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AZAMRA DJ

Azamra specializes in Jewish (Modern Orthodox, Traditional & Cultural), as well as classic American weddings. Whether you need music from DJ entertainment to a full orchestra, Azamra will work with you to plan your Jewish wedding. I am extremely familiar with all aspects of all kinds of Jewish weddings. I’ve performed at hundreds of events, some more traditionally observant with kabbalat panim and chupah to completely secular, and everything in between.

If you are looking for the best music (traditional Jewish to classics & clubby), beat-mixed dance music, American classics, as well as minimal/no-hype MC work, then Azamra is your go-to DJ company.

I love my clients. All events are treated with the utmost attention so at the event there are zero surprises.

With decades of experience making thousands of couples happy (as well as working in NYC nightclubs), you can rest assured that your event will be exactly how you envisioned it.

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516-771-9388
azamradj@gmail.com
www.azamradj.com
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Location: NYC based, but have been hired throughout the US to do events. In the past few years, I have performed at weddings in Phoenix, St Louis, Boston and Washington DC.
Willing to travel: Yes

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Past couples’ comments

DJ Jeff at this point is part of our family. Daniel and I flew him to our wedding in St Louis as he was the only DJ who could incorporate our requested Jewish songs with English pop and it all! He is reliable, fun, and worked so well with our band! We even had DJ Jeff at our sheva brachot a few days after in NJ because not only did Daniel and I love him so much but my family fell in love! We will continue to use DJ Jeff for all family Simchas!”

Racquel Balsam Goldberg

Jeff was very accommodating and flexible, and quick to respond to communication as we planned our wedding. He helped us tailor the entire night to exactly what we wanted. He brought amazing energy from NY all the way to Boston!”

Danielle Davidoff

The bride and groom as all the guests had a great time. Many guests said what a fabulous time they had. Jeff provides a wide array of both religious and secular music. He is patient and listens to what you say, offers suggestions and follows through with providing what you want and have asked for.

He really works with you to personalize your event. Jeff provided music for our children’s wedding at the cocktail hour, the ceremony and the reception. He offers lighting services that really positively affect the mood of the venue. Thank you Jeff!”

Pamela Langstein

After planning a wedding with little time, we felt a little lost in terms of vendors. We really hit the jackpot with Jeff! I am so happy we crossed paths! Jeff had the most wonderful reviews and I can assure you they are what pushed me in his direction, after speaking on the phone and giving him a little background info – his entire personality was an instant selling point.

He understood things I thought were a bit odd (not wanting a long first dance, having less attention drawn to us throughout the night) and made me feel great about them. Amazing to work with, organized, personable, and truly keeps the party going! Even with a smaller crowd, the music was high energy and the mood fantastic.

I can’t thank Jeff enough for everything he did for us & hope we get the chance to work together in the future!”

Danise Pimpinella

Azamra DJ is the absolute BEST music for any event. Jeff did an incredible job at my wedding – he is so accommodating, responsive, and easygoing. You can tell he is truly invested in the personalization of your event. He coordinated a mixture of a live band during my cocktail hour and ceremony, and then his amazingly fun DJ-ing for the reception.

He worked with me on a playlist that included all our favorite music, and played everything in an order and tempo that set the tone for the evening and kept my guests partying until the very end. Azamra was easily the best vendor that I booked for the entire event! I cannot recommend them enough!!!”

Leora Graber

We asked Jeff to DJ both our engagement party and wedding, he did not disappoint! Jeff was great with communicating prior to the event to make sure everything went perfectly.

Our wedding was incredible with music that had literally everyone on the dance floor! We will continue to use Jeff for all parties in the future 🙂 Thank you again.”

Alexandra Campbell

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A Stella York Bride for a Winter Jewish Wedding Filled with Warmth at The Grove, Chandler’s Cross, UK

08/05/2023 by Karen Cinnamon

We love it when a couple assembles a fabulous team of Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendors to make their Jewish wedding the day of their dreams – and that’s exactly what today’s couple did.

Sophie, who works in account management for a marketing agency, and Josh, a chartered accountant working at a fintech company, made it official at The Grove in Hertfordshire, a local spot that was truly the perfect fit for their glam winter wedding.

Their overarching goal was “a stylish wedding with a room filled with love and warmth” – and judging by the moving photos by Paul Toeman and video by #STGvendor Denee Motion – both of whom Sophie and Josh adored working with – they achieved it and then some.

#STGvendor Big Day Designs “were so helpful and produced the most stylish and beautiful stationery and invitations,” and two fabulous #STGvendors came together for an epic night of music: Eitan Freilich served as Sophie and Josh’s chazzan, and The Function Band handled the rest. Both were “absolutely incredible.”

In Sophie’s words, “Eitan helped us with options as we were not sure beforehand what we would like, although we did know we wanted to have the songs to tunes of songs that we know.”

As for The Function Band – the lead singer of which happens to be Josh’s first cousin – “they really went over and above what we were expecting for us both and our families,” not only providing the kind of music that kept guests on the dancefloor all night long but also helping in coordinating the day.

There’s so much more to say about this beautiful wedding, but we’ll turn you over to Sophie – who looked so elegant in Stella York – for the rest…

How we Met

Sophie, the bride: We met in our first year of uni (Nottingham Trent) and started going out in second year. We have been together for 8 and a half years and bought our first home together in January 2021.Continue Reading

Win a Romantic Night For Two at the Pan Pacific London, A Haven of Serenity in the Heart of the City

02/05/2023 by Karen Cinnamon

Freya and David‘s Jewish wedding at the Pan Pacific | Photo by Dominika Miechowska

If you’re looking for a luxurious haven in the heart of London to host your Jewish wedding, Pan Pacific London is the absolute perfect venue – and I’m so delighted to be able to offer you the chance to win an overnight stay at this stunning luxury hotel that combines Singaporean hospitality with London design.

Located in the center of the City in One Bishopsgate Plaza, Pan Pacific London‘s location is unrivaled. Juxtaposing the best of old and new London architecture, One Bishopsgate Plaza showcases not only a modern bronze tower, but also the 144 year old One Devonshire House. Add in some serene Singaporean flair, and you’ve got the perfect backdrop for a Jewish wedding.

Freya and David‘s Jewish wedding at the Pan Pacific | Photo by Dominika Miechowska

Naturally, Pan Pacific London is known for its world-class service. The hotel’s events team are passionate about working with each and every couple to plan a day tailored to your individual needs and tastes.

The hotel’s dedicated Event Emporium – the only one of its kind in the city – is an immersive experience that turns those important occasions into sensory experiences. Absolutely no detail is spared during inspirational one-on-one sessions; from the softness of the linen to the curation of personalised menus and the scent of the room, there are no limits other than your imagination. Pan Pacific London’s dedicated Celebrations Connoisseurs are ready and waiting to help you create a bespoke Jewish wedding that will exceed your wildest dreams.

Focus on Wellbeing

Part of what makes Pan Pacific London special is its focus on bringing serenity and wellbeing to the bustling City. Nowhere is this better encapsulated than in the hotel’s world-class SENSORY Wellbeing, a destination floor dedicated exclusively to holistic health and featuring the most technologically advanced hotel gym and facilities in London.

Enjoy a personalized approach to everything from treatments to customised exercise, and access to an expert team of health professionals available to help you achieve your specific goals.

Oh, and did we mention the epic infinity pool with sweeping panoramic views over Bishopsgate Plaza?! There’s no place better to relax before (or after!) all the chaos of the big day.

Fine Dining, Singaporean Style

Pan Pacific London is also home to a variety of fine dining options, including Straits Kitchen, showcasing Singaporean cuisine and featuring the largest Chinese wine offering in London.

The Orchid Lounge is an inviting living room offering light snacks and refreshments throughout the day as well as a seasonally-inspired Afternoon Tea collection, paired with the finest English sparkling wines.

Ginger Lily brings the bar culture of Singapore to the City, serving up cocktails in lively and luxurious surroundings. And Straits Bar offers one of London’s largest mocktail menus – come check out the 12 new mocktails they’ve recently debuted!

A JEWISH WEDDING AT THE PAN PACIFIC LONDON

Whatever your style and event needs, Pan Pacific London’s got it covered with their comprehensive packages. Inspired by the sculptures located in Singapore’s Gardens By the Bay, their collections – Fern, Lotus, Moongate, and Dragonfly – are designed to deliver on your perfect day. You can see full details of all the options here.

A Range of Spaces

Pan Pacific London’s got a fantastic range of gorgeous spaces to meet your unique needs, whether you’re having a big bash or an intimate wedding of just your nearest and dearest – or anything in between!

Pacific Ballroom

With exclusive access from Bishopsgate Plaza via a glass escalator and lift, Pan Pacific’s majestic double-height subterranean ballroom (the only one within the Square Mile) is nothing short of extraordinary. Featuring contemporary design, the Pacific Ballroom is the quintessence of grandeur and grace.

Offering a neutral color palette, Swarovski crystal chandeliers, and state of the art technology that allows you to share special moments in the moment, globally – so perfect for spread-out Jewish families! – the ballroom is an unrivaled venue for larger celebrations. It can accommodate 280 for dinner and dancing or 400 for a ceremony or standing reception.

Pacific Ballroom Foyer

Flooded with natural daylight that cascades through the glass escalator, the Pacific Ballroom Foyer is a dedicated pre-function area offered in conjunction with the ballroom. The space provides a dedicated cloakroom and private washroom facilities. It can accommodate 280 for a standing reception.

Green Dragon

Located on the fifth floor and offering magnificent views over Bishopsgate Plaza through floor to ceiling windows, Green Dragon, which represents good fortune, is perfect for intimate occasions. Possessing a neutral palette for ease of styling, and coming accompanied with a separate private pre-function area, Green Dragon is a unique choice for those looking to do things differently. It accommodates 40 for dinner and dancing, or 50 for a ceremony or standing reception.

A Sincerity Bride for a Jewish Wedding with a Fabulous Floral Chuppah at the Midland Hotel, Manchester, UK

01/05/2023 by Karen Cinnamon

Get ready to be blown away by today’s FABULOUS floral chuppah! Our Brides Club member Stacey, a Senior Executive Assistant, and Anthony, a Managing Director, opted to make trees the focal point of their Manchester Jewish wedding aesthetic, and we are absolutely obsessed with their tree chuppah! Get ready to be wowed when you scroll through the fantastic photos by Rob Clayton.

We’re equally in love with the amazing kosher catering by Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Feast by Ed. In Stacey’s words, the food was “unreal” from start to finish, with guests raving about how delicious it all was – and to cap things off, Feast by Ed served up a chocolate tree for dessert to match the décor – how amazing is that?!

We loved having Stacey in our Brides Club, and we’re so pleased to hear she not only found the group incredibly helpful for advice and support but also used an exclusive Brides Club discount code for her gorgeous wedding kippot!

We’ll let Stacey tell you the rest of the story in her own words…

How We Met

Stacey, the bride: We met on JSwipe- Anthony had been in London for a weekend and we matched. Anthony is from Manchester and I am from London so we ended up speaking for hours on end and lots of travelling up and down!Continue Reading

An Anne Barge Bride for a Colorful Jewish Wedding at the Museum of Science, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

24/04/2023 by Karen Cinnamon

Today’s joyful Boston Jewish wedding is all about color! Hannah, who works in strategy & operations at a health tech company, and Sam, who’s getting his PhD in biomedical engineering, set out to create a vibrant celebration of their love.

They worked with their planner, Smashing The Glass Recommended Vendor Primavera Dreams, to make their colorful, floral dreams a reality – from tons of whimsical, bright flowers to asking guests to dress colorfully! Photographer Alex Paul and videographer Rachel of Olive Ewe Productions captured the day so perfectly.

And how cute is it that the venue, Boston’s Museum of Science, was also the site of the couple’s first date (way back when they were in high school)?!

There’s so much more to say about this very special Jewish wedding, but we’ll turn you over to Hannah to continue the story…