General Testimonials Public Performances -- Television Commercials – Charities – Parades Private Parties – Musicians – Weddings -- Funerals Public Performances “Come back already!! :)” Brooklynbowl (@brooklynbowl) (https://twitter.com/brooklynbowl/status/369896 913929523200) “Thank you guys for jumping in so last minutes before the show . was lucky to find you through my good friend Maurice Brown MoBetta’s friend. The crowd loved you . one comment stood out ‘That was better than sex!’” Shari Frank, Agent at ECM Online Webster Hall “Wanted to thank you and Jambalaya... Great addition to our event! Thanks again for working with us!” Frank Goldblatt, Coney Island USA – The Mermaid Parade “Time Out New York recommends: Check out the Jambalaya Brass Band!” Brooklyn Bazaar Nights "When the second line was going across the Brooklyn Bridge I heard the sounds of New Orleans coming through their instruments and felt the spirit of New Orleans mixed with New York. I will always be honored to hear the sounds of Jambalaya Brass Band and perform around the world with them because, trust me I'm coming for the Jambalaya. I have much love and respect for Jambalaya and for them helping spread and change the 504 sound." Darryl Young aka Dancingman 504 Professional 2nd Line Dancer 155 West 68the Street, Suite 29D, New York, NY 10023 Telephone: (212) 873-0475 – Fax (212)874-9521 – Email [email protected] Website: www.redwoodentertainment.com "In a city sadly deprived of New Orleans influence in its music Jambalaya Brass Band is the happy exception. I had the pleasure to walk a second line across the Brooklyn Bridge with these guys and when they played I closed my eyes and was transported to the Big Easy immediately. " James Demaria Photographer, Film maker Producer of Treme Life “I fell in love with the Jambalaya Brass Band. I am now following them on Twitter”. LaKisha N. Williams, Connections Coordinator Goddard Riverside Community Center Bernie Wohl Center “A huge and sincere thank you and the Jambalaya Brass Band for this past weekend! Having the band at the block party was absolutely phenomenal - as soon as the first music began, it was officially a good time.” Lauren Baccus I CHDC Community Coordinator “Jambalaya Brass Band you were great!” Ariana Hellerman -- One Penn Plaza “Time Out New York recommends: Check out the Jambalaya Brass Band!” Brooklyn Bazaar Nights Television Commercials “The band did an awesome job!” Southern Comfort Lime Commercial The Lodge – Kevin Dawkins “The guys were great!” Charmin Commercial Annick Meyar -- Gimme Butter Studios “Session went great!” Charmin Commercial Joel Dean – Composer -- Gimme Butter Studios 155 West 68the Street, Suite 29D, New York, NY 10023 Telephone: (212) 873-0475 – Fax (212)874-9521 – Email [email protected] Website: www.redwoodentertainment.com Charities “Universal praise for the band... they were fantastic!” Randall Kirkpatrick -- Director of Community Development CASA for Children of Mercer and Burlington Counties “We worked with each other last year to get the Jambalaya Brass Band to play at the Valerie Fund Gala in 2012. We would love to have them come back to the gala on March 9th, 2013.” Josh McClung. – The Valerie Fund “We sincerely love the group. Hopefully we are able to have them apart of a future event.” Genese Valentine, Founder & C.E.O. Color of Teal, Inc. "Color of Strength, Support and Survival..." Parades “Wanted to thank you and Jambalaya . Great addition to our event! Thanks again for working with us!” Frank Goldblatt Coney Island USA – The Mermaid Parade “A huge and sincere thank you and the Jambalaya Brass Band for this past weekend! Having the band at the block party was absolutely phenomenal - as soon as the first music began, it was officially a good time.” Lauren Baccus I CHDC Community Coordinator "When the second line was going across the Brooklyn Bridge I heard the sounds of New Orleans coming through their instruments and felt the spirit of New Orleans mixed with New York. I will always be honored to hear the sounds of Jambalaya Brass Band and perform around the world with them because, trust me I'm coming for the Jambalaya. I have much love and respect for Jambalaya and for them helping spread and change the 504 sound." Darryl Young aka Dancingman 504 Professional 2nd Line Dancer 155 West 68the Street, Suite 29D, New York, NY 10023 Telephone: (212) 873-0475 – Fax (212)874-9521 – Email [email protected] Website: www.redwoodentertainment.com "In a city sadly deprived of New Orleans influence in its music Jambalaya Brass Band is the happy exception. I had the pleasure to walk a second line across the Brooklyn Bridge with these guys and when they played I closed my eyes and was transported to the Big Easy immediately. " James Demaria Photographer, Film maker Producer of Treme Life Private Parties “We used the brass band for an informal party and everyone had rave reviews for them. They did an interesting selection not the usual New Orleans sound, which was original and lively.” Chris Muller, Best Live Entertainment “Thanks so much for all you help. The party was a smash. The Jambalaya Brass Band was a huge hit – they are still talking about it. Ric and crew were awesome!” James Schelkle, RA Principal Architect -- STUDIOJS2 ARCHITECT, PC 155 West 68the Street, Suite 29D, New York, NY 10023 Telephone: (212) 873-0475 – Fax (212)874-9521 – Email [email protected] Website: www.redwoodentertainment.com Musicians "The spicy concoction of the Jambalaya Brass Band is deeply rooted in the New Orleans tradition." Raymond Williams, aka Dr. Rackle, Trumpet player with Hot 8 Brass Band "Jambalaya Brass Band has got a taste of New Orleans and a great and unique sound." Bennie Jones, snare drummer, leader Treme Brass Band "When the second line was going across the Brooklyn Bridge I heard the sounds of New Orleans coming through their instrument and felt the spirit of New Orleans mixed with New York. I will always be honored to hear the sounds of Jambalaya Brass Band and perform around the world with them because, trust me I'm coming for the Jambalaya. I have much love and respect for Jambalaya and for them helping spread and change the 504 sound." Darryl Young aka Dancingman 504 professional 2nd line dancer at 2nd line across the Brooklyn Bridge "Jambalaya Brass band has a new flavor and a hell of a sound!" Phil Frazier, tuba/leader-Rebirth Brass Band "In a city sadly deprived of New Orleans influence in its music Jambalaya Brass Band is the happy exception. I had the pleasure to walk a second line across the Brooklyn Bridge with these guys and when they played I closed my eyes and was transported to the Big Easy immediately. " James Demaria, photographer, film maker, Producer of Treme Life "Jambalaya Brass Band, New York's finest!" Kirk Joseph, Sousaphone & Founding member of the Dirty Dozen Brass Band Weddings “The band was GREAT!!!! Everyone loved it....it was a ton of fun. Thank you!!!” Mandy Daly – Wedding – September, 2012 “The Jambalaya Brass Band had everyone out on the floor most of the night”. 155 West 68the Street, Suite 29D, New York, NY 10023 Telephone: (212) 873-0475 – Fax (212)874-9521 – Email [email protected] Website: www.redwoodentertainment.com Brooklyn Wedding Photographer – January 25, 2011 www.modernphotographers.net/tag/brass-band-wedding/ “Great job. Thanks again for making our wedding so fun and flavorful. Everyone, young and old, family and friends, enjoyed the music. My dancing shoes are still warm. When's your next show?” Adam Varga, November 15, 2010 “You were the hit of the wedding and many people have commented that the Hora was the best they had ever experienced. Thank you so much for everything, and we would love to see you guys perform sometime soon”. Judith Hoffman -- October 17, 2010 Funerals “The band did a wonderful job today. They were professional, respectful, and brought something very special to the service. I think my grandfather would have been tickled that we honored his request in this way, and I'm just so grateful to you all for doing it so well.” Stephanie Nemser 155 West 68the Street, Suite 29D, New York, NY 10023 Telephone: (212) 873-0475 – Fax (212)874-9521 – Email [email protected] Website: www.redwoodentertainment.com .