"A very reliable performer"
James is a great performer with a very versatile skillset. He is very confident and consistent on stage, making him a very reliable performer to have at any type of venue.
Corporate event entertainment · Naples, FL
Corporate event musician in Naples
Live acoustic music for company dinners, cocktail hours, client events and staff parties across Southwest Florida. You get one booking and one point of contact, and the night runs itself.
Where James has played
Carnival Cruise LineCarnival Vista unveiling at Lincoln Center, NYC, plus two years performing at sea
Private corporate functionDowntown Naples waterfront
QBE ShootoutCorporate dinner, Naples
Mohegan SunBusiness Expo & A Taste of New England
Tiburón Golf ClubNetworking cocktail hour & staff party
Downtown MiamiBusiness convention
Bell Tower ShoppesBattle of the Artists, Fort Myers
WaterFire ProvidenceProvidence, Rhode Island
Corporate packages
Priced for the event, not the hour
Every package includes professional sound sized to your room, a load-in plan agreed in advance, and $2M liability insurance.
Essential
$950
Cocktail hours, receptions and networking events.
- Up to 2 hours of live music
- Sound system sized to the room
- Curated playlist between sets
Full Event
$1,450
Dinners, galas and company parties.
- Up to 3 hours of live music
- Sound system and stage lighting
- Curated playlist between sets
- Song requests planned with you
Signature
$1,950+
When the music has to run the room.
- Everything in Full Event
- Wireless mic for speeches and awards
- Emcee announcements
- One custom song or mash-up for your group
- Certificate of insurance on request
Prices are for events in Naples and Southwest Florida. Travel beyond the area is quoted per event. Private parties start at $650.
Run of show
What planners can count on
Planners book James because they don't have to think about the music. Here's how a typical event night runs.
- Weeks before
- Parking, load-in area, day-of contact and special requests confirmed with you
- 1–1.5 hrs before
- Arrives and sets up sound, lighting and mics
- Doors
- Easy, conversational volume while guests mingle and network
- Program
- Wireless mic handed off for speeches and awards (Signature)
- Last set
- Sing-alongs and crowd favorites to finish the night strong
From Carnival Cruise Line's musical directors
Two years at sea, on the record
"Clearly strives for excellence"
James Grande is a conscientious and consistent performer. He clearly strives for excellence and never misses. Expertise in his craft is evident in the variety of styles, quality of performance, and choice song selections. Off the bandstand he's a pleasure to be around and reliably fulfills the various job requirements. As Musical Director, my job becomes significantly easier when I have a musician who doesn't need babysat and just does his job, let alone at the level James strives for.
Band, DJ or singer-guitarist?
Choosing corporate event entertainment in Naples
Most planners searching for a corporate event band in Naples need one of three things. Here's an honest way to choose.
| Your event | Best fit |
|---|---|
| Cocktail hour, networking, client dinner, awards night with speeches | A singer-guitarist: live music at a volume people can talk over, plus a mic for the program |
| Company party in a private room, clubhouse or office | A singer-guitarist: fits the space and still gets the room singing by the last set |
| Ballroom gala built around a full dance floor all night | A full band or DJ (James can still cover the cocktail hour before it) |
Planning a company holiday party? See holiday party entertainment. Events in Lee County: Fort Myers, Estero & Bonita Springs. On the island: Marco Island.
Corporate clients
Reviews from corporate events
★★★★★
Absolutely Amazing! The Perfect Addition to Our Event!
I cannot say enough amazing things about our experience! We were hosting a large Grand Opening event, and due to an unexpected change in plans, we found ourselves needing live entertainment just a week before the event. He absolutely came through for us, and I couldn't be more grateful! From the very first conversation, his communication was incredible! He was professional, responsive, organized, and showed up completely prepared. He made the entire process so easy and stress free! And the music was PERFECT! He created exactly the atmosphere we were hoping for and brought such a great energy to our event. The vibe was spot on, and he was truly the perfect fit for our celebration! It's not often you find someone who is not only incredibly talented but also such a pleasure to work with. He exceeded our expectations in every way, and I am so thankful we had him as part of such a special evening! I would recommend him a thousand times over and would absolutely book him again without hesitation! If you're considering hiring him for an event, DO IT! You will not be disappointed!
★★★★★
Corporate Event Performance
James did an absolutely fantastic job and was a hit at our corporate event! He went above and beyond for us, and we will forever be grateful. He truly made our event successful that night.
★★★★★
Absolutely Perfect!
James was fantastic and perfect for our outdoor corporate dinner event. Not only did he play guitar well, but he was a fantastic singer. Everyone loved the variety of genres he played. It was hard not to sing along.
★★★★★
A Huge Hit
James was wonderful to work with and sounded absolutely amazing. His talent, professionalism, and energy made such a difference at our event, and he was truly a big hit with our guests. The music set the perfect tone and elevated the entire experience. We would highly recommend him for any event.
★★★★★
Great music and great interaction with audience
James provided the perfect addition to our event. He knew the best music to play and worked well with the event staff. I would bring him back for other events!
Planner FAQ
The logistics, answered
Do you carry insurance?
Yes. James carries $2,000,000 in liability insurance and can send a certificate of insurance naming your venue. Just give him the venue's requirements in advance.
What do you need from the venue?
Power near the performance area and a protected spot if the event is outdoors. James brings his own sound system, lighting and microphones.
How early do you arrive?
Setup takes 1 to 1.5 hours before the event starts. Load-in, parking and a day-of contact are confirmed with you ahead of time.
What about rain?
Outdoor outlets and stage areas need to be covered or coverable. An indoor backup plan is always smart, especially in Florida.
How big a room can you play?
Sound is sized to the event: setups for 25 to 100 guests, 100 to 150, and 150+.
Do you travel?
Yes. James is based in Naples, performs regularly across Southwest Florida, and travels for corporate events nationwide.
Can you make announcements?
Yes. The Signature package includes a wireless mic for speeches and awards, plus emcee announcements.
Availability
Lock in your event date
Season dates fill up. Send the details and James will reply with availability and a quote.