Every event planner puts their reputation on the line when selecting entertainment. No decision will bring more praise…or more criticism.

Gerard Carelli has impeccable timing and ability to read the crowd, which he credits to his experience as bandleader at The Rainbow Room and Entertainment Director for the Waldorf Astoria and New York Athletic Club.

This is why Gerard Carelli Orchestra was chosen to provide the music for such important events as the Christopher Reeves 50th Birthday Bash, a Democratic fundraiser hosted by Bill Clinton and for restaurateurs Rocco Dispirito of Union Pacific Restaurant and Drew Nieporent of Tribeca Grill and Nobu.

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“Thank you for the wonderful entertainment you provided at the Gamboling Gala…at the Plaza Hotel. The feedback has been favorable and unanimous.”
Ronald J.H. Napal, United Cerebral Palsy of NY

“I have been told that this was one of the best dinner dances in New York City. The professionalism, skill and ambiance provided by you and your musicians is second to none in New York City!”
Terrance E. Granahan, Boston College

“The evening will long be remembered by the 550 guests in attendance as one of the most successful celebrations in the Club’s illustrious history. Your cooperation, style and musicianship went a long way in making this event the success that it was.”
Bob Young, New York Athletic Club

“I always thought you were good, but I didn’t realize you were that good. Congratulations, you should be very proud.”
James Wm. Blauvelt, Waldorf Astoria

“We received a lot of very positive feedback from the guests about the terrific entertainment. I appreciate how easy it was to work with you and your organization on planning and execution of the project…”
Joan W. Mansfield, National Jewish Medical Research Center

“Working with you was a delight. You were so accommodating to our special needs…We have received rave reviews of the music…As a result, this year’s party kept people dancing much longer than in all the previous years I have managed this event. I know you will be getting calls from the gala attendees as well as me in the future.”
Jill Westgard, Neuberger Museum of Art

“The dance floor was packed and the compliments kept coming. We all appreciate your contribution.”
Paul Rosenblum, Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts

“Thank you for providing the music and cabaret entertainment for our fourth annual “Share The Light” Gala. It was a pleasure working with you. You were spectacular!”
Holly Benedict, The Lighthouse Inc.

“Thank you once again for your wonderful Gerard Carelli Orchestra. The music was great, one could have danced all night.”
Ken Marsolais, Northern Westchester Center for the Arts

“The evening was a tremendous success. Your orchestra was a great hit and we had trouble keeping our patrons in their seats…they kept on hopping onto the dance floor at every opportunity.”
Diana Bulman, Katonah Museum of Art


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