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Who We Are

PayDay! Acapella Quartet is a Central New Jersey based quartet dedicated to providing wholesome family entertainment for any occasion, while preserving the great American art form 4-part harmony and of Barbershop Harmony.


The members of PAYDAY! are: Jim Danner (Tenor), Pete Manfredo (Lead), Joe Ciccione (Bass), Mark Van Bruggen (Baritone). 


PAYDAY! is a Certified Member of the Barbershop Harmony Society (formerly known as the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America!) Pete, Joe, Mark and Jim of PAYDAY! are also members of the Princeton Garden Statesmen Barbershop Chorus. 

What We Sing

PAYDAY! Our quartet prides itself on generating rich A Cappella harmonies to memorable melodies of the 20th century.


Our performances can be a variety of doo-wop and acapella arrangements. Tell us what you need and we will try to match our repertoire for your event.


These include, but are not limited to songs from the 40s, 50s, 60s, such as "Blue Moon", "Sha-Boom", "Chances Are", "Witchraft" and "Happy Together"; as well as old Barbershop standards like "My Wild Irish Rose" and "Let Me Call You Sweetheart" 

Where We Sing

  • Our family friendly, fun, all-American, Acapella music is perfect for all occasions, including:
    Civic Functions - Parades, Festivals, Carnivals
  • Organizational Meetings - Senior Meetings, PTA Meetings, Conferences, Seminars
  • School Music Education
  • Singing Valentines
  • Family Functions - Birthdays, Anniversaries , Weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, Funerals (why not?)

What People Say

From the People That Have Hired PayDay!

The group’s rendition of the National Anthem was magnificent!! On behalf of the Chair, CEO of the NJ Civil Service Commission, Allison Chris Myers, we would like to express our sincerest thanks and gratitude for Payday in their part in making the State Employee Recognition Day award ceremony on May 9, 2024, a great success.

Rose-Clair Dunbar Office of the Chair, Chief Executive Officer Civil Service Commission
May 13, 2024

"Just a quick note to thank you for the real treat of a marvelous performance.  I have had lots of glowing comments on your performance on Monday. They want you back! I am glad that you all think this is fun because the seniors like it so much! Thanks again. It was wonderful! " - 

Martha G. Nielsen, Social Services Coordinator Mercer County Nutrition Program
Mar 19, 2022

Thank You SO VERY MUCH for being a HIT at Aunt Martha's 90th!!! What a great job and truly memorable entertaining experience for ALL! 

Kathy Herzog
Mar 10, 2022

How Can We Entertain You

Interested in booking PayDay!?  Please contact us regarding booking information. Because of various factors. such as type of show, size of group and venue, we will discuss price once a show is scheduled.  We always try to work to stay within your budget, and provide you with the best show for your dollar.

Contact us using the form below, the contact info at the bottom, or through our social media. We will do her best to help you and answer any questions you might have.