Ivy Hill Entertainment

Zen was the guitarist at my outdoor wedding and he was absolutely amazing! All of the guests raved about his range & my wedding planner found him very fun & easy to work with! He has a great repertoire, shifted effortlessly between completely different types of songs based on the preferences I provided to him and was just such a pleasure to work with.

Brian Bergeron was the live guitar and DJ for our wedding in May 2016. He did a FANTASTIC job the entire day! All of our guests commented on how great the music was for our ceremony (acoustic guitar), cocktail hour (acoustic guitar), and reception (DJ). He was great at accommodating my sister’s amazing Maid of Honor speech (she sang over a Queen song with her own lyrics, so funny!) and surprise video.
He visited our venue in Santa Cruz a few weeks before the wedding to scope the place out and talk with our wedding coordinator on what equipment he would need. He is very talented, his questionnaire is super helpful and comprehensive, and he did a terrific job at our wedding!
Thank you Brian!

Brian took care of all the music needs at our wedding, and he was the most professional and amazing! He sang and played guitar during our ceremony and cocktail hour. Then he transitioned to DJ for the reception. He was so easy to work with and could accommodate playing indoors and outdoors. Prior to the wedding, he had us provide a list of ceremony music, cocktail hours songs, and any must-​play songs during the reception. He played all of the music we requested, and he even learned a couple songs to play during cocktail hour. His song choices during the reception were spot on and got everyone dancing. Brian helped make our wedding just the best day and so much fun!

Brian played during our wedding cocktail hour, and he was fantastic! All our guests raved about how great he was. Most importantly, he was so easy to deal with. We talked a few times over the phone, sent our money to him, and he checked in with us a few weeks before the wedding to provide us with his song list. When our wedding day came, he showed up on time, and he got set up on his own. He needed no direction. He was so wonderful to work with!
Though he has some YouTube videos, I don’t think they capture how great he is in real life! I would highly recommend Brian any day!

Every experience I’ve had with Ivy Hill has been fantastic! I worked with Brian at a rehearsal dinner earlier this year, and Paul at a wedding. They are all incredibly talented musicians, savvy businessmen, and just really kind people. As a wedding planner and coordinator, I work very closely with musicans/​DJs to cue key moments, make important announcements, and ensure that guests are having a great time — Ivy Hill does all of that without being cheesy or showy. They work hard to make sure their clients are happy, but make it seem effortless!
Aside from all that, they are creating a creative, collaborative, supportive environment for local musicians and other wedding industry folks. They’re a pleasure to work with, I can’t recommend them highly enough!

I honestly cannot say enough amazing things about Ivy Hill Entertainment. They DJ-​ed my wedding and were so professional. They asked all the right questions (including certain details that I didn’t even think of), helped me work on my timeline to ensure my guests were always entertained, and were so easy to come to with last minute changes and additions. We had a two year engagement which led to a lot of changes (including a wedding venue change from Livermore all the way to Alameda) and Ivy Hill never once complained or made me feel like I was being a hassle.
One of the best things that Brian and the team did was help me pull off a day-​of wedding surprise for my husband in which I had recorded his favorite song to be played after our garter toss. Not only did he help me keep this a surprise and pull it off without a hitch, but it was also a last minute addition that I sent to him THE NIGHT BEFORE THE WEDDING! The team was so great about it and helped me get even more excited to surprise him. It was great to have such a good team that I felt comfortable enough with to make this last minute change. Our Mother-​Son dance was also a mash-​up song that we couldn’t even get to him until the day of the wedding, which they were very calm about and everything went off without a hitch.
When the wedding day came around, the whole team was very punctual and set everything up perfectly. Brian stuck to a pre-​approved list of songs that we had given him and kept a really good flow to the evening with regard to speeches and events. They even kept a good flow when we had to rearrange our schedule a little bit when the cake started melting! Brian made sure the guests were non-​the-​wiser and kept everyone happy and dancing.
In conclusion, I am so happy that I happened to be at a wedding that Ivy Hill Entertainment DJ-​ed at before I got married so that I could ask the bride for their contact information. It was such a great experience working with them and all of my guests agreed that the whole team did great for our wedding. They are absolutely amazing and I would definitely book them again in the future for any event!

Brian and his trio played for our son’s rehearsal dinner, and the group did an absolutely fabulous job!!! We had sooooooo many compliments from our guests! We could not have been more pleased. Brian was very easy to work with, he and his group played an excellent variety of music, and they were all true professionals. And I might point out that our dinner was held on the lawn beside the ocean… not the easiest venue in which to set up and perform! I would unequivocally recommend Brian and Ivy Hill Entertainment to anyone!

Brian is amazing! When we first talked I was shuttling back and forth between the East Coast and SF for work and Brian was super flexible in working with us to schedule a meeting.
We actually didn’t meet in person till the wedding, it was all over vid con.
From the ceremony (he played Ode to joy on guitar for my bridal song and I couldn’t be happier!) to the cocktail hour (people loved his singing) to the speeches and dancing Brian was absolutely fantastic.
He was catering to a mixed crowd of Bollywood music lovers, EDM fans and an older crowd that thoroughly enjoyed his rendition of
We ended up having to push our schedule by 30 mins and Brian was very flexible, professional and just rolled with it.
I cant recommend him enough. We knew we didn’t need to worry about a thing and he would deliver. We were right!

From first contact through the end of our reception, Brian was gracious and helpful at all turns. During our cocktail reception, at least five people (lost count due to wine consumption) asked me who he was and how we found him.
Brian worked with us to get our acoustic set and dance list perfect — and even learned a song for us to play during the processional. And there’s more! He even worked with me (a novice guitarist) to play a song after the welcome toast.
If you’re looking for a guitarist or a DJ (or both!) we can’t recommend Brian highly enough.

Brian played our wedding in Sonoma and we couldn’t have been happier. He is a total professional, very talented and generally a real pleasant guy. He has a great repertoire of songs and learned a couple that we requested. I would absolutely recommend him for any event.

These guys are so great! I first inquired for Brian’s acoustic guitar services for a wedding I was planning. Unfortunately he was unavailable on the date we needed him but he did refer me to other members of his team that were just as talented, Kyle (another acoustic guitarist) and Matt (a bassist). Brian helped us create a package that worked perfectly for the wedding which included learning 3 new songs specifically for the wedding ceremony. They recorded a rough sample for us to hear and were great at making adjustments per our feedback. I definitely recommend these guys for any wedding. They’re great!

Brian with Ivy Hill Entertainment was a dream come true on our wedding day. He played for our ceremony and cocktail hour and we couldn’t have been happier. He learned a special song for the bridal recessional, it brought tears to everyones eyes and meant the world to my husband and I. Thank you so much Brian, you are so talented and our day wouldn’t have been the same without you!

I’m recommending Brian to all of my friends for event music — he is the BEST! We hired Brian to DJ our wedding and it was one of my best wedding planning choices, hands down.
My now-​husband and I are obnoxiously picky about our music and we even thought about trying to rangle up a DIY situation because we just didn’t trust a DJ. Brian totally changed our opinion! He is so knowledgeable about music of all genres, was completely open to our very specific list of songs we wanted for both dinner and dancing, talked at length with me about what kind of vibe I wanted, and dealt with all of our changes and requests like a total pro. He supplemented our list with his own recommendations and they were perfectly in line with what we wanted and totally rounded out the night. Brian has the best sense regarding what to play and when for an amazing party — everyone was on the dance floor! People constantly ask me who our DJ was and I can’t sing his praises enough. Sound quality was top notch and he played a major role in making our night a seamless and memorable one. Seriously, we really have Brian to thank.
In addition to being a great DJ, Brian is also incredibly professional, so kind to work with, very communicative throughout the whole process, and generally just on top of everything. Our wedding coordinator really appreciated him both before and during our event!
I’ve also heard Brian’s live performances and he is super talented — looking forward to the next opportunity to work with him!

For our wedding we originally considered a DIY audio situation. Eventually we realized we needed a better entertainment plan, and Brian came to the rescue.
He did it all: a beautiful performance to accompany the ceremony, more great performances for cocktail hour (including learning 2 new songs in a stunningly short period of time), and Continued to do an awesome job through the reception as DJ.
To top it off he provided all the audio equipment we needed and moved seamlessly between the three areas of the venue.
Brain was an essential part in making the night a success.
Look no further– a true professional.

My husband and I hired Brian for our City Hall wedding and we couldn’t have been happier. From our first communications, Brian was very professional, responsive, and very easy to work with. We appreciated that Brian really took the time to tailor the song list to our preference. Brian is truly a talented performer and musician. His skillful guitar playing and beautiful voice made our wedding that much more special and memorable. Not only was Brian able to learn and play beautifully a song we had specially requested, he was also great at improvising and really knew how to play to the crowd. All of our family and friends (and even our photographer) commented on how amazing he was. We have recommended Brian to all our family and friends and we highly recommend Brian for your event!

Brian is the definition of a professional artist. He is extremely responsible, great with follow-​up, and of course phenomenal with his execution from start to finish. It is very obvious that Brian takes his craft very seriously. He learned 2 songs for our wedding and played them perfectly. His guitar play and singing are beyond beautiful… he played our ceremony and cocktail hour. Everyone in attendance was extremely complimentary of his music. It was the perfect touch to our perfect day. I would HIGHLY recommend hiring Brian for any event. He will make you look like a genius! Thank you, Brian!!!

Our wedding was just this last Sunday and Brian was FANTASTIC! From the first email to the wedding day, he was nothing but kind and helpful… and what a repertoire! There was nothing cheesy about him or his performance and he created such a whimsical and calm atmosphere at the venue. He did a special request song and sat there happily playing while 7 verrrry drunk groomsmen sang loudly along with him, talk about patience! Couldnt have asked for more!

Stop your search now, and book Brian now! Couldn’t be better!
My fiancée and I spent many months searching for guitarists and musicians in the Bay Area who could perform acoustic versions of some of our favorite songs by Dave Matthews Band, Jack Johnson, the Postal Service, the Beatles, etc, and if we had discovered Brian sooner, we could have saved so much time!
Not only is Brian skilled at acoustically recreating all of the songs in his lengthy song list, but he also has an incredible voice, stage presence, and stamina to perform non-​stop without compromise! To this end, he sang and played for both our cocktail reception as well as all through dinner.
Beyond all this, we had a particular song in mind for our first dance together, and not only was he willing to learn it on short notice, but within just a few days he managed to record a custom version and absolutely blew us away!
We couldn’t recommend Brian more based on his talent, friendly attitude, easy communication, or professionalism. Please consider him highly if you are scheduling a wedding or event where you would like a high quality musician and singing guitarist.
5 stars don’t do him justice.

If anyone knows how to make music feel romantic and flawless, it’s Brian.
Not only does he have an amazing voice, but is also a very skilled guitarist. While working with him he was very sweet, professional, and the fact that he just ‘gets it’ made it that much more of a pleasure to work with him. Having a live musician who is trustworthy and dependable is so important for any event and Brian definitely rose above all expectations.
I have recommended him a thousand times and will continue to recommend him! If you’re looking for a live musician for your wedding (especially ceremony and cocktail hour), look no further.

Brian exceeded our every expectation and should be at the top of your list if you are looking for a talented performer for your wedding day. We had a small intimate wedding April 2013 at Chalk Hill Winery in the Sonoma Valley and Brian truly helped make our wedding day that much more special. I booked Brian off the strength of his cover material and some sweet youtube videos of his accoustic performances featured on his website. From start to finish he exuded sheer professionalism, timely follow up, and was super easy to deal with. I will never forget the 2 songs he learned for us. He learned and nailed «I Will Wait» by Mumford and Sons and played it on the hilltop our wedding ceremony was held at, amongst the vines as my beautiful bride walk up to hill to meet me. At our reception for our 1^st dance, he played a hauntingly beautiful rendition of ‘Overwhelemed’ by Tim McMorris for our 1^st dance song. From ceremony to cocktail hour to reception, I am so glad we picked Brian to bring his musical brilliance to our wedding. Through out that night and still now, guests still ask ‘where we found that guy, he’s awesome’. I’m not one to write reviews too often but I seriously recommend you check Brian out, we are so grateful we did.
–Peter and Yoko