 | Los Angeles based musicians provide you with a classy, enchanting, indefinable quality of music that will make your special day magic! We are unique musicians offering a variety of music entertainment for your special event including Jazz, Classical, Acoustic, Swing, Irish/Celtic, Bluegrass, Gypsy, Strolling Music, Italian, Jewish, Blues, Klezmer and Dance Music. The Wine and Roses Band plays the perfect music for any occasion, including: elegant solo violin music for wedding ceremonies; jazz, swing, tango, latin, and bossa novas for cocktail hours and dinner parties; as well as fiddle music, funk, rock, blues, latin, ska, and celtic dance music for receptions, holiday parties, and corporate events. |
Below are some of the many types of music we perform along with their history. Want a particular style of music but don’t see it listed? Chances are we can do it! Just contact us to ask about it. What is Bluegrass Music? | Noteworthy recent Bluegrass musicians include the Earl Brothers, Colorado’s Open Road, and Cherryholmes. In addition, though she is often considered a country singer, Alison Krauss, a vocalist and fiddler, is also one of today’s most prominent Bluegrass musicians. A major contributor to the “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” soundtrack, she has... Read More About Bluegrass Music »Click here to book Bluegrass Music for your event! |
What is Blues Music? | Popular contemporary Blues musicians include Sean Costello, Shemekia Copeland, Johnny Lang, Corey Harris, Susan Tedeschi and the North Mississippi Allstars. These artists range from classic delta-style Blues musicians to more rock-influenced musicians. The phrase “the blues,” refers to a state of melancholy, depression, and “down spirits.” Though the term may have been used in African American music long before, the first recorded emergence of the Blues is W.C. Handy’s “Memphis Blues,” recorded in 1912. Early Blues music was shaped by loose narratives describing the misery and misfortunes of the... Read More About Blues Music » |
What is Bossa Nova Music? | The most well known Bossa Nova song is “The Girl from Ipanema.” In it, the author describes an attractive girl walking down to the beach, and how she is the most striking girl that he has ever seen. This song personifies early Bossa Nova. It is beautiful, carefree, and noncommittal. These qualities, which Bossa Nova had been criticized for, are what made it a unique form of Latin music. It has been described as the music of the Brazilian middle and upper class because of its portrayal of a bohemian lifestyle that only they could enjoy. Bossa Nova originated in the fifties during a time of economic growth in Brazil. It came from the wealthy, cultured towns that were located near the beaches of Rio de Janeiro. Upper class musicians composed the music and it was made to appeal to other upper class citizens. Because Bossa Nova espoused a... Read More About Bossa Nova Music »Click here to book Bossa Nova Music for your event! |
What is Classical Music? | Classical Music composers that most people know include Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Fryderyk Chopin, and Ludwig Van Beethoven. Modern-day composers and artists include Leonard Bernstein, Philip Glass, Trans Siberian Orchestra, and even Frank Zappa! Although most people have a general idea of what Classical Music is, many do not understand the breadth of time and styles the term Classical Music encompasses. In fact,... Read More About Classical Music »Click here to book Classical Music for your event! |
What is Fiddle Music? | The word Fiddle is the Folk music name for the violin, and fiddling is a style of violin music. The physical difference between fiddles and violins is that American Fiddles — which are used in Bluegrass and Old-Time music — may have the top of the bridge cut to reduce the curve of the instrument and create less of a range... Read More About Fiddle Music » |
What is Funk Music? | Funk originated in the 1960s in the African American communities and was highly influenced by the soul music of the day. James Brown, Sly and the Family Stone, and The Meters were all popular performers. Songs such as George Clinton’s “Atomic Dog,” James Brown’s “Sex Machine” and “I Feel Good” were all popular hits. It became its own definitive genre by the 1970s, with performers such as Rick James and his mega-hit “Super Freak” and Prince’s “I Wanna Be Your Lover.” The most remarkable aspect of Funk music is that its syncopated rhythms are easy to dance to, making it fun for weddings and other events. Funk uses complex rhythms while incorporating simple song structures. Powerful, rhythm-oriented instruments such as... Read More About Funk Music » |
What is Gypsy Music? | Nomadic by nature, the Gypsies — or “Roma” — often include traveling entertainers. Fiddles often accompany gypsy music, and the music provides great entertainment, as was the intention of the traveling gypsy. Lautari is the Romanian term for a Roma musician. Many lautari traveled with string bands called taraf. Taraf usually included fiddles, cymbaloms, accordions, and double bass.... Read More About Gypsy Music » |
What is Irish / Celtic Music? | Celtic and Irish music are both genres of music that have originated in Western Europe. Both genres encompass an array of traditional music that share many commonalities. The most important instrument in both Irish and Celtic music is the fiddle. Irish music has been looked to by those in other countries wishing to return to their Irish/Celtic roots. Initially Celtic music originated in the Isle of Man, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany, Northumbria, Galicia, Cantabria and Asturias, and even northern Portugal. Irish and Scottish artists only produce music under the Celtic moniker when the market persists. The purpose of this music... Read More About Irish / Celtic Music »Click here to book Irish / Celtic Music for your event! |
What is Italian Music? | Italian is known as “the language of love” — or, in Italian — “la lingua di amore!” This expressive, romantic language has produced some of the most memorable and celebrated love songs of all time. Popular Italian love songs include “Innamorata (Sweetheart),” “Amore, Scusami (Excuse Me, Love),” “Viene Su (Say You Love Me, Too),” “Ritorna-Me (Return to Me),” and “O Solo Mio.” The music of Italy is diverse and eclectic. It is a broad spectrum, ranging from opera and classical music to contemporary popular music. Instrumental and vocal music has always been one of the hallmarks of the Italian cultural identity. In addition, Italy has contributed significantly to the... Read More About Italian Music » |
What is Jazz Music? | Famous Jazz musicians include Louis Armstrong, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker and Charles Mingus. Hailing from early 20th century New Orleans, Jazz is a highly artistic and sophisticated form of music. Groups of self-taught African-American musicians who led funeral processions in New Orleans played an influential role in the development of early Jazz. This classic style of... Read More About Jazz Music » |
What is Jewish / Klezmer Music? | A style of music that is intrinsically Jewish, the name “Klezmer” comes from the combination of the Hebrew words clay and zimmer. Put together the words mean “vessel of music or song.” The idea of Klezmer music is that the instruments (such as the violin and clarinet) would be personified through emotions, such as soulful wailing or joyous laughter. Read More About Jewish / Klezmer Music »Click here to book Jewish / Klezmer Music for your event! |
What is Latin Music? | One of the strongest influences on Latin American music — or “Latin music” — is African music. This influence can be seen throughout its various genres, as the basis for music ranging from the Cuban Rumba, the Puerto Rican Bomba and Plena, the Colombian Cumbia, and the Brazilian Samba, which influenced Bossa Nova and Tango music. The... Read More About Latin Music » |
What is Rock & Roll Music? | Rock and roll is fun, exciting music which is excellent when played at parties and events. Influenced by the blues, country, and R&B, rock music is an amalgamation of different sounds which, when combined, changed the face of music for years to come. Rock pioneers such as Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Kinks, the... Read More About Rock & Roll Music »Click here to book Rock & Roll Music for your event! |
What is Ska Music? | Popular ska and ska-influenced musicians include the Mighty Mighty Bosstones, No Doubt, Sublime, Reel Big Fish, Less Than Jake, the Aquabats, Fishbone, Save Ferris, Operation Ivy, and the Toasters. Ska music is typically characterized by drumbeats on the second and fourth beat, in four-quarters time, with the guitar hitting chords on the second, third, and fourth beat. Traditional ska bands... Read More About Ska Music » |
What is Swing Music? | Swing Music experienced a brief but extremely popular revival in the nineties thanks to popular groups like the Brian Setzer Orchestra, Royal Crown Revue, Cherry Poppin’ Daddies, Squirrel Nut Zippers, and the Big Bad Voodoo Daddies. The Swing revival was given impetus by films such as “Swing Kids” starring Christian Bale (1993), and “Swingers” starring Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau (1996). Popular first-generation Swing musicians and band-leaders include: Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Glenn Miller, Louis Armstrong, Roy Eldridge, Harry Edison, Count Basie, Earl Hines, Art Tatum, Oscar Peterson, Teddy Wilson, and Jelly Roll Morton. Also known as Swing Jazz, this upbeat form of music is a derivation of... Read More About Swing Music » |
What is Tango Music? | Popular Tango artists include Carlos Gardel, the celebrated band leader, Francisco Canaro, 020, and Tanghetto. Tango dancing and its accompanying music have been made popular by feature films since the 1920’s with Rudolph Valentino. More recently, it has been featured in films such as “Last Tango in Paris” (1972), “Strictly Ballroom” (1992), and “Chicago” (2002). Tango originated in Argentina in the late 1800’s. It is a form of Latin Music, which developed from street music played by immigrants who lived in Buenos Aires and Montevideo. It is said that Tango is the music of Argentinian immigrants. However, it took over a decade for this sensual, hypnotic music to spread to Argentina’s larger pop culture. Traditionally, Tango groups — known as “orquesta tipicas” — feature six members. The sextet will usually feature two violins, a double bass, a piano and two bandoneons (an instrument which is similar to an... Read More About Tango Music » |
What is Violin Music? | The violin is a bowed instrument. It has four strings and is tuned in perfect fifths. It is the smallest and highest-pitched member of the violin family of string instruments. This family also includes the viola and cello. Popular mainstream musicians who have used the violin include Linda Brava, Miri Ben-Ari, Nigel Kennedy, and Jean-Luc Ponty. The Beatles first used violins and full orchestration during their experimental psychedlic phase, paving the way for rock bands for years to come. Those who followed include the Who, Electric Light Orchestra (ELO), Camper Van Beethoven, the Dave Matthews Band, the Corrs, Yellowcard, the Arcade Fire, and Nickel Creek, to name a few. In the post-rock genre, groups like Sigur Rós, Zox, and Broken Social Scene have also employed the violin. Many musicians have made use of this ageless instrument to create some of history’s most beautiful and memorable music. The word “violin”... Read More About Violin Music » |
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