Giovanni Mandala Guitarist Singer Songwriter Reviews
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Acoustic Guitarist from Tehachapi, CA
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Starting at $300 per event
131 Reviews for Giovanni Mandala Guitarist Singer Songwriter
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Review by Jenna N.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on July 9, 2015•From Truckee, CA
Giovanni played at our wedding in June in Truckee. He was great to work with. He was very responsive throughout the whole planning process and went out of his way to be accommodating for us and our wedding music. For the ceremony I asked him if he had a ukulele to play "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" (which has always been the song I wanted to walk down the isle to). He got a ukulele and sent me samples of different versions of the song to let me pick which I wanted. The song was so perfect a double rainbow came out during the ceremony! He was the perfect choice for our mountain wedding. I highly recommend him and would absolutely book him again!
Review by Joanna H.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on June 2, 2014•From Healdsburg, CA
We were extremely pleased with the music Giovanni provided during our wedding ceremony. We had him play acoustic guitar before and after our ceremony and he not only arrived early, but also stayed and played while we were taking the family and wedding party photos after the ceremony. He was very accommodating, very professional, and is very musically talented! Would highly recommend Giovanni to anyone looking for an acoustic guitarist!
Review by Sherree F.
Wedding•Reviewed on August 30, 2014•From Healdsburg, CA
Giovanni was an absolute delight! He played the entire time and never took a break. Giovanni's wonderful playing added so much to the reception. So glad we splurged!
Thank you so much Giovanni!
Review by Rekha S.
Wedding•Reviewed on August 22, 2014•From Tiburon, CA
Giovanni was the perfect addition to our special day. He set the tone with his soft acoustic sound carried on the bay breeze. The classical pieces mixed with the more contemporary ones struck the right balance for our guests.
Review by Christian B.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on October 30, 2012•From Kenwood, CA
Giovanni was absolutely awesome. If you are looking for a guitar player for your wedding or your event, We highly, highly recommend hiring him.
Giovanni spent time to meet with us pre wedding, right away we knew we found the right person. His list of songs is very thorough and songs that were not on his list he was more than willing to learn.
Durring the wedding his playing was great. He hit every que, he played with perfect dynamics for the mood. He was extremely professional and supper accommodating.
Out of all of our wedding vendors Giovanni was by far one of our favorites. Again we highly recommend hiring him.
Review by Margaret P.
Private Party•Reviewed on October 23, 2014•From San Francisco, CA
Definitely a 5 (x5 x5 x5 x5 x5) star experience all the way around!
that's 15,625 STARS! Enough to light up an evening which Giovanni Mandala certainly did ...
Review by Shawn M.
Private Party•Reviewed on August 19, 2014•From Cotati, CA
We had hired Giavonni 3 years ago for my 50 birthday red carpet celebration and wanted to find him for a couples shower we were having this summer. I found him the through Gigmasters and was so HAPPY as G has the ability to play songs you request and he even remembered my husband & my first dance song from our wedding which he played for us 3 years ago. Our friends loved the live music and the variety he plays. We would hire him again. Thank you so very much G! Your are awesome!!!
Review by Danielle P.
Celebration•Reviewed on August 31, 2014•From Kenwood, CA
Giovanni was professional and very talented. He made our vow renewal ceremony a special experience. He was a pleasure to have there! Thank you!!
Review by Aaron F.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on May 29, 2014•From Healdsburg, CA
Giovanni was an absolute pleasure working with leading up to the event and was even better than advertised on day of. He helped set the perfect tone to the wedding ceremony with his pre-ceremony play and was then perfect with his in-ceremony music.
He is extremely professional, nice and I would highly recommend him for anyone needing a professional guitarist.
Review by Scooter S.
Corporate Function•Reviewed on January 31, 2014•From San Francisco, CA
Giovanni did a fantastic job at our company holiday party. His music was very lively and upbeat and set the perfect tone for the event. I would highly recommend him for any corporate function.
Review by Peter B.
Wine Tasting Party•Reviewed on July 31, 2013•From Napa, CA
Giovanni was fantastic. Before the event he responded quickly and clearly. Arrived early to event venue (the beautiful and amazing caves at5 Pine Ridge Winery in Napa), and was ready to go 45 minutes before the event.
This was a surprise birthday party for one of the 40 attendees. As part of the surprise Giovanni played the role of the officiant and did a masterful job. Not only can he play the guitar, but he can act too!
His musical repertoire is amazing from classic and mellow tunes to rock and roll, he was able to fulfill the guests every musical wish.
I highly recommend Giovanni for your next event!
Review by Ashley M.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on August 27, 2013•From San Francisco, CA
Excellent performer!
Giovanni performed at our wedding and nailed it! Guests were impressed with his vocals and guitar skills. His rendition of "sweet thing" made everyone cry as I walked down the aisle.
Would hire him again and regret not having him the entire evening.
Review by Claythe C.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on August 15, 2013•From Berkeley, CA
Giovanni was extremely accommodating. A very talented guitar player. I absolutely loved hearing him play the songs I had chosen so beautifully. It made the ceremony and cocktail hour more beautiful than I could've thought of. Thank you Giovanni for everything!!
Review by Rachel E.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on October 7, 2014•From Kenwood, CA
I hired Giovanni for my wedding in August. Giovanni was super easy to work with and professional throughout the planning process. He provided fantastic recommendations and even happily learned a special song for my processional. Would highly recommend!
Review by Jen H.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on June 28, 2013•From Napa, CA
I heard about Giovanni through my best friend, who had Giovanni play at HIS wedding. For that reason, we thought - fabulous - we'll take him! My friend's wedding was much bigger, 175 people, and Giovanni was wonderful there. Our wedding was teeny in comparison (25 people), and outdoors, and Giovanni was wonderful at both. So professional, so helpful, and so patient. As anyone who is planning a wedding can attest, there are a lot details to attend to. Giovanni was extremely accommodating and easy to work with. I heartily recommend him as a musician, professional, and human being!
Jen Hope & Todd Snyder
Napa, CA
Review by Leeanna C.
Wedding Reception•Reviewed on August 19, 2013•From Elk Grove, CA
Giovanni was the perfect musician for the wedding we hosted at our home for 110 people. It was a backyard, poolside, candlelight ceremony and his music was the perfect, peaceful, lovely background music throughout the reception prior to the ceremony, during and after. We enjoyed having him here and would recommend him for sure!
Review by Jodi P.
Wedding Reception•Reviewed on July 2, 2012•From Walnut Creek, CA
I can't even begin to express how happy we were to have Giovanni play at our wedding. He provided the perfect music for our entire night...from the ceremony and cocktail hour, thru dinner and even got our guests on the dance floor. Our site did not allow amplified music and Giovanni spoke with the site rep and was able to get permission to use it! How amazing is that. His instrumental music as well as One Man Band provided great entertainment, we got many compliments from our guests.
Thank you so much Giovanni!
Review by Andrea J.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on September 8, 2012•From Santa Rosa, CA
Giovanni made our wedding so unique and wonderful. He was perfect. Perfect! His song selection list is extensive, he's very talented, and he was exactly what we wanted for our outdoor ceremony.
I can't say enough, he was amazing!
Review by Cheryl S.
Wedding•Reviewed on January 14, 2013•From Sonoma, CA
From booking on Gigmasters to saying goodnight at the end of our wedding, and every moment in between, Giovanni was professional, talented, and sensitive to our wishes. His solo guitar playing was the perfect complement to our intimate wedding. He learned some of our favorite songs for both the ceremony and the reception and transposed them well to acoustic guitar melodies. We would recommend him to anyone looking for a performer who is reliable, easy to work with, and flexible to your needs.
Review by Cassie O.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on July 30, 2012•From Sonoma, CA
Giovanni played acoustic guitar at our wedding two weeks ago and he was amazing. Everything sounded beautiful and we got complements on our ceremony music. Thank you Giovanni for being part of such an important day.
Review by Nicholle H.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on July 11, 2012•From Calistoga, CA
My favorite part of my (intimate) wedding was hearing Giovanni play. He played beautifully and so many people commented on how great he was. Giovanni was extremely professional, courteous, accomodating - a class act. My only regret is not hiring him to play longer. Thank you Giovanni!!
Review by Jason S.
Engagement Party•Reviewed on June 23, 2012•From Napa, CA
Giovanni was absolutely amazing!!! I proposed to my fiance in Napa and arranged for Giovanni to act like an employee of the winery and not only sing but take pictures when I proposed. My fiance was in tears and will never forget the proposal which would have never turned out as amazing as it did without Giovanni. If you are reading this review and wondering if you should have Giovanni play for your event, do it!! He's the best and you will be glad you chose him!
Review by Mary Jane F.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on July 17, 2012•From Los Altos, CA
Giovanni was great. He communicated with us before the event, was very prompt and is a great entertainer. He has a variety of songs, picks up on the mood of the party and has a sense of what to play and when to play it.
We would highly recommend Giovanni to anybody looking for a quality guitarist.
Review by Mark E.
Wine Tasting Party•Reviewed on September 4, 2012•From Brentwood, CA
As always...Giovanni is a "House" favorite. Guests love him and he has the perfect touch to set our mood.
Review by Mark E.
Wine Tasting Party•Reviewed on June 1, 2012•From Brentwood, CA
Giovanni receives more positive feedback from our guests than ANY other performer.
