JOE
Owner, DJ & Event Architect
15+ Years of Exceptional, Stress-Free Celebrations
Joe Schimicci is the founder and lead DJ of Aria Melody, trusted by top wedding planners and luxury venues across New York City, Brooklyn, New Jersey, and The Hamptons. With over 15 years of experience, he is known for his calm precision, cultural fluency, and an instinctive ability to read the room in real time — creating celebrations that feel effortless, elevated, and alive.
Driven by an uncompromising commitment to excellence, Joe leads Aria Melody with a music-first philosophy — no generic playlists, no forced hype — just intentional curation, seamless energy, and a deep respect for atmosphere. He has a unique ability to fully immerse himself in each client's vision — often stepping into a critical planning role to fine-tune timelines, anticipate transitions, and execute every moment with total precision. He ensures your celebration feels authentically yours and stress-free from start to finish — approaching it with the same level of care, dedication, and passion as if it were his own.
His work is defined by taste over trend, restraint over theatrics, and a commitment to delivering experiences that feel both deeply personal and impeccably executed. It’s an honor for him to serve couples and clients who value experience and expect nothing less than exceptional.
- Maria, Bride
“We loved Joe! So easy to work with! Our guests literally danced for 5 hours straight! Would absolutely recommend them”.
A Refined Approach to Celebration
From the moment Joe steps into a space, he is fully present — attentive not just to the music, but to the energy, pacing, and emotion unfolding in real time.
Multicultural weddings are a particular specialty. Fluent in Persian, Jewish, Indian, Greek, Chinese, Latin, and blended cultural celebrations, he is deeply attuned to the nuances of tradition — knowing when to honor it as-is, and when to modernize it with intention. He is known for reading the room in real time and delivering energy with both sophistication and restraint.
For Joe, luxury is intention — nothing is accidental. And in that level of precision, every moment becomes unforgettable.
Based in New York City, he is available for weddings and private events across Brooklyn, New Jersey, Long Island, and destination locations by request.