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Jennifer Russell is a soprano vocalist who has been singing for wedding ceremonies in Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania for over 30 years. Jennifer has a wide range and a broad repertoire, which includes sacred, traditional, contemporary, popular and classical songs. She can recommend appropriate music within her repertoire or learn any new selections you choose. Jennifer can perform with or without accompaniment at places of worship and other ceremony sites, including hotels, banquet facilities, private clubs, private homes and outdoors.

Jennifer started Ovation Special Events to offer not only her services as a vocalist, but also her services of planning the music and coordinating musicians for wedding ceremonies and receptions. As a music planner and coordinator, she can recommend other musicians you would like to perform for your ceremony and/or reception.

Please visit Ovation's website, which includes a "Listen" section containing links to several songs Jennifer has performed, including The Lord's Prayer (ovationspecialevents.com/services/samples/lordsprayer.mp3), To Me (ovationspecialevents.com/services/samples/tome.mp3) and Ave Maria (ovationspecialevents.com/services/samples/ave.mp3). It also includes a sample of songs within Jennifer's repertoire and a list of reviews from prior weddings and other events. Feel free to call, text, or e-mail with any questions or to check availability for your wedding date. We look forward to hearing from you. Thank you!

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Alli S. Sent on 01/23/2024
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We hired Jen to sing for our wedding ceremony at Heinz Chapel and are so happy we did! We waited until kind of last minute to add a vocalist to the ceremony and were so happy we did and that she was available. She was so quick to respond and gave great song suggestions for our catholic ceremony. The Heinz Chapel staff spoke very highly of her and she has so much experience singing there she didn't even have to come to the rehearsal. SO many people commented on how beautiful her voice was, especially for Ave Maria. If you are considering hiring Jen - we highly recommend doing so!
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Kate Sent on 05/08/2009
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Jennifer's voice is beautiful! Having her sing at our wedding ceremony set the tone from the prelude on. All of our guests complimented us on the music selection and Jennifer's talent. Jennifer and I were able to plan everything over email. Her website is very helpful because it allows yout listen to her perform, which gives you a great idea of how your ceremony music will sound. Jennifer also helps with musical selection and putting the songs into an order that flows nicely and makes sense with your ceremony. She has worked with various musician and will set up her accompaniment if need be. I would recommend Jennifer to any bride! She is the BEST!
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Patrick Sent on 07/25/2008
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Jennifer sang several pieces for us at our wedding ceremony at the First Baptist Church of Pittsburgh and she did a phenomenal job. She even learned the Italian version of a song that we really wanted to hear and made it sound like she had been singing it for years. She was professional, her service was great and her rates affordable. I would recommend her to anyone.
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Blooms Florist Blooms Florist Wedding Florists

Jennifer Russell is amazing as she works with you to find the perfect mood with vocals and musicians. Once you meet with her, you'll see what I'm talking about!

A Simple View Photography A Simple View Photography Wedding Photographers

THE VOICE OF AN ANGEL! There is nothing more to say. First time I heard her voice she was warming in Heinz Chapel with Ava Maria. I actually had tears from how loved I was by her voice.

A Simple Vow A Simple Vow Wedding Officiants

I've done many weddings where vocalists have been included as a part of the ceremony, but never have I been nearly brought to tears during a ceremony until I heard Jennifer sing. The beauty of her voice is matched only by the beauty of her spirit.

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