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Sweet Something
- Washington, DC
- Jazz Band
- Travels up to 200 miles
- $900 - $3000
Overview
Retro, smooth, timeless. Sweet Something was created by vocalist and front-woman, Ariana Harbin, with the intention of bringing her favorite jazz tunes of yesteryear back to life. Expect to hear the great music of Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Julie London and more during the band's performance. So whether you're hosting a speakeasy event, or just have a group of old-timey music-lovers, Sweet Something would be happy to make your event even more special!
13 Reviews
We loved working with Sweet Something for our event -- it was an inaugural subscriber event and every guest raved about their music! We had to postpone our original date and the band was excellent to work with as we navigated that change. As people, they are kind, professional, cheerful, funny and fun. As a band they are incredibly talented and provided the perfect atmosphere for our Valentine's date night! We look forward to working with them again at future events! Thank you!!
Jazz Band
Response from Sweet Something:
Thank you so much for having us, Christine! It was a lovely night. We look forward to future events with you - stay awesome!
- Ariana
They were absolutely fabulous! Would hire them again in a second!
1920s Era Entertainment
Response from Sweet Something:
Thanks so much for having us - it was a wonderful, swanky evening. Happy holidays!
A BIG thanks to the band for making our reception a grand event
1940s Era Entertainment, Jazz Singer, Jazz Band
Sweet Something we're a real pleasure to work with for our event. They showed up on time and were very professional. We look forward to hiring them at our next event.
Acoustic Band, Jazz Singer, Jazz Band
Response from Sweet Something:
It was a wonderful evening! Thank you so much for having us, and we're excited for your next event as well!
Ariana and the band were amazing. They were the perfect sound for our fancy dinner at the Top of the Hay restaurant and I couldn't be happier with their performance. Ariana is very responsive to e-mails. They were prompt, professional, and fun. I would recommend this group to anyone wanting to be sure that their event will be successful.
Thanks again Sweet Something - you were terrific!
Jazz Singer, Jazz Band
Sweet Something was wonderful! They were a ton of fun and their music really elevated the evening. We threw a Roaring 20s party for my fiance's 30th and their smooth jazz was just perfect. Guests raved about the music and I know at least one asked for their card! Would certainly hire again!!
1920s Era Entertainment, 1930s Era Entertainment, Jazz Band
Response from Sweet Something:
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was our pleasure, and the evening was beautiful. We wish you both many more amazing memories and happy times!
- Ariana
Photos from this event
Wow. It’s hard to put into words how amazing this collection of artists are. Our intimate event started with unexpectedly awesome weather that had lost guests outdoors while Sweet Something got going but we could hear and see them from outside. When we gravitated indoors though, their passion and energy took over the night. I couldn’t have been more pleased with them and we will be making up a spare room for them to come play again and again.
Jazz Singer, Jazz Band
Response from Sweet Something:
Thank you so much, Matthew! It was our pleasure to be a part of such a magical evening. We appreciate your kindness, and can't wait to perform for you again!
Sweet Something put on a great performance for the National Park Service: George Washington Memorial Parkway's 4th annual Juneteenth Celebration this year. Despite COVID-19 almost canceling the event, Ariana and her bandmates were very flexible and professional in facilitating a pre-recorded virtual event that premiered on the George Washington Memorial Parkway's Facebook page. Sweet Something performed very moving renditions of classic American poetry that really connected with our virtual audience. We highly recommend them for live and virtual events.
Jazz Singer, Jazz Band
Sweet Something has performed at three benefit events our non-profit organization has held, all to rave reviews! Their music is superb, and adds a classy touch to any event; and they are super easy to work with. Ariana is responsive throughout the booking process; they are timely, professional, and top notch musicians. We continue to get glowing reviews from guests about how much they enjoyed the timeless music provided by Sweet Something.
Jazz Singer, Jazz Band
Response from Sweet Something:
Thanks so much, Wendy! It's always a pleasure.
Ariana and the Sweet Something Jazz band were a joy to work with. I booked them for a virtual 2-hour event for my university. They performed for our virtual Jazz in the Garden event and I appreciated how easy going they were. It was a great event that our students really enjoyed sharing with their families. Ariana went above and beyond to communicate with me and make sure that the sound quality was perfect.
Jazz Singer
Response from Sweet Something:
Thanks Lauren! It was super fun - I'm glad everyone enjoyed the performance!
They were fantastic. Made the whole evening something to remember. Great people, great professionals, superb musicians. Book’em.
Jazz Band
Response from Sweet Something:
Thanks so much, Abby! It was a pleasure to perform for such lovely people. We're happy we could make your birthday celebration even more special.
Sweet Something performed for our staff winter party. They were wonderful. If you are looking for a classy band, don't go any further and book Sweet Setting for your event!
Acoustic Band, Jazz Singer, Jazz Band
I hired Sweet Something to play my wedding this past Summer. They were amazing to work with - even learned a song that me and my sweetheart love ("Dream A Little Dream of Me")! All band members were on time and were friendly and professional. Their stage presence is flawless and captivating. I'm still getting compliments on how amazing they were. Hire Sweet Something for your wedding or public event - you won't regret it!
1940s Era Entertainment, Jazz Singer, Wedding Band, Jazz Band
Response from Sweet Something:
Thank you very much, Alecks! It was a pleasure performing on your special day. We all wish you and Andy a most amazing happily ever after!
Booking Info
Price Range: $900 - $3000
Gig Length: 30 - 240 minutes
Languages: English, French, Spanish
Website: Visit website
What to Expect
We aim to provide tasteful music that is enjoyable to everyone! We are a group of friendly and professional musicians who love what we do, and we focus on creating a warm, laid-back atmosphere for our clients and their guests to ensure that everyone is happy and comfortable.
You're able to book our duo (vocals and keys), trio (vocals, keys, bass), or quartet (vocals, keys, bass, drums).
About
Sweet Something was created by vocalist and front-woman, Ariana Harbin, with the intention of bringing her favorite jazz tunes of yesteryear back to life. Expect to hear the great music of Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Julie London and more during the band's performance. Sweet Something's sound is smooth and timeless, featuring a diverse and talented lineup: Ariana's vocal roots began in gospel choirs, pianist Caleb Nei is an immensely talented jazz performer, double bassist Ricardo Herrera is classically trained, and drummer Aaron Ivey is a young talent, local to DC. The group has provided entertainment for various events in the DMV area, including weddings, corporate events and cocktail hours, charity galas, retirement parties, and more, and has performed at venues like The Army Navy Club, The DC Botanic Gardens, The Smithsonian American Art Museum, The Watergate Hotel, and many more.
Sweet Something can perform with either a duo (vocals and keys), trio (vocals, keys, and bass) or quartet (vocals, keys, bass, and drums) depending on the event.
So whether you're hosting a speakeasy event, or just have a group of old-timey music-lovers, Sweet Something would be happy to make your event even more special!
Additional Booking Notes
We can provide a full PA system suitable for small to medium-sized events. All we need is an outlet!
Services Offered
Set List
All Of Me – Billie Holiday
Almost Like Being In Love – Nat King Cole
Beyond The Sea/La Mer – Bobby Darin/Chantal Chamberland
Cheek To Cheek – Ella & Louis
Dancing On The Ceiling – Chet Baker
Day In, Day Out – Ella FItzgerald
He's A Tramp – Peggy Lee
I Get A Kick Out Of You – Frank Sinatra
L-O-V-E – Nat King Cole
Love Me Or Leave Me – Peggy Lee
On The Sunny Side Of The Street – Billie Holiday
Pennies From Heaven – Sarah Vaughan
That Old Black Magic – Ella Fitzgerald
There Will Never be Another You – Chet Baker
Way You Look Tonight, The – Frank Sinatra
You Make Me Feel So Young – Frank Sinatra
A Kiss To Build A Dream On – Louis Armstrong
Ain't Misbehavin' – Dinah Washington/Fats Waller
All The Things You Are - Ella
April In Paris – Ella & Louis
Autumn Leaves - Ella
Bewitched – Sinatra/Ella
Black Coffee – Sarah Vaughan
Blue Moon – Ella/Billie
Dance Me To the End of Love – Leonard Cohen/Madeleine Peyroux
Dream A Little Dream Of Me – Ella Fitzgerald
Gee Baby, Ain't I Good To You – Ella/Louis
I Don't Know Enough About You – Peggy Lee
If I Had You – Etta Jones
Is You Is Or Is You Ain't (Ma' Baby) – Louis Jordan
La Javanaise – Madeleine Peyroux
La Vie En Rose – Louis
Mood Indigo – Duke Ellington/Ella
Night And Day - Ella
Orange Colored Sky – Nat King Cole
Our Love is Here to Stay – Ella/Louis
Stella By Starlight - Ella
Summertime – Ella/Louis
That's All – Nat King Cole
Teach Me Tonight – Dinah Washington
They Can’t Take That Away From Me – Ella/Louis
Till There Was You – Etta Jones
Under A Blanket Of Blue / Ella/Louis
Very Thought Of You, The – Billie Holiday
Why Don't You Do Right? – Peggy Lee
Fly Me To The Moon – Frank Sinatra
Girl From Ipanema, The – Jobim/Sinatra
Insensatez (How Insensitive) – Astrud Gilberto
La Samba de Mon Coeur Qui Bat – Coralie Clement
Out Of Nowhere – Dean Martin
Quizas, Quizas, Quizas – Andrea Bocelli
S’Wonderful – Gershwin/Joao Gilberto
So Nice (Summer Samba) – Bebel Gilberto
Sway – Julie London
Look Of Love, The – Burt Bacharach/ Diana Krall
Shadow Of Your Smile, The – Astrud Gilberto
Unforgettable – Nat King Cole
Autumn In New York – Ella/Louis
Cry Me A River – Julie London
Don't Go to Strangers - Etta Jones
Early Autumn - Ella
Everything Happens To Me – Chet Baker
Good Morning Heartache – Billie Holiday
I'll Be Seeing You – Billie Holiday
I've Got A Crush On You - Ella
I Want A Little Sugar In My Bowl – Nina Simone
Like Someone In Love – Ella Fitzgerald
Misty – Julie London
Moon River – Audrey Hepburn
Moonlight In Vermont - Ella
Moonlight Serenade – Frank Sinatra
My Funny Valentine – Chet Baker
Nearness Of You, The – Nancy Wilson
Over The Rainbow (Somewhere) – Judy Garland
Prelude to a Kiss – Ella/Sarah Vaughan
Round Midnight - Ella
What A Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong
You Go To My Head – Billie Holiday
A Sunday Kind Of Love – Etta James
Aged And Mellow – Esther Williams
At Last – Etta James
Feelin' Good - Nina Simone
Georgia On My Mind – Ray Charles
Hallelujah I Just Love Her So – Ray Charles
Nothing Can Change This Love I Have For You – Sam Cooke
Stormy Weather – Etta James
That's Life – Frank Sinatra
Trouble Then Satisfaction – Louis Jordan
Yesterday – The Beatles
You Send Me – Sam Cooke
Holiday Songs:
The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Blue Christmas
Winter Wonderland
Let it Snow
This Christmas
Santa Baby
The Christmas Waltz
Mele Kalikimaka
Please Come Home for Christmas
White Christmas
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Sleigh Ride
It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas
Silver Bells
Auld Lange Syne
Team
| Ricardo Herrera | Double Bass |
| Aaron Ivey | Drums |
| Ariana Harbin | Vocalist |
| Caleb Nei | Pianist |
Influences & Inspiration
Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Peggy Lee, Sarah Vaughn, Julie London.
Setup Requirements
All we need is an outlet - we will provide the rest!
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