Category Archives: Los Angeles Cocktail Party Music

Live cocktail hour music in Los Angeles – Mad Men Music

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Esperanto live cocktail hour music Los AngelesLive  cocktail hour music of the early 1960’s, (now know as the Mad Men era!), has always been my favorite style of listening music.  It was the heyday of prodigious talents like Burt Bacharach, Henry Mancini, Michelle LeGrande and Antonio Carlos Jobim, who, in this decade,  were debuting some of their most memorable songs of all time.  Their music was on the radio and gracing movie soundtrack after movie soundtrack.  Summer of 42, The Thomas Crown Affair, A Man and A Woman and Valley of The Dolls had glorious soundtracks that you could listen to over and over, featuring songs that are now classics. This is the music that inspired our own Mad Men Group Esperanto (http://www.rossimusic.biz/demo/ESPERANTO.htm)

Culling our absolute favorites from the long list of romantic and spicy songs that were hits of this era, we built Esperanto (http://www.rossimusic.biz/demo/ESPERANTO.htm) song by song.  French and American pop, Brazilian jazz, and Italian lounge are all featured in this tasteful group’s eclectic list of hip cocktail music.  Blending Bossa Novas, merengues, sambas and surf, the music is danceable and creates an unusual backdrop for all kinds of social gatherings.  It is quiet enough to have as a backdrop for a dinner party or cocktail reception.  And yet it makes for wonderful partner dancing, particularly if you and your guests enjoy ballroom dancing.

Because the lead singer performs in five languages, she brings an even more sophisticated edge to the music, and you can create all kinds of atmosphere with a group that is at once so cosmopolitan and so much fun.  Jessica Pare made Zou Bisou Bisou an instant classic with her performance on an episode of Mad Men.  Naturally Esperanto immediately added the song to their list, along with the theme to Moonrise kingdom and the theme to A Man And A Woman.  Other favorites they perform include The Girl from Ipanema (in Portuguese)  Sympathique (first made famous by PINK MARTINI) Close To You and Windmills of your Mind – in French!

Sexy and subtle, playful and evocative, this is a wonderful group whose hip cocktail music sets the tone for any Los Angeles gathering.

Contact Rossi Music at 818-902-1233 or visit our site (www.rossimusic.biz) for more information

Authentic Japanese Music For Events

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For cutting edge trends in cocktail entertainment, consider small, elegant international ensembles. One excellent choice is  authentic Japanese music and Japanese musicians.  This genre is perfect for any Asian themed event or international event, international cocktail parties or festivals.  You can either hire a traditional Japanese ensemble that will play authentic Japanese music or go with a fusion of Japanese with contemporary jazz or contemporary pop styles.  You can even play classic cocktail music with interesting Japanese instruments. Having a traditional Japanese duo is elegant and sophisticated, but if you want a more contemporary spin, the fusion of Japanese and jazz is excellent.
The authentic Japanese instruments called koto and shamisen provide an absolutely beautiful sound.  The koto is a national instrument for Japan and has been around for a very long time, but it is now being incorporated into newer music more frequently.  A koto flute duo is also a nice Japanese sound.  Both of these instruments used by Japanese Musicians and performers create a unique, soothing sound that will surely fill any evening with enchantment.
Traditional Japanese music is great for cocktail parties at Asian Weddings.  It is a great way to get guests in the mood for the night without being too overbearing.  Guests will be able to socialize with serene background music.  Japanese shamisen, koto, and flutes are the perfect way to bring original, outstanding sound to any international cocktail party.  Guests will be in awe of the exquisite notes coming from these traditional Japanese instruments.
For those who prefer a more trendy present-day style for your Asian themed event, the jazz and Japanese blend is wonderful.  It has more of a westernized feel, but the authentic style is still present.  Mixing of traditional sounds with western music generates stunning results at international cocktail parties.  It creates an unusual sound that will delight guests and make for lasting memories.  This is a fresh style for any event if you don’t want music to be to overwhelming, but still allows listeners to get absorbed if they so choose.  You can never go wrong with this style for any Asian Wedding or Asian Themed Event.

If you would like assistance booking live entertainment or DJ services for your next event please call our office at 818-902-1233

 

 

Live Sitar For Cocktail Parties

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One way to truly bring your COCKTAIL PARTY music to a whole new level is to take advantage of the sitar’s beautiful sound.  Traditionally made in India as an acoustic instrument, the sitar evolved into an electric instrument in the 60s.  Ravi Shankar helped make the instrument popular in the western world especially after George Harrison picked one up and began taking lessons from him.  Soon after the Beatles made it popular, sitar was spreading to all different bands.  Their song “Norwegian Wood” was the first pop song in the Western world to display the sitar.
Although it is popular in Western music it has a very traditional and rich Indian sound.  Having a sitar is a good way to bring an international flair to your Los Angeles COCKTAIL PARTY.  The instrument is sophisticated yet simple and will make your cocktail party unforgettable.  This Indian style of music will spice up your party and create a fun, new atmosphere.  Guests will have their spirits lifted and their minds opened.
This is a cool idea for a Southern California COCKTAIL PARTY because the music is moving and completely different than what most people usually listen to.  It will turn the night into an exotic and elegant wonderland. There are several ways to include this instrument, including more modern takes or keeping it more traditional.  Either way you go, the captivating sound of the sitar filling the room will definitely intrigue you and your guests.

One way to truly bring your COCKTAIL PARTY music to a whole new level is to take advantage of the sitar’s beautiful sound.  Traditionally made in India as an acoustic instrument, the sitar evolved into an electric instrument in the 60s.  Ravi Shankar helped make the instrument popular in the western world especially after George Harrison picked one up and began taking lessons from him.  Soon after the Beatles made it popular, sitar was spreading to all different bands.  Their song “Norwegian Wood” was the first pop song in the Western world to display the sitar. Although it is popular in Western music it has a very traditional and rich Indian sound.  Having a sitar is a good way to bring an international flair to your COCKTAIL PARTY.  The instrument is sophisticated yet simple and will make your cocktail party unforgettable.  This Indian style of music will spice up your party and create a fun, new atmosphere.  Guests will have their spirits lifted and their minds opened.  This is a cool idea for a COCKTAIL PARTY because the music is moving and completely different than what most people usually listen to.  It will turn the night into an exotic and elegant wonderland. There are several ways to include this instrument, including more modern takes or keeping it more traditional.  Either way you go, the captivating sound of the sitar filling the room will definitely intrigue you and your guests.

If you would like assistance booking live entertainment or DJ services for your next event please call our office at 818-902-1233