11/12/08

Dear Jack and all band members,

Thank you for such wonderful music at our wedding! We received nothing but compliments from everyone - younger siblings to 80-year-old relatives! Your choices fit our guests perfectly and we really appreciate your willingness to learn anything we asked for in a pinch. You certainly have our recommendation!!

Thanks again!
Lisa & Neil

10/2/08

Jack,
I don't know where to begin.... You and your orchestra did a wonderful job at our wedding. My Dad has married off 4 daughters and he just said to me on Sunday your band was the best band he has had at a wedding!!! My Dad doesn't give out many compliments so when he says some thing 2 weeks after the fact it means a lot. Everyone is still talking about the band. So many people came up to me and said they have never danced so much at a wedding. You really made are day that more special!!

Thank you!
Aileen and Marc

9/14/08

Dear Jack & Band,

Scott and I want to thank you so very much for making our reception rock! Everyone absolutely loved you guys and I can't thank you enough for your professionalism throughout this process and for making our day so special. You guys definitely have a lot of fans after our reception!

All the best,
Scott & Jessica

7/16/08

Hi Jack,

I just wanted to let you know how much everyone enjoyed your orchestra. The musicianship and talent were evident to me, however that doesn’t tell the whole story. It takes a lot more that musical talent to bring together great musicians and blend them into an orchestra, which provides wonderful entertainment for five hours. You, Cat, and the rest of the band did a superb job and your organizational skills in “pulling off” just the right blend, at the right time, etc. made it work.

Thanks for a great evening and thanks for letting me sit in. I certainly enjoyed it and my daughter appreciated it as well.

All the best,
Ed

6/1/08

Jack & Cat (and fellow bandmates),

Tom and I can’t thank you enough for being part of our special day. Guests have told us that we threw the best wedding they have ever been to. Personally, I hugely attribute that to you! You had people out on the dance floor that I’ve never seen dance. I know you hear that a lot, but it is completely true. You absolutely have my 100% recommendation. If people have any doubts, send them my way, and I will sing your graces. Thanks again!

Tom & Colleen

4/20/08

Hi Jack,

I just wanted to let you know that we have had so many compliments about our ‘best ever’ wedding, mostly of which we can attribute to you and your orchestra – we had so many questions about who was that incredible band!!!! Brooke stated from the beginning that the most important thing of anything for her at a wedding is the band and she was completely right. You guys were amazing. Thank you for making everything go so smoothly and being a wonderful master of ceremonies. Cat did a phenomenal job with ‘The Lord’s Prayer’ as well as all the other vocals.

I only wish I could have spent more time on the dance floor and less time talking to people!! But I’ll make up for that at Blair’s wedding in May.

Best regards,
Debbie

11/22/07

Dear Jack, Cat, and the Band,

Thanks for doing such a wonderful job at our wedding on September 22nd. All of our friends and family commented on how good the band was! You are truly a very talented and professional group of people, and we very much enjoyed working with you. Thanks again for helping to make our day special!

Kind regards,
Cindy and Rod

9/15/07

Jack and Orchestra –

Thank you so much for performing at the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. A great time was had by all, and our guests couldn’t stop dancing. They kept telling us that we really knew how to throw a party.
Jaclyn and Andrew had the time of their lives and all their friends had a blast. They are in Tahiti enjoying their honeymoon now.
Please extend our thanks to the entire band.

Regards,
Connie & Jerry

8/18/07

Hi Jack-

Reality has hit and Mike and I just returned from our honeymoon. I wanted to thank you for providing us a wonderful soundtrack to the best night of my life. You and the orchestra were wonderful. I also thank you for allowing my dad to play with you. It meant so much to him and me.

The night was such a whirlwind for me that I wanted to ask if you by any chance had a play list of the songs you played? Even if you can give me an idea it would be so nice as I think I probably missed some great songs while I was making my rounds. Thought I would ask just in case you could recall or had a list. Thanks so much!

Regards,
Karen

6/23/06

Jack,
We just wanted to thank you for the amazing job you and your band did at our wedding.  You went above our highest expectations.  People have not stopped talking about how great the band was.  Thank you for helping to make our wedding unforgettable.

Ali & Nick

6/3/06

Jack,
We just had to write to thank you for making our daughter's wedding such an unforgettable experience.  The dance floor was full all night!  That's how we measure the quality of the band.  Everyone remarked about the band, the music selection, and the fun that everyone had because of if.  Your group is so remarkable in their ability to take any genre of music and make it sound like their own. And the songs you had to "dust off" or learn for the first time for us sounded like you had been playing them for years.  On a personal note, it was such a pleasure working with you.  You are so professional and flexible.  We can't wait until we can attend one of our friend’s weddings with you playing there.  If you are ever in need of a reference, don't hesitate to nave anyone call us.

Thanks, again,
Lonnie & Cheryl

6/2/06

Hey Jack it’s Nadine calling. I’m just calling to thank you again for the wonderful job you and the band did at our wedding June 2nd. You guys were just amazing and everyone is still talking about it. Yesterday Kevin and I were at two different parties and all they kept talking about was you guys. So thank you so much, you really made the day special and fun and you kept it all together for us, and I really, really appreciate it.

Thanks again, I just wanted to put the call out to you guys, bye for now.

5/19/06

Hi Jack,
I just wanted to thank you for doing a beautifuljob at our wedding on May 19th. Dan and I had a wonderful time and the Band sounded awesome! We've received many compliments after the wedding and people still couldn't believe we had a band as great as you. Everyone was dancing the night away. Please say thank you to the crew!

Regards,
Melissa and Dan

5/6/06

Jack, Cat, et al ~
Our phone has been ringing off the hook today....the accolades just keep coming in.  We can't say enough about the wonderful time we, and everyone, had.  You are an amazing mix of musicians and we thank you for making our daughters' wedding reception a memorable one.  I only wish that we had another daughter so we could do it all over again someday.

Our heartfelt thanks,
Marianne and Anthony

4/8/06

Dear Jack, Cat and the band….
Thank you so much for making our wedding fantastic! We heard from many guests that you were the best band they’d ever heard at a wedding. Not only do you play music that everyone knows and loves, but you play it incredibly well! We wanted a great party and you made sure that we got one! Also, from the beginning of the planning to the very last song, you and the band were so professional-the one part of the wedding that Shawn and I never worried about was the music. We knew you’d be perfect and you absolutely were.

Thank you again and again,
Meghan & Shawn 

3-11-06

Dear Jack,
Thank you for making Dustin and Melissa’s wedding reception a total success.  Your band’s musical ability is astounding.  Your choice of songs and tempo variety kept the guests wanting more.  All of the guests were blown away with your music.  I especially liked how you kept things going as the Master of Ceremony. Thanks also for working with me to figure out exactly when the reception should end.

So blessed to have heard your band play.
Sincerely,
Laurey (mother of the groom)

3/11/06

Dear Jack and Cat,
Thank you so much for your wonderful performance and direction at our daughter's wedding on Saturday (at the Netherlands).  We all had a wonderful time dancing and enjoying your music.  Our guests have been commenting to me all week about how spectacular our band was and wondering where we found you!   As for me, I know I should have worked the room and socialized more than I did, but I just couldn't stay off the dance floor!

Thank you also for allowing Dustin to join in with you for a few songs!  I know he loved that and we all loved hearing him as well.    You really helped to make our wonderful day even more special.  Melissa and Dustin are so happy, and your music was a part of the beginning of their new life together.  Thank you again.

Marianne (mother of the bride)

12/10/05

Well Jack,

I am knocked out by the orchestra's performance this past Saturday night at Cescaphe.  I have been to a lot of weddings and events (some with Nobel Laureates and Presidents of the USA) but never have I seen such a perfect mesh of orchestra, caterer and celebrants.

I was the father-of-the bride.  Your orchestra was the "factor" that made the night.  Joe Volpe's Cescaphe was the proving grounds for the ultimate wedding reception.  I am hard pressed to find any flaws.  What a combination!

I wonder if you know how diverse the groups of people were who attended the 200+reception.  There were people from at least 12 different countries who were all getting along.  There were doctors, lawyers, plumbers, electricians, musicians, 60's rock band drummers, scientists and businessmen; all getting along.

The announcements were well done...perfect really. 

Just a great time.  My wife and I (and everyone else) loved the music. It was a perfect mix...Pure Genius!

Thanks to you, Cat and the orchestra.  We love you all.
Sincerely,
Steve and Kathy

10/8/05

Hey Jack -
I just wanted to thank you and the band again for the wonderful, wonderful job you guys did at our wedding a couple of weeks ago. I have since been to two more weddings with pretty much the same crew of friends from college and people over the past couple of weeks and the gang is still raving about what a great party it was. Seeing Lauren, so many great friends and our families all out on the dance floor with big smiles on their faces - I couldn't have asked for anything more! Let me know if you want to use us as referrals or if we can write a testimonial for your website. We'd rave about it!  I hope all is well and that we will cross paths with you guys soon.

Thanks again!
Rob

September 20, 2005
  
Hi Jack, Cat, Chris, Venisa, Brian, Ben, Joe, Colin and Roger

We are still talking and remembering how wonderful all of you were at our daughter Julie's wedding a month ago!  It was so re-assuring to be in such capable and talented hands for this most happy and important time in our lives.  You should see the pictures we took of all of our guests dancing and living it up to the maximum.  The comments and compliments have been numerous.  Jack, you are  " one of a kind", so nice and helpful.  Your selection of music was perfect.  You knew what would get the crowd dancing and dancing all night long.  Your organization and attention to all the details were so valuable and appreciated.  Everything ran so smoothly because of your planning or coordinating.  You were terrific and so flexible when we added our surprise visitor of "Super Swoop" into the equation the week prior to the wedding.  Whenever we need a band again and whenever we are asked for a recommendation, you can be 100% certain we will very confidently refer them to you. 

Another compliment was directed our way by our guests of all ages thanking us and telling us how much they enjoyed your choice of songs, the high quality of the musicians and, of course, your singers.  Julie told me several of her friends at the wedding had attended weddings where you had performed and they knew they were in for a great evening.  I must add how beautiful Cat and Venissa looked!! Cat, Venissa Chris, Colin and Jack - you can really sing!  Just LOVED your voices. To all the guys, you were all handsome, I noticed!  Then, once I heard your sounds I became so mesmerized I was put on cloud 9 and smiled and danced all night.  I have never danced so much in my life.  All of a sudden the end of the evening arrived much too quickly, with no one wanting to leave, I felt the five hours were not enough.

I am so glad Angela referred us to you.  The first day we met Angela and asked her for a really super band she told us how much she had enjoyed seeing you perform and conduct a wedding.  I am so glad she led us to you.  You were the first person we contacted and contracted for the wedding.  We knew when we heard you in Manayunk you were the band for us. I remember Cat's kind words about how the band loves working together and how it shows in the performance and she is right.  You made us feel like your band is a family.  Thank you for calling us in Maine while we were on vacation so we would be sure to have you.  We also appreciated your prompt return of phone calls and e-mails.  

Take Care.  
Till we meet again 
Still Dancing
Martha & Stephen

7/15/05

Dear Jack, Cat, and the entire band,
We wanted to thank you ALL for helping to make our wedding on July 9, 2005 such a success.  We are still receiving compliments to this day about how great our band was.  It was evident how much our guests enjoyed your music by their chants at the end of the night for "One More Song!"   No one wanted the music to stop playing.  Please feel free to use us as references for future couples.   The Jack Faulkner Orchestra is one decision they will not regret!

Thanks again,
Amy and John

10/15/04

Dear Jack,
Joe and I would like to thank you for making our wedding such a wonderful time.  We heard it over and over, “We love the band!”  The party started right from the beginning and you and the band worked the guests to the very last song.  We loved it!!  Thank you for making the night run smoothly and successfully!

Sincerely,
Sara & Joe

10/9/04

Dear Jack,
Thank you for making our wedding so memorable.  You, Cat, and the entire band were fantastic.  You listened to your every request and whim.  We received endless compliments on the band and how we found you!

Thank you!
Steven + Simone

9/22/04

Dear Jack,
The band was absolutely fabulous – you guys rocked!  Our guests raved about you throughout the reception, after, the next day and anyone we speak with now.

Please give a special thanks to your drummer, I know his arms were about to fall off by the end of the evening.  I was so exhausted, I apologize for not thanking him properly.  Anyone I know looking for a band will get your name.

Thank you so much!
Best wishes,
Kara & Mike

9/08/04

Dear Jack & Cat and the Entire Jack Faulkner Orchestra,

I am not sure where to even begin!  Let me start by saying thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our day so amazing!  We were getting voicemails as we were on our honeymoon because people could not simply stop telling us what an awesome time they had at our wedding.  They wanted us to come home and do it over again so they could party some more and the words ringing in our ears, “Where did you find that band?  They were incredible!”

I wish I would have gotten a chance to thank everyone individually for being so fantastic but before I knew it, it was over, please tell them all I was simply speechless at their performance and they made our day.  I have never been to a wedding where the entire dance floor was filled and I know the same goes for many others.  You guys never stopped playing!!!  The music picks were perfect, as you know I was a little worried about that, why I have no idea!!

Thank you Jack for always calling back promptly, answering all my emails, and meeting with us at the Brew Pub!  Thank you for all of your helpful hints.  Just a side note, Ryan & I were sent on the hunt to find a band by my dad, who insisted on a band (smart man!).  We went to see about 10 different bands and we were frustrated no one sounded good, we could not decide if they just sounded bad at their jam sessions or what?  Well, we came out of your jam session and you sounded awesome, we called my dad and said we found the band!!!  We wish we would have found you first, saved us some time!  In the end it was a day we will never forget and we owe so much to all of you for making it such a memory for the 220 people, who will forget our anniversary but our wedding, impossible!!!

Sincerely,
Chrystie & Ryan

9/1/04

Dear Jack and Cat,

Thank you and your band so much for making our wedding day so fantastic!  We both had a blast!  The music was incredible and we appreciate how much you helped keep the day running smoothly.  Special thanks to your trumpet player who stepped up at the last minute to play at the ceremony.  You guys are the BEST!!

Thanks,
Jordana & John

7/12/04

Dear Jack Faulkner Orchestra,

We just wanted to thank you for doing such a great job at our wedding on June 12, 2004.  We received so many compliments on how good the band was & that the music was perfect!  Everyone had a great time dancing all night!  We wish it could’ve gone on for a couple more hours!  You played everything we wanted & it sounded wonderful!  Thank you again.

Lynn & Matt

6/28/04

Dear Jack & Cat,

What can we say?...you guys rock!  The dance floor was packed all night (we have proof on the video!!)  Everyone is still talking about “the great band.”  We are definitely spreading the word.  A great time was had by all.  Thank you for helping to make our wedding a true celebration!

Love,
Jaime and R.J.

6/14/04

Dear Jack,

I wanted to thank you so much for the amazing job you and your group did at our wedding.  Everything was perfect.  So many people have called to comment on the “great band” and I have given your number to several people already.  Lots of people told us that ours was one of the best weddings ever and I know you guys had a lot to do with it.  You guys were worth every penny!  Your talent and professionalism won’t be forgotten!  Thank you!

Fondly,
Robin

8/20/03

Dear Jack –

Jamie and I would like to thank you for the excellent music you all played at our wedding!  You all are wonderful performers and you certainly know how to play to a crowd and get them on the dance floor!

We’d especially like to thank you for the Sarah Maclachlan song – we can only apologize for our terrible dancing.  (Unfortunately, two dance lessons are only enough to make a couple look worse!! – at least in our case.)  I’m really excited to get the video back to hear the song again and to laugh at our dancing! 

I hope all is well with you all, I’m sure we’ll see you again at another wedding – we have one more sister to go!

Thanks – Emily & Jamie

4/10/02

Dear Jack & Cat,

Just a quick note to say thanx  again for making our wedding so excellent. Our guests have not stopped talking about how great the band was. Everybody stayed until the end and danced up a a storm. You really were the best, and you were a pleasure to work with.

Barbara & Michael

4/8/02

Dear Jack & Cat,

We wanted to thank you for the wonderful performance you gave at our wedding at The Sheraton on Rittenhouse Square. We received lot of compliments from our guests and we know that everybody was enjoying themselves judging by the number of people on the dance floor. You both have a lot of talent, as well as the rest of your orchestra. We really appreciate the fact that our reception was so wonderful thanks to your beautiful music.

Sincerely,
Pam & Dave

4/3/01

Thanks for making our wedding “THE BEST I’VE EVER BEEN TO”, as quoted by almost everyone there. We have already had inquiries as to where you can be reached. I just watched the video again last night, and you were all so great!

Denise & Craig

February 6, 2001

Jack, Cat & the Orchestra,

Tom and I would like to thank you for putting on an incredible show at our wedding reception. From the cocktail hour, through dinner, and into the dancing, the orchestra truly entertained our guests and especially the two of us!

We have gotten several compliments about how great  the orchestra sounded all night long. As you probably could tell, everyone had an absolute blast. Your orchestra is truly the reason why our guests had so much fun.

Thanks for helping to make our day so special and memorable.

Sincerely,
Leigh & Tom F.
*Please don’t hesitate to use us a reference!

April 26th, 1999

Dear Jack & Cat

Hank and I can’t thank you enough for making our wedding reception such a spectacular evening. We had so much fun, and your band has been complimented too many times to count. Everybody we’ve talked to has said how impressed they were with the broad variety of music you played. And just as Pepper had said, you did an excellent job of “reading” the crowd. We truly thank you for your professionalism and the wonderful job you did.

Fondly,
Kate & Hank M.

re: Brandeis University’s 50th Anniversary Gala
April 18, 1999 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia

Dear Jack,

The comments on the orchestra from all in attendance at the Brandeis event on April 18, 1999 have been overwhelmingly positive. I wanted to write to thank you for the great performance and to express our gratitude for your flexibility and cooperation concerning all of the events that needed to be coordinated for the evening as well as all of the last minute changes. It was truly a pleasure to work with you and your very talented group.

Thanks again for a job well done
Very truly yours,

Bernard D. Fagenbaum
Brandeis University Alumni Association

Dear Jack & Catherine,

Matthew & I want to thank you on behalf of the Philadelphia Opera Guild, The Opera Company of Philadelphia, and personally-for your outstanding performance at the Bohemian Ball. The strolling musicians during dinner were a unique touch-not seen around here in a long time and very much appreciated. At every event I have attended, there has always been someone who complains about the music-but at The Bohemian Ball there were 400 satisfied customers. I have heard only wonderful comments.

Your talented and professional singers and musicians are to be commended for a terrific evening of entertainment.

Sincerely,
Maxine C

6/21/98

Dear Jack, etc.

Well...What can I say?!? You all promised everyone would dance at our wedding and they DID!!! I can’t say enough wonderful things about your band. You completely turned the reception into a fantastic event. What a party! Rick & I didn’t want to leave the dance floor!

Thank You! Thank you! Thank You! We would recommend you to any soon-to-be newlyweds that we know!    

Warm Regards,
Beth D

5/8/98

Dear Jack,

Everyday someone calls or stops in to tell us what a great time they had at the wedding.

You and your group of talented entertainers were a major part of the success. Not only was the music “perfect” and the singing at the tables so personalized, but it was a pleasure working with you.

I was very impressed that you took the time to really listen to what music Ellen & Eric wanted, and followed through with each detail.

Thank You Thank You Thank You
One of your fans,
Joan S

2-28-98

Dear Jack,

Thank you so much for the outstanding job your orchestra did last week at Efrem’s Bar Mitzvah. Your music really made the guests want to get up and dance. I can’t tell you how many times I heard “The band is really good!” I hope we’ll have many more happy occasions and that you will be a part of them.

Sincerely,
Lucia S
PS-All your orchestra members have such great voices-especially your beautiful wife.