Testimonials
Alyssa R. - Edgewood Tahoe Resort
If I could put 100 stars I would. Isaac is a musical genius! If you don’t book Isaac and Music in Tahoe for your event - you are making a major mistake. The day before my husband and I got married, we booked Aaron and Ruby (through Music in Tahoe - Isaac) during our western themed welcome party at the top of Heavenly in South Lake Tahoe during July. They sang oldies, country and amazing vibes all around. They were perfect for our laid back welcome party! And even dressed in the country theme!! We loved them.
The next day (our wedding day!!!) and during our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour, Isaac’s string quartet - Luciana, Cat, Sarah, David - played everything from classical to pop. Our guests thought it was just a recording it was THAT good. Better than Bridgerton. My husband wanted the song Ordinary by Alex Warren played while he walked down the aisle… the quartet learned it within a week and played it live alongside Isaac DJing… it was magical and so very impressive! As for me, I have always wanted an EDM song played on the strings as I walked down the aisle… The quartet played an Odesza song from scratch! Truly gave me chills. The quartet was essential to setting the tone for our Vogue-like wedding.
The reception was known as “the best party anyone has ever been to.” Isaac took his musical talent, DJ skills, learned our musical taste and ran with it! He LIVE DJ’d during our wedding… legit playing songs and remixing them in front of us. He played everything from fun wedding music for all ages, to house music you would hear on a yacht in the south of France, to rap music you would play in a frat house in college (music was a request of the bride - aka me). Isaac crushed it. There are no words to describe how fun the music selections were His band mates - Karl and Miguel were ripping it on the saxophone and drums!! Live playing to all the songs!! And even switched instruments to match different songs - it was insane. It was legit the best “concert” I have ever been to in my life. Our guests didn’t want to leave the dance floor all night. They raved about it for days… weeks even. Over the course of our two day wedding event, we listened to hundreds of songs across all genres of music and every event was made spectacular because of the live music elements and Isaac’s team.
I could not recommend Isaac and his team of musical talent [enough] - they are professional, fun, talented and will deliver everything you could ever want. There is nothing they can’t do and for real I wish I had a big event every year so we could fly him and his team to us! Thank you for the wedding of our dreams Isaac, Aaron, Ruby, Luciana, Cat, Sarah, David, Karl, Miguel!!!!!!!!!
Katie P. - The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe
We cannot recommend Isaac Freed and Music in Tahoe highly enough. They provided the live music, DJ, and AV services for our August wedding at the Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe, and the music ended up being one of the absolute highlights of the entire wedding. Isaac Freed was incredibly easy to work with throughout the planning process. Communication was simple, coordination was seamless, and he put together an incredible group of musicians for us. Music in Tahoe also handled AV throughout the event, and everything was completely flawless. Sound, microphones, music, and transitions simply worked exactly as they were supposed to, which is one of those things you appreciate enormously at a wedding.
For our ceremony and cocktail hour, we had Dany Cobo and Milton Merlos performing live strings, and they were exceptional. They are tremendously talented artists and created exactly the atmosphere we wanted for those parts of the wedding. They were also kind enough to learn songs specifically for our event, which made the ceremony feel incredibly personal. Their music was elegant and beautiful without ever feeling stuffy, and it fit the setting at the Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe perfectly.
And then there was Max Giesler. Max was our wedding DJ, and he was absolutely incredible. We wanted the reception to turn into a real party, not just a wedding where a handful of people dance while everyone else watches. Max somehow created a genuinely multigenerational dance floor and kept it packed all night. Getting a large group of people to collectively find their rhythm is no small professional accomplishment, but Max managed it. More seriously, Max really understands how to DJ. He does not just play a generic list of songs. He knows how to mix music, read a room, build momentum, transition between generations and genres, and keep the energy moving without making the night feel forced. He seemed to know exactly when to change direction, when to let a song breathe, and when to take the energy up another level. The dance floor was absolutely electric. We had an incredible time, and our guests kept commenting on the music throughout the night and afterward. Multiple people told us it was the best music they had ever heard at a wedding. We had guests from different generations with completely different tastes in music all dancing together, which is exactly what we hoped for and is incredibly difficult to pull off well. Nobody wanted the night to end. That is probably the best summary of what Max accomplished. When the reception was over, people were not checking their watches or slowly filtering out. They wanted more.
Music in Tahoe gave us the best of both worlds. Dany Cobo and Milton Merlos provided beautiful live music that elevated our ceremony and cocktail hour, Max Giesler completely transformed the reception into the party we wanted, and the AV production throughout the entire event was seamless. Isaac Freed made coordinating all of it incredibly easy. If you are looking for a Lake Tahoe wedding DJ, live wedding musicians, ceremony music, AV services, or a company that can handle the entire musical experience for a Tahoe wedding, Music in Tahoe is outstanding. Isaac, Max, Dany, and Milton all performed at an incredibly high level. The music was one of the things our guests talked about most after the wedding, and there is genuinely nothing we would have changed. Music in Tahoe absolutely crushed it.
Kristen A. - South Lake Tahoe Parks & Recreation Center
Danny was amazing! We hired him for our Community Mother-Son Spring Fling dance in South Lake Tahoe and asked him to play all the trendy songs for the boys and some throwbacks for the moms and boy did he deliver! Will hire again next year - he was communicative and so easy to work with. 10/10!
CC R. - Private Estate - Grass Valley
We love Music in Tahoe! They truly took our wedding to the next level and created an unforgettable experience for our best. Isaac and Michelle were super intentional throughout the preparation process. They communicated so well- it made us feel so secure and excited for the big day! When the wedding day arrived, we couldn’t have been more excited to see them do their thing. They did not disappoint! All of our guests were raving about them. Our live music (Lucas & David) were so lovely and made the ceremony/cocktail hour so elegant and lovely. Could not recommend Music in Tahoe enough!!!!
Rachel L. - Everline Resort & Spa
Music was the #1 priority for our wedding so we hired Music In Tahoe. The experience was incredible from start to finish - they're such a well-run operation. Our initial call was with Isaac to discuss our vision, but Max (DJ) and Chris (pianist / sax player) came for our actual wedding day. Chris played live piano for our ceremony and cocktail hour, and even learned specific songs that we requested. Then he switched to sax for reception / dance floor and is so talented. The DJ/sax hybrid is absolutely worth splurging on. Max emcee'd, DJ'd, and took care of all the audio setup. Our dance floor was packed the entire night!! We gave Max 10 "must-plays" along with a few other dance songs we like, and he just ran with it. He read the room, created his own mixes with our songs, and honored our wishes perfectly (we said "no stereotypical wedding music" and to keep it upbeat). All our guests were raving about how fun and high energy the dance floor was. We can't recommend them enough. Thank you Isaac, Max, and Chris!! You made our reception so memorable and we had a blast.
Micaela L. - Dancing Pines
We absolutely loved having Gold Fashioned and DJ Danny at our wedding this past weekend! One thing our guests told us over and over again was how much they enjoyed the music and how unique it was to have both live and DJ music combined! They played every song we requested and made the evening so memorable. Even our older family members loved it because they actually knew the music! We cannot recommend them enough. They were so easy to work with and helped us make our wedding spectacular. DJ Danny was also wonderful an Emceeing and made all of the announcements we wanted to our guests. We wish we could hear the music all over again :)
There are not enough great things I could say to express just how wonderful Music in Tahoe is. We had the absolute pleasure of having Milton with us on our wedding day and I can, without a doubt, say that he made our wedding the most fun, happy, special it could have possibly been. From the start, Music in Tahoe made it easy to communicate exactly what we had envisioned and they executed it flawlessly. They were open and excited to hear what we wanted and made us feel heard and special. The system they have is clear and organized and allowed us to create playlists for each part of the day so they had an idea of the vibe we wanted to create for each part of the day and night. To say Milton went ABOVE and BEYOND is an understatement. He is an exceptional guitarist and his live performances were one of the most special parts of the day. He learned two completely new songs for us and played them during our ceremony, never would I have thought that I could pick my favorite song and have someone learn it to play live for our wedding. What an honor. Milton was so kind, had the biggest smile on his face the entire time, and made the night an absolute BLAST. Everyone came up to us after to say we had the best wedding DJ and how much fun they had on the dance floor. If you're looking to have a unique, special, exceptionally FUN wedding please hire Music in Tahoe, hire Milton, you'll be so happy you did.
We are truly grateful for Music in Tahoe for making our wedding the most epic party! We had Isaac as our dinner and reception DJ, and two live musicians - Lucas on the guitar and Karl on the saxophone - for our ceremony and cocktail hour. We have so many great things to say about all three of them.
My now husband and I share a deep bond over music and we knew we wanted a DJ who had the same love and passion for music as we do. Isaac was our guy - from the beginning he was very involved in getting a sense of our music taste, walking through song selections prior to the wedding and validating the timing of when songs would be played. He even remade the song we chose as our first dance to cut out the first verse (at our request) and made the intro flow into the first chorus perfectly. His execution was flawless and our guests could have danced all night. We received so many compliments on the music and we owe it all to Isaac.
We also want to give a big shout out to the live musicians, Lucas and Karl. Lucas is an incredibly talented guitarist. He learned the songs we wanted for our processional and bridal walk (in an impressively short amount of time) and played them live beautifully. Karl is also an amazing saxophonist. Both he and Lucas were the best duo for the live music played throughout our cocktail hour.
Derek B. - Palisades Tahoe - High Camp
The most frequently asked questions coming out of our reception were "where did you find these guys?!" and "how did you think of the saxophone?" The answer to both of these questions is the conveniently SEO-optimized company name of Music in Tahoe. Isaac was excellent and extremely helpful and communicative throughout the whole booking process.
DJ Max (not sure if he has a stage name) absolutely rips. Basically they ask you for a list of songs to give them a vibe for the dance floor and he will do the rest. With the songs we requested, he did a great job arranging, cutting, and mixing them to curate the perfect party. He also added in a bunch of songs and brought his own mixes that totally captured and elevated the vibe we were going for and, at times, really blew people's minds. When the beat drops on the Mr. Brightside remix, you can see people's heads exploding on video.
In terms of logistics and production and all that stuff, he was always on time (I think he actually showed up before he was scheduled to on the day of to make sure he had plenty of time to set up), was super communicative, and really helpful in making sure we understood everything he was going to do. He did a great job with the sound system for the ceremony and reception. Despite howling winds that we thought were going to make our ceremony inaudible, we trusted Max and everything went off without a hitch.
He also took on stuff we didn't even realize we needed. He cut shorter versions of the first dance and parent dance songs that kept all the important stuff but lost the deadweight. Free advice to any other DJs or couples reading this: no one wants to watch you dance for four minutes; everyone should do this.
Finally, the saxophone. You want the sax. You need the sax. Is it more money? Sure. Is it worth the expense? Absolutely. Find the cost in the flower budget or the catering or the flatware rentals. Karl is amazing, can play anything, and the saxophone really does make something that was already awesome (again, Max is the best) and makes it into something truly magical. 11/10. I would recommend it to anyone. I don't live in the area anymore, but if I did, I would honestly throw a party just to hire Max to DJ.
Alex L. - Edgewood Tahoe Resort
Music was the top priority. We were nervous because Tahoe has limited options. Our wedding planner said there is only ONE option she recommends in the area: Isaac Freed @ Music in Tahoe. It was THE BEST decision we made!
Isaac and team delivered the most incredible music for 7.5 hours through the ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, late night dance party from start to finish. 4:30 pm to midnight. Writing 7.5 hours made me realize how insanely good that was. They did a violin, guitar, keys cover of our 2 favorite songs to each walk down the aisle. 10 days before the ceremony I emailed Isaac at 2 AM changing the song I was walking down to. It was one of the biggest disagreements me & my now wife had planning, as if I was involved in many other parts. How could I be so selfish and give them such a short runway for such a major change? Isaac called me the next day asap and said easy no worries, and they crushed it. It was a screamo rock song converted to a beautiful melody version that would make your grandma cry. I hope this inspires you to think out of the box for your wedding aisle songs with these artists.
For cocktail hour they brought in the saxophonist to the band and played jazz/funk versions of a variety of songs and each band member took lead solos. We chose no vocals. After seeing how epic they were, maybe we should have. I bet he has awesome pipes too but I guess I won't know until booking Isaac for my next wedding in Tahoe. Once we moved into the tent Isaac grabbed the mic and switched to DJ mode. Great announcer and kept everything on schedule. Made a Ray Lamontagne, Bob Marley, 2Pac/Dre mashup medley for wife's dance with her father that got everyone on their feet. Read that again and talk to your dad about how you're going to try to top that. Never seen a DJ more locked in and hyped up at a wedding. 3 hour DJ set, fully personalized with the songs we gave him and all his music pairings to fill the gaps with a full light system. Have you ever heard a wedding crowd chant one more song after a wedding DJ set? You will when you go with Isaac Freed @ Music In Tahoe. Coolest freaking dude and a friend for life
Chase K. - Everline Resort & Spa
We cannot recommend Music in Tahoe highly enough! From start to finish, they made our wedding day feel incredibly special, and a huge part of that magic came from the amazing musicians—Josh, Lucas, and Tyler. They went above and beyond by transcribing our song requests, which meant so much to us. Hearing “our songs” performed live, with such care and precision, added a deeply personal touch that you just can’t replicate. Every note felt intentional, emotional, and beautifully executed. Their performance itself was absolutely outstanding. Josh, Lucas, and Tyler are not only incredibly talented individually, but together they create a sound and energy that completely elevates the atmosphere. They struck the perfect balance between romantic and lively, making the ceremony feel intimate and heartfelt while also keeping our guests engaged and entertained throughout. What truly stood out was how welcoming and warm they made the entire experience. Our guests are still talking about how incredible the band was! They created an environment where everyone felt comfortable, connected, and part of something really special. If you’re looking for a band that is professional, talented, and genuinely invested in making your event unforgettable—Music in Tahoe is the one. Hiring them was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding, and we would recommend them to anyone without hesitation!
Paige C. - Private Estate in San Luis Obispo
Isaac was hands down the best DJ we could have hired for our wedding! He brought such great energy and delivered the exact atmosphere we were hoping to embody on our big day. I have gone to many weddings with him being the guitarist, vocalist, and DJ and each performance he puts on is absolutely perfect. He knows how to engage a crowd in a tasteful manner and brings such a positive energy! He was so lovely to work with and was open to our ideas and suggestions. From playing the guitar while guests entered our venue, to bringing upbeat party vibes during reception, he can truly do it all! We are so grateful that he was part of our wedding. Music in Tahoe will forever hold a special place in our hearts!
Isaac was absolutely incredible for our wedding. His DJing was truly next-level and one of the highlights of the entire celebration. As our dear friend, Isaac also officiated our ceremony, which made the experience incredibly meaningful for us. The ceremony he helped bring together was thoughtful, personal, and honestly one of the most beautiful moments we could have imagined. Leading up to the wedding, his planning process around the music and overall flow of the event was extremely thorough.
He provided a detailed questionnaire to understand our vision and preferences for the music throughout the ceremony and reception. When we weren’t sure about certain selections or transitions, he stepped in with expert guidance that ended up being perfect. One of the most impressive parts was how seamlessly he ran the ceremony itself. While officiating, he was also controlling the music and cues, starting specific parts of songs at the exact moments we wanted them during the ceremony. It felt incredibly polished and intentional, yet completely natural. We had some big requests for timing and transitions, and he executed everything flawlessly.
And this is where his professionalism really stood out: we were married on a large cruise ship departing from Miami, which added an extra layer of logistics—and Isaac handled it flawlessly.
He communicated professionally with the ship’s staff and coordinated with their audio/visual team to ensure everything was ready. He worked seamlessly with the ship’s equipment and made sure we had everything we needed—microphones, DJ equipment, lighting, and all the technical details—so the ceremony and reception went off without a hitch. Then the DJ set afterward was completely out of this world. Isaac curated music that felt authentically us while also reading the room and making sure everyone—from our friends to our parents and family—connected with the music. The energy was amazing all night and the dance floor stayed full. What really stood out was how personalized everything felt. Nothing about it felt like a “standard wedding playlist”—it felt like a soundtrack designed specifically for us and our people.
If you’re looking for someone who is thoughtful, organized, incredibly talented, and capable of creating an unforgettable wedding celebration, Isaac is it. We cannot recommend him highly enough.
Lisa S. - Edgewood Tahoe Resort - 17th Green
We loved music in Tahoe for our daughter's wedding at Edgewood in Lake Tahoe! The Blue Diamond Hybrid Package from Music in Tahoe provided the perfect musical soundtrack for our special event, delivering an evening that was nothing short of spectacular. The combination of a live string quartet for the ceremony and cocktail hour, followed by a three-piece hybrid band for dancing, was an absolute hit with all of our guests. Their professional, personalized service and incredible talent made for a seamless and unforgettable experience from start to finish.
The Ceremony & Happy Hour: Elegant & Acoustic The string quartet, featuring the exceptional talents of Luciana, Noelle, and David, set a sophisticated and beautiful tone for our ceremony. The music was both elegant and heartfelt, creating a truly magical atmosphere. They then transitioned seamlessly to the happy hour, filling the air with lovely acoustic tunes. Numerous guests commented on how much they enjoyed the live music, which perfectly complemented the mood without overpowering conversation. It was clear that these musicians have a deep passion for their craft, and their skill was evident in every note they played.
The Reception: A Packed Dance Floor All Night When it came time for the dancing, the transition to the three-piece hybrid band was flawless. The band, including the sensational talents of Karl, Lucas, Danny, and Isaac, kept the party going all night long. The hybrid format, combining a DJ with live instrumentalists (guitar, drums, and saxophone), was a game-changer. The energy was electric, and the dance floor was packed until the very last song. Our guests are still raving about how amazing the music was, and many have called it the best wedding dance party they've ever attended. The band expertly read the room and mixed a perfect setlist that appealed to all ages, ensuring everyone had a blast. Why We Highly Recommend Music in Tahoe Beyond the sheer talent of the musicians, the entire team at Music in Tahoe was a pleasure to work with. They are responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in making your event perfect. They listened to our musical preferences and delivered an experience that exceeded all expectations. If you are looking for top-tier entertainment for your special event in the Tahoe area, do yourself a favor and book Music in Tahoe. The Blue Diamond Hybrid Package is a fantastic choice for anyone who wants the best of both worlds: the refined elegance of live acoustic music and a dynamic, high-energy dance party. A huge thank you to Luciana, Noelle, David, Karli, Lucas, Dani, and Issac for making our celebration truly unforgettable!
Music in Tahoe brought all the vibes for our lakefront wedding! Isaac and Chris arranged perfect instrumental versions of our selected songs for our ceremony. Then, they masterfully covered all of our favorite and requested songs during cocktail hour. The live acoustic guitar and piano created the perfect ambiance to make a lakefront deck feel intimate and relaxed. Later in the evening, Isaac DJ'd the best dance party we could have ever asked for. He listened to everything we wanted and didn't want and he mixed the absolute best set. All of our friends and family raved about the music and said there were no bad songs. We love Isaac and Music in Tahoe and we can't recommend working with them enough.
Elise C. | Dancing Pines
Milton with Music in Tahoe was great! He coordinated with us to help choose our music before our wedding and the overall sound of the entire night was beyond perfection. Music in Tahoe's set up sounded awesome. Anytime we would look over to Milton, he was smiling and had the best energy. He made our wedding so awesome, thank you Milton!
Milton with Music in Tahoe made our dream day a reality! Music and dancing was one of the most important aspects of our wedding and Milton knocked it out of the park. Not only is he a talented a musician who played all our favorites acoustically during our ceremony and cocktail hour, he is also an incredible DJ who created n epic hype on the dance floor that didn't stop until our curfew hit. Everyone said it was the best wedding they had ever been too, especially because of the dance floor. We could have kept going all night with Milton putting out constant bangers that all our guests connected with. Can't recommend Music in Tahoe enough for their customer service from day 1 and their amazing talent!
Zander N. | White Wolf Tahoe
We had Milton from Music at Tahoe, DJ our wedding. He absolutely knocked it out of the park. We had several calls with him leading up to the wedding and he was alway very easy to work with and very kind. He was happy to make sample cuts for a few of the wedding dances and had them ready in a short turn around. Milton also plays the Spanish guitar. We had him play at the cocktail hour and let me tell you, it was simply fantastic. ‘Dance Monkey’ to ‘Bombeleo’, he can play it all and was a huge hit with all of our family and friends. Milton knocked all of the dance music out of the park. He had the whole party dancing until the last song. I highly recommend Music at Tahoe and especially Milton. If I could give 6 stars, I would!
Pauline L. | Barndiva Healdsburg
Isaac is hands down the best DJ imaginable for more reasons than I can name here (but I'll try!). We got the pleasure of experiencing Isaac play for our friends getting married several years ago and had the time of our lives (I think we even closed the wedding down with Isaac). The music he played was spot on, dance floor was always packed and we noticed he had a good pulse on the type of music the crowd wanted to hear. As guests attending a wedding, it was great experiencing his full energy. We then surprisingly got the chance to see Isaac a second time at our other friends wedding and Isaac yet again nailed it. Everyone was having the time of their life, bride and groom were dancing all night and I definitely ended up on the DJ booth dancing right alongside Isaac haha! In addition, Isaac incorporated some polish music traditions during this wedding that really brougt in the bride's family it was beautiful When it was our turn to get married, we knew Isaac was our guy. We've been to so many wedding over the last 10 years and I cannot stress enough that Isaac is a true stand out. We unfortunately needed to postpone our wedding due to covid and Isaac was so kind, generous and and willing to work with us on new dates and we knew we needed to find a new day that would work for his scheduled or our wedding wouldn't be what we were hoping for. Luckily it all worked out and this past weekend we truly had the wedding of our dreams. Isaac made the trip out to Healdsburg, brought his AMAZING set up and nailed the event. In addition, we asked Isaac to help throw an Hora Loca, a south American tradition where for a late hour in the night, the music played was up beat and wigs and glow sticks were passed out. On top of it all, Isaac allowed my cousin, a guest at the wedding, to play a couple jams (he is a DJ in Barcelona and Ibiza) and it was such a special moment to hear my cousin DJ live for the first time ever. It was a moment my family will never forget and so kind that Isaac would allow for that. Isaac - you're the best DJ and you were instrumental to the success of our wedding day. I hope to have the pleasure of crossing paths again sometime in the future. Anyone would be lucky to have you DJ their special day <3
Katie H. | Nevada State 4-H Camp
As the daughter of a DJ, I set the bar high when I envisioned what the entertainment would be like at my wedding, and I am excited to say that Rusty + Isaac exceeded all of these expectations. They were incredible from the get go, and even toured our venue as we had a complicated set up that required 3 different sound systems, and they handled the challenge with ease! Plus, they work with an insanely talented live duo The Bayberry Cast (Lucas + Darcy) who set the tone during cocktail hour and sang everything from Ed Sheeran to Alice in Chains (not kidding, my Husband's request).
Fast and thorough communication? Check! Helpful planning tools to ensure your wedding is organized, with no detail overlooked? YUP. The absolute raddest DJs that will have you dancing all night and all your guests talking about how it was the greatest dance party they've ever had? Absolutely! I have been planning weddings for over ten years, so I knew exactly what I wanted for our special day, and Rusty + Isaac truly blew me away. They were the easiest to work with, accommodated all of our special requests, assisted us in figuring out the best sound for our outdoor ceremony and kept the dance floor packed from first dance to last call. Our wedding will go down as the best party I've ever been to thanks to these guys, and that is not said lightly. My dad even made mention at how great their sound systems were, which made speeches crystal clear for all to hear. And once the dance floor got poppin', it did not stop! I have had friends and family say it was the greatest dance party they had ever been to, and I know it definitely was from my new husband and I! If you want to show up, look pretty and have the best night of your life, well then ladies.... you have found your DJs!
We absolutely loved Music in Tahoe at our wedding (at West Shore Cafe in Homewood, CA). We had Isaac as our DJ/Emcee and Chris as our piano player (during our ceremony and cocktail hour), and they both were wonderful. Everything exceeded our expectations, and the wedding was so much fun! First, Isaac was super responsive and easy to communicate with before and after we contracted with them. He listed to all our requests and made sure all the bases were covered. The night moved so smoothly and everyone raved about dance playlist - most said it was one of the best weddings they’ve been to. Such a fun party. Chris was able to make a few custom arrangements for us for the processional and walk down the aisle which were perfect (and given we picked the songs pretty early in the process, they were able to get us some samples before the wedding). The cocktail setlist set a great atmosphere. Also, Isaac made sure to check in with us through the night to make sure everything was going smoothly and we were having a good time. Overall, I would highly recommend Music in Tahoe - if I could give more than 10/10 I would.
Katie H. | Private Estate
We, like many other couples, experienced the absolute tumultuous wedding-planning-during-the-era-of-COVID situation and let me tell you, it wasn’t fun nor easy. What was fun AND easy was working with Music in Tahoe and Isaac specifically. We went through 4 different wedding plans, 3 venues across 2 different states before we finally had our big day. Isaac was so accommodating and flexible- we kept him in the loop via email about all of our changes and he never once said that he couldn’t make it work! He was the easiest of all of our vendors to work with and he brought the party!! When we made the final change to downsize our wedding and have it in our back yard Isaac drove (over state lines, mind you) to come and see the house and work with us on where the best set up would be for acoustics during ceremony, cocktail hour and the reception! Talk about A+ service!! The night of our wedding was an absolute blast! He arranged (killer) playlists for pre-ceremony and dinner; mixed, cut and edited songs for our ceremony; sang and played live during our cocktail hour; and DJ’d the best dance party!! He was set up in 3 different spaces, had all the mic’s/speakers for each area and set up mood lighting in the backyard for nighttime dancing. Friends and family keep asking me where we found Isaac and for the playlists he used and everyone is still talking about our dance party! Not only is Isaac an incredible musician but a great emcee and DJ. He reads the room and adjusts the music type/style appropriately to keep the party going! I hated almost every second of wedding planning but Isaac and Music in Tahoe were wonderful to work with and I would re-book them and/or recommend them in a heartbeat! Thank you Isaac, our wedding was incredible and you brought the best backyard dance party!
Jacqui K. | The HideOut
Peter, Lucas, Karl, and Isaac truly are the dream team. They curated a beautiful mix of music for our wedding that truly reflected who we are as a couple. They effectively captured our vision and made our musical dreams a reality on our special day. The incorporation of live sax, flute, and guitar, provided a beautiful atmosphere to our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. Our guests were thoroughly impressed as we danced the night away. Thank you Music in Tahoe!
Working with Isaac and Milton at Music in Tahoe was truly an amazing experience. From the very first calls, to the planning, to the wedding itself, everything was seamless. Milton was seriously incredible. Our friends and family will not stop talking about how awesome he was. Not only was he an excellent DJ but he also played live music for our cocktail hour which was the perfect ambiance. He kept the party going all night and really listened to our music requests. If you're looking for the perfect DJ/live music for your wedding/event, seriously STOP looking and just book with Milton. I've been a bridesmaid in 6+ weddings and he is the best.
Meg L. | Edgewood
Milton helped create the best day of my life! We had the most incredible experience. All the ambiance and flow of everything was perfect. People were saying they wanted to fly Milton to their next destination wedding (and that it was the best wedding they’ve ever attended). Every song choice and ability to be flexible with all the requests, was perfect. Milton you were wonderful. Thank you for your calming presence and attention to detail. Can’t thank you enough! ☺️
Claire H. | Tannenbaum
Isaac was one of the best decisions we made for our big day! He collaborated with us prior about what we like (which is quite the mixed bag!) and the vibe we were going for, from just a quick chat he absolutely nailed it! His utter expertise in music and his ability to mix genres/tempos to fit the various stages of the day into night exceeded our hopes! The lighting he designed against the trees looked incredible (not cheesy!) and even changed to fit the music, he had everyone on the dance floor! Our guests are still talking about what a kick ass party we threw, we have Isaac of Music In Tahoe to thank! If you’re on the fence about who to hire for your wedding just get on the phone with Isaac, you’ll know right away he’s the one to pick!
Isaac and his team were excellent at communicating and led us to feel confident in selecting them for the big day - they were also very accommodating when we were forced to postpone due to the pandemic. We had Lucas playing acoustic guitar for us before the ceremony while guests were getting situated, and again during our cocktail hour and he did fabulous. I was also extremely impressed with our DJ/MC Milton who kept the event flow rolling for us. He put together a great mix with some of our favorite songs and helped create a memorable evening for us and our guests! I would highly recommend to anyone :)
We cannot say better things about Milton from Music in Tahoe. He was an amazing DJ. Professional, punctual, fun, and just so genuine! He made everyone feel so comfortable and rocked the house for all our guests. If I could give him 10 out of 5 stars we would and his guitar playing skills were out of this world! Please if you are looking for DJ services look no further than Music in Tahoe. You will not be disappointed.
Natalie R. | Edgewood Tahoe
Isaac, Lucas and the Music in Tahoe team were by far the best decision I made during the wedding planning process - they were AMAZING! I could not recommend them more. For weeks and weeks after our wedding friends and family kept telling us how they couldn't believe how incredible the music and vibe was and that from the first dance through to midnight the dance floor did not stop. Our number one thing we were hoping for in a wedding for us to have the best time with our friends and family, and with much thank to Music in Tahoe that is exactly what happened!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!
Elizabeth A. | White Wolf Tahoe
Max from Music in Tahoe was the absolute best. Throughout the entire process, the Music in Tahoe team was super responsive and helpful, and we had multiple calls to discuss what we wanted/how everything was going to go. The day of our wedding, Max made sure to check in with us multiple times to make sure we were on schedule and to just generally check in about how everything was going. And he played absolute bangers!!!! We had SO many people come up to us at the wedding and after the wedding, saying how great the DJ was and how much fun they had on the dance floor all night. That was something we really wanted and Max absolutely delivered. Thank you so much to the entire Music in Tahoe team, and thank you Max!!!!!
Alena B. | June Lake
Isaac was hands-down the best DJ/MC and live solo acoustical guitarist for our recent wedding in September 2023. Issac went above and beyond from the day we spoke/met him to the day we last spoke. He is true to his word, honest, passionate, talented and most importantly, a very good person. He is terrific at what he does, and I promise you will not find better. Issac is worth every penny, so look no further. Issac truly was the vendor that made our wedding day so special, and we could not be more grateful. Issac played every song we requested (And we requested a lot) and went above and beyond to even learn many of them so that he could play them acoustically during the cocktail hour. Super rad and was very unique to have at our wedding!
Isaac and his team at Music In Tahoe literally - and I don't say this lightly - turned our wedding into the best party of my life. The entire night both family and friends, all generations, were singing his praises and unable to leave the dance floor. One buddy, a veteran partier (you know the type), said "Lots of people have celebrations. Not many people can throw a party. And THIS is a party." Isaac provided flawless audio service for the ceremony and a carefully crafted cocktail aural experience. His talent, passion and energy really began to shine, though, once the dancefloor was opened up. He took our playlist suggestions and ran with it, playing timeless classics, obscure remixes that impressed the music heads, and the funky beats that gets everyone moving. Through it all he was professional, passionate and just stoked to be able to party with us and have fun. Thank you Isaac and MIT, from the bottom of our hearts!!!
Amy B. | Forest House Lodge
For our wedding we consulted Music in Tahoe and they recommended Milton Merlos to be both a live musician, and our DJ - and he absolutely exceeded all expectations. He was an absolute professional before, the big day, holding consults with us a few times before the wedding to gauge our musical style, go over the run-of-show and how we wanted the reception, etc. He arrived early to ensure he understood the layout of the venue and what equipment he needed, and I heard nothing but compliments from all our guests on how tremendously talented he is as a musician. Once the dancing kicked off - the dance floor wasn't empty the rest of evening, he truly knows how to get people out of their seats! If you are looking for live music and a dj, I can't recommend Milton and Music in Tahoe enough!!!! Thank you for helping make our special day absolutely perfect.
Tyson F. | Double Eage Resort
For our wedding we consulted Music in Tahoe and they recommended Milton Merlos to be both a live musician, and our DJ - and he absolutely exceeded all expectations. He was an absolute professional before, the big day, holding consults with us a few times before the wedding to gauge our musical style, go over the run-of-show and how we wanted the reception, etc. He arrived early to ensure he understood the layout of the venue and what equipment he needed, and I heard nothing but compliments from all our guests on how tremendously talented he is as a musician. Once the dancing kicked off - the dance floor wasn't empty the rest of evening, he truly knows how to get people out of their seats! If you are looking for live music and a dj, I can't recommend Milton and Music in Tahoe enough!!!! Thank you for helping make our special day absolutely perfect.
For our wedding we consulted Music in Tahoe and they recommended Milton Merlos to be both a live musician, and our DJ - and he absolutely exceeded all expectations. He was an absolute professional before, the big day, holding consults with us a few times before the wedding to gauge our musical style, go over the run-of-show and how we wanted the reception, etc. He arrived early to ensure he understood the layout of the venue and what equipment he needed, and I heard nothing but compliments from all our guests on how tremendously talented he is as a musician. Once the dancing kicked off - the dance floor wasn't empty the rest of evening, he truly knows how to get people out of their seats! If you are looking for live music and a dj, I can't recommend Milton and Music in Tahoe enough!!!! Thank you for helping make our special day absolutely perfect.
My husband and I had the dream team for our wedding and Music in Tahoe had to be there. Milton and Isaac were amazing! Isaac’s personality and attention to detail as well as his artistic vision made our dream a reality on our wedding day!. We requested something they’ve never done before; we wanted bilingual emceeing so Isaac handled the English and Milton the Spanish ! They were a magnificent tag team!! Our guests loved it and were very impressed with them. Our cocktail hour was amazing !!!!! Chris's violin and Milton’s acoustic guitar were a huge hit! Everybody had something to say about how incredible they were! The minute the lights went down they got everybody on the dance floor and kept the party going all night long ! They also put together a mix of Latin songs that I picked for my father/daughter dance! Thank you guys so much, you are rock stars!! What an amazing job!
