Vincent James Band,

What a treat! Your performance lifted our party clear up to the stars. Everyone remarked on your wonderful singing voices. You sound just like the recordings. People just danced and danced. You have such a comprehensive range of musical selections, and can oblige any request. We will surely get on your calendar for next year, because everyone wants to repeat this excellent musical evening.

Thanks again,

Evann Gleeson
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
egleeso@rwjf.org

1/29/05 ~ Hyatt ~ Princeton, NJ

I work at The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and attended our function last Saturday evening at the Hyatt. Your band is excellent! Everyone in the band has a fantastic voice, and your selection of music was exceptional. I have attended many functions and by far, your band is the best I have ever heard. Do you play at any clubs, or just at private functions? The Foundation usually has at least one function a year. Hope to see you at the next one.

Gail Benish
gbenish@rwjf.org

12/31/04 ~ William Penn Inn

Charles,

My husband and I brought a group of 10 friends to the New Years Eve event at the William Penn Inn. I had e-mailed you last year to find out where you would be playing because you had performed at our wedding in June 1992 at the Hotel DuPont in Wilmington DE. After hearing back from you we got our group together so they could hear you. You guys did an awesome job!!! We danced all night. Could you let me know where you'll be next New Years and are you scheduled for any clubs in the area in the next 6 months? Thanks in advance and keep up the incredible job you do.

Donna Moloney

11/20/04 ~ Doubletree Hotel Philadelphia

Charles,

Thank you so much for the amazing job that you and the band did at our wedding. Everyone said the same thing- they loved the band. It was great working with you this past year, and the result was an incredibly perfect reception! Thank you!! Lou and I can't wait 'til October when we get to hear you all again at our friend's wedding. We hope you and all the others had a wonderful Christmas & wish you the best for the upcoming year!

Happy New Year!

Heather & Lou D'Onofrio
heatherkriebel@hotmail.com

11/6/04 ~ The Willows

Dear Charles,

This is long overdue, but Christine and I would like to thank you and the rest of VJB for playing our wedding reception on November 6, 2004 at The Willows. In my position at Aronimink GC I have seen VJB on numerous occasions at weddings and member events. However, the band's performance at our wedding reception was most memorable. Your professionalism and musicianship was much appreciated. The band certainly knows how to play to a crowd, and played the right mix of classic rock, big band, R & B, Top 40 and Italian songs. My relatives from Italy enjoyed the bands selection of Italian songs. It was like the wedding scene from the Godfather! We asked you to learn a difficult first song, Real Love, and it sounded amazing! Thanks again to you and the rest of the band! I look forward to working with you again at future member events at Aronimink.

Warmly,

Vincenzo R. Nelli
Catering Manager
Aronimink Golf Club

(Received 11/20/04) ~ 03/19/04 ~ William Penn Inn

I absolutely had to let the entire band know how excellent you all were at our wedding. I have never had so much fun. The wedding was in March, it is now November and our guests are still talking about what a great party that was. I don't even want to know what it would have been like if you hadn't played at our wedding. YOU MADE THE RECEPTION! Thank you from the very bottom of my heart. Thank you for keeping everyone dancing... thank you for playing amazing music... and thank you for making my day more than what I had ever hoped for. I know I will see you all again.

Sincerely,

Noel Becht
Neoleander81@aol.com

(Received 9/10/04) ~ 10/01/00 ~ Presidential Caterers

Dear Charles (and the rest of the band)

This letter is long over due, but I can't thank you enough for the wonderful entertianment you provided us at our wedding back in 2000. So many people came up to us and wanted to get your business card because they said that they have never seen a band so classy and talented. I myself was on the dance floor all night because everything you played was just perfect. You all are just AMAZING!!

Thanks again,

Chere & Joe Bruno
Brunoc@Wyeth.com

5/1/04 ~ Overbrook Golf Club

Dear Charles,

It's been almost 3 months since Liz and Brandon's wedding and I'm still hearing comments from friends and family about the great band we had at the wedding. Not one person has failed to mention "the band". I am very appreciative of what you all did to make the reception a night to remember. You can be assured that I will be recommending VJB to all who ask, and as soon as our other daughter is engaged (which may be a while), she or I will be calling you first before setting the date! Thank you so much for being a part of our special day.

Sincerely,

Jane Corson
610/525-9829

PS Liz and Brandon loved the way you did the Prince song.

2/21/04 ~ Doubletree Hotel

Dear Mr. Interrante,

Leon and I wish to thank you and the members of the Vincent James Band for what we can only state was a spectacular presentation of great sounds at our daughter's and son-in-law's first anniversary party at the Doubletree- February 21st. Our guests included a few music educators and amateur classical music "buffs" as well as a major variety of very well traveled young people and compliments raved over and over- it is not something we solicited but there were too many not to let you know. I think one of my husband's friends said it best- there was nothing you did not like about this group- appearance, range of music and the constant flow.

Again, our thanks,

Patricia A. Miamidian
610/279-7645

1/24/04 ~ Marriott Conshohocken

Dear Charles,

I just wanted to say Thanks to you and ALL of the band members for the amazing entertainment you provided at our wedding on January 24th! Steven and I really enjoyed ourselves and found ourselves on the dance floor most of the night...as did everyone else! My Mother(73) and Father(75) seemed to really enjoy themselves especially. Everyone has asked us for your name and we keep hearing great things about "the band!". Please know that we extend sincere thanks to you and Maureen and ALL the band members for making our wedding the best we could have ever imagined! As you could tell it was a very emotional day for many reasons and your band was one of the finishing touches that brought it all together! You did a wonderful job with our wedding song....and "To Sir with Love" was beautiful....my Dad was surprised and loved it! Thanks again! Please feel free to send me a few of your cards and I'll be sure to pass your name along....although I think your word of mouth referrals are keeping you busy already!

Best Regards,

Kathleen and Steven Malahias
kate6logan@earthlink.net

11/15/03 ~ Overbrook Country Club

Charles,

I wanted to thank you and all of the members of your team for making our wedding an absolute success! As you know, you came highly recommended from a colleague that attended a wedding in which you played; after we brought my parents to your showcase, we knew that you were the band we wanted, and had to have, at our wedding. Throughout the planning process, you listened and provided a number of suggestions all the while focusing on our needs for the event – something every anxious bride needs but rarely finds.

When we arrived at the reception you were set up and ready to go. From the announcement of our bridal party through our first dance everything was seamless – no small task. You were flexible enough to allow my father and I to dance to a traditional Hungarian song, which you worked in perfectly. Your selection of songs throughout the entire evening was perfect and met the needs of our extremely diverse group!!! We were thrilled to see the tables empty and the dance floor packed the entire evening – the older generation trying to out dance the younger. For weeks afterwards, friends and family called my parents to rave about how phenomenal our band was – in fact they still do! What a fantastic way to kickoff our new life together! Thank your for making our night a triumph!

I am happy to share our experience with Vincent James Band with anyone that will listen. Our home phone number is 201-223-2690 and my personal email is jen_kovacs@yahoo.com. Please do not hesitate to share my comments. I hope that our paths will cross again sometime soon.

Regards,

Mrs. Jennifer Lynn
jen_kovacs@yahoo.com

10/18/03 ~ Four Seasons Philadelphia

Dear Charles, Maureen, Don, Tony, Joe, John, Rick, Lawrence & Nick~

As the whirlwind of our wedding in October and the hubbub of the holiday season have started to calm down, we have finally had the chance to settle in and honestly absorb the excitement of being married and to assess our wedding festivities. It was a truly magical day for us ~a dream come true, and we thank you from the bottoms of our hearts for playing (literally and figuratively :) such a big part in making it such a wonderful event! From the first time we heard you at the showcase, we knew that your music was top-notch. We couldn't sit still that night, and we looked forward to hearing you play for us on our Big Day. All of the phone conversations and interactions leading up to the wedding were professional, prompt, and thoughtful. And on October 18th we were treated to a performance better than we could ever have hoped for or dreamt of! Our friends and family raved endlessly on the quality AND diversity of your music, and as the packed dance floor proved all night, you made it a first-class, very fun party, and we truly had the time of our lives! We are so pleased and honored to have had the opportunity to work with you, and we hope to find another time to hear your amazing band again. Honestly, no note or words can ever express our appreciation to you for your performance at our wedding, and we cannot tell you how very many compliments we got from everyone in attendance, both that evening and afterwards. We will be sure to recommend you to anyone in need of an incredible band at their affair, and we hope that we will have the chance to dance to your music again in the future as well. The memories of our wedding day will be everlasting, and we are very glad that you were the band to make it such a special day! Best wishes to all of you for a happy and healthy New Year!

Many thanks,

Debbie & Paul Kelly
dipdome@yahoo.com

10/11/2003 ~ Merion Cricket Club

As a follow-up to our phone conversation, I wanted to once again express thanks for making our wedding "the best wedding" as friends and family have gushed. The number one consistent comment we heard again and again,was how phenomenal the band was-- followed by, "I have been to alot of weddings, but this was by far the best band I have ever heard". This was shared by all age groups as you catered to each generation and style of music which was evident by the non-stop activity on the dance floor.

After attending several showcases of other bands and being impressed but not "wowed", I asked my banquet coordinator who she recommended from her vast experience. She immediately responded with "The Vincent James Band". After attending your showcase I knew you were THE band that had to play on our special day. As you may recall, you were not available on our wedding date, so I switched our date to fit your availability-- this was the best decision I made with our wedding planning. Not only was the talent of the band members impressive regarding their vocal range and versatility of music, but you were so enjoyable to work with. You listened to my needs, spoke to me at length, shared your experience, offered suggestions, and accomodated my wishes to make the event all that I had hoped for ---ultimately exceeding my expectations. Your band is a class act through and through.

Please feel free to give out our names and numbers for referrals.

Thanks again!

Kristin Brown & Paul Rumbos
Pjrum@aol.com

9/6/2003 ~ PineCrest Country Club

Dear Vincent James Band,

On behalf of all of our family, friends, and guests, Anthony and I would like to thank you for making our wedding day truly one to remember. Even now, four months later, we consistently get compliments on how phenomenal the Vincent James Band was. We were overjoyed at our reception when we noticed that all of the tables were EMPTY and everyone was up dancing. It was absolutely fantastic! Your impeccable style, sound, and enthusiasm made our reception THE INCREDIBLE EVENT that it was. You continually amazed our guests with your talent to the point of applause. We could have never expected, or asked for more.

Sincerely,

Lauren and Anthony Tornetta
laurentornetta@verizon.net

Dear Charles,

The guest tables sat empty, the wedding cake went uneaten and the ice cream returned to the kitchen as soup. The happy party goers said the Vincent James Band was soooooo great they could not leave the dance floor. One friend said that 190 people were at the reception and 185 were on the dance floor. Another looked around and said he spotted only one person sitting at a table.Thanks to all of you for making Megan's and Jon's wedding reception a smashing success.

Best Regards,

Bob and Mary Moran
mortmoran@aol.com (Bride's parents)
josmith27@comcast.net (Groom)

8/22/03 ~ Whitemarsh Valley Country Club

Dear Charles,

"The band was fantastic" and "They were the best band we've heard" - Those were just a few of the praises we heard after our wedding. Thank you so much for making it a wonderful evening for both our guests and us. We've never seen a dance floor so crowded so early!You were a pleasure to work with and we look forward to spreading the VJB name to family and friends.

Warmest regards,

Megan and Jon Smith
615/300-3558

8/9/03 ~ Aronimink golf Club ~ McEntee/Noyes Wedding

Attended a wedding this past weekend and I must say- the band was FANTASTIC. I danced the whole night! Sure wish I lived in your area-would follow you. Thanks for a great evening of music. Your range is incredible!

dee
sndybtm@aol.com

Friday ~ 7/25/03 ~ Colombia Station

Dear Vincent James Band,

Just a note to thank you for your part in making a perfect night for Brooke and Ilya. Your band is wonderful and so versatile! You received many compliments and we will recommend you to anyone who needs a band.

Nancee & Terry Archer
tarcher@comcast.net

Sunday ~ 7/20/03 ~ Knowlton Mansion

Charles,

We just wanted to drop you a note to say that we really were impressed by the Vincent James Band. You are a very talented group and you really were the icing on the cake for a beautiful wedding day. We and our guests loved listening and dancing to your music. We have had such wonderful compliments such as the "best wedding band I've ever heard" it makes us so pleased that everyone enjoyed you so much. Your breadth of material and various lead vocals really stood out and we are so glad we chose you for our wedding. We've already given your name and information out to those who have asked and will continue to do so.

Regards,

Jackie & Scott Koehler
jhoffman526@hotmail.com

7/4/03 ~ Pinecrest Country Club

Dear Charles,

Thanks to you and "all" the band members, our daughter's wedding exceeded our expectations. The day was perfect from beginning to end and a great time was had by everyone who attended. We are still hearing about the fabulous band! Your music highlighted the reception and we are already reliving Kristi and Dave's wedding on video. Thank you for a wonderful evening and please know that we will recommend you to anyone who asks about "a band" for their reception. Regards to all.

Nancy Morrisroe
morrisroea@aol.com

06/28/03 ~ Manor House at Commonwealth

Dear Charles,

Thanks so much to you and all the members of the VJB for providing such wonderful music at our daughter's wedding reception. You were all so terrific and everyone had a great time. I wanted to pass on all the compliments we've received. Even the wait staff at the Manor House expressed to us that you were one of the best bands they'd heard there. The reception was unforgettable thanks to all of you. Please extend my thanks to Maureen and everyone.

Pat Rush
TommRu@aol.com

06/7/2003 ~ Hotel Du Pont

Dear Charles,

Through all the planning and anticipation leading up to a wedding, one only hopes the reality lives up to the expectations. Thanks to the Vincent James Band, our vision became a reality! Thank you and the other musicians for helping to make Nicole and Patrick's wedding so amazingly memorable. Guests are still calling to rave about the evening and everyone cannot stop complimenting the band. Your sound, variety of material and presentation will keep them talking for a very long time. The musical accompaniment at the church was literally the icing on the cake- the wedding cake to be sure! It was a pleasure working with you. We appreciated you talent, professionalism and flexibility in trying to please us. Thank you for helping to create this most memorable day in all our lives. I would be more than happy to recommend you to any prospective clients. Feel free to post my note! I hope my future holds more events that warrant my need for musicians and I hope you will be available on those occasions!

Sincerely,

Rosemary Fanandakis
cfanandakis@comcast.net

2/15/2003 ~ Pinecrest CC

Our family wants to thank you for making our parents 50th anniversary party absolutely fantastic. Everyone of our guests Saturday night were commenting on how wonderful the band was, how great the sound was, and the wide selection of music that was played. The dance floor was never empty, and by the end of the night no one wanted to leave. It was an exceptional night and the VJB was a huge part of its success.

Thanks again, and we will recommend you anytime!

The Colyar Family
user401766@aol.com

Friday~ 2/14/2003 ~ Union League

Charles,

Thanks so much for making our wedding a spectacular event to always remember! Your professionalism and focus on our special requests and needs was truly exceptional! We have received letters, cards, and phone messages with fond appreciation for your bands performance. You were "everything you promised" and so much more.

All our best,

Diana and Craig Haines
diana.foxwell@pharma.novartis.com

(Received 02/12/2003) ~ 10/03/1998 ~ Penn Rynn Mansion

Hey Charles,

glad to see you and the band still doing well. Your group made our wedding so special as folks still talk 5 years later that it was the best "especially the band" wedding they had ever attended..Your group performed for us at the Penn Rynn Mansion Oct 3 1998 and we had a ball! This October 3rd is the our 5 year Anniversary and I want to see if we can do it again. I am planning something and want to know if the band is available for the night? Please e-mail me as I am keeping this quiet.

Thanks and hope to hear from you soon,

Jeff Smith
jsmith@sovereignbank.com

Friday ~ 1/10/2003 ~ Knowlton Mansion, Phila.

Charles (& the rest of the band),

Thank you for making our day such a blast. Everyone is talking about how great you guys were. I've never seen so many people on the dance floor at a wedding. We had so much fun. Thank you for learning our song, it was beautiful. Thank you for being such a joy to talk to all throughout this completely stressful time. It was all worth it. I have loads of single girlfriends. When their big days come, I'll make sure they keep you in mind! You can post the letter and my e-mail address. Thanks again, you guys were great. Everyone is still raving about the band.

Thanks Charles, you guys were amazing!

Dana & Rob Keddie
rkeddie@tcslawyers.com

12/7/2002 ~ Old York Road Country Club

Letter: I posted a message on the website (see below) but I also wanted to thank you personally for being so great to work with while planning our wedding. I also wanted to thank you for being willing to let my brother sing with you. That was such a special surprise for me! I wished I had thought to ask you this sooner and I don't know if you even keep a record, but I was wondering if you happen to have a list of the songs you played at our reception. I would love to have a copy for my scrapbook if you do. Also, do you sell any CD's? A lot of the music was captured on video but I would love to have something to pop in my CD player every once in a while. Thanks again for everything. You guys were fantastic! Best wishes for 2003 to you and the rest of the band.

Website feedback: I just wanted to take a minute to thank you for playing at our wedding on December 7th. You guys were fantastic! Our wedding reception was everything I hoped it would be and the music was a huge part of that. The dance floor was packed all night! So many of our guests have commented on how wonderful the band was. I would recommend the Vincent James Band in a heartbeat. Please feel free to use me as a reference.

Sincerely,

Melissa Kershner Lenihan
kershnm@slhn.org

11/17/2002 ~ showcase

We very much enjoyed your showcase last Friday night. The instrumentation of the songs was excellent, but what was exceptionally noteworthy was the lead singers' performance. All of your vocalists are outstanding. We would very much like to have the band perform for my daughters reception on October 16, 2004. I would appreciate it if you could let me know when would be a good time that I can call you to make arrangements to prepare a contract for the event. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Thanks again.

Fred Mazzarella
e: mazzfm@comcast.net

letter dated 11/12/02 ~ Pinecrest CC

Don't know if you remember me, but you and your band played at my daughters wedding on 7/6/02. I have just watched the wedding video at least 1000 times and each time I just loved hearing your music!! Your music is terrific and to see everyone dancing non stop is wonderful!
We think the day was just about perfect and VJB helped make it such a memorable day.

Thank you,

Barbara Sunderland
p: 610-539-5536
Read the brides comments.

11/2/2002 ~ Aronimink Golf Club

We wanted to write and thank you for doing such a wonderful job at our wedding. We cannot tell you how many people have approached us to say what a wonderful band you were and what a wonderful time they had. Our goal going into the wedding was to have everyone out on the dance floor and for everyone to say they had fun. You sure accomplished that.

Prior to our wedding, we had not had the opportunity to see your band play live as we were planning our wedding from a distance. When we were in search of a band to play at our wedding we spoke to several bands in the area and listened to several sample CD's. We chose VJB mostly based on your sample DVD and CD along with the fact that you came highly recommended from our reception site, Aronimink Golf Club. Your CD was above and beyond the best that we had heard. It is a little nerve racking choosing a band that you have never seen in person, but you certainly met and exceeded our hopes and expectations, and for that we thank you.

So to sum it up, we thank you all for doing such a wonderful job at our reception. We had such an incredible time due to your band. You were great and we would recommend you to anyone. We had a great time!

Sincerely,

Elizabeth and Leon Barnes
Elm12@sprintmail.com

10/13/2002 ~ Ballroom at the Ben

I wanted to write and thank you and the rest of the band for making my daughter's wedding on October 13th a night to remember. I had high expectations and you blew right past them. To keep a Sunday night wedding with 80+% of the guests dancing until the last note, you know you had to be great. It was a perfect night and I thank you and the group for being an important part of it.

Please thank Anthony (classical gutairist) for having the great sense to play the Charlie Brown theme at the end of the ceremony. It was pure genius. The kids thought I arranged it and still do not believe that Anthony, seeing the crowd we had assembled, fit the music to the moment.

Regards,

Mark McKinlay
e: mmckinlay@aol.com

10/06/2002 ~ Spring Mill Manor

Thank you all so very much for the absolute best wedding performance we've ever heard! Many of our guest commented how diverse and wonderful you were. Our guests danced and danced thanks to you. We recommend you over and over!

Christine and Joshua Lynn
p: 215-635-9313
e:ckletsko@hotmail.com

10/05/2002 ~ Whitemarsh Valley Country Club

Ryan and I wanted to extend a VERY large thank you. You guys were amazing!! You made the reception in our opinion. We have received so many compliments on the band. You had everyone up dancing, so much so that we obviously had to extend you for another half hour.

I don't know if you remember, but Ryan and I were skeptical about getting a band and wanted a DJ in the beginning stages of our planning. My mom talked us into getting you guys because she had seen you several times and loved you every time. And as the year went by we heard so many great things when people would ask what band we were having and we would tell them The Vincent James Band.

After the performance you guys put on at our reception, we are going to recommend you guys to everyone we know getting married!! Thanks again for everything and if you ever need anything from us, recommendation, etc., don't hesitate to write or call.

Megan and Ryan McDonough
e: Moorem8@wyeth.com

10/05/2002 ~ Whitemarsh Valley Country Club

Many thanks for the fabulous music you provided for Megan's wedding reception! I can't tell you how many people told us how great your band was. - Everyone loved your selection of music and you really kept our party going!

Our experience with you was such a positive one. We couldn't have been more pleased! We recommended you to the Contorno's and I know you're doing their wedding in August.

Thanks again for everything,

Patti Moore
e: memoorezol@aol.com
p: 215/654-7966

10/02/2002 ~ Aronimink Country Club

Got your cards at the Mailey/Barnes wedding last Saturday night. You were really fabulous and we enjoyed ourselves immensely. We live in Phoenix, Arizona but have already told two of our Philadelphia friends about you. Best of luck. You really have your act together with the website and all.

Jack and Sue Ann Singer
e: Comahue2@cs.com

09/21/2002 ~ The Desmond Hotel

We have gotten so many compliments about you after our wedding! You guys were great! We really appreciate you being a part of our special day and we will definitely pass the word on. You really made everyone have a great time at the reception. We just wanted to say thank you very much.

Love,

Karin and Matt Ricciardi
p:610/864-9521 (day) ~ 610-363-6382 (eve.)

09/07/2002 ~ Stoudt's Brewery

We wanted to take the opportunity to thank all of you for making our wedding day a complete success. When my wife and I were planning our wedding day, we agreed that the band is the key element needed to ensure everyone at the reception would have a fantastic time. The entertainment you provided exceeded our wildest expectations. You had everyone out of their seats, dancing the night away. I have recommended you to several of our friends who are getting married in the near future, and would also recommend you to anyone who may read this response. If anyone out there is wondering if this band might be the key ingredient to the perfect wedding reception, search no more. Thank you again for being part of the most memorable day of our lives.

Sincerely,

Brian and Kelly Keefer
keeferbr@comcast.net

08/31/2002 ~ Philadelphia Cricket Club

We want to thank you and the band once again for your "terrific" performance at our wedding this past weekend. Our guests are still raving about the band's performance. You guys did a great job of helping top create a party atmosphere, enabling everyone to have a great time. Thanks for the wonderful performance. We also appreciate you allowing us to extend the night by 1/2 hour, till 11:00 PM.

Thank you once again,

Lynann and Dick Cimino
e: lynn.toole@cw.com
p: 610-581-0414

08/09/2002 ~ recommendation

I'm not sure if you remember me, but your wonderful band played for our daughter's wedding October 10, 1998 at North Hills Country Club (Stanek/Manna). We have seen you at several other weddings since, but none recently. At any rate, I just wanted to tell you that a friend asked me to recommend a band, and of course, you are the ONLY band! I found your website, and it is really impressive. The wedding in question is in September 2003, and I have recommended you highly.

Just to let you know, people are still talking about how great you were, and it's been almost four years since the wedding!

Take care.

Marsha Stanek
p: 215-652-7471
e: marsha_stanek@merck.com

08/01/2002 ~ posted on theknot.com

"A Band to keep guests dancing all night!

The Vincent James Band was out of this world. They sounded just like every singer whose song they sung. They can do Sinatra, Armstrong, and the female has an amazing voice too. Check out the website for more for more info at www.vincentjamesband.com."

Contributed by Megan Moore
p: 610-964-5637
e: moorem8@wyeth.com

07/27/2002 ~ Radnor Hunt Country Club

The band for Martha's wedding was wonderful. You got everyone dancing and in the mood for a good time. Liked the choice of music, and singers and instrumentalists are truly talented musicians. Great to listen to. The band was not too loud while we were eating and we were able to talk. Thanks for being so nice to work with also. All in all, you made the evening.

Thanks for all.

Jane Heintzelman
e: wheintzelman@compuserve.com

07/12/2002 ~ Drexelbrook Catering

It has been three months since your band played at our daughter Carolyn's wedding. As we continue to socialize with our family and friends, your performance that evening has always been the topic of conversation. From the classical guitar during cocktails, to the traditional entertaining dance music and up to and including our nieces and nephews "Double Dutch" performance, - your group was outstanding!

We remember the comments you made during the showcase of yours that we attended. "We promise to get everyone up and dancing" and you did just that! The Vincent James Band was one of the best investments we made for our daughters wedding.

Please feel free to use our names as a reference and be assured that with our family of over forty nieces and nephews we will have the pleasure of your company in the near future. Thank you again for a professional and entertaining performance.

Sincerely,

Donna and Steve Comly
e: dcomly@sju.edu
p: 610-449-1623

07/06/2002 ~ Pinecrest Country Club

I just wanted to say thank you so much to you guys...you did such a wonderful job at the wedding. Our guests can not stop talking about you! They have all said that you were great. If it were not for you, the wedding would not of been as fun as it was! I would certainly recommend you to anyone who is looking for a band.

Thanks again for everything...you were terrific!

Jackie (Sunderland) Maestrale
e: jsunderl@cntus.jnj.com

P.S. Thanks for letting our best man sing our wedding song with you, it meant a lot to us.
Read the mother of the bride's comments.

6/28/2002 ~ Knowlton Mansion

Thank you, thank you, thank you! We are so thrilled with your performances at our wedding. Our guests raved about you. Everyone danced and enjoyed themselves all night. We couldn't be happier. The music was perfect, we couldn't ask for anything more. We will not hesitate to recommend the VJB to anyone. Thank you for helping make our wedding day perfect.

Thank you so much.

Karen and Dave Schaming
e: karen.pocock@milliman.com
p: 215-357-0216

06/22/2002 ~ Tent reception at private residence in Media, PA

I just wanted to say a big belated Thank You for your awesome performance at my wedding!!!

You guys are amazing! It's been 5 months and people are STILL telling me how great you guys were! It cracks me up. You guys earned every cent of your money! You helped to make my reception the most memorable night of my life ... and frankly you helped make it the best reception that I've ever been to! I really had a ton of fun!

Thanks again,

JoAnna Laskas
e: joannalaskas@yahoo.com

03/23/2002 ~ Manor House at Commonwealth Country Club

The Vincent James Band is top notch! Your band really made our wedding extra special and extra fun. We can't tell you how many people have told us "that was the best wedding reception I've ever been to". And it was always tied back to the band. Thank you for being so professional and so good!

Julie and Bill Graham
e: graham739@home.com
p: 215-343-9074

02/16/2002 ~ North Hampton Country Club

Melissa and I wanted to thank you for the first class entertainment! Everyone at the wedding raves about how great you guys were. Thank you for making our wedding a "First Class" affair. The band is tremendous and we will recommend you to all our friends.

Joe and Melissa Guarnaccia
e: jguarnaccia@yahoo.com

01/26/2002 ~ Ballroom At The Ben

Thank you so much for making our special day amazing! We along with our guests applaud you!

With sincere thanks,

Amanda and Brendan Curran
e: astolz2leastdirect.com
610-738-7965

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