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The Andrew Thielen Big Band
Fantastic Singers and Horns!
Charleston and southeastern US. 1st class-yet affordable.
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What to say about Andrew Thielen Big Band? Being from Charleston, it felt like a piece of home I was bringing with me to my wedding. I currently live in Florida, but our wedding was at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC which not only is within the travel zone for the band, but they had even played this venue in the past and that was a huge reassurance that they were familiar with the venue and grounds. They have played Saturday Night Live and Betty White's birthday event- so that was all the resume I needed!
Andrew was an absolute pleasure to work with- he communicates very easily over email and was able to discuss with me everything down to timing, decor, song lists, band options and add ons, and the actual contract over the phone.
The band absolutely brings down the house! I had multiple wedding guests come up to me and say that this was by far the best wedding band they'd ever heard and most impressive stage set up, and also the crowd was dancing until the very end of the night!
For the wedding, I used/;
Hornpipe
Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring
Canon in D
Trumpet voluntary (bride processional)
Recessional :
Marvel Avengers theme (they killed it!! everyone loved this!)
the jazz trio for cocktail hour was awesome.
For our first dance, Andrew wrote a new arrangement for “It’s been a long, long time” a version that would be 1 minute and 49 seconds long for us.
Truly, everything was a dream. A very fun dream. If I had a way to do it all again, I'd hands down choose them again!
It is said that the largest portion of a bride’s budget should be directed towards entertainment. I am a living witness that investing in your entertainment is crucial. Even more so, the RIGHT type of entertainment.
Andrew Thielen Big Band band was the right choice for my Thanksgiving eve wedding.
Let’s be honest, in this day and age it’s a challenge to find professional entertainment that soothes the soul and inspires. Andrew Thielen Big Band did that and then some. Hear me when I tell you, this band ROCKED the house. They added the air of class and sophistication that I so desired. Not only were they amazing to engage, the quality of music was second to none. Their sound is PHENOMENAL.
I almost shied away from hiring them because I only had 75 invited guests. I was concerned that their larger than life sound would overtake us. My Gosh was I was wrong. Their larger than life sound brought the funk, soul, jazz and pizazz that kept my guests on the dance floor until the very end.
We laughed, we cried and bonded with the band in a way that brought us together as family. Every time that I reflect on them playing, You’re the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me (Gladys Knight) I tear up. Andrew went out of his way to make our wedding reception a night to remember. Thank you! ♥️😭🙌🏾 The soloist we’re incredible! And y’all, let’s just say, COME THROUGH HORNS!
Readers, if you’re harboring ANY doubt, release it and hire this band. It is my desire and promise to bring them in for all of my future events. Many blessings to the Andrew Thielen Big Band!
About this vendor
Andrew Thielen
OWNER
This sensational all live horn band includes great male and female singers.
Andrew Thielen is the drummer and band leader. Since the age of nine, he has been leading groups on stage and even featured on the Tonight Show. For decades, the Andrew Thielen Big Band has had the honor of playing at couples’ wedding celebrations.
From providing intimate ceremony melodies to energetic chart-toppers at the reception, this band can play throughout your wedding day. This band includes a plethora of vocalists, percussionists, bassists, guitarists, horns, brass, and more. They can create a wedding playlist that features all of your favorite songs no matter what genre or decade. From Frank Sinatra to Bruno Mars, this band has you covered. On the day of your wedding, these musicians come supplied with state-of-the-art equipment for a professional performance.
Meet the team
Andrew Thielen
Owner
One of today's greatest drummers. Has played in drum battles with legendary Louie Bellson and Ed Shaughnessy of the Tonight Show. Has been leading bands since age 9. Now leads the top variety music ---all live horn bands on the east coast. The singers have expertise from rock to pop to countryMotown and R&B. All are renowned and have appeared in many shows and entertainment theaters, Disneyworld, luxury cruise ships and more across the south.
Andrew is down to earth (originally from South Dakota and a former Marine officer) and easy to work with.
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