Nicole & Chad! Del's Groove Rocking the reception at Founders Hall at Haverford College!

It was a hot and humid day on July 23rd but you could not tell by the packed dance floor! Del's Groove had the privilege to perform at Nicole & Chads reception. Bride Nicole, is a colleague of bandleader Emanuel DelPizzo at Malvern Prep, so that being said, I love seeing many familiar faces from Del's Groove past performances. Founders Hall with its high ceilings and ornate windows was the perfect venue for this fun loving couple. Nicole and Chad danced their first dance to True Companion by Marc Cohn performed perfectly by Del's Groove. Chad wanted his special moment on the floor with Sabine, some call Beanie, so this groom chose Surfer Girl to dance with his new stepdaughter.

I loved the fact this reception was so kid friendly, there were all kinds of treats and props at the kids table, I just had to tweet that with a photo before the party started. What a party indeed! Who knew there was going to be all this talent in one room! You can see, not only was Nicole an experienced belly dancer as she joined her class on the floor at the beginning of the evening, but, Chad got all his former band mates of Stiltwalker together to do a few tunes! The guests were thrilled to see them perform and we certainly enjoyed them as well, they Rocked!

Special thanks to Robert Colameco Photography for the additional photos..

Thank you Chad & Nicole for having Del's Groove! We loved sharing your special day with you, your family and all your friends!

Till next time...all the best!

Susan (delsdiva)

6th Annual MannyPalooza! With Del's Groove!

This was not my first MannyPalooza, and not my 6th, even though on July 17 the streets of Ardmore were RoCkIn! The 6th Annual MannyPalooza took place on this hot summer day and the heat in the street kept the crowd on their feet dancing to the sounds of Del's Groove! What is MannyPalooza you ask? (for those less fortunate to never have attended) MannyPalooza is a block party organized by bandleader Emanuel (Del), his family and neighbors. Featuring a Crab Feast and all kinds of foods, water ice, and just plain onld fun for the whole family. For the past several years the proceeds are donated to MusicWorks which Del's Groove is thrilled they can help out!

Everyone said this was the best MannyPalooza ever, but funny thing...everyone says that after every one, every year! Guest performers entertained in between Del's Groove, and sitting in with us for another year was Kim with her rendition of Celo Greens' Forget You! Way to go Kim! Del's Groove were also fortunate to have Tony Del Pizzo filling in for vacationing Raymond...who honestly knocked our socks off! On his way to his first year at Dukane U! All the best to you Tony, your are an excellent musician!! Rock On!

Avalon Yacht Club Del's Groove RoCkS the Commodore Ball!

Once again Del's Groove had the privilege to perform at Avalon Yacht Club on July 16th for the Commodore Ball! Lovely to see all the familiar faces and smiles of the club's members. We also would like to thank the members and staff for the warm hospitality. Avalon Yacht Club is also the perfect venue and background for your wedding, for more info, please contact them at

http://www.avalonyachtclub.com/

Till next time!

All the best from Del's Groove!

Del's Groove Performs 2011 Uwchlan Community Day!

It was a hot summer day but fun was had by all at the 2011 Uwchlan Community Day! Del's Groove had the privilege to perform for this wonderful community gathering that was fun for the entire family and free! Balloon bounces, funnel cakes, ice cream, to mention just a few of the vendors filling the bellies of young and old. Fireworks ended the evening with yes...a bang! It was great seeing some old friends, my friend Mary from high school surprised me and she looked the same as she did when we hung out in junior high. Other friends such as Nicole and Vernon bringing their three little men made me smile as well. Finally getting to meet Dylan, the son of Mary Anne and Bruce Gill, our awesome soundman was also a highlight to my day.
I recommend not missing the 2012 Uwchlan Community day, you won't regret it!

Thank you Uwchlan Township for having Del's Groove!

All the best,

Susan (delsdiva)

The Radnor Hotel - Del's Groove RoCkS the Reception of Mr. & Mrs. Ryan Parks!

Del's Groove a familiar favorite to the Bongiovanni family once again had the privilege to perform at their daughter Anne's wedding. It was less than a year ago we were all together for her twin sisters Elizabeths wedding to her husband Joe. It was awesome seeing everyone again and seeing many familiar faces. Anne & Ryans reception was at the beautiful Radnor Hotel. This beautiful couple chose "Life is Beautiful" by Kebmo as their first dance performed by Del's Groove's own Raymond Smith pulling out his acoustic guitar to perfectly perform this heartfelt song. Anne and her father danced to "How Sweet it is to be Loved by You", performed by Rob Feeney, and Ryan danced with his mother to every ones favorite classic "What a Wonderful World" The rest of the evening from dinner to the end had the dance floor packed. Del's Groove once again had this reception rocking!

We also had the honor of working with my twitter pal Heather DiPiazza! Please check out her awesome website http://heatherdipiazza.blogspot.com/ thank you for the beautiful pro shots for my blog!

Heather also filled me in that while photographing before the wedding, all the girls were buzzing that they were thrilled to hear us again!

All the Best Anne & Ryan, hope your trip to Italy was incredible!

Thank you for having Del's Groove!

Hugs- Susan (delsdiva)

Del's Groove RoCkS the Reception of Amanda & Scott Dayer! Weyhill Guest House Saucon Valley CC

On Saturday June 18th Del's Groove had the privilege to perform for Amanda & Scott Borda. The grounds of The Weyhill Guest House at Saucon Valley CC was the most beautiful setting for this summer wedding. Band leader Emanuel Del Pizzo warmed up the guests with some smooth trumpet sounds during the cocktail hour. Behind the scenes was Event coordinator Sarah Morrison of All About Events making sure every detail was carefully in place.

When it came time to announce the bridal party, our bride Amanda asked Del's Groove to surprise her husband with the Buffalo Bills version of Shout...his favorite team. Of course, no problem for the band! First dance for this lovely couple was Inxs - Never Tear us Apart, perfectly performed by guitarist Raymond Smith.

The remainder of this evening resulted in non-stop raising the tent dancing, under the stars in this beautiful area in Pennsylvania. Vocalist Philip Joseph also gave "Cupid Shuffle" lessons on the dance floor!

Special thanks to Sarah Morrison of All About Events and Joe Craig Photography, I will be updating this blog later with his work!

All the best Amanda & Scott, thank you for having Del's Groove perform on your most special day!

Susan of Del's Groove - (delsdiva)