Kent Arnsbarger - Steel Drums & Island Sounds Reviews

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Steel Drum Band from Chicago, IL
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Starting at $200 per event

69 Reviews for Kent Arnsbarger - Steel Drums & Island Sounds

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Review by Connie W.

Community Event•Reviewed on September 20, 2023•From Fort Wayne, IN

Kent is very professional, kind, and fun!

Review by Tyler J.

Community Event•Reviewed on September 18, 2023•From Coal City, IL

Kent is a kind and talented individual. He was easy to work with and was a great addition to our event. We look forward to working with him in the future.

Review by kelly w.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on September 13, 2022•From Cullom, IL

Kent Arnsbarger was so great at our party everybody loved his music I would highly recommend him !!!

Review by joann m.

Retirement Party•Reviewed on August 22, 2022•From Hinsdale, IL

Review by malora m.

Birthday Party (Kids)•Reviewed on October 14, 2018•From La Grange, IL

The most amazing steel drummer and what a great value. Beyond his great sounds he has the best most relaxed personality of anyone I think I’ve ever met. You can tell he loves kids and appreciates the specialness of the celebration and the moment. His set up is super slick and professional. We loved him and will use him again for all of our parties!

thank you so much Malora. You threw a wonderful party and gave me a cool place to perform!!! Best wishes to you all.

Review by Pat S.

Graduation Party•Reviewed on June 7, 2008•From Winfield, IL

Everyone loved Kent's performance. He was very accommodating and pleasant. He needs very little space to set up and couldn't have been easier to deal with. I would be happy to have him play again!

Review by Carla K.

Private Party•Reviewed on September 17, 2018•From Bethalto, IL

We couldn’t be happier with Kent! He is so talented and everyone at our party enjoyed the music! Several people said they felt like they were on vacation. Kent was so nice and easy to work with and we will definitely have him back again and again! Absolutely loved it! Thanks again, Kent!!!

Review by Kristine A.

Private Party•Reviewed on May 12, 2009•From Nashville, TN

Living in Nashville no one understood why I had to get a performer from IL, until they heard him play! He was a great performer and very personable. I would recommend him to anyone.

Review by Christmas M.

Luau Party•Reviewed on July 16, 2018•From Palos Heights, IL

Kent was Great. He provided the perfect atmosphere for our island backyard party. He was entertaining but not over powering. Music was perfect. We felt like we were in Jamaica. He was punctual and very accomadating. He took a small space with a big sound. If your trying to capture the feel of being on a tropical island then Kent is the man!! "No worries, and you'll be happy"

Review by Mary P.

Club Event•Reviewed on January 27, 2018•From Milwaukee, WI

Kent Arnsbarger's talent is very well represented on his website. Visit it. What you see and hear is exactly what you get. On top of that, he is very easy to deal with and accommodating to your event's needs. His communication is very prompt too. Hire him! You won't be disappointed.

Review by Kim S.

Corporate Function•Reviewed on August 16, 2008•From Carmel, IN

Kent played at our Customer Appreciation Day. He was wonderful. Our customers and guests just loved him. I was asked many times "Where did I find him?", "He's great!" We will now use Kent every year for Customer Appreciation Day. He's such a talent.

Review by molly t.

Private Party•Reviewed on February 5, 2018•From Chicago, IL

Kent was amazing. Highly recommend. Will use again.

Review by Seth W.

Corporate Function•Reviewed on December 20, 2011•From Chicago, IL

Kent was phenomenal! He arrived early and was ready to set-up right away. There was a point within the evening where he had to take down his equipment and re-set up on a different level at the Shedd and he was quick and professional about it. His music was calming and enjoyable and we received a lot of feedback from our guests that he was very talented and the tempo and volume of his music was a perfect fit for our event. Overall, Kent was a joy to work with. He was patient, kind and really seemed to just go with the flow; he was ready to accommodate to our needs.

Review by Nesa B.

Retirement Party•Reviewed on July 4, 2015•From Petersburg, IL

Amazing performance by Kent Arnsbarger! He was prompt in arrival and set-up. His music was outstanding and it was clear that he enjoyed performing! We received numerous compliments on the atmosphere created by the music! I will hire Kent again and highly recommend him to anyone interested in island music!

Review by Thadd L.

Graduation Party•Reviewed on June 17, 2009•From New Berlin, WI

excellent- personable fellow. everyone raved about the upbeat, "happy" feeling this steel drum music gave them as they arrived on a beautiful sunny afternoon. would hire him again in a heartbeart!!!!! thanks

Review by Paige P.

Graduation Party•Reviewed on July 20, 2015•From Warrenville, IL

Kent was a great performer and all my friends and family loved his music! When I closed my eyes I swear it felt like I was in Hawaii with his Caribbean music playing

Review by Sherry M.

Fundraiser•Reviewed on April 27, 2014•From Lake Forest, IL

Kent was just wonderful! He arrived on time, set up his equipment and was ever mindful of the volume, asking us several times if it was to our liking. Everyone LOVED his performance! How can one person make all that beautiful music! He really set the bar high...we all felt like we were in the Caribbean enjoying the music and food. I highly recommend Kent for any Caribbean themed party! He was perfect!

Review by jeffrey m.

Anniversary Party•Reviewed on September 27, 2015•From Batavia, IL

Kent was great and the hit of the party. He made the event festive and added a special flair to my parents 50th anniversary. Arrived early and was a pleasure to work with. I would highly highly recommend him for any event that wants a unique music talent. Thanks Kent!

Review by Mark P.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on July 11, 2010•From Saugatuck, MI

It is amazing the music he puts out as a soloist. He sounds like a band of 5 or more. I would recommend him without hesitation.

Review by Ginny M.

Family Reunion•Reviewed on July 11, 2016•From Barrington, IL

A real professional and a great guy! He was a total hit at our family reunion. We hated to see him leave! Next party, Kent, we will see you there!

Review by Renee M.

Wedding•Reviewed on July 26, 2008•From Port Clinton, OH

We had a GREAT experience with Kent. Good communication from the beginning and very willing to play the songs we asked for AND in the order we asked for them! Many of our guests complimented us on the choice of steel drum music. It made for a wonderful cocktail hour. We've been playing his CDs at our pool and making our own little tropical vacation. Thank you Kent!

Review by Gina W.

Holiday Party•Reviewed on December 18, 2017•From Elk Grove Village, IL

Ken was fabulous! He was easy to communicate/work with! He arrived early, professional, and courteous! I hired him for a company holiday party and we love his music performance! I highly recommend him and would definitely hire him again for future events!

Review by Kristen S.

Picnic•Reviewed on June 23, 2006•From Elkhart, IN

Kent was awesome! He even allowed one of our own percussionists to play along with him for a bit. Not only is Kent an incredible steel drummer, he's also very friendly and accommodating! I will recommend him to anyone hosting a party who needs lively entertainment!

Review by Lisa B.

Celebration•Reviewed on September 11, 2016•From West Chicago, IL

Kent was awesome! Played for two hours during the party, it was perfect! Love, love, love his music!

Review by Judy E.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on December 6, 2008•From Jenison, MI

We were very happy with Kent and his performance. He brought the tropics to our party and took our minds off the cold and snowy day. He was very easy to work with and clear with what was needed and what his expectations were. If we could have him for every party we held we would. I would strongly recommend him for your function whatever the theme.