Event Bands
Perfect Choice Band
If you are looking for the absolute best band for your wedding, private event, corporate party or just because, there is only one choice to make: The Perfect Choice Band! Dynamic vocalists, incredible horn section and a driving groove that will get even the least likely guests to get on the dance floor and have fun. The Perfect Choice Band is committed to making your event memorable for years after it happens! FYI: Perfect Choice Band has been chosen by The Knot.com website as Best of Weddings 2017-2023 and is a member of TheKnot.com Hall of Fame.
Mainstreet Soul
Looking for that high powered, high energy Detroit vibe for your event, wedding or corporate event? Then this is the band for you! Steeped in the musical roots of Motown, Mainstreet Soul keeps the dance floor pumping with modern favorites as well as the classics everybody loves! Available in Ohio, Michigan, Indiana and more!
Back Traxx
Sometimes you want to re-live the days of the 60’s and 70’s through the great music of the era. With a long history in Northeast Ohio, the Back Traxx band, brings that to you for any occasion. This 8 piece group loves to play and always serves a healthy amount of classic nostalgia in their performances!
Swing / Big Bands
Specialty Bands
“The Perfect Choices” (Small Groups and Musicians)
Every event and moment is different. Due to budget constraints, venue size or even the theme/vibe of your event, a smaller entertainment option such as a soloist, duo or trio might be the answer. Other times a 5-6 piece band or specialty group might be the perfect fit. PCE offers a plethora of options with the commonality that they all have the Perfect Choice “sound, look and experience”. By popular demand, we are now offering in-house groups that we call “The Perfect Choices”!
- PCE prides itself on the quality and professionalism of our musicians. We our committed to giving you the best experience possible, making the selection process stress-free. Our project managers work with you to make it the perfect fit for you!
- All PCE groups and musicians used are vetted and approved before they are included as an official performing artist/representative.
Jazz Trio
Looking for live music during a happy hour, dinner rush, Sunday Brunch, cocktail hour, elegant dinner party or a company event? A jazz trio can create the Perfect mood for these moments! Available with the standard instrumentation of keyboard, bass and drums, or choose to swap in an acoustic guitar! Whatever the vibe you want, we can make it happen!
Jazz Quartet, Quintet, etc.
The Perfect Choice Jazz Trio can be expanded to larger groups with more horns, more vocals, more of whatever you are looking for! Maybe add a vocalist and swap out drums for a more intimate feel.
PC Latin
Looking for a high energy vibe that comes with music like salsa, cumbia, samba and more? Talk to us about PC Latin. With 30+ years of experience playing in bands that perform and love this music, PC Latin has an intimate knowledge of what will work to give you the vibe and energy you need for your event.
Brass Groups
Adding brass ensembles to your event takes the quality and feel to the next level! The sound of trumpets, trombones and more immediately create an elevated atmosphere for your event. Whether it is for Memorial Day and Fourth of July services, festive events like Christmas Tree Lightings or a big company holiday blowout, we’ll get your guests in the right mood! Choose the exact instruments you want that fit your event.
NE05 Brass Quintet
About: One of the areas premiere brass groups consisting of musicians that have decades of experience with many of the local orchestras and wind ensembles all the way up to a four-decade member of the Cleveland Orchestra. Playing music from every period including Revolutionary War, Classical, Romantic, Swing and jazz as well as Disney. These performances are not just a concert, they are a show filled with great moments that anyone in your audience can appreciate and enjoy!
Woodwind Groups
Similar to brass groups
Celestial Strings
This is Northeast Ohio’s most popular string ensemble is known for its unique blending of Harp, Flute, Violin and Cello in adaptations of classical, traditional and today’s most popular music. Choose from Duo, Trio & Quartet options with a repertoire of popular music unmatched by any group.
Trish and the Art Show
Vocal/Guitar Duo
Looking for a great mix of pop, rock and more of your favorites? TAS is a great option! Playing music by Heart, Adele, Pat Benatar, Etta James and many more, this is the perfect option for a small party, or a restaurant happy hour, patio or dinner.
Desmond and Molly
Remember the 60’s… with peace signs, Nehru jackets and flower power? Let “Desmond & Molly” take you back to this colorful and expressive era. They are a talented and energetic duo who creatively sing the timeless and popular music of the 60’s, featuring the Beatles. Over the years “Desmond & Molly” have amassed a repertoire that is sure to please your audience.
The Hired Horns
Sometimes even band leaders and other music industry people need options for projects. Maybe they need to add live musicians to a recording session to enhance the sound of the project. There are times even when circumstances happen and you need someone to be a substitute at the last minute for a performance. The “”HH”” are musical technicians that understand project expectations, get the job done and get out so you an focus on everything else.
Featured Vocalists
Russ Mascia
The Diamond of Cleveland, vocalist Russell Mascia is more than just a singer. Combining, storytelling, collaborations with other performers and the uncanny ability to capture a room, Russ brings the total package to every song he does. Never looking to imitate, Russ performs music of his biggest influences “”his way”” and audiences absolutely LOVE it! Available as a featured vocalist or fronting own projects.
Olivia Van Goor
Olivia is rapidly making a name for herself in the vocal jazz community. A Hudson, OH native, she currently lives in Detroit MI, but keeps strong ties to her Northeast Ohio roots. Be it big band, small group or even as a duo, Olivia sings with a passion and depth that captures the audience with every performance.
Hayden Grove
Of the many jazz vocalists out there, few compare to Hayden Grove. You can immediately hear the influences of the classic and modern greats like Buble, Connick, Sinatra, and more. Bring his personal level of high energy performance, Hayden is at home doing his personal back tracks, show, joining a trio or singing with a full big band!
Fred Barringer
Fred’s versatility as vocalist, guitarist and entertainer spreads over music genres such as big bands, swing bands and 50’s sock hops. Also available for solo performances for national holidays and special themed days (St. Patrick’s Day, etc.). You are guaranteed to have a great time when Fred performs for you!
Soloists
Rick Iacoboni, Acoustic Guitarist
Since 2004, Rick has performed at 2,000+ events – from weddings, birthdays, anniversaries TO house parties, fund raisers, corporate, wine tastings TO life celebrations, holiday parties, private clubs, non-profits. He has played for the NFL, performed at Blossom Music Center’s 50th anniversary and is on the preferred vendor lists of museums, country clubs and event planners.
Roseann Canfora, Harpist
Roseann Canfora is soloist and principal player of Celestial Strings. Northeast Ohio’s most popular string ensemble is known for its unique blending of Harp, Flute, Violin and Cello in adaptations of classical, traditional and today’s most popular music.
Tom Scott, Piano/Vocalist
Cleveland mainstay Tom Scott can be a one man solution for your event! A true mastery of all music genres, he plays everything from Johann Sebastian Bach to Ed Sheeran! Available as a night club pianist, ceremonial pianist/organist or accompanist.
Michele George, Electric and Acoustic Violinist
Michele George has played violin and viola with regional symphony orchestras throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, as well as for productions at Playhouse Square and the Cleveland Playhouse. She has played with the award winning experimental space-rock band Einstein’s Secret Orchestra and, the Tellers and Witch Disco.
Mary Beth Ions, Violinist
Violinist Mary is a soloist and ensemble player in the Opera Cleveland Orchestra, Cleveland Pops Orchestra, Playhouse Square and more. She has backed up Mannheim Steamroller, Barry Manilow, Johnny Mathis, Rod Stewart, Smokey Robinson and more.
Ed Gorse, Classical Guitarist
Ed Gorse is a classical and fingerstyle guitarist who has performed in the Cleveland, Youngstown and Warren OH areas for over 20 yrs. He has performs at Warren’s Spirited Kitchen, Burton, The Welshfield Inn, Troy, and Overtures in Youngstown. His eclectic selections include classical, jazz standards, Irish, traditional Americana, and Hawaiian slack key.
Cliff Habian, Jazz Pianist
Cliff Habian is an accomplished local jazz pianist, with training in both jazz and classical music. He attended the Cleveland Institute of Music and and has worked at the Music Settlement. He has performed with a diverse range of artists including Joe Lovano, Dominick Farinacci, Wayne Newton, Bobby Vinton and even Trent Reznor.
Dave Kasper, Saxophone
Active on the local music scene, Kasper enjoys teaching saxophone, clarinet and flute in Downtown Cleveland and the Suburbs. A journey man musician since his early teens, Kasper is involved playing with many groups in town regularly including: Revolution Brass Band, Velvet Voyage, Shout, Ernie Krivda and the Fat Tuesday Big Band, Dan Zola Orchestra
DJs
Gary Perl’s Rock On DJ
About: Gary Perl started his business over 30 years ago. He and his staff are wedding specialists and handle each bride and groom’s needs on an individual basis. He is also experienced in corporate events, bar/bat mitzvahs, birthday and anniversaries, proms and school dances, holiday parties, night clubs and much more.
DJ Guitonsky (David Ortiz)
About: David Ortiz has a long history in the Cleveland Music Scene. Specializing in multi-cultural parties, he makes sure vibe you want is the vibe you get. He also plays today’s hottest music and classics. He’s got it all!
DJ Jules (Jules Productions)
About: Jules Productions is an all occasion Mobile Disc Jockey and Karaoke Service. Occasions including but not limited to, weddings, corporate, private and public events, restaurants, sports bars. DJ Jules is a professional vocalist with a background in radio broadcasting (radio station 98.5 WNCX, Cleveland). DJ Jules is polished, professional, upbeat, and respectful to clients as well as guests.