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Whether you're planning a wedding ceremony, reception dance, company party, or hiring live background entertainment for an anniversary or birthday celebration, Diane Martinson Music, Inc. (Minneapolis, MN) provides live music services to embellish your special occasion. Book Live music packages from ceremony to reception directly with Diane Martinson - No agency fees. Click on the piano keyboard above for more specific music planning information.

Diane's music Options:Book a Wedding ceremony- Singer (Diane), pianist (or portable keyboardist), classical string trio, Wedding Reception - Diane Martinson Jazz & Swing Dance Band, and Elevation Variety Dance Band.

Wedding Ceremony Music: Vocalist, Voice and Piano, (with string trio, harp etc.) Ceremony Music and Cocktail Hour Music: Voice and Piano Duo or Trio. Wedding Ceremony Music and Dance Band: Select musicians. Ceremony Music, Cocktail Hour and Dinner Music: Vocalist and Pianist and select musicians. Ceremony Music, Cocktail Hour / Dinner Music, and Dance Band: Select musicians. *Portable piano keyboard and sound system PA available.

Company Receptions & Private Parties - dinner music Jazz Duo or trio, jazz swing band combos for background music at a cocktail party / dinner, and Elevation Swing & Variety Dance Band for Corporate or private party entertainment. Live Music for gala dinners, fund raisers, awards dinners and all manner of receptions. Elevation Variety Band plays the perfect all ages variety dance band music for a terrific multi generational party.
Seasonal Music- wonderful Christmas jazz and winter holiday background music, and The Caroling Company - costumed Christmas carolers.

Cocktail Hour: Background music Piano / Vocal Duo (or Trio etc.) Cocktail Hour and Dinner Music: Vocalist, Pianist and select musicians. Cocktail Hour / Dinner Music, and Dance Band: Select musicians. *Portable piano keyboard and sound system PA available.

Acclaimed vocalist / band leader Diane Martinson, brings twenty years of professional experience performing music and coordinating live musicians for weddings, corporate events, and private parties to her entertainment company. Diane Martinson Music, excels in prompt communication, one stop live music options, personal attention, affordable rates, and providing top quality event musicians.

Our clients say it best -

"Diane, we are SO happy with our choice of music. Everyone has been talking about both our ceremony music and Elevation band. I have handed over your name to a lot of people. You sang our special requests so well, thanks to the band for working up those arrangements. Everyone was impressed, many thanks" — Bonita R. & Michael J. - bride and groom

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"Diane, Shane and I want to thank you and your jazz quartet for your wonderful performance at our wedding reception at Bearpath on May 25th. Everyone commented on how they enjoyed the music, and we thought it was perfect! It is exactly how I envisioned the evening. Thanks again for making it so fabulous." — Valerie & Shane

"Diane, all of the music has been wonderful, and your voice, amazing! You are an absolute joy to listen to. Thank you for sharing your talent and bringing these wonderful musicians with you." — Elizabeth R.- mother of the bride

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"Diane, our sincere thanks to you for the part you played in making our company celebration such a success! Please tell your band what a great job they did, and how pleased we all were." — Matt & Nancy L. founders/ Dr. Organics

"Diane, Your jazz combo and Elevation Variety Band entertained our guests at my daughter's recent wedding reception. You were wonderful! The variety and quality of the live music played was outstanding and we received many positive comments about the band. Everyone enjoyed listening and many enjoyed dancing throughout the evening. Your enthusiasm and love of your craft was infectious. What a great evening of live music! I would heartily recommend your Elevation group to anyone looking for a professional, talented and fun band! Thanks so much" — Mary Jo Allen

"Dear Diane, Your musicians totally made our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour the wonderful event we hoped for! Thank you for your guidance, the music was absolutely stunning! Thank you for the wonderful service you provide" — Kathryn & Mike Peters

"Hi Diane! - We're back from our honeymoon and just wanted to extend a big Thank You to you and your group of musicians from our wedding. Everyone was so professional and the music was beyond our expectations. Every one of the musicians was absolutely wonderful. We had such a great time. Thank you so much for helping to make our wedding a memorable moment. You are certainly welcome to use us as a reference. Best wishes" — Kari & Jason Lund

"Dear Diane Martinson Music, Thank you so much for your musical services at our reception. We were so pleased to have you singing along with your jazz combo. We appreciated you so very much! With gratitude." — Tamara & Ken Leppla

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"Dear Diane, We want to thank you again for sharing your extraordinary talent and beautiful voice on our wedding day! The selections during the service enriched the ceremony and made it complete. And wow!! The band was truly magnificent - you had all of our guests up on their dancing feet. Nobody wanted the night to end because of your great music and the wonderful atmosphere you created. We have received countless compliments on your performance. Our heartfelt thanks again for your very professional service and tremendous voice. Please extend our thanks to J.J. and the band. Sincerely —Tufia & Kevin

Contact Diane Martinson- wedding and event music planner, ... I'd love to help you with planning a personalized wedding ceremony and reception that reflects your vision of a fantastic celebration.

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Diane Martinson Music Inc. / Minnesota Reception Music - Summary:

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Portable piano keyboard, and sound systems provided. Diane Martinson bands offer a solo pianist for the cocktail hour, and play recorded music during breaks for continuous music. Diane Martinson Jazz Swing Band or Variety Band for dancing and live Jazz background music. Available as The Martinson Jazz Band- Duo, Trio, Quartet, Jazz Swing Quintet & 6-piece band.

Diane Martinson (singer /director) performs as wedding vocalist with your organist, or her accompanying pianist and musicians. Diane offers music for Minnesota traditional weddings, Non-denominational civil unions, Commitment Ceremony, Encore weddings, and blended family celebrations. A free ceremony music planning consultation is included, to preview many different styles of wedding songs to choose from, and even one of a kind custom music arrangements of your special requested songs are available from Diane and arranger /pianist J.J. Saecker. There are also a few ceremony songs available on CD, you can also buy sheet music of her Apache Wedding Blessing song for singers, piano, and string trio or quartet. Listen to ceremony music samples

Wedding Ceremony / Cocktail hour packages - Get the most value from your wedding musicians:
Diane and J.J. often perform the music for wedding ceremony and cocktail /dinner receptions. In order to maximize the music value, consider having the ceremony musicians stay on to play during the cocktail hour, keeping that jubilant feeling flowing from the ceremony through the receiving line, and into the cocktail dinner reception. Package discounts available.

Diane will guide you in selecting the best music to highlight your special wedding day.

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Entertainment- Minneapolis & St Paul Live Music for a fund raiser, Company party, Charity Ball and Galas, Award night, Corporate celebration, Silent Auction, in house Office party, and city park music concert performance, special event bands and background musicians for parties

Vocalist and director, Diane Martinson, brings over twenty years of professional experience singing and coordinating wonderful music for corporate events and reception parties to her entertainment company. She has guided hundreds of clients in planning memorable music throughout their special celebration. Diane is connected to some of the best players in town, she supplies businesses with exceptional live music for corporate parties creating the perfect ambience for remarkable events. In addition to her outstanding singing, fronting her bands, her vast knowledge of event music preparation, music training, theater arts experience, and the knowledge of the intricacies of coordinating reception party music makes Diane an excellent choice for your live music provider. She is hands on from the first inquiry to the contracting, planning, band set up, performances, and tear down afterward.

Diane excels at helping clients select the best music, with the best value, to enhance their unique special event. Diane Martinson delivers exceptional live music that guests will rave about. 952-920-3064

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Options include: Ceremony vocalist wedding soloist with your organist, or with Diane's pianist and wedding musicians offering custom music arrangements, pianist, string trio / quartet, harp or combined ensembles. Reception dance music with Diane Martinson Jazz Swing band combos, or Diane Martinson Jazz Duo / background music for cocktail hour, dinner and parties , and Variety dance band music including jazz, swing, rhythm and blues, big band hits, 70's disco, 60's Motown, rock, and pop with Elevation Swing and Variety Band.
Christmas music with the Martinson jazz Holiday combos or The Caroling Company- Christmas carolers All musicians offer portable equipment and sound systems.

Diane Martinson Music will enrich your special day with live music provided by exceptional talent.

Let Diane ease your wedding and event planning by carefully coordinating the live musical aspects that will heighten your celebration.

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Background

Diane Martinson studied Theater and several styles of vocal music at the University of Minnesota, and was awarded a scholarship to study Musical Theater and vocal jazz at the MacPhail Center for the Arts. She has been featured in many national theater and music productions. Local productions include shows with the Northstar Opera Company, Minnesota Musical Theater Workshop, the State Theater, Opera Cabaret, the Dale Warland Symphonic Choir, and tours in musical productions with Troupe America Inc.

Diane Martinson is a professional singer and music event planner for weddings and special events in Minneapolis. She adeptly coordinates a company of talented wedding ceremony and reception event musicians in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding Twin Cities areas in Minnesota. Diane Martinson Music, Inc. has been added to the prestigious Angie's List, a referral network that recognizes trustworthy companies that perform high quality work. She is director, vocalist, and ceremony music specialist for her business providing Minnesota wedding music, corporate entertainment, and Christmas holiday music groups with Jazz, Swing, Variety reception bands and Classical musicians.

Along with performing, Diane enjoys writing and arranging music with her partner J.J. Saecker, and is a member of the national ASCAP writers organization. She co-wrote the original music for The Apache Wedding Blessing Song , Wedding Day Anthem (This Day), and other vocal and instrumental songs for weddings and holidays. Select sheet music for accompanying instruments is offered online. She is also a soloist for several area churches. Diane is a wonderful performer and helpful resource for coordinating live music for a variety of occassions.

Diane is the lead jazz vocalist with the Martinson Jazz Band combos, a favorite Minneapolis / Twin Cities jazz and swing band since 1995, which also offers Jazz duos, instrumental trios, and quartet to 6 piece bands for both wedding reception background music at cocktail hours, dinners, and dance receptions for corporate events. Diane is one of several outstanding lead singers featured in Elevation Variety Band, a Swing and Variety dance band for weddings and special events. She is the director of The Caroling Company victorian costumed Christmas carolers. She was a featured company member of the annual Chelsea Hotel concert: A Tribute To Leonard Cohen's music at First Avenue, & the Fine Line club and has returned annually to First Avenue night club to sing the role of Mary Magdalene in the popular concert production of J.C. Superstar (music of Jesus Christ Superstar).

She has a CD single out from the Cohen show, three wedding ceremony solos on CD, and original music to the Apache Wedding Blessing song and Wedding Day Anthem (This Day) available as Mp3

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Diane Martinson Wedding Music Ceremony Vocalist. Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Minneapolis, St. Paul Wedding Vocalist / Ceremony Music Specialist for the Twin Cities

Diane Martinson's music options: Book Diane as singer for an uplifting wedding ceremony - Vocalist and piano accompanist, Vocalist & classical string trio / quartet, Vocalist and Harp or other instrumentalists- Portable sound equipment available for an outdoor ceremony.

Music is said to be the universal language of love, it heightens the emotions and adds romance to your celebration. Meaningful Vocal music is the difference between having a nice wedding, or an unforgettable wedding ceremony. An outstanding vocalist always heightens the romantic ambience in the ceremony, and is a wonderful gift to share with your guests.

"People will always love the classics like Ave Maria as a part of their ceremony vocal music because they are timeless and elegant songs. Many couples also want modern songs because they hold special meaning, and would enhance the ceremony experience for them. I am happy to provide both options at Diane Martinson Music, Inc. My goal is to provide sensational music that reflects the couple's unique style, loving commitment and evokes a deep emotional connection for the bride, groom and their guests."

Diane Martinson (singer /director) offers Minnesota Wedding Music Planning - many styles of wedding music to choose from, a free ceremony music consultation to plan wedding music, listen to her songs & select the vocal and instrumental music. Special request wedding songs are welcome, she can write new one of a kind music transcriptions of your favorite song. Destination weddings can also buy select wedding songs on CD, Mp3 and sheet music of the Apache Wedding Blessing song for vocalist, string quartet, piano and guitar.
Diane will guide you in selecting the best music to highlight your unique wedding.

"Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart"- Pablo Casals

Diane Martinson has many years of experience coordinating musicians and singing beautiful wedding music. She's a gifted vocal soloist performing with impressive musicianship, outstanding emotional depth and versatility. Her company Diane Martinson Music,Inc. is highly recommended by area wedding planners as an excellent resource for coordinating wedding ceremony musicians, including all styles of vocal ceremony music.

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What does Diane Martinson Music offer clients looking for wedding music?

In Diane, you get a full time professional singer And a wedding music planner.
For over 20 years, Diane has helped couples plan and arrange music that is personal, unique, and complements their wedding ceremony. She is very interested in your ideas and open to special requests songs.

Diane guides you through what's required in the ceremony, and offers many wonderful song choices to ensure you will be excited and completely happy with your music. Diane can recommend, and co-ordinate other musicians for your wedding ceremony. Her fully inclusive services include:

  • Singing on wedding day with your organist or her pianist - Arranging what's needed for musicians at your location
  • Guaranteed personal attention in planning music for the ceremony
  • In-depth consultation to choose the vocal and instrumental music for the ceremony -offering a variety of styles and custom arrangements of special request songs
  • Ongoing support and advice leading up to, and on the wedding day
  • Coordinating additional ceremony musicians and special musical arrangements
  • Providing information, options and management for live music during the reception

A complimentary meeting to plan and preview your ceremony music is provided. Planning the music for your wedding is easy; just select any individual service or a combination.

  • Vocal Soloist - Popular, Sacred, and Classical wedding music style solos (duets too)
  • Piano Accompanist - available for Diane's vocal selections, prelude, processionals & recessionals
  • Portable piano keyboard and vocalist sound system allows us to perform at outdoor locations.
  • String Trio, Harp and other wedding musicians - available to accompany Diane's singing, and provide all the ceremony music.
Wedding Singer - Diane Martinson with Pianist - J.J. Saecker

Diane will learn special requests, or you may choose a song from her Repertoire|Wedding Song List. Diane is well known for her outstanding personal music planning service. She is dedicated to providing music that enhances your ceremony, and makes the planning of it a wonderful experience.

Diane also offers select wedding solo's on CD, Mp3 and wedding sheet music for The Apache Wedding Blessing Song and Wedding Day Anthem (This Day). Visit her recordings page for more information and music samples

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Diane wedding ceremony music thank you letter "Dear Diane,
Thank you for providing such beautiful music at our wedding. You helped make it a very memorable day for us and our families. Kind regards"
—Shaun & Jessica

Recommendation:
"Diane is the finest singer I have ever worked with! She has a beautiful voice, is very expressive, and is completely comfortable and experienced at singing at weddings and other events. Her music adds tremendously to any event she works at, transforming a room into something magical. I've worked with many, many singers, but I've never met anyone as classy and as talented as Diane. I have worked with her at over a dozen weddings and recommend her services wholeheartedly. Note that she also has a band that performs at weddings"
— Rev. Tomkin Coleman —MN Wedding Officiant



Diane Martinson Music, Inc. Vocalist and Bands for Special Events

The Diane Martinson Jazz & Swing Bands

Jazz Band Minneapolis / St Paul MN

The Martinson Jazz / Swing Band Combos; Available in 2 to 6 piece combos; bands with fantastic vocalist Diane Martinson, small instrumental groups for dinner music. Twin Cities upscale jazz / swing band for cocktail, dinner, wedding reception music, corporate party entertainment or private party live music. Playing the hits of Sinatra, Fitzgerald, Bennett, Clooney etc. Serving Minneapolis, Saint  Paul Minnesota.

Diane Martinson Jazz Swing Combo - 6-piece swing band, Minneapolis Providing Top Entertainment since 1995

Diane Martinson Jazz/Swing Quartet including Vocalist
Diane Martinson Jazz/Swing Quartet including Vocalist

Cocktail / Dinner Music    Reception Dances    Corporate Events    Holiday Parties

Whether musicians perform background music during the cocktail hour / dinner or are the featured band at the reception dance, their live music infuses the room with vibrant energy.

Martinson Jazz Combo - 6-piece swing band
swing band with portable piano keyboard and sound PA

The Diane Martinson Jazz & Swing bands ensures that your wedding reception or corporate party feels festive. Our experienced musicians are always mindful of the appropriate volume, therefore guests can socialize and carry on plenty of conversations while they enjoy listening and dancing to the music. This band has loads of experience from entertaining at a variety of successful special events since 1995. See our references and quotes page for rave reviews and testimonials. We'll enhance your important event with festive music creating a most memorable celebration!

The Martinson Jazz Swing Band Combos perform familiar jazz, 40's big band, and swing ballroom favorites made popular by such artists as Frank Sinatra, Benny Goodman, Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett, Harry Connick Jr., and Rosemary Clooney as well as Latin music and some Rhythm & Blues. Entertainment is available in various small or medium band sizes and price ranges from - solo pianist, duos, small groups trio to the six piece dance combo. Jazz Swing Band instruments- piano, bass, drums, vocalist, guitar and saxophone.

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Our portable keyboard and sound system allows us to play at any location

Diane Martinson Jazz Combo - 7-piece band
Diane Martinson swing band with portable piano keyboard and sound PA

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Elevation Swing & Variety Band

Elevation Swing and Variety Band for Minneapolis Minnesota area Wedding Receptions and Corporate Events

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  • Minnesota Wedding Receptions and Parties
  • Corporate Events
  • Dance Music

Elevation lifts your spirits higher with Swing, Jazz, R & B, Rock, Big Band, Ballroom, 60's Motown, 70's, 80's and Pop music. From dinner hour listening music to midnight hour dance floor beats, all with style and flair.

  • Available as 8-piece band, 7-piece band, or 6-piece band (without sax and trumpet)
  • Our smaller 3-4 piece combo can provide your dinner music, then we can add in the full band to energize your dance reception - The perfect wedding band!
  • Select your favorite songs from a great variety of dance music or listening music for parties. There's something for everyone.
  • Tuxes, Suits, or casual party attire.
  • We welcome special requests from all styles of music!

Elevation Swing and Variety Band
Twin Cities' Elevation Swing and Variety Band

The Elevation 8-piece band includes: Piano Keyboard, Bass, Drums, Guitar, Male & Female Lead Vocalists( & backing vocalists), Saxophone, and Trumpet

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The Diane Martinson Jazz Duo

Diane Martinson vocal / piano duo

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We provide the background music that will enhance your party, wedding cocktail hour /dinner, or corporate special occasion. The Martinson piano/vocal duo performs classy Jazz & Swing favorites to Broadway to popular music. All songs from the Diane Martinson Jazz Combo list are available.

The cocktail hour/ dinnertime jazz Duo is an affordable way to add elegant live music to your reception without the cost of the full band. The trend has been to have Diane's Jazz duo add the special treat of live music early in the wedding reception before a DJ takes over for the dance portion.

Wonderful cocktail hour and dinner music song list for wedding receptions, corporate events, anniversary parties, and holiday gatherings.
Also available with light drums or guitar for a Trio including vocalist. For music samples visit the Martinson Jazz Duo page

Our portable keyboard and sound system allow us to perform at indoor and outdoor locations.


Christmas & Holiday Party Music

Add the sparkle of festive music to your next seasonal event! Enjoy holiday and jazz standards for background music with our small jazz combo, vocal / piano duo, or seasonal music with the Caroling Company. Our portable keyboard and sound system allow us to play in any location.

The Martinson Jazz Combo has entertained at a variety of occasions in the Twin Cities area since 1995. We provide a vibrant musical backdrop for your holiday gathering.

  • Christmas party social hour and dinner music
  • Holiday corporate entertainment
  • New Years Eve cocktail parties and dances

Available as 2-6 piece holiday groups

The Caroling Company

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Add the seasonal sounds of Christmas carolers to your holiday party with The Caroling Company For music samples and more info, visit our Caroling Company web page


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Diane Martinson Music, Inc. serving Minnesota Locations:

Among other cities, Diane Martinson Live Music - Edina, serves the following Minnesota city areas: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Afton, Apple Valley, Andover, Anoka, Arden Hills, Blaine, Bloomington, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Buffalo, Buffalo Lake, Burnsville, Cannon Falls, Cambridge, Carver, Castle Rock, Cedar, Center City, Centerville, Champlin, Chanhassen, Chaska, Chisago City, Circle Pines, Clear Lake, Columbia Heights, Coon Rapids, Cottage Grove, Crystal, Deep Haven, Eagan, East Bethel, Eden Prairie, Edina, Excelsior, Fridley, Golden Valley, Hastings, Hopkins, Howard Lake, Inver Grove Heights, Lake Elmo, Lakeville, Lino Lakes, Long Lake, Loretto, Maple Grove, Maple Plain, Mankato, Mendota Heights, Medina, Milaca, Minnetonka, Monticello, Moundsview, New Hope, North Oaks, Norwood, Oakdale, Osseo, Plymouth, Prior Lake, Red Wing, Richfield, Robbinsdale, Rochester, Rosemount, Roseville, Savage, Shakopee, St. Louis Park, St. Paul, Stacy, Stillwater, Vadnais Heights, Wayzata, White Bear Lake, Woodbury, Young America Among other cities, Diane Martinson Event Musicians serves the following Wisconsin areas: Dresser, Hudson, Osceola, Prescott, River Falls, Somerset Among other counties Diane Martinson Music, Inc. provides Minnesota live wedding and reception music for Hennepin County, Dakota county, Ramsey County, Anoka County, Carver County, Sherburne County, Washington County, Wright County, Chisago County, Scott County, Goodhue County, Mcleod County, Isanti County, Rice county, Meeker County, Minnesota, and in Wisconsin St. Croix County, Pierce County

I am extremely proud that a large number of people come to Diane Martinson Music, Inc. because of a previous client's recommendation. It means a lot to me and my musicians. - Diane Martinson

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