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2nd weekend of October is here and traditionally t

2nd weekend of October is here and traditionally this has been one of the busiest Saturdays and Sundays for us every year. Congratulations to all who are getting married this weekend, and to all the guests- have a blast 💥 dancing the night away!

Three dapper gents for a wedding cocktail hour at

Three dapper gents for a wedding cocktail hour at DAR with @laurynprattes ⁣⁣
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Guitar: @davepsandy ⁣⁣
Bass: Nathan Kawaller ⁣⁣
Drums: @byungkangdrum ⁣⁣
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Soprano Colleen Daly joined us to sing during the

Soprano Colleen Daly joined us to sing during the wedding ceremony. We love Colleen so much, just wish she played violin, viola, or cello so she could be with us every weekend.

A dreamy kind of Friday. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Playing wed

A dreamy kind of Friday. ⁣⁣
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Playing weddings at @meridianhouse is always a dream come true. Especially when playing for a beautiful bride like @meghankaler 👰‍♀️

What chill, cool vibes at The Rutstein Group clien

What chill, cool vibes at The Rutstein Group client appreciation event this Saturday afternoon! ⁣
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Mark Rutstein has been our client for many years. From his most epic “James Bond” theme wedding ceremony over the Potomac River, we’ve played at many of his fancy “open house” events in Washington, DC. ⁣
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For this event, we asked our friend, Emanuel Ector, to play steel drums for beach, relaxed feel. We’ve played with him on yachts over the Chesapeake Bay, so he was the first musician that came into my mind when Mark told us the event is on the boardwalk at The Yards Park. ⁣
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Wishing you a very, very successful last quarter, Mark! ⁣
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Mele Kalikimaka Everyone! ⁣ ⁣ Mele Kalikimaka

Mele Kalikimaka Everyone! ⁣
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Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say⁣
On a bright Hawian Christmas Day⁣
That's the island greeting that we send to you⁣
From the land where palm trees sway⁣
Here we know that Christmas⁣
Will be green and bright⁣
The sun to shine by day⁣
And all the stars at night⁣
Mele Kalikimaka is Hawaii's way⁣
To say Merry Christmas to you⁣

⁣ Endless elegance at Meridian House. ⁣As feat

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Endless elegance at Meridian House. ⁣As featured in ⁣@theknot!
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Photographer: @procopiophoto⁣⁣
Planner: @bellwetherevent⁣⁣
Catering: @welldunncatering⁣⁣
Florals: @atelierashleyflowers⁣⁣
Rentals: @smthingvintage⁣⁣
MUA: @alisonharperco⁣⁣
Stationery: @lotusandash⁣⁣
Lighting: @dangoldmanevents⁣⁣
Getting Ready Hotel: @thelinehotel⁣⁣
Pies: @momsapplepies⁣⁣
Lindsay's dress: @carinesbridal⁣⁣
Bridesmaid's dresses: @renttherunway @bhldn⁣⁣
Pat's tux: @suitsupply⁣⁣⁣⁣
String: @sagestringquartet⁣⁣
DJ: @mydeeja

The Meridian House is truly, one of the most magic

The Meridian House is truly, one of the most magical places in DC. ⁣⁣
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We have quite a few weddings lined up here next season with some of our favorite wedding planners, so naturally we can’t wait to go back! ⁣
Planner: ⁣@simplybreatheevents
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@petalsandpromises @alexandrasbridalboutique @enzocustom @meridianhouse @fluffythoughtscakes @paulevanscatering @maineventcatrs @susanlimmakeupartist @thelinehotel @wellspunweddings @bachelorboysband @mintedweddings @dangoldmanevents @lapisdc @wedsafe

A marvelous autumn 🍂 wedding at the breathtakin

A marvelous autumn 🍂 wedding at the breathtaking “Field of Dreams” at The Inn at Little Washington. ⁣
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Playing with Dave was a ton of fun as usual, and the bride’s coolest grandpa kept encouraging us to play fun songs (Sweet Home Alabama, Sweet Caroline!) through the cocktail hour. 📸⁣ @pamelalepoldphotography
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A Sweet Pakistani wedding at Oxon Hill Manor with

A Sweet Pakistani wedding at Oxon Hill Manor with @kimnewtonweddings and 📸 @liz_and_ryan.

Our jazz piano trio was invited to play at The Chu

Our jazz piano trio was invited to play at The Church of Epiphany the day before the Election Day for a virtual concert. ⁣
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The YouTube link for the concert is on our bio. ⁣
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Piano: Daniel Roberts ⁣
Bass: Eric Harper⁣
Drums: Byung Kang ⁣
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I’ve played at this church many times w different ensembles, and they have opened many other concert opportunities for me personally. And a few years ago, we were flattered to receive a review by The Washington Post! ⁣
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The Tuesday Concert Series at the Church of Epiphany is like no other in DC area and we are grateful to see they are keeping the concerts going even during the pandemic. ⁣
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“What The World Needs Now”⁣ ⁣ is, of cours

“What The World Needs Now”⁣
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is, of course, “Love, Sweet Love.” ⁣
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You can kinda see me behind the piano but can probably hear me quite well. It was an honor to be playing as the solo violinist with inimitable American singers Vanessa William and Renee Fleming at the Kennedy Center, for their first ever On Stage virtual concert. Around 40 people sat on the stage while we musicians played on the platform built in the house. Needless to say, to perform for a live audience especially with these super stars, during this rough time was a real pleasure and luxury I didn’t think I deserved.
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What the world needs now is love, sweet love⁣
It's the only thing that there's just too little of⁣
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What the world needs now is love, sweet love,⁣
No not just for some but for everyone.⁣
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Lord, we don't need another mountain,⁣
There are mountains and hillsides enough to climb⁣
There are oceans and rivers enough to cross,⁣
Enough to last till the end of time....

Featured on @Brides ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Our jazz guitar

Featured on @Brides ⁣⁣
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Our jazz guitar ⁣trio doing their magic at a dress rehearsal dinner for a glamorous couple and their guests. ⁣
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Planning + design @lpe_ramsey @laurynprattes photography @abbyjiu flowers + décor @amaryllisinc caterer @occasionscaterers rentals @maisondecarine rentals @bd3design @maisondecarine @emersonjamesrental videographer @joshgooden venue @longviewgallery rehearsal dinner venue @longviewgallery makeup and hair @nour.kazoun.artistry @mab.artristry @hairbyremona music @sagestringquartet @elanartists cake @bttrcreambakeshop

At an autumn wedding somewhere in Eastern Shore, a

At an autumn wedding somewhere in Eastern Shore, a year or two ago. ⁣
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You've probably seen these three a lot on our insta. Luke and Matthew are in the Air Force Strings at Bolling AFB, and Arminé freelances and is married to another AF string musician, Wayne. ⁣
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Did you know I’m also married to a military musician? My husband, Joe, plays with “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band, which is the main reason we live here in D.C. ⁣
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Featured on @Brides ⁣ ⁣ Best buddies sharing t

Featured on @Brides ⁣
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Best buddies sharing the float in the pool. ⁣
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Planning + design @lpe_ramsey @laurynprattes photography @abbyjiu flowers + décor @amaryllisinc caterer @occasionscaterers rentals @maisondecarine rentals @bd3design @maisondecarine @emersonjamesrental videographer @joshgooden venue @eventsatandersonhouse rehearsal dinner venue @longviewgallery makeup and hair @nour.kazoun.artistry @mab.artristry @hairbyremona music @sagestringquartet @elanartists cake @bttrcreambakeshop

Featured on @Brides ⁣ ⁣ A magical wedding. Tru

Featured on @Brides ⁣
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A magical wedding. Truly no words are needed. ⁣
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Endlessly grateful to all the vendors who worked together, and most importantly to our incredible musicians, Aaron Ludwig, @donny5446 , Sergey Prokofyev, and Nick Hodges, who brought poise, incomparable elegance, and couldn’t have looked or sounded better. ⁣
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Planning + design @lpe_ramsey @laurynprattes photography @abbyjiu flowers + décor @amaryllisinc caterer @occasionscaterers rentals @maisondecarine rentals @bd3design @maisondecarine @emersonjamesrental videographer @joshgooden venue @eventsatandersonhouse rehearsal dinner venue @longviewgallery makeup and hair @nour.kazoun.artistry @mab.artristry @hairbyremona music @sagestringquartet @elanartists cake @bttrcreambakeshop

#Repost @joshgoodencinema ・・・ The backbone t

#Repost @joshgoodencinema
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The backbone to our stories is the audio captured throughout the meaningful celebrations we document. Stephany and Brayden’s personal wedding vows truly set the narrative for their film:

B: “The last five years I’ve shared with you have been a never ending adventure. You are my favorite person and my best friend.”

S: “Your confidence and passion inspires me and everyone here today to walk in life a little taller. The energy shifts when you walk into a room — like everything is alive and in color for the first time.”

B: “When I’m with you, I feel like I’m allowed to just be myself. I believe from the bottom of my heart that we truly bring out each other’s best qualities and, together, make a team unlike anyone’s ever seen. I love you with all my heart and all my bones. Let’s grow old together and never end this adventure.”

We were delighted to capture Stephany and Brayden’s love story alongside such an incredibly talented team of creatives. Guests experienced a lovely reception, designed by @laurynprattes with beautiful florals by @amaryllisinc. Our favorite part? The floating musicians (@sagestringquartet) who played throughout dinner service. What a breathtaking evening!

Planning & Design: @laurynprattes @lpe_ramsey
Photography: @abbyjiu @lisaziesing
Florals: @amaryllisinc
Attire: @moniquelhuillierbride @carinesbridal @louboutinworld @jomalonelondon
Beauty: @hairbyremona @nour.kazoun.artistry @makeupbyanab
Cake: @bttrcrmbakeshop
Catering: @occasionscaterers
Draping: @fabeventsdc
Lighting: @summiteventlighting
Music: @elanartists @sagestringquartet
Rentals: @accenteventrentals @nuagedesignsinc @emersonjamesrental @maisondecarine @bd3design
Stationery: @chereeberrypaper
Tenting: @sugarplumtents
Venue: @eventsatandersonhouse
Wine: @corkandforkdc

I’m thrilled to be playing violin this evening,

I’m thrilled to be playing violin this evening, with two of America’s most celebrated vocalists, @reneeflemingmusic and @vanessawilliamsofficial at @kennedycenter.
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I’ll be joining 5 super star band members. As you can imagine, I was so excited and honored when I got the call to participate in such a fantastic concert.
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Only 40 music lovers are able to come to experience the concert in person, and others who wish to view the concert can do so, via the KC website. The audience will sit on the stage, socially distanced, while the musicians will perform on the stage in the house.
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All of us working have been taking covid test everyday, and KC has been taking such a great care of us- so grateful.
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Bass: James Genus
Drums: Shawn Pelton
Guitar: Ben Butler
MD: Rob Mathes
Cello: Alán Saucedo
Violin: Kyung LeBlanc

It breaks my heart to say, Lance Zitron, our wonde

It breaks my heart to say, Lance Zitron, our wonderful and talented singer, passed away this week in NYC. His funeral was today in his home state of Tennessee.
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Lance was one of the most marvelous and talented people I have ever met: fun and easy to hang out with, an extraordinarily gifted singer, actor, comedian... and a husband so hopelessly in love with his wife, Christine.
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I've never met anyone like him. Even though I've known him only a few years, Lance always occupied a corner of my mind. He took every performance, however small, as if it was the most important of his career. He touched everyone he met with his big heart, high spirit, and genuine personality. You could never forget him.
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And for Chrissy: to lose a best friend, life partner, soulmate... I can't imagine. Our thoughts are with you.
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We will sorely miss him. It will not be the same world without him in our lives. We love you Lance. ❤️

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