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Bar & Bat Mitzvah DJs 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.

See how a day party can work too, at a bat mitzvah at the East Side Marriott with karaoke and sports games for the kids.

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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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Teri B.

Manhattan, NY

Expressway Music is the best! At a recent bar mitzvah party I attended — DJ Dieter kept the kids entertained with a variety of cleaver interactive games, while at the same time mixing great music for the adults to dance to. Its a definite art — mixing music and keeping the kids happy — and Dieter ran a great party. Thanks for a wonderful and fun evening!

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Pamela K.

Bronx, NY

DJ Dieter was the DJ for our daughter’s Bat Mitzvah on Oct 20th. The party was great and Dieter did an amazing job. We were so impressed. We met a few times before the party to make plans and I had to laugh, because I couldn’t believe how easy he made it and took so much stress away from the planning. My daughter sent him songs she wanted and he worked with her on themes of quiz questions (e.g., Avengers, etc) for kids. We told Dan the songs we wanted for each of the candles for the candlelighting and, I don’t know how these things work, but it all magically happened exactly the way we wanted. The kids and adults had a great time and I think the music and the loudness were perfect for kids to have fun and grownups to talk. The dancer was great. Everybody had a blast with the photographs and Charissa, in the office at DJ Expressway, was amazing in helping us with the montage. We were delighted as were our guests.

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Cindy and Matt

Dear David and Daniel, This email is at least 24 hours overdue, but we were almost as wiped out yesterday as we were when we got home from the party Saturday evening, and this is the first time since Saturday that I feel as though my brain is functioning sufficiently well to send you this email. We are all so incredibly grateful for the job you two, and the motivators did in making the party SO MUCH FUN. We have been inundated with calls and emails since Saturday night telling us how super everything was, and you were signaled out all the time for special mention. Everything you did was right, from the tone Daniel set with the kids and the way you interacted with them, to Jesse’s music and the way he invited guests (including, it seemed, the entire boy contingent) to play with him, to David’s terrific mix of music, with current stuff blended in totally with older favorites. The hora was the right length and in the right spot, the trivia was well done. Mostly, though, thank you for how lovely you were with our daughters. Samantha and Charlotte, who, as I think you figured out, are very different, both enjoyed their time with you and felt incredibly comfortable with you. That’s a pretty significant fact for us. They both had such a good time, as did all of their friends and all of us, and we know that this is in large part due to your work and skill and the simply terrific job you did. We will miss being in touch with you, but Charlotte’s bat mitzvah will be here before we know it!! Thanks again, we really are so grateful.

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Karen, Elliot and Alexis Lerner

Dear David and the Whole Team at Expressway Music. Our family was so lucky to have you coordinate all of the entertainment for Lexi’s Bat Mitzvah weekend. You pulled off two very different parties, with a hugely successful Bat Mitzvah luncheon on Saturday in a hotel ballroom and then an all-out fun restaurant dinner celebration on Sunday night. Every moment working with all of you has been pitch-perfect from our very first meeting. Benjamin the magician totally “wowed” the cocktail crowd, so they knew it was going to be an extraordinary night right from moment one. What a doll! Your dancers were extraordinarily professional- they got to know the Bat Mitzvah girl’s friends as well as the adult guests without ever being intrusive. I could write a whole note just complimenting them. Sergio played such great music that I danced with the kids awhile and they were all exclaiming that it was “the best Bat Mitzvah they had ever gone to”. I wish I could go clubbing with him every weekend! Out front with you the karaoke was a blast and my friends and family could not stop laughing, dancing, hugging, talking, taking photos. I know I was really specific about the music and you exceeded every expectation in every single regard. I am so glad that we have a video memory of the event AND photos, seeing it on the plasma screen TVs while it was all happening made it seem like we were at a really fun rock concert! Plus we got to go home with photos from your super-fun photo booth! so even while we wait for our stills, we already have the most hysterical photos- Lexi took so many with her friends and today they are already hanging up in her locker at school! And finally Daniel, was a treasure! He is the best friend that everyone must have at an event, exactly and totally there when you need him and just unobtrusive when you don’t. He has a personality that people just want to be around him and hang out with him, while at the same time he is smoothly moving everything along. The kids were raving about the trivia, all with questions about the Bat Mitzvah girl! He was an absolute delight to work with. I think the trick is that Expressway offers professional, truly nice people and together you are all totally focused on making every second of the party into a really magical time. We are getting non-stop calls and e-mails, everyone agrees it was just the most fabulous two days! Thank you for ensuring that the most important weekend for our family had the absolute greatest memories that we could ever ask for.

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Recent Mitzvah Highlights

Thriller Bat Mitzvah

Expressway Music dynamic MC Daniel leads Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” at Stella’s Bat Mitzvah 2026

2026 spectacular Bar Mitzvah nyc

A full Expressway Music team covered this Bar Mitzvah at Slate in New York City. DJ Swirsky played the party, MC Daniel ran the room, and two of our dancers kept guests moving. There was an AI baseball card photo booth, an open air booth, and our own photographer and videographer. See how we put a celebration like this together on our Bar and Bat Mitzvah page.

Bat Mitzvah Chair lift during Hora at Jalsa Brooklyn

The chair lift is the high point of the Hora, and here DJ and MC Sabrina leads it at a Bat Mitzvah at Jalsa in Brooklyn. A good MC calls the family onto the floor, keeps the circle moving, and times the lift so everyone gets the photo. Sabrina plays weddings and corporate events too. Read about our Bat Mitzvah DJ and MC service.

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Red hat on the River event celebration

Kids sang and danced to Fireball by Pitbull during karaoke at this Bat Mitzvah at Red Hat on the River in Irvington, NY, with DJ Dave Swirsky cheering them on. Karaoke gives kids a turn at the mic between dance sets, and the whole group usually joins in. Our team also ran the MC role and a photo booth here. Read more about our Bat and Bar Mitzvah entertainment.

Mom and daughter karaoke duet at Bat Mitzvah to Mamma Mia

A mother and daughter duet on the ABBA classic Mamma Mia was one of the sweetest moments of this winter Bat Mitzvah at Red Hat on the River in Irvington. The night mixed dancing, games and karaoke, with DJ Dave Swirsky and MC Daniel keeping it moving. Family duets like this happen when karaoke is part of the plan. See our Bat Mitzvah DJ options.

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Red Hot on the River hosts amazing Bat Mitzvah with Expressway Music and Events

It was zero degrees outside, but inside Red Hat on the River in Irvington the dance floor was packed. Here MC Daniel leads the kids through Cotton Eye Joe at a Bat Mitzvah where DJ Dave Swirsky played and our open air photo booth ran all night. Line dances give everyone something to do together. Find out how we plan Bar and Bat Mitzvah parties.

Bat Mitzvah Dad reviews Party

Right after this Bat Mitzvah at Split Rock in Pelham Bay, the dad stopped to tell us what he thought of DJ Dave and MC Daniel. Parents see the whole night, from the first dance to the last song, so their feedback is the review that matters most to us. Hear more about how we run Bar and Bat Mitzvah celebrations.

Expressway Music Dancer and Emcee

MC Daniel and one of our dancers keep the dance floor full at a Bat Mitzvah on the Moxy Hotel rooftop in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, in May 2025, with DJ Dave on the music. An MC and dancer working together can lead games, teach steps and keep guests moving between songs. See how our Bar and Bat Mitzvah dancers help.

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

Right after her daughter’s Bat Mitzvah on the Moxy Hotel rooftop in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, a mom tells DJ Dave what she thought. Our team for the night was DJ Dave, MC Daniel and a dancer. Feedback from parents in the moment is honest and it is the review we value most. See what goes into our Bar and Bat Mitzvah packages.

Bar Mitzvah boy and Mom review Party

The Bar Mitzvah boy, his brother and their mom tell DJ Dave and MC Daniel how the party went at the Golden Unicorn in Chinatown, NYC, in May 2025. We had dancers on the floor that night as well. A happy family at the end of the night is what we work toward. Learn more about our Bar Mitzvah DJs.

MC leads line dance to Nokia by Drake

MC Daniel leads a line dance to Nokia by Drake at a Bat Mitzvah at Split Rock in Pelham Bay in April 2025. New line dances catch on fast with kids, and an MC who learns them keeps the party current. Daniel teaches the steps from the floor so everyone can follow. See our Bar and Bat Mitzvah dancers and MCs.

emcee Daniel at Mitzvah

MC Daniel leads Cotton eye joe and Macarana

MC Daniel leads the kids through Cotton Eye Joe and straight into the Macarena at a Bat Mitzvah at Split Rock in Pelham Bay. Linking two classics keeps the floor full and gives every age something they know. Daniel is one of our most requested emcees. Read about how we run the dance floor at Bar and Bat Mitzvahs.

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Happy Bat Mitzvah Mom

A Bat Mitzvah mom, with her daughter beside her, tells DJ Dave how great the party was, moments after it ended at Split Rock in Pelham Bay, Bronx, in April 2025. DJ Dave and MC Daniel ran the night. We ask for feedback on the spot because that is when it is most honest. See how we approach every Bat Mitzvah DJ booking.

Bat Mitzvah Karaoke

Don’t Stop Believin’ by Journey was the last song of this Bat Mitzvah at The Ribbon on West 72nd Street in March 2025, with guests singing it together. A big singalong is a great way to end the night. We often plan the final song with the family so it means something. Read about our Bar and Bat Mitzvah entertainment.

Mitzvah MC and Dancers

MC Daniel and our dancers lead the floor at a Bat Mitzvah at Greenpoint Loft in Brooklyn in 2024. Dancers teach the steps and bring guests in, while the MC keeps the energy and the timeline on track. We serve Mitzvahs across NYC and Westchester. The team works from one timeline, so the Hora, games and speeches land on time. See how our Bar and Bat Mitzvah dancers fit in.

Bar Mitzvah in Brooklyn NY

DJ and MC Dieter runs a bouncing ball race at a Bar Mitzvah at Urbane in Brooklyn in 2025. Dieter is a game wizard, which was perfect for a party full of energetic boys. Games like this give kids a break from dancing and keep them on the floor. Dieter keeps a list of games that work for every age and group size. Learn more about our Bar Mitzvah DJs.

Bowlero Times Square Bat Mitzvah

DJ Dave, MC Daniel and our team get the dancing going right after the Hora at a Bat Mitzvah at Bowlero in Times Square in 2023. The moment after the Hora is when the party really starts, so we plan the next songs to keep the energy high. Our dancers lead the way so guests join without a second thought. See how our Bar and Bat Mitzvah dancers help.

Glass Houses Bat Mitzvah

The family and friends get down to Unwritten at a Bat Mitzvah at Glass Houses in New York City in 2024. DJ Dave Swirsky, MC Daniel and five dancers kept all 180 guests dancing, and we also supplied lighting, a photo booth and an LED dance stage. Find out how we plan a full Bar and Bat Mitzvah party.

Jump in the Line

Guests of all ages join in Jump in the Line at a Bat Mitzvah at Roulette in Brooklyn in 2024. DJ Dave Swirsky kept the whole party up for four hours, with trivia for prizes, a limbo and a hula hoop contest along the way. Most of the night was singing and dancing, with only a short break for food, and nearly every guest joined in. See our Bat Mitzvah DJ service.

Bat Mitzvah at City Winery

The Bat Mitzvah girl’s friends sing Shallow by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper as the big finale of her party at City Winery in New York City in February 2025. A planned final song gives the night a special ending. We help families pick songs for the key moments. Learn more about our Bar and Bat Mitzvah entertainment.

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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

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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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Weddings

Experience your dream wedding with our DJ services.

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Karaoke DJ Parties

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

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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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Photo Booths

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

Professional event photography and videography by Expressway Music

Photography & Videography

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

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Lighting

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

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Audio and Video Equipment Rentals

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

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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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