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            Our Corporate Clients include:  Ford Motor Co., Aston Martin, Land Rover, Jaguar, Chrysler, The Pebble Beach Company, West Marine DC, Duke Energy, Tommy Bahama, Tehama, Carmel Art Festival, Ventana Vineyards, Paraiso Vineyards, Scheid Vineyards, and many more.  For a complete list, please call or email.

            We believe our best references are our past clients.  Many have recommended us to their friends and families or have hired us for repeat performances.  We often work with clients who reside in other states and if that applies to you, we hope it will be beneficial to read comments from others who have trusted us from across the miles.  We have included the cities and states next to the client's name.  Following are some quotes we have received, and for your convenience we have divided them into the following categories so that you can skip to whatever one most interests you:  Band, DJ, Musicians, or Corporate Events.

ABOUT OUR BAND:

"What a beautiful job you did! From the organization and detail side to the actual music, everything was perfect!! It was a match made in Heaven! Not just the bride and groom…also the wedding and the band!! The dynamic was great! Our friends and family kept saying they’ve never seen so many people on the dance floor so consistently…that’s a tribute to you all! We got so many compliments on you and the band! We can’t wait to have some other event so we can hire you all again!!!" -- Sharon Solow, Mother of the Bride,  Pebble Beach, CA

“I want to thank you both so very much for a perfect evening!!!  You were a huge hit with everyone!!!!!!!!!!  They loved your music choice, your great personalities and the general “fun” feeling of the wedding.  It is unbelievable how many emails and phone calls I received for the days past the wedding complimenting every moment of the event.  My only thing was it went so fast that day that most of everything is a blur.  I do know from comments how beautiful everyone felt the music was.  They especially loved “Songbird” played on the guitar and flute.  I truly felt with you two in charge, I did not stress.  Thank you!!!!!” --Lori Scherling, Mother of the Bride, Carmel, CA

            “We want to thank you for the tremendous job you did to make Katy and Joe’s wedding at the Holman Ranch so memorable.  The music you provided and arranged was perfect and you were able to accommodate all the different situations.  The ceremony music you arranged was lovely, the guitar played on the deck during cocktails was really nice and the music you provided during the dinner could not have been better.  We really appreciate the way you were able to adapt the music to the time frame when the dinner hour extended an extra hour!  You also were able to arrange the sound system so we could hear the ceremony and then the speeches during dinner.  We want to thank you for working so closely with Katy and Joe to provide them with their music selections.  You were always professional.  We will always be available to give you recommendations.” --Sincerely, Georgiana and Geoff Anderson, Lincoln, CA

              “The band was perfect!  They were exactly what we were hoping for, and they outperformed our expectations.  I will highly recommend them as well as the booking services you provide.  Additionally, the guests commented on how great the band was as well.  Thanks for everything - it truly has been a pleasure working with you.” --Ken Ebert, Pacific Grove, CA

            “We want to thank you for all the work that you put in to making our wedding so perfect.  Learning additional songs, adding a phenomenal female vocalist--we appreciate everything!  Family and friends are still talking about how good the band was--and proof is that the dance floor was packed all night.  Ann, you did a wonderful job communicating with us and helping us make choices.  You really took the stress out of the process.  The bandleader’s energy and talent kept the party going. It was terrific. We would absolutely recommend all of you!!" --With love and appreciation, Carin and Justin Pollock, Washington, D. C.

            “Ann, the band was absolutely perfect for our wedding!  We danced and danced until the end of the evening.  Thank you so much for all of your help!  The experience with you could not have been any better.  Thanks so much!” --Brooke and Mazzi Ernandes, Eugene, OR

“We would like to thank you for the wonderful performance at our wedding.  We got nothing but compliments on the music all day.  Great Job!  We were very pleased with Steve Ezzo and The Monterey Bay All-Stars band.” --Paulette and Sal Ganassi, Salinas, CA   (NOTE:  They later hired our band to perform in Modesto for a corporate event.)

“Thank you for such a wonderful job.  EVERYONE raved about the band, both kids and adults and Paige (the bride) had a great time.  When I was in the theater afterward, the foreman (of Holman Ranch) said the residents usually close their doors and windows, but this time they were all out on their porches listening to the music.  Thank you both and I will certainly be an enthusiastic referral source.  Hopefully we will get to hear you again!"  --Joanie Wellington, Mother of the Bride, Carmel, CA

“We were so pleased with our ceremony and reception music!  There was so much attention to detail and we received many compliments about the music and the musicians.  The flamenco guitarist was a great addition.  We will look forward to our DVD of the event so that we can relive the music and our special day.  We really enjoyed working with Steve and Ann and we appreciate their professionalism, enthusiasm, and kindness.  We would love to work with Steve Ezzo Entertainment again!" --Diana and Pierce Gore, Los Gatos, CA     

 “Steve and Ann handled every detail of the entertainment for our wedding with the utmost professionalism.  They worked with us to create the perfect assemblage of music.  Everyone loved it.  They did a fabulous job!” --Patty and Dave Parker, Pebble Beach, CA

            “Everyone loved the music and commented on how well the band played the various musical styles.  Thanks again for making our wedding so nice and our reception so much fun!" --Tiffany and Matt Durham, Salinas, CA

“Dear Steve & Ann, Thank you so much for providing the music for our wedding reception!  Your choices in music were perfectly suited to the group and you kept the afternoon moving perfectly!  We are very grateful to have had your experience to make our special day that much better."  --Kirstin & Dennis, Irvine, CA

            “Thank you Ann and Steve for everything.  Ann, your attentiveness and organization was so helpful and Steve’s talent, as well as the others, made the evening for us.  We will recommend you to everyone we know.”  --Mary and Tom McArdle, Carmel, CA

“Thank you so much for all your help and wonderful music you and the band provided at our wedding.  We‘re back from our honeymoon and wanted to share a part of it with you.  We visited the champagne region in France and picked up this bottle of champagne from Mumm’s.  The Grand Cru is the cream of the crop for grapes as we’re told.  Hope you enjoy it as we have.  Thanks again!" -- Michelle and Tim Buchner, Milpitas, CA

            “The music, arrangements, and selections were the best.  We just wish we had more time to enjoy the band and the music.  Hope an occasion arises so we can get you to San Diego.” --Gary and Dianne Harrison, San Diego, CA   (NOTE:  Dianne contracted our band to perform in San Diego for Gary’s birthday party a year later!)

        “I wanted to write you a note to thank you for everything.  I had more compliments on the music at the wedding than anything else.  Really, everyone loved the band, and they were especially impressed by your version of “The Wind” (Bridal Dance performed by Steve).  I think you should add it to your song list!  Thank you, thank you again.  I know that you rehearsed a lot and want to let you know that it was wonderful.”  --Anne & Keir Politz, New York, NY

            “Your music was sensational.  We have received calls from friends about your band.  Thank you for such a great evening.  The cocktail and dinner music was perfect.  You were very generous with your time and talents!” --Maria O’Farrell, Salinas, CA

            “We had a wonderful time!  Everyone commented on the “just right” and “classic” music.  Your team did a wonderful job.  Should you require a testimonial, please do not hesitate to contact me.” -- Jim Malone, Laguna Niguel, CA

               “My whole experience with you has been amazing.  The operation is organized and professional.  I am looking forward to the performances.  Thank you!”  --Jeanine Scaramozzino, Marina, CA 

ABOUT OUR DJ OR GUITAR/DJ COMBO:

“Thank you so much for all you did to make our wedding so amazing.  It was an incredible day and we had the time of our lives.  The events went so perfectly.  The music was really wonderful, particularly during our wedding ceremony--it was just gorgeous.  The dancing was absolutely phenomenal and you handled it all so beautifully.  We just wanted to make sure you knew how much we appreciated all you did.  Thank you also for your flexibility.  Thank you for being so responsive to all our requests.  The live and recorded music was wonderful.  You created exactly the kind of atmosphere we envisioned!  A big heartfelt thank you and I am happy to recommend you to anyone.  If you ever need a recommendation from us, please let us know.”  --Dr. Kathleen Rice, Oakland, CA  (NOTE:  We did provide her name as a reference and she gave us rave reviews!”)

“Steve Ezzo is an incredible musician whose unsurpassed talent has impressed both of us and all of our family and friends with something as simple as a website MP3 Clip. He and his wife Ann Ezzo are the kindest people we have ever had the great privilege to work with. They’ve devoted their time and skills to helping us despite budget issues and time limitations. It can honestly be said that we would have re-scheduled the wedding date if they hadn’t been available on September 29, 2007. Thank you both for your remarkable dedication to such a wonderful trade and incredible talent. I can’t imagine it getting any better but I am still excited to hear Steve in person!!! And we’re both relieved not to have a stranger DJ our reception. We trust you both to the fullest.” -- Ann Swank & Ryan Milligan, excerpt from their wedding web site    (NOTE:  Ann has since referred one of her friends to us.)

“Irene and I would just like to thank you both for doing such a wonderful job.  The music was fantastic as was the presentation.  I had quite a few people after the wedding asking about your DJ services and they all really enjoyed the music.  Thank you so much for creating such a great atmosphere during the reception and making it very easy for Irene and myself to not have to worry about the little details such as when certain songs were going to start and when to be in certain places at certain times.  Your professionalism was a treat and a blessing!!  Thank you for helping make our wedding memorable! --Lawrence and Irene Zenk, Salinas, CA   (NOTE:  Lawrence and Irene have since referred two of their friends to us and we performed for their weddings as well.)

“Thank you for a perfect day of entertainment and especially for the recommendation to do the ceremony with the wireless microphones and ceremony sound system.  It made it possible for everyone to enjoy the meaningful words and message delivered by the minister and vows of the bride and groom.  It was a pleasure to work with all of you!!  The bride did get the wedding of her dreams!  The DJ was extremely professional and focused.  Thank you again for your professionalism and guidance on Brandie‘s wedding.  We both have genuinely appreciated your thorough and thoughtful advice on many issues related to the music.” --Katherine  Beique, Monterey, CA   (NOTE:  Katherine recommended us to the Charter School where she teaches and our band performed for two of their social functions.)

            “Thank you for the amazing wedding reception.  We really appreciate the atmosphere you helped create at the reception.  We don’t think it could have gone any better.  You both made seamless transitions between dinner and speeches and dancing and cake cutting.  We feel like everything went so smoothly and I know we had a great time dancing." —Christopher Gandy, Los Angeles, CA

“Ann, we cannot thank you enough for the excellent service you provided. The DJ rocked!  Everything was perfect.  Hard to believe it was all done online and over the phone!  If you ever need a reference, please contact me.  Thanks again!”  --Elizabeth Obenchain, Alexandria, VA

 "Thank you so much for all your creativity, suggestions, and hard work in providing the music for our wedding!  The ambience created by the music was so fun and comfortable.  We know lots of details weren’t finalized until the last minute, many things actually changed during the event, and that it was a tough crowd to please music-wise.  And yet, we were so pleased with how you handled yourself and the situation.  You were all so helpful and accommodating, particularly because we were planning a long distance wedding.  We appreciated that you were so easy to work with.  Thank you for ensuring the music was one detail of the day we never had to worry about!  The wedding was a great success and we have very special memories of the day.  We owe you many thanks for your contribution to the success!  We will be sure to recommend you to anyone in need of a DJ!!”  --Catherine & Christian Esquivel, Lawrence, MD

“We screened several other DJs before hiring you and the two of you are just wonderful.  Your personalities and service are excellent too, something Dave and I both truly value and appreciate.” --Lauren Krohn, Wilmington, DE

            “All of our guests were extremely impressed with Steve’s guitar performance.  I think he also did a great job selecting the perfect variety of music as a DJ.  It was exactly what we wanted!"  --Laura and Robert Krysinsky, Vero Beach, FL

            “Steve and Ann, Fantastic!  Thanks for everything that you both did for our wedding.  Steve did a great job as the guitarist for our ceremony, the DJ for our reception, and the M C for the reception.    Steve’s guitar playing for the prelude and ceremony complimented our outdoor wedding perfectly.  You were both really good at making sure that Stephanie and I didn’t have anything to worry about.  You were both very professional and organized.  You  made our ceremony and reception flow smoothly from event to event without a hitch.  Thanks again.”  --Michael Shepherd, San Jose, CA

“Thank you for providing the music at our wedding.  Ann—it was a pleasure working with you, and Steve—we have received numerous compliments on your DJing.  Thanks!" --Stephanie & Keoni Schwartz, San Francisco, CA   (NOTE:  Stephanie’s sister hired us soon after to DJ her wedding in Santa Cruz.)

“Dear Steve & Ann:  Looking forward to working with you!  Ryan and I happened to be in town for the Bridal Show and I have to say the vendors in attendance reaffirmed our belief that you guys really are THE BEST!”  --Courtney Blore, Fresno, CA

“Thank you so much for being a part of our special day.  The music was great and everyone had a great time.  It couldn’t have gone better in our eyes and we owe a lot of that to you!  Feel free to use us as a recommendation anytime!  Thanks again!" --Jill Rytie and Mike Lutz, Santa Monica, CA

“Steve & Ann:  Thanks so much for the job well done at our wedding.  Our guests were very impressed with the DJ music selection and the guitar, too!” --Rhonda & Durke Wright,  Monterey, CA

“Steve and Ann, Thank you very much for your hard work and providing such beautiful music.  The ceremony music was magical and the reception music was entertaining.  A Sunday morning wedding is hard to get people dancing, but you seemed to make it work!  We appreciated your professional touch.” --Nicole & Tyler Martin, Goodyear, AZ

“Thank you so much for DJing our rehearsal dinner at Planet Gemini.  You did an amazing job with the music selections for dinner and kickin’ off the Karaoke.  You were really great to work with.  Thank you again for being a part of a wonderful event!” --Amanda & Ben Carey, Discovery Bay, CA

“You kept the party going!  Thanks.”  (Solo guitar and DJ) --The Sterners, Carmel, CA

            “Recommend Ezzo Entertainment?  Absolutely.  You both were such a great addition to our special day.  You can use us as a reference any time.”   (Solo guitar/DJ) --Steve & Kelly Trebbe, Scotts Valley, CA

            “Thank you for being so responsive to all our requests.  The live and recorded music was wonderful.  You created exactly the kind of atmosphere we envisioned!  Thank you!"  --Richard and Kathleen Gerber, Oakland, CA

            “Thank you so much for the great tunes to dance to.  You really did make it a great day.  Aloha!”  --Kim and Jason Morris, East Kahuku, Hawaii

“Music was great.  DJ was very good at reading the crowd.  Great Master of Ceremonies, flexible. We were very pleased--absolutely no complaints.  Thanks so much!" --Elizabeth and John Burns, Alameda, CA                  

            “I was a little concerned about the DJ only because I had not met him, but I put my trust in Ann and was very pleased with the outcome.  He was fabulous and really kept the crowd going.  The flute and guitar duo was very good as well.  Thanks so much!!!"  --Donna and Rick Peak, San Jose, CA

            “Ann and Steve:  Just wanted to write a quick note thanking you both for all the work you did for our wedding.  The ceremony music was beautiful (guitar & flute duo) and the reception music (DJ) was perfect for our friends and family to enjoy themselves!  Thanks again for everything." --Amy and Josh Quarles, Seattle, WA

“[The DJ] was professional, entertaining & an all around nice guy!.  He did a superb job.”  --Daniel Speer, Monterey, CA

ABOUT OUR MUSICIANS:

             “Dear Steve,   I just wanted to thank you again for your excellent work at our wedding ceremony and the cocktail hour that followed.  Many of our guests approached us during the reception to tell us how much they enjoyed your performance.  You were very professional, and provided the perfect finishing touch for our beach ceremony.  Please accept our thanks for your professionalism, and your talent.  It was great to work with you and Ann in scheduling our wedding.  We will definitely seek you out in the future if we need musical services.  Best wishes for a continued successful future.”   “Ann, Thanks a lot.  All your work and special attention is really appreciated.”  --Tami Daugherty and Marc Melcher, San Mateo, CA

            “We have watched our video over a dozen times and each time we realize just how much Steve added to our ceremony.  We really liked the soft music in the background during our vows.  At the time of the ceremony I was so nervous I didn‘t remember hearing it, but on the video it was really nice.  Thank you so much.”  -- Jacquie and Phil Dalton, Jacksonville, FL

            “I can’t begin to tell you what a pleasure it was for me to have you perform on Friday and Saturday night. Everyone at my concert on Friday was duly impressed with your fine accompaniment and on Saturday night at the Quail Lodge TomatoFest event for Julia Child, I heard (over and over again!) what a fine job you and your trio did.  Today, once more, I heard some flattering comments for your part in accompanying me.  Several people wondered how you could do such a marvelous job.  Personally, I think no matter what your pay, it can never be enough! Thanks for another event well done!  You’re the best!”  --Shelly Cullin, Carmel, CA

            “Thank you so much for a superb job at our wedding, despite a short notice for the changes we did.  Steve, thanks for being the Master of Ceremony.  Ann, thanks for organizing the whole timeline with us!  It was great working with you!” --Bill & Gen Conron, Cupertino, CA

“Thank you for providing (the guitarist) and his music for our party.  He was an exceptional addition to our party and I received so many compliments for him and the wonderful music.” --Merle Chase, Salinas, CA

            “Everything was just as we had asked and so professional.  Steve and the other musicians were such a delight!”  --Shannon Potter, La Mesa, CA

            “Steve played guitar beautifully.  We were very pleased and have already recommended him to our friends as a DJ and guitarist.”  --Jim and Jennifer Bland, Salinas, CA

            “Thank you so much for the music!  It was perfect for the day, the setting, and the occasion.  Many guests asked about the trio (guitar, flute & bass).  I was happy to pass your name along!   Thanks!”  --Pat Northcott, Salinas, CA

              “Dear Ann, Thank you so much for sending [the violinist] for [my daughter’s] wedding.  She is a lovely person representing your business.  We are so pleased with her.   The day was absolutely beautiful and she played beautifully.”  --Georgie Skinner, Gonzales, CA

            “The musicians were great!”  (String duo and piano) --Mike & Jean Somlo, Sunnyvale, CA

            “We felt that Steve and Kenny (guitar & flute duo) were very personable and professional.  From start to finish it was a pleasure working with all of you.  Keep up the good work." --Daphne Raitt and Terry Wilson, Frederick, MD

            “Thank you for your musical services and for accommodating our style of music.  You made the wedding wonderful and ours!  We will definitely recommend your company.  With appreciation, --Eric and Giselle Neumann, Los Angeles, CA

            “Steve, Thank you for blessing us with your God-given talent and for bringing a bit of Ireland to us on this memorial day.  Dad would have approved!” --The Ryan Family, Salinas, CA

            “We thoroughly enjoyed your music.  Thank you very much.  We would recommend you to anyone needing a guitarist.” --Ellen Toman, Springfield, Oregon

            “Thank you so much for performing at our wedding (solo guitar).  Everyone enjoyed the lovely music and the day was a memorable event because of you."  --Jim and Sue McCall, Watsonville, CA

            “Ann, I can’t thank you enough for all of your work.  Working with you has really been great!  THANK YOU!  I‘m so happy that the (string trio) can do all of the songs I requested.”  --Angela and John Holloszy, San Carlos, CA

            “Thanks again, Ann.  You’ve been great.  I assure you that whomever we book, it’ll definitely be through Ezzo Entertainment.  I appreciate all your help!  I‘m confident with your assistance, we‘ll be able to put a great musical evening together.  You’ve been just terrific!   Thanks for your diligence.  Almost feel we‘re friends.  With the date locked in place and you and Steve holding all the talent, what‘s to worry about?”  --LaRene Taddio, Pebble Beach, CA

            “Thank you so much for doing the wedding for me.  I have received many compliments on the music.  I think it was perfect!!”  (Guitar and flute duo) --Jessica Avila, Santa Clarita, CA

            “Thank you so much for supplying us with exceptional wedding music at an exceptional rate!  We are so appreciative of all of your hard work and dedication to making our wedding ceremony flawless!  Many thanks.”  (string trio) --Tamara and Steven Gunnerson, Monterey, CA

            “Thank you very much for being so responsive to our requests during the wedding." --Jay and Jolene Feldman, Mountain View, CA

“We were delighted with the violinist.  His selection of music and performance definitely enhanced the ceremony.”  --Barbara Delantoni, Redwood City, CA

“Thank you for excellent wedding planning ideas and music!"   --Mike Sarmento, Carmel Highlands, CA

“Thank you for a wonderful job and for helping to make my daughter’s day so special.  Everything was beautiful.  Thank you so very, very much for all of your help.  My daughter is very, very pleased and Steve has a wonderful voice! “  -- Karen Morgan, Pacific Grove, CA

CORPORATE EVENTS:

            “We at Duke Energy highly recommend Steve Ezzo Entertainment.  The group is outstanding.  Our plant personnel are still talking about the Christmas party and what an awesome group that entertained them that evening.  We hope to see you all at our next event.  Thank you again.”  --Duke Energy   (NOTE:  We performed at their Christmas party again the following year.

             “You all have been great to work with--and the level of service and talent are both excellent!” --The Weston Group  (NOTE:  We have provided entertainment for many events for their client, Creekbridge Homes.)        

              “The music was fabulous. You were right--Steve is the best!  Best wishes and please stay in touch.”  (Concours d’Elegance event)  --Ford Motor Co.   (NOTE:  We have performed for the Ford Motor Co. or one of  their partners Jaguar , Aston Martin, and Land Rover nearly every year during the Concours in Pebble Beach.)

            “I have received nothing but raves about the band.  We have never had so many attendees stay until the end of a company party!  Thanks again for everything.”    --West Marine DC

            “Thank you for playing the fabulous music you did for our Christmas party.  Wow, did we have fun!  Best one yet as far as I’m concerned.  We had a great time and music was key in making that happen.”  --Il Fornaio   (NOTE:  We are on the Preferred Vendor List at Il Fornaio and perform at weddings and parties in Carmel many times throughout the year.)

            “AWESOME!!!!!  Excellent duo and great smiles.  Their performance was wonderful.” --Tommy Bahama   (NOTE:  We supplied music for their grand opening in Carmel and for a second event later that year.)

            “Everything was great.  Looking forward to our next event.”--Ventana Vineyards  (NOTE:  We have provided musical entertainment for many of their wine tasting events.

          “The DJ was great!  We had a lot of fun.  We’d like to have him again for our next party.  Thanks!” --Infinity Packaging   (NOTE:  They hired us again a second year!)     

            “Thank you for everything.  We loved it!” --Paraiso Vineyards

             “The entertainment was great.  They did a fine job and seemed to enjoy themselves.  Glad to work with you again.” --Ford Motor Co.  (Third year)

             “The musicians and DJ were GRRRREAT!  The DJ had everyone dancing--and we’re talking Senior Citizens and little kids alike--and he was very accommodating.  The ceremony musicians were awesome.  I was very happy with the whole process and would love to call on your company again.” --Patty Speirs, Party Planner, ELD   (NOTE:  This was our first job for ELD and we are happy to report that Patty has called us again.)

            “Duke Energy had a wonderful time Saturday evening.  Yesterday they were still talking about the great band and music.  A great time for all who attended and those that did not are  now wishing they had.  Your band made the evening!  Again it’s been a pleasure working with you both and we hope to repeat soon.”  --Duke Energy   (NOTE:  Corporate Christmas party for the second year.)      

            “Thank you so much for playing for us at our Fall Festival and providing your services for such a reasonable price.  We truly appreciate your generosity.  Your music is beautiful and everyone enjoyed it.  Thank you also for being so flexible during the event when we had to change the auction time.  Your understanding and calm demeanor was a delight to work with.  Your presence added to the success of the event.  Thank you again for your time and talent.”  --Theresa Newbold, St. Angela’s Children’s Center