Cadillac Jazz Band

wedding jazz band. These guys are extremely talented, patient and were able to play most of the requested songs we suggested. Thanks again!

backdrop of soulful upright bass, jazzy piano improvs, and perfectly timed drum fills. Imagine the ambiance as dinner is served, your favorite jazz classics and some of "today's" tunes turned into masterpieces of creativity, never overwhelming guests' conversations as they dine. Now, imagine a dance party that actually gets guests of all ages onto the dance floor ... yes, that actually happens too, with Jason as DJ. We had the great pleasure of experiencing all of this when Jason played for our daughter's double wedding reception last month. We threw this unconventional "double wedding in the midst of a pandemic" at Jason and he was absolutely top notch. The wedding went through several iterations as a result of covid19, and he was right along with us through all of the changes. He helped us plan music for the ceremony, which involved some editing to make the processional timing flawless for two wedding parties and two brides. He gave us great ideas and some tips on ways to include guests from their teens to their 80s in the fun at the reception -- things we never would have thought of since we'd never before planned a wedding. And most importantly, he communicated with us throughout the process, always responding quickly and thoroughly to our questions and concerns. He even reached out to our other vendors so that all of them would be on the same page regarding timing of key moments (introductions, toasts, cake cutting, etc.) and other things. So many of our guests told us how much they enjoyed Jason's trio (and we had many musicians in our midst), and the dance party was full of our requested songs alongside those Jason knew would get the guests out of their seats. Having great vendors is key to planning and having a fantastic wedding. Having reliable, flexible vendors of impeccable character is key to planning a double wedding amid a pandemic! Jason Hollar is the one you want to call when you're ready to make that classy, fun wedding reception you've imagined a thousand times a reality. Thank you, Jason and Cadillac Jazz, for a wedding we'll never forget. We hope to come up with another celebration to give us an "excuse" to hire you!

ic and a good party. He made sure the playlist was just to my family’s taste, and the band truly did deliver. Ever musician in the band is amazing and full of energy. The smooth jazz sound and their singer was exactly the classic sound I wanted, and I love that they turn into a DJ later in the evening. They set the mood just right throughout the evening, and made sure that the dancing didn’t stop. I hope I can find a reason to hire them again soon, because they made my wedding a party. The Cadillac Jazz Band definitely added to the perfect day. 1000% would recommend.

that for us. Jason met with us prior to our wedding to discuss our timeline, favorite types of music, and the vibe that we wanted to be portrayed at our wedding. Jason even went above and beyond to create a song mash-up for my father/daughter surprise dance. He went out of his way to help us with our wedding timeline and kept the evening flowing so smoothly. At the end of the evening, the venue coordinator asked who the DJ was because she had never seen so many people on the dance floor at a wedding. Now that’s a compliment! I cannot speak enough to Jason’s professionalism, kindness, and genuine passion for music. Thank you for making our wedding so special!!

asy they were to work with. Jason was such a professional to deal with. He was always timely and easily accessible during the planning stages. We had a lot of questions and he always weighed in appropriately with his wealth of experience. He really put us at ease with how confidently he handled everything leading up to the wedding. Not only did they make sure the music was exactly how we wanted it, Jason helped us with many other details around our timeline of the day, announcements, etc. All in all when the big day came around Jason and the guys executed flawlessly. They played beautiful background music during the cocktail hour and dinner. After dinner we agreed to add a sax player, which our guests all seemed to love!. All in all I highly recommend going with Jason and Cadillac Jazz band. You won't have to sweat at all leading up to the Wedding because they will make sure that planning is a breeze, and when the big day comes they will deliver!

ess. He was open to collaborating and customizing as we had a lot of requests in order to make our Big Day perfect. We had such a great experience working with these guys and we would certainly recommend them for any special occasion or gig!

rked with Jason (band leader) on a very specific playlist that ranged from Ella Fitzgerald and Etta Cox to The Beatles and the The Beach Boys and he was wonderful in meeting so many of our requests! He knew exactly which pieces of his band should be playing through cocktails versus dinner versus post-dinner drinks and dancing and kept the ambiance perfect through our entire wedding reception. If you're looking for a classic jazz band with a great repertoire these are your guys!

very professional and organized--very easy to plan with and place trust in.

job at our wedding reception. The jazz music was the perfect touch during our cocktail hour that all of our guests enjoyed for that is all they are talking about! Jason was also able to help us with a customized father/daughter dance that was a huge hit! Thank you Jason and the rest of the band for such an amazing reception full of wonderful music.

ding. If you are here, look no further; Jason and Cadillac Jazz are the absolute best, and we would have paid two or three times as much for the satisfaction we derived from our experience with them. For our wedding, my wife and I were looking for something that not many people offer - a Jazz band AND a DJ. Our concerns were 1) that we would get a person who excelled in Jazz, but not as a DJ, or vice versa, and 2) that paying for the two services separately would be very expensive. But after talking to Jason and experiencing Cadillac Jazz, all of our concerns melted away! To be specific... 1) Cadillac Jazz was awesome. The jazz during dinner was perfect, and really gave our wedding a very classy and sophisticated feel. We loved it. Also, as a DJ, Jason was so great. The music he played was excellent. I would say "classy" here as well. It was a perfect mix of songs that brought everyone from our college friends to our grandparents, and everyone in between, out on to the dance floor! Almost as critical was the fact that he knew what songs NOT to play (I hope you know which ones I'm talking about haha). Basically, not a single complaint. 2) In a sentence, Jason and his band were worth way more than we paid for them. It was honestly the most enjoyable aspect of all of the wedding planning because Jason worked so hard on our behalf. Not only did he provide more than we expected as a musician, but he also provided help and recommendations for other services we needed in the planning process. He went above and beyond the call of duty in order to provide us with the best service possible; looking back, we wouldn't even consider hiring anyone else. If you want an amazing wedding, you would be crazy not to choose Cadillac Jazz! They are awesome.

d songs, and the jazz was spectacular. Because I actually majored in jazz piano performance, I wanted to play a song and dedicate it to my new husband. Jason was not only willing, but excited to let me sit in with the band! I couldn't be more honored to play with such outstanding musicians. Overall, we had a wonderful time, and it was such a relief knowing that I didn't have to worry at all during the evening about anything DJ/music related. Cadillac Jazz played a huge role in making my wedding day the very best day of my life. I couldn't thank them enough!

ncerely listened to our ideas and our wishes, and put forth every bit of effort to make our reception perfect. We had a 5 hour reception beginning with a cocktail hour paired with wonderful jazz from Cadillac Jazz. It was perfect. Our guests could not have been more pleased, it set the mood for the early part of the evening. The music allowed our guests to chat and enjoy each others company, but also continued to build the excitement and anticipation for the party that was yet to come. Following the cocktail hour, the band broke down their gear (without disturbing a single guest), and Jason took on the role of DJ/MC for the remainder of the night. We had told Jason early on that we hoped that he would be able to read the crowd, and respond to their mood with the proper music choice. We had given him plenty of "requests", but left it in his hands to decide what to play and when to play it. Following dinner, Jason didn't hesitate to get the party going with Shout, and from that point on, the dance floor was never empty. Jason was a professional from start to finish. Before we booked Cadillac Jazz, Jason took the time to speak with us over the phone and make sure that his services matched our desires for our reception. He managed to have a conference call with us about two weeks prior to the wedding, where we discussed every last detail of the reception. Jason did not leave any stone unturned during that conversation. He truly listened to everything that we said, and made us feel like he was there to serve us, not the other way around (like so many other vendors make you feel). Jason's music selection was HUGE and if there was a song that he didn't have, he would get it. He even went out of his way to edit (a few different times) our first dance song, trimming it down in a few areas for us. Jason edited our entrance songs as well, making sure that the wedding party had the perfect beat to make our grand entrance. Since Jason is a musician, the sound quality of his equipment is top notch, and it filled the room perfectly. Also, his additional lighting was just right, he had an eye for what lighting worked with the room without making it tacky. We would recommend Cadillac Jazz and DJ/MC Service to anyone. No matter what type of reception you are hoping to have, they will listen to your wishes and make sure that the evening goes as you have envisioned it.

ents happy, but because he take's pride in his company and his work... and that pride showed in his performance. We asked for a mix of services from Cadillac Jazz, a live music jazz trio during our cocktail hour, and for a DJ driven dance party later in the evening... oh and we asked Jason to travel three hours to York PA (from Pittsburgh) to perform. Not a single issue, not a single 'we'll need to charge extra for that', Jason couldn't have been more accommodating and we couldn’t have been happier with the results. As a true master of ceremonies, Jason’s focus was on his guests and the bride and groom, not on himself. He played what we wanted and what the situation tastefully called for, He kept the evening moving smoothly, but flexed enough to roll with the punches… Cadillac Jazz helped make our event one to remember and we still get compliments from friends and family. Thank you Jason! C & D

t us up to date of the time and made sure we were on track with announcements and everything. I would definitely recommend Cadillac Jazz to anyone having a wedding or any event. Wonderful all around!

d then we had a 5 piece jazz band for dancing. The musicians were fabulous and everyone loved them. Jason is extremely kind, flexible and easy to work with. We realized we didn't have anyone to announce when toasts would be or when the wedding party arrived at the reception, and he stepped in very smoothly and did it for us. All-around great, couldn't recommend them more highly!

z Dj'd for the remainder of the reception. It was perfect and everyone had an amazing time.

on and of course they blew us out of the water. Jason Hollar and his group were so kind and professional in the planning as well. Everyone is still raving about how much they loved the music that night. We wouldn't change anything.

cocktail hour and dinner hour and it was absolutely beautiful. I still have people coming up to me telling me how great they were. We are beyond happy with the job they did and would highly recommend them to anyone!

ony and cocktail hour and he was wonderful for both of those as well. The group is very professional and I would recommend them for anyone's special day. Thank you guys for doing such a great job. David