CUSTODE & PARISI Jazz Duo/Trio/Quartet

Whether you choose a duo, trio, quartet or larger group, you can expect all members of the ensemble to arrive early, set up discretely, dress appropriately, play and act professionally, and interact with your guests respectfully.

Regarding sound quality:
We carry our own state of the art sound equipment and have the ability to easily tap into any existing house sound system.

Regarding the style of music & size of the group:
Neither the quality or repertoire are affected by the size of the group selected. All configurations consistently perform at the highest level. Addtionally, because of the ability to perform as a duo/trio/quartet, we can accomodate venues as small as a home living room, to venues as large as a ballroom. This flexibility allows us to accomodate both budgets and venues, large and small.

Custode & Parisi

"Best Jazz Act – Artvoice Best of Buffalo 2015, 2014, 2013 & 2011"

Society Jazz / Swing / Standards / New Standards

When one thinks back to the excitement of the “Rat Pack” days, it is usually with an endearing sense of nostalgia. Unfortunately, in today’s nightclub marketplace, those days have been left behind. Such was the impetus that propelled two of Western New York’s most sought-after and respected musicians to combine their talents to recreate what has become a lost art form – the “Supper Club” sound.

The ensemble, know simply as Custode & Parisi, most often performs as a duo, trio or quartet. However, if the occasion arises, the trio can be expanded to virtually any size. This gives the client the ability to structure the group to fit their individual need, without sacrificing the quality of the musical presentation.

As local musicians performing professionally in the Western New York area for well over 40 years, Lew Custode and Steve Parisi have had the opportunity to participate in numerous venues. Corporate, professional, and festival clients that have utilized, and/or continue to utilize their talents, include: Dick & Jenny's Bake and Brew, Papaya, The Wilson House, Lebro's, Market Café at Wegman's, The Adam’s Mark Hotel, Seneca Niagara Casino, Disney Talent, The Buffalo Sabres, Buffalo/Niagara International Airport, Wegman’s Supermarkets, Zuzon Grille, Harry’s Harbour Place, John’s Flaming Hearth, The Boulevard Mall, The Home Depot, Buffalo State College, The University of Buffalo, Erie Community College, 1 M&T Plaza, The Pine Avenue Business Association, The American Cancer Society, Promedicus Health Care, The Gateway Jazz Festival, The Lewiston Jazz Festival, CanalFest, The Can-Am Jazz Festival, as well as numerous festivals and businesses throughout the Western New York, Central New York and Southern Ontario area.

Perfect for those occassions that demand a sophisticated atmoshphere, Custode & Parisi perform the music of the Great American Songbook spanning decades!

For small venues and private residences:
We are self contained and only require power at the bandstand. If the performance is outside, adequate cover must be supplied to protect against the elements; risers are not supplied by the band.

For larger venues:
Our sound is self-contained and we can provide a line out to be patched into the house system if needed. If the performance is outside, adequate cover must be supplied to protect against the elements; risers are not supplied by the band.