Business Details
10 Years
experience
Unforgettable Live Music for Weddings & Events in NYC, NJ & CT
Music Dept delivers unforgettable live entertainment experiences for weddings and special events. With over 3000 unique performers in our network, we offer personalized service tailored to each client's vision. Founded in 2016 by professional jazz guitarist Adam Lomeo, our company combines deep musical expertise with meticulous planning to ensure flawless execution. We specialize in connecting clients with top-tier musicians, dancers, and performers while maintaining a concierge-level approach to event coordination. Our team's extensive industry experience, including performances at prestigious venues like the Blue Note and international tours, ensures unparalleled quality.We prioritize clear communication, flexibility with song requests, and seamless integration with other vendors to create cohesive event experiences. Trusted by couples, corporate planners, and luxury event companies, we maintain rigorous standards for all performers in our network. Our commitment to excellence has earned consistent five-star reviews across 43 customer testimonials, with particular praise for our reliability and artistic creativity.
Services
Wedding Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Bands
DJs
Dancers
Kids Entertainment
Classical Ensembles
International Music
Sound Equipment
Corporate Event Music
Surprise Performances
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer access to 3000+ vetted performers for any event type
- Our founder is a professional jazz guitarist with international performance experience
- We provide personalized song selection and custom arrangement capabilities
- Our concierge planning service coordinates seamlessly with venues and vendors
- We maintain strict quality standards across all performers in our network
What people say
Flawless delivery
Talented musicians
Professional team
Exceptional service
Unforgettable experience
Services
Wedding Ceremony Music
Professional musicians for wedding ceremonies including string quartets, vocalists, and instrumental ensembles. Custom song arrangements ensure personalized soundtracks for key moments. Expert coordination with venues and officiants guarantees seamless execution.
DJs
Skilled DJs with premium equipment and curated playlists for receptions of all sizes. Flexible genre expertise transitions smoothly between musical styles. Backline sound equipment and lighting included for complete event coverage.
Cocktail Hour Bands
Live musical entertainment for cocktail hours and receptions featuring jazz trios, acoustic duos, and specialty ensembles. Customizable performance durations with equipment included for indoor or outdoor venues.
Kids Entertainment
Age-appropriate performers for children's events including interactive musicians, magicians, and character entertainers. Professional-grade equipment and child-safe performance materials ensure safe, engaging experiences.
International Music
Specialty performers representing global music traditions including mariachi, klezmer, and Middle Eastern ensembles. Authentic instrumentation and multilingual capabilities for culturally specific events and celebrations.
People
Adam Lomeo
Founder & Lead Musician
Professional jazz guitarist with international performance experience. Founded Music Dept in 2016 by merging Rum Runners Jazz and Larry Siegel Music. Specializes in wedding music coordination and artist management.
Questions
What services does Music Dept offer?
We provide live musicians, bands, and performers for weddings and events including ceremonies, cocktail hours, receptions, and corporate functions.
Do you travel for performances?
Yes, we perform throughout the United States with primary service areas in NYC, NJ, Philadelphia, and surrounding regions.
How do I book a musician?
Contact us through our website or phone number to discuss your event requirements. We'll help select appropriate performers and coordinate all logistics.
What are your pricing options?
Solo performances start at $300, with wedding packages ranging from $1600 to $7000 depending on event complexity and duration.
Can I request specific songs?
Yes, we accommodate special song requests and can create custom arrangements to match your event's unique requirements.
How many performers do you have available?
Our network includes over 3000 unique performers spanning various musical genres and performance styles.
Reviews (7)
Meg G.
Aug 08, 2021
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All I can say is WOW! The Music Dept provided church ceremony and cocktail hour music for our Wedding in July 2021, which was originally scheduled for July 2020, but postponed due to COVID. From the onset of communication and planning with musician and coordinator, Adam, our experience was simply a joy. Adam was friendly and informative. His talent and creativity was immediately obvious as we brainstormed our wedding music vision - music is so important to us and he helped us identify the perfect music group choices, the perfect moments for music and the perfect song selections to executive our
Shaun R.
Dec 26, 2020
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Larry and David were incredible. We held a town wide Oktoberfest because Covid 19 restrictions prevented us from having our annual event in person as a large gathering. Their bands went to separate locations to play live music throughout the evening. It was such a wonderful experience. Everyone enjoyed the band's performances. We will definitely be hiring Larry and David again for next year. Hopefully we will be able to have our normal event again, but if not, we know we can count on them for everything. Thank you again for making a difficult time, so enjoyable!
John F.
Apr 27, 2020
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Adam and Clerida performed as a cello and guitar duo at our wedding this past February and I can't say enough about them. We selected them at the recommendation of our wedding planner who had numerous positive experiences with them in the past, and right from the beginning we were grateful for our pick. Adam worked with us ahead of time to make sure that the they were in lockstep with our vision. The day of, they showed up early, were professional, and truly set the mood with their beautiful performances (lots of Beatles!). We had them for both the ceremony and the cocktail hour and I&apos
Justin Y.
Oct 27, 2019
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My wife and I hired the Music Dept for our October 2019 wedding and we could not have been happier with Adam bringing our wedding vision to life. We received many compliments on how wonderful and professional the ensemble was during our ceremony and cocktail hour reception. It's been a pleasure working with Adam and team, and we highly recommend them for anyone needing live music for their next party or celebration. Thank you for everything!
Carley S.
Nov 01, 2018
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I recently hired The Music Dept for my company's 50th anniversary party. It was the first big event I've thrown for this company, so I wanted to make sure everything was perfect. Adam and the other talented musicians helped me create the perfect ambiance for my 100 guests. Adam was so easy to work with and flexible with ideas and scheduling. As an event planner, I tend to micromanage and have very high expectations for bands, photographers, etc, and I can easily say that they exceeded my expectations! I will certainly reach out to The Music Dept for future events and highly recommend
Emily S.
Jul 27, 2018
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Adam in an incredibly talented musician and our wedding would have not been the same without him! Adam was very easy to communicate with and we had several phone calls and chats with him before the wedding. He is extremely flexible and easy going and really listened to the style and vibe we wanted for ceremony and cocktail hour. My favorite part of working with Adam was when he learned a song that my husband (who also plays guitar) wrote for me years ago and he played it as I was walking down the aisle! He is the absolute best and the jazz trio at cocktail hour set the entire tone for the night
Benjamin P.
Jan 17, 2018
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I have been at MULTIPLE events that Rum Runners Jazz played at, and I can't say enough good things about how they performed. The events I was at were more "talking" evening things so Rum Runners was more in the background with that smooth jazz vibe going on, and every single time they've been great. I actually wanted their guitarist to teach me some more guitar (I'm an acoustic player - amateur) so I could play like him! But I would highly recommend Rum Runners Jazz for any event, and I already do that to friends and family I know in real life. I'm looking forward
