Testimonials

TAKE THIS

June 3, 2005

We were all so happy with the band, and appreciate all your help in getting the contract together with our changes, taking care of the Irish dancers when they arrived, great musical presentation. I was dancing so much I forgot to sit back and really listen, but I really enjoyed the music, and I know that Rich and Jen enjoyed it a lot too. Thank you for everything. I wish I had taken more time to introduce myself to the rest of the band and to let you all know how good you sounded. We really enjoyed it all and felt that you were very professional in every way. Thank you for making our wedding reception a huge success!! Kim Stephenson (mother of the bride)

(Voicemail) - "We just got back from our honeymoon two days ago and wanted to follow-up with you to say how much we enjoyed the playing from your band, SOLID GROUND, especially the Hora Medley, that we thought was so incredible! We had the best time ever! I was so excited! I know we talked about you learning the whole medley but we just didn't know how great it would be. You all played wonderfully and everything was perfect. It was really great working with you and Lake Tahoe Entertainment. If you ever need a recommendation, please don't hesitate to call us.

...exceeded our expectations! We knew it was only going to be acoustic at Chamber's Landing but you assured us that the music would still be fun and what we asked for. Thank you for all you did to convince us we were getting a superb band. They made the day and we wanted them to stay all night!

...was fabulous. It couldn't have been a more romantic setting in our garden. We just wanted to say how wonderful it all was and thank you for supplying such beautiful music. You were great to work with and I'll be happy to recommend you anytime.

The band was Great! Exactly what we wanted! We will definitely refer you to friends. Working with Lake Tahoe Entertainment to fine music for our recent South Lake Tahoe winter wedding was great. Not only did you help us pick out the perfect group (3-piece jazz ensemble), but our guests did not stop commenting on how great the music was! It really set the tone for our evening wedding. The ensemble helped organize the important stuff (first dance, mother-son, father-daughter dances), and even let us pick the music, which had a special meaning for us and our family. We were referred to Lake Tahoe Entertainment by friends and will not hesitate to recommend you and your company in the future. Erin and Justin

We were married at Edgewood on May 13, 2006 and the Take This band that we booked through you was fantastic. They were exactly what we had wanted and numerous guests have commented on how great the jazz band was. We would like to have the contact information of the band members so we can send personalized Thank you notes to the musicians. Thank you very much for your assistance, and for helping make our wedding celebration so special. Dave and Rebecca Bruck

We were very, very happy with Lake Tahoe Entertainment. You provided excellent service and had everything set up right on time and made our wedding very special. Your singing is really fantastic and with your band the music was just what we had wanted. Our guests had a great time dancing to the music and you chose just the right songs to play at the right time. Thank you! Christine Beckstead-Chew

We wanted to say Thank you for everything. You and the rest of the band [Solid Ground] were fantastic. Everyone had a great time out on the dance floor. The Hora Medley was wonderful and thanks for backing Gary up during his serenade. We can't Thank you enough for how well you handled it all. We were very pleased with the end result. Pamela and Gary Herman

Violin 1st & 2nd, Viola, Cello As a 4-piece or 3-piece - This is a chamber style group that can play lots of Classical favorites as well as some variety, Celtic, light Pop, Broadway. From ceremonies to cocktails; this choice is always classy! Weddings, Parties, Community Events.

Thank you for your music services. We had a great experience with Lake Tahoe Entertainment. You were easy to communicate with, especially considering that we were planning our wedding long distance ! We really enjoyed the music and it was the perfect complement to our wedding. I would recommend you to anyone who wants a good and hassle-free experience. Thanks again! Natalie Hood

John was fabulous! Thank you for helping to make our day so special. Francesca Bottini

Communication with Lake Tahoe Entertainment was excellent. You and the band were incredibly accommodating and responsive for the most important event of our lives our wedding day. I could not have been happier with the music and the energy that the band brought to us and the entire crowd that evening. They were always asking us both for feedback throughout the evening to make sure that the music, tempo and overall vibe suited the event, us and the rest of the participants and this was something we really appreciated. Thank you again for all of your help and making this event the most memorable of our lives thus far and most likely for the rest of our lives. Dave Hodges

The Classigals were tremendous. Their sound and presentation were absolutely perfect. We simply mapped out what we thought we might like and they poured over the choices and refined them. We had a cold snowy morning; the sun came ut for the afternoon ceremony but the temperatures were low the Classigals, blankets over their laps and fingers exposed to the cold played flawlessly. It was beautiful. The music filled the valley by the river. They were professionals in every way.

Want to have fun at your wedding? You want Jo Mama. They can play a range of sounds. Have fun with the room staying in touch with the guests through the music. They made it their business to learn our first dance song and styled it!! We truly could not have asked for a better band. Debra and Teddy Howard, San Francisco, California

I'd love to provide positive feedback for Lake Tahoe Entertainment. Dov and I were thrilled with you both. You respected our music choices, mixed them very well for the reception, read the mood of our guests beautifully, and you provided us with great live music for our ceremony and cocktail hour. The Spanish Trio in particular was very well received. I had a wonderful time at my own wedding, and have heard the same from many of our guests. The great music had a lot to do with this and if we had to do it again, we would choose Lake Tahoe Entertainment a hundred times over! Many thanks again for helping to make our wedding so perfect. Anne Le Brun/Dov

We just wanted to thank you for accommodating our very special requests in music. We appreciate your flexibility and professionalism. Everyone really enjoyed dancing and the music and especially the special "sports themes" we asked for. It made it super unique! Thanks again for making our wedding day really memorable."

Thank you for making our reception a blast! A day we will never forget! Stephen Johns

Thank you. Our group had so much fun at our daughters wedding reception! The music was terrific, and your low-keyed way of handling it was perfect. Can hardly wait to hear your band. Lets keep in touch. Thank you for all your help in working with me. You and your husband deserve so much applause. Have your other wedding groups danced as much as ours? Joan K Cathcart (mother of the Bride)

We loved the music and all the Hawaiian attention you put into it. Everyone had a wonderful time and the dancing was a blast! I would recommend you highly to anyone that was looking for a DJ. Julie Tryan Johnson

Thank you so much for making our wedding so special. You both handled everything so professionally (wedding day coordination and DJ service) and did a great job of ensuring a perfect day. Thank you. Heather and Justin Arnold

Thank you for being a wonderful DJ, and for finding us the perfect mood setter with the Hawaiian band, (DA BIG TUSNAMI). Everything went so smoothly and the music that you played was perfect. We really had a wonderful time and I hope you found us O.K. to deal with as well. We wanted to let you know how much we appreciated all that you did for us. Everything was just as we had hoped for. Thanks so much! Billy and Julie Brooks

Receiving a response from Lake Tahoe Entertainment regarding my wedding was quick and easy. The staff was also personable and helpful. The level of service was above what I had expected. I LOVED the music played at my wedding and everything went off without a hitch and our wedding guests had so much fun! I would definitely recommend Lake Tahoe Entertainment to anyone that I know having their wedding in the Lake Tahoe area. Rhonda Bartizal

I wanted to let you know how much we appreciated your expertise. A music major myself (many years ago!), I know that the background music to an event is important silence makes us all recede. You were wonderful in your timing and play list and Amanda & Rory were very happy with the evening. I would be happy to recommend you to anyone. You made the music part very easy to navigate around. Allison Judge (mother of the Groom)

Having a magician at my husband's 60th surprise birthday party was truly the most fun thing we could have done. Thank you for suggesting this. He was funny and personable as well as a really good magician. I'll be calling Lake Tahoe Entertainment for any future party entertainment needs!

Charlie was exactly what we wanted in a country dance instructor. His personality was great and his patience was appreciated by those of us who had no experience! It was a blast and we thank you!

Your recommendation of comedienne "KAT", as our "Life of the Party", made our company Christmas party a huge success! It really took the pressure off of me and I could enjoy laughing and carrying on with our guests. She's a riot and I would highly recommend having her at any party!

Thanks again for �Solid Ground�s� efforts. Everyone I talked to thought you and your band made the �Fur Ball� a great event. The music selections were perfect and you delivered as promised. Thanks again and we will use you next time we need a band for the Pet Network. � Gordon Meyer

Rarely do I have an opportunity to work with Professionals totally dedicated to the satisfaction of the client. Lake Tahoe Entertainment fulfilled all of our expectations and more for our annual Corporate Christmas party.

Many were the employee comments:"The best party we have ever had!"

Ms. Shipley even took the extra time to respond to specific requests for songs from our employees prior to the event to insure that each had the opportunity to hear his or her "special" song.

I would recommend Lake Tahoe Entertainment to anyone seeking quality entertainment at a competitive price with outstanding customer service. � Mark N. Ashworth, A and H Insurance, Inc.

Thank you very much for helping to make our First Annual Hot Havana Nights Poker Tournament a success. Even though the number of guests were fewer than anticipated, the response was nothing but positive from everyone who attended.

The band was wonderful. Their energy and overall professionalism garnered such compliments as, �What a fun band�, �Great music� and �The music really adds to the atmosphere�.

Please pass our thanks along to Jo Mama. We look forward to working with you again. � Heather Weisberger, Tahoe Sierra Board of Realtors

As usual, you were very well received by audience members at our recent WIN for Charity. The music was perfect�and the group�s ability to start and stop multiple times throughout the event was very much appreciated! I so enjoyed watching all the attendees sitting back enjoying your music. � Mary Ellen Vogt, Tahoe Charity League

The people at Lake Tahoe Entertainment were knowledgeable and professional, and the arranged terrific music for our family reunion at a Lake Tahoe resort. The 5-piece band was really quite good and played music that was a perfect fit for our group of 60 family members. � Rory MacLean, Family Reunion

Thank you so much for making our wedding so special. You both handled everything so professionally (wedding day coordination and DJ service) and did a great job of ensuring a perfect day. � Heather and Justin Arnold

David and I want to thank you so much for all your hard work and help on the day of our wedding. The day turned out perfectly and we honestly couldn't�t have done it without you. You were so professional, kind, friendly, and patient with everything. Everyone said you did such a fantastic job. I am so happy we found you to help us on our big day! Everyone had such a great time at the wedding and they were so shocked by how beautiful the lake / setting was. The biggest surprise was when you sang �Summertime� with the band! You are so very talented! That was truly a special treat�thank you! Thanks again for everything Cherie! We welcome you to come out to Austin anytime. � Tatyana and David

Cherie at Lake Tahoe Entertainment truly made our wedding. We were first introduced to Cherie for her expertise in music and then grew quickly to understand all she could contribute to help us realize our vision. Cherie is flexible, detail-oriented, a pleasure to work with�she is supportive and knowledgeable. Our event called for complete coordination of multiple vendors in two different locations. We had done quite a bit of pre-work and vision work but it was Cherie who made it real and dialed things up to the next level. We essentially gave her the keys to a raw space and when we arrived after our vows we were enveloped in the vision of our wedding. She saw what we didn�t and tended to it all, so our night was filled with romance, intimacy and joy. Cherie made it seamless, problem-solved without our even knowing, and applied taste and creativity to more than get the job done. We could not have worked with someone better. May you have the opportunity to work with such a great partner. � Debra and Teddy Howard, San Francisco, California