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Bernstein Bard Trio
Bernstein Bard Trio
BBT in the Adirondacks!
BBT in the Adirondacks!
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Live performance
Bernstein Bard Trio
Bernstein Bard Trio
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BBT Selfie
Instruments
Instruments
Wedding musicians
Wedding musicians
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Live on stage
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Outdoor jam
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Bernstein Bard Trio in black and white

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About

Bernstein Bard Trio, based in New Paltz, New York, is a wedding band delighting couples and guests alike across the East Coast. This sought-after team is known for adding a generous touch of whimsy to any event with their vocal styling, guitar, mandolin, percussion, fiddle, and more. They are masters of many genres, including pop, folk, reggae, swing, Latin, waltz, and tango.

Services Offered

Bernstein Bard Trio will follow your lead, curating a setlist that is entirely your own. If you have particular songs in mind, they are happy to learn them and make the experience more personal for you and your partner. This wedding band can truly do it all and will leave a lasting impression on you and your guests.

Their services include:

  • Bespoke setlists for ceremonies and receptions
  • Music during breaks
  • MC support with speeches, transitions, etc.
  • Sound and PA system with microphones and projector
  • Sample performances leading up to the big day
  • Travel expenses
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in your wedding reception music package?

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Which of the following are included in your popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Acoustic
Blues
Caribbean
Classic Rock
Classical
Country
Folk
International
Jazz
Latin
Motown
Pop
R&B / Soul
Reggae
Rock
Strings
Swing

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Microphones
Projector
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Bernstein Bard Trio

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Michael Sent on 08/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing band for our ceremony and cocktail hour!

We were so glad we went with the Bernstein Bard Trio for our wedding ceremony and reception! Mark was great to work with throughout the planning process. He was very communicative, and sent us a list of suggestions for processional and recessional songs, but was also open to work with us on alternatives if we needed.

Day of, they were perfect! It's clear they've done this many times before. All they needed was a power strip (which Mark let me know in advance), and they took care of everything else. We also had our ceremony and cocktail hour in two different areas of the same venue (a farm), so they prepped both areas in advance so they could quickly move from one to the other.

Last but not least, they're a very talented group! Their music is beautiful and was perfect for our ceremony and then added perfect atmosphere to the cocktail hour. We'd gladly recommend them to anyone!
Brian
Brian Sent on 10/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible trio. Even better with quartet!

The Bernstein Bard Trio (and the extra fiddle player) were exceptional. They were the first vendor we booked and they worked with us throughout our entire wedding planning process to make the event perfect. They went above and beyond to make sure that we had a set list that was just right. They are all incredibly talented musicians that helped our ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner all sound exactly how we wanted. I really hope my wife and I have an opportunity to see them perform live again!
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Laura Sent on 11/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic band for our barn wedding

It's a year later and wedding guests are STILL telling us how much they loved our band! The Bernstein Bard Trio played for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and then added 2 more members (fiddle & drums) and played for our reception, too! They were so easy to work with and provided the perfect atmosphere for our wedding. I was a bit worried because I didn't see any reviews from receptions, but they kept the dance floor full the whole night! Seriously, book them for all of your events!
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Sarah Sent on 08/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Warm and Easy

I initially contracted the Bernstein Baird trio in the midst of the pandemic, which meant I actually had two potential dates pending the progress of the pandemic restrictions. In spite of this, they were flexible, warm, and wonderfully easy to work with. The musical arrangements contributed to an absolutely joyful atmosphere. I cannot recommend these gentlemen enough!
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Kevin Sent on 08/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Experience

The Bernstein Bard Trio was such a pleasure to work with, and a beautiful addition to our wedding. We hired them to play music during the ceremony, and we're so happy we did. They were very professional and easy to communicate with leading up to the event. They are extremely flexible and will work with you in selecting your music. In the midst of your wedding planning chaos, it will be a weight off your shoulders to know you are in good hands with them. All of our guests complimented how beautiful they sounded as well as the selection of songs they chose. They played our processional and recessional as well, and made the special moments even more special. Cannot recommend them highly enough!
Eric
Eric Sent on 08/22/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Bernstein's Are Top Notch!

The Bernstein Bard Trio is top-notch! Having them play during our ceremony and happy hour added an element that really elevated our wedding. Their smooth yet upbeat acoustics helped set the mood, and I can't tell you how many friends and family came up after our wedding and told us the Bernstein's was one of their favorite special touches to our wedding. They were also tremendously easy to work with and super accommodating when we needed to move our date due to COVID. I highly recommend them if you're looking for that little something extra that sets your wedding apart.
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Marisa Sent on 01/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful music!

The Bernstein Bard Trio played for our ceremony and cocktail hour. Their music is beautiful, and was a perfect accompaniment as our guests gathered, as I walked down the aisle and as my Husband and I recessed after we tied the knot (to a lovely rendition of "all you need is love"). I don't know quite how to describe it, but their music sounding through our outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour was really magical.

After our wedding, my husband surprised me with a serenade by the trio. It was so beautiful and romantic -- the Bernstein Bard trio will always hold a special place in our hearts!
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Juliet Sent on 12/01/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We wish that The Bernstein Bard Trio were part of our family- that's how much we loved them. We hired them for our 10/08 ceremony and Mark was a total delight to communicate with. He even went through the trouble of arranging a song for us that wasn't included on their list. Our guests were all obsessed (like, actually) with the band and they way that they played, and my husband and I are so glad that they were a part of our day. My biggest regret is not having someone videotape our ceremony... yeah for the vows, but also to hear the beautiful music of this trio again! Thank you, thank you, thank you Bernstein Bard!
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Alexis Sent on 11/21/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We hired Steve and company for our wedding ceremony. His communication skills are excellent and he asked great questions. The trio was accommodating and even learned how to play Aloe Blacc’s Wake Me Up for us! Truly talented and amazing guys. Our only regret was not able to hang with them after the ceremony since we had a bunch of bride and groom obligations to attend to. We highly recommend them!
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Alexandra Sent on 05/29/2017
5 out of 5 rating
These guys were great! Professional and organized, all smiles and good vibes both before and during the wedding, learned two Hawaiian songs for our walk down the aisle, and great music that set a casual, breezy, and upbeat tone for our rehearsal dinner and cocktail hour. I think every guest commented on how wonderful the music was, but also how wonderful the band members were too. So glad we chose the Bernstein Bard Trio!!!
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