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About

Play It Blue is an accomplished music and entertainment group offering a variety of musical services for your wedding or event. Serving all of Ohio and beyond, owner, founder, and musician Dean Altstaetter brings a wealth of experience and musicianship that is sure to create an occasion to remember. From solo piano to small jazz ensembles to classic rock bands, Play It Blue offers an expansive repertoire of musical genres. From jazz standards, classical, swing/bebop, 1970s and 80s rock, and more, Play It Blue has you covered.

Experience

An accomplished pianist, Play It Blue founder Dean Altstaetter has extensive experience in the events and entertainment field, performing with the likes of the Vernon Neeley Jazz Quartet, Hepcat Revival, Lima Symphony Orchestra, guitarist Jim Boedicker, and saxophonist Blue Lou Marini, to name a few. He and his team of talented musicians have performed for and worked with satisfied clients across the Midwest.

Services Offered

Every celebration is unique, which is why Play It Blue offers various performance options to inspire every part of your special day. From your rehearsal dinner to your wedding ceremony, cocktail hour to your reception, Dean Altstaetter and the Play It Blue musicians can tailor their performance options to fit the size and scope of your event. Entertainment services include:

  • Jazz soloists, duets, trios, and/or quartets
  • Fleetwood 2 the Max classic rock cover band
  • Wedding ceremony performers
  • And more

Other Services

In addition to live music, Play It Blue provides a range of other services to accommodate your wedding or event, including:

  • Sound and lighting systems
  • Professional emcee services
  • Sample performances and music

Areas Covered
Play It Blue is available to perform for clients across Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, and elsewhere across the United States.

  • Hispanic or Latinx-owned
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Frequently asked questions

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

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System

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

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

4 - 6

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

Classic Rock
Jazz
Rock
Swing

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Play it Blue

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Shannon Sent on 08/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Dean was awesome!

Dean was great to work with for our wedding. We did ask him to play a popular song at the time and he was flexible and played all the music beautifully!
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Brittany Sent on 06/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience!

We really enjoyed having Dean being a part of our big day. It added a very memorable moment to the ceremony.
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Falke Sent on 05/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Fantastic

I have known Dean since high school. He was always quite the musician; extremely talented for sure. I knew I wanted to have Dean perform at my wedding. He helped me pick just the right songs to use from guests being seated, to my wedding party walking in, to myself walking down the isle. He also helped pick the perfect song for after being announced husband and wife. Dean is very outgoing but yet professional and wants your perfect day to be the absolute best and worry free. God has definitely blessed Dean with all he has to offer. You will not regret having him perform for your special event. Dean is the best!
Layne
Layne Sent on 05/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great music!

Dean really set the ambiance for both our ceremony and reception. He is an exceptional musician, and was a real crowd favorite. Our guests are still talking about the music at our wedding!
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