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Featured Member Midnight on the Water Top Performer

Midnight on the Water

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5.0 
(14 reviews)
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • String Trio
  • Travels up to 120 miles
  • $125 and up
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Fiddle tunes (Hawkins / Murphy / Krumm)

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Live house concert: Mazurka des écoliers de Saint Genest (Chabenat)

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Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (JS Bach)

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Georgia On My Mind (Ray Charles)

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Waking Up (Alter)

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All Of My Love (Led Zeppelin)

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Overview

Philly's most innovative string ensemble, playing classical, jazz, trad, pop, and the uncategorizable! There's lots of great groups out there, but what makes us unique is (1) the range of styles we not only perform but actually feel at home in; (2) the fact that we do all our own organizing, arrangements, and performances, resulting in a product that's at once more professional and personal; and (3) our blend of deep expertise and youthful excitement to play with one another and for you.


14 Reviews

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Ava N. B. • April 12, 2024

Incredible, intuitive musicians.

Midnight on the Water played at my wedding ceremony this past March and created a beautiful and serene atmosphere.

Hired as:
String Quartet, Wedding Band
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Stacie H. • April 3, 2024

Wonderful and relaxing

We had Dani play solo cello at out retirement community happy hour. The residents really enjoyed the performance and talent. We would definitely consider hiring from this group again.

Hired as:
Cellist
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Toni K. • January 26, 2024

A very special music treat. Great fun, too!

I was privileged to attend a private performance by this group! they brought both joy and high levels of musicianship to all of us. I am primarily a classical music lover, so I was thrilled, and a bit surprised, to find myself so totally engaged and with, entertained by, the trio. They were engaging both musically and personally. My retirement community has just engaged them for its 2024-25 music series, and I am sure that our listeners will be as excited about them as I am. Bravi tutti!

Hired as:
String Trio
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Paige S. • December 6, 2023

Dani, of Midnight on the Water, EXCELLENT!

Dani not only brought his outstanding talent as a cellist to our Victorian themed Christmas party, but also his energy of holiday happiness. He played every moment that we agreed to and was flexible enough to play Christmas songs we requested on the spot. He was on time, kind and accomodating - a true talented professional. I would hire him again in a heartbeat!

Hired as:
Cellist

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Anne H. • November 27, 2023

Wonderful performance!

Wonderful performance! Varied music, all played expertly. Musicians introduced the pieces they played and were very personable as well as informative.

Hired as:
Cellist, Fiddler, Mandolin Player, Multi-Instrumentalist, Viola Player, Violinist, World Music, String Trio
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Clay F. • November 19, 2023

Above and beyond

Great communication, performance, and went the extra mile to make sure my proposal went off without a hitch!

Hired as:
String Trio
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Jack L. • October 28, 2023

Such a wonderful trio!!

Midnight on the Water was everything we wanted and more for our wedding!! They played at our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour and sounded so amazing!

They have plenty of arrangements ready for you, and they also made arrangements for us on request, so we were able to request specific songs to walk down the aisle to which was amazing!!

Hired as:
Cellist, Fiddler, Pop Music, Viola Player, Wedding Band, String Trio
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Justin K. • October 28, 2023

Talented and Experienced Cellist!

Dani was a true professional from the start. He was so easy to work with and he played multiple song requests for a wedding ceremony and played them all beautifully. He's a very talented cellist and he arrived on time and well-dressed. Dani made the ceremony a huge success and several guests complimented his playing. I would recommend him for anyone's wedding ceremony or cocktail hour.

Here's a short video of him playing during the ceremony. He sounded incredible!

https://youtu.be/3FZGLeHc2nI

Hired as:
Cellist, Classical Duo
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Maggie D. • September 28, 2023

The Best String Trio for Our Wedding!

I can't say enough great things about Midnight On The Water! Their catalogue of everything from classical to contemporary music suited our needs for the ceremony (classical) and cocktail hour (classic rock, 90s grunge, etc) perfectly. My husband, myself and our guests thoroughly enjoyed the playlist they compiled. Dani, Nathan, & Tom are amazing talents and are so accommodating with special song requests. Hire them, you won't be sorry!

Hired as:
String Trio
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Deepak K. • September 17, 2023

Simply amazing

Tom came prepared for my proposal and did an amazing job. I gave him a couple songs I liked and he practiced them perfectly to be ready for my event. He even bought a brand new tux for my event ! I recommend Tom 1000x over!

Hired as:
Violinist
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Katy H. • September 5, 2023

Couldn't have asked for more professionalism, talent, or fun

Tom, Dani, and Nathan were very responsive to my messages and helpful from the start, making it easy to plan a benefit event at my Quaker meeting house. Their professionalism continued on the day of the event: they showed up early, set up swiftly, and were ready to go without any direction.

Then they provided an hour of sheer sonic magic. I work with a lot of musicians, and this was some of the most transportive music I've heard from a live ensemble - it's crazy that all that emotion and texture and richness can come from three people playing acoustic instruments. When the benefit wrapped up a little earlier than expected, I asked them to improvise some "outro" music on the spot. After conferring for about 10 seconds, they launched into one of the most extraordinary numbers of the whole afternoon.

Afterwards, they stayed to chat with some of the attendees. They were charming to everyone and also handled a tricky situation extremely smoothly when a problematic guest tried to monopolize their attention.

I couldn't have asked more from Midnight on the Water. Thank you, Tom, Dani, and Nathan!

Hired as:
Acoustic Band
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John F. • August 17, 2023

Great group, stellar musicians!

Dani, Nathan, and Tom are excellent musicians. I got to work with them in the studio in the production of some of their recent work, and you can tell just from their musicality, and their attentiveness to detail, that they are the cream of the crop. Crisp, elegant, provocative, and challenging arrangements of classic and current repertory - warming up for the recording, I overheard them practicing through a Bach chorale, but transposing up one half-step with each change in phrase... it certainly takes not only serious musical skill, but also a ton of innate talent to master an instrument like that.

I highly, highly recommend them - and as a recording engineer and a videographer whose worked alongside many talented musicians, this trio is among the best!

Hired as:
Classical Ensemble, Guitarist, Multi-Instrumentalist, String Trio
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Amy M. • August 7, 2023

FANTASTIC!!

I booked Tom, Nathan, and Dani for a house concert at my home. I was looking for something fun and different to do, and while I’ve always loved live music, I’d never tried hosting it myself, so I thought why not? I wasn’t sure how it worked, but Tom, Nathan, and Dani were very communicative and made everything easy. They took all my requests and were able to fit themselves right in front of the kitchen and play without even moving any furniture!

And the music… all I have to say is WOW. I’d asked for a lot of different sorts of music, and they did not disappoint, playing everything from my favorite Stevie Wonder song to some very beautiful folk music unlike anything I’d ever heard and everything in between. It was crazy how they were able to play all these different styles, and each one sounded different, but so good, and somehow they all fit together. Best of all, they were all not only very professional and talented, but also down-to-earth and friendly! It was easy to work with them, but also just easy to talk to them.

Also, it’s very very different experiencing professional music so up-close. If you’ve never had a chance hear musicians of this caliber play from only a few feet away and see how they interact and create their music, you really owe it to yourself at least once. My guests were thrilled, and I feel like my home is still ringing with the artistry and warmth they brought into it. So glad I took the plunge on this new experience. Thank you, Tom, Nathan, and Dani!

Hired as:
Acoustic Band, Americana Band, Bluegrass Band, Cellist, Celtic Music, Classical Ensemble, Fiddler, Folk Band, Guitarist, Multi-Instrumentalist, Pop Music, Viola Player, Violinist, Wedding Band, String Trio

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Linny • July 27, 2023

Had the whole neighborhood listening in to the house show

I was invited to a small house show that they were playing in my neighborhood. It was really sweet to see how a number of neighbors on the block were out on their porch just to listen. The range of music of music they played was astounding, and it all sounded so good. They are all very sweet humans and I hope I get to hear them again soon! I would happily book them for my future events.

Hired as:
String Trio

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Price Range: $125 and up

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What to Expect

Our years of experience performing music *and also* working with people and organizations mean that you can expect the highest standards of professionalism and musicianship from us. What's most unique about us, however, is our personal touch. Unlike other ensembles that feature a rotating cast of musicians under a single brand name, we're just us - Tom, Nathan, and Dani - and we do all our own correspondence, arranging, and performing. This results in a more distinctive, spontaneous, and mature sound, and also means that from the initial booking through through correspondence & preparation to your event itself, you'll be working with the same people who will actually perform for you.

When you book us, one of us (Tom, Nathan, or Dani) will be in touch with you to learn more about your event and how we can best enhance it. We'll provide a detailed contract so that all the logistical details (like arrival times, repertoire, sick policies, etc) are crystal clear. We'll stay in touch with you after signing to answer any further questions that arise as you prepare your event, and also, if you want, to custom-tailor a set list with you.

We rehearse a lot so that at your event our focus can be on you. Our specific goals differ widely for different types of events. At wedding ceremonies, parties, and receptions, our aim is to enhance the ambiance, not to be the center of attention. At events like concerts and contradances, our aim is to fully enthrall your ears - maybe with sounds so irresistible you and your guests can't NOT get up and dance. Again, we're happy to dialogue with you to learn what your goals our for your specific event!

In performance, we're unique in the range of musical styles we can feel at home in - again, that was the whole idea of our ensemble to begin with. We're happy to play complete programs of classical music, jazz, pop, or North Atlantic fiddle styles as well or better than any ensemble that specializes in these styles - or we can mix them together in whatever combination suits your taste!

About

Midnight on the Water started as an idea. The three of us have collectively played well over one thousand performances with classical, jazz, trad, and pop ensembles, but rarely have we met other string players who are equally at home across all those musical contexts - until we met one another! What would happen, we thought, if the three of us got together to play ALL the music in a single ensemble? Two years of music later, we're more excited about playing together than when we began, and we can't wait to play for you.

Collectively, we've played several hundred weddings over more than a decade and won repeated best-of awards from event coordinators like Gigmasters, Wedding Wire, and the Knot; founded and directed several music & dance programs and festivals; performed at venues like New York's Carnegie Hall, Boston's Institute of Contemporary Art, Prague's Rudolfinum, and on every continent except for South America and Antarctica; received degrees in music performance, musicology, and ethnomusicology from schools like the New England Conservatory, Berklee, and Princeton; and taught music at schools including Cornell University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Swarthmore College.

Additional Booking Notes

We require three armless chairs and, if playing outside, complete coverage. (Violins really don't like water!) We generally play acoustically, but depending on the repertoire you want for your event and the size of the space, we can also provide amplification.

Services Offered

String Trio Acoustic Band Americana Band Bluegrass Band Cellist Celtic Music Classical Duo Classical Ensemble Fiddler Folk Band Funeral Music Mandolin Player Multi-Instrumentalist Pop Music String Quartet Viola Player Violinist Wedding Band World Music

Upcoming Booked Events

April 27, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Wedding Reception
May 03, 2024 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm Dinner Party
May 05, 2024 • 1:30pm - 5:00pm Contradance (Arden DE)
May 11, 2024 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm Contradance (New York NY)
May 12, 2024 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm Wedding Ceremony
May 18, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
June 08, 2024 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm Cocktail Party
June 28, 2024 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm Wedding Ceremony
August 02, 2024 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm Contradance (Glen Echo DC)
August 03, 2024 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm Wedding Ceremony
August 31, 2024 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm Wedding Cocktail Hour
September 14, 2024 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm Wedding Reception
October 12, 2024 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm Wedding Ceremony
October 26, 2024 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm Wedding Ceremony

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Past Booked Events

April 21, 2024 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm Contradance (Brooklyn NY)
April 10, 2024 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm Contradance (Princeton NJ)
April 05, 2024 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm Contradance (Ottsville PA)
March 30, 2024 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
March 27, 2024 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm Cocktail Party
March 22, 2024 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm Wedding Ceremony
March 16, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm Christmas Party
March 16, 2024 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm House Party
March 16, 2024 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm Personal Occasion
February 24, 2024 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm Benefit Concert
February 24, 2024 • 1:15am - 2:30am Wedding Ceremony
February 23, 2024 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
December 09, 2023 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm Wedding Engagement
December 02, 2023 • 7:30pm - 9:00pm Christmas Party
November 26, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm Concert
November 18, 2023 • 2:00pm - 2:30pm Surprise
October 22, 2023 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm Wedding Ceremony
October 14, 2023 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm Wedding Ceremony
October 07, 2023 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm Wedding Ceremony
September 23, 2023 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm Wedding Ceremony
September 16, 2023 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm Surprise
September 16, 2023 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
September 03, 2023 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm Fundraiser
February 15, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm House Concert

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Set List

Our set lists vary widely depending on the type of event we're playing, and we're always happy to create custom set lists for clients. In general, we can play any repertoire advertised by any string ensemble.

Here's a few sample set lists:

CLASSICAL WEDDING CEREMONY & COCKTAIL HOUR
Processional: Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (JS Bach)
Bridal processional: Canon in D (Johann Pachelbel)
Sand ceremony / ring warming / unity candle, etc: Ave Maria (Franz Schubert)
Recessional: La Rejouissance from the Royal Fireworks Music (George Frideric Handel)
Cocktail hour:
Entrance of the Queen of Sheba (George Frideric Handel)
Air in G (JS Bach)
Bourree in F (George Frideric Handel)
Trumpet Tune (Henry Purcell)
Largo from the Four Seasons (Antonio Vivaldi)
Trumpet Voluntary (Jeremiah Clarke)
Rondeau (Jean-Joseph Mouret)
Air from Water Music in F (George Frideric Handel)
Bourree from Water Music in F (George Frideric Handel)
Hornpipe from Water Music in D (George Frideric Handel)

1-HR MULTI-GENRE CONCERT ON THE THEME OF LOVE
Isn't She Lovely (Stevie Wonder)
Canon & Gigue in D Major (Johann Pachelbel)
Waking Up (Myriam Alter)
Por una cabeza (Carlos Gardel)
Da Slockit Light (Tom Anderson) / Inisheer (Thomas Walsh) / Ashokan Farewell (Jay Ungar)
All Of Me (jazz standard)
Meditation from Thaïs (Jules Massenet)
Fractions of Mast (Dani Hawkins) / Reign of Love (Keith Murphy) / Whiskey Business (Tom Krumm)
All of My Love (Led Zeppelin)
Georgia On My Mind (Ray Charles)
An Bradán Feasa (Nathan Bishop) / Slängpolska efter Juringius (Trad. Swedish)

CONTRADANCE
Reels:
Old Joe / Kitchen Girl
Maxime LeBlanc / Fleur de Mandragore
Curvy Road to Corinth / Torn Jacket
Galway Rambler / Bees Wax Sheep Skin
Banshee / Coalminer
Brenda Stubbert’s / The High Drive
Mountain Road / Mineral Bluff
La Belle Gaspesie / Brumley Brae
Father Kelly’s / Frank’s Reel

Jigs:
Apples in Winter (Em) /The Wild One (Dm)
Rolling Wave (D) / Indian Point (Em)
Out on the Ocean (G) (P1) / Out on the Road (P2) (D)
Road to Lisdoonvarna / Dark Girl in Blue / Star above the Garter
Maison de Glace / Gold Ring

Waltzes:
Le Voyage de la Diabline (Trip to Provence)
Call of the West
Haapavesi
Westphalia Waltz
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