Wedding Entertainers in Pinole, CA

Experience a one-of-a-kind performance that blends exceptional fingerstyle guitar with intimate, engaging vocals, creating a unique and unforgettable vibe every time. Whether delivering soulful instrumentals or singing hits across genres—I craft tailor-made sets that resonate with every audience. Taking requests and reinventing popular songs with my own arrangements, I make sure there’s something for everyone, turning each show into the perfect soundtrack for the moment.

I don't take myself too serious. I believe in presenting in a humorous manner instead of a mysterious manner. Over the past 17 years I have developed programs which are based on what pleases my audiences. Bottom line is our goal is to entertain. When people come up to me after a performance and say "Thank you, you made my day". That is what I like most. It is a joy to help people forget about what is in the news or possible worries they have.

Amazing balloon entertainment for all ages! I have been working as a balloon entertainer in the Bay Area for the last 5 years. After working at birthday parties, weddings, store openings, corporate functions, school fundraisers and many other venues, I have learned that balloons are a welcome presence in any occasion and can only make a good event better. When I show up to your event, I start making balloons right away and do not stop until my time is up. I make sure that everyone who wants a balloon gets one, and that everyone is satisfied with what they have received. I am committed to your enjoyment. Hire me, and I will dazzle you and your party guests with my unique balloon creations!

Musical solutions for your corporate event, cocktail hour, restaurant, company & private celebration [...] : Not your 'daddy’s cocktail piano' - more along the lines of a post modern jukebox; from blues and jazz to the Beatles, The BEach Boys, David Bowie, Radiohead, Nirvana, Paramore [...] - guitar edition, including custom arrangements for themed events. For same day music consultation, quick turnarounds and available discounts - find our homepage and a direct line to our team via the Youtube videos (links in description). Our musical styles blend popular music and the intricacies of jazz harmony - 40s, 60s, 90s, and contemporary repertoire - arranged for one guitar, as well as ensembles of your choice: The sonic nature of the guitar allows to seamlessly merge songs and elements of Pop, Jazz, R&B, Alternative, or Neo Soul; to create soulful and melodic musical ambiences. The palette can go from Brian Wilson 'The Beach Boys meet Bach' to Kurt Cobain's 'Nirvana's songwriting vs. High-brow jazz'. About the musicians: We are professionally-trained (jazz) musicians with 20 years of experience in live performance, music publishing and research. Working together with the most sought-after musicians in the Bay Area, we cater towards tailoring your unique, desired musical experience. Yancy Ashby (solo guitar, arrangement, musical director) received classical training, a bachelor's degree in Jazz and Popular Music, and studied and worked as teaching assistant for his master's degree in Jazz and Improvised Music at the University of Washington - School of Music. Please feel welcome to ask for specific songs or themes to be arranged to match your event. Solo perfomance advantages: + only requires a conveniently small gear / space footprint, + the ‘band’ is always flexible to adjust the music, to meet the moment. Recent customers: Auberge Resorts - Calistoga; Palette Tea House - San Francisco; Billion to One - Awards Reception; Northeastern University - Mills College, Oakland "Lead By Learning"; Ritual at Manresa Restaurant, Los Gatos - Electro Tango for a Michelin Star Chef; Hayes Mansion - San Jose, cocktail hours; Stone Brewery; Jazz Nights - Langenau (CH); WTC Seattle; Northwest Meetings + Events Magazine 'Meeting'; University of Washington - Foundation Board Dinner; wedding receptions, Santa Rosa; Bay Clubs San Francisco; Acumen Winery - Napa; California Jazz Conservatory - Berkeley; [...]