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The James Zeller Trio's fantastic repertoire is a unique and entertaining mix of swinging Jazz and American Songbook classics from the 1920's-50's. At weddings we perform the timeless love songs of our chosen genre, music that is guaranteed to please a crowd.

We are a full time working band with a huge song list. We take pride in our work as musicians and entertainers. Beyond our ability onstage, we are classy, professional, experienced in the wedding business, punctual, well dressed and easy to work with.

I'm happy to answer any question, or work with you on any specific detail to customize our performance for your special day. If you don't see a song you love on our list, please inquire. Besides Jazz we also play covers by artists like Willie Nelson, The Beatles, Sam Cooke and Van Morrison.

Our trio's instrumentation is trombone/vocals, guitar, and upright bass. We also perform in larger ensembles by adding clarinet, cornet/trumpet and/or drums. For classical music at ceremonies, violin may be added.

The James Zeller Trio perform on Friday nights at "Bar Pleiades". We have performed for GM, Thomson Rueters, Conde Nast, Macy's, Ted Baker London, The Heritage Foundation, Stoli Vodka and at such venues as: The National Arts Club, The Metropolitan Room, The St.Regis Hotel, La Bernardine, The River Cafe, The Lambs Club, Trump SoHo, Bar Boulud, The Rainbow Room, dB Bistro Moderne, The W Hotel, The Union League Club, The Links, The Union Club among others.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average price for a wedding reception during peak season?

Embossed

What is the starting price for wedding ceremony music?

$500

What is the average price for a wedding reception during off-peak season?

Engraving

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$2,150

Which of the following are included in the price?

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

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

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental - Trio

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6
7+

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

What instruments does your group play?

Drums
Guitar
Piano
Trumpet
Saxophone

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6
7+

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Liability Insurance
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Vocals

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

Acoustic
Big Band
Classical
Jazz
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
Sound/PA System
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Reviews of The James Zeller Trio

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Kara C. Sent on 03/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect music for the best vibe

We recently married with hopes of creating a jazzy lounge feel. The wedding was perfect and we enjoyed listening to and dancing to the trio! They were very nice and helpful!!
User2631354 Sent on 06/02/2016
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We had a very intimate elopement and knew from the start we wanted a jazz band to be a key part of our outdoor NYC ceremony. James and the band were an absolute pleasure to deal with, they had the best repertoire from any jazz bands I've come across and were able to play all the songs we'd hoped for (even some more unusual ones) and they did so beautifully and with ease. They were really accommodating and flexible, which made them a pleasure to liaise with in the lead up to the wedding. One of the standout moments of my ceremony was an impromptu additional song from them, as the sun shone and they sang a gorgeous version of 'Wonderful World' I couldn't have asked for a more perfect moment and one I'll never forget. I'm from the UK but so pleased I came across the band and wouldn't hesitate in recommending them to anyone else (and I'm in the wedding industry myself so have very high standards!). Thank you to James and the band for making our ceremony so special and everything we'd hoped for.
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Sanjay Sent on 12/02/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Indian Wedding x American Songbook!!
These guys played the cocktail part of our Indian Wedding. They were swinging and brilliant. Low volume so people could talk, and swinging enough that people could dance. It was so good we couldve extended the cocktail portion for another hour, easily. They arrived an hour before they were to play, and were easy to set up. Im a musician and very critical, I highly recommend the James Zeller Trio.
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