About Expressway Music

Our Story

Expressway Music began with a musician. David Swirsky, a singer-songwriter as well as a professional event DJ, founded the company in July 1992 and still leads it today. His original songs have appeared on film soundtracks and been recorded by other artists, and that musician’s ear is the thread running through every event we play.

That instinct is the difference. David understands how a song builds, how a room breathes, and how the right track at the right moment turns a good party into a night people talk about for years. He started Expressway with DJ and karaoke services, then grew it into a full event-entertainment company, adding live musicians, photo booths, silent disco, and professional audio and video production, all held to the standard a working musician expects.

More than three decades later, that standard still defines us. Couples, families, and corporate planners across New York City and Westchester have trusted Expressway with their most important days, and our clients keep coming back, leaving a 4.9-star rating across more than 219 reviews. From corporate events to bar and bat mitzvahs to weddings, we bring the same founder-led care to every booking.

Today David leads a hand-picked team of DJs, emcees, dancers, and classically trained musicians serving all five boroughs, Westchester County, and the wider tri-state area. The company has grown, but the principle has never changed: the music has to be right, because the founder is a musician first.

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What Makes Expressway Different

Founder-Led by a Real Musician

David Swirsky, a singer-songwriter and DJ, founded Expressway in 1992 and still brings a musician's ear to every event.

World-Class Musicians on Call

Classically trained violinists, pianists, and harpists, plus seasoned DJs and emcees, as soloists or a full quartet.

Every Service Under One Roof

DJs, live music, karaoke, silent disco, photo booths, lighting, and production, all coordinated by one team.

We bring that range to the events where the music makes the day: weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, and corporate events, for clients across all five boroughs, Westchester County, and the wider tri-state area.

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What Our Clients Say

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 by 219 clients

Maggie & Bryan

This review is a bit late, but Dave was our wedding DJ in May 2024. We had the absolute BEST experience with Dave! From start to finish, he was professional, organized, and truly understood how to keep the energy going all night long. A year later, our guests are still raving about the incredible music and the seamless flow of the evening. Dave took the time to understand our vision, curated a perfect playlist, and read the room like a pro—keeping the dance floor packed from the first song to the last. His transitions were smooth and his mic work was spot on. Beyond just playing great music, Dave was a true professional—arriving early, coordinating with our other vendors, and making sure everything ran flawlessly. If you’re looking for a DJ who can bring the perfect vibe to your wedding, we highly recommend DJ Dave!

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Miranda

New York, NY

THANK YOU! We all had a fantastic time and enjoyed the music a lot. Wishing you happy holidays and all the best for the new year! We will definitely see you next year again!!

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Brooke

New York, NY

You were amazing and everyone had a fabulous evening! Really the entertainment could not have gone smoother and more perfectly. I have already referred you to my friend who has an event company. Enjoy the Holidays! We will write a raving review soon!

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Kaliroe

New York, NY

It was a pleasure working w/ you … my bosses were so very happy with you! Everyone had a lot of fun and I will definitely reach out to if there should be anymore DJ needed parties. Have a fabulous weekend and thank you so very much for your professional and passion for what you do!

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Carolyn

New York, NY

I wanted to email you earlier to tell you how great of a time we all had last night at the company party…Davids is a hoot and a half…we just clicked immediately. He did such a fantastic job with the music that my EE’s are still talking about….just next yr my boss want a disco ball and fog…lol. Please let David know to give me a call to discuss a charity event that we spoke about in February Thank you for all your help and look forward to working with you again!

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Holly

New York, NY

Thanks very much, David. I will certainly be contacting you the next time I need to book a DJ.

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Amira

New York, NY

Thank you so much for providing all the musical services for Susan and Mary yesterday and for just being you and awesome. It was such a great night and working with you is always so easy and seamless. It’s really great being able to refer someone who can provide live music and DJ services all in one. Can’t wait to work with you again.

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Stephanie

New York, NY

I am writing to offer my enthusiastic recommendation for David Swirsky of Expressway Music. He has been our DJ of choice for a number of years and due to the overwhelming success of the parties each year, we will continue to utilize him. David is a great DJ. He is very friendly, talented, and will provide you with the type of service and ambiance you are seeking. Our firm is very diverse, yet he meets all our needs in a very professional yet fun way. He will take recommendations from the floor but ultimately adheres to the person in charge. He respects that the firm has offered him a job and he will do everything in his power to make sure your party is a success. I can’t recommend a better candidate for a law firm or corporation.

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Beth Harris

New York, NY

I have had the pleasure of working with Expressway Music over the past seven years here at the Council on Foreign Relations’ Harold Pratt House, where they have proven to be one of the best entertainment vendors throughout New York City. They offer exceptional customer service throughout the planning process, they are professional before, during and after each event, and they always provide the best entertainment for every client. One of the reasons we love working with Expressway Music and recommend them to our clients is that they are incredibly professional and are mindful of our rules and regulations within the venue. The Harold Pratt House is almost 100 years old, with original floors, elevators and stairwells. These features create challenges for all vendors during load-in/load-out and setting up; however, Expressway Music always comes prepared to handle this and is completely respectful of the venue and the nature of the building. We appreciate their efforts and work with them to make each event special for the client and their guests. I believe with Expressway Music, you can never lose. They always end the night with the guests wanting the party to continue, which means they know exactly how to entertain any type of crowd. They have the ability to read the crowd and play the right music in any situation, which, after working hundreds of events, is a rare talent to find these days. They are communicative, friendly, professional and overall wonderful to work with and I strongly recommend them to be an addition to your vendor list.

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Meet the Team Behind the Music

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David Swirsky founded Expressway Music in 1992, initally offering DJ and karaoke services.

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Expressway Music Mitzvah Dancer Alayna photograph

Elaine is a key ingredient to help make an otherwise great party…OUTSTANDING!

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DJ Joe at work

Joe is flexible and smart and a reliable and great choice for any type of event…..

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DJ 110 is a human jukebox of ALL the BEST music. Your dance floor will be Lit with DJ 110…

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DJ Sabrina creates a vibe that lingers long after the last song ends.

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DJ Derek is one of New York’s top versatile DJs with full-time experience since the early 1990s.

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DJ Greg on Rooftop overlooking NYC

Originally from California, DJ Greg is one of New York City’s and Expressway Music’s top-rated DJs.

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With a decade of experience DJing weddings and events in Boston and New York City, DJ Mac is a valued…

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Originally from North London, DJ Fem is a client favourite known for her unique mixes and extensive music knowledge.

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Everything Your Event Needs

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Corporate Events

Expressway Music delivers premium DJ services and entertainment for NYC corporate events, with award-winning DJs, live music options, photo booths & Karaoke.

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Mitzvahs

Celebrate your special milestone with our Dj services.

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Bar Mitzvah DJ

Expressway Music has many years experience in DJ’ing Bar Mitzvahs with much success. We will not only meet you at your venue to go over logistics but will help you every step of the way in the timeline and planning process.

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Photo by Ahna Tessler

Bat Mitzvah DJ

Expressway Music has many years experience in DJ’ing Bat Mitzvahs with much success. We will not only meet you at your venue to go over logistics but will help you every step of the way in the timeline and planning process.

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Bar/Bat Mitzvah Dancers

Our professional party dancers, including former Broadway performers, energize events by leading dances and engaging guests.

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Weddings

Experience your dream wedding with our DJ services.

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Wedding DJ

Expressway Music provides experienced, non cookie cutter DJ’s whom are recommended by the Top Venues and Wedding Planners in NYC, Westchester and beyond since 1992.

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Live Music

Expressway Music provides premium live bands and performers, carefully selected by owner DJ Dave Swirsky to deliver unforgettable entertainment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

David Swirsky is the founder of Expressway Music and a working DJ and singer-songwriter. He started the company in July 1992 and still leads it today, bringing a real musician’s ear to every event across New York City and Westchester.

Since 1992. For more than three decades we have provided DJ and event entertainment across New York City, Westchester, and the wider tri-state area, earning a 4.9-star rating across more than 219 client reviews.

We serve all five boroughs of New York City, Westchester County, and the wider tri-state area, with offices in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains. We regularly travel for events in the Hamptons, Long Island, New Jersey, and Connecticut.

Our specialties are weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, and corporate events, along with private parties of every kind. We provide DJs, live musicians, emcees, dancers, photo booths, and full production under one roof.

Yes. Expressway Music is a multi-year WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award winner, with awards across nine years between 2009 and 2019, recognition earned directly from real client reviews.

Request a free quote through our website, or call us directly at 212-953-9367 (NYC) or 914-370-2333 (Westchester). We will check availability for your date and build the entertainment around your event.

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