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November 2009

Dear Joe,

One turns sixty only once, and we could not have had a better band to celebrate the occasion. The music the band produces and the energy and personality of it’s members provided a level of entertainment that none of the guests will soon forget.

As you recall, the occasion was a surprise affair for over a hundred people. My wife is full of praise when she recounts how helpful you were in staging the party. Thanks for providing so many practical suggestions and proposing a song list which complimented the affair. This was no easy matter, since the guest list ranged from college age to retirement plus 20 years. I particularly enjoyed the singers using wireless microphones which allowed them to perform among the dinner tables and on the dance floor.

Let me time my hat to you and your band again, Joe. All of the efforts both during the party and behind the scenes made the party a complete success. I hardly can wait until my surprise 70th!

Scott Sturman
Fresno, CA


June 27, 2009

Joe, We heard a ton of comments about the band -- people loved it!!   We really appreciated the fact that we were able to talk during dinner and weren't drowned out by music.   As you know, the people there loved to dance -- and filled up the dance floor from the start to the finish.    We will surely recommend you to other people!   Thanks for letting us use your keyboard!!  

Ken and Carol Maul
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July 25, 2008

“Joe Lenigan’s Band is the best around.”  That is what I keep hearing from everyone who has ever attended one of their performances or danced to their music.
As an event coordinator, I recommend and hire the best and in my book that is Joe Lenigan.  The music ranges from the oldies, Frank Sinatra, show tunes to the swing, country, hip hop and all the newest and the latest.  Best of all, you can count on Joe to give you your monies worth every time plus he is creative and will help you with valuable suggestions.  I have worked with Joe Lenigan since the early 90’s and he is dependable and he is “The Best”.
Betty Goertzen
Develop Design Do It  
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July 1, 2008

Hi, Joe:

Well done – as I knew it would be! As the event planner / coordinator for the CSUF’s Viticulture & Enology Department’s annual fundraiser, A Celebration of Wine, I’m responsible for presenting a first-class event to a state-wide audience and you never let me down. This audience represents a wide cross-section of attendees from young to older. With your wide range of music spanning the different music types and eras, your band plays an important role in our success. Along with nearly 100 wineries from across the state and food from nearly 50 respected restaurants, you’re the icing on the cake – offering a wonderful, get up and dance musical experience during our Coffee & Desserts time. Each year this part of our event grows which I’m sure is reflective of your broad range of music, the fun and interaction between your band and our audience, and word getting around that you’ll be there once again. Here’s to the last 10 years – looking forward to the next! Be sure to put us down for June 7, 2009 – same time & same place!

Sincerely, Jan Boling,
Event Coordinator
A Celebration of Wine
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June 19, 2008

Dear Joe and band,
Well, you did a smash-up fantastic , bring down the roof job for the Hoff-Berzac wedding!  I am so glad we hired you.  You did such a great job of getting the party going and keeping it moving, and your talent blew me away, start to finish!  Thank you for keeping me the ‘Daddy Warbucks/Annie surprise happen too, it was quite incredible!  Cheers! Jessica (Hoff) Berzac

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June 12, 2008
Dear Joe and Band,

I would like to thank you for the great performance of you and your band for my daughter’s Wedding.  I cannot tell you how many compliments I got for your performance.  You and your band’s performance made it a first class affair.  Your services exceeded my expectations.  One of the guests commented on how the band could move from one style of music to the next so easily.  He informed me he also plays professionally and he thought you were one of the best bands he has ever heard.

Again, thank you and the band for making such a great evening even better.

Sincerely,

Jim Crain
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April 28, 2008

"Thanks for everything Joe! You and your bands professionalism shows through your music. There is nothing better than live music. And you do a great job! Thanks for everything!"


Ann Appel, Chair-Rotary District 5230 Conference

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Dear Joe,
"You made our daughter's wedding very special and something we will never forget.  Our quiet Bride and Groom danced every dance-the evening of entertainment you provided is something our family will never forget.  Our friends have one comment about the wedding--"Who was that wonderful band?" We are looking forward to hearing you at the weddings and events of our friends now--we will be alot more relaxed! 

Thank you, Jerry and Louise Houlding"


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Dear Joe,

Thank you so much for a wonderful performance at KSEE 24's concerts in the park.  I truly enjoyed your music and you were such a pleasure to talk to.  I look forward to you and your band playing next year.  Again, thanks to you and your band for making our concerts so special. 

Amanda Sullivan-KSEE 24-Fresno, CA

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Joe,
"Guests loved the music - not so loud that they could not enjoy it!" also heard many comments on the selection of songs. Your leader did a great job.  It was a great party, thank you so very much.  Susan M. Biglione

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Joe, People have not stopped talking about our Gala event at the Radisson Hotel on February 4, 2006.  Thank you for making it a success.  I heard comments such as, "This has been the most fun Gala by far", "This was a great way to end the conference.  Everyone worked hard and it was great to cut loose and have fun", and "You have raised the bar with the Gala entertainment".
The most enjoyable sight was seeing our state board members out on the dance floor - for every dance.  They were very impressed with Central Valley for putting together such a great conference.  The Gala Banquet was the last event of the conference, so that is how they will best remember us.
Thank you again and I am looking forward to more occasions of being on the dance floor with your band.
 
Judy Dorn
Co-Chair
California School Nurses Organization Annual State Conference.

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Joe Lenigan's Little Big Band was the highlight of my daughter's recent wedding reception.  From the wonderful full sound of classic big band music to the rhythmic upbeat rock music of the 60s, 70s, 80s, etc.  it was first class all the way.  This band made the reception!  As hosts of this event, we were complimented all evening on the fabulous band that was playing! They made us want to get up and dance!  Singers Bob and Debbie couldn't have been better.   Their voices blend so well together and their personalities come shining through their music.   The smooth sound of the 3 piece combo during the hor d'oeuvres hour was just the right ambiance for everyone settling in at the reception and awaiting the arrival of the wedding party. I knew if Joe Lenigan's Band was playing at our event that it would most certainly be a night to remember and my hopes became reality.

Karen Castiglione   <@}}}><
Clovis High

Joe Lenigan on trumpet


Engaging.... In a word this is what the LIVE sounds of Joe Lenigan's Little Big Band will do for you and your event; it will ENGAGE you, creating an atmosphere that will be remembered by you and your guests for years to come.

With "Automation" everywhere, everyday, and so many of us on "AUTO PILOT" why bring a D.J. to your event when such quality talent is available locally?

Live music allows you the opportunity to customize tempo to your crowd, I have had the opportunity to work with Joe and his "Little Big Band" on several occasions and his group is First Class from start to finish and will not disappoint you or your crowd.

Joe's talented team of musicians and vocalists have customized their work to fit the mood of every event I have planned, from my own wedding to a recent back stage gala for the Fresno Metropolitan Museum at the Kenny G concert, which was a smashing success.

Wishing you an event that you will cherish in your memories for years to come!

Karen Lee Smith
Graphics, Marketing & Corporate Event Planning
karen@jpmaroot.com


Dear Joe,  As always, your ensemble did a fantastic job at the Mark of Distinction.  It was fun to see people actually dancing!  We look forward to working with you again.  Thanks so much! 
Ken and Carol Maul,  Realtors,  November, 2005.



Joe,  The band was amazing!  You guy were the hit of the party, that was so much fun.  I only wish we could have had you guys play longer! 
Sven Mawson,  Awhanee Hotel, Yosemite, CA.  June 2005



Joe, Thank you so much for such a fabulous evening!  It was way too short.  The party next door was dancing behind the divider!  You guys were great – and we be happy to recomend to anyone.  Sheena Mawson,  Awhanee Hotel, Yosemite, CA.  June 2005



Joe,  Thank you very much for your work in putting together a great group of people to augment Wayne Newton’s big band.  The shows went very well and you musicians did a fine job.  I hope that we can work together soon. 
Sincerely,  Elaine McFarland. 
Chukchansi Gold Casino,  November, 2005.



Joe, Thank you so much for helping to make this day so special and memorable.  You and the band were so enjoyable and rocked!  Thank you for traveling all this way,  I really appreciate you time and talent. 
Paley Perales,  June,  2005,  Fess Parker Winerey,  Los Olivos, CA.



Great job….. the lead singer was great with the crowd. 
Loretta Croissant,  October 2005.



The band was very good!  We are so glad we hired them. 
Clovis Hills Community Church, September, 2005.



Everyone is still talking about the fun they had!  Thanks. 
Helen Sandrini,  April, 2005.



Nothing little about Joe’s Big Band!  Your coordination leading up to the event and performance the night of were superb.  Thanks for a great event! 
Fort Washington Country Club,  December 2004.



Joe,  Thank you sooo … much.  The band made the event. 
Teresa Green,  October, 2005.



Our guests (and we) were very impressed with the excellent level of performance and with all vocal and instrumental selections.  The band is ‘awesome’. 
Linda and Carl Buxman,  September, 2004. Reedley, CA.

 
 
The Joe Lenigan Band at the waterfront  

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