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!

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 Side Project is Absolutely Amazing!!!…read more I have been following TSP for many years, love their music, love the band members, so talented, and such great people. One of the best decisions we made recently was to have them perform at our wedding. It was very special that they were performing on our special day, because my wife and I actually met while listening to them at a show about 3 years ago. Everyone at the wedding loved their music, they kept people entertained, and really helped tie everything together. We will continue to see them perform at local shows when we can. If we ever need live music again, we will choose them!

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.

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!

I have been working with Pascal for just over a year and I cannot speak highly enough of Pascal as…read morea guitar instructor. He is not only an exceptionally skilled musician but also an excellent teacher who has transformed my playing in just a short matter of time. Pascal can easily and clearly explain material and concepts, often approaching things from multiple angles to ensure complete understanding. Whether we're working on lead guitar techniques, rhythm guitar fundamentals, or diving into music theory, he maintains a strong balance that keeps lessons engaging and comprehensive. His teaching style is also approachable and professional, which has helped create an environment where I feel comfortable asking questions and pushing myself to improve (something I was nervous about, having never played guitar previously). Although I was at first hesitant about the commitment of in-person lessons, I have also really grown to appreciate the fact that lessons are in-person. Pascal has an eye for detail and a very well-trained ear, which allows him to provide real-time adjustments on everything from basic technique to nuanced elements like the way in which the pick is being held, thumb position, hand placement, and arm angles, etc. I believe these types of corrections that would be difficult to identify on my own (again, having no prior experience), and would likely not come through in most online/recorded lessons. These small refinements have made a large difference in my playing ability, to the point where even minor adjustments (like a slight adjustment to wrist angle) allow me to play a chord or a progression that I was struggling to play on my own during practice. As others have commented, I would also recommend double lessons, which I find to give me a great amount of items to work on before my next lesson. On a personal note, I genuinely look forward to my lessons with Pascal. Pascal's enthusiasm and encouragement have motivated me to practice consistently and focus on development in ways I do not believe I would have if I were learning independently. I also do not feel pressured if I have a busy week and have not been able to dedicate as much time to the material (although that rarely happens, as I enjoy the material so much). My wife has even commented on how much progress I've made in such a short time (she likes listening to me now). As someone who firmly believes you get what you pay for, I can say without hesitation that Pascal is worth every penny. If you're looking for a guitar instructor who will genuinely invest in your growth as a musician, Pascal is an excellent choice.

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!

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.

My husband and I are now approaching our 2-Year wedding anniversary, and I was thinking fondly on…read moreour day and realized we hadn't recognized some of the people who made our day so amazing. (Sorry Adam!) Adam met my husband and I at a pub for our initial consult to see if we might be a good fit. I can tend to be all business, but we wound up chatting with Adam and drinking some delicious IPAs for nearly 3 hours, and as my husband and I walked out the door he said, "I know you're going to hire him, why don't you just do that now?!" Adam met with us again a week or two before the wedding to go over the day of details, make recommendations, and continue to get a better feel for who we were as a couple. On the day of, Adam was fantastic and had worked with many of our vendors before (and even ended up knowing two of our guests!) so it made for a very smooth event. The music was fantastic - one of our guests even said the best music they'd heard at a wedding! (Save for my one indulgence of Dance Magic Dance by David Bowie!) Thank you so much for being a wonderful part of our experience and sorry for the 2 year delay :) You can't go wrong hiring Adam!

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

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!

I started at the music factory after seeing some of their flyers, and was taking lessons there for…read morearound a year. I really enjoyed my time with the music factory, and I was connected with some awesome people/great musicians and mentors. I was able to explore many new concepts and even a new instrument, and every step of the way was guided by first class musicians. I highly recommend TMF to anyone, but especially adult students who want expert, in-person lessons! I worked specifically on guitar with Blake and drums with Tim, and both of them were really great at gauging where I was at coming in and helping me figure out where I could grow.

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.