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Spark Notes
Spark Notes
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Reception performance with neon lights
Wedding performance
Wedding performance
2-piece setup
2-piece setup
The duo
The duo
Outdoor stage performance
Outdoor stage performance
Recording session
Recording session
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On stage

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About

An energetic wedding band in Sarasota, Florida, Spark Notes is the perfect entertainment option for ready-to-wed couples. Comprised of professional DJs Gene Hodsdon and Lalo Murillo, the company has been entertaining couples and their guests since 2010. From your initial consultation to the last song of the night, Spark Notes is sure to take care of the details of your once-in-a-lifetime affair!

Services Offered
Spark Notes prides itself on its ability to cater to any crowd. In addition to an extensive music catalog with tunes ranging from country to hip-hop, the company features the following services:

  • Consultation
  • MC services
  • Rehearsal dinner music
  • Ceremony music
  • Cocktail hour music
  • Reception music
  • Break music
  • Sample music
  • Instrumentals
  • Vocals


Other Services
Coupled with the aforementioned services, Spark Notes also offers a variety of items to enhance each wedding’s atmosphere. Said services include:

  • Sound/PA system
  • Microphones
  • Fog machine
  • Disco ball
  • Gobo projector
  • Projectors
  • Lighting


Areas Covered
Spark Notes proudly offers wedding entertainment services couples located in Sarasota, Florida. Coupled with the local area, said services are also extended to interested couples throughout Venice, Florida; Tampa, Florida; St. Pete, Florida and more.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
Lighting
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
Music During Breaks
Sound/PA System

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
Blues
Classic Rock
Country
Dance
Folk
Hip Hop
Motown
Oldies
Pop
Punk Rock
R&B / Soul
Reggae
Rock

What music services do you provide?

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

What items are available?

Disco Ball
Fog Machine
Gobo Projector
Lighting
Microphones
Projector
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Spark Notes

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K
Kaycee Sent on 07/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Spark Notes played ceremony music acoustically for our wedding and everyone enjoyed it! They went above and beyond with meeting our expectations and really helped us live in the moment. They were great to work with and accommodated to our every wants and needs! We had a videographer at our wedding and even rewatching that and hearing the music again really brings back great memories!
I would recommend Spark Notes to anyone looking for great love music at their ceremony, during cocktail hour and even the dance!
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John Sent on 07/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We were delighted to have Spark Notes play for our wedding. They are incredibly flexible and very personable. These guys are not your average wedding band. They were incredibly fun and energetic yet elegant when necessary. We were happy to have Spark Notes play for our big day!
Pam
Pam Sent on 10/24/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I had the pleasure of having Alfonso & Gene perform for my wedding ceremony/reception. They absolutely rocked! I had a bit of a snafu when there was no where to plug in their equipment at the ceremony. Their quick thinking saved it. They played some soft acoustic music and sang softly in the background. They selected the perfect songs on the fly. I absolutely loved the song choice of Hallelujah during the ceremony! They are so creative and thoughtful in the way they perform. The mix of Pumped up Kicks with Seminole Wind blew my mind! I cannot thank you both enough. You made my day perfect and I would recommend your services to anyone in need of a rockin' party band. Spark Notes, is the best choice I could have made for great entertainment. Keep on Rockin!
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Andrew Sent on 07/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Alfonzo was so versatile for our whole wedding event. He played guitar at our ceremony, and then hooved it to the reception hall immediately after to Dj the reception. He was more then happy to oblige in all of our crazy requests. Especially mine, in which I asked him and Gene to accompany my brother and me in singing Grow Old with You. We practiced together multiple times before the event, while keeping it quite descrete. His skill as as a singer, guitarist, and businessman was great. His grace and charm made our whole wedding day that much more special. You would be missing out if you did not book with them
M
Mandy Sent on 07/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Spark Notes made my dream outdoor wedding in Arlington Park a magical fairytale! They were on top of their game, I didn't have to worry about a thing for set-up, breakdown, anything! Not to mention, the music was beautiful and exactly what I had asked for to create the right mood/vibe for our ceremony. They're awesome, book them now :)
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