Award winning San Diego Wedding Bands & Musicians
San Diego county, Orange county, Riverside county. south ca
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Gary Rich
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AWARD WINNER (11X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Based in Del Mar, CA, and servicing all of southern ca.
About Music Pro: Bands, Musicians & DJs provides unapparelled wedding entertainment services.
The Knots Best of Weddings 2013-2024. We offer soloist, 2-10-piece bands plus DJ/Mc, all genre of music, AV, and lighting services to bring your vision to life.
We will customize your wedding to your exact specification. You can see for yourself why so many brides and grooms rave about us by browsing our reviews. You’ll see why so many San Diego couples trust Gary Rich and About Music Pro for their wedding music. We will help you with your music selections, or you can choose (unlimited selections), and we will also help you with the flow and coordination of your event.
Please contact us for an exact quote. With us, you can trust that you’ll get a professional master of ceremonies (MC) for your wedding.
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Accordion
Bagpipes
Banjo
Bass
Bugle
Cello
Fiddle
Flute
French Horn
Guitar
Harmonica
Harp
Keyboard
Mandolin
Organ
Percussion
Piano
Saxophone
Steel Drum
Trombone
Trumpet
Ukulele
Viola
Violin
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African
Arabic
Bluegrass
Bollywood
Caribbean
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Classical
Country
Dance
Disco
EDM
Flamenco
Folk
Hip-Hop
Indian
Jazz
Klezmer
Latin
Mariachi
Persian
Polka
Pop
R&B
Rock
World Music
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After Party
Ceremony
Reception
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Gary Rich
Owner
Gary Rich is owner of About Music Pro. He's Professional Musician, Band Leader, DJ / MC and Event Coordinator. He has over 25 years of experience performing at Weddings, Corporate Parties and Social Events in San Diego & Southern California. Gary is a professional Pianist, Guitarist, Vocalist, Bassist, Percussionist, Ukulele player, mandolin player and Band leader, DJ / MC, Sound Engineer, Singer Song Writer, Composer that attended Berklee College of Music in Boston.
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Customers had overwhelmingly positive experiences with Gary and his team at About Music Pro for their weddings. They highlighted Gary's professionalism, communication, and ability to keep the party going with a variety of music genres and live performances like string quartets and jazz trios. Reviewers praised Gary's band for creating an unforgettable atmosphere at their weddings, seamlessly transitioning from live music to DJ services. Guests were impressed with the energy, charisma, and talent of Gary and the Blue Daddy's, making their wedding receptions memorable and filled with dance.- Top reviews
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5.0
12/03/2024
Gary from About Music was a pleasure to work with and he did a phenomenal job working at our wedding. Gary’s energy and passion are infectious and we knew we wanted to work with him during our very first phone call. Gary really helped us and supported us with our wedding vision. He was always available to answer questions. During the wedding, he kept our guests dancing and he seamlessly transitioned and blended different genres of music. Gary also played Ukulele at our ceremony and Piano for our cocktail hour. Which our guests loved and complemented us on how great he was. Gary is the best and we would recommend him to everyone!
response 12/08/2024
It was great working with both of you at your wedding! Also thank you for referring me to ...
your cousin for there wedding! Wishing you the very best. thanks again, Gary
taylor p
5.0
12/04/2024
Gary and his team were amazing! I wanted a DJ/MC and musicians who could keep the party going and read the room without me having to pick every song I wanted. Gary delivered that and so much more! We had a string quartet at the ceremony and a jazz trio at the cocktail hour. He was so communicative leading up to our wedding and was so helpful the day of. He made sure we knew what was going on, and made sure we liked the vibes of the music. He let my husband and I request songs if we wanted to but I didn't even need to because I feel like he knew exactly what to play and our guests had the best time! The Band was awesome, and he would seamlessly go on to being a DJ on band breaks. We are so appreciative to Gary and his team for making our wedding what it was Incredible!
response 12/08/2024
Thank you so much Taylor for you review of my services! I loved doing your event because i...
t was so diverse. This is the type of event I love doing! I wish you and your husband the very best! Thanks again!
Any questions?
janice t
5.0
11/30/2024
If I could give 10 stars I would! Our wedding was absolutely perfect and a large portion of that was because of Gary and his band.. He was there from the guests arriving to the private last dance with just my husband and myself.
He is super charismatic and professional and so were his band members. There wasn't a moment when I didn't know what was going on because he communicates everything and checks in often. He was the DJ/Mc and bandleader at our wedding on October 27 2024; It was absolutely perfect!
Gary was accommodating, responsive, and always made us feel like we were going to have a fun and engaging wedding! Our guests are still ranting and raving about the band, they made the night unforgettable; Gary and his team gave us the best service. Gary helped us navigate the uncharted waters, and made sure that our night was still unforgettable and full of good times and great music! Highly recommend Gary Rich and his band and musicians, for all your music needs!
response 12/08/2024
It makes me feel great that I could be a part of making your day so unforgettable!
Thank y...
ou so much for so acuminating!
cora a
5.0
11/27/2024
Gary from About Music was phenomenal from the start! We had him play classical guitar for the ceremony, added a violin with guitar for cocktails and a 5 piece band with DJ/MC for the reception.
He was very responsive to messaging, coordinating a virtual meeting, and everything from then on. It was clear from the start that he doesn't just look at this as a job - he loves what he does and WANTS to Make the music at your wedding a life changing experience for you! It made us feel so special! He truly knocked the day out of the park. We couldn't imagine anything less for our wedding day! People are still talking about him and his band and asking us for his name for future events! Don't hesitate - book Gary! You won't regret it.
alice p
5.0
11/22/2024
Gary and his band are incredible! The energy was amazing from start to finish and the dance floor was PACKED the whole time. Gary is very easy to work with and coordinate with. The cocktail hour and MC services were great touches to the evening. All the bands were great, having a string quartet for the ceremony and a jazz trio for cocktails plus the dance band put our day over the top!, About Music Pro with the guidance of Gary Rich gave us the best evening and tons of memories!
isla c
5.0
11/19/2024
We loved Gary Rich and The Blue Daddy’s at our September 2024 wedding! We used Gary for our ceremony (pianist), cocktail hour, and reception music (5 piece band), in addition to their audio equipment and DJ/MC services for our reception and we were super happy with how everything turned out!
We were able to see them play live at my friend's wedding the year before, and they sounded just as amazing on the wedding day!
The Blue Daddy's brought such great energy to our wedding and our guests continue to rave about how fun it was to have live music!
We are so happy we chose them and feel like they completely elevated our wedding experience!
Thank you so much to Gary and his team at About Music Pro!.
eleanor w
5.0
11/16/2024
The Blue Daddy’s Band did a fantastic job providing the music for our son's wedding at the Marriott in San Diego, Ca on 9/7/24!
Gary was great to work with and helped us from start to finish with the planning. We decided to go with a jazz trio for the cocktail hour and a seven-piece band for the reception. The jazz trio really set the mood for the cocktail hour and the seven-piece party band got everyone out on the dance floor at the reception and they also included a DJ/MC. Gary also even arranged for the string duo that provided music for the ceremony. The three different types of live music made the whole wedding a very special experience for everyone! The Blue Daddy’s and Gary Rich also provided the music for our other son's wedding so that says something when you hire a band for a second time. Both times The About Music Pro came through for us in providing an exceptional music experience!
response 11/24/2024
Hi Eleanor, Thank you soo much for such a great review! I truly enjoyed working with you a...
nd our son for his wedding. Your friends and family were very responsive to our music and we are very grateful to be a part of your special Day! Thanks again. Gary Rich
Clara H
5.0
5/06/2023
My new husband and I could not have imagined a better band for our wedding. “The Blue Daddy’s” were awesome! Not only did we love the band, but our guests loved them as well and complimented us on our choice of band and were strongly impressed with their talent and how beautiful they sounded. They even complimented us on our choice of wedding song to dance to. Gary and his band were easy to work with and were nice people. I would use them over and over again. We really appreciate how well they did to make our wedding beautiful and sound amazing during our dance and while others danced as well. Thank you!
ophelia l
5.0
4/26/2023
We absolutely loved this band for our wedding reception! They got everybody dancing. Gary also provided a soloist for the ceremony and cocktail hour. We had forgotten about dinner music, and they played jazz standards and then Gary played recorded music for us on the band breaks without us even having to ask. Guests of all ages complimented us on the music choice. They were unbelievably classy and smooth to work with. Thank you so much!
amy r
5.0
4/20/2023
Everyone involved, especially Gary at About Music Pro provided fantastic service and communication that created a smooth process before and afterour event. Their talent shined at our event and set the perfect mood.
We had The Blue Daddy's at our wedding reception with over 200 people attending. The comments have been incredible about the band and how wonderful they were. Gary was the person I communicated with and he was SO easy to work with and to assure me that his band would be a hit - he was so right - thank you so much for such an incredible wedding that we will always remember forever!
daphne t
5.0
4/12/2023
We hired About Music Pro for our wedding 4/1/23 and were thrilled with how professional they were!
During the ceremony, Gary played live acoustic guitar and added violin and cello player for a classy sound, going so far as to learn a few special songs ahead of the wedding to make the ceremony exceptionally special.
At cocktail hour, Gary and his trio kept the vibe bright and happy with some great live tunes. The outdoor space we were in was beautiful, and the sounds elevated the moment to peak heights.
During dinner, the background music was classy, and Gary was very attentive at enabling toasts and speeches with mics and sound coordination. Oh yeah - he brought all the AV and sound equipment gear needed to fill a massive outdoor space with the voices during the ceremony.
Did I mention he is awesome!
Now onto the fun part - the dance party! Wow, Gary as DJ/MC was so spot on, and had the good people on the floor from first dance to last call. Feedback from our guests was it was one of the most fun weddings they have ever been to.
I would highly recommend Gary to play - and enable - all the musical needs of your event.
iris c
5.0
4/06/2023
Our wedding planner referred us to About Music pro because she said they were the best wedding band / DJ she has worked with (in ten years doing weddings). About Music Pro lived up to recommendation and absolutely crushed the sound and music at our wedding. The sound was crisp and clear during our ceremony and toasts, and Gary band leader/MC and musician kept the party going all night. We received so many compliments on behalf of our music selection. A few people even mentioned they've never seen a dance floor so packed at a wedding. We are so thankful for Gary and About Music pro for contributing the sound and music for the best day and party of our lives! Super professional and all around great people that we can't recommend enough!
violet g
5.0
3/30/2023
Wow! Gary and his fellow musicians were all unbelievably amazing. We hired About Music Pro and The Blue Daddy’s 5-piece band and had Gary play acoustic guitar during our wedding ceremony, and he played piano for the cocktail hour, and we also had a live drummer and DJ set during the reception. Live music and the good vibes it brought were very important to us, and the band exceeded expectations for our guests and us.
Gary worked with us extensively prior to the wedding to learn new songs on guitar and offer suggestions for our playlist. He quickly picked up on the style we wanted and brought it to the next level. As a pianist he is absolutely stunning and is incredibly talented. He created the perfect classy ambiance we were seeking. The band was remarkable. And of course, Gary was the backbone of it all. Month's later; we're frequently watching our videos of the wedding. So we can relive the party anytime, anywhere. Truly grateful for finding this level of talent for our special day!
Alice b
5.0
3/26/2023
We found Gary through a friend's wedding. We went too and decided we just had to have him at ours, and we are so glad that we did! He did such an amazing job and not only did he DJ but he played Ukulele at the ceremony and guitar for the cocktail and piano for dinner. As our DJ/MC he had no problem getting people on the dance floor by playing such great music all night long! We had our wedding at the Hyatt regency in downtown San Diego. It was incredible how seamlessly he went from wedding to cocktails to dinner and reception. He made sure every area that guests were at had speakers so they could enjoy the music, from the bar to the tables and obviously the dance floor! If you want to make sure you and your guests have an amazing time and dance the night away to great tunes with both live and DJ music do yourself a favor and hire Gary from About Music Pro!
jen d
5.0
3/14/2023
From the very beginning their professionalism and staff, About Music Pro knocked it out of the park. We had a sting trio for the ceremony, a jazz guitarist for cocktails, and a 5 piece band with a DJ/MC for the reception. Gary and his team worked well with our other vendors, which helped make our wedding very successful. The communication before the wedding was fantastic. We were able to pick any songs that we wanted as well. As I questioned some things of how to keep the wedding guests entertained, Gary knew how to sweep them off their feet! If anyone is searching for a Band-DJ / MC or musicians in the surrounding San Diego area, I would look no further than Gary and his staff. What a blast our guest and we had!
liz c
5.0
3/05/2020
We hired About Music Pro for our February 2020 wedding and it was the best vendor decision we made in terms of professionalism, communication, organization, and results. We loved working with Gary throughout the planning process and he was professional, friendly, down-to-earth and honest. We met with him in person and communicated via email and text. He was always quick to respond and thorough in his responses. We also loved working with Gary and his band on the day of our wedding. We decided to skip our sendoff just so we could keep dancing! I honestly can't say enough good things. Do yourself a favor and book these guys for your event! Gary acted as our emcee and DJ, plus bandleader for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. He was smooth and professional, and the music was so amazingly perfect for us throughout the reception and into the dance party. Our guests of all ages had a blast - people couldn't stop talking about how great the music was! Thank you!! :)
betsy a
5.0
2/25/2020
About Music Pro was awesome at our wedding! They are so professional and have a real passion for music. We worked with the owner, Gary, throughout the planning process and he made everything so incredibly easy. He was personable, paid attention to every detail, was very responsive, and was one of the most professional vendors we hired for our wedding.
We wanted to ensure that our friends would be saying "your wedding was so much fun" and be a party they would not forget. Gary and The Blue Daddy's absolutely crushed it. We told him what kind of music genres we liked and then gave him the freedom to play whatever he wanted and he did such a great job of creating the perfect mix to get everyone dancing. We had many guests approach us to tell us how incredible our Band /DJ was. If you want to have an amazing dance band at your party that will make your day truly memorable, hire About Music Pro. You will be so glad you did!
ashley k
5.0
2/20/2020
Gary Rich is an amazing listener and will find the exact right music for you and your guests. My fiance and I love music. We also had a really diverse group of guests, friends from India, Latin America, England and other places around the world. Gary just nailed it. He started with American pop and rock from the 70's and 80's and evolved to currant top 40 hits and rap, that pleased everyone and had them all dancing. Over time, he mixed it up, introducing picks for different subgroups of guests. He even researched India pop hits, salsa and Latin pop for me -- not something that's on his normal list of genres -- and he got it exactly right! He also worked with our parents to add a slideshow of childhood photos for each of our parent-child dances. You can tell Gary takes deep pleasure in pleasing his clients! Thanks, Gary, for holding a perfect and joyful space for us on one of the happiest days of our lives!
barbra b
5.0
1/30/2020
When we began planning our wedding, one of the key things we wanted to do was make our guests feel hosted and honored. Gary Rich from About Music Pro did exactly that! We had 250 guests from all over the US and the world and Gary carved out a piece of the party for all of them, somehow weaving it all together. Our reception was a non-stop dance party from beginning to end and we actually had to move tables to make the dance floor bigger! Everyone had such a great time! Thank you Gary!!
alexia c
5.0
1/23/2020
We booked About Music Pro for our wedding and it was one of the best decisions we made! We initially met with Gary to talk about what we had in mind for the music and he went over in detail what we could expect on our big day. Throughout the planning stages, working with him was easy and stress free! We decided on a classical trio for the ceremony, a jazz trio for cocktails, and a 5-piece band with a DJ/MC for the reception. The week before the wedding, we had a call with Gary to discuss final details and to go over different music cues during the ceremony and reception. On the day of our wedding, him and his band more than delivered! The music during the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception were all exceptional, but once the dance floor opened up, and the band and DJ took over, they had everyone dancing and having a great time! Multiple people came up to us during the wedding to tell us how great the music was and how much fun they were having. People who typically don't dance (including my grand mother!) were out there tearing it up! highly recommend About Music Pro, Gary, and the whole team for your next big event!
kayla b
5.0
1/16/2020
How can I possibly capture how fantastic About Music Pro’s Musicians and DJs are? We hired Gary Rich as the bandleader and DJ/MC for our 250 person wedding during December 2019. The entire booking, planning and even experience were truly top notch and worth every penny and more!
Having good music with everyone on the dance floor was one of our "must haves" and Gary and his band delivered! We spent a ton of time researching different music options for our wedding reception and would pick About Music Pro over and over again. Gary was incredibly easy to work with, professional, and responsive throughout the wedding planning process. He listened to our requests and made sure to fit the music vibe we were hoping to achieve. Our friends and family continually comment on the incredible music selection and Gary’s ability to keep everybody dancing the entire night. We highly recommend them!
jane a
5.0
1/09/2020
Gary was a fantastic DJ and musician at our wedding in December! He nailed the vibe we were looking for perfectly! He was very easy to work with and truly went the extra mile to make sure our wedding was exactly what we pictured. Everything went exactly as we wanted and Gary was able to fit right in with our venue and wedding planner and everything was seamless. We are so happy to be able to highly recommend Gary. We would love an opportunity to book with him again in the future. We and our guests had a fantastic time! He was incredible!
mary ann j
5.0
1/03/2020
We were so relieved and grateful to have found Gary and his band for our wedding. Not only was he very accommodating to the limitations of the venue and made everything work perfectly, he was also very perceptive of song suggestions and tailored the music choice to our liking. Our guests were out on the dance floor the whole time and many guests commented on what a great time they had.
Also, he was the MC and DJ for announcements and when the band was on break and made sure the dance floor was packed the whole night, which was important to us. Thank you and your band for being so awesome!
avery b
5.0
12/19/2019
Our previous Band and DJ disappeared right before the wedding, and my husband and I went into panic mode trying to find a last minute replacement. We found Gary from About Music Pro,who came to our rescue! They are a highly rated Band/DJ company with all positive reviews. We had a great experience starting from the first call; Gary was courteous and helpful and guided us through the entire wedding music process. We got to customize our entire wedding music genre, and he organized our music selections for us with specific instructions on exact play times that coordinated with our planners time line. When the wedding date arrived. Gary and his band really proved themselves even further. They played our all our requests better than we could've imagined, and kept the dance floor full at all times. As an added bonus, Gary’s DJ skills were on par with his amazing MC skills, Gary hosted our wedding like a true professional host. I would highly recommend Gary and his company About Music Pro for there Band/DJ/MC services. Thank you Gary for an unforgettable experience!
maria s
5.0
12/12/2019
The Blue Daddy’s made our dreams come true! From the very beginning, Gary Rich was the band leader/MC and DJ and he was very easy to work with and super accommodating! I had several songs I requested they preformed them flawlessly. Gary also provided AV for a photo-montage and he made it all happen without a hitch. They cultivated the most perfect play-list that kept my wedding guests on the dance floor the entire night. If you're even hesitating for one second about hiring About Music Pro, don't! I promise it will be one of the easiest and best decisions you'll make throughout your entire wedding planning process!
christy h
5.0
12/05/2019
Gary and his band did an INCREDIBLE job at our wedding! My husband and I had planned to get on the dance floor a little bit to get everyone else to come out, and we kept telling ourselves "We’ll get a drink after the next song" but couldn't leave the dance floor because they had the best dance music! We didn't want to miss out on any of the songs! Gary was so friendly and easy to approach, he was very responsive to every email and was easy to work with! If you're trying to decide between using About Music Pro and another wedding music company, I recommend going with About Music Pro! They are awesome! Thank you again Gary for making our wedding so incredible!
kara e
5.0
11/27/2019
We met with Gary at the beginning of the planning process for our fall wedding and then again a few weeks before the big day. He listened to all our requests, made some great recommendations, and helped facilitate a perfectly smooth reception and amazing dance party! We got a sense right away at our first meeting that Gary knew his stuff when it comes to music and we were right to trust him. He made the perfect play list and agenda for the entire evening with very little guidance from us. I definitely recommend using Gary from About Music Pro!
Tomomi E
5.0
11/23/2019
OVERALL: No-frills musician/DJ/MC. We booked him for live ukulele for the ceremony, DJ/MC for the reception, and all sound/audio/video throughout the event. Exactly what we needed for a family-friendly lunch time wedding. Responsive, professional, accommodating, and easy to work with. He is also the owner of his company, so he is in control of his schedule. Highly recommend him!
PLANNING PHASE: We were recommended to Gary through a friend who had worked with him for their wedding the year before. Four months before the wedding day, our original plan for live music did not go through, so I felt pressed for time to find a musician/DJ. I gave him a call, explained my situation, and he calmly walked me through all of my options, tailoring as needed based on my budget. He also mentioned that he would be able to do all sound and AV, which was perfect because we were planning for a photo slideshow. His pricing packages are very straightforward, and by the end of the call, I knew exactly what he would be able to provide. We booked him within the day for live ukulele for the ceremony, DJ/MC for the reception, and all sound/audio/video throughout the event. As a follow up, he sent us a sheet to fill out for any specific songs that we wanted, which was very helpful for our planning (e.g. processional song, recessional song, first dance song, father daughter dance song, BGM genre, etc).
ON OUR WEDDING DAY, Ceremony: Gary had set himself up toward the back of our ceremony. His ukulele blended in so nicely with our set up and the scene, that it felt like it was meant to be there. I say this because some musicians like to hog attention, but Gary made sure to provide the perfect amount of music for enjoyment and BGM, without standing out. This meant a lot!
ON OUR WEDDING DAY, Reception: Gary deeply understands the flow of a wedding, so we were listening for his voice as a queue for guidance around when to switch gears for the next activity. As you would for any MC, if you have any particular requests around particularly wording, I would let him know beforehand. For example, for the bouquet toss, we wanted him to ask for “unmarried” ladies, rather than “single“ ladies, to come to the dance floor, so we asked him to do that. Also, we didn’t have a dance hour, but I had asked him beforehand to tailor the music to be more upbeat in case people start gathering toward the dance floor, and he did that flawlessly.
We hope to have the opportunity to work with Gary again in the future!
angie w
5.0
11/21/2019
We selected About Music Pro and Gary Rich and his band for our wedding after having been to two weddings where Gary and his band were performing. We couldn't have been happier with our choice. We were lucky enough to have DJ Gary and his band do our wedding. He was easy to work with and skilled at helping us with our wide range of music choices. We gave him some requests and he filled in the blanks with a awesome selection of songs! There was a mix of some oldies and new music, which kept the party going. We highly recommend Gary and his band from About Music Pro. They were the absolute best choice for your wedding!
cathy b
5.0
11/14/2019
Our caterer referred us to About Music Pro, One of our best wedding planning decisions was to book The Blue Daddy's & DJ Gary Rich! Our philosophy was to hire professionals and let them do what they know best, which is About Music Pro’s business philosophy, so it was a perfect match! Band leader and DJ, Gary, was wonderful to work with - he provided great ideas on how to structure the reception toasts, and he quickly figured out our preferred styles of music and worked in our specific song requests throughout the night. Our guests raved about how great Gary was. Gary and his band had the dance floor packed and several guests mentioned that they needed a break but just couldn't leave the floor because the music was so good!! We loved how he kept the energy up throughout the night and made sure that guests enjoyed themselves. He also played guitar during the ceremony and it went flawlessly. We highly recommend Gary Rich &The Blues Daddy's for your wedding or any event!!
beth h
5.0
11/07/2019
My husband and I used About Music Pro for our wedding and had an amazing time! We worked with Gary Rich who helped us through the entire process and gave us extremely good recommendations when we didn't have specific requests of our own. We had a Jazz trio for the ceremony as well as the cocktail hour and we had a 5-piece band with a DJ for the reception. Our friends and family danced with us for several hours with out stopping and everyone loved it. I would go with About Music Pro again, any time, for any kind of event!
nora b
5.0
11/01/2019
We met with Gary before the wedding. He was so kind and easy-going and knowledgeable! We had read great reviews, so we didn't even hesitate and booked him and his band without meeting with anyone else. On the day of, we realized what a great decision that was! They seamlessly transitioned between jazz and easy listening for the dinner music and then to classic dance and top 40 hits for my friends and family. They even worked in my requested Latin pop song. Everyone tore it up on the dance floor! They played to the crowd, and people danced all night long, We both agreed that Gary and The Blue Daddy's absolutely killed it. Even my friends and family raved about how great their music selections were! And our night truly wouldn't have been what it was without them. Look no further. About Music Pro is truly the best of the best!
debra w
5.0
10/24/2019
I can't say enough great things about Gary and the entire band! Gary was extremely accommodating and quick to respond to all my emails. He worked with all my ideas and really seemed excited for us! On the wedding night, he and his band did an amazing job keeping the night moving and making sure the guests were entertained. Along with all of this, the music was phenomenal! We chose to have the string Trio for ceremony, jazz trio for cocktails, and 6-piece Band for dinner and dancing (which came with a DJ). Everything was seamless and wonderful from start to finish. Thanks Gary and your whole crew, for making our wedding truly incredible!
alex b
5.0
10/15/2019
Gary and his group were the absolute best! So many of our friends and family have been telling us that our wedding was the best that they've been to! This was not just because of the love in the room from all of the guests, but also the involvement and skill level that Gary and his band brought to the dance floor. The group’s genuine excitement and enthusiasm set them way apart. We would highly recommend Gary Rich and About Music Pro to any bride and groom!
andrea d
5.0
10/10/2019
We knew we wanted an amazing band for our wedding. When my wife and I decided on Gary Rich and his band we made one of the best decisions of our wedding. From the moment we reached out for a quote, Gary was incredibly helpful and prompt with everything. Their performance the night of the wedding was outstanding and our dance floor was full all night. We had a variety of requests throughout the night and Gary and his band were more than happy to fulfill them all. The DJ filled in on the breaks with a great dance set too! I highly recommend these guys if you want the best San Diego Band and DJ around!
joan j
5.0
10/03/2019
We decided to work with Gary Rich at About Music Pro after we researched many bands. We definitely made the right choice with Gary and his band! The quality of the musicians, singers, the mix of songs and their energy was second to none. Gary was extremely professional and he went through all of the details of our wedding. When we wanted to incorporate live Celtic music, Gary found us the musicians and made sure that their set was added smoothly to the rest of the music. All along the way, as we had to make adjustments and changes, he was extremely helpful and made sure that we were happy above all else. The night of our wedding, everyone loved the music and Gary put on his DJ hat when the band took breaks. We could not have been happier with Gary and his band!
jessica b
5.0
9/26/2019
We hired About Music Pro for our 9/7/19 wedding, and they did an unbelievable job! Gary was so easy to work with, and I was so impressed with his honesty, openness, organization...the list goes on and on! We wanted our wedding to be all about the music and having a good time, and we were exceptionally pleased with the band and the DJ! Gary was so accommodating. He learned a new song for our big day that was beautiful! We also had the DJ for our after party. We've gotten so many compliments about them, and they kept the dance floor busy all night! They made our wedding so memorable, we can't thank them enough!
ashley b
5.0
9/19/2019
Having a live band and joyful atmosphere at our wedding was a major priority for us and we could not have been happier with Gary Rich from About Music Pro!! We liked Gary from the moment we met him. We had a duo for our ceremony and cocktail hour and a 5-piece band and DJ for our reception. We had a vision for our ceremony and wanted more modern music (Jason Mraz feel). They accommodated this with ease and gave honest feedback on what they thought would work and what wouldn't. It was perfect and absolutely what we envisioned -- thanks Gary!! For dinner/reception our emcee (Gary) was great! He was flexible with last minute changes with introductions and got the guests excited. The reception was a blast!! The dance floor was packed the entire time, which is exactly what we wanted. We asked guests to add a song request on their RSVP card and the band gave special shout outs to certain guests before playing- such a sweet touch! They also accommodated our "must play" song list between the band and DJ sets. We have received countless compliments about The Blue Daddy’s from our guests and it was by far the BEST decision we made for our wedding.
mary r
5.0
9/13/2019
If you're looking for a great DJ, band or musicians for any event, I ten out of ten recommend About Music Pro. We hired them for our wedding. Gary was great! We worked with him throughout the entire engagement and planning process and he was super accommodating. He always answered our questions right away and brought up things we would have never even thought of.
We had a guitar and cello for the ceremony and cocktails and the band for the reception. There was a DJ on the band breaks and they were all great. They kept the mood going, incorporated our guests in the entertainment and helped everything run smoothly through out the entire night. We are forever thankful to them!
kristen p
5.0
9/05/2019
About Music Pro was great to work with! Our wedding dance floor was always full, the songs were upbeat and exactly on theme with what we asked for. They did a great job of mixing R&B, top 40, swing, and classic rock dance hits exactly as we asked. Gary was very responsive, positive, easy to work with and made great suggestions leading up to the wedding. We definitely recommend having Gary Rich and his team for your event!
nora b
5.0
8/29/2019
DJ Gary Rich is awesome! He rocked our wedding and did an outstanding job as our DJ/MC. Gary is a true professional and made everything very easy and his overall service is stellar. My husband and I are both very picky when it comes to music. We both wanted Hip-Hop and Top 40 with some Classic Rock, so we asked Gary for a blend of all three, and he definitely delivered! He also did a great job on the grand entrance, and announcing all events during the wedding, such as the cake cutting, first dance, speeches, bouquet toss, and last dance. I would highly recommend him for weddings, or any special event that needs a DJ! With Gary you know you'll be in great hands. 5 STARS across the board! Thank you Gary!
jena b
5.0
8/22/2019
Gary Rich and his band did a fantastic job at our wedding. (August 2019). I was struggling to find a band that could entertain both my American/Japanese family, and my fiance's Italian family. Our wedding was a black tie event and the band kept with that theme and also dressed formally. I was torn, because I wanted to include some traditional Japanese music, which would be tough for a band to perform. After searching the web, I finally decided to reach out to Gary since his company, About Music Productions, offers both live and D/J ...a decision I am so glad I made! Gary stepped in as DJ at the wedding and obtained all the Japanese music we requested. He and band rocked the party! It's important for a bride to feel at ease, and be able to trust the vendors. Gary put my mind at ease. He was a great communicator and an amazing HOST!! He knew how to keep people on the dance floor and lived up to all of my expectations!
emma d
5.0
8/09/2019
Having a Band and DJ was the one thing I didn't need to stress about on our wedding day. Gary, from About Music Pro, handled everything with ease and received incredible reviews from our guests. Gary and his band were extremely professional, played the exact blend of music we were hoping for, and made suggestions that we would not have thought of. Also, Gary did an incredible job of handling the unexpected with a high level of proficiency and professionalism. I highly recommend Gary and his band!
sophia h
5.0
8/03/2019
What can I say other than thank you Gary for making my wedding the best thing ever! We had complements from many of our guests weeks after the event! We were so happy with his team. I will definitely recommend Gary to anyone who ever asks.
Our dance floor was never empty. DJ Gary and his band were awesome. Book them early, its a make or break for your wedding. Shouts to Gary, who is the best MC! He was also super helpful with timeline (cake cutting, first dance, etc.). Gary not only played every song I asked him to, but all other songs I should have asked him for. Many of my friends asked if every single song was something I planned and I let them know Gary must feel your personality from your first list and know exactly what you like. My husband and I both agree how crucial Gary and his band were to our wedding!
mia s
5.0
7/25/2019
All of DJ, Gary Rich, five star reviews are completely warranted. He was recommended by a friend. His pricing was fair and his professionalism was unparalleled, which was super helpful when planning a big event. He was very responsive, knowledgeable, and courteous. Without a doubt, he was our favorite vendor. The process was smooth. On the wedding day, everything was just perfect and all our guests had a great time! Thank you Gary, you rock!
charlotte p
5.0
7/18/2019
Gary Rich and The Blue Daddy’s were awesome. They are very skilled and and can absolutely make a dance floor rock. They truly care about making your event special that they take the time to understand your music tastes and the type of dance floor you want to create. Every single detail was nailed and not a single request was missed. We are big music fans and valued their honest input into our recommendations of what would and would not work well for a wedding and wow did they deliver! I would give them the highest recommendation possible! I will certainly use their services again.
abigail c
5.0
7/12/2019
If you are looking for a wedding DJ & band that'll keep your guests on the dance floor ALL night then this it! I first saw Gary perform at my sisters wedding and knew I would someday want him for mine. Seven years later that wish finally came true! Everyone from About Music Pro made it possible. They also played music for my ceremony and cocktail hour. Gary took charge and made sure everything flowed and stayed on time. Everyone, from the flower girls to my 65-year-old aunt, was on the dance floor the entire night. Gary was also the DJ/MC. He and the band were totally able to read the crowd and know what song to play next. They played exactly what we wanted to hear! They even learned the song for my first dance! People kept coming up to me raving about the DJ and the band and still a month later people keep talking about how much fun it was! Thank you so much to Gary and the band for making my wedding night one I will never forget!!
eveln p
5.0
7/05/2019
I cannot even express how amazing About Music Pro is! Gary was a incredible musician and DJ/MC, and really knows how to read a crowd and entertain. My guests danced the entire night, and everyone raved about how great they were. The whole day from ceremony music through the reception flowed so smoothly with Gary, and he did everything he could to make the night perfect. I would hire them over and over again. If you are lucky enough to have Gary and his band available for your wedding day, book them immediately!
ava b
5.0
6/27/2019
I was so happy with the music performed by About Music Productions at my wedding and reception! We had guitar and violin for the ceremony and cocktail and a 5-piece band and DJ/MC for the reception. Oddly enough, one of my friends recognized Gary as their wedding musician and DJ when they saw him! Gary and the other band members were engaging, fun, charismatic, and kept the dance floor packed. They all were incredible vocalists and musicians and Gary put on his DJ hat on the band breaks. I received several calls in the weeks following my wedding to rave about the band and DJ and ask for their information. I highly recommend them!!
patrica s
5.0
6/20/2019
Absolutely AMAZING! Gary and the other members had the party going the entire night! They worked with us on the timing and it went off without a hitch. They made our night so special- with a DJ and a Band. Everyone was on the dance floor the whole night! With Gary and his band you will have a dance floor that is hopping! Thank you so much Gary for making our night one that we will remember the rest of our lives!
beth a
5.0
6/13/2019
We were so happy with Gary Rich and the Blue Daddy's at our wedding! I had only heard their audio online before the big day, and good faith paid off, and they were great performers! They played a variety of songs, Gary was a great MC's for the whole evening, and paid attention to the emotion of the crowd to dictate the flow of the music, steadily building intensity throughout the night. The band and DJ were also very reliable and courteous, making it a pleasure to interact with them before and after the event. But bottom line, boy do they know how to make your party a good time! Thanks, to Gary and his crew!
response 06/15/2019
Thank you so much Beth for this fantastic review!!! I am grateful that you thought so high...
ly of my band and DJ performance at your wedding, it was a honor and a pleasure to be part of your wedding day! I wish you both every success for your future life together!!
Kindest regards, Gary Rich
amy w
5.0
6/06/2019
If it was possible, I would give The Blue Daddy’s Band and their DJ 10 stars, and I'm not kidding! They played at our wedding reception this past April and we could not have been happier with their music. We had a wedding song that isn't frequently played and Gary was more than willing to accommodate us and play our special song. From start to finish, planning was super easy! Gary was extremely helpful in suggesting special dances for the family. The mother/son pick turned out to be one of mom's favorite songs!! The band played an amazing variety of music that suited every last guest, and us. People we never expected to see dancing, stayed on the dance floor all night! The DJ kept the party going on the band breaks, which was a great addition to the live band. They both were off the charts!!! Thank you Gary and your band for making our reception a night we will never forget! :)
response 06/08/2019
Hi Amy and Josh, It was an honor to perform for both of you and your guests! Your group wa...
s very interactive with the band, which made it a blast for everyone there! Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a great review! I am so grateful and glad you enjoyed the whole experience, it was a pleasure working with you both and I wish you all the best in your new life together!! I truly hope our paths will cross again. Thanks again! Gary
stephanie w
5.0
5/30/2019
Gary and the Blue Daddy’s Band absolutely made our wedding day! From the beginning Gary was helpful and responsive to every question we had. They learned to play "All of Me" for our first dance and every moment during the reception was amazing. Gary switched to DJ when the band was on break and kept the party going. They were all extremely professional, they sounded amazing, and we have heard nothing but rave reviews from our guests. My father-in-law went to Berklee in Boston and still can't stop talking about what a great band they were,
which makes sense because Gary went to Berklee. There are other bands in the San Diego area that will charge you twice as much and deliver half the product. These guys are the absolutely the best!
response 06/01/2019
I Am very grateful that you took the time to write such a incredible review for your weddi...
ng. It was great planning with you and working with you up till the wedding day. We definitely had a great group that helped put the party over the top Thanks so much for choosing us, it was truly an honor and privilege to be part of your special day, We all had a blast!! Keep in touch.
melissa d
5.0
5/23/2019
Based on the great reviews for Gary Rich, we expected an awesome wedding band and DJ, but what we got was beyond what we could imagine. We had 450 guests at our wedding and once the band started, nobody sat down again, even the grandparents! The play list was amazing - hit after hit of timeless awesome songs. And when the band took a break Gary continued on as DJ with the same feel. Our guests can't stop raving about Gary Rich and the Blue Daddy’s, a month later. Oh, and there were literally rows of people at the front of the dance floor just watching and dancing to The Blue Daddy’s like we were at a concert for some of the songs - they were so impressive! They learned a few new songs for us too and killed it! They even did a Pop Jazz Style recessional for us from the ceremony to the cocktail party, which was amazing. Also, communication before the wedding was exceptional - Gary was incredibly responsive, flexible, and clear. Gary and his team was the best vendor we worked with. I cannot recommend Gary and his group enough!!
emily p
5.0
5/17/2019
Gary Rich was an incredible DJ/MC and bandleader. We first saw him at a friend's wedding and were absolutely blown away. So when the time came to book music for our wedding, he was at the top of the list. The whole process was a joy: Gary made reserving a date (a year out) easy and worked with us to choose the right arrangement of musicians and instruments. We ended up with a 6-piece band And DJ that was perfect for the space and size of our wedding.
The lead-up was also easy and very well executed; we got to choose songs, make requests about when, how, breaks, etc.; Gary also kindly worked with our venue and coordinator to get things just right.
And finally, the performance was JUST AS INCREDIBLE AS EXPECTED. People danced. People laughed. We All had a great time and the song selections were awesome. It was an incredible day, made even more special with Gary and his team.
response 05/18/2019
Thanks so much Emily! We were honored to be a part of your special day. And thank you so m...
uch for your kind words. I am so glad that everyone danced and laughed the night away. It was a joy to me to be such an important part of your wedding and I hope you will cherish those memories for the rest of your life. I look forward to possibly working with you both in the future, I wish you both a long and happy life together, Thanks again! Best, Gary
carol c
5.0
5/10/2019
I was blown away by the Blue Daddy’s when they performed at our wedding. We had the 7-piece group and Gary also played guitar at the ceremony, and with his jazz trio for the cocktail hour. The sound they provided was top notch and the energy was incredibly high. Gary was super professional and I was able to put a lot of trust in him to deliver a premium performance, He also was the DJ and MC for our wedding on band breaks and he kept the party rocking! I used to play music professionally and speaking from experience, you can't really get much better than this group. They were super fun and kept everyone dancing throughout the whole reception. Thanks again for the awesome performance and the great memories!
response 05/11/2019
Thanks so much Carol and Jason! We were honored to be a part of your day. And thank you so...
much for referring Bobby and Lisa to us- what a beautiful couple! We love playing at the Hyatt down town. and the venue and the staff were wonderful to work with - they have even added us to their preferred vendors list. It was truly wonderful to make you day so special. I wish you both a long and happy life together and hope we can work together again in the future. All the Best Gary Rich
deborah w
5.0
5/04/2019
About Music Pro was awesome! Many of our guests commented on how much they loved the DJ and band we chose. My boss literally said, "This has to be the top wedding band I've ever heard!". They got everyone dancing, totally jammed out, and played the whole night through! We had a solo guitarist for the ceremony, duo for cocktails and a DJ with a 5 piece band for the reception. Honestly, if you want your guests to love the music, pick these guys - they sounded amazing!
response 05/04/2019
Thank you very much for such an incredible review! I truly appreciate the time you took to...
write it. I also appreciate the referral! Once again I wish you both a long and happy life together and hope we can work together again in the future. Thanks again! Take care, Gary
Joshua F
5.0
11/05/2018
Gary took care of our ceremony and reception and he really did an outstanding job. We spoke to him on the phone initially and he had us suggest some songs we definitely wanted to hear to kind of give him an understanding of our music tastes. We had him playing guitar during the ceremony and it was a really nice touch. For the reception he did a great job of playing what we had requested, as well as staying true to the kind of musical theme we had going on. He was great for keeping us on our time targets, making time for the toasts, hora, first dances and all that. He was super easy to work with and really made it so that our guests and ourselves had a great time dancing the day away. We would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a DJ for their wedding or probably any other event.
nancy m
5.0
10/31/2018
Gary did an amazing job at our recent wedding! In all the conversations leading up to the event, Gary was quick with answering questions we had and making sure he asked the right questions to be sure we would have exactly what we wanted. We provided a list of what music we selected for each event and Gary took it from there. He also asked us what songs we didn't want to hear, and based off that list, he knew exactly what we were looking for and did an amazing job. Making sure we were happy and that our guests had a good time, was his first priority. I highly recommend Gary and can't thank him enough for his talent and his hard work in making our day a great success!
response 05/06/2019
Such lovely words Nancy! Thank you both very much! Your wonderful Halloween wedding was d...
efinitely one to remember, especially I am happy that you and your guest had a great time! Thank you for taking the time to write your review and we wish you both every success for your future. Thanks again, Gary and Team
betty s
5.0
10/29/2018
We had Gary Rich as our musician, bandleader and DJ for our wedding and reception at the Hyatt San Diego. He, and his band, were fantastic! We could tell from our first meeting that he's a total professional, and knows how to create the type of party you're looking for by asking some great questions and filling in the rest with his expertise. Another thing we loved about him is that he doesn't do that heavy-handed self-promotion thing. He was great at announcing, providing music that kept our evening on track, and got everyone on the dance floor! Gary made the music planning process really simple, with great song suggestions for some key moments. Our song list was kind of all over the place, but he turned it into a great play list for the night! He was always on top of the crowd's mood and adjusted to keep the energy up. The music was so good he even had my mom dancing, which I didn't think was possible! Thank you Gary and the rest of the band!!
response 05/05/2019
Hi Betty, Thank you for this fantastic review!!! We're delighted that you thought so high...
ly of my band and DJ at your beautiful wedding ceremony and reception, it was a tremendous pleasure to be part of your beautiful wedding day and I wish you both every success for your future together!! Kindest regards, Gary Rich
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