Bar & Bat Mitzvah Entertainment in NYC & Westchester

Bar and bat mitzvah DJs, MCs, and dancers who lead the hora and keep every generation on the floor, across New York and Westchester.

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Bar and Bat Mitzvah Entertainment, Done Right

For over 30 years, Expressway Music has run bar and bat mitzvahs across New York City and Westchester. Founder Dave Swirsky started the company in 1992, and our DJs, MCs, and dancers know how to lead the hora, run the candle lighting, and keep the kids and the grown-ups on the floor from the first song to the last.

Whether you are planning a bar mitzvah or a bat mitzvah, we build the night around your family and the guest of honor. We handle the announcements, read the room, and coordinate with your planner and venue so the celebration runs exactly the way you pictured it.

What we can bring

  • DJ and MC who know mitzvah traditions inside out
  • Motivational dancers, games, and giveaways for the kids
  • Hora leadership and the full run of show
  • Photo booths, karaoke, magicians, and mentalists
  • Sound, dance-floor lighting, and party production
  • One team, not five separate vendors

From Manhattan event spaces to Westchester country clubs and synagogue social halls, we tailor the music, energy, and timeline to your family and your guests.

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Why Choose Us

For over 30 years we have kept New York and Westchester mitzvahs on their feet, leading the hora, reading the room, and giving the guest of honor a celebration their friends still talk about.

Run by Dave Swirsky since 1992

Founder Dave Swirsky has produced NYC and Westchester mitzvahs for over 30 years and knows the traditions firsthand.

DJs and MCs who read the room

We keep the kids dancing and the grown-ups happy, leading the hora and the celebration without anything feeling forced.

One team, not five vendors

DJ, MC, dancers, photo booths, and more from a single coordinated team, so there is less for you to manage.

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Our Mitzvahs Packages

Level 1- Bar or Bat Mitzvah Celebration

Experienced Pro DJ with Equipment

Wide selection of dance music

Basic announcements-light emceeing (trivia, a game or two)

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Level 2-Bar or Bat Mitzvah Celebration

Experienced Bar/Bat Mitzvah DJ

Sound and Basic lighting

Photo Booth

Karaoke during Cocktail hour and as fill in throughout the party

Games and trivias

Dance Assistant(s)

LED TV’s or projector and screen for Montage

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Level 3- Bar or Bat Mitzvah Celebration

Experienced Professional DJ

Dynamic Separate MC

Sound and full LIghting (dance floor and decor uplights)

2 + dancers

Photo booth

Sports games

Professional Photographer

Led Stage

Strolling Mentalist Magician

site visit with owner/dj Dave Swirsky

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Level 4-Custom Bar or Bat Mitzvah Celebration

Fully customizable package

Wide selection of services

Custom music playlists

Site visit with owner/dj Dave Swirsky

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What Our Mitzvah Clients Say

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 by 200+ clients

Melanie Kletter

David was wonderful to work with and we are so happy with how everything went at our daughter’s recent Bat Mitzvah. David listened carefully to exactly what we wanted – we wanted a fun environment, a lively hora, and music that was not too loud – and he provided exactly what we asked for. He was very responsive and always got back to me in a timely manner. I highly recommend David and Expressway Music!

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Ruth and Michael

Thanks so much both for a fabulous party. We were very happy with the entire event – the music was great, Daniel did a fantastic job keeping the kids engaged and involved, we loved having such a large dance space, the kids were gloriously happy and the adults never stopped telling us what a great party it was!! So thank you for all you contributed. We agree about the space – it really worked out for us and the ceremony that we had downstairs was also in a beautiful space with huge windows and great views. Quite a few people have complimented Michael’s father’s speech – he’s 87 years old and a wise and thoughtful man so we were glad people got to see that side of him. Thanks again – who knows when we’ll have another event but we will certainly return to you if/when we do!

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Elana K.

New York, NY

Dave and his team were amazing at my daughter’s recent bat mitzvah. We had some very specific requests for what we wanted and he handled them all beautifully. We met numerous times throughout the planning process to make sure we were all on the page. The party was everything we hoped for and the dj was a big part of that. The Emcee and dancers were fun and great with the kids. It was a fantastic party and I’m so grateful to Dave and his team! Would highly recommend for a bar/bat mitzvah!

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H R.

Manhattan, NY

DJ David and MC Daniel provided the music and entertainment at my son’s bar mitzvah this past weekend. We had a blast and so did all of our guests. They kept everyone happy on the dance floor ranging from the kids to the grandparents and everyone in between. They read the crowd really well. I spoke with DJ David, the owner, before the event. He asked just the right questions to understand what sort of party we wanted and made specific suggestions to make that happen. He even recommended against an add-on item that would have earned his company more money because it didn’t match the type of party we were looking for. The communication with the team was seamless and always pleasant and professional. We could not have been happier with Expressway Music.

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Robin B.

San Francisco, CA

We used Expressway Music for my daughter’s bat mitzvah in September 2018 and Dave and his team were the best! I tend to be an anxious person and planning this event wasn’t easy for me. But every conversation in advance of the event left me at ease with my decision to hire Expressway and the day itself was amazing. Most important: my daughter and her friends had a blast. Dave is honest, kind, patient and fun. What more could you want for an event DJ?

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Nina

Dear Dave, I know that I already thanked you somewhat informally, but I wanted to sit down and write you a more “formal” thought-out thank you note. I just wanted to again thank you and your team for making Hannah’s bat mitzvah such a success. I did not have a big budget for the event, but I knew the dj would be the key, and I had to find the right one. I envisioned a unified party, from the grandparents to the kids. I was looking for someone who kept the party going but also did not blast the music so loud that people who had not seen each other in years would not be able to converse in the same room. I wanted djs who were not stereotypically cheesy, but who would keep the kids entertained. Again, I didn’t expect to have a lot of other entertainment or activities for the kids, so the dj had to hold their attention but not alienate the adults—or better yet, the adults would be motivated to join in. I did not know anyone who had used you, but reading online reviews and viewing your website made me think you’d be the right guys. Now, after the party, I know I made the right decision. I have received so many compliments from people of all ages. People implied that I must have given you a lot of instructions, but I said “not really.” Picking the right professionals is the key. Your entire staff was a pleasure to work with. From Charissa in the office to the dancers, Stevie and Julie, everyone was friendly and professional. You picked songs that ran the gamut, which is what we wanted, and kept things moving in a professional top notch fashion. Also, Daniel’s interaction with the kids hit the right note—he kept things fun, classy, and age-appropriate. I really don’t know how he learned so many kids names! I was very impressed with everything. Most importantly, Hannah had a great time. So, thank you! And please pass our thanks on to others on your staff as well.

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Robin

Dear David, We Really did have a wonderful time. So many of Kobes friends (who are now JADED Bar Mitzvah-goers from having gone to way too many this year) said it was the best Bar Mitzvah they had been to. I’d love to think it was because Kobe was amazing or I gave a wonderful talk but I know that it was largely in part due to you being there. Thank you so much! B’shalom

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Melanie K.

New York, NY

David is wonderful to work with and we are so happy with how everything went at our daughter’s recent Bat Mitzvah. David listened carefully to exactly what we wanted – we wanted a fun environment, a lively hora, and music that was not too loud – and he provided exactly what we asked for. He was very responsive and always got back to me in a timely manner. David brought an amazing emcee who added great energy to our party. I highly recommend David and Expressway Music!

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Shari R.

Mount Kisco, NY

Dave DJ’d our daughter’s Bat Mitzvah ten years ago, and we told him then that we’d be back in a decade for our son’s Bar Mitzvah! And we were. And last week he – and terrific DJ Corey – did it again. Just as in 2008, Expressway Music took the time to learn about our family and especially our child, and gave us exactly the party that we were so hoping for: upbeat from the first minute (notwithstanding the gray, rainy day outside); precisely tailored to our son, his friends and our adult guests (all of whom prefer things to be festive while, as the motto says, not too loud or over-the-top); full of games, dancing, laughter and great fun. Once again, Expressway Music helped to make this very meaningful milestone in our lives, that much more joyful. Special thanks to Charissa, who is endlessly patient, instantly responsive, and like Dave and Corey, gave us a wonderful day with memories to last a lifetime…. including Grandma leading the conga line!

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Recent Mitzvah Highlights

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Bat Mitzvah Chair lift during Hora at Jalsa Brooklyn

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dancing, singing and much more at Winter Bat Mitzvah 2026 in Westchester NY

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Bat Mitzvah Dad reviews Party

Bat Mitzvah dad gives high praise to DJ Dave and Emcee Dan 2025

Expressway Music Dancer and Emcee

MC Daniel and Dancer Elena lead dancing at Brooklyn Bat Mitzvah May 2025

Bat Mitzvah Mom tells DJ Dave what she thought about the party

Allison gives feedback about her Daughters Bat Mitzvah at the Moxy Hotel in Brooklyn May 2025

Bar Mitzvah boy and Mom review Party

DJ Dave and MC Daniel are reviewed by Elias, his brother Milo and Mom May 2025

MC leads line dance to Nokia by Drake

Expressway Music MC leads line dance to Nokia at Sophie’s Bat Mitzvah 4-26-2025

emcee Daniel at Mitzvah

MC Daniel leads Cotton eye joe and Macarana

Expressway Music MC Daniel leads Nokia Line Dance at Sophie’s Bat Mitzvah 4-26-2025

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Happy Bat Mitzvah Mom

Mom Cheryl interviewed right after Sophie’s Bat Mitzvah *April 2025)

Bat Mitzvah Karaoke

the Last song of Elle’s Bat Mitzvah(Don’t stop Believing Karaoke) in NYC March 2025

Mitzvah MC and Dancers

Expressway Music MC Daniel and top dancers for Bat Mitzvah 2024

Bar Mitzvah in Brooklyn NY

Expressway Music Dieter is a Game Wizard and recently at this ‘Boy Heavy” Bar Mitzvah 2025

Bowlero Times Square Bat Mitzvah

DJ Dave, Emcee Daniel and team get the dancing going after the Hora 2023

Glass Houses Bat Mitzvah

Expressway Music Team creates amazing fun dance party at Glass Houses 2024

Jump in the Line

DJ Dave Swirsky has everyone up at Brooklyn NY Bat Mitzvah 2024

Bat Mitzvah at City Winery

Sadie’s Friends sing “Shallow” as epic finale of her Bat Mitzvah Feb 2025

“Amazing Time”

Ellery’s Bat mitzvah at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue NYC 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Expressway Music offers professional Bar and Bat Mitzvah DJ services in NYC, Westchester, and the Tri-State area. Our experienced DJs specialize in creating high-energy, age-appropriate celebrations that keep kids and adults engaged all night.

Our DJs have over 30 years of experience performing Bar and Bat Mitzvahs since 1992. We understand traditions, timing, and how to balance music and entertainment for both teens and adults.

Absolutely. Many people, Jewish and non-Jewish alike, are invited to these milestone celebrations. It is one of the most visible and welcoming Jewish rituals. Guests of all backgrounds are encouraged to attend the ceremony and the party to support the young adult.

Dress codes vary by venue, but semi-formal or “Synagogue Chic” is the standard. While there are no strict “forbidden” colors, many guests choose to avoid overly casual looks like denim or camouflage, as well as extremely bright neon or “distracting” colors, out of respect for the sanctity of the service.

The milestone usually consists of three main parts:

  1. The Synagogue Service: Where the teen reads from the Torah and leads prayers.
  2. Speeches and Blessings: Often including a “D’var Torah” by the student.
  3. The Celebration: A high-energy party featuring food, music, and dancing.

Absolutely. We work closely with families to create custom music playlists that reflect your child’s style while keeping the dance floor packed. We welcome must-play and do-not-play requests.

No traditional Jewish celebration is complete without the Hora. Often performed to the cheerful tunes of Hava Nagila (Let’s Rejoice), the Hora is a circle dance where the guest of honor and their parents are often lifted on chairs. Our DJs and emcees are experts at leading this dance to get everyone involved!

We offer multiple Mitzvah DJ packages ranging from simple DJ setups to fully customized celebrations. Packages may include:

  • Professional DJ and emcee
  • Sound and lighting
  • Photo booths
  • Karaoke
  • Dancers and dance assistants
  • Sports games
  • LED stages and screens
  • Photography and live entertainment
  • Level 1: Professional DJ, equipment, music, and light emceeing
  • Level 2: DJ, lighting, photo booth, karaoke, games, assistants, and montage screens
  • Level 3: DJ + separate MC, full lighting, dancers, photographer, sports games, LED stage, and specialty entertainers
  • Level 4: Fully customizable Bar or Bat Mitzvah package tailored to your vision

Yes. We provide energetic professional emcees and dancers who interact with guests, lead games, and keep the energy high while ensuring the event flows smoothly.

Yes. Our Mitzvah events can include modern photo booths, sports games, karaoke, mentalist magicians, LED stages, and interactive activities that appeal to kids, teens, and adults alike.

Definitely. Our DJs and emcees lead age-appropriate games, trivia, and interactive activities to keep guests engaged and ensure a fun, well-paced celebration.

Yes. For select packages, including Level 3 and Level 4, we offer a site visit with owner and DJ Dave Swirsky to ensure proper planning, sound, lighting, and layout.

We recommend booking 6-12 months in advance, especially for peak seasons. Popular dates fill quickly.

Yes. We regularly work with synagogues, catering halls, hotels, and event venues throughout New York and Westchester, and coordinate closely with venue staff and planners.

You can request a quote online or contact us directly by phone or email. We’ll walk you through package options and help design the perfect celebration.

Families choose Expressway Music for our 30+ years of experience, personalized planning, high-energy DJs, interactive entertainment, and outstanding client reviews. Our goal is to make your child’s milestone truly unforgettable.

Our Services

Corporate Events

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

Weddings

Experience your dream wedding with our DJ services.

Karaoke DJ Parties

For over 30 years, we’ve provided complete karaoke entertainment, featuring quality equipment and diverse song selections for any occasion.

Live Music

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

Photo Booths

Our premium photo booth rentals include props, unlimited prints, and professional attendants to make your event memorable.

Photography & Videography

Our professional photo and video services capture your special moments beautifully, creating lasting memories you’ll treasure forever.

Lighting

Enhance your event with our custom lighting solutions – from elegant décor to vibrant dance floor effects.

two 65" led screen rental on skirted stand with bose speaker in the middle

Audio and Video Equipment Rentals

Transform your event with our crystal-clear projection systems – perfect for presentations and montages.

Bar/Bat Mitzvah Dancers

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

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