Located at:
53 W 36th Street, Suite 605
New York, NY 10018

73 Somerset Avenue
Hicksville, NY 11801
For inquiries:
info@genesiseventsnyc.com
(516) 233-2337
Live Musicians

DJ + Live Band Hybrid for New York & Long Island Weddings

An open-format DJ with live saxophone, percussion and more performing over the set — the range of a DJ, the energy of a band.

DJ Saxophone Percussion Band Curating since 2008
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The Pairing

Why the best dance floors are both

A DJ can play any song your guests could ask for, in any order, and read the room as it changes. A live band brings a presence no track has. The DJ-and-sax pairing is how Genesis gives you both: an open-format set with a saxophonist — and often a percussionist — performing live on top of it.

The result is a dance floor that feels like a concert without the limits of a set list: the hook of a song played live as the room sings it, a percussion break that lifts the floor, then straight back into the mix.

How It Works

One set, layered live

Each element is planned with you and rehearsed as a unit.

Open-Format DJ

The foundation — every era, genre and culture, mixed to your crowd in real time.

Live Saxophone

Melodies and solos over the mix, on the songs that matter most.

Percussion

Congas and timbales locked to the DJ for the peak of the night.

MC & Timeline

A host — bilingual if you need one — keeps every moment on cue.

The Experience

Rehearsed like a show, run like a wedding

Your DJ and musicians work from one plan: the entrance, the first dance, the songs you want played live, the moment the floor should peak. They rehearse those cues together, share one sound system tuned to your room, and follow one timeline with your MC.

On the night, it feels effortless — because everything that could be planned already was.

See our work
DJ + Live Band The Eagles at Ravel with DJ Iconikk
Band & Lighting Full band production, Long Island City
DJ + MC DJ G2 — live performance
2008
Curating Weddings Since
173
Google Reviews
6×
The Knot Best of Weddings
6
Languages of MC Fluency
Planning & Investment

What DJ + live sax costs

The pairing is priced as your DJ package plus the musicians you add — a saxophonist for the reception, percussion alongside, or both from cocktail hour onward. Sound, coordination and rehearsal are included.

Tell us your date, guest count and how you want the night to feel, and we will put together a tailored quote.

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Awards & Honors

Our Team's Accomplishments

Our clients rave about our seamless, immersive experiences—crafted with precision, creativity, and a deep understanding of audience engagement. Through innovative design and intuitive interactions, we transform visions into unforgettable moments.

6× The Knot Best of Weddings
7× WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award
4.9★ 173 Google Reviews
4.9 ★★★★★ 173 Google reviews · What couples say on Google
Gianna Barraco
4 months ago
★★★★★

04.25.2026 we had our wedding at Bayview. Unico did an absolute amazing job. He exceeded my expectations in so many different ways. I had very precise instructions on how I wanted dinner to go (rnb sing a long style) and instead of delivering just that, he had everyone up dancing to the rnb play list. When I tell you, I was in complete shock at how someone can read the room so perfectly. He truly is one of a kind. Thank you for putting him on for my wedding. He will be highly requested for any event moving forward.

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Karina Hezarkhani
3 months ago
★★★★★

Genesis took our wedding to the absolute next level - they managed music throughout the night, ranging from a string quartet at ceremony to a jazz trio at cocktail hour to percussion / DJ (Raz) / MC at reception. Damian and Angelina at Genesis totally understood our lofty assignment of a tri-cultural wedding with Persian, Indian, American music. They gave extra prep to the ethnic musics ahead of time, reviewing our song lists and listening/prepping sets. Angelina helped us design our custom DJ booth to match the room. Huge thanks to Damian for bringing our wedding to life. We got so much positive feedback from guests and the dance floor was packed the entire night!

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Angelina Angelotti
7 months ago
★★★★★

We had an incredible experience with Genesis Events from start to finish. They were the preferred vendor for our venue, and I can see why! We initially met with Dario who gave us our proposal and all the information we needed to make a decision. The meeting with him was so thorough! Throughout the planning, Angelina (name twins!!) was our contact, and she was great! She helped finalize all the little details during our final meeting (which was great because I am so indecisive) and came up with such a pretty design for our Photo Booth! The night of the wedding was amazing. Fabio was our MC and DJ Raz was our DJ. They were both fantastic! Fabio was fun and kept the energy up for all of our guests. He did a great job getting everyone up and dancing for the Tarantella! Before the guests came into the reception room, he quickly went over all the details with us to make sure everything went smoothly. The music provided by DJ Raz was great! We danced so much, our dance floor was never empty, right through to the final song of the night. He played all of our "must haves" and quite a few of our "inspo" list, and some that I didn't even think of but were perfect for our crowd of guests! Truly a wonderful experience with Genesis Events, thank you so much!!

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Lauren Menache
2 years ago
★★★★★

Genesis events did such an amazing job on our wedding on 8/24/23!! Damian, the dj, and the violinist were all so awesome and we've gotten a ton of compliments from guests telling us it was the most fun they have ever had at a wedding, and genesis events was definitely a huge part of that. I was so nervous beforehand and asked a million questions, all of which were answered promptly and Damian was so awesome at putting my mind at ease. Thank you so much!!!

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Cherrie May Batoon
a year ago
★★★★★

We are beyond grateful to the entire Genesis Event Management team for making our dream wedding a reality. From the very beginning, they were always there to guide us, offering unwavering support and quick responses to every message. No matter how many changes we requested, they accommodated everything with patience and professionalism, ensuring every detail was perfect. What truly impressed us was how they brought together an incredible team—from the makeup artist to the photographer, videographers and of course the entire team GEM itself—each one exceptionally talented and dedicated. They carefully selected the best people to capture and enhance our special day, making everything even more beautiful than we imagined. The entire team’s coordination and attention to detail made the event seamless and unforgettable. We also appreciate how they helped us find the perfect options within our budget, making sure we had the best possible experience without compromising quality. Their connections to stunning and affordable event locations made planning so much easier. Thank you, Genesis Event Management, for your passion, professionalism, and for turning our dream wedding into reality. Our day was truly magical because of you!🥹🥹🧡🧡

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Good to Know

DJ + Live Band Hybrid — FAQs

Is this a band or a DJ?

Both, deliberately. An open-format DJ anchors the night, and live musicians perform on top of the set — so you get the range of a DJ with the energy of live performance.

Which songs get the live treatment?

The ones you choose with us in advance — your entrance, first dance, and the dance-floor songs you want to become moments — plus whatever the room calls for on the night.

Can we add percussion, violin or guitar?

Yes. Percussion is the most common addition to DJ and sax; violin or guitar work beautifully earlier in the day.

Does the venue need to provide anything?

No. Musicians play through our own professional system, scaled to your room, and we coordinate load-in and placement with the venue.

How far in advance should we book?

For peak-season Saturdays we recommend booking nine to twelve months ahead, as prime dates are reserved early.

Can you do this at our venue?

We perform across New York City, Long Island and the tri-state area, and know many of the region’s ballrooms and estates well — see our venue pages.

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