Melodaires Band

We are a variety band of long expeienced professioal musicians with primary emphasis on easy-listening jazz and big band swing. We are equally at ease performing Dixieland, Latin, ballads, and Broadway show tunes from the 20s to the 60s. Our repetoire also includes 50s/60s/70s, light Rock & Roll, polkas, waltzes, and Irish/Italian/Jewish ethnic music. We also do some humorous parodies. Rounding out our variety is some vintage country and blues. Our music is easy on you ear drums, and we encourage audience requests. We use a minimum of two pieces, up to seven. We are available for dances, concerts, corporate functions, weddings, anniversaries, and birthdays. We are also listed in gigmasters under jazz in Chicago; please go there to review additional ratings by previous customers.

• Achy Breaky Heart - Billy Ray Cyrus
• Ain't No Sunshine When She's Gone - Cat Stevens
• Ain't She Sweet - Dixieland
• Ain't That A Kick In The Head - Dean Martin
• Ain't That A Shame - Fats Domino
• Air Force Song - Patriotic
• All My Ex's - George Strait
• All Or Nothing At All - Sinatra
• Allegheny Moon - Patti Page
• Amazing Grace - Patriotic
• America - Patriotic
• America The Beautiful - Patriotic
• American Patrol - Patriotic
• Angry - Big Tiny Little
• Army Song - Patriotic
• At Last - Etta James
• Baby What'd I Say - Ray Charles
• Back Home Again In Indiana - Dixieland
• Bad, Bad Leroy Brown - Jim Croce
• Basin Street Blues - Louie Armstrong
• Battle Hymn Of The Republic - Patriotic
• Beer Barrel Polka - Andrews Sisters
• Begin The Beguine - Artie Shaw
• Bill Bailey - Louie Armstrong
• Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis
• Blueberry Hill - Fats Domino
• By the time I Get To Phoenix - Glen Campbell
• Bye, Bye Blues - Dixieland
• Candy - Alvino Rey & King Sisters
• Chattanooga Choo Choo - Glenn Miller
• Cheek To Cheek - Sinatra
• Cherry - Harry James
• Cherry Pink - Prez Prado
• Chicago - Sinatra
• Closer Walk With Thee - Dixieland
• Coast Guard Song - Patriotic
• Columbia The Gem Of The Ocean - Patriotic
• Come Fly With Me - Sinatra
• Come Rain Or Come Shine - Sinatra
• Coquette - Dixieland
• Crazy - Patsy Cline
• Cute - Count Basie
• Dear Hearts - Henry Mancini
• Dixie - Patriotic
• Do You Know What It means - Dixieland
• Does Your heart Beat For Me - Russ Morgan
• Doggie In Window - Patti Page
• Don't Get Around Much Anymore - Duke Ellington
• Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue - Crystal Gayle
• Drinking Champagne - George Strait
• Elvira - Oak Ridge Boys
• Evil Ways - Carlos Santana
• Feelings - Morris Albert
• Five Foot Two - Dixieland
• Fly Me To The Moon - Sinatra
• For The Good Times - Kris Kristofferson
• Four - Miles Davis
• Frenisi - Artie Shaw
• God Bless America - Patriotic
• Green Eyes - Jimmie Dorsey
• Hello Dolly - Louie Armstrong
• Help Me Make It Through The Night - Kris Kristofferson
• Hindustan - Dixieland
• Home On The Range - Patriotic
• Honky Tonk - Bill Dogget
• Hound Dog - Elvis
• How Insensitive - Sinatra
• I Could Have Danced All Night - Sinatra
• I Hadn't Anyone But You - Sinatra
• I Just Called To Say I Love You - Stevie Wonder
• I Just Want To Dance With You - George Strait
• I Left My Heart In San Francisco - Tony Bennet
• I Want To Be A Wheel - Fats Domino
• If - Bread
• I'll Never Be The Same - Sinatra
• I'll Never Smile Again - Sinatra
• I'll Never Smile Again - Tommy Dorsey&Pied Pipers
• Illinois Loyalty Song - Patriotic
• I'm Getting Sentimental Over You - Tommy Dorsey
• I'm Walkin' - Fats Domino
• In The Mood - Glenn Miller
• It Had To Be You - Benny Goodman/Michael Buble
• I've Got The World On A String - Sinatra
• I've Got You Under My Skin - Sinatra
• Josephine - Wayne King
• Jump, Jive, & Wail - Louie Prima
• Just A Gigolo - Louie Prima
• Just Because Polka - Frankie Yankovic
• Just In Time - Sinatra
• Just The Way You Are - Billy Joel
• Keep A Knockin' - Little Richard
• King Of The Road - Roger Miller
• Lady Is A Tramp - Sinatra
• Lucille - Little Richard
• Mack The Knife - Bobby Darin
• Make It With You - Bread
• Margaritaville - Jimmy Buffet
• Marine Corps Hymn - Patriotic
• Mean To Me - Sinatra
• Melody Of Love - Wayne King
• Moon River - Andy Williams
• Moonlight Serenade - Glenn Miller
• More Than You Know - Sinatra
• Muskrat Ramble - Dixieland
• My Baby Just Cares For Me - Sinatra
• My Funny Valentine - Sinatra
• My Kind Of Town - Sinatra
• Nancy - Sinatra
• Navy-Anchors Aweigh - Patriotic
• New York N.Y - Sinatra
• Night Train - Buddy Morrow
• Notre Dame Fight Song - Patriotic
• Object Of My Affection - Guy Lombardo
• Old Time Rock & Roll - Bob Seger
• On The Road Again - Willie Nelson
• On Wisconsin - Patriotic
• Only You - Platters
• Opus One - Tommy Dorsey
• Over There - Patriotic
• Oye Como Va - Carlos Santana
• Pennsylvania 6-5000 - Glenn Miller
• People Will Say We're In Love - Sinatra
• Pink Cadillac - Bruce Springsteen
• Proud Mary
• Put Your Dreams Away - Sinatra
• Rain Drops Keep Fallin' On My Head - BJ Thomas
• Rock Around The Clock - Bill Haley Comets
• Rockin' Robin - Bobby Day
• Satin Doll - Duke Ellington
• Saturday Night Is The Loneliest Night - Sinatra
• Second Time Around - Sinatra
• September Song - Sinatra
• Shake, Rattle & Roll - Big Joe Turner
• Shiek Of Araby - Dixieland
• Shine - Dixieland
• Shiny Stockings - Count Basie
• Sleep Walk - Santo & Johnny
• Sleepy Time Down South - Louie Armstrong
• Smoke Rings - Glen Gray
• So Rare - Jimmie Dorsey
• Song Is You - Sinatra
• Song Sung Blue - Neil Diamond
• Star Spangled Banner - Patriotic
• Stardust - Artie Shaw
• Stompin' At The Savoy - Benny Goodman
• Strangers In The Night - Sinatra
• Strike Up The Band - Patriotic
• String Of Pearls - Glenn Miller
• Summer Wind - Sinatra
• Sway Rumba - Xavier Cugat
• Sweet Georgia Brown - Dixieland
• Take Me Out To The Ball Game - Patriotic
• Take The A Train - Duke Ellington
• Teach Me Tonight - Sinatra
• Tennessee Waltz - Patti Page
• This Land Is Your Land - Patriotic
• This Love Of Mine - Sinatra
• Three Coins In The Fountain - Sinatra
• Tie A Yellow Ribbon - Tie A Yellow Ribbon
• Time After Time - Sinatra
• Tutti Fruiti - Little Richard
• Under The Double Eagle - Patriotic
• Unforgettable - Nat King Cole
• Waltz You Saved For Me - Wayne King
• Watermelon Man - Herbie Hancock
• We Three - Sinatra
• What A Wonderful World - Louie Armstrong
• When The Saints Go Marching In - Dixieland
• When Your Lover Has Gone - Sinatra
• Whole Lot Of Shakin' - Jerry Lee Lewis
• Wipe Out - Surfaris
• Witchcraft - Sinatra
• Yankee Doodle Dandy - Patriotic
• YMCA - Village People
• You Are My Sunshine - Ray Charles
• You Are The Sunshine Of My Life - Stevie Wonder
• You Don't Know Me - Ray Charles/Michael Buble
• You Made Me Love You - Harry James
• You Make Me Feel So Good - Sinatra
• You Send Me - Sam Cooke
• Young At Heart - Sinatra
• You're A Grand Old Flag - Patriotic
• You're Driving Me Crazy - Sinatra
• Danny Boy - Irish
• Shure They Call It Ireland - Irish
• Did Your Mother Come From Ireland - Irish
• It's A Great Day For The Irish - Irish
• Little Town In The Ould County Down - Irish
• It's The Same Old Shillelagh - Irish
• Mother Machree - Irish
• Mickey - Irish
• That's An Irish Lullaby (Too-ra-loo-ra) - Irish
• That's How I Spell Ireland - Irish
• 'Twas Only An Irishman's Dream - Irish
• When Irish Eyes Are Smiling - Irish
• My Wild Irish Rose - Irish
• Harrigan - Irish
• Galway Bay - Irish
• The Kerry Dance - Irish
• Pretty Kitty Kelly - Irish
• Macnamara's Band - Irish
• Dear Old Donegal - Irish
• The Irish Washerwoman - Irish
• Peggy O'Neil - Irish
• Sweet Rosie O'Grady - Irish
• The Rose of Tralee - Irish
• The Wearing Of The Green - Irish

Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Sorority Function, Studio Session, Temples, TV Soundtracks, Weddings...and more.

• What a great band! The overall experience was EXCELLENT! This was my first time booking a band and from start to finish the band was helpful, accommodating, and courteous. They came all dressed up and looked marvelous! We booked them for our Client Christmas Party and all of our clients loved them just as much as we did. They did a lot of requests and made all of the guests feel part of the party! Thank you so much for making our party a hit! Senior Consultants -- Jennifer V, Mesa, AZ, 12/10/2009
• The group was fantastic and everyone at the party came up to me and said " Where on earth did you find this band, they are the best we have ever had at our reunions ", and I ought to know as I hired all of them. Thanks for making me look like a hero and like I did something great for my classmates. The band knew every song requested and closed the night with an old favorite from when we were all in high school..Harlem Nocturn.. Thanks Melodaires.. -- George B, Tucson, AZ, 9/19/2009
• My mother's 95th birthday party was a great hit with the band Melodaires, they played all the music that she liked. The band was very professional,on time and played for 4 hours. I would have them play again for me and would highly recommend for your next party. Great jobs guys and thanks again my mom is still talking about the music. -- Steve A, Peoria, AZ, 10/3/2009
• We had the Melodaires perform at our daughter's wedding reception on 03-06-09....they were a hit! They came decked out in tuxes--they looked great and their music was wonderful! Very retro, big band....they were enjoyed by all! Clare Alexander (the leader of the band) was wonderful to work with...easy to contact and very willing to play to our requests! We can without reservation recommend the Melodaires! -- Liz F, Glendale, AZ, 3/6/2009
• Absolutely fantastic band! They rocked my wedding reception, and boy did they rock it good. Every last one of my guests was in awe as to how good they were. They played every single song requested and much much more. They showed up before the time required with their own exceptional sound equipment and played hard all the way to the last minute. These cats are all the way live! You just don't come across bands like this everyday...don't pass this band up. You will not be let down, I promise. Thanks again guys! -- Sean M, Phoenix, AZ, 5/26/2007
• The band was wonderful. They arrived early to set up and even started early. They were dressed appropriately and played the perfect mixture of music. These gentemen were such a treat to have and really got the crowd excited for the rest of the evening. Thank you so much for making our night memorable!!!!!!!!!!!! -- Gina R, Tempe, AZ, 8/23/2008
• The band was absolutely wonderful. My husband and I hired them to play our wedding. Our guests raved about the band and were very impressed. Clare was more than willing to help with song selection and was even willing to learn new songs. We highly recommend Melodaires. -- Sarah N, Houston, TX, 3/28/2009
• We loved them!! They were so easy do to business with, Clare Alexander was a pleasure and they were FANTASTIC!! They played every request we gane them and were such fun. I'd like to take them to FL with me next year. -- Sharon K, Phoenix, AZ, 12/1/2007
• Melodaires Band was the perfect choice for our daughter's wedding. They were not only wonderful and accomplished musicians, they played just the right music and played to our small group just as if we were a large crowd. They interacted with all of our guests and each other in an easy, humorous manner. Everyone in attendance, young and old, commented on how much they enjoyed the band, and not just their music, which was phenomenol, but their personalities. All members dressed in tuxedoes and presented as very professional and accomodated a last minute change of the keyboardist being asked to move his equipment between the ceremony and reception, which was very much appreciated. We would definately recommend them for any function, small or large, and hope to have the opportunity to use their services again sometime. -- Michelle M, Goodyear, AZ, 5/5/2007
• This band was fabulous !!!! We hired them for a 50th Anniversary party. I had no idea about hiring a live band. They were on time, dressed up, played beautifully, and even added a bit of humor to the evening. Many of the guests (young and older) came to me throughout the evening to tell me how awesome the band was. I highly recommend the Melodaires, and I would definitly call them again if I need a band !!! Thanks Clare and the rest of the band ! -- Chriis H, Chandler, AZ, 11/20/2010
• This band was wonderful! They were very talented, had a great variety of songs, and were more than happy to do any requests. Their music was just perfect for our 90th birthday party. Our mom said it was the perfect band. they were not to loud, so we could visit while they played. we danced, enjoyed listening, and had perfect 'background' music while we ate. I would not hesitate to have them again. -- Carolyn W, Tempe, AZ, 10/23/2011
• Clare was incredible with follow-up and follow through. He worked with our list of songs, our schedule, our long-distance situation, our location, EVERYTHING. I am sure with the sax their talent would have increased even more (but our budget and venue were too small!!). We appreciated their talent, professionalism, promptness, and flexibility. They've been playing for 50 years and they know that music makes the party. Our celebration wouldn't have been a success without them!!! -- Jennifer M, Mesa, AZ, 12/22/2007
• The residents were so thankful - the music just brought tears of joy to their eyes. Everyone loved and truly enjoyed them - absolutely fabulous entertainers. -- Julie F, Mesa, AZ, 10/14/2010
• I can't begin to describe the awesome experience we had with then band under the directi8on of "Doc" Chaney. They came two hours early to set up, all had awesome personalities and the talent was beyond anything I could have expected. This was for my father in laws surprse 70th birthday and he was in the band in the navy. He wished they could have stayed longer. This was an awesome experience and would most definetly use them again!!! Todd and Tricia Thompson -- Tricia T, Gilbert, AZ, 9/1/2007
• This band exceeded my expectations. Our company Christmas party was a hit and everyone enjoyed themselves. The band played the era of music that I requested and they were awesome. I would definetley hire them again and refer them to anyone. Their gig bid fit very well within our budget and we absolutely got more for our money. Great Job Guys! -- Lisa R, Phoenix, AZ, 12/4/2010
• The Melodaires were wonderful! Everyone loved them and commented to me after (and during) the party how much they enjoyed them. I think they turned out to be the perfect performers for this party. They played the exact type of music this crowd wanted to hear and played it well, and every song encouraged dancers to the floor, which made the party loads of fun for all. -- Yvonne L, Mesa, AZ, 4/14/2010
• As coordinator or finding entertainment for our group, people told me this wss the best entertainment thus far. They were really great. So many peole asked me where I foundn them and I told them Gigmaster. I definitley feel we got our money's worth. Thank you. Christine Chaillie -- Christine C, Paradise Valley, AZ, 3/17/2011
• The band was amazing! The residents want to have them back to entertain for us. Everyone thought this was some of the best music they have heard in a long time! -- Isabel M, Mesa, AZ, 3/31/2010
• The band exceeded my expectations. They were wonderful. They made my wedding reception the coolest one ever, and not just for me, everyone else thought so too. They are excellent musicians and also were able to play every song that was requested. I hope the opportunity arises to hire them again for another event. It was magical. -- Tyler R, Peoria, AZ, 6/12/2010
• We found the Melodaires very entertaining, accommodating and fun. Everyone in attendance enjoyed their music (oldies) even though they were of mixed ages. Because of inclement weather we had to hold our party indoors and the band held the volume down so that we could talk and visit in a pleasant environment. We will definitely engage them again when we have another party, and we will highly recommend them to our friends. Dwight and Pat Purdy -- Patricia P, Chandler, AZ, 2/20/2010
• The Melodaires Band was very accommodating, by asking for song preferences, which most often they were able to play in expertise style. They arrived and were set up well in advance of the contracted time. The great vocal accompaniment to the music added the perfect touch to the enjoyment of the song. -- Alta W, Sun City West, AZ, 12/3/2009
• I had the Melodaires Band for my mom & dads 50th wedding anniversary. They were professional and very accomodating for the event. Not to mention what nice guys they are. Everyone had a great time and if your looking for fun they provided that too. Thanks Melodaires!!! -- Howell K, Phoenix, AZ, 9/22/2007

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