We have these guys play for our conference last year and I can't believe I haven't written in a…read morereview for them yet. The music was a lot of fun and they got everybody dancing. They had a great spirit. We're gonna try to hire them again this year.

VERY DISAPPOINTING EXPERIENCE with Jose Hernandez, per the contract their 'band leader', on a event…read moreheld of just last night. Booked them last December for a 70th BD party to be held May 2. Paid the deposit at the same time. Communicating with Jose the week prior I requested the trio set up an hour before the event started so no last minute sound checks etc. and the evening could start on time and go smooth. Needed a live mike so BD speeches could be made prior to their start time. He said not a problem. The BD started at 5 PM, still no trio. Dinner started at 6:15 PM, still no trio. Booked to play from 7 to 9 PM. Were they even going to show up ? No communication with either myself or the venue. Band showed up at 6:45ish to set up after the evening was in full swing. No apology yet (from Jose who I had negotiated the event with) and was told by Luis, the evenings lead, was all they knew they were hired to play from 7 to 9. TOTAL lack of professionalism in running your business and communicating with your client. Will NEVER recommend your business to any potential future clients. I would NEVER want my friends to go thru the same stress and anxiety we experienced last night.

The name says it all: Go with Goodtime DJ's and be assured you will have a blast at your party! I…read morerented a karaoke system from Mark for a small birthday party in Santa Rosa, and it was a huge hit. Pickup and dropoff of the equipment was easy. (Just know that the speaker is heavy, but it rolls on wheels.) Mark was fantastic to work with, the equipment was easy for a friend of mine to set up (I'm not very tech savvy, but I could have done it, too), and for all of us to operate. We set things up initially so there was background music going when guests arrived and during dinner, then we got into the singing. This system has more than 30,000 songs in it, with several arrangements available for many songs--there is something for everybody! Mark is super flexible and his customer service is A+++. I highly recommend Goodtime DJ for a really fun and entertaining event!

We had an amazing time with Dj Mark at our wedding. Got married in October '25 and happily got Mark…read moreas our Dj. His business branches out from the bay to Sacramento (maybe wider), so he has other trained Djs at hand, especially during wedding season. He was well organized and helped us through our reception and our ceremony. We made a list of songs for him on Spotify and everyone loved the music. He helped our speakers during speeches as well. I'd recommended him to anyone in need of a professional DJ. Thanks for everything Mark!

DJ Saint Patrick was amazing and the perfect choice for my wife and I's wedding. Patrick was so…read moreattentive and patient with us throughout, helping us making this aspect of an already daunting wedding process so much simpler. We could trust that he knew what he was doing and reliable throughout. He set up our sound, wired our mics and other musicians, upleveled our venue with uplighting and of course all the different layers of sound that really made the experience so memorable. Of course, our dance party was off the hook! He did an amazing job of putting our tracks together with complimentary ones that really brought so much joy and fun. We highly recommend Patrick for your wedding or events

Patrick DJ'd our wedding this July and was exceptional at every part of it. He got the vibe,…read moreshifted with it when it shifted, and made a great dance party with perfect lighting for the evening. Having worked with many vendors for the wedding, I was especially grateful for the level of Patrick's care to making sure every A/V part of the wedding went off without a hitch. He has a very clear process/spreadsheet that you work through before the wedding, and a consultation closer to day-of, such that you don't let anything slip through the cracks. He shows up with all the details handled and double-checked, so you can relax the day-of. I am so grateful for the seriousness with which he takes to making sure your day goes well---as well as his fun, very good energy chill that he brings to the party. Thank you Patrick for everything! I would absolutely recommend him for your event.

After neglecting it for at least10 years (I got absorbed in my piano, ) Tall Toad restrung and…read morecleaned up my beautiful Martin guitar. Now I'm back to playing both! Kind and very knowledgeable service!

We went in today with my 10 year old son who is learning how to play the electric guitar. The…read moregentlemen were sweet and kind and set him up with everything he needed. We will definitely be back to support this local business!

We hired Mariachi Trío Estrellas de Oro for my friend's wedding, and they were absolutely amazing…read morefrom start to finish! Rigo was my main contact, and he was so friendly, caring, and incredibly easy to communicate with. Our venue had very poor cell service, which made coordinating a surprise performance a bit tricky--but Rigo went above and beyond. He even called ahead of time to make sure he had the exact location and understood where he needed to be so everything would go smoothly. Despite the challenges, they showed up right on time, patiently waited for the perfect moment, and completely made the bride's day. It was such a special surprise, and they executed it flawlessly. On top of that, they played an extra song so the couple could have a first dance moment--which wasn't even planned--and it ended up being one of the most memorable parts of the night. We will absolutely be hiring Rigo and the group again in the future. Highly, highly recommend!

Wow. We are so grateful we hired this fabulous, talented and fun trio for my mom's 90th birthday…read morecelebration. Everyone LOVED them. We sang along to well loved songs and heard new ones. My husband was even able to play guitar with them for a song. They were on time. Communication was great. Great for any celebration calling for an entertaining and engaging band!!

Midori was super easy to work with from start to finish. We found them through our wedding planner,…read moreand the whole process was very straightforward. They send over a sheet with their music selections, you fill out what you want, and send it back about a month before the wedding. One thing I'll say is that the music sounded even better in person than in the samples. So many of our guests commented on how cool it was and how much it added to the atmosphere. For our 2-hour City Hall wedding, it was honestly perfect. It really fills up the space and makes everything feel a lot more grand and special without feeling over the top. Based on their samples and advice from some of our musician friends, we decided to go with the trio for a fuller sound, and I'm really glad we did. Highly recommend going that route if it fits your budget.

We used Corelli Strings for our wedding ceremony at SF City Hall and we were absolutely blown away…read more The space would have felt so empty without music, and since speakers aren't allowed at City Hall, having live violin and cello was truly the perfect choice. Their performance added so much elegance, emotion, and romance to our ceremony. The sound filled the rotunda beautifully and created the exact atmosphere we were hoping for. So many of our guests came up to us afterward raving about how amazing they were and how much the music elevated the entire experience. If you're getting married at SF City Hall or hosting any special event and want live music that makes a lasting impression, Corelli Strings is the way to go. They truly enhanced one of the most important moments of our lives and we couldn't recommend them more highly!

Bay Area Strings played at our wedding and I couldn't have asked for more. During planning, Jen was…read morevery easy to work with, responded quickly to questions, and has an amazing repertoire of songs to choose from. Her team showed up early to the wedding to ensure they had plenty of time to setup, and started right on time. They played so beautifully that I'd would've thought it was a recording had my fiance (now wife!) not mentioned that it was the quartet playing. We performed all our dances with the quartet's music, and they played flawlessly. Jen also rearranged one of the songs to fit our choreography. I would recommend Bay Area Strings to anyone looking for a quartet for any events. Jen is an exceptional Cellist, and her team members are top talent as well.

We used Bay Area Strings for our wedding at the Berkeley City Club, and they were absolutely…read moreincredible. Jen was so easy to work with--responsive, organized, and happy to play all the songs we requested. Having them there truly made the day feel even more magical. They play beautifully and created such an elegant, romantic atmosphere for our ceremony and reception. We received so many compliments from our guests. I would 100% recommend Bay Area Strings for any special event!

I don't know how I am the first to comment but Gailene is amazing! She is amazingly patient, kind…read moreand encouraging. At 56 I decided learning guitar was next on my bucket list so that I could one day sit around the campfire with the family and have a sing a long, in just a few months Gailene has me playing actual songs! I highly recommend Gailene whether is for learning guitar or improving your singing, she will help you get where you want to go.

From the owner: I'm a Voice and Performance Coach that works with every level of artist, from novices to touring…read moremusicians (and public speakers). I specialize in professional warmups, pitch accuracy, and the flexibility and soul-level of the individuals voice and performance. We explore any aspects of the voice (from actual physical or psychological hindrances) that are obstructing the voice from it's freedom, then work on the performance of each project.