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The Carolina Moondogs
(5)
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Fuquay Varina, NC -
Wedding Band
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9 Verified Bookings
Nancy G. said “Awesome! Great selection of tunes and our guests really enjoyed the whole event!”
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Overview
Jazz, Swing, Latin Jazz, and Blues for your listening and/or dancing pleasure
7 Reviews
Christine H. •
July 22, 2022
This is the second time we've had them play for us this year and the response from the guests is wonderful! Thank you for making us look so good!
Hired as:
Easy Listening Band
Easy Listening Band
Christine H. •
February 22, 2022
Mangroove was on time, professional, adhered to all COVID precautions and played to the crowd. They loved their evening!
Hired as:
Jazz Band
Jazz Band
Response from Mangroove:
Thanks so much for the accolades, Christine...your residents and guests were engaged, sang along, and even DANCED!! We're truly Blessed to connect heart and soul./Manny
George R. •
July 20, 2020
Manny and his band played at our small wedding (~45 guests) and did a phenomenal job. They were extremely professional- easy to work with, timely, and played great music. They were a huge hit with our guests and I would highly recommend them to anyone.
Hired as:
Jazz Band
Jazz Band
Joshua K. •
August 4, 2019
Mangroove was great! They showed up at our event nice and early to set up, they were polite and personable, they played exactly what the doctor ordered, and we all had a great time. Lovely! Highly recommended.
Hired as:
Jazz Band
Jazz Band
Grahame •
June 30, 2019
We had Mangroove for our intimate wedding reception (~35 guests) and it was a huge hit! The music was wonderful, and they catered to the preferences of our guests. Everyone enjoyed themselves. Highly recommend!
Hired as:
Jazz Band
Jazz Band
Chris M. •
July 14, 2014
MANGROOVE was great. Not only did they look fabulous in their tuxs, their sound was superb. Highly recommend, and we will be calling them again for sure. Thanks so much,guys.
Hired as:
Jazz Band
Jazz Band
Rochelle A. •
March 11, 2014
Professionalism & class Mangroove is the best!!
So looking forward to our next event ......
Hired as:
Jazz Band
Jazz Band
Booking Info
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
What to Expect
Sensitivity to and interaction with the audience!
About
The "nucleus" of MANGROOVE is a TRIO that sounds like a quintet (includes keyboard, bass and drum sounds with two vocalists)...other instruments are added as the gig requires.
Manny, a native of Boston, MA, has performed with such distinguished artists and educators as MAYA ANGELOU and has also performed with STEVEN TYLER of AEROSMITH. Manny has also worked with such noteables as MAURICE STARR, ANDRE WARD, DONALD HARRISON, and the late SABBY LEWIS, to name but a few. "Mangroove" also performed with multiple Grammy Award nominee and recipient KURT ELLING at the Democratic National Convention in Boston.
Wilmington, NC recent collaborations have included such musicians as Jack Krupicka, Benny Hill, Doug Irving, Dr. Teddy Burgh, Jerald Shynett, Dr. Natalie Boeyink, and Durham's Brian Miller.
(Manny Santos is featured on the following recordings: 'Cartagena,' The Geoffrey Hicks Quartet, available on (link hidden); 'No Place To Hide,' by Treg Monty, (link hidden); 'Echoing,' by Willie Sordillo, (link hidden); and recently-released 'The Sum Of Me,' by Candida Rose)
Google YouTube for the "Mangroove Jazz Quintet"
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
| July 21, 2022 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
| June 04, 2022 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Graduation |
| February 17, 2022 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Cocktail Party |
| July 08, 2021 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Mangroove In Concert |
| March 27, 2021 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Office Promo Event |
| July 17, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| February 29, 2020 • 11:00am - 3:30pm | Holiday Party |
| July 26, 2019 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Birthday Party |
| June 29, 2019 • 5:00pm - 9:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| September 13, 2018 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Mangroove w Jim Ferris Concert, Bellamy Mansion |
| April 21, 2018 • 6:45pm - 8:45pm | Manny joins Jim Ferris, Wedding at Carolina Beach |
| April 14, 2018 • 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Manny joins Lenore Raphael in concert, Halle Arts |
| March 22, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Believe It and Run Kickoff Party at Dockside |
| March 03, 2018 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Memorial Celebration at the Bellamy Mansion |
| February 01, 2018 • 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Mangroove in concert at the NC Jazz Festival |
| January 18, 2018 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Mangroove at Dental Practice Open House |
| December 10, 2017 • 11:00am - 3:00pm | Manny joins the Jim Ferris Trio at Shell Island Resort |
| September 30, 2017 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Solid Gold 21st Celebration Gala, JVille Convention Center |
| August 26, 2017 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Hogan Wedding Anniversary at Hilton Riverside |
| August 10, 2017 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | w World Music Vocalist Candida Rose at The Bellamy, Wilmington, NC |
| May 06, 2017 • 3:30pm - 4:45pm | w guest El Jaye at Derby Day, Nicklaus Clubhouse at Landfall |
| December 11, 2016 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Cape Fear Jazz Society Annual Holiday Gala at Hannah Block, Wilmington, NC |
| November 19, 2016 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Private Party, St. Thomas Preservation Hall |
| November 09, 2016 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Reserve Club at St. James Plantation, Southport, |
| October 15, 2016 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | 128 South, Private Wedding |
| August 27, 2016 • 2:30pm - 5:30pm | Terraces at Sir Tyler, Private Wedding |
| August 25, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Williamston, NC "Music In The Park" Series |
| July 23, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Wedding at Brooklyn Arts Center, Wilmington, NC |
| June 05, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Kure Beach "Boogie In The Park" |
| May 27, 2016 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Manny joins El Jaye at Magnolia Greens Clubhouse |
| May 07, 2016 • 3:00pm - 7:00pm | Derby Day Scholarship Fundraiser at Landfall |
| April 15, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Jacksonville, NC "Art Block" Reception |
| April 07, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Mangroove Jazz Quintet in Concert at The CAM |
| March 25, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Leland Cultural Arts Center |
| December 20, 2015 • 7:30am - 12:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
| September 30, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | St. James Plantation, Southport, NC |
| April 30, 2015 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Grand Opening |
| August 23, 2014 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
| July 12, 2014 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Private Party |
Set List
Repertoire includes jazz standards, Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Gershwin, Poncho Sanchez, Antonio Carlos Jobim, et al
Team
| Manny "Mangroove" Santos | Drums, Vocals |
| William "WG" Gerald | keyboard, bass lines |
Setup Requirements
3-prong electrical outlet
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