Ensembles & Theme Bands
Take your event beyond your expectations by setting the stage with style and sophistication. In addition to live bands and DJ's, EBE provides a vast array of incredibly talented ensembles and themed musical groups to fit your specific needs. Our gifted musicians will weave a melodic tapestry into the background of your event, carefully fashioned to match your desire for the perfect affair.
EBE offers a range of talent including Latin, Jazz, Brass, Strings, Calypso and more. Enjoy refined music that modestly works its way into the spirit of your guests as they converse over dinner or cocktails. Add that extra special touch that sets the mood for pool-side gatherings, commitment ceremonies, corporate events, weddings or other special occasions. As your evening progresses and a lower volume of music is more appropriate, the ensemble becomes the solution for maintaining the perfect ambience.
A Cappella SingersItalian for "in the style of chapel", a cappella singers entertain guests with the power of their voices alone. Often using their voices to also simulate instruments, these talented singers can perform doo-wop, jazz, gospel, pop and more. This is the perfect entertainment option for that 70th birthday party, corporate event or a summer party by the pool. A cappella is even becoming popular on the college scene! |
Acoustic DuoEntertainment on another level! EBE is able to provide you with some of the area's finest singer/songwriters to perform great unplugged hits from artists such as Sara MacLaughlin, Melissa Etheridge, Patty Smyth, Sheryl Crow, James Taylor and more. Make your corporate or social function double the fun with an acoustic duo. |
Barbershop QuartetEveryone loves the distinctive sound of a barbershop quartet! Their melodic harmony takes your guests back in time with songs such as Sweet Adeline, Peg O' My Heart, Auld Lang Syne and Danny Boy. Harmonize your party with a barbershop quartet! |
Beach MusicLove that summer feeling all year round? Heat up your event with a beach party theme that is a combination of Jimmy Buffet, The Beach Boys and Bob Marley. Your guests will feel like they are at a beach bar or dipping their feet into the turquoise surf as they listen to the sounds of EBE's Beach Music. So make your summer party a Beach Party or transform your guests from the winter winds with music from the islands! |
BrassPowerful, yet romantic, the warm richness of EBE Brass can set the perfect tone for your ceremony or cocktail reception. Their repertoire of classical and jazz standards can create a variety of atmospheres from a musical backdrop for guests enjoying their conversation to regal sounds announcing your entrance. |
Cabaret SingersGuests will feel like they are in the finest cabaret as they sit back and listen to the unforgettable vocals of EBE Cabaret Singers. Enjoy the sounds of Sinatra or Tony Bennett singing The Way You Look Tonight, You Will Be My Music, What Kind Of Fool Am I and many more. Performed with the right combination of heart and showmanship, our cabaret singers will captivate your audience with genuine warmth and witty exchanges. |
DixielandThe jazzy, toe-tappin' sounds of New Orleans come to you via EBE Dixieland. Nothing will create the festive feel of the French Quarter better than this swingin' group. Instruments include banjo, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, tuba and snare drum. Inspired by the golden age of American jazz, their playful rhythms can quickly get feet tapping and hands clapping. |
DJ & DrumsAdd that extra “punch” to your event! Get the best of both worlds as our show-stopping drummers and scratching DJs get together for a spectacular performance. So if you want the party to start off with a unique vibe, or maybe you just aren’t ready to let the party end quite yet, EBE’s DJ & Drums ensemble is the perfect choice to energize your party like none other! |
GuitarSimply elegant and classically beautiful, guitar soloists set the mood eloquently. Choose from the exquisite and romantic sounds of nylon-string classical guitar, the vibrant rhythms of steel-string jazz guitar, or enjoy a perfect mix of flirtatious latin sounds, classical elegance and melodies of modern jazz. |
Guitar & ViolinSimply elegant and classically beautiful, guitar soloists set the mood eloquently. Choose from the exquisite and romantic sounds of nylon-string classical guitar, the vibrant rhythms of steel-string jazz guitar, or enjoy a perfect mix of flirtatious latin sounds, classical elegance and melodies of modern jazz. |
Guitar & WoodwindsSimply elegant and classically beautiful, guitar soloists set the mood eloquently. Choose from the exquisite and romantic sounds of nylon-string classical guitar, the vibrant rhythms of steel-string jazz guitar, or enjoy a perfect mix of flirtatious latin sounds, classical elegance and melodies of modern jazz. |
HarpThere's nothing like the romantic elegance of our extraordinary EBE harpists to create an angelic sound for your ceremony or cocktail reception. The harp may be utilized as a solo instrument, or combined with several different instruments including flute, classical guitar, violin and voice. |
Holiday CarolersIt is the most wonderful time of the year. But no holiday celebration is complete without the sites and sounds of Christmas! Spice up your holiday event with our authentic Victorian Carolers or ho-ho-hold court with a jolly Santa, accompanied by elves and elfettes. Be amazed and amused by our strolling entertainers. Make your holiday event the start of a tradition by having EBE provide you with some festive entertainment. |
JazzConsistently recognized for their impressive talent and professionalism, the EBE Jazz Trio features three of the tri-state area's premiere jazz musicians. Their vast repertoire replicates classic melodies of such legendary composers as George Gershwin, Duke Ellington, Cole Porter and others. |
LatinHot brass and explosive percussion - this band can light up any special event with its authentic mix of traditional and contemporary Salsa, Meringues, Rumba and Afro-Cuban dance music. The energetic vocals and spicy rhythms of EBE Latin is the perfect accent for cocktail hours, special occasions or corporate events. |
MariachiOne of the most exciting and enchanting musical styles in the world, EBE Mariachi makes any event a fiesta. Choose from three to eight pieces, including guitar, guitarro, violins, and trumpets. Their fun and flirtatious repertoire is a popular hit with guests, making your event a truly memorable experience. |
MummersParty like it's New Year's Eve - Philly style! You'll think you're on Broad Street when our flashy mummers strut their stuff at your next special event. Lavishly costumed with themes to fit any event, this group will bring your guests to their feet with their infectious rhythms. Festive, fun, and unforgettable! |
The Night Cafe TrioAmbience. Imagery. Timelessness... Close your eyes when you listen to the music of The Night Cafe. When a noted keyboardist joins forces with a Grammy Award winning producer and guitarist, you will experience an eclectic blend of virtuoso classical violin music, vintage film scores and authentic Argentinean tangos. |
Oldies BandsC'mon baby, let's do the twist! An oldies band works for any event and every age group. Think this music has died? Some of the music of today either sounds like or is a re-make of some of those popular tunes. Watch your guests struggle to find room on the dance floor when they hear hits from Motown, The Monkees, The Dave Clark 5 and more. Get your guests twisting, doing the jerk, the mashed potato and those infamous line dances. Your feet will be sore for days! |
Piano DuosOne of our exceptional pianists paired with a lively flute, violin, or trumpet, playing a variety of classical and jazz standards, Broadway favorites and light pop songs, will create the perfect atmosphere for your ceremony, cocktail, or dessert reception. Enjoy the intimacy and social ambiance created by the radiant and agile sounds of the flute paired with the full tones of the piano. |
Polka BandsPolka bands are the life of any party. Even if you don't know how to polka, your guests will join in on the fun during the first tune. Create an "Oktoberfest" atmosphere at your event with the lively, hopping music of a polka band. These guys will make you want to jump up and dance as they play music of all kinds including polkas and waltzes. In between the knockwurst and beer, get out and polka! |
Reggae & CaribbeanThese acts are hot! Guests are transported to the Islands with the look and sound of these talented performers. Everyone will be dancing especially hearing songs like Hot, Hot, Hot, Red, Red Wine, Margaritaville and more. Feel the sun on your face as you feel the music and dance the night away. |
Smooth JazzSilky, sultry, with a blend of contemporary jazz, R & B and light pop music, EBE Smooth Jazz will bring a fresh new sound to your next event. Guests will be entertained by the fun yet elegant melodies of the saxophone and piano or dance to the compelling rhythmic grooves of the guitar and drums. EBE Smooth Jazz is perfect for cocktail receptions and other special occasions. |
Steel DrumsWant a carnival type atmosphere and the feel of being in Trinidad or Tobago? Hire a steel drum band, the signature sound of a carnival, and have your guests grooving to the chromatic range of notes only a steel drum can provide. Calypso, Soca, Jazz, Pop - you name it, they can play it. Steel drums will bring that tropical flavor to your wedding, party, corporate event, or any celebration where you want that positive vibration! |
Stradella MartinThis super duo features a dynamic accordion capable of producing a variety of sounds from funky keyboard and screaming harmonica to an orchestral organ. The frontman is a multi-instrumentalist with the ability to make a simple guitar thrum bossa nova or shuck and jive joyously; with a voice that delivers an intimate, whispering ballad or a full-collared blues shout. |
StringsComprised of the area's premier classically trained musicians, EBE Strings can provide the classic elegance you need for your next event. Ensemble members have played with the Philadelphia Orchestra, Delaware Symphony, Sarah Brightman, Pavarotti and Yo-Yo Ma. Their repertoire spans three centuries and includes, Mozart, Pachelbel, Vivaldi, Rachmaninoff, Gershwin, Cole Porter and Andrea Bocelli to name a few. |
Swing 'N BluesThis quartet has delighted audiences with their vivacious, soulful mix of blues and swing. Band leader, Patty Cronheim, has opened for the late great Ray Charles and played alongside Brazilian jazz great Guilherme Franco. Whether performing a spicy Latin number in the original Portuguese, belting out a blues tune, or performing a heart-rending torch song, their passion, style and sensitivity leaves audiences wanting more. |
Third StreamThis group is the classic quartet, featuring saxophone, piano, bass and drums, specializing in straight ahead jazz, swing, blues, latin and R&B. This group can seamlessly move from the forefront to the background of your event. Enjoy pleasant conversations with your guests while they play your favorite old jazz standards and then rock your party into the night with their funky instrumentals full of inspiring improvisations. |
Tribute BandsWant to hire Bruce Springsteen but your budget won't allow for it? Do the next best thing for your event and hire a band to look and sound like the original version! Our tribute bands are able to impersonate some of the greats like The Beatles, Beach Boys, The Doors, Temptations and more. Your guests can close their eyes and feel like they are at a concert with their favorite band. Everyone wins...great entertainment at a great price! |
VibesExperience the sounds of a mellow, artistic jazz club at your event with our Vibes ensemble. Relax to the soft sounds of a vibraphone, upright bass and piano trio that will have you feeling warm and comfortable at your event. If you are looking for a way to class the night up a bit, look no further! |
Ziya - National ActDelicious melody lines, captivating poetry, and contagious rhythms... all of these words describe Ziya's unique and fresh Afrikaans style music! Click on her picture on the left to visit her webpage and contact EBE for all bookings within the United States. |
ZydecoTheir motto is: Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler! or Let The Good Times Roll! Louisiana style dance music at it's finest and most fun! A unique blend of Cajun two-steps, funky New Orleans rhythm & blues and swinging Louisiana rock and roll. |
