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James Acampora
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I live in Nassau County, Long Island NY. I play the cello and perform classical music, pop music, jazz, film, oldies, classic rock, r&b and contemporary for weddings, corporate events, charities, concerts, engagements, proposals, studio recordings, birthdays, anniversaries, and more. I've been playing professionally for almost 10 years, and I have tons of experience to make sure your event or concert feel just right. I'm also a recording artist with an in home studio. Music is my life and I love to share my passion!
-----Listen and watch my work here!
www.cellistja.com/recordings
www.instagram.com/james.acampora
https://www.youtube.com/@cellistja7628
-Packages I offer: (In order of popularity)
Cello Solo (Using backing tracks if needed)
Cello + Guitar
Cello + Harp
Cello + Piano
Cello + Piano + Vocalist
Violin Solo
Cello and Violin Duet
String Trio
String Quartet
DJ
***I can perform each part of the event with these groups, or have each musician play a different part of the event. I can make recommendations based on the length and style of the event. Please let me know if you have any questions!
All musicians are amplified with a speaker system. I do not need electricity on site. I am fully insured and can provide a Certificate of Insurance with the venue. I do not provide microphones.
---Booking Process:
My booking process is very simple, and I am very easy to reach!
First I will discuss what music groups we need and check musician availability. I adjust my pricing according to distance of venue, time spent performing, size of group, instruments (larger instruments like harp and piano take more time to transport) and amount of material learned. (some pieces may need rehearsal beforehand, however this isn't common). You don't need to know your song requests immediately! At least a month ahead of time is ideal.
Once we have an idea of what music is needed, I will then need the info below to write a contract. The contract contains the info to send me a down payment. Once I receive the down payment, I will keep in touch with you leading up to your event! I would love to schedule a phone call if you have the time!
Date of Event:
Names of couple, or contact name:
Venue Address:
Guest Arrival Time:
Phone Number:
Email:
Where I have performed:
Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Midtown Rooftop, Vanderbilt Museum, The Pool NYC, The Vessel Huntington Yards, Tilles Center, Staller Center, Gateway Playhouse, Gurney's, Oheka Castle, Greenspace NYC, Governors Island, Gelsey Kirkland School, Queens Botanical Garden, Bronx Botanical, Brooklyn Botanical, Bourne Mansion, Glen Cove Mansion, Oyster Bay Mansion, The Swan Club, Crescent Beach Club, Seawanhaka Country Club, Water's Edge, The Larkfield, Georgio's, Sole East Resort, Eagles Nest, Oxygen Villa - Costa Rica, Sands Resort, The Legacy Castle, The Fox Hollow, Sayville Mansion, Columbia Club, Cosmopolitan Club, Central Park NYC, Bryant Park, Silva
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James Acampora
Owner
James Acampora, Long Island native, has been performing with the cello for 10 years in weddings, dinner parties, concerts, museums, art galleries, and more! He is very passionate about music, and strives for his performances to be as genuine as possible. James grew an interest in weddings because he is fascinated by the power of music to change someones experience, and that people remember how the music feels, not how it sounds. James started his wedding performances when he was invited to play with other ensembles 10 years ago, and still enjoys each new performances as much as the first.
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