Musician for DJs, Bands NY / NJ Metro Area

EMG Musicians for Receptions provides various contracted event services, including performing with DJs, Bands, and more. They are service-oriented for our clients, capable of performing all music requests communicated to them, have the requisite equipment, and are generally flexible around the demands of live event entertainment.

Event Offers are given in advance, with all details available on an Accept / Decline basis. Once an event is Accepted, you are expected to hold your commitment.

Instruments Considered

Electric Guitar

Electric Violin

Tenor Saxophone

Trumpet

Party Percussion

Responsibilities

Entertain clients along with DJs and Bands for party-based events

Comfortability performing while moving / interacting with guests (for mobile instruments)

Exhibit exceptional customer service for clients

Provide all equipment necessary to perform in a variety of spaces

Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with office and event staff

Maintain attire and physical appearance standards required for the luxury events industry

Arrive on-time for designated call times and be available throughout the service to perform when needed

Ability to also perform for Ceremony and Cocktail Hour services as needed, with the ability to read music and prepare music requests as required (excluding Drum Set / Percussion)

Knowledge, Skill, and Experience Required

Comfortable interacting with high-end luxury clientele and providing exceptional service to all clients

Exceptional ability to improvise on a variety of music

Sensitivity for when to interact with guests on the dance floor and when to pull back intensity of performance

Audition Requirements

Record yourself in a video performing the following selections to be considered. Submit your videos at the bottom of this page either by private YouTube link or mp4 file when submitting your interest form. You do not need to record the entire song.

For : Tenor Sax | Electric Violin | Percussion

Play horn-line melodies AND improvised lines that embellish the music over the track in between phrases, especially on September. Do NOT just play the horn lines.

For : Electric Guitar

Play horn-line melodies AND improvised lines that embellish the music over the track in between phrases. You must use a Fender Stratocaster, Telecaster, or Gibson Les Paul guitar or other models that fit the criteria. No Hollow Bodies, Arch Tops, or Jazz style guitars will be permitted. Be sure to use Overdrive and other effects to enhance your tone.

Do not play like a drum machine; showcase your skills with fills and flashy moments in the songs. Play busier.

Instruments Required for Percussion / Drum Set

Percussionists : below is a list of instruments required to perform with a DJ.

(2) Congas or Bongos

(3) Cymbals (2 Crashes and a Smaller Crash)

(2) Woodblocks (or the plastic equivalent of those)

(1) Cowbell

(1) Tambourine

Drum Set players need a 5-piece Drum Set.

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