Testimonials

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Athlone Wedding Bands  Flute Weddings provided the ceremony music for our wedding at Cairnwood Estates on Aug. 20, 2011. It could not have been more beautiful. We chose The Celestial Flute and Harp Duo, which so perfectly matched the atmosphere and ambiance of the venue. Working with Geri Rizzo, the flutist, was so easy. She was extremely helpful and informative. The musicians were extremely professional and talented. I would recommend them to everyone. ~ Melanie, Mother of the Bride
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We were married on a beautiful day in October, 2011 on the outside lawn surrounded by beautiful gardens at the Southern Mansion in Cape May. I walked down a gorgeous outside staircase, to the angelic sounds of a flute and harp
(Magic Flute Weddings) and to the gazebo where we were married. The cocktail hour was set outside in the gardens, dinner was on the porch and we danced the night away downstairs. The food was amazing, from the appetizers to the crab cake and filet.  The Southern Mansion provided a perfect atmosphere and the staff exceeded all of my expectations… Kit
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“My wife and I hired the Magic Flute Wedding crew for our wedding last fall. They are absolutely incredible and professional musicians all around. We had Geri Rizzo, flute playing with the church organist for our ceremony. Geri was amazing in putting the arrangements together and working at last minute with a replacement organist we had to hire as well as with my sister who sang “Ave Maria.” The ceremony music was absolutely outstanding and tear-jerking. For the Cocktail Hour, we had a duo of string musicians to play the background music. This was such a great detail at our wedding and we received so many compliments about the music.  We communicated mostly via email which was a huge convenience for me. She will work with you to achieve whatever arrangements you may have in mind to make your wedding one of a kind.

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Good Value / Arrangements: Ceremony – Flute  /  Cocktail Hr – String Duo
” – Ray Pinglora, Rutherford, NJ, March 11, 2010

“We just returned from our honeymoon. Your services were exquisite and highly recommendable.”
~ The State Room, LBI, NJ .. Gomez/Ryan Wedding Ceremony Flute and Violin Duo
“I just wanted to thank you for providing such wonderful, beautiful music this past Saturday for ou wedding ceremony in Cape May.  I received so many compliments on the music, and I can say myself, that your music brought tears to my eyes during the processional and sand-pouring.  Thanks again; I will definitely recommend you to anyone I know planning to get married around the area.” Beth Wade
“Hello Geri,  I just wanted to say a big thank you to you and Barbara (flute and harp) for the amazing atmosphere you created at my sister’s wedding on June 11th, 2010.  We couldn’t have been happier, and were especially impressed with the effort you put into finding and learning a special request for the processional – it was perfect!  So glad that you were able to make the day even more special!!”  With thanks, Athena Kramvis – Carriage House, 6/2010  Flute and Harp
Geri is a fine musician. She is versatile in many music forms and always gives a wonderful performance no matter the venue. She is reliable and a joy to work with. Geri is an asset to any function or establishment offering live music.”   Jim Boney, Owner, James R. Boney & Assoc., LLC – March 11, 2010
“Hi Geri,  I just wanted to thank you and Barbara for making Jamie and Tom’s Wedding very special. The music was so beautiful. It was everything that they had hoped for. We had lots and lots of compliments from our guests. It was perfect for their day. Thanks again!” Colleen Lokaj, May 22, 2010 Wedding at cater2u.com / Flute and Harp/ceremony, cocktail hour and dinner…. Flute and Harp
“Thank you so much for everything. It was a pleasure having you play for our wedding and making it very special. The music was beautiful and our guests really enjoyed the music. Great job! We were very pleased that the whole day turned out to be so beautiful. It’s every brides dream to have such a wonderful day. Thank you for being part of our wedding day and making it very special.”  – Karen Hale (Jazz Trio/Cocktail Hour)
“Hi Geri – I heard the grand opening event was a huge success and everyone loved the music!  Thanks again for making our (corporate) event so special.”~ Hildy Barger, Administrative Assistant VP, Operations – and Admin Director, Med/Surg Administration – Virtua Memorial Hospital, 09/17/09      ** … more testimonials here
Flute and Classical Guitar
“The music was beautiful, and we LOVED the moments where she (Jeanmarie, classical guitar) added some music to the ceremony. We thought it gave the entire thing a very magical feel. Our guests were raving about what a great touch that was. Geri and her guitarist (Jeanmarie Tissot) were able to work with us to find just the right music, and I don’t even have words for how talented they are. Thank you for adding to the magic of our day!” – Candice and Martin L. – Blackwood, NJ
Flute and Violin Duo
We wanted to take a moment to thank you for the excellent job you did for our daughter’s wedding at the Sheraton.  We received quite a few compliments on our musical selections and musicians… thank you!  We will most definitely consider your services again as well as continue to recommend you to others. –  Scott and Nilda Mahrer
Flute and Harp Duo
“I just wanted to thank you so much for playing at my wedding on Nov. 8 at St. Joseph’s with your harpist.  You sounded so beautiful!  I could not have imagined more beautiful music.  You are truly so talented!”  ~ Kelly Huntley
Flute and Guitar
 “Thank you for helping me choose the music for my wedding last minute… I was so nervous, but you put me at ease, and I just loved the music as did everyone else!” ~Cheryl Benner
Flute and Piano
“Thank you for the pictures and the lovely comments about the wedding.  It was as beautiful as I could have ever asked for, and you were a part of that.  The music was lovely and people had nice things to say about you and (pianist) Billy (Dennison).  Also, I want to thank you for helping to make it my Mom’s last special memory of her life.  She lost her battle with cancer the morning after we returned from our honeymoon, but I know she held on strong to see my wedding day.  She loved the flute and piano, and I know she enjoyed every minute of your playing.” – D. Soriano
Allegro Duo / Flute and Guitar: “… provided breathtaking music during our outdoor wedding ceremony at the Trump Marina in Atlantic City!  I felt like a true Princess walking down the aisle to the magical sounds of the flute & guitar.  And our guests just raved about them.  We only wish that we had asked them to play for cocktail hour!  Geri Rizzo was so helpful during the planning process, and had no problem learning a special piece of music I requested!”- D. Waterson
Jazz Trio
 “Thank you so much for everything. It was a pleasure having you play for our wedding and making it very special. The music was beautiful and our guests really enjoyed the music. Great job! We were very pleased that the whole day turned out to be so beautiful. It’s every brides dream to have such a wonderful day. Thank you for being part of our wedding day and making it very special.” Karen Hale  (piano/drum/sax trio)
“Jeanmarie (Classical Guitar) was very helpful in helping me to select musical pieces and type of music i wanted played for my wedding ceremony and cocktail hour (Rams Head, EHT, NJ). it was exactly what I was looking for, sounded perfect, and was very well received. Thank you so much!” – Lysa & Mike Flemming — Galloway, NJ
“A pleasure to see  and hear perform…  a fine musician like (Geri Rizzo) is hard to find.”  – Doc Winter, Conductor, Glenn Miller Air Force Band

Some of Our Beautiful Brides and more “Thank You” notes!


Mr. and Mrs. Soriano		 Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Pinglora

Mr. & Mrs. Justin Fuentes
Cindal and Phil Jackson Hi Geri, Your music was absolutely the perfect addition to the wedding. I’m currently piecing together a video/still photo montage type video for a keepsake with your original song, “You’re My Angel”.  It is so perfect. Thanks so much for being a wonderful artist.  Cindal  and Phil Jackson, Sept 13, 09
Now playing:  “Tonight I Celebrate My Love for You” by Flutist Geri Rizzo
Makeup by Jenny, Hudson Valley, NY
(80 mis. north of NYC… covering NYC, Westchester,
Dutchess, Orange and Ulster Counties, and Northern Jersey)

Some of Jenny’s Beautiful Brides
Hello Brides, My name is Deirdre Holke and I was searching for someone fabulous with the right price who was great to play for my big day. Well I stumbled across Geri Rizzo and her team AKA MAGIC FLUTE WEDDINGS.  I was invited to Geri’s home to hear her play a few songs for us.  We immediately got the chills and knew we were going to go with Magic Flute Weddings. Not only was Geri professional and confident in the service she was providing but she had a great sense of humor and great personality; now that’s hard to come by.   It’s also important that you feel comfortable with the person/people you are dealing with for your big day. If you came across Magic Flute Weddings my suggestion would be to book them right away because you won’t find anyone better for the service and the price and the comfort of knowing you are going to get exactly what you asked for.   Happy Booking Ladies and Congratulations!  Newly Married Deirdre Holke, (Flute and Guitar, Beach)
 
Mrs. Adam Koly		 “… Geri, you did an amazing job!!! Your music really completed our entire ceremony and cocktail hour. Thank You!”  ( Flute and Harp ) – – Adam Koly and Catherine Koly, Oct. 8, 2011  – The Southern Mansion, Cape May