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Rosalind Brown
Rosalind Brown
Executive Music Agent

41 years in business

We speak English

MARI Entertainment NY (Formerly known as New York City Swing - founded by the late Dore DeQuattro) is a premier corporate and wedding band based in New York City. Known for delivering unforgettable live music experiences, MARI Entertainment NY specializes in a wide range of genres—from classic soul and jazz to pop, R&B, funk, rock, and Top 40 hits—MARI Entertainment brings energy, versatility, and sophistication to every performance.

At the helm is owner and CEO Rosalind "Roz" Brown, a seasoned veteran of the entertainment industry. With a career that spans Broadway productions to international stages, Roz brings a wealth of experience, passion, and professionalism to the band’s unique sound and dynamic performances. Her leadership ensures each event is not just a show, but a customized musical journey.

Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate gala, or upscale private event, MARI Entertainment NY delivers world-class entertainment that keeps guests dancing and memories lasting.

Experience

Mari Entertainment NY is a world-class band and entertainment company that has performed at countless Fortune 500 company parties and fundraising organizations, as well as performances for notable clients, such as Oprah Winfrey, Michael Eisner, Ted Turner, and dozens of other celebrities, sports personalities, and presidential candidates. These musicians offer unparalleled versatility and skill that will make your wedding dazzle.

Services Offered

Mari Entertainment NY performs music of all genres, from blues to Latin and even hip-hop. They offer an extensive repertoire of songs and will customize your ceremony and reception music to meet your wedding vision. Music services from this band include:

  • Ceremony
  • Cocktail hour
  • Instrumentals
  • Learning new songs
  • Liability insurance
  • Music during breaks
  • Reception
  • Sample music
  • Vocals
  • Willingness to travel

FAQ

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

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Travel Expenses

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

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Travel Expenses

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6
7+

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

Acoustic
Big Band
Blues
Caribbean
Classic Rock
Classical
Dance
Funk
Hip Hop
International
Jazz
Latin
Motown
Oldies
Pop
Punk Rock
R&B / Soul
Reggae
Rock
Strings
Swing

What music services do you provide?

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

What items are available?

Microphones
Sound/PA System

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Reviews of Mari Entertainment

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Mari Entertainment NY, formerly known as NYC Swing, receives an overwhelming amount of praise from multiple reviewers who describe them as the absolute best wedding band. Guests were impressed by their high energy performances, professionalism, and ability to keep the dance floor full all night long. The band's leader, Roz, is highlighted for her exceptional communication, accommodating nature, and talent in running the event smoothly. Reviewers highly recommend Mari Entertainment NY for couples seeking an unforgettable, fun-filled wedding celebration.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Mari Entertainment NY, formerly known as NYC Swing, receives an overwhelming amount of praise from multiple reviewers who describe them as the absolute best wedding band. Guests were impressed by their high energy performances, professionalism, and ability to keep the dance floor full all night long. The band's leader, Roz, is highlighted for her exceptional communication, accommodating nature, and talent in running the event smoothly. Reviewers highly recommend Mari Entertainment NY for couples seeking an unforgettable, fun-filled wedding celebration.

Caroline
Caroline Sent on 10/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Unforgettable Evening with Mari Entertainment

I can't say enough about the amazing experience we had with Mari Entertainment, formerly known as NYC Swing, on our wedding day. They truly were the highlight of our celebration, making the day and night unforgettable. From start to finish, they were an exceptional band that brought the fun to our special day.

The dancefloor was never empty throughout the entire reception, and the musicians' energy and enthusiasm never waned. It was an absolute blast, and our guests were raving about the incredible music and entertainment. They exceeded all our expectations.

Working with Roz was an absolute pleasure and a highlight of my wedding planning experience. She was not only a talented musician but also a true professional. Roz made sure I felt at ease throughout the entire process, working closely with me to ensure that every musical detail was perfect. She executed every request I had flawlessly, and her dedication to making our day exceptional was evident.

Mari Entertainment is an exceptionally talented and FUN group. I consider myself incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity to work with them. If you want your wedding to be a memorable, high-energy celebration, Mari Entertainment is the band to choose. They made our day magical, and I can't thank them enough for their incredible performance and professionalism. It was a day to remember, thanks to Mari Entertainment!
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User1420633 Sent on 09/24/2013
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I were very happy with NYC Swing! We got so many complements about the music -- everyone really loved the band and the dance floor looked packed all night long. More importantly than that, my husband and I had a great time all night. The music was exactly what we wanted - and the band kept up a great beat and energy all night. We highly recommend!
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Jaime Sent on 07/15/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing- book them

HOLY NYC SWING!!! They STOLE the show. They were AMAZING!!! I cannot get over how incredible they were. They came into the dance floor, sang and danced with us the whole night. Dory is AMAZING. They blew us away. Everyone keeps talking about how talented they all were. We highly recommend them!!
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Lynn Sent on 09/30/2018
5 out of 5 rating
After our wedding, so many friends and family members told us our wedding was "the best wedding they ever attended" and I can say without a doubt it was because of New York City Swing! I recommend them to everyone! They're extremely talented, cover all genres and styles of music, and have excellent stage presence. They make the non-dancers even want to dance! Dore is amazing and they learned multiple songs for our wedding with ease!
David
David Sent on 06/28/2018
5 out of 5 rating
NYC Swing led by the incredible Dore added a tremendous amount of zest, enthusiasm, flexibility, and joy to our wedding celebration! They offered great guidance during the preparation process, cared deeply about what we wanted to hear (and what we didn't), were extremely responsive to the crowd, and overall were an outstanding partner and a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend them to everyone!
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Melissa Sent on 01/15/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Wish we could give 6 STARS!!!!! Absolutely AMAZING!!!! We got married on January 3rd at Tribeca Rooftop and could not have had a better band!!!! All of our guests are still talking about how amazing they were...and so interactive! People did not leave the dance floor at our wedding. We absolutely LOVED them and they were all a pleasure to work with. Dory and Tim are wonderful, so organized and trust their expertise because they suggested songs for different parts of the wedding that were PERFECT. We went to one live performance by them and fell in love, booked them immediately without even seeing any other bands...that is how awesome they are. We give them an A+++ for making our wedding so much fun and we would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone looking for the best band in NYC!
Julie
Julie Sent on 09/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Would hire again and again and again!!

NYC swing is the best band! I got married on 7/9/22. Everyone came up to me and asked for the bands info. They KNOW how to party and they read the room so well which I find is soemthing not every band can do! Not only were they incredible the day of, but leading up to the wedding, Roz was so responsive and we would call each other to confirm everything! I want to get married again to hire them! Best band and most affordable in the NY/NJ area.
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Dan Sent on 08/04/2013
5 out of 5 rating
What an amazing job New York City Swing did at our wedding. We are still hearing from guests that it was the best wedding band they'd ever seen. They were the highlight of the party, from the beautiful ceremony music, to the jazzy cocktail hour, to the fantastic reception -- the dance floor was packed all night! Guests were coming up to us and saying it was like being at a wedding AND a concert at the same time!

The musicianship and professionalism of all the performers are top notch. Owner Dore and musical director Tim were great to work with and made the planning process easy. They followed all of our requests perfectly and even learned a few songs specifically for our event. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. Thank you New York City Swing!
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Rachel Sent on 07/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible band

Mari Entertainment NY will put on the best performance you can possibly ask for! This was the second time my family used them -- we loved them at my sister's wedding and knew we had to have them at ours. We received so many compliments from guests about their interactivity, performance, and ability to put on an amazing show.

The talent is top-notch and they do a great job of making sure guests never want to leave the dance floor with their high energy. They are also incredibly easy to work with throughout the wedding process. We will be recommending them for anyone looking for an amazing band!
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Bria Sent on 06/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!

Dore and team were INCREDIBLE TO WORK WITH!!!! They truly made our day so special. In the midst of scheduling and rescheduling due to Covid they were so kind, understanding and flexible. It was so much fun to have them there for our special day
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
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We met with Barb durring a Wedding Wire Networking event, it was a pleasure talking with her she is a world class professional in her field and has hosted numerous events including weddings. They have very talented musicians and can easlily acomodate your musical vision for your event. She is very passionate about her job and this is probably why the company is so sucessful. I endorse New York City Swing for your next event.

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