Tara O'Grady & the Black Velvet Band Reviews

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  Such a classy, professional band! Tara sent us a full song list in advance of the big day, so we could pick out "must-play" and "no-play" songs. Her ensemble was excellent, and the evening could have been in a jazz club. If you are looking to avoid the many cheesy wedding bands out there, I couldn't recommend Tara and her band more.

  Such a classy, professional band! Tara sent us a full song list in advance of the big day, so we could pick out "must-play" and "no-play" songs. Her ensemble was excellent, and the evening could have been in a jazz club. If you are looking to avoid the many cheesy wedding bands out there, I couldn't recommend Tara and her band more.
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  I met my now husband on one of my trips to Ireland. I cherish the memory of that trip and the many others that followed. I was delighted to discover Tara O’Grady through a friend in the Irish community. When planning our special day, we knew that she and the Black Velvet Band were a perfect fit. Tara sang songs like Danny Boy, Wild Rover, and I'll Tell Me Ma, with a vintage jazz swing that made it impossible for people to stay in their seats. Our family from Ireland was absolutely delighted to hear Tara bring new life to these Irish classics and the songs allowed me to relive the memories that I hold most dear.
  Her performance was also rounded out with songs by Elvis, Patsy Cline and Ray Charles which brought everyone back to the magical era of these musical greats. My young nieces, nephews and grandparents alike danced the night away. I cannot say enough to express my gratitude to Tara and the band for sharing their wonderful talents and for helping us to make another lifelong memory.
  

  I met my now husband on one of my trips to Ireland. I cherish the memory of that trip and the many others that followed. I was delighted to discover Tara O’Grady through a friend in the Irish community. When planning our special day, we knew that she and the Black Velvet Band were a perfect fit. Tara sang songs like Danny Boy, Wild Rover, and I'll Tell Me Ma, with a vintage jazz swing that made it impossible for people to stay in their seats. Our family from Ireland was absolutely delighted to hear Tara bring new life to these Irish classics and the songs allowed me to relive the memories that I hold most dear.
  Her performance was also rounded out with songs by Elvis, Patsy Cline and Ray Charles which brought everyone back to the magical era of these musical greats. My young nieces, nephews and grandparents alike danced the night away. I cannot say enough to express my gratitude to Tara and the band for sharing their wonderful talents and for helping us to make another lifelong memory.
  
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  They are such a great band - Vintage Jazz with a singer that is a dead ringer for Elizabeth Taylor. Our guests loved it :)

  They are such a great band - Vintage Jazz with a singer that is a dead ringer for Elizabeth Taylor. Our guests loved it :)
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• Ellen Sent on 01/14/2014
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  We asked Tara to sing a special song for our first dance, one that wasn't on her set list. She performs mostly jazz and blues which we love, but we wanted a Celine Dion song. She offered to learn it for us. Half way through the song, she invited up others to dance with us, and that's when the guests realized it wasn't a CD playing. They all thought the song was a recording of Celine Dion singing until they heard Tara speak. That shows you how good she is. She blew everyone away. What a talent to be able to pull off such a voice. My family bought up all her CDs. Thank you Tara, and the rest of the band. You guys were amazing.
  
  

  We asked Tara to sing a special song for our first dance, one that wasn't on her set list. She performs mostly jazz and blues which we love, but we wanted a Celine Dion song. She offered to learn it for us. Half way through the song, she invited up others to dance with us, and that's when the guests realized it wasn't a CD playing. They all thought the song was a recording of Celine Dion singing until they heard Tara speak. That shows you how good she is. She blew everyone away. What a talent to be able to pull off such a voice. My family bought up all her CDs. Thank you Tara, and the rest of the band. You guys were amazing.
  
  
• Robert Sent on 01/13/2014
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  In addition to being a sophisticated sound for both dining and dancing at a wedding I was impressed by the bands ability to go up and down tempo as appropriate. They had an excellent sense of what the crowd wanted and easily accommodated specific requests. Tara has an outstanding and original voice and is accompanied by a great group of musicians. We could not have been more pleased.

  In addition to being a sophisticated sound for both dining and dancing at a wedding I was impressed by the bands ability to go up and down tempo as appropriate. They had an excellent sense of what the crowd wanted and easily accommodated specific requests. Tara has an outstanding and original voice and is accompanied by a great group of musicians. We could not have been more pleased.
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  Tara and the Black Velvet Band were fabulous!! They were so easy to work with in advance of our big day and worked with us to put together a wonderful play list. They played the perfect music for the cocktail hour and then once it was time to dance - got everyone on their feet!! Everyone raved about the music and how much fun they had (and pictures certainly seem to back that up!!). Tara's voice is beautiful and the band has great energy and presence. Tara was a pleasure to work with, is absolutely charming and has a great personality. And they even gave us a CD of their music afterwards, which we have enjoyed, helps us relive a wonderful party. I cannot recommend Tara and the Black Velvet Band enough!

  Tara and the Black Velvet Band were fabulous!! They were so easy to work with in advance of our big day and worked with us to put together a wonderful play list. They played the perfect music for the cocktail hour and then once it was time to dance - got everyone on their feet!! Everyone raved about the music and how much fun they had (and pictures certainly seem to back that up!!). Tara's voice is beautiful and the band has great energy and presence. Tara was a pleasure to work with, is absolutely charming and has a great personality. And they even gave us a CD of their music afterwards, which we have enjoyed, helps us relive a wonderful party. I cannot recommend Tara and the Black Velvet Band enough!
• Diane Sent on 01/11/2014
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  Tara O'Grady & the Black Velvet Band were amazing at our wedding! We originally found them online through some youtube.com videos and finally were able to check them out in person in NYC. We were so impressed with Tara's beautiful voice and the band's talent, we could not resist in hiring them. So many people came up to us at the wedding, and afterwards, telling us how awesome they were! We even had Tara and the band perform our Father-Daughter and Mother-Son dances, which they did so beautifully and really added a more emotional level to those moments. The entire process was professional, they were always immediately responsive to questions, and the service was excellent. I would absolutely hire them again and if you are having any hesitations: DON'T. Thank you Tara and the Black Velvet Band for making our wedding even more wonderful for us and our guests!!!

  Tara O'Grady & the Black Velvet Band were amazing at our wedding! We originally found them online through some youtube.com videos and finally were able to check them out in person in NYC. We were so impressed with Tara's beautiful voice and the band's talent, we could not resist in hiring them. So many people came up to us at the wedding, and afterwards, telling us how awesome they were! We even had Tara and the band perform our Father-Daughter and Mother-Son dances, which they did so beautifully and really added a more emotional level to those moments. The entire process was professional, they were always immediately responsive to questions, and the service was excellent. I would absolutely hire them again and if you are having any hesitations: DON'T. Thank you Tara and the Black Velvet Band for making our wedding even more wonderful for us and our guests!!!

  Tara O'Grady & the Black Velvet Band's reply:

  Thank you, Diane! We loved performing on your special day. I remember it was so hard for me to get through the Father-Daughter dance because I was so touched by the love I witnessed by your amazing family, I had to look away to prevent myself from crying. XO
• Siobhan Sent on 01/12/2014
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  Tara sang Ave Maria for our ceremony. She had everyone in tears. The voice of an angel! We should have hired her for the whole night.

  Tara sang Ave Maria for our ceremony. She had everyone in tears. The voice of an angel! We should have hired her for the whole night.
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  We were married in early November 2012, just a few days after Superstorm Sandy. We had to move our venue as a result of the storm. Tara and her band went above and beyond expectations to make sure they were available and ready to perform at the new venue. It was a challenging time and we will be forever grateful for their professionalism. The entertainment itself was incredible. We highly recommend them. You will be thrilled that you chose them. We certainly are.
  
  

  We were married in early November 2012, just a few days after Superstorm Sandy. We had to move our venue as a result of the storm. Tara and her band went above and beyond expectations to make sure they were available and ready to perform at the new venue. It was a challenging time and we will be forever grateful for their professionalism. The entertainment itself was incredible. We highly recommend them. You will be thrilled that you chose them. We certainly are.
  
  
• Eiling Sent on 02/24/2014
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  Tara and the Band were AMAZING! We couldn't have asked for anyone better. Everyone loved Tara's voice and the music was so beautiful, happy and soothing - really set the tone to our wedding! We even danced to on of her songs for our first dance - it was magical!

  Tara and the Band were AMAZING! We couldn't have asked for anyone better. Everyone loved Tara's voice and the music was so beautiful, happy and soothing - really set the tone to our wedding! We even danced to on of her songs for our first dance - it was magical!

  Tara O'Grady & the Black Velvet Band's reply:

  I was so honored when you asked me to sing one of my original songs for your first dance. Thank you! We had a great time performing at your wedding.
• Tawanda Sent on 01/13/2014
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  I hired Tara O'Grady and the Black Velvet band after they came highly recommended by my wedding planner who had used them at numerous events before. I wanted a DJ for my reception so we chose to use them for the cocktail hour. They were a hit! First if all she sounds like Billie Holiday, looks fantastic and has great ease about her- not your average wedding singer! I wished I could have had her for the entire night! They were so much of a hit that the guests had to be asked to actually come inside for the reception to begin! After we had to unfortunately ask them to stop playing! Her tempo, music selection (I gave her a few suggestions and she went from there including upbeat jazzy styles and beautiful, slower ones) all were spot on for my wedding- and my guests still talk about her ("they call her Billie"). Favorite part of my wedding!!!

  I hired Tara O'Grady and the Black Velvet band after they came highly recommended by my wedding planner who had used them at numerous events before. I wanted a DJ for my reception so we chose to use them for the cocktail hour. They were a hit! First if all she sounds like Billie Holiday, looks fantastic and has great ease about her- not your average wedding singer! I wished I could have had her for the entire night! They were so much of a hit that the guests had to be asked to actually come inside for the reception to begin! After we had to unfortunately ask them to stop playing! Her tempo, music selection (I gave her a few suggestions and she went from there including upbeat jazzy styles and beautiful, slower ones) all were spot on for my wedding- and my guests still talk about her ("they call her Billie"). Favorite part of my wedding!!!
• Holly Sent on 01/20/2014
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  Very talented group, definitely check them out!

  Very talented group, definitely check them out!
• Joanne Sent on 01/18/2014
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  Tara was phenomenal at my wedding and my guests were equally impressed, I had family and friends raving about her long after my event. She is absolutely lovely and exudes an energy and enthusiasm that is contagious. Her beautiful voice is captivating and her performance will leave you wanting more! I can't thank her enough for making my wedding a memorable experience. If you're looking to bring a level of sophistication and lasting impression to your event, I highly recommend Tara and her band!! You won't be disappointed!!

  Tara was phenomenal at my wedding and my guests were equally impressed, I had family and friends raving about her long after my event. She is absolutely lovely and exudes an energy and enthusiasm that is contagious. Her beautiful voice is captivating and her performance will leave you wanting more! I can't thank her enough for making my wedding a memorable experience. If you're looking to bring a level of sophistication and lasting impression to your event, I highly recommend Tara and her band!! You won't be disappointed!!