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Your impact on my
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Dear Anthony,
I don't know if you remember us, as it was quite a few years ago. My daughters name is Shannon Hayward, you recorded her after a karaoke contest at the Warwick Mall. Although she didn't win you called me the next day and asked me to have her come in to your studio. You were very taken with her voice and thought it was very mature for her age, at the time. (she was only 14) She recorded 3 country songs with you. You mentioned that you would like to hear her when she is older. Well, she is 28 now and performing at the Comedy Connection in East Providence and one of the judges is from Sony Records who is highly interested in her. She has come a long way from when she recorded with you, It was you whom first discovered her and I'll never forget that. I'm sure she would love to talk to you, It is a contest for $5,000 and a recording session with Sony Records. The 1st leg of the semi finals is tomorrow, one next week and then the finals afterwards. I don't think she would have continued on this road if it weren't for you giving her a start in your studio. I will never forget you or the look on her face when I told her you wanted her to come to the studio! I just want you to know the kind of impact you had in my daughters life and for that I am forever greatful!
Thanks A Million!!!!
Laurie (Shannon's mom)
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A Great Birthday Party |
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Dear Anthony
We would like to
thank you so much for the
wonderful recording party you put on
for my twin girls, Kristina and
Kayla, who were turning "10" and
looking for something to do for
their birthday that no one else had
done. From the time we walked
through the door we were so
impressed with the organization and
overall experience that Anthony had
provided for them. They had so much
fun recording the songs that they
chose and couldn't stop talking
about it for weeks. As a parent you
are always looking for that
experience that your children will
never forget and I feel this will be
the one. They were so excited to
get home and listen to the CD they
had recorded and it certainly didn't
disappoint any of them. I was not
sure if all of the girls would feel
comfortable participating in the
songs but you made it fun and made
them all feel at ease. I was so
surprised to see them all
participate without hesitation.
That, to me shows how much
experience you have behind you and
that we made the right choice in
going to your studio. Thank you
again for an amazing experience that
they will never forget! I am sure we
will be back again soon!
Sue McEvoy
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Gift Certificate |
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I went to Reel to Real Recording
Studio with my best friend as a
belated birthday present from my
aunt. I had so much fun! We were
giggling and being funny in the
recording area and Anthony, the
studio owner kept saying how he
should be recording it and we were
laughing and kept saying no. I just
wanted to say thank you for an
amazing experience and hopefully
we'll be back to record more songs
in the future!!!!!
Kristina and Vanessa
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Gratitude!!! |
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Dear Anthony,
I had to express my gratitude for the
fantastic 9th birthday party you provided my
daughter Bella and her friends. They had a
truly memorable time and I am extremely
grateful.
As the mother of four girls, I have experienced
every imaginable venue for parties in the
state. Our party at Reel to Real Recording is
by far my favorite one! Your attention to
detail, organization and easy-going personality
made it a great experience for us. Each girl
will certainly be playing their CD all summer
long. I know we will be.
Bella's sister is already planning on
celebrating her next birthday at Reel to Real.
I look forward to seeing you in the future.
Truly yours,
Joy Bianco
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The Talk of Charlotte's School!!!! |
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Dear Anthony,
I wanted to thank you for "hosting" Charlotte's
7th birthday. My husband and I were both very
impressed with the event. The items you gave to
both Charlotte and her friends went above and
beyond our expectations! The girls had a great
time and I have been told the party was the talk
of the morning news at school the following
Monday. I am still having parents tell me what
a blast their child had at the party and how
their child wants to have a birthday party at
the studio as well. Thank you again and
I expect to see you in the summer as my own
three children now want to come in to record
their own CDs!
Lori Carney
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A Perfect Day!!!! |
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Dear Anthony,
Although my schedule is incredibly
busy, I wanted to take the time to write you a
testimonial about our experience at Reel to Real as it
was just so perfect!
My daughter's 10 yr old birthday
party at Reel to Real Recording Studio was the most
fantastic experience! We came from Central Massachusetts
to Cranston, Rhode Island for this special birthday
party - and every part of it was a success! Even the
drive down - with the anticipation building - was fun
and relatively easy. When we arrived at the door, the
experience began... the girls were thrilled at the Neon
birthday greeting, the "real" recording studio
atmosphere, the flowers, hats, sunglasses, etc. Anthony
doesn't just run the recording studio session - he
produces an incredible experience for the birthday child
and her guests. He seems to have a knack for knowing how
to relate with children of different ages and hits the
right tone to make them feel special but not
intimidated.
He is also very helpful and patient
with the frenzied parent trying to plan the best
possible experience for her child - and makes it easy.
He's the one who remembered that I needed to order the
pizza and had the phone number all set at just the right
time... the parents (and grandmother) who came along had
as much fun as the kids, including me! We sang along,
danced, listened to the headphones and laughed... I've
never been as relaxed and able to enjoy the experience"
at one of my child's birthday parties, including when
I've hired a birthday planner to come into my home and
run a birthday party! The ride home was incredibly fun
as the girls listened to their CD and laughed and sang
along with it.
In summary, we have done a lot of fun
birthday parties in the past - science museums, baseball
games, ChuckEs, pool parties, Harry Potter, etc... but
this far surpassed the others in terms of ease and fun!
One of the best things about the experience was that
each girl, no matter how reserved or extraverted, was
made to feel special and comfortable... and left the
studio with a feeling of empowerment and accomplishment
and a fun memory to cherish! The girls are still raving
about it two months later!
Thanks again.
P.S. The "moms" had so much fun that
we are thinking of coming back just for us!
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Elizabeth Kelly, Central MA |
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My Little Pop Star |
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Anthony,
Just wanted to
thank you for making Giavanna’s 7th Birthday a
star studded performance. From the moment we arrived on the
red carpet, to seeing her name in lights, to the flowers you
gave her, all the nice touches you gave her truly made her
feel like a “Star”. Giavanna and her friends had an awesome
time recording their own CD and then receiving one as a
keepsake. I know all the Mom’s have heard their customized
CD’s more than once. I would highly recommend Reel to Real
Recording Studio to anyone looking for a fun-filled,
professionally organized Party Place where all the kids
leave feeling like a “Real Star”. Thanks Again…
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This was a great fieldtrip for my
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July 2009... Rain, rain,
rain...what to do with my guests? Friends are here from out
of state...RI beaches, outdoor fun....Newport....NOT!
Having had my daughter's birthday party at Reel to Real
Recording Studio, I knew how much fun it could be. The
girls had such a blast and, unlike most summer activities,
we got to take the memories with us on the CD! This was the
best spent money and certainly beats the "same ole, same
ole"...you know, movies, bowling... What else is
there to do with your kids in the rain? Even if it wasn't
raining, this was a very well kept secret for
extracurricular activity! Thanks for the fun, the lights,
the music and, oh yes, the pictures!! How about an "End the
Summer Party"??!!
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Lori & Sophia DeRobbio
Cranston, RI |
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The BEST Birthday party my daughter
EVER had! |
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I just wanted to write about our
experience at Reel to Real Recording Studio. We had my
daughter Madison's 10th birthday party there and it was a
total blast. Anthony took care of everything and made
everyone laugh and feel comfortable. He's a lot of fun and
the whole experience was great. I highly recommend it.
That was our second time there. The first time it was a
mother/daughter day and my two daughter's made their own
CD's for fun. They had such a great time the first time
there is the reason we booked my oldest daughter's party
there. I (the mom) want to go back and make my own CD (if
my kids would share the mic)
Reel to Real totally ROCKS........KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK
ANTHONY
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Kerry Wiech |
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Mother's testimonial |
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The party for my daughter Casey at
Reel to Real Recording Studio far exceeded my
expectations. Every aspect of the 90 minute session was
fun, professional and easygoing. Anthony was so great
with the girls, and I never felt like there were so many
rules that they couldn't have a good time. Every one of
them got into the singing and the music, and they all
couldn't believe how fast the time went. When I was
searching for something different to do for Casey's
party and came across this site, I looked at the
testimonials. As positive as they were, I figured, I
would be smart not to set my expectations too high. I
didn't set them high enough - it was by far, the best
birthday party Casey has ever had! ...Mom
Casey's Testimonial
I had a fantastic time on my 11th
birthday at Reel to Real. It was so awesome - I got to
pick all of my favorite songs to sing with my friends,
and everyone really got into it. I got a pretty bouquet
of flowers, a guitar that my friends signed, cool
sunglasses and other stuff. I would tell anybody who
wants to have a blast on their birthday to go to Reel to
Real. Casey, age 11
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This is the most fun ever!
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"We've done the magician, the reptile man, even a Harry Potter theme party. But nothing was as much fun for kids and parents alike as our trip to Reel to Real. We brought girls ages 9 to 11, and they had the time of their lives. Anthony, who owns and runs the studio, is absolutely wonderful. Patient, thoughtful, attentive--he makes sure everything
goes right. And the value of the event is terrific, too.
Very modestly priced for all that you get--including the finished CDs to take home and enjoy for years to come. Don't miss this one!"
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A very happy dad of Hope, RI
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Special Memory!!
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"I was looking for something fun and different for my daughter to do on school vacation, and we decided to give the recording studio a try. I can't brag enough about our experience, though Dannon was very nervous at first , Anthony (the owner) made her feel so comfortable and was extremely patient. I think it is a great memory and keepsake to have forever. My daughter just mentioned to me yesterday that she is ready to go back to record another CD."
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Dawn Brigham of Bellingham, MA
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Best party ever
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"I had my daughters birthday party at Reel to Real. It was a 90 minute recording session with 12 9 year olds. They all want to go back for their birthdays. My Daughter was so happy with it. Anthony was so good with the kids. He made them feel comfortable & has a great personality.. Thanks Anthony for making some great memories for Samantha!!!! It truly was the best birthday she ever had. I want mine there too!!!!!"
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I have been in the television broadcast and production business all my working life. With over ten years at CBS and being the principal in ITF, Inc. my production/syndication company I can speak with experience.
In my semiretirement state I became involved with an advocacy organization called RISC (Rhode Island Statewide Coalition). As a member of the board and the only person with production experience I was given the assignment to create a presentation that could be used for the RISC annual members meeting.
I fortunately came upon Reel to Real and the talents of Anthony Marrapese. It was with his technical and creative talent, his state of the art studio, that contributed to the overwhelming success of the presentation. RISC is in the process of producing another presentation for 2008 and there is only one studio/talent I would hire: REEL TO REAL and Anthony Marrapese.
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Thomas M. Battista
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Testimonial for Anthony
Marrapese / Reel to Real
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Anthony Marrapese, the
owner of Reel to Real Recording studio, is the preferred
vender for conducting video projects for the child welfare
system - the RI Child Welfare Institute in particular. Mr.
Marrapese’s consultation and filming resulted in the
creation of a video training format and a series of six (6)
videos. These training tools continue to be integral to the
orientation and training of new staff in Child Protective
Services as well as for new social case workers.
Mr. Marrapese’s
credentials and experience within the area of child welfare
resulted in his participation in the Family-Centered
Practice Video project for RI Department of Children, Youth
and family’s Project and the RI Child Welfare Institute.
Mr. Marrapese’s skill contributed to the creation of a
training video that conveyed sensitivity and respect for the
children and their families involved with RI’s child welfare
system. This final product continues to be used as a
training tool for child welfare staff and human service
providers in Rhode Island. The video is also cited as a
training resource in the Muskie Institute’s Moving Child
Welfare Forward: Achieving Positive Outcomes for Chilrdren,
Youth and Families syllabus.
Reel to Real
represents an excellent resource for professional
videography and training projects. Anthony Marrapese is the
preferred provider of videography services for the Rhode
Island Child Welfare Institute. |
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Tonya Glantz, M.S.W.
Clinical Training Specialist RI
Child Welfare Institute |
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We are in the
medical device business and I have had the pleasure of
working with Anthony
Marrapese at the Reel to Real Recording Studios for over 15
years on a wide variety of audio and video projects. We have
produced clinical in-service materials for our customers,
testimonial videos, entertainment/training audio and video
programs as communication vehicles to the sales force and
larger-scale video productions for our National Sales
Meetings.
Anthony
provides a full range of services including creative,
production, filming and editing and we have always
appreciated his bringing something of major value and an
enhancement to the project. He has a sense of what the
audience needs to see and hear, knows how to capture it as
effectively as possible on screen and then adds creative
elements and dimensions in editing that gives us a final
product that exceeds our expectations. He does whatever it
takes to get the job done on time and on target. That’s why
we keep coming back.
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John Uhoch Sr. Market
Manager
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