Live Music

At Expressway Music, we provide the finest musicians New York City has to offer for your event whether its a wedding, corporate event or any special occasion.

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Why Choose Us

At Expressway Music, we've had over 3 decades of experience over a wide range of events, making sure each event was unique and special.

We offer all types of music

We offer Classical, Jazz, Vocal, Latin, Caribbean, Mariachi, Percussionists and much more.

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Flexible Live Music Selections

We offer a wide selection of live music options, whether it’s a soloist, duo, trio or quartet

DJ & Live Music Integration

At Expressway Music, we provide a perfect blend of live music percussionists and DJ performances for your wedding or event

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What Our Clients Say

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Amy, Matt & Hannah

Hi David, Thank you and Daniel you guys were great. Hannah had a fantastic time & so did we. Everyone was so kind and at the top of their game, it made the evening a huge success. I think the band (Hannah’s and her friends) had a blast, they don’t get the chance to play out much & they all love to play. We feel incredibly lucky to have had the space and everyone who joined in to make it all work. Hannah does have a pretty great group of friends, thanks for saying. I will happily recommend Expressway, you are pros and lovely people. Thanks again.

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Recent Event Highlights

Singing Pianist for Christmas-XMAS (and all events)

Our top singing pianist is Classical trained Noa who can play and sing any style of music for your next event!

Best NYC Event Pianist

Our pianist Richard plays a wedding cocktail hour at the Manhattan Penthouse on Fifth Avenue in March 2025. Solo piano suits cocktail hour because guests can talk while the music sets the mood. Richard plays classical, jazz and popular songs, and takes requests. A pianist can also play the ceremony, then move to the cocktail room as guests arrive. Explore our live music for weddings and events.

Pianist Cocktail Hour

Our pianist Marc plays How High the Moon at a wedding cocktail hour at the Harold Pratt House in New York City. Jazz piano gives cocktail hour an elegant feel while guests mingle. Marc has also appeared on a popular HBO series. A pianist with a jazz background can take requests and play the standards guests love, from Gershwin to Sinatra. Explore our live music for wedding ceremonies and cocktail hours.

Guitarist-Vocalist

One of our guitarist-vocalists performs at a wedding at a Fifth Avenue loft in New York City in 2024. A solo singer with a guitar is a warm choice for a ceremony or cocktail hour, and works in rooms of almost any size. We can suggest songs or learn a special request. No large sound system is needed, so it fits small rooms and outdoor spaces. Explore our live musicians.

Jazz Guitarist

Our guitarist Nels plays a cocktail hour at a dinner party at PJ Clarke’s in New York City in 2024. Jazz guitar sets a relaxed mood and stays at the right volume for conversation. It is a great fit for dinners, cocktail hours and corporate receptions. A solo guitarist needs very little space and can play indoors or out. See all of our live music options.

Piano Wedding Melody

Our pianist Richard plays a medley of popular wedding songs, both classical and modern. Solo piano suits a ceremony, a cocktail hour or a dinner, and a medley like this shows how one player can cover many styles. Richard can learn a special song for your day. Couples often use a medley like this for the processional or the cocktail hour. Explore our live music for weddings.

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