I've had the good fortune of hiring James Harman to perform at a few events (both big and small). I…read morecan't recommend him enough. He always provides the perfect acoustic soundtrack for the festivities. It's amazing how one guy and a guitar can help change the mood/tone of a party. James is very good at reading the room and playing songs that appeal to the audience. He strums everything from the Beatles to Coldplay to big band oldies. He can play it all. And unlike a lot of musicians, he gladly accepts requests. Furthermore, he's professional and friendly. He's always on time. And he def gives you your money's worth. I look forward to working with him again!

I'm a fellow musician / guitarist. Took my 1st guitar lesson July 10, 1960. Yikes!…read more James is melodious, engagingly rhythmic, and a pleasure to hear. He'd be a great entertainer for your next house party.

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.

We hired John for our wedding and he did an incredible job…read more We came in with tons of ideas and a wide range of musical tastes, and John delivered. We had soft country music playing during our dinner, and EDM at night. We also asked for a playlist packed with danceable hits, and we got lots of feedback about how good the music was. 10/10. Thanks John!

John was amazing for our wedding and was flexible the whole night. Would highly recommend for…read moreanyone's wedding and is a professional

Zeb and his team exceeded every expectation at our August 2nd, 2025 wedding in Monterey. For…read morestarters, he brings a great blend of laid-back willingness to meet any idea or request, with a sharp music acumen and event expertise. He worked with us during each step of the planning process, never pressing, to amplify our vision. A special shout out for a meaningful family/bridal party/etc. song. Playing a particular remix of a song we like. Nailing down particular subgenres during each stage of the night. Attentive to our song dislikes and "no plays". But at the same time, adding his expert feel and live touch for what the crowd was wanting. Zeb and his team built standout moments - our crowd even started a room-wide conga line (who does that anymore?). And a shout-a-long of Bohemian Rhapsody as our closer for the night. And the live sax fusion... everyone kept commenting about that being their favorite part of the night. At the same time, he simplified all of our anxieties in what can be a whale of a planning process. He got our mindset/vision immediately and was the perfect amount of helpful in steering us to the best party ever.

This review is entirely overdue, but much deserved for Zebuel, Lindsey, and the amazing and…read moreextremely talented team behind Sounds Elevated. Zebuel is not only an amazing musician and DJ, but also the curator of event excellence. He brought to life with his team a NOLA influenced second-line to keep our wedding celebrations alive post ceremony, heading into the reception with instruments and all the bells & whistles. Not only was this an epic highlight for our guests, but something my husband and I only thought could happen in our dreams! He truly listened to our wants/needs with flawless execution, but above all else, went above & beyond to ensure this was the best day/night of our lives. From lighting, a DJ/live instrument fusion, and photography from So Good Photobooth, we could not recommend this Team more for your next special event ~ whether corporate or personal! Because of this Team, we had an unforgettable and picture-perfect event filled with our favorite people and the musical experience of our lifetime. Thank you Sounds Elevated for rockin us forward into marriage & beyond!

Molly wrote string arrangements for the album Secret Wish by Puspa Aryani, and conducted the…read morestrings for our recording sessions. Molly is an excellent composer and musician.

As yoga teacher who wanted to improve the quality of her chanting and feel more at ease chanting in…read morefront of others, I contacted Molly for a coaching session. With Molly's support I have experienced a beautiful opening within myself, stepping more fully into my voice and delighting in play with sound and expression. Once self-conscious and unsure, I am now more confident and able. This growth continues to touch other aspects of my life and even inspired my husband to join me in a session with Molly as an alternative to a more typical date night. He, too, is impressed by Molly's technical and teaching expertise. Collaborating with Molly is a joy, and I encourage anyone with the slightest twinge of curiosity to give Molly a call. You'll be so grateful you took the leap.

Adyden Graham is an amazing singer/ songwriter musician. I…read morehave had the pleasure of hearing him on many occasions, both solo and with his dynamic band. My personal favorite is when he brings his Cellist and Violinist with him. Now that's one sweet sound. His newest CD release 'Wooden Bones' has been my binging obsession since it came out. The more I hear it the more I love it. Someday soon, I'll be able to say "Yeah, Adyen Graham, I remember him before he got wicked famous". Check him out.

Ayden Graham and his band mates were so sensational for our summer soirée party. This is an ultra…read moreprofessional, top-notch band with incredible musicality and with really nice people to boot! They brought musical magic to our event and made it a totally unforgettable experience. From toddlers to folks in their 80s, it was truly a good time for all. The whole process from beginning to end was extremely smooth. Ayden was very communicative and made certain he understood the meaning of the event, the tone of our crowd and then he completely over delivered! We were amazed and thanking our good fortune to be in the hands of someone so talented. We couldn't recommend them more highly for any event that needs great music to give it the right touch.

My wife and I have been going to Vince for a few weeks already for voice lessons and have noticed a…read morehuge improvement in our ability to sing and speak more effectively. Vince is incredibly patient and knowledgeable. Working with him has been a great investment as we learn how to use the instrument that we're all born with.

From the owner: Hello everyone. I have had experience teaching in the public school system and private schools…read morealong with private lessons. I have been teaching in my home studio for the past nine years I bring to the table a lot of experience as I have been a professional musician and vocalist since I was 18. My joy is awakening, creativity and love of music. Thank you.

Christian Pepin exceeded my expectations. The professionalism and experience was shown in the great…read morepresentation in the activity in which he was hired. His exquisite and talented way of playing those instruments showed the quality of musician that Christian Pepin is. He truly left us wanting to continue listening more. We will definitely hire him again. I recommend that you won't regret it.

Christian is very dedicated to his craft. His advice and help and on music is much appreciated!…read more The knowledge he had to explain it all is always impressive. Can't put enough words what this man can do! Thank you! You're the man!!

Trío Sol de Mexico played at my mother's funeral mass, cemetery and her wake on February 9, 2026…read more They were excellent! They were very professional, courteous and most of all their singing was wonderful. We highly recommend them. You won't be disappointed and your guest will love them as we did. We are grateful to them as they made my mom's farewell memorable and beautiful.

1 Star - Very Disappointed with Mario Hernandez (El Trio del Sol Mexico)…read more I was very disappointed with my experience dealing with Mario Hernandez from El Trio del Sol Mexico. Communication was terrible and completely unprofessional. He requested half the payment upfront, so I gave him a $200 deposit. After he received the money, he stopped responding -- no replies to my calls, texts, or voicemails (both in English and Spanish). As my mother's 90th birthday was approaching, I was extremely uneasy and stressed, not even sure if he would show up. To my surprise, another group -- not Mario -- arrived to perform. Thankfully, they were good and did a nice job, but they were not the people I hired. It seems Mario just passed the job off to someone else without any communication or confirmation. Overall, this was a very unprofessional experience. I would not recommend working with Mario Hernandez. There are plenty of other groups out there who respect their clients and communicate properly. Please beware -- he takes his cut and disappears.

If I could give them 20 stars I would. At the last minute my husband decided he wanted a DJ for our…read moretiny 40 person wedding reception. I was scrambling, but Mike responded right away and confirmed their availability. We are a blended Arab-Latino family. Although DJ Chuck Macki didn't have a lot of Arabic music, he absolutely crushed it that night..he built off a playlist we sent him, and took requests on the fly from guests who would text him links to the songs. He is such a skilled DJ, he transitioned then Arabic songs with the Latin ones so smoothly. He was also dressed so nicely, and was really respectful of our conservative family, but had no problem playing the real shiz when they had all gone home. :-) DJ Chuck literally made our wedding the blast it was. I totally recommend Grand Slam and hope you will give them a try.

Five stars all the way for DJ Chuck Macki and Grand Slam DJ's at my daughter's bat mitzvah…read moreparty!!!! Chuck was our MC and DJ, the kids were extremely entertained and having a great time. Chuck worked fabulously with my caterer and photographer. He connected with all the guests, ages 7-75 years old. I could not be happier with the way it worked out; it was everything I hoped it would be and much more! I wholeheartedly recommend DJ Chuck Macki and DJ Mike Keating from Grand Slam DJ's as the company to hire for your next event. Chuck is the best DJ I've ever heard or seen in my life!!!! Thank you Chuck for making our event so special!