About this vendor
A dynamic trio -- flute, violin, and cello -- performs classical, religious, popular, Broadway, and dance music for weddings, cocktail hours, receptions, and corporate events. Specializing in Catholic Mass, Jewish ceremonies, and diversity.
Vocalist available, amplified, insured, travel Tri-state.
On November 1, the Gramercy Arts Ensemble was seen and heard on national television, Bravo station, performing the Lauren Manzo wedding ceremony music on Manzo'd with Children, the spin-off of Housewives of New Jersey. Lauren's wedding has been referred to as: The TV Wedding of the Year.
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Instruments
- Cello
- Fiddle
- Flute
- Trumpet
- Violin
- Vocals
Music Genres
- Caribbean
- Celtic
- Classical
- Dance
- Jazz
- Klezmer
Music Services
- Live Music
- Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Welcome Party
- Wedding
- After Party
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Floralie, Amy and Judy who are the three ladies of the Gramercy Arts Ensemble, are wonderfully well-versed, very professional and a pleasure to work with to make your special event over the top! We have engaged them twice for our 5th and 10th anniversary vow renewal services, most recently this past July. They have an extensive repertoire of classical, theater and movie show tunes, religious, and pop music selections. Their vast knowledge can help you plan just the right musical selection to walk down the aisle to, dance the first dance to, and to just relax and enjoy your cocktail or dinner reception. We have used them for both indoor and outdoor settings. So many of our guests have commented on how well they harmonize together and what beautiful music echoes in their ears both at the event and long after it is over. We look forward to engaging the Gramercy Arts Ensemble for our next vow renewal ceremony in five years!
The Gramercy Arts Ensemble delivered a beautiful selection of musical accompaniments that absolutely completed our wedding ceremony. Amy and the rest of the ensemble were so patient and creative in the planning of our musical selections and their talents exceeded all expectations! A true dream come true! We cannot share enough support of this group and express enough gratitude!
We hired Gramercy Arts for our wedding in October 2021 where they performed during our wedding ceremony. Gramercy Arts was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. They recommended great songs and even was able to learn a song we wanted for our recessional. It was so appreciated! They were super communicative, organized and answered my (many) questions. They performed the songs so beautifully on my wedding day, I can’t wait to get my wedding video back so I can hear everything again! If you are looking for music for a wedding ceremony or whatever need you have, choose Gramercy Arts! You won’t regret it!
The Gramercy Arts Ensemble musical performance was the perfect addition to the wedding ceremony for my daughter’s wedding. Floralie, Amy and Judy could not have been more professional and helpful in helping us with the perfect musical selections from the beginning of the ceremony as our guest found their seats to the recessional. Our guest were impressed with the enjoyable program of music. As the mother of the Bride I could not have been more pleased with the music and the elegance that the Gramercy Area Ensemble provided for my daughter’s wedding. One of the best decisions we made was to have them perform at the wedding.
They performed beautifully during our ceremony and cocktail hour. We loved their music!!
I had the pleasure of having Floralie play the violin and Judy play the flute at my wedding ceremony. The live music sounded wonderful and we received many compliments from our guests. Prior to my wedding day, Floralie was very attentive to exactly what I wanted. She was able to ensure me that everything would run perfect musically, and it did. I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants to add a magical touch to their special day!
Gramercy Arts Ensemble was wonderful to work with!!! They listened to all of our requests, truly cared about making our ceremony and cocktail hour special for us, were great at communicating throughout the wedding process, and made our wedding so special!!! They even traveled to our wedding in NY which were are SO grateful for! We highly recommend Gramercy Arts Ensemble!!! Thank you ladies!!!
These ladies are as lovely as they are talented. I could not have had a more perfect experience working with working with them. Amy helped me pick music that translated well and suited my husband & I's different music styles. We ended up with a mix of classic rock, classical & modern hits. Everyone loved it.
They are incredibly easy to work with and professional. Day of, we had nothing to check on or worry about. We couldn't have asked for more. Thank you so much for helping to make our wedding day so special. I will always remember walking down the aisle to "wonderful tonight" with my Father. Thank you ! You can't go wrong with this ensemble!
Everyone loved the Ensemble! They were perfect at our ceremony and were able to help us figure out what we wanted when we weren't sure. We didn't know at first if a classically-trained ensemble would be the right fit for our quirky modern wedding, but they were very flexible and were absolutely the perfect choice.
Gramercy Arts Ensemble recently performed at my daughters catholic wedding ceremony and we were more then pleased with the beautiful music and professionalism of Judy, Amy and Floralie. My guests were blown away by how talented they were and that they almost stole the show from the bride and groom. The vocalist David S. sounded just like Josh Grobin! I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants something very special and beautiful for their big day.
I initially booked the ensemble to play at our cocktail hour and then called them two days before our wedding and asked them to also play at our ceremony, and let me tell you, it was the best decision I could have made. The music gave me chills as my beautiful wife walked down the aisle. I cried, and I still get choked up thinking about that moment. For me it was the best part of the whole day. Forget the organ - Gramercy Arts Ensemble is the way to go. We received several compliments on the music at the ceremony. Very pleasant people to work with. They had no problem accommodating my wife and I when asked to also play at our ceremony last minute. I highly recommend this group. Thank you again!
- Phil
Floralie, Judy and Amy,
We just couldn't let another minute go by without reaching out to you. We were absolutely blown away and thrilled with all of you..... We had a dream of a fairytale wedding and your beautiful music made our evening absolutely perfect. It was beyond our expectations. Thank you so very much for completing our perfect day. Words can never express how much we and our guests enjoyed you all. The trio and David have been quite talked about since that evening!!!! You all have certainly left an imprint in our hearts. Xoxox
Michelle & Scott
My husband and I had the pleasure of having the Gramercy Arts Ensemble perform at our wedding ceremony. They created such a beautiful and elegant atmosphere and we could not be happier with how our ceremony turned out. The women were an absolute pleasure to work with. They really set the tone for what was an amazing night. I highly recommend the Gramercy Arts Ensemble to any couple currently planning their special day.
We were so pleased with our decision to have the Gramercy Arts Ensemble perform the music for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. The music sounded absolutely beautiful during the ceremony and we enjoyed hearing a variety of songs during the cocktail hour. The group was a pleasure to work with and I appreciated their professionalism. They were readily available to answer any questions we had and were willing to perform any of our requests. Much thanks to the Gramercy Arts Ensemble for helping to make our wedding day perfect!
Gramercy Arts Ensemble was the perfect addition to our perfect rehearsal dinner. They added ambiance to the evening without being intrusive. Highly recommended for anyone looking to make their event a little more special.
This ensemble played expertly and they were extremely helpful in the planning of the music for our outdoor wedding. I requested a song that they had never played before, and it was no problem. Floralee just found the music, arranged it and they played it beautifully. I would highly recommend them for any wedding or special occasion. I'm sorry about not including details about the pricing. I can't remember the exact charge, but they were extremely reasonable compared to other ensembles.
I used Gramercy Arts Ensemble for my wedding ceremony in June 2015. We had an outdoor ceremony and they complimented my "look" perfectly! We don't live close by, so we were unable to meet in person but communication was easy and stress free! I chose songs that they already knew, but they would have learned anything, if it's what I wanted. The weather was questionable and they were patient with me to make a decision if I was going to change the ceremony indoors, since their instruments could not get wet. Well the weather held out and I even bought them a tent just in case!! They played truely amazing and "wowed" my guests. I would recommend them to anyone looking for something special for a wedding ceremony, cocktail hour or anything!!
The Gramercy Arts Ensemble was the perfect addition to our ceremony, it made our wedding truly magical! They were extremely accommodating and very pleasant to work with. The music was the most beautiful ceremony music I have ever heard. I highly recommend The Gramercy Arts Ensemble!
We decided to have the Bishop of our Church marry us at the venue where we had our reception because it was so beautiful and it would be so convenient for our guests. However, we still wanted the feel of a church wedding, music, walking down the aisle, Sophisticated, Classy, Spiritual and Magical all rolled into one. The Grammercy Arts Ensemble gave us exactly that! Their beautiful music echoed through the room as our guests were being seated. The trio was dressed for the occasion in formal attire and looked lovely. When the Bridal Party began walking down the isle you could see the happy tears and big smiles on all the guests faces. The music from Grammercy Arts made our ceremony beautiful and so moving. We had so many compliments on our ceremony and I attribute a lot of that to The Grammercy Arts Ensemble. They were easy to work with and each one was so sweet. After the ceremony was over they quietly moved over to our Cocktail Hour Room next door and began getting everyone into Party Mode! A whole different feeling. Again, so perfect and so many more compliments.
I highly recommend them to anyone planning a special occasion or holiday event. You will be proud to have them and your guests will love them. I can't wait to have another occasion so that we can use them again. I had the Violin, Cello and the Flute. A perfect classy combo. For our wedding reception we had a DJ, also excellent with an amazing personality. You will be well taken care of by them.i was a very Proud Bride! When you put yourself in the hands of those you can rely on....all your worries disappear and you get to enjoy your big day!! Congrats from Claudia & Donna!!
Email me anytime. I'd be happy to to help you!! ❤️
Floralie, Amy and Judy are delightful women all the way around! In planning (from a distance) for our son's wedding rehearsal dinner it was wonderful to feel as though I was talking to my dear old friends! Because they knew the venue and it's beautiful indoor-outdoor setting and where the outlets, etc. are located, we didn't have to think of a thing after they were booked other than if there was some specific music we would like used. The Gramercy Arts Trio was very accommodating to our requests and has a repertoire that is perfect for such an event. They played beautiful background music during cocktail hour and dinner and made their mics available to us for welcoming, toasting and blessing our meal. My only regret was that we weren't able to just sit and listen because they are such professional musicians! It's wonderful that they are receptive to playing in many different formats! There's nothing like live music! The ladies performed at their best and brought their personalities along for embellishment! Our guests were tickled with the entertainment and have commented many times since the event about how delightful it was to have them there. I delight in listening to their CD and find that their music puts a song in my heart and a spring in my step! We couldn't recommend them more highly!
The Gramercy Arts Ensemble performed at our wedding in late June, 2015. This was a “late-in-life” wedding and we were including the families of our deceased spouses so we wanted our ceremony to be joyous but understated and in good taste. The wedding was held in a private home - both inside and outside in the gardens - not an easy space to master; the ensemble did a fine job of finding the right spot so they could be heard by all. The three women, a blond, brunette, and redhead, arrived on time chicly attired in matching black dresses with sequined tops that added just the right amount of sparkle to an afternoon event. They played a wide mix of classical, operatic, and show tunes as requested, in a manner that was never intrusive but set just the right tone of festivity and joyousness. We had requested that the musicians play 'O mio babbino caro’ by Puccini at a specific point during the ceremony and they were able to magnificently accommodate the request. Many of our guests commented on how much they enjoyed the music at our wedding. The Gramercy Arts Ensemble was a major factor in our determining our wedding to have been a smashing success! It was truly special not just to the bride and groom but also to our guests, young and old alike.
The Gramercy Arts Ensemble added a special touch to our ceremony. The music was charming and made our wedding even more beautiful.
Gramercy Arts Ensemble made my daughter's dreams come true. Floralie, Judy, and Amy took so much time to listen to my daughter's vision of her ceremony and cocktail hour. Their musical performance exuberated so much love and happiness for all of us. They are true professionals who gave us their all. I highly recommend these wonderful women. They are the best!
Thank you with all my heart!
Linda Geltzeiler
Mother of the Bride
I have nothing but absolutely wonderful things to say about them. Throughout the entire planning process, they were there to help with song choices, timing, and learned very dear songs of ours so they could be incorporated into our ceremony. They were truly wonderful and are cherished part of our wedding day.
Our wedding planner found this talented trio (flute/ cello and violin).
They helped with the music selection which created the perfect atmosphere for the wedding ceremony and the cocktail hour.
Attentive to our requests and easy to work with as we were coordinating from out of state.
Our guests went out of their way to let us know how much they enjoyed their music.
We highly recommend the Gramercy Arts Ensemble.
My daughter was married on Oct. 24, 2014, and as a wedding gift to her and her groom, I hired the Gramercy Arts Ensemble to play at their ceremony.
Amy, Judy and Floralie are an absolute delight to work with, and I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants a touch of elegance and class to add to their ceremony or reception. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making my daughter's wedding day such an elegant and beautiful affair!
Trina Peduto Colford, Mother of the Bride
We had the Gramercy Arts Ensemble play at our wedding and cocktail hour. The music was perfect! They had all of the younger kids at the cocktail hour dancing and having a ball!
Floralie and Judy went the extra mile to learn songs I loved, wear clothes that matched the wedding colors, and to be extra-early so I didn't have to worry about a thing. They are both extremely friendly and eager to make your day special. I would recommend them to a friend in a heartbeat.
Gramercy Arts Ensemble came highly recommended to me, and they truly exceeded my expectations. They took the time to go over options for the ceremony and cocktail hour music selection, and helped us formulate and execute our vision for the evening. They were able to play classic song choices for the precession and more upbeat popular music for the cocktail hour. They are so talented and delightful to work with. I would definitely recommend them. Thank you ladies!!!
We chose Gramercy Arts Ensemble to play at both the church and the cocktail hour at our recent wedding. They were absolutely wonderful. The music was beautiful. Our friends and family had rave reviews for weeks. The musical choices were perfect and were exactly what we wanted to make the ceremony very special. We would recommend them to couples looking for an elegant touch to their wedding.
The Gramercy Arts Ensemble did a beautiful job playing at my wedding. They really added something special to our ceremony. We had a catholic ceremony, and the Gramercy Arts worked with the vocalist from our church. They sounded wonderful together. They were so easy to work with and made the whole process very easy for us. I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants their wedding ceremony to sound extra special.
The Gramercy Arts Ensemble added that special touch to the ceremony. It really made the ceremony that more special.
Floralie, Judy, and Amy were a pleasure to work with. The group performed recently at my outdoor wedding ceremony. They are an extremely talented group who can play classical as well as string and flute renditions of contemporary pieces, from Beatles, to showtunes, to top 40 hits. I sent them sheet music for a recent contemporary piece and they adapted the music perfectly for the wedding prelude. They were very responsive and have years of experience, so they provided great advice for pieces that would work at various stages of the ceremony. I wanted to include classical, traditional wedding pieces as well as some showtunes, and the group put together a great musical program that included both! I would highly recommend this group for any wedding or formal event!
When my mom told me she wanted to have a small orchestral group perform at my wedding ceremony, I honestly didn't care and told her it was fine if it was important to her. Now that it's all said and done, I couldn't be more thrilled with the Gramercy Arts Ensemble. Their performance was beautiful and we had numerous guests use the word "exquisite".
My mom loved working with them and commented to me several times about their professionalism from beginning to end. She is a manager at a golf club and is accustomed to dealing with various types of entertainers and is even considering bringing Gramercy into her facility.
Although Gramercy Arts were mainly for the Processional and Recessional, they also coordinated with our church's music director to coordinate their part in the actual mass. Mom worked with them on the musical selections and everything was performed to perfection.
If you are looking for an ensemble to play at your wedding, I highly recommend the Gramercy Arts Ensemble. The performers playing the violin, cello, and flute sounded so beautiful in the church. Having the ensemble perform at the church definitely added a special touch to the service. The ladies at Gramercy Arts Ensemble were a pleasure to work with as well.
Gramercy Arts Ensemble played not only at my wedding, but at my sister's wedding 7 years ago. They were fabulous then and they are just as fabulous now! The beauty with which they played at our Catholic service was truly exquisite and their female singer was amazing! I can't say enough great things about them and I am so happy they were a part of our big day!
The ladies of Gramercy Arts were absolutely fabulous ! They are so much more than a string quartet; they are contemporary and were very good at understand our needs and style. Not only were we able to dance the polka with our 90+ year old family members with ease but also had wonderful romantic dances as well. Everyone in our party enjoyed their music and style,,,so much so that we invited them back to play at our 100 month-aversary celebration !
For our August 2012 wedding, the Gramercy Arts Ensemble made our ceremony extra special. They really can play anything! We had "Marry You" by Bruno Mars and from Glee as our recessional and it was just the perfect touch to our ceremony. The ladies always let me bounce ideas off of them, suggested songs for different parts of the ceremony and were just incredibly patient and thorough. I highly recommend the Gramercy Arts Ensemble for your special day!!
My husband and I were married on April 27, 2012 at St. Rose of Lima in Freehold, NJ which is the grammar school my husband and I attended many years ago. St. Rose has a special place in our hearts and having the Gramercy Arts Trio made the day even more memorable. Their beautiful music was the added touch to our wonderful day and I will always remember my father walking me down to the aisle while they played Canon in D....it was just how I always imagined it to be...perfect!
Floralie and her accompanying musician were absolutely amazing! In the weeks leading up to our wedding Floralie took the time to speak with us and get to know us so that she could make music recommendations based on our likes and dislikes. The background music they played as people were filing into the church set a beautiful tone for our wedding ceremony. I had a soloist singing a song and their accompaniment was just perfect. We are coming up on our one year anniversary next week and I still have people telling me how beautiful the music was during our wedding ceremony.
I would most definitely recommend these ladies for weddings, graduations and pretty much any special occasion!
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The Gramercy Arts Ensemble performed at my daughters wedding on June 1, 2013. I discovered them via the Internet, and hired them sight (and sound) unseen, not something I would typically do. I spoke with Floralie, Judy and Amy numerous times prior to the wedding, and felt assured that they were very professional, detail oriented and talented. The music was performed beautifully, and the vocalist had the most incredible voice. Everyone raved about the musicians and soloist, and we couldn't have been any happier!
I unfortunatley was a hurricane bride. My ceremony went on in the Church Nov 2, 2012 as planned with no electricity power lights heat ect. And although the Jersey Shore where I live was in a total state of emergency . The Grammercy Arts Ensemble still came and played for my candle lit ceremony in the cold and dark church. If it wasnt for them that day my small intimate ceremony wouldnt have been complete. THey also played for my reception 3 months later and did an amazing job. Everyone loved them! they were awesome to work with and besides picking my husband it was the best decision I made for my wedding . I strongly encourage everyone to choose them. Not to mention they are affordable
Gramercy Arts Ensemble was absolutely fantastic! They added such a special element to our wedding ceremony, and I would highly recommend them. Below is a thank you note that I sent to them, which I think says it all.
Dear Judy, Floralie, and Amy,
Thank you so much for making our ceremony beautiful and memorable. The music that you played was truly magical, and helped enhance the joyful emotion of the day. You guys are all very talented, and we loved the unique and original element that your ensemble added to the ceremony. Our guests were so impressed, and have told us that ours was one of the nicest ceremonies that they have been a part of. Pachelbel's Cannon was everything I imagined it would be, and one of the highlights was the Ave Maria on the cello. Thank you so much, again. You do wonderful work, and we are glad that you were a part of our special day!
The Gramercy Arts Ensemble played at my wedding in June and I could not have been more pleased with their performance. Not only are they incredible musicians, but the male singer they brought with them was one of the best singers I have heard. The Gramery Arts Ensemble also played during the cocktail hour and received rave reviews from our guests. Their beautiful music really set the tone for our ceremony/cocktail hour and made it all so special. This group is extremely professional, well spoken, poised and they are great musicians. I highly recommend them!
They were willing to learn any music I wanted and they sounded wonderful. They were all extremely talented.
True professionals and lovely people. They are so talented and versitile. The Gramercy Arts Ensemble played music for my entrance, integrated music into the ceremony seamlessly and played for my cocktail hour. Extremely classy, well put together group of ladies who really enjoy their music. Everyone had a lovely time. I wish I could have made it to the cocktail hour earlier to enjoy more of their music.
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