Solon Z and the Sapphires are the premier band and music management agency for weddings and live entertainment – based in Boston, Massachusetts, and performing around the country and the globe. The wedding band agency works with event planners, entertainment managers, and brides to provide a once in a lifetime entertainment experience. Don’t mistake us for some average wedding band for hire. The Solon Z and the Sapphires brand provides state-of-the-art entertainment production services to make your wedding the most talked about event of the decade.
As the go to resource for best Boston Cape Cod wedding bands in Massachusetts, we believe that wedding entertainment is more than the stage performance – it a process that starts from the contract, planning process, and venue set-up, and ends with packing up our equipment after a thrilling experience. It’s such values and work ethic that has allowed us to showcase our talent in exclusive events such as headlining President Clinton’s farewell, the United Nations, the local Harpoon Brewery and Italian Festivals.
Your search for the Best Boston Wedding Bands is Over!
When it comes to a high-class premium wedding reception, all your wedding details such as the choice of flowers, the lighting, and the venue should reflect your style. A wedding is a landmark event in every couple’s life. This is a day that has to be carefully planned to create a memorable experience for the family and their guests. And what is more important than the music and stage performance of the wedding reception? Well, aside from the bride’s gown and the food. The music dictates the atmosphere and mood of your wedding entertainment. The same way you could never compromise on the wedding gown, you should never settle for a wedding reception band that is less than the best – It’s a make-or-break decision!
Whether you’re booking a luxurious 24-piece big band orchestra, a modern or classic top 40 band, an instrumental 3 or 4-piece jazz ensemble, or an elegant string quartet, you cannot go wrong with Solon Z and the Sapphires. The same way you found the love of your life, you’ve now also found the band of a life time for your wedding!
All the Best Wedding Bands for Hire – What Sets us Apart?
There are various Boston, Cape Cod and Newport Wedding Bands to choose from depending on your theme and venue. So, what sets apart Solon Z and the Sapphires as the resource for best Boston wedding band? The short answer is that we weave musical magic to create a once in a lifetime entertainment experience. Here’s why Solon Z and the Sapphires are your best bet for a wedding band for hire in Boston, Newport, Cape Cod or even Monaco:
1. A Blend of Talented and Experienced Event Musicians
Solon Z and the Sapphires are Boston’s premier wedding band and corporate event entertainment resource. The Boston and Cape Cod wedding bands offer a unique blend of quality, talent, and flair to deliver a musical experience that will leave your guests thoroughly impressed. Known as one of the best Boston wedding bands agency, we strive to create a magical atmosphere wherever we perform. How is this achieved? By channeling the right balance of polish and sophistication.
As the creative director in charge of auditioning all musical talent – most of whom are alumni of Berklee and Boston Conservatory; Solon Z auditions and creates a studied and elite group of musicians to meet your musical entertainment needs. Our talented musicians and vocalists have over 50 years of collective experience performing straight big band, jazz, opera, funk, disco, pop, top 40, and a mix of it all. Moreover, each member performing under the Solon Z and the Sapphires brand is a musician or artist in his or her own right. Most of whom play with the BSO, Broadway, or perform as session musicians for some of the biggest names in the music business today! It is common to see up and coming stars as featured vocalists or instrumentalists in one of our 7 different wedding bands.
Make your wedding the talk of the town with Solon Z and the Sapphires – the best Boston wedding band and music agency in Boston! We provide live music entertainment for weddings, special events, corporate functions, fundraisers, Italian festivals and holiday parties for Boston, Providence, Newport, Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket.
2. Our Style and Performance as a Boston Wedding Band
The mission of Solon Z and the Sapphires is to pull everyone into the fun, regardless of age, gender, or musical taste. To achieve this goal, any Boston wedding band under our umbrella offers a unique style and breathtaking performance that guarantees to leave you and your guests thoroughly impressed. We don’t cut corners on the caliber of talent we select, and neither should you!
Solon Z and the Sapphires offer live performances by the best musicians and vocalists in Boston. Led by a music composer, stand-up comedian, writer, and talented impersonator, this band guarantees an engaging experience. Do you want the laid back and romantic music from Frank Sinatra, the American heartthrob of the 20th century? Or do you prefer power singing styles from music legends such as Elvis Presley for your reception party? Whatever your choice, Solon Z and the Sapphires promise to deliver “high energy soul tunes and channel the spirit of music legends into getting the party going.” Although it may not be possible to invite Frank Sinatra or Elvis Presley to your wedding reception, Solon Z and the Sapphires come closer than any other wedding band in Massachusetts.
Additionally, if you want your dance floor to be packed with happy guests, then look no further than Solon Z and the Sapphires. We understand that most couples are looking to hire wedding reception bands that can mobilize guest into having the best evening of their lives. Let us turn the nervousness and pressure associated with weddings into “feel good” energy for the party of a lifetime.
3. Versatile Production of Wedding Entertainment
What is a wedding band for hire without powerful leads, quality sound and lighting equipment, sweet harmonies, and flawless choreography? Solon Z and the Sapphires boasts of a highly versatile and extensive songbook to meet your unique style and audience. Do you like Opera, Soul, Motown, Pop, or Jazz music? We have experienced players with a diverse range of music prowess including genres such as top 40s, pop, disco, funk, opera, jazz, and even straight big band. Did we mention that we have professionally trained string players and a quartet? Solon Z and Sapphires is simply your best Boston wedding reception band of choice – as they can provide bands with a mix of different genres for an uplifting experience. Our powerful lead vocalists will serenade you from the wedding venue to the reception with their high energy and wide vocal range. Our bands specialize in performing either modern or classic 80’s hits, soul and disco tunes, or classic big band swing songs by music legends such as Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Dean Martin and Bobby Darin.
The same way your tailor gave you a wide variety of wedding gowns to choose from, Solon Z and the Sapphires strive to offer you options for your reception music as well. Our production versatility extends to our state-of-the-art sound system, instruments, and lighting. Let us put it this way; with our sound setting, your guests can still have a conversation at their table while others are getting their groove on. We are a wedding reception band that understands the demands and requirements of a successful wedding event.
If you decide to make us your wedding band for hire in Boston, Newport, Cape Cod and the Islands, you will have the opportunity to choose a pro caliber production that meets your needs. This includes our 24-piece big band orchestra, classic 13-piece big band, basic 9-piece Swing Band, contemporary 6 to 8-piece pop GB band, standard 5-piece jazz band, instrumental 3 or 4-piece jazz ensemble, elegant string quartet, a professional DJ, emcee, and even a photographer/videographer. We interact with the wedding ceremony like no other wedding band music agency in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine, New Hampshire and beyond.
4. Complete Coverage of Frank Sinatra Wedding Songs
The wedding day is all about commitment, love, and celebrating the union of two people. It is important to remember that wedding entertainment is not only about the musical notes. How is the stage performance? Is the music relevant to the audience? Does the wedding band engage the audience? Fantastic wedding entertainment creates a beautiful ambiance that will ensure the attending guest are glad they came. Therefore, it is important to ensure that you hire a wedding band that meets your needs. And so it’s paramount that you hire the right wedding reception band to match your event, and our event specialists can help you do that with precision that only seasoned planners with experience can.
Now, do you want an unforgettable luxury wedding experience? Of course, everyone wants their wedding to be special from the ceremony, the first dance, to the final notes of the evening. But let’s be honest, hours of sitting down eating or standing around drinking can take their toll on the guests and main couple. That is why you need the best wedding band to re-energize the crowd during your reception and keep the party going. For this, you’ll want to hire one of the most talented, professional, and experienced wedding reception bands! And, our bands travel anywhere to perform whether in Boston, Newport ri, Cape Cod, Nantucket or Martha’s Vineyard, Solon Z and the Sapphires bands travel anywhere to make your event shine. To sum our holistic experience in a few words; just contact us, sit back, relax, and let us take care of your entertainment needs as you enjoy your special day – you deserve it!
5. A Personalized Experience For Your Special Event
Planning a wedding is a tough and an energy-draining experience. A couple is often caught up in a truckload of tasks that must be completed before the wedding day. In our attempt to ease the burden and tick one item off your to-do list, we employ a personalized approach to your entertainment needs. This is one of the things that make Solon Z and the Sapphires your go to music resource for finding the best Boston wedding bands for hire.
The Solon Z personalized experience starts from the moment you give us a call. We make it our responsibility to work seamlessly with wedding coordinators, grooms, and brides. Our talented and responsive staff ensure that all the necessary details of your wedding reception are worked into our performance – from timing the ceremony phases to delivering song requests, to providing custom sheet music. Solon Z and the Sapphires is undoubtedly a Boston wedding band that has the talent and expertise to make the event successful.
6. Customized Packages From Boston to Cape Cod to Monaco
If you are searching for an adaptable Newport Cape Cod wedding band for hire, your solution is a phone call away with Solon Z and the Sapphires. The Massachusetts wedding band is available for wedding events in Boston, Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, Cape Cod, Newport, and Providence. But if you need our services in another region of the United States or even foreign nations such as Monaco, we can create customized events courtesy of our global network of the finest event musicians for hire.
Do you need extra string players, horn players, or vocalists? No problem, the best wedding band music management in Boston is flexible enough to offer various custom ensembles to match your budget, preferred music, and event needs. Choose from our standard Cape Cod wedding bands, which include our 24-Piece Big Band Orchestra, Newport Wedding Band with our Classic 13-Piece Big Band, our Basic 9-Piece Swing Band, Contemporary 6 to 8-Piece Pop Band, Standard 5 or 6-Piece Jazz Band, Instrumental 3 or 4-Piece Jazz Ensemble, Elegant String Quartet, Professional DJ & Emcee, and Photographer & Videographer services.
Our Track Record – Seeing Is Believing Luxury Wedding Entertainment
Solon Z and the Sapphires wedding bands are highly regarded for their impressive ability to bring back the familiar sounds of Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Broadway, Motown, Elvis, all the way up to Bruno Mars and modern dance hits. Our exceptional talent has enabled us to perform in hundreds of shows for thousands of satisfied audiences. The client base of the Boston-based music agency includes performances for the United Nations, former U.S. President Clinton, and headlining several Harpoon Brewery and Italian Festivals.
Regardless of the size of your wedding reception, we believe in maximum effort. It does not matter whether you are a planning a small reception of friends and family or a concert-esque wedding event, we have you covered. We pride ourselves in making your wedding event magical, seeing all the smiles, and receiving thank you notes the following day. Below are a few testimonials from satisfied brides, grooms, and wedding planners:
- Kerry, Bride: I wish I could give Solon Z and his band 7 stars! Everyone commented on how great our wedding entertainment They had energy, style, talent, and kept the party going for our reception at the Seacrest from sunset to moonlight. I loved their music, they played classic Sinatra to my old favorites from Disco to The Beatles and sounded JUST like them. The singer and the horn section really set this band apart from the rest. Professional, easy to work with, and very talented! Thank you, Solon Z!
- Jennifer, Bride: WOW! We wanted high-quality entertainment, something classy per my parent’s request… We researched several big bands, and booked these guys, a 21-piece big band….and they rocked! The singer was very engaging, easy to work with and he sounds just like Sinatra, Elvis and the others he sang… Unbelievable! Felt like we had our own live concert for the reception! AWESOME, THANK YOU!!! So happy we found you!
- Angela, Bride: I could not have asked for a more professional orchestra and band leader to work with. They were classy from start to finish and worth every penny. Solon Z and the Sapphires have a wonderful sound, and the guests were having too much fun to let them leave on time. 🙂 They dressed up nicely and looked the part, and they played the part to perfection! They were very easy to work with, and they made my wedding reception unforgettable! We had several people ask for their card, so I am sure they are staying busy. 🙂
- Sean, Groom: These guys are the best! Great entertainment and they are really good at working the crowd. A lot of fun.
What Are You Waiting For?
We understand that the entertainment can make or break your event, which is why our core mission is to make your wedding reception the most talked about wedding event of the decade.
Explore our various bands and ensembles or contact us to create your own custom entertainment package from our roster of over 128 professionally trained, working musicians (All Berklee School of Music Alumni) that will entertain your guests. Our musicians are regular performers in the Boston Symphony Orchestra, on Broadway, and touring session musicians for the biggest names in the entertainment world. This is why we can confidently say that we have the best wedding bands for hire in all of Boston, Newport ri, Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket!
Ask yourself, do you want your wedding reception band to be a magical “once in a lifetime” talent? If your answer is yes, get in touch with us for booking or inquiries today, because our calendar fills up fast!