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About
Music is my life. Music is an expression of who I am and what I like to bring to the world.
My services are threefold. I am a performer (Vocals and Guitar) and a music educator. For more than 25 years, I have provided award winning musical services as a solo vocalist with guitar, duo, trio and full band, playing tunes from Standards, Easy Listening to Classic Rock and Originals. My Band has been a Yamaha Ticketmaster awardee and have played from small private venues to large stages such as the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, Hermosa Community Theater, Santa Barbara Jazz Festival, Manhattan Beach Fireworks Festival, Americana Fireworks Festival, Los Angeles Marathon and more. Employers include private parties, hotels, community centers, cities and government agencies.
I am also a Musical Director for numerous stage musicals, a church music director and a Music teacher for Grades 1-8 which has provided a curriculum basis for Private Lessons. I teach private Vocal lessons, using time tested methodology that is appropriate for beginners to seasoned singers. I also teach guitar and ukulele and have been popular for putting together "garage bands" for all ages to Adult. Finally, I am a songwriter who can assist you or your company with special musical dedications, infomercials or theme songs.
Music has been my full time occupation for many years and the magic of music is found in each client or service I provide. I enjoy seeing the fun and fellowship that results from my performances as well as the special life's memories that can be made with music. I love the "big" moments when my students realize that they have accomplished so much and they are really playing music.
Overview
Hired 13 times
Serves Redondo Beach, CA
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1 employee
36 years in business
Business hours
Sun11:00 am - 1:00 pmMon4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
Customers rated this pro highly for value, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Abbe B.
Sep 25, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
John Brown Entertainment would make an excellent coach to those who want to work with a seasoned professional. Great style and he seems to know what fits both the working and newbee singer.
Details: 65 years or older • No, the student cannot read music • 4+ yrs of formal training • Jazz • Musical theater • What the teacher recommends • Rock • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)
Singing Lessons
Terry Y.
Aug 24, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack
We hired John to sing at my mother's funeral. We could not have been happier with our choice. His voice is absolutely beautiful. And before hand, he took the time to make sure he understood the Catholic service perfectly. He was so nice and kind to work with. After the service the family received so many compliments on the beautiful service and John's singing. We can't thank him enough.
Solo Musician Entertainment
Bryn S.
Jul 25, 2014
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Hired on Thumbtack
I called John Brown with a unique request: to learn and sing a Jackson Browne song that had been rewritten lyrically for a memorial service that was 5 days away. John jumped on the project and sang and produced a beautiful version of the song that featured piano, base and acoustic guitars along with John's soulful vocals. It was an incredibly moving piece that was a gift not only to the family but all who attended. Better yet, he met our difficult deadline with two days to spare. A bravo performance!
Solo Musician Entertainment
Michelle G.
Jul 26, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack
John Brown was hired to DJ the 40th reunion at Bishop Montgomery High School. During the cocktail hour of the event, as requested. John played guitar and sang some of our acoustical favorites. For the remainder of the reunion John did a great job of playing the music that was requested by the alumni and kept the event flowing. This is the second time I have hired John Brown to be in charge of entertainment, and both times have been pleased, he is a true professional.
DJ
Natalie L.
Nov 30, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack
John Brown Entertainment was incredible and I highly recommend them. We hired them relatively close to the the event date but they were able to accommodate us. They arrived when they said they would be there, and everyone loved them! Very talented and very entertaining!
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FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing is contingent on many factors, but we want to work with you and will do our best to give you the best package possible.
Basic packages range from $400-$800
Standard packages range from $1,000-$1,500
Premium packages range from $2,000-$2,400
High-end packages range from $3,200-$3,600
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We gather careful information about their needs and email contracts and agreements so that everything is in writing. We desire to fulfill their musical dreams and expectations, so communication is very important.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
All of the musicians/technicians working and performing with John Brown have degrees and/or a minimum of 15 years performing experience. This Band has played with members of the Eagles and Beach Boys. John Brown is currently finishing a Music Composition for Film, TV and Games professional degree with Berklee School of Music, a top-rated music grad program
