Hella Fitzgerald was a huge hit at our son's Bar Mitzvah. We wanted live music as opposed to a DJ…read moreand we couldn't have been happier with their performance! Every musician in the band was outstanding. They accommodated all of our requests, including an extra long hora. :) All of our guests loved them and it was so refreshing to have 'real' music at our daytime event. Their price was extremely reasonable to boot! We highly recommend Hella Fitzgerald - they were fantastic!

A musician's dream!…read more Per the recommendation of our wedding planner, we worked with Hella Fitzgerald for our wedding in Big Sur, CA in August 2023. One of the best decisions we made for our wedding. I am a musician myself and had a lot of specifications for what I wanted throughout our ceremony, first dance, and dancing portions of the evening. And I mean a LOT of specifications! Music is something I am very particular about. Lilan worked closely with me on everything from which 2nd singer to hire to match the feel we wanted (the band works with various singers) to learning new songs that we had requested to adjusting songs to specific BPMs!!! She never seemed to lose her patience with me and would text me randomly with ideas or singer leads. One time she even texted me a couple vocal riffs she sang into her phone to see what I would prefer. We wanted a fun, sexy, big band feel and a talented group of musicians who could perform soul, Latin, swing, R&B, and everything in between. That is exactly what we got. We never left the dance floor. Thank you HF!

Fantastic bar classy decor great environment for Salvage Title an incredible band that plays like 8…read moreor 9 times a year there simply the best entertainment you can get in the whole east bay area!

The interior is very nice and well kept. There's plenty of places to sit which is great. The bar…read moretender was great. She was friendly, helpful, and definitely knew her way around a bar. Overall she was great. We didn't try any food options so I can't speak to those. But the bar itself was great and we would come back.

My husband and I had Ollie's band play at our wedding last month at the Mark Hopkins Hotel in San…read moreFrancisco and were deeply impressed by their music! We'd seen Ollie and the band play on several YouTube videos we'd found online but nothing really compared to having them play live. As a jazz band they brought a beautiful energy to our wedding reception that impressed not just us but our 150 wedding guests. The music really was so beautiful and executed to perfection. Ollie is very easy going and was amenable to all our requests. A big shout out to Ben the keyboardist, too, who played Otis Redding's "(Sittin' on) The Dock of the Bay" as we walked down the aisle :) They really were a great band to work with :)

We hired Ollie's jazz trio for a birthday party we had at our home for around 50 people. The…read moreambiance was exactly what we were looking for. They sounded great and everyone loved them. Ollie was a pleaselure to deal with. 100% credible and professional. Thank you!

As a former student who learned piano up to level 7 in ABRSM with her, Christine was a wonderful…read morepiano instructor and teacher. I first started lessons with her in 2016 when I was nine, and despite my initial apprehensions about starting to play a musical instrument, she turned out to be delightful, skilled, and considerate in introducing me to and teaching for the next seven years until 2023. Following true to her teaching style and ABRSM's curriculum (which she weaves into other activities and pieces we have the opportunity to learn ourselves), she gives us both the necessary skills to score distinctively in exams (I've never scored less than a high merit on the exams I took while she was instructing me, and that is with comparatively less practice owing to school) and free choice to both discover, practice, and play pieces in other repertoire she provides and our personal interests and likes. Alongside her passion and ability for teaching, she is also incredibly considerate and understanding. She gives the perfect amount of support, encouragement, yet also attentiveness to personal and outside activities when communicating with her students and implanting the skills of a pianist in her students; she fully understands and cares for her students while making a fantastic and effective effort in teaching, and even after lessons, whether short or long-term, she is never less willing to provide as much aid and support as she can. Owing to the teaching, communication, and understanding she constantly and effectively does with her students, I would truthfully say she is one of the best instructors I've ever had in my lifetime. I highly recommend her, both for those thinking of getting into piano or cello and those who already have experience and would like a splendid mentor and teacher.

As one of Ms.Christine's past cello student, I would highly recommend her to anyone who wishes to…read morelearn music. Playing cello when I was 7 years old, I ended up quitting when I was 10. However, when high school came I suddenly got the urge to play the cello again. Picking it up was very difficult, but with Ms.Christine's teachings I was able to adjust and become better. Though I honestly didn't practice much, through her dedication and joyous lessons, I was able to apply and get into my high school's chamber orchestra. So to anyone who wants to take a stab at music, I highly recommend her as a teacher for you.

I had such a wonderful experience at this wine bar! From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere…read morefelt warm, inviting, and thoughtfully curated. It's perfect for relaxing with friends or enjoying a quiet evening. The wine selection was impressive, with a great variety of options for both casual drinkers and true enthusiasts. The staff really stood out--they were friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about helping me find something I'd love. Their recommendations were spot-on! I also appreciated the attention to detail, from the cozy ambiance to the beautifully presented small bites that paired perfectly with the wines. Everything felt elevated but still comfortable and unpretentious. Overall, this place strikes the perfect balance between sophistication and approachability. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending it to anyone looking for a great wine spot!

We were privileged to attend a beautiful private event here. I was amazed at the charcuterie buffet…read morethey set, and equally thrilled with the wine offerings. Service felt a tiny bit disorganized, but I can't attest to their normal service. I hope to return to experience it!

Came with my close friends to catch up over a delicious Iftar! Didn't leave until they closed! We…read morefelt like we had the place to ourselves even though the restaurant was full! The Afghan food just gives you the feeling of being at home without having to enter the kitchen! The staff checked on us to ensure we had everything we needed more than once! They restocked the buffet multiple times to ensure there was never a shortage. There was beautiful Ramadan decor and the restaurant itself is classy and so clean. I loved that there actually a designated area to pray. The food was really good my favorite was the chabli kabob! My daughter loved the kabuli. Great place to throw an intimate wedding, baby shower, birthday party, host friends for an Iftar the prices are beyond reasonable and the location is convenient located with tons of parking. I can't wait to go back again!

We hosted a party of 75 with South Indian food and both the event hall and food were excellent. The…read morehall turns out beautiful with the decor and the food was great as well. We went with the caterers the manager recommended. It was also pleasant working with the manager Hasmath and he made it a wonderful experience for us. Would recommend this place!

I cannot thank Preston and Pure Ecstasy enough for making our wedding day truly special. Their…read moreperformance was nothing short of extraordinary, and they made our wedding day unforgettable. I have been to so many weddings and I've never seen an entire ballroom get on the dance floor to kick off the night! This band KNOWS how to get people on the dance floor and we never wanted the night to end! The best memories were made and even pants ripped from dancing so hard! They exceeded our expectations in every way and created memories that we will cherish for a lifetime. If you're looking for a wedding band that will elevate your special day to the next level, look no further than Pure Ecstasy. They are worth every penny and more! I highly recommend them to anyone in search of the perfect wedding band. Thank you, Preston + Pure Ecstasy, for making our wedding day the best day of our lives! So much love to you all!

If you want to take your wedding/event from "good" to "unforgettable," then book Pure Ecstasy stat…read more They performed at our wedding and dozens of our guests went out of their way to share how wonderful they are. In the planning stages, Preston listened to carefully to our song preferences and put together a set list that totally transformed our wedding. We are so grateful we found them - there is no way a DJ could have pulled off what they did. Also, Pure Ecstasy doesn't just show up and do their job. You feel as if this is the most important gig of the year for them. I wasn't expecting that, but as a bride, I loved it :)

My husband and I hired Nova Jazz as a quartet for our wedding in spring of 2026 and they were…read morewonderful to work with! Easy to communicate and plan with and their performance really elevated our reception. We let them know what kind of vibe and tempo we liked ahead of time and they did the rest choosing songs to play for the reception to keep things upbeat without being overpowering. Daniel checked in with us at various points throughout the night to ensure the vibes were right and if we needed any adjustments. Nova Jazz also was able to play a special request song outside of their listed repertoire for our first dance which we really appreciated and was very special for us. We'd recommend them for weddings and any other special events when you want extra pizzazz!

Working with Daniel and his band was all around an amazing experience! After reading all the…read morereviews and listening to a few of their videos online, I knew I wanted Nova Jazz Band to play at my company's 30th Anniversary celebration I was planning. TLDR; they exceeded every expectation from start to finish, and Daniel made everything completely stress-free. From our very first correspondence, Daniel was very friendly, quick to respond, knowledgeable, and incredibly professional. The music was phenomenal - very classy and perfect for our occasion. The band totally nailed the vibe. Daniel's attention to detail was next-level. He thought of all the little things that usually fall through the cracks - from what songs should play during the band's breaks, to how the sound system was set up, to which speakers the recorded music should come from. He even coordinated with the venue director to make sure there wouldn't be a single hiccup. Basically, he handled every possible thing before I could even think to worry about it. Everything ran like clockwork and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Daniel and his team went above and beyond in every way. I can't wait to hire them for a future event! Highly, highly recommend!