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St. Mary’s Families, Friends, and Community, Reserve your tickets now! Prices increase after April 1st! Planning ahead has never been so exciting! We invite you to join us for one of the most anticipated evenings of the year. Enjoy cocktails, a formal sit-down dinner, dancing, live entertainment, auctions, raffle baskets, and a full open bar throughout the evening! Purchase your tickets today and be part of a truly special night in support of our wonderful school, dedicated teachers, and cheer

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Nominee for Party Cover Band of the Year 2026
Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Awards

2024 Eddie Award Winners
Soul Session, the band
(Party Band of the year)

2019 Eddie Award Winner
"Soulist" Garland Nelson
(R&B - Soul Artist of the year)
2019 Eddie Award Winners
Soul Session, the band
(Party Band of the year)


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Comments by Soul Session Family Members
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I could not leave enough good feedback, or leave enough stars, for G and the entire Soul Session band. My husband and I always knew that we wanted live music for our wedding and we met with a number of bands before we met with G on Zoom - we weren't 5 minutes into the call when we looked at each other and knew we had found the team we wanted to share with our friends and family.
It goes without saying that Soul Session is an amazing band - they have a huge music catalog and cover a ton of genres. Before the wedding, G asked us to create specialized playlists that best describe our taste in music (our car-jacking paylists) and the resulting setlist during our wedding could not have been a more perfect blend of our favorite songs, genres and fun party songs. G worked directly with my husband to record our first dance song as a surprise to me, and the band learned a number of special songs for key moments during the wedding.
Beyond the great music, G served as our unofficial wedding planner, videographer, and spiritual advisor during the wedding planning process. We had a number of calls leading up to the wedding to go over details, and it was clear his organization and his knowledge of the wedding industry was unparalleled - he knew exactly what questions to ask our venue on a site visit, and advocated for us when we didn't know what direction to go in. He offered words of wisdom, advice and was both our hype man during the wedding (from getting a 'SHOWTIME' text message first thing in the morning to pumping up the wedding party prior to the introduction) as well as our calming presence before the ceremony (checking in with me and taking a few deep breaths with me).
His words of advice set the entire tone for my wedding week and really helped eliminate my nerves and stress, and reminded me to be present and excited. I feel truly blessed to have had the universe align to bring us together with Soul Session - our wedding is an evening we'll never forget and our friends and family are still talking about it. A million times, THANK YOU!!!!






Joyman 2023
518 Profiles - September Issue 2023 Featuring "Soulist" Garland Nelson

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Spring/Summer Issue 2025
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Another Soul Session Edu-tainment Project:
"A Joyful Noise: Capital Region Spirt Choir"
PBS - WMHT Special On Gospel Music in the Upstate NY (2024)
Bandleader / Co-Music Director: "Soulist" Garland Nelson
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Upcoming Soul Session Edu-tainment Project Performances


3 days to the event
Fri, Mar 27
The Hideaway at Saratoga Lake


9 days to the event
Thu, Apr 02
Embassy Suites - Saratoga Springs (DCG)
Solo G: Ladies Nights - Luther Vandross Vibes. Come on down and join me for a performance to be experienced


23 days to the event
Thu, Apr 16
Embassy Suites - Saratoga Springs (DCG)
Solo G: Ladies Nights - Luther Vandross Vibes. Come on down and join me for a performance to be experienced


37 days to the event
Thu, Apr 30
Embassy Suites - Saratoga Springs (DCG)
Solo G: Ladies Nights - Luther Vandross Vibes. Come on down and join me for a performance to be experienced


38 days to the event
Fri, May 01
Saratoga National Golf Club
St. Mary's School Big Heart Gala - Off to the Races..
Join us for an amazing night of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, silent and live auction, dancing, raffle baskets, and more! All in support of our small school with a big heart!


39 days to the event
Sat, May 02
Canfield Casino
he race is on… and you’re invited!
Join us for Derby Day for a Cause, where an unforgettable evening meets meaningful impact.
100% of ticket sales directly benefit the Saratoga Recreation Department, helping create and expand programs for local children.


51 days to the event
Thu, May 14
Embassy Suites - Saratoga Springs (DCG)
Solo G: Ladies Nights - Luther Vandross Vibes. Come on down and join me for a performance to be experienced


52 days to the event
Fri, May 15
Hall of Springs
The Gala of Hope is the Capital Region American Cancer Society’s premiere black-tie event that brings together 500+ of our leading business professionals and philanthropists to make an impact in the fight against cancer. This evening will feature live music from Soul Session, the band


64 days to the event
Wed, May 27
Saratoga Performing Arts Center
Join us for our 14th Annual Child's Play fundraiser! This year's theme: Dake Fest, brings all the vibes of Coachella and all the good food, music, and FUN this event is known for. All proceeds go to help local children with disabilities to enjoy more independence, more inclusion, and more fun.


65 days to the event
Thu, May 28
Embassy Suites - Saratoga Springs (DCG)
Solo G: Ladies Nights - Luther Vandross Vibes. Come on down and join me for a performance to be experienced


66 days to the event
Fri, May 29
Embassy Suites - Saratoga Springs (DCG)
Class of 96 and beyond... represent!
Live performance by Garland Nelson and periods of DJ


Multiple Dates
213 days to the event
Fri, Oct 23
Rivers Casino
Enjoy live music from Soul Session in Van Slyck's at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady! First Time Appearance!
Must be 21+ to enter.
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