We made it to Style Me Pretty's Little Black Book!

We made it!
Today we are thrilled to announce that Grapevine Productions has been invited to be in the world's most popular wedding blog Style Me Pretty's  Little Black Book!

From an email I received from Style me pretty:

Our worldwide sophisticated readership is searching virtually for the best wedding inspiration, advice and vendors...and we genuinely admire the high quality of your entertainment artistry! Your expertise in the following areas has impressed our team:

--Exceptional client services, a genuine interest in fostering a client relationship

--Superior design style and the continual honing of your craft

--Rave reviews by colleagues and/or clients

In an industry saturated with Meh, you have been lovingly and purposely chosen to represent, quite simply, the best in the business. 

What is Style Me Pretty's Little Black Book?

Style Me Pretty is a nationally recognized inspirational wedding resource that publishes original content via blog format. Our Little Black Book is not a "yellow pages" list, but rather a thoughtfully edited resource showcasing only the most innovative, chic, top quality wedding professionals on the planet.

We are excited to be a part of SMP's organization and consider this to be a huge honor!

Meganne and Charles - Indiana History Center September 1st 2013 - Indiana Historical Society

In September I had the pleasure of providing the music and serving as the emcee for Meganne and Charles Brezina's wedding reception at the always elegant and magnificent Indiana History Center in Indianapolis. Meganne looked absolutely stunning and Charles looked pretty dapper himself. You could really tell how much they adore each other! They were surrounded by loving friends and family and I think everyone had an amazing time dancing the night away! One of the highlights were the individual cakes at each table. Meganne and Charles went to each table a cut the cake - It was a nice personal touch. Another highlight was Meganne's Father who asked for the microphone after I introduced the wedding party so he could personally introduce the new Mr and Mrs!
I am so honored to have been a part of this wonderful celebration and wish Meganne and Charles an incredible future and lifetime of happiness.
My thanks to photographer Anne (super-talent) Buskirk for use of the photos.

Wedding party introductions – Marry you by Bruno Mars

First dance – Sunday Kind of Love by Etta James

Father Daughter dance - I loved her first by Heartland

Indiana History Center venue manager – Katie Vaughan
Photographer Anne Buskirk 
Caterer MBP Catering 

 Day of coordinator Vicki Pruzinski

Bronwyn and Justin - Purdue Memorial Union Hall November 30th 2013

Congratulations Bronwyn and Justin!!! It was a beautiful fall day in Lafayette and everything was just exactly perfect! Bronwyn had a perma-smile on all night! Justin brought his A-game and wore his love for Bronwyn on his sleeve. I couldn’t be happier for these two and I’m so glad I got to be a part of their celebration. At the end of the reception Justin was still keeping the honeymoon a surprise to Bronwyn, but where-ever they wound up, I know they are the happiest couple there! 

 

Thank you guys again :)

Wedding party Introduction music Thunderstruck AC/DC + Life in the fast lane - Eagles
Cake cutting - When I'm 64 Beatles
Father Daughter dance – I Loved Her First-Heartland
Mother Son dance – Alone – Sara Evans and Jim Brickman 
Step Father and bride dance – He Didn’t Have To Be-Brad Paisley
Bouquet toss - Single ladies - Beyonce
Garter toss - Wild thing - Troggs 

Alexann and Jake - Mavris Event Center November 9th 2013

How long have I been a DJ? I just started Grapevine about the time my friends Mike and Martha had a baby boy and named him Jake. He's all grown up and he found his perfect match in Alexann!
If you have ever been to the Mavris you know it's a great spot for a party and this night was no exception. It started with the wedding ceremony and the cocktail hour on the third floor and then guests moved downstairs for dinner and lots of dancing - It was a blast and it was a big honor to be a part of this celebration. 
Thanks to my photographer friends Brandon and Cybil for the photos.  Also thanks to Ellie Lowe with The Mavris who helped make everything flow perfectly.

Anniversary dance longest married couple (59 years!) offering advice on how to stay married.

Ceremony music
Parents seating: You raise me up - Instrumental guitar
Bridesmaids music: There is love - O'Neil Brothers
Brides music: 1,000 years - Piano Guys
Recessional: Marry you - Bruno Mars

Introduction song: Space Jam - Quad City DJs
Cake cutting song: 1,2,3,4 - Plain white T's
First dance: Turning Page - Sleeping at last
Parents dance: Perfect fan - Backstreet boys
Bouquet toss: Gold digger - Kanye West
Garter toss: Big Pimpin' - Jay-Z

Vanessa and Jeff - Indianapolis Downtown Library October 5th

The internet is responsible for many things, but maybe it's most important contribution is bringing people together who would otherwise never meet. It brought my wife and I together (for example) and it brought Vanessa, who is of Chinese decent, and Jeff who who is Jewish together. Both cultures intertwined and were celebrated last night in a wedding that that was romantic, dramatic and yet like the couple, relaxed and down to earth. The wedding took place at the incredibly beautiful Indianapolis Marion County downtown library.
The wedding ceremony and cocktail hour were both held in the Simon reading room with Cecilia Strings providing the music. Guests then made their way to the library's Atrium for dinner.

The flowers and the amazing centerpieces that went beyond the bride's expectations by Bokay Florists.

The couple were cheered by the guests as they were introduced to "All you need is love" by the Beatles.
Jeff then welcomed the guests and his Daughter gave the blessing in Hebrew over the Challah bread.

A delicious Chinese preparation of chicken and vegetables was served by Thomas catering while I played a variety of music from musicals and movies. It was a stormy night so "Singing in the rain" by Gene Kelly and "Raindrops keep falling on my head" by B.J. Thomas fit right in. After dinner the couple cut the beautifully detailed cake provided by Sweet Seductions to the traditional song (if you are in China) by Zhou Xuan "Blooming Flowers and the full moon".

 
Vanessa and Jeff shared their first dance to Nat King Cole's "Unforgettable".

 
Hava Negilla  (Let us rejoice) got everyone on the dance floor to dance the Hora and the party continued into the night wrapping up with the guests forming a circle of love with Vanessa and Jeff dancing in the center to "Here there everywhere" by the Beatles followed by a sparkler sendoff.

It was a treat to once again work with Photographer Ian Borgerhoff and Videographer's Brandon and Cybil New with Cybil Brandon Cinematography.

A very special thanks to wedding planner's Deborah Bowman and Cassie Smith with A Touch of Elegance.
This was their last wedding and it has been a great privilege working with them the last few years.
Deborah and Cassie - Everyone in the Indianapolis wedding industry admired your work, dedication, kindness and devotion to your clients - We will miss you, but hope for a bright future to you and your families.

I

Jenn and Shane - Mill Top Banquet and Conference Center September 28th

Saturday's wedding reception was extra special for me as I was honored to be asked to provide the wedding reception music and entertainment for the Daughter of my photographer friend Rich Walton.  The night was split into two rooms at The Mill Top in Noblesville - The cocktail hour, photobooth and dance area was in one room, and dinner in another. Both rooms were stunningly beautiful. Banquet manager Susan Liang did a fantastic job directing the nights events. 
It's always great to work with Brandon and Cybil New with B&C Studios who provided videography service. Troy Hill provided the (very popular) photo booth and photography and was assisted by Mark Dutkevitch. I look forward to seeing their shots of the night
The evening moved quickly starting with the cocktail hour. I could tell by the noise level that this was going to be a partying crowd - and was it ever! Jenn and Shane arrived to mingle with the guests and then cut the cake before everyone moved over to the second room for the wedding party introductions and dinner.
Catering was provided by MBP Catering  - The food was all delicious but most memorable for me was the mashed potato bar! After dessert there were several heartfelt and very funny toasts and then Jenn and Shane were ready to dance! 

The couple's first dance was to Ray LaMontane's - You are the best thing. Jenn then shared a dance with her Father to Stevie Wonder's - Isn't she lovely.

Shane danced with his Mom to Michael Buble's - You make me feel so young.
Jenn and Shane wanted to spotlight all the married couples, so we did an anniversary dance to Can't help falling in love by Elvis. That was followed by one of the bartenders providing a very entertaining Fire show!

 The next two and half hours was non stop dancing and celebrating - It just went by so quickly!

 
Jenn and Shane, thanks for letting me be a part of your special day. Here is some video I hope you enjoy.  Oh, the lady you see smiling deliriously looks that way because she found the fan I put on the dance floor : )

 

Alex and Paul - D'Amore September 21st

It was an incredibly fun wedding reception last night at D'Amore! Alex and Paul met while both were attending Purdue University - Paul is originally from Ireland and came to the U.S when he was 17. We added some Irish music (contemporary artists) for the cocktail hour and dinner to make his friends and family who came over feel at home. Their friend Drew played guitar and sang for their first dance and cake cutting and did an exceptional job - top notch!. It was a pleasure working with Kevin and Alica Monahan with Monahan Photography , and Kelly Robertson and the team at Thomas catering.

First dance - I won't give up - Jason Mraz (Performed by Drew Smidler)
Cake cutting - Mirrors - Justin Timberlake  (Performed by Drew Smidler)
Parents dance - My Wish - Rascal Flatts
Last dance - Everything I do - Bryan Adams

Custom first dance or parent dance

Looking to do something extra special for your first dance or parent dance?
We can take your vows or personal message and create a custom song mix.
This video gives you an idea of what is possible.