About this vendor
From romantic wedding ceremonies to joyful cocktail hours and unforgettable dinner music, CustodeMusic, based in Lewiston, NY, delivers world-class live music with warmth, sophistication, and style. Live music as timeless as your love story.
Serving all of Western New York (and beyond!), we specialize in live music for weddings, private events, corporate gatherings, restaurants, and upscale venues. Whether you're planning an elegant vineyard wedding, a classic ballroom reception, or an intimate backyard celebration, we'll bring your event to life with exceptional live music.
With three versatile ensembles under our name—Custode & Parisi (Society Jazz), Christina Custode, Lew Custode, and the Barroom Buzzards Dixieland Jazz Band—we offer:
Ceremony Music:
Set the perfect tone for your "I do" with live music that reflects your style and faith tradition.
- Liturgical, secular, and non-secular music selections
- Classical piano, romantic ballads, or custom arrangements
- Live vocals, trumpet, piano, or instrumental combinations
- Personalized processional, unity ceremony, and recessional pieces
Cocktail Hour and Dinner Music:
Elevate your celebration with live jazz and soulful standards.
- Traditional Jazz and Dixieland Jazz
- Crooner-style vocals, Society Jazz, and The Great American Songbook
- "New standards" and acoustic versions of modern love songs
- Available as soloists, duos, trios, or four-piece ensembles
Bridal Showers, Bachelorette Parties, and Special Events:
Introducing The Singing Sommelier—a one-of-a-kind experience blending live music, wine education, and entertainment.
Perfect for:
- Bridal showers
- Bachelorette gatherings
- Rehearsal dinners
- Intimate micro-events
Curated by award-winning vocalist and certified sommelier Christina Custode, The Singing Sommelier combines elegant piano and vocals with thoughtfully paired wines, tasting notes, and laughter-filled storytelling.
Why Brides Choose CustodeMusic:
- Decades of performance experience in weddings and formal events
- Flexible packages to fit your vision and budget
- Seamless booking and professional service
- A diverse, polished repertoire to match any aesthetic
Whether you're dreaming of a sacred ceremony, a Gatsby-style jazz cocktail hour, or a cozy wine-paired bachelorette celebration, CustodeMusic crafts the perfect soundtrack for your once-in-a-lifetime moments.
Based in Lewiston, NY | Available for travel
Booking now for weddings and events throughout Western NY
Details
Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Instruments
- Banjo
- Bass
- Guitar
- Keyboard
- Piano
- Saxophone
Music Genres
- Classical
- Jazz
- Pop
Music Services
- Live Music
- Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
- Rehearsals & Parties
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Welcome Party
- Wedding
- Ceremony
- Cocktail Hour
Awards and Affiliations
2026 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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out of 5.05 reviews
We hired CustodeMusic for both our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour, and they truly made the day unforgettable. Christina Custode sang at our church ceremony, and her voice was a...
bsolutely breathtaking—so many of our guests are still talking about it! She brought such beauty and emotion to the Mass, and it was everything we hoped for.
For the cocktail hour, we had the Custode and Parisi Trio at our reception venue. They were the perfect blend of sophistication and style—setting the tone with live jazz that created a classy, relaxed atmosphere.
From start to finish, everyone at CustodeMusic was incredibly professional, easy to work with, and responsive. They made the coordination between the ceremony and cocktail hour seamless. Truly top-notch musicians and wonderful people to work with. Highly recommend!
Using something borrowed blooms was one of the best wedding moves we made! Once we decorated with the amazing floral arrangements, so many guest couldn’t believe they weren’t real!...
I would recommend to every future bride I meet!
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Custode and Parisi played during our cocktail hour, and they were absolutely phenomenal! Their music created the perfect ambiance—elegant, timeless, and effortlessly cool. Not onl...
y are they incredibly talented musicians, but they were also wonderful to work with. Communication was clear and timely throughout the planning process, and they showed up early, fully prepared, and professionally dressed. You can tell they are true professionals who take pride in their work. Our guests are still raving about the music! Highly recommend them to anyone looking to elevate their event with live music.
“We have booked “Custode and Parisi” at our dinner and wine pairing fundraiser for the past three years and have had an extremely positive experience each time! Lew Custode is very...
easy to work with. He is reliable and quick to respond. And the music is fantastic!! Our guests comment on the beautiful music every year. It really does create a wonder ambiance and has definitely contributed to the success of our event. We are very grateful to have found such fantastic musicians!”
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