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Tuesday, September 17th, 2013Jazz Band Sonyx at 2013 ‘Chef’s Best’
Tuesday, September 10th, 2013Once again, the six-piece Jazz Band Sonyx kept the crowds grooving along at the Annual ‘Chef’s Best’ Dinner & Auction to benefit Food & Friends. The packed ballroom at the Washington Hilton found no shortage of food and drinks from savory to sweet to enjoy. These seasoned musicians performed a wide variety of jazz band selections, from dixieland, bebop, swing, cool jazz, and contemporary selections. Sonyx consists of trumpet, saxophone, piano, guitar, bass, and drums. These seasoned professionals have been performing in the DC area for over 20 years, for a variety of events with a variety of music styles.
Jazz Band Sonyx for ‘Chef’s Best’ 2013
Capital Award 2013 for ‘Best Sponsored Event Team’ for DC ISES
Monday, August 19th, 2013
Olivera Music Entertainment was honored to receive a 2013 ‘Capital Award’ from the DC chapter of the International Special Events Society for ‘Best Sponsored Event Team’. These annual awards recognize the best special events for the previous year produced by ISES DC chapter members. The Team Awards are the most prestigious and competitive of the the categories, as each entry involves several ISES members. The team for this event, the ‘Did you hears the news? Gala’ included 22 ISES DC chapter members, covering all aspects of the event: music, event planning, decor, sound, photography, transportation, event furnishings, valet, lighting, draping, plants, bartending, place settings, and multi-media. The event was held at the Gannett/USA Today Headquarters in McLean, VA.
Previously, Olivera Music Entertainment has received the ‘Capital Award’ three times, for ‘Best Entertainment Production’, in 2006, 2009, and 2010. We were excited to be a part of this fabulous team, and look forward to many more events with top-notch ISES members.
Music Entertainment for a Corporate Dine Around in DC
Friday, August 16th, 2013
Music entertainment for a corporate event in DC involved not one, but thirteen different locations, simultaneously. The variety of music entertainment included five soloists (piano, guitar, DJ), one jazz duo, five jazz trios, and four classical trios. Support staff included four on-site coordinators brilliantly maneuvering amongst the sites, along with several audio support staff. The sites included:
- American Pharmacists Association Foundation
- Anderson House
- Folger Shakespeare Library
- Library of Congress
- Lincoln’s Cottage
- National Archives
- National Portrait Gallery
- National Press Club
- Renwick Gallery
- Smithsonian Castle
- Smithsonian Museum of American History
- Smithsonian Museum of Natural History
- Museum of Women in the Arts
As you can imagine, logistics for this type of an event with various music entertainment groups are extensive:
- Security information needed to be completed and submitted several days in advance.
- Most locations required audio support, with over 20 staff on-site for set-up and monitoring the events.
- All events started at 5:30PM, during the peak of rush hour.
- Parking details at each site were arranged and confirmed.
- Equipment load-in details sometimes included loading-in the previous day, with a secure storage room arranged.
- Equipment arriving day of and thru a loading dock at each site was scheduled with several vendors sharing the loading dock.
- Electrical access at historic sites can be challenging; we were prepared with extra equipment and accessories available.
The music entertainment was enjoyed by all and was the ‘Life of the Celebration’ at each site.
Tip #10 Let’s Celebrate!
Monday, July 1st, 2013
It’s time to celebrate…..You need entertainment…..What to choose? Do you “Try something new”, or go with “Something tried and true”?
Try Something New
Have fun! Be creative! Celebrate! But be sure to work with a producer who is knowledgeable about the logistics of the performance. Here are a couple of “new” ideas to consider:
- A Video Jockey (VJ)
Imagine a DJ with videos projected on large screens. With large scale events, the equipment required is already in place. The VJ displays videos to create an energetic atmosphere for revving up the dancing!
- “Rhapsody America” Patriotic Show
Not your usual patriotic show, but one which uses a costumed narrator, a show band, three vocalists, a violinist, and a kids choir. Showcasing patriotic-type music thru the years in a compact show, you will be brought to your feet and singing along to “Proud to Be an American”. For added effect, a Fife and Drum Band can provide cocktail music and parade you into dinner.
Something Tried and True
There are truly “new” ideas, but there are also ways to use a past idea in a new way, such as using a new theme or decor with songs to match. This provides something new and interesting with the assurance of success. Here are some reliable favorites:
- A Top Dance Band
There are several top notch dance bands from which to choose. They vary by size, music selection, instrumentation, and price. They keep your event alive with energy and excitement!
- Headliner Acts
These performers continue to perform because they are great – and a reliable solution for a special event. There are many choices – let’s discuss the best option for your guests, and we will provide several suggestions.
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Olivera featured in Loudoun Magazine
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Helen Hayes Awards Sets a New Standard
The Olivera Quartet was instrumental in the re-vamping of the 2015 Helen Hayes Awards last evening, completing 50 presentations in 78 minutes.
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OME wins international award!
We received an 'ESPRIT Award' from the International Special Events Society for 'Best ISES Team Effort, Budget over $200,000', an international award which draws entries from the 52 ISES chapters around the world.
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