Recommendations from Concerts & Shows
"Marlene Arden, top class musician, vocalist. Marlene has worked on various Princess Ships with me, and during my role as Cruise Director, found her to be the "Consummate Host" in any show lounge I have asked her and her talented musicians to play. A wide and varied variety of music for your listening or dancing pleasure."
Stuart Mac
Cruise Director
Princess Cruises
"The Marlene Arden Quartet are a fantastic band. They work hard with the aim of delighting our passengers always. They sound superb and offer a great selection of popular, dance and Jazz music. I look forward to the next time we get to work together."
Martyn Moss
Cruise Director
Princess Cruises
“Marlene Arden, Resident Singer at The Compass Rose Sky Lounge....During her time here, she showed herself to be an outstanding singer and a very important member of my team, her flexibility and pleasant personality would help her settle into any 5 star hotel operation. I would recommend her to any future employer.”
David Wong
Food & Beverage Director
The Westin Banyan Tree
Bangkok, Thailand
“Her energy and positive attitude have always been very welcome to both Thai and International audiences. Her ability to adapt her singing to the people in the room was definitely a plus. We can highly recommend Marlene to anyone who will need a talented singer with very good personality.”
Jean-Stéphane Grasset
Manager
The Westin Banyan Tree
Bangkok, Thailand
“Marlene is clearly a very talented musician, and has made a very positive impact within the hotel. Guest feedback has always been very good, and Marlene quickly established a loyal following in Kuala Lumpur.”
Mr Gary Ewing
Director of Food & Beverage- Malaysia
Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur
ITT Sheraton Luxury Collection
“It is a pleasure for me to recommend the music talents of Marlene Arden. She possesses the qualities for which a professional is known for and I am confident that she will be a valued asset as a fine entertainer. Her cooperative attitude and beautiful vocal abilities have earned the respect of her co-artists and she is a favorite of so many guests!”
Ali Kasikci
General Manager
The Peninsula Beverly Hills
“The enthusiasm and energy that she projects to her audience has always set the ambience of relaxation coupled with strong vocals that ensures an entertained customer that is sure to return.
She exemplified professionalism and carries a persona that can be compared with that seen on television and heard on the radio. I highly recommend Marlene for any need that calls for a talented entertainer.”
Edwin Rios
Director of Food & Beverage
The Palmer House Hilton
“Marlene is an outstanding vocalist with strong entertainment qualities. Her vocal quality and intonation are excellent.”
“Marlene is simply an outstanding vocalist receiving excellent comments from our guests for her friendliness and warm persona.”
“Marlene takes a great deal of pride in her performance possessing a natural ability to read the room and interact with the crowd, keeping people in the room.”
“Marlene is friendly and approachable, interacting effortlessly with our guests on and off stage.”
Ian Brock
Bandmaster
Celebrity Solstice, Celebrity Cruises
“Marlene’s singing is great. She always delivers a great performance! She is an asset to the quartet as their singer and face for the group. Marlene’s voice adds a lot to the talented musicians that play behind her. She and her group make the Ensemble Lounge a great place to spend time and I know the guests feel at home while they are there.I really enjoyed working with the Marlene Arden Quartet. They are honestly one of the best groups I’ve heard on a ship. I would love to work with them in the future."
Phil Mathis
Bandmaster
Celebrity Solstice, Celebrity Cruises
“Marlene is a very experienced musician and singer with many years of professional experience. She has a large knowledge of styles and a large repertoire of material. Her performance is always of a high standard. Marlene displays a very positive attitude and professional work ethic. Marlene communicates well with our guests both on and off stage, taking the time between sets to socialize in the lounge, getting to know our guests.”
Alex Jackson
Musician Director
Norwegian Cruise Line, Norwegian Star
"Marlene is a welcome addition to any music program. A fine singer, great tune selection, and great guest relations as well. A real pro!"
Bruce Glover
Owner
BGM
"As one who travels and appreciates the First Class Experience and Beauty of Celebrity Cruises, I met Marlene on a Celebrity Solstice cruise almost 4 years ago. I wandered into the lounge in which she and her quartet were performing on the first of 7 nights and returned every night after for more. Her style, arrangements, and repertoire belong on cruise ship where taste matters to most of the guests."
Mary Anne Vaccaro
Designer, Image, and Sales Consultant
Carlisle, New York