We hired Puget Sound Strings to play a private event in our backyard for 30 friends this summer…read more Despite horrible traffic that day, the musicians arrived promptly and in great spirits. However, as most of our friends were delayed, the quartet was very flexible and gave us extra time to accommodate them. We designed a more interactive experience for our friends, and the musicians were delightful, entertaining, and "read the room" very well in regards to the music selection. Their musicality and showmanship were outstanding. We look forward to continuing the tradition next year!

Puget Sound Strings provided a string trio for my husband and I's wedding ceremony and cocktail…read morehour in July 2019. I regret it's taken me so long to write this review! The string trio was simply, AMAZING. They truly made our wedding ceremony unique and helped bring our vision into reality. My guests were raving about that portion of our ceremony and cocktail hour - they were so impressed and enjoyed the music! It was Rebecca who we communicated mostly with through email prior to the wedding day. Let me just say, she made the communication and booking process so easy. Their repertoire was definitely impressive and we had a lot to chose of pieces to from. There were 3 specific songs we wanted for our ceremony (Bittersweet Symphony, Here Comes the Sun, & Stand by Me) and I was thrilled to find out they were able to play for us! I also want to thank Rebecca for helping us decide on a song for our bridal party to walk out to after the ceremony. We wanted something a little more upbeat, but still elegant at the same time. She helped us decide on Viva La Vida - the PERFECT ending! Overall, we were so happy with our decision to have Puget Sound Strings play at our wedding. The booking process was so easy, the string trio came and did an amazing job and everything was just executed so professionally! It truly made our wedding extra special - I had no idea how magical the write music would make the most important part of our day. If you're thinking of booking PSS for your big day or event, DO IT! I assure you, you will not regret it! :)

When I say you couldn't have a better wedding band, I MEAN it. Not only are the band members so so…read morekind and willing to learn songs for your special day, they also absolutely shred. The biggest compliment we've received from our wedding was that people loved the band and the energy they brought. Don't second guess this, hire this band for your event!!! Thanks again!!

The Nines were the BEST!…read more I knew when my choir friends were singing along that I had picked a great band (well, I knew it before that but it was validating). In my research for wedding bands, I realized you can hire a band and not even get the singers and members that you saw in their promo videos... you just get whatever musicians they have available that night...and you ultimately don't know the "sound" you're going to get. Not the case with The Nines... the videos and songs you hear are exactly what you're getting... and they are a talented group! On top of that, Joe was an absolute pleasure to work with throughout the planning process. He was enthusiastic and responsive which is a relief to any bride. We loved that they do both acoustic and full band, with a wide range of wedding classics to modern music, which was perfect for our wedding. I can't recommend them enough!

Look no further, this is your band if you want flawless music and versatility. Ben and Suzie manage…read morethe band and have a variety of folks they work with the build a 3, 4, 5 or more set band for just about any genre of music. We have heard them play rock, top 40 hits, and folk so whatever you fancy they can do it. We would hire them again in a heartbeat.

These musicians are not only amazing entertainers but fabulous people! Suzie's voice is…read morebreathtaking and she and Ben together are pure musical magic. I go see them anytime I can! I listen to their cds all the time too! Love them!!!

I hired Murl to play accordion for my wedding ceremony and it was absolutely perfect. Not only was…read morethe music beautiful, the sound of the accordion lent a little drama and old-world charm to the ceremony. Murl was a consummate professional to work with: he was extremely easy to communicate with and had many helpful ideas about songs and timing. His repertoire of songs is huge and he helped us find an accordion processional song that we loved. I couldn't recommend him more!

If you want to be able to pick up a guitar and confidently turn the music in your head into…read morereality, Pascal will get you there. He has the experience, skill, and patience to tailor each of his lessons to provide meaningful and rewarding progress towards your musical goals and, in my case, beyond what I thought I was capable of. I started playing guitar as an adult, and had little idea of what I wanted to get out of the hobby. After years of sporadically learning pieces of songs from online lessons, I came around to the conclusion that I enjoyed guitar enough to take it more seriously. Initially, structured online lessons yield great results, but I quickly started hitting skill plateaus that forced me to move in a different direction to feel like I was making progress. After diversions into music theory, gear acquisition, and some in-person instruction, my interest in guitar was stronger than ever, but I just wasn't getting that much better at playing the thing. Then I found Pascal's website and thought he sounded like someone I should reach out to. The first lesson I had with Pascal completely changed my view of what I could get out of guitar in such a positive way. Biased by my previous experiences learning other instruments, I went in thinking that learning could either be structured and chore-like, or relaxed and fun, but unproductive. I was wrong. Pascal immediately put me on a track that was both structured and personal, and made me enjoy playing so much more. I wish I had hours every day to devote to practicing, but I struggle to find even minutes most days. Even with that constraint, the progress was immediately tangible. One of Pascal's greatest strengths is explaining why he's teaching something and laying out realistic expectations for progression. I became much more aware of the small increments of progress I was making and my basic skills improved dramatically. As lessons progressed, the connections between the lessons became more and more clear. The fretboard transitioned from being intimidating to comfortable, and the fear of getting "lost" started going away. At no point did I have to sit down and memorize anything to get to that place; it happened naturally with the lessons. I waited to write a review for a couple years because I wanted my recommendation to be credible for someone like me: a person whose interest in playing guitar has exceeded their skill and is looking for a teacher to bridge that gap. If that sounds like you, I wholeheartedly recommend reaching out to Pascal!

Magic touch and outstanding teaching skills!…read more Before meeting Pascal, I had taken a few lessons with a teacher back in California. The comparison was night and day! Pascal's level of professionalism and organization are superb... not to mention his guitar skills. I've been working with Pascal for over a year now and I am THRILLED with the progress I have made. Pascal creates a safe environment and always offers me a challenge. Lessons are clearly tailored to the unique needs/interests of each client. Not to mention, his level of patience is that of a saint. I've never felt rushed or judged, even when I show up with little practice time put in current material. (Those days are usually reserved for theory). It is uncommon to meet people with the level of passion and dedication Pascal has cultivated for himself. While Pascal is an expert at all topics guitar related... he is also a wonderful coach and friend. He always finds ways to keep me engaged in the material. Pascal is full of positive vibes and passion, being in his presence is always uplifting! On a personal note, I appreciate the balance guitar has brought to my life. Working in technology, I spend lots of my time in high-stress environments and staring at a screen. Unplugging my monitor and plugging into my guitar truly does wonders for the soul in providing a healthy and expressive outlet. It doesn't matter what level of player you are... show up... be patient with yourself and trust in Pascal. You will not be disappointed!

Cara Hill makes beautiful music! She played the baby grand piano at our wedding, and it was more…read morethan we could ask for! The music she played was great and almost always made me cry happy tears. I definitely had to hold it together every time she played the main theme song.

We hired Cara to play during our wedding service. She was very accommodating in regards to…read morerequests. She was prompt and extremely professional. Her mastery of the piano made for a perfect wedding.

Adam is more than a DJ, I think he is now our friend!…read more We found Adam's name on a referral list in the brochure of the venue where we got married (Lake Quinault Lodge on the Olympic Peninsula). We are so glad we did! From the start, Adam was on top of things, providing us a multitude of options and just generally feeling out what it was we were looking for. We had ideas, and he helped shaped them, giving advice, and even providing us ceremonial services on top of the reception. We had a couple hours-long planning session about a month out, and he not only went through our playlist and wedding party names for pronunciation, but he also asked us great questions, like what music do our parents like, who are some of our favorite bands not on the playlist, etc., which he helped craft into an unforgettable experience by mixing in songs throughout the day's events, making some truly great remixes and stylistic flourishes that kept people on the dance floor all night long, and so much more. He even worked with us on cutting out the audio in Don't Stop Believin' like they did in the finale of the Sopranos! It was just a pleasure to have a guy like Adam for our event, who takes his work very seriously but does it in such a fun and easy manner. Neither my wife or I will be getting married again LOL, and we live on the opposite sides of the country as Adam, but something tells me we'll cross paths again, somehow and someway, because everything was perfect, and Adam was a big part of making that so. We'll find a way to rock out again. (Edit: after reading this over to my wife Charley before posting, she said well we might do a vow renewal, and if that's the case, Adam will do that.) Cheers dude, you killed it! John & Charley

Adam was the DJ for my recent prom-themed birthday party and we couldn't have been happier for…read morechoosing him over the several other DJ options that were referred to us! He was so communicative, helpful and responsive prior to and throughout the event. He was very professional but also friendly, personable and really great to work with. He even wore attire to match the theme of my event, which was above and beyond! He also is an AMAZING DJ and MC and my guests were dancing the entire night with his incredible mixing skills and song order selection. We had such a fantastic time and I would refer him to anyone looking for a really fun, top notch DJ! I will definitely use him for any future events!!!

I recently coordinated a wedding where the Jason Parker Quartet played. What a fun group! They…read moreshowed up on time, were easy to communicate with, and kept the guests happy all night (including an inspired rendition of the "The Girl From Ipanema" at the very end of the night courtesy of a guest's request). I recommend Jason and his team of talented musicians and hope to work with them again soon!

This place is wonderful if you haven't been there try it. They're beautiful instruments and it is a…read moregreat place to go. The employees are very helpful. Put music in your life. You'll find joy try this place. You're gonna love it. You'll thank me later.

I had two lessons left on a monthly plan when I got hit with a barrage of work and life tasks (I am…read morefinishing writing a book and recovering from liver failure). I needed to pull back on all extra commitments for a while. I asked to pause my ongoing lessons and ...guess what? Because I can't take the lessons right now, I LOSE THEM, per company policy. $200 down the drain on these folks. This is terrible customer service and very bad business practice (if not illegal). Trust Pilot and BBB are my next stops.

I have been taking Ukulele lessons from Johnny for about a year and a half. I was new to string…read moreinstruments and Johnny was knowledgeable and delightful. He encouraged and helped me find the path I wanted to develop in Ukulele technique. He exposed me to different music and has started working with me to sing to the music ( which is not as easy as it may seem) . I am a traditionally trained classical pianist and was stuck in some unhealthy musical blocks. Johnny had been working with me to overcome those blocks. He has been my " Biggest Cheerleader ".He is an outstanding teacher with an immense grasp of music theory, to guide a beginner or an advanced musician looking to expand. I can't recommend him enough. Kim Allen

My wife gifted me an introductory lesson with Jonny that I finally got around to using. As a…read morefledgling ukulele player, Jonny was quickly able to diagnose what my level was, and was able to tailor the brief lesson to giving me some useful and buildable skills to work on. I definitely recommend him - thanks Jonny!