FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My price starts at $1500. Customized Packages: Pricing is tailored to the specific needs of your event, whether it is an intimate backyard gathering, a corporate happy hour, or a full-scale wedding. The human - "Jukebox" & Custom Songs: My rates include my extensive existing repertoire and my "jukebox" feature, where I engage with guests to take requests. I also learn and perform specific new songs for your special moments, such as a first dance or a surprise birthday tribute. Travel & Equipment: Quotes typically include all professional sound equipment, setup, and travel within the Bay Area and surrounding regions like Napa, Carmel, and Santa Cruz. Multi-Service Discounts: I offer the best value when booking "Hybrid Packages." Instead of hiring a separate live musician and a DJ, you can bundle my live acoustic sets for ambiance with a high-energy DJ set /band for dancing. Professional Reliability: Your investment covers the peace of mind that comes with a "verified" professional who is punctual, communicative, and highly organized—including pre-meetings to ensure your setlist is perfect.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
My process is built on professionalism and clear communication. With team support, I can ensure: Planning: We collaborate on the setlist and schedule, ensuring the music evolves with the mood of the event. Preparation: I arrive early to handle my own professional sound equipment setup. Performance: I specialize in "reading the room," knowing exactly when to provide elegant ambiance and when to turn up the energy to get guests singing along. Engagement: I don't just play music; I interact with your guests to create an inclusive, "vibe-focused" experience.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Lifelong Musical Training: I have been musically trained since childhood, developing a foundation in vocal performance and guitar that spans decades. This lifelong commitment allows me to master a wide range of genres—from soulful ballads to upbeat rock and holiday classics—and learn new custom songs with a few days' notice. MBA-Level Professionalism: As an MBA graduate, I bring executive-level organization to your event. I understand the importance of clear communication, strategic planning, and the "business" of entertainment, ensuring a seamless experience for corporate planners and wedding coordinators alike. Clinical Precision: My former career as a Dentist instilled in me a "detail-first" mindset. I apply that same surgical precision to my sound engineering, my "Reading the Room" technique, and my punctuality. 20+ Years of International Experience: Beyond formal education, I have over two decades of experience performing in both Vietnam and the US. I have entertained audiences at everything from massive festivals and luxury hotels to intimate weddings and corporate functions for companies like Microsoft, Google, Intuit, VMware,... Versatile Artist & DJ: My training enables me to serve as a "one-woman band," acting as your singer, guitarist, and DJ to provide a full-spectrum entertainment solution.