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Ben Dean - Strolling Violinist
No more do you have to listen to Kenny G or boring elevator music during your Cocktail Hour and Dinner. Bring the unique talents of a "live" strolling musician to your reception and your guests will surely have an unforgettable time.
Ben Dean joins Atmosphere Productions to perform musical pieces for your traditional Wedding Ceremonies, outdoor Wedding Ceremonies and as a strolling Violinist during Cocktail Hour and/or Dinner.
Enjoy Ben's strolling from table-to-table taking requests, heard over an incredible wireless broadcast sound system so that ALL your guests hear the virtuoso talents of this young musician.
From traditional classical repertoire that ranges from J. S. Bach to Prokofiev, to your favorite Irish Jig; from a Jazz Standard to the latest Pop/ Rock Anthem, the combination of Ben Dean and Atmosphere Productions can make it happen at your Ceremony or Wedding Reception.
In a culture where originality is highly valued, recording artist, performer, clinician, and composer Ben Dean is a stellar talent. He began his career on a full scholarship to the prestigious Hartt School of Music and had the privilege of studying under Mickey Reisman, an internationally renowned violin instructor.
In addition to his conservatory training, Ben is a highly accomplished recording artist whose work will be featured in the upcoming film “Brothers Bloom” (2008) which is starring the Oscar winning actor Adrian Brody.
Ben has performed in front of audiences of over 15,000 people, recently opening for notable acts such as Coldplay and the Steve Miller Band.As an educator, Ben is currently on faculty at the Avon Old Farms School. He has been a guest clinician for the Hartt School, ASTA String Fling, and numerous public school districts.
As a composer, Ben has scored the music for live performances with the Citi-Arts Dance Ensemble and had his original compositions premiered at the opening of the Hartford Convention Center.
He is a featured musician with the Greater Hartford Arts Council, Artist in Residence with the West Hartford Montessori School and maintains a private studio of students, many of which have gone on to win competitions for musical excellence.Ben explains what he does in his own words: "This type of performing is my absolute specialty. I average 100+ engagements per year. The standard wedding package with Atmosphere Productions is based on a 2-hour time frame to cover both the Ceremony & Cocktail Hour or Cocktail Hour & Dinner. A state-of-the-art wireless sound system recreates a concert hall sound for groups ranging from 30 to 1,000. This allows everyone to hear the music and fully enjoy it!"
"During Cocktails I do a lively up-tempo mix of Jazz, Classical, Latin, and Pop music to set the atmosphere as your guests arrive. It never fails to make an immediate positive impression on the guests. If you prefer to keep the music to a particular style during this time, I am open to ideas."
"After the introductions and toast, I offer a musical toast (usually a romantic ballad) to the Bride & Groom. I introduce myself and then announce to your guests that I'll be around to all of the tables after first playing a special request for the Bride & Groom. From there, I go immediately from table-to-table taking requests from your guests. This is where the excitement builds and people inevitably begin clapping along to the music and cheering after each piece."
"My repertoire covers over 500 tunes and I am highly skilled at improvising. I encourage special requests for parents, grandparents, birthdays, anniversaries."
"I take my strolling performances very seriously and realize that you get only one chance to do this right. With this in mind, I look forward to being part of your Wedding Day!"Listen To Ben by clicking any one of the buttons below:
Improvizeta on Strados Violin Hornpipe From Watermusic Devil went down to Georgia Symphonie Espagnole What A Wonderful World Bach Partita No 2 Mother's Day Waltz Pachelbel Canon Limerick Humoresque Rondeau Summertime Misty Coleraine Be the first to have this unique element at your Wedding Reception. Add this to any Atmosphere Productions package. Available for indoor or outdoor ceremonies, cocktail hour or dinner hour.
Off-site packages are available without Atmosphere Productions wireless broadcast technology are also offered. These special packages are subject to availability.
Contact us to obtain additional information or to book Ben Dean now
Bridging the Gap is Ben’s latest CD release and features a compilation of his favorite fiddle tunes from over the years. Traditional acoustic music is the dominant style for the album but other musical influences are found embedded within the arrangements. To illustrate this, Coleraine is an Irish jig redone in a world music fashion with bongos and eastern scales incorporated into the solo passage. Faith Unlocks the Door has a rich classical sound with twin fiddle harmony. Minor Swing is an upbeat tune with roots in gypsy jazz music. The enjoyment of hearing all these styles coalesce into an outstanding studio performance is the result of a first-rate approach that combines classical training and folk music.
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$14.99 (includes shipping & handling)SAMPLE CUTS
Blackberry Blossom
Faith Unlocks The Door
Soldier's Joy
Joys of Quebec Minor Swing
Also Featuring These Tracks:
Limerick Coleraine Mother's Day Waltz Red Wing How Firm A Foundation Jerusalem's Ridge Red River Valley& Bile 'Em Cabbage Down
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