Entertaining, reliable, affordable music from Solo Artist to Full Band for any event. Whether you have a formal wedding, corporate party, birthday party, private function or a backyard jam, Martin Franco is the right choice for irresistible party music and entertainment by world class musicians and singers.
From Current Dance Hits to Latin Club Burners, Classic Rock and Smooth Jazz, Martin Franco provides the perfect soundtrack for your party. We go the extra mile to guarantee you a successful and unforgettable event.
We cover ALL your entertainment needs including Solo Musicians, Duos, Trios, Quartets, Full Dance Bands, Dance Lessons and DJ.
Martin travels all over the country and has bands and musicians located in many cities including: California (San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, San Diego, Lake Tahoe/Reno, Monterrey, Mendocino, Central Valley), Las Vegas, New York and Miami. Open to travelling to other cities and countries as well.
WE SPECIALIZE IN:
- Romantic Wedding Music
- Jazz & Blues
- R&B Hits
- Dance & House Club Hits
- Classic & Contemporary Rock
- Classic, Latin & Smooth Jazz
- Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, Bolero, Cha & Quebradita
- Reggae
- Funk
- Blues
- Motown & More
SERVICES INCLUDE:
- Complete "Wedding Package" including planning, ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner jazz and Variety Dance Band or DJ/Variety Singer & Saxophonist for
the reception.
- Free event planning to best assist you with your entertainment needs and preferences.
- Saxophonist for Weddings & Events (Classical, Jazz, Pop, Bolero, R&B, Romantic).
- Acoustic/Electric Guitarist for Weddings & Events (Classical, Jazz, Blues, Bolero, R&B, Romantic).
- Variety Dance Party for all events. Flexible size according to your budget.
- Jazz Soloist or Groups for all events playing Classic, Standards, Bossa, Latin and Smooth Jazz. Flexible in size according to budget (Solo, Duo, Trio, Quartet etc.)
- Authentic Latin Dance Band (Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, Bolero, Cha, Quebradita). Flexible size according to your budget.
- Latin dance lessons and dancers available by request.
- Flexible Songs Lists and DJ music during breaks including special requests.
- Appropriate attire including Black Tie, Elegant Casual and Theme Parties.
Martin Franco, an alumni of Berklee College of Music, is a passionate and talented vocalist, saxophonist, keyboardist, guitarist and DJ. Originally from New York City, having traveled the globe playing music, Martin Franco brings his versatile style of international sounds to California and the world. He plays in a variety of settings including solo (with backing tracks), duo with stellar female vocalists, duo with guitar or piano, trio, quartet, quintet and with his Variety Dance Band "Mambo Soul".
Martin Franco enjoys playing Romantic Ballads, Standards, Traditional Wedding Classics, Bossa Novas, Boleros, Classical, Soul, Blues, Gospel, Latin, Smooth, Holiday, R&B, Reggae, and Rock Ballads on the Sax. He loves entertaining Dancers by singing R&B, Latin, Funk and Classic Rock Hits and has played hundreds if not thousands of wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, dinner hours, wedding receptions, anniversaries, birthday parties, festivals, clubs and corporate events throughout Northern and Southern California as well as all over North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia.
A consummate professional, Martin Franco can help you plan the perfect entertainment including song selections for your wedding or other event. For that special sound that will touch your heart and soul, Martin Franco is your ticket to a night of marvelous memories.
Martin Franco features some of California's finest musicians who groove with an upbeat mix of R&B, Latin and Funky dance music. Playing material from the 50's, 60's 70's, 80's 90's, 2000's and today, Martin Franco lays down a rich texture of rhythms combined with female and male vocal harmonies that deliver an exciting mix of entertaining music guaranteed to make you dance.
Martin Franco's versatile repertoire includes hits by Santana, Bob Marley, Rolling Stones, Earth Wind & Fire, Sonora Dinamita, Tito Puente, Miles Davis as well as Rihanna, Beyonce, Janet & Michael Jackson, Mary J Blige, Alicia Keys. Whether playing R&B, Pop, House, Rock, Jazz, Cumbia, Salsa, Motown, or Reggae, Martin Franco will make your event an unforgettable experience.
Members of Martin Franco's bands have performed with Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Lopez, Jessica Simpson, Grupo Niche, El Chicano, Dr Loco and Kenny Burrell among others.
Martin Franco has performed in numerous wineries, upscale hotels, universities, Fortune 500 corporate events and various festivals throughout California.
Martin Franco's extraordinary guitarist, Tommy Huxley is also available for weddings, parties and events playing a mix of Classical, Jazz Standards, Bossa Nova, Rock and Blues hits.