
I requested a solo classical violinst for my wedding. Our musician was ontime and the music was just what I dreamt of. He was terrific. We have six children (three boys and three girls) and after the recessional, he spontaneously played the theme from the Brady Bunch. Everyone clapped, laughed and talked about it. It was classic
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— Dan and Kris Thompson,
married Sept. 27, 2008, Calamigos Ranch, CA

The violinist was absolutely wonderful. The sound of the music filled the outdoor venue. He was kind, courteous and very professional. Most importantly, the music really made the ceremony and cocktail hour into something magical and special. Thank you
! 
— Paul Hartsock and Molly Drexler,
married August 31, 2008, Calamigos Ranch, Malibu, CA

Our string trio was definitely one of the major highlights of our wedding! After the ceremony, many of our guests approached us to tell us how the group brought tears to their eyes. We recommend them ...they will add class to ANY event and we will definitely be using them in the future
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— Jeff & Heidi Wienckowski,
married August 9, 2008, Hotel Figuerora, Los Angeles, CA

Our guests were happily entertained the whole evening. The musicians were much appreciated! It was a great party
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— Juan and Gerina St. Amant,
Private Party, June 21, 2008, Vista, CA

Our wedding was a mesh of American, Greek and Chinese cultures and the mandolin player was a perfect and eclectic complement to the occasion. Plus he rocked
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— Michael and Yin Glezos,
married April 26, 2008, The Empress Pavillion, Los Angeles, CA

The music was lovely and whimsical! You added that little something extra that everyone needs at their wedding. Thank you again for making our wedding a day to remember
! 
— Shawn and Melissa Preston,
married April 13, 2008, Sunset Restaurant, Malibu, CA

Every person there had such a wonderful time. I never realized how the common thread between Jewish and Southern culture is the fiddle. The musicians really made our party special. We had an incredible day
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— Matt Spiegal and Heather Woods,
married Jan. 31, 2008, Marvimon House, Los Angeles, CA

Our solo violinist, was just perfect, absolutely fabulous! He played everything from Celtic music, to jazz, to bluegrass and country. He was fun to work with and completely professional. We couldn’t have asked for anything more. Thank you so much for the beautiful memories
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— Kimberly & Seth Morrison,
married Oct. 6, 2007, Ponte Family Estate Winery, Temecula, CA

Thank you for your presence, time, energy and love at our wedding. Your gift of playing for and communing with us created the most profound experience of our lives so far. May your music continue to thrive and evolve as all great art should
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— Olya Petrakova and Bryan Brown,
married Sept. 22, 2007, Zaca Lake Winery, Los Olivos, CA

Your violinists were very professional, flexible and punctual when coordinating my client’s wedding with me. They exceeded my expectations and I couldn’t wait to book them again for the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club’s Members Event. I wanted the members to hear what a great band and what an energetic, passionate group of musicians they were. I can’t wait to hire them again for another event
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— Ariana Rothstein-Fisch, Polo Clubhouse Manager, Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club

What a fun way to celebrate our wedding reception! The band played the perfect music to soothe my nerves during dinner, helped in making our Entrance, the Wedding Party, and all other traditional announcements, and then kept my guests dancing all night long
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— Maria Emerald Caruz and Michael Patrick Carroll
married July 14, 2007, San Pedro, CA

Our guests are still commenting on how perfect you guys were for the garden wedding. You set a beautiful tone. Even my father, who is difficult to please with music unless he’s picked it himself, said
“Hey, they’re good!” Thanks so much
! 
— Nora Menkin and Nick Lauris,
married June 23, 2007, Santa Barbara, CA

Thank you for helping us find the perfect music for the perfect occasion! The musicians played beautifully ...Professional, personable and entertaining, I would highly recommend using your services and the ensemble provided for us
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— Michal Gaidano (mother of the bride),
Jeff Sullivan and Kelli Fitzgerald Wedding,
March 17, 2007, Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club,
Santa Barbara, CA

Your musicians did an amazing job at my wedding. They were easy and fun to work with and most importantly, the violin music was incredible. Everyone was talking about how beautiful the music was and what an impact it had on our big day. Thank you
! 
— Cory Asrilant & Erin Royer-Asrilant, married
Nov. 11, 2006, Middle Ranch, Los Angeles, CA

On behalf of everyone here at the CLARE Foundation, I want to thank you for providing the music for our 9th Annual Friends of CLARE Tribute Dinner last month. You are so very talented and your music provided the perfect background for our dinner. We appreciate your support of CLARE and look forward to working with you in the future. THANKS
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— Julie Edens, Special Events Coordinator,
CLARE Foundation Tribute Dinner, Nov. 2006

The musicians were fantastic — they were the toast of our entire ceremony and reception. My husband is Scottish, but we also love jazz, and the ensemble found a way for us to blend both. They played pieces for us that were not too folksy but still gave us the unique feel we were hoping for and it did not go unnoticed. Guests told us it was some of the best live music they had heard and that made our special day even more memorable
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— Melanie Dabu and Matthew Philpott,
married May 21, 2006, Historical Courthouse, Santa Barbara, CA

We just wanted to thank you for the wonderful music for my daughter’s wedding. We had so many compliments. I really appreciate that they learned the music I had specially requested. Please let them know how wonderful they were
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— Becker/Sinclair Wedding, Jan. 14, 2006, Rancho Las Lomez

Our wedding was wonderful and the musicwas beautiful! Thanks so much for all your help — you were great! I am still hearing how everyone loved the music at the ceremony, and I am still wishing we had hired them for the receptionduring dinner as well
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— Julie & Donny Rudd, married Jan. 7, 2006,
Mission Inn, Riverside, CA

Hot Peppers Entertainment has hired your band on more than one occasion to provide live music. The band’s diverse repertoire is appropriate for music lovers of all ages, whether a community-based affair or private event. The band itself was always a pleasure to work with as they hold many of the qualities we require of our entertainers: professionalism, punctuality and passion. I would recommend the band for a variety of private affairs or cultural events, and look forward to working with them again
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— Diane Madrigal, Hot Peppers Entertainment

I am writing in response to providing a recommendation. I can whole-heartedly do that after having many successful opportunities to book your talented group. Whether showcasing your abilities as an original act or performing for a wedding or corporate booking, you are tops! You have proved to be talented musicians and artists, as well as very capable of handling the professional business end of it all, going out of your way to be certain the booking experience is so effortless and always pleasing your audience
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— Kevin McNally, President, Milestone Productions, Inc.

Our violinists were very professional and really set the tone for the whole event. The selection of music could not have been more perfect, and the ease of working with you was the icing on thecake.
I look forward to using you again at afuture event
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— Sandra Collier, Holiday Party,
Dec. 18, 2005, Duarte, CA

Our wedding musicians went above and beyond my greatest hopes and really made the evening memorable. My husband and I will absolutely use your services again in the future. Thanks
! 
— Jennifer & Scott Hunter, married Dec. 17, 2005,
St. John’s Presbyterian, Camus, WA

The event went off without a hitch, and it appeared to me that the musical entertainment was very much enjoyed by all. Our violinists showed a great deal of professionalism throughout the evening, and I have no regrets about the booking. Thanks for lining up such talented performers
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— California Public Radio Association, Private Party,
Dec. 2, 2005, Newport Beach, CA

Our musicians were absolutely wonderful. They exceeded all of our expectations and many of my guests said they were the highlight of our ceremony. We would recommend them to anyone and we really appreciated how easy it was to work with you online. The fact that you accommodated our budget and that we could handle everything online and/or over the phone made everything so much easier! Thanks so much for making it the easiest part of my wedding day
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— Amber & Steve Johnson,
married Oct. 1, 2005, Somis, CA

What lovely music to fit our memorable wedding! We loved it and thought it a perfect fit. I enjoyed your sense of humor and skill on the instruments. Your violin playing and serenading was captured in many good pictures
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— Ian Read and Chanelle Olivo, married Sept. 17, 2005,
Marin Art and Garden Center, Ross, CA

Everything went really well at our wedding, and the music was great! The violinists got many guests out on the dance floor, setting a cheerful and fun mood, and we received compliments about them
all day long. 
— Chris & Sarah Stone, married Aug. 14, 2005,
Cal Tech Institute, Pasadena, CA

We were all very impressed with our violinists. They were charming, witty, and had their own special style of ceremony and song. Their music alone relieved some of my day-of bride-to-be jitters
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— Lisa & Matthew Mueller, married July 31, 2005,
Fox Hills Park, Culver City, CA

The wedding was even more fabulous thanwe’d hoped, and our musicians were perfect. We had lots of compliments on the music and everyone, including the venue owner, was smiling and pleased
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— Cris & Tilo Blythe, married July 31, 2005,
Silent Movie Theatre, Hollywood, CA

The wedding was wonderful – it could not have turned out more perfectly. Our musicians were fabulous and the highlight of the day.
The music was romantic, sensual, and the perfect choice for our outside affair. Since we were planning our wedding from across the country, it was necessary to put a lot of faith in the choices we made for wedding professionals, and I knew from the minute I spoke with you on the phone that this was our choice! Thank you for being the best
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— Michelle & Damian Gavigan, married July 30, 2005,
Bacara Resort, Santa Barbara, CA

Our wedding music was really great. Justin and I didn’t get to choose most of the details of our wedding, but we did choose your musicians, and they really made the whole day special for us.
Thanks, you are wonderful
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— Justin & Lynelle Shears, married
June 25, 2005, Mission Viejo, CA

Thank you so much for everything, especially your professionalism and all of your hard work to make the day flow smoothly. The musicians were perfect, absolutely terrific, and really made my dream come true of having our ceremony be unique and memorable! They were very talented, prompt, and extremely courteous. All in all, the wedding is a blur, but the one detail I can remember is walking into the church and having beautiful music playing while I was about to give up my freedom
forever! 
— Annette & Ian Fisher, married May 20, 2005,
St. Gregory’s Armenian, Glendale, CA

Thank you for the great musical performance you gave us on our wedding night. Everyone kept commenting on what a great band you guys were. Thanks also to Michelle Hanley for the coordination
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— Lan and Mattias Nilsson, married March 5, 2005,
Green Parrot Cafe, Santa Ana, CA

We loved our wedding musicians! Their playing really made our wedding special. The music was incredible and kept the guests dancing all night long. The band and their management were wonderful to work with, and we will be sure to recommend them to all our friends
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— Jon & Holly Brody, married June 20, 2004,
Middle Ranch, Lake View Terrace, CA

Our violinists were unique, festive, and fun. From the beautiful procession, to the lively cocktail hour, their playing set the perfect mood. We truly enjoyed their particpation and energy, and planning the event was painless.
Bravo to you! 
— Karin & Shahram Imen, married May 15, 2004,
Music Academy of the West, Santa Barbara, CA

We’ve heard nothing but amazing response to our reception and the mood set by our musicians’ music... We had an absolute blast! They rocked, and everyone is asking when we will see them again
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— Chad & Jeana Greulach, married Oct. 11, 2003,
Greystone Mansion, Beverly Hills, CA

We had a great time at our wedding! You played such a big part in making the evening fun and bringing our families together for the best night of dancing we’ve ever had. We could not have imagined better musicians for our wedding
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— Matt & Ruth Franklin, married June 28, 2003,
Catalina Country Club, Catalina Island, CA

Our wedding musicians did a fantastic job! They were wonderful to work with, and we were so happy with the mood they set for the reception.We did not want a DJ, because we didn’t wantthe guests to feel like it was prom night...the music was superb. They truly could
not have done a better job
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— Steve & Carmen Smith, married June 14, 2003,
Marysville Opera House, Seattle, WA

Our musicians
MADE our wedding! Everyone commented on the music — violin music for the ceremony, a great jazz set for cocktails and dinner, and a rocket-fueled dance set. People loved the musicians, and they were great to
deal with. 
— Brian & Hillary Van Ornum, married June 28, 2002,
McMenamins Tavern, Portland, OR