"Dear Jason,
Thank you so much for your wonderful performance on our wedding
day. When I first talked to you on the phone, I could immediately
sense that you would be very professional. I appreciate your advice
on song selections to be played and just want to say that the
music was absolutely beautiful and I cannot thank you enough for
making my wedding planning easier. I will recommend you to all
my friends and family. Thank you!"
Misa and Keisuke Wakunaga
Westlake Village Inn, Westlake Village
"Jean and I are extremely delighted to have had you perform
at our wedding. For us, you were the highlight of our wedding
ceremony and our guests raved about your wonderful music. We are
so happy you could be a part of our happiest day and we recommend
you to everyone."
Jean and Jimmy Song
The Castaway, Burbank
"Dear Jason, what a talent you are! Thank you for making
Jill and Sam’s ceremony so special at Crossroads. Your music was
absolutely beautiful and I loved the song selections. The only
problem was that it went by too quickly. Your guitar playing added
such a special touch to the reception as well. So many guests
commented on the lovely music. You truly did an amazing job. I’m
so happy Jill and Sam wanted you to play for them and I want to
thank you for your part in making this the happiest day in their
lives."
Cindy Anderson (Jill’s mom)
Jill and Sam Ellis
Firestone Crossroads Estate, Santa Ynez
"Ryan and I truly made the right choice by hiring you for
our wedding. You are extremely talented and walking down the aisle
to your acoustic version of "In My Life" was incredibly
beautiful. I had several guests compliment your talent and they
told me how much they enjoyed listening to you play. Thank you
again! I couldn't have asked for more. Ryan and I will definitely
call you again for our next event."
Heather Davis and Ryan Cuff
Fess Pakers DoubleTree Resort, Santa Barbara
"Thank you so much for the wonderful job you did at our
wedding. You have a special musical gift and one comment that
all our guests had in common about our wedding was how wonderful
the guitar music was. Walking down the aisle to the beautiful
simplicity of a live acoustic guitar really made the moment exceptional.
During the cocktail hour, the music set the perfect tone and created
a relaxed, and joyous atmosphere. Thank you for everything!"
Bridget and Ed Parrilla
Calamigos Ranch, Malibu
"Thank you so much for all you did to make our wedding ceremony
so memorable. The music was absolutely perfect and we loved the
Beatles theme -- it was everything we hoped for. We are so thankful
to have found a reliable, professional artist as yourself to share
one of the best days of our lives. We recommend you to everyone!"
Chris and Katie Diaz
River Ridge Golf Club, Oxnard
"Dear Jason, we really appreciate your awesome guitar playing!
Our guests all mentioned how well your style fit our wedding.
Thank you again for making our day so memorable."
Cheryl and Tim Mays
Las Posas Country Club, Camarillo
"Thank you again for a wonderful performance at our wedding.
Pleased does not begin to describe how fabulous you are. I thank
God that you were there. Other than marrying my husband, you were
the best part of the wedding and everyone said so. I will keep
you in my prayers for many years of success and happiness and
I will recommend you to everyone I know."
Julie and Ty Hergenrother
S.B. Courthouse Mural Room and Stella Mare’s, Santa Barbara
"Thank you for the beautiful music yesterday - it was truly
a great addition to our bridal shower for Ashley. You are a terrific
talent and we received many compliments. We look forward to working
with you again ."
Kathleen Merrill
Montage Hotel, Beverly Hills
"Jason, thank you so much for the amazing job you did at
our wedding! Your professionalism and talent on such an important
day for us was priceless, and our guests loved your music. It
really helped set the atmosphere for the whole afternoon and evening.
Many Thanks!"
Steven and Lauren Fritz
El Presidio Chapel, Santa Barbara
"Ruby and I are so thankful for your beautiful music at
our wedding. Your music really gave our wedding a magical ambiance
and your acoustic style made our special day even more memorable.
Everyone is still talking about the great music. Thank you again!"
Andrew and Ruby Cooper
Private Residence, Lake Sherwood, Thousand Oaks
"We want to thank you so much for the amazing job you did
performing at our wedding. I will never forget waiting to make
my entrance and hearing you play "In My Life" which
I chose for the processional. Your music was absolutely beautiful
and I was so impressed and happy with your performance. Thank
you for many special memories. You were a true pleasure to work
with!"
Kimberly and Brian Pierce
Moorpark Country Club, Moorpark
"Daryl and I just wanted to say thank you so much for being
a part of our wedding day. The music was absolutely beautiful
and many of our guests commented on what a great job you did.
I did most of our wedding planning myself and was so grateful
to work with someone who conducted themselves in such a professional
manner. You were absolutely wonderful. We can't thank you enough!"
Krysten and Daryl Cote
Stauffer Chapel, Pepperdine University, Malibu
"Thank you for providing such beautiful and elegant music at
our ceremony and cocktail hour. Your trio was amazing at the dinner
reception and really added so much to the occasion. Altogether the
music was nothing less than incredible. Jason, you are a true artist.
I am thrilled that we decided on you for our wedding entertainment as
opposed to a different performer or a DJ. You made the evening flow
smoothly and you and your musicians added undeniable class to our
wedding day. Thank you Jason!"
Emily Olson and Mike Voldings
The Ranch House, Ojai
"The music you played for our ceremony was so beautiful
and it set the tone for our day. Thank you for taking great care
in discussing with us the exact composition and selection of songs.
We especially appreciated your renderings of more contemporary
music -- your acoustic versions were so beautiful and original.
In addition to your talent and skill, you were professional, reliable,
and personable -- qualities that are essential for a successful
wedding. Thank you Jason!"
Casey and Randy Gwin
El Presidio Chapel & Canary Hotel, Santa Barbara
"Jason, you were perfect! I loved the Latin mix. It added
a special flare to our wedding and was exactly what we wanted.
I have few exact memories of the day due to excitement but your
beautiful music is sweetly embedded in my memories forever, and
I will always remember you playing Besame Mucho as the love of
my life and I walked down the aisle together as husband and wife.
Thank you! thank you! thank you!"
Anthea and Stephen Hamile
Hotel Bel Air, Los Angeles
"People are still talking about your beautiful ceremony
music at our wedding and the magical music of your trio at our
reception. Jason, you rule! Thank you for making our wedding a
success!"
Marie and Michael Berns
McGrath Ranch, Ventura
"We want to tell you how very much we enjoyed hearing you
play throughout our ceremony and cocktail hour. Your performance
was amazing and added a sense of special elegance that I was looking
for, and the sound of your guitar was a beautiful and romantic
addition to the peaceful outdoor setting. We had several guests
mention how much they enjoyed hearing you play the popular songs
they were familiar with mixed in with the more classical tunes.
Thank you again for making our day so memorable."
Alana and Nick Terrones
Shepherd Ranch, Santa Ynez
"Jason, we want to tell you how very happy we were with
your performance at our wedding and to thank you for being part
of our special day. Your music was amazing and you played exactly
what we wanted and you pulled it off perfectly. Our guests had
nothing but wonderful things to say about your performance. Thank
you again!"
Kristin and Micah Fargey
Il Cielo, Beverly Hills
"Thank you so much for a great performance at our party
last weekend. Bernice and I had many compliments about the relaxed
and sophisticated mood that you and your band created with your
subliminal playing. It was greatly enjoyed and admired all evening,
and we look forward to the opportunity to hear you play again.
Many Thanks!"
Howard DJ Howes and Bernice Briggs
Private Residence, Santa Rosa Valley
"Jason, we loved the music! Thank you so much for the beautiful
music at our ceremony and cocktail hour. Your music set the perfect
tone for our ceremony and your playing during the cocktail hour
created a wonderful ambiance for our guests to mingle and enjoy
the festivities into the evening. Thank you for being part of
our wedding day and making our special day even more special."
Joy and Rob Caruthers
Lavender Inn, Ojai
";Jason, the music at our wedding ceremony was amazing. Your
guitar added such a beautiful touch and really made our day special!
You are so very professional, as well as talented, and I will
highly recommend you to anyone who is looking for a unique music
option for their wedding ceremony. Thank you Jason you
were amazing!"
Breanna and Matt Guzzo
Lost Canyons Golf Club, Simi Valley
"Jason, we both want to thank you so much for your beautiful
music at our wedding. I know the events surrounding the groom
losing consciousness were a bit unsettling, but you handled the
situation beautifully - with grace, professionalism and most of
all sensitivity. Thank you very much. I will always remember you
playing "Here Comes the Sun" after we were pronounced
"man and wife" in such a unique way. The lyrics had
never been more true than after those dark moments. We’ll always
remember your very important part of our wedding."
Tracy Nei & Jason Cartensen
Ojai Valley Inn, Ojai
Among other cities, Jason provides live music and entertainment services in Calabasas, Malibu, Westlake Village, Agoura Hills, Conejo Valley, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Camarillo, Ventura, Santa Paula, Channel Islands, Port Hueneme, Oxnard, Ojai, Fillmore, Piru, Carpinteria, Montecito, Santa Barbara, Santa Ynez, San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley, Pasadena, Manhattan Beach, Long Beach, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, or anywhere in Ventura, Santa Barbara or Los Angeles County.