Brian Roberts Semi Tropical Music, Inc.

Brian Roberts/ Semi Tropical Music

You deserve the perfect soundtrack to your wedding day. No single musician can offer what Brian can: experience, talent, customization. Brian’s depth of professionalism is unmatched in the Keys. A solo singer/songwriter who has been performing for twenty years at Sloppy Joe’s Bar. With over 10,000 hours experience successfully entertaining crowds at one of Key West’s premier tourist attractions, Brian’s skill at reading a room is unparalleled. Whether he’s playing acoustic guitar; leading his band, the Prime Movers; or keeping your guests dancing the night away as a DJ; you can be assured he will give your day it’s perfect groove. Are you envisioning an intimate sunset ceremony complemented with classical selections; a cocktail hour of legendary love songs or perhaps a tropical vibe on ukulele; is your reception a light-the-dance-floor-on-fire party or a family gathering cloaked in ambient jazz? Brian is the guy to make it happen. One musician – endless options. Schedule time for a phone or Zoom call to discuss how you hear your perfect day unfolding. 305-320-0608 Brian operates under his business name Semi Tropical Music and is fully licensed and insured at all Keys’ venues.

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Instruments

Bass

Guitar

Keyboard

Piano

Trumpet

Ukulele

Vocals

Music Genres

Caribbean

Classical

Country

Dance

Disco

Jazz

Pop

R&B

Rock

Music Services

Live Music

Recorded Music

Wedding Activities

Rehearsals & Parties

Rehearsal Dinner

Welcome Party

Wedding

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Rehearsal Dinner

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4.9

out of 5.0

15 reviews

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Amy V

8/25/2021

Brian Roberts is AMAZING! He provided the music for our ceremony, cocktail hour and reception and it could not have been better! Everyone raved about him and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of his music. He was extremely easy to work with, accommodating and friendly. In fact, our seven-year-old son LOVED him so much he wants us to hire Brian for his next birthday party (in Minnesota! HA!)! If you are looking for music for your wedding in the Florida Keys, hire Brian Roberts…he is absolutely THE BEST!!! Thank you, Brian, for “Making Our Dreams Come True!” ;) ♥ Damon & Amy

Seth A

7/10/2020

Brian Roberts was one of the many highlights of our wedding at the Hemingway Home on June 20, 2020. From the jump, he was responsive, flexible, and open to any ideas we had. His playlist was expansive and his ability to mix and match sounds and moods was that of a seasoned professional. He had the full pulse of the crowd's energy throughout the night, and he matched it every step of the way. Since our's was the first wedding at the venue since the lockdown, he took extra measure to make sure we were comfortable and confident. I couldn't offer a higher recommendation for Brian!

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Katie R

6/23/2020

My family secretly hired Brian to join a Zoom to celebrate my fiance and I's original wedding date postponed due to COVID. He joined the Zoom and played our first dance (Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You) while we danced on our balcony in Atlanta, as our friends + family from across the USA looked on from their screens. He made it even more special by playing Happy Birthday to my Grandma, from whom we chose the original wedding date for, and led our family in a singalong on the call. He went above and beyond to make this otherwise sad day very special and was very flexible + adaptable to these strange times we are living in! I would recommend Brian to anyone have a wedding in the Keys as he captures the exact vibe + wonderful voice I would want. We are just hoping our wedding isn't postponed again in February so we can hire him to join our Key West wedding in full form!

CAROLYN S

3/21/2020

By many KW wedding vendors, Brian was named the best in the industry. So our decision was made easy. Brian is professional, an excellent musician, and totally a people person. What more do you need, honestly? After we hired Brian for our wedding, we were in KW over the holidays (before our wedding) and saw Brian play locally. We introduced ourselves and he sat with us during his break. We had a real convo, we got to know him, and felt not only excited but totally at ease to know a great musician with a fantastic personality would be playing at our wedding! His performance was amazing at the wedding. He did our ceremony solo and our reception with a keyboardist. He is flexible with the band make up and even learned songs we wanted him to play!! We received SO many compliments. He had our wedding guests up, dancing, smiling, and laughing nearly the entire time. Wish we could do it all over again! Just hire him. Trust me. I did a ton of research online and got local vendors opinions. You will not regret it. Can’t wait to see Brian again when we visit KW!! Groom Quote: Worth every penny!

Madison B

4/19/2019

We spent a long time searching for a musician to play our ceremony and a laid-back cocktail hour and were so lucky to stumble upon Brian! First off, the man just is the picturesque beachy-vibe. All our guests loved him. Second off, the music was fabulous. Ukelele, guitar, I think someone even mentioned a mandolin to me after the fact, and just a really great selection of music to get the crowd in the island-mood. He also played music before the ceremony while the guests were waiting which was a super bonus. Thanks so much for everything Brian! 10/10 would definitely recommend.

response 04/22/2019

Thank you Madison! I had a blast playing for you and your guests. What a spectacular day i...

t was...perfect weather! I so appreciate your kind words, take care...

Kristen L

3/04/2019

Brian and his band were absolutely perfect! Brian played acoustic guitar for our ceremony, I had referenced a Rolling Stones song during our vows and Brian was the star of the show when he played the opening riff to the song ad lib (none of the guests believed me when I told them it was NOT rehearsed). Brian also played for our cocktail hour and then his band joined him to play for our reception. I gave them free reign to play whatever they wanted and it was THE funnest reception I have ever been to! They knew how to please a crowd and the dance floor was packed all night long as a result, my guests are still raving about the band to this day. Brian was so responsive and easy to work with, I knew he and the band would be fantastic but they exceeded my expectations. I would hire them again in a heartbeat!

Emily M

5/15/2018

My husband, and I hired Brian for our Wedding ceremony along with cocktail hour at Sunset Key. He was by far one of the BEST vendors we had. I defintely would recommend Brian for any occasion!!! His music was fun, and all of our guests LOVED him! Thank you again Brian! Kristopher and Emily Werner

response 05/16/2018

Thank you Emily, had a fantastic time playing for you! Best of luck!

Marie-Laure K

4/12/2018

Brian was wonderful! Extremely professional, super nice, and very responsive. I am particularly grateful because he took the time to learn a special tune for my entrance and it was just the most beautiful thing ever. It was a tune from a video game that is very special to me and my husband and it was INCREDIBLE! I cry every time I watch our wedding video :) Thank you again, Brian. You are the best!

Bridget M

6/16/2015

We found Brian kind of accidentally but what a find! He came up from Key West which was great and was amazing! He set up at the ceremony site right away and played while people settled in. For the ceremony played Ave Marie and Here comes the bride, along with some others for the ceremony and then continued through the cocktail hour with some great tunes! He looks like a rockstar which was great and everyone was super impressed and thoroughly enjoyed watching and hearing him play. He's also very personable, easily reached by email, and has a huge range of songs! His fee is great for the area and has batter powered equipment which makes him ideal for outdoor weddings!

response 06/20/2015

Hi Bridget, thank you for your kind words. I had a great time playing for you and your gue...

sts!

Lynn P

11/24/2013

Lovely acoustic guitar for ceremony and cocktail hour

Marisa S

8/25/2013

I booked Brian last minute and he was very willing and happy to switch his own schedule to play at our ceremony. He is a very talented and nice person. I wanted a specific song played during the ceremony and he was more then happy to play what ever we wanted! His music is beautiful and it made our ceremony beyond perfect. We had over the rainbow by Iz as our ceremony song and Brian made it special and we couldn't ask for more!

Michell H

11/29/2012

Brian was recommended to us by our wedding coordinator at the Westin. He is highly regarded in Key West, and after listening to his music online, I knew he was the right man for the job. We had a mix of contemporary and nostalgic wedding music, and Brian delivered all of it beautifully. He made our wedding ceremony such a rich experience with his beautiful music. Brian was so easy to work with; prompt with emails, flexible, and responsive. He showed up early for the ceremony and entertained our guests, without us asking. The next day, we saw him playing at Sloppy Joes, and he kindly played our wedding song again for us to dance to one more time.

Bee O

10/14/2012

Brian Roberts is a Key West treasure. I wanted live music for my wedding and Brian played for 3 hours barely taking a break. He played the ceramony music, the sunset cruise sounds and the get up and dance songs. Brian was a friendly and fabulous local addition to our wedding. If you want that Key West feel to your wedding, Brian will get you there.

response 10/18/2012

Thank you for your kind words!

Jillyan T

9/15/2012

I found Brian through facebook and he was helpful from the start. We dealt online/via FB and he surpassed my greatest hopes. Fields of Gold by Sting was the song I walked down the aisle to and it was remarkable! One Love was played as we walked down the aisle "married" which was also incredible! Brian was so smooth and easy to deal with.

response 10/18/2012

Thank you Jillyan, I had a blast!

Phyllis S

12/04/2011

He played everything I requested beautifully on the acoustic guitar. He even agreed to let my sister play his guitar, so she could sing and play as a special dedication to us. Worth every penny!

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P.O. Box 1734, Big Pine Key, FL

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