Anniversary Party•Reviewed on May 18, 2018•From Irvine, CA
Sam and his bandmates put on a show to remember for the 20th anniversary dinner I threw for my wife earlier this week (May 16, 2018). The music was excellent, the band was highly professional, and their jazz and swing made it a night for all time. Would give them 6 stars if I could. If you're on the fence about jazz bands, check out their videos -- they definitely live up to them in person.
Review by Chelsea T.
Corporate Function•Reviewed on February 21, 2017•From Los Angeles, CA
The Sam Graham Trio was amazing! I am a coordinator and booked them for one of my clients who was holding a large corporate dinner party. The owner of the company (who is a very big Jazz fan) was so impressed he jumped on the mic to thank them and have them introduce themselves to the guests. I highly recommend them and will absolutely be using them again the next time I have a live jazz request!
Review by Lidia H.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on December 6, 2017•From Venice, CA
Sam and the guys were amazing! They were prompt, professional, and very easy to communicate over email, prior to the event. The music was perfect and so much fun for my 1920's themed party. Everyone complimented me the band!
Thank you for everything!
Will definitely keep you in mind for any future events!
Review by Nicole F.
Corporate Function•Reviewed on July 24, 2016•From Costa Mesa, CA
Extremely professional and talented, the Sam Graham Trio was the perfect addition to our corporate event. Their sets were interesting and entertaining, but we were also able to conduct business conversations during the event. Their style and skills were impressive, and completely appropriate. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a cool Jazz Trio!
Review by Edward L.
Mardi Gras Party•Reviewed on February 24, 2014•From Newport Beach, CA
The Sam Graham trio played at our Mardi Gras party, and they were great! First of all, they arrived promptly, and were long set up and ready to go by the time the party started. And once they got going, they really set the mood. They're excellent musicians, and I just loved their song list. Also, Sam was good enough to offer me use of his PA system for some announcements I made at the party. It was just so easy and pleasant doing business with such professionals. I would definitely recommend them for anyone looking for a cool combo for their party.
Review by Janine P.
Wedding•Reviewed on October 10, 2017•From Monterey Park, CA
The Sam Graham Trio was my first choice to play at our Wedding. I have used them for special events at work and love the fact that they play an array of music styles. I have never heard a band go so seamlessly from Frank Sinatra to Nirvana! Sam Graham Trio was professional, accommodating, and easy to work with. We received compliments from our guests all night on how much they liked the band.
Review by Linda G.
Graduation Party•Reviewed on June 20, 2018•From Orange, CA
I booked the Sam Graham Trio for my graduation party and I am VERY happy I did. These gentlemen were extremely talented and very professional. They made my special occasion extra special. I would absolutely book them again and I highly recommend them for any special occasion. You won’t regret it. I cannot thank them enough.
Review by Daniel A.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on May 9, 2016•From Apple Valley, CA
What a great professional band. The music was spot on and every age group could relate. He music was the type if you were engaged in other activities you could focus but also you were drawn into their music facinated with the crisp sound of of the classic instruments. They are relaxed and become part of the celebration. Highly recommend
Dan and Kristin Apple valley ca
Review by Jake B.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on November 20, 2017•From Anaheim, CA
In a word, sophistication! Sam, John and Rich we're amazing. From their punctuality to their interaction with our party guests and above all their professional musicianship I could not have been more pleased. If you are looking for a band that will give elegance and style to your ambiance then look no further than the Sam Graham Trio. Thank you, gentlemen.
Review by Jean C.
Wedding Reception•Reviewed on December 2, 2009•From Los Angeles, CA
I wish I had more room to describe how WONDERFUL Sam Graham Trio were. They played for our wedding reception and they were very professional, VERY prompt [response & attendance], very flexible, offered variety, & just talented musicians. 'Twas a perfect mix of popular jazz songs, sprinkled in with a mix of their own great pieces! Their music was refreshing, not old, and they're quite a pleasant bunch! I think the most positive feedback I got of our whole wedding from all our friends and family alike, were of Sam Graham Trio! [not even an exaggeration]
Review by Deanne S.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 29, 2016•From Huntington Beach, CA
Multi-talented, performed music from multitude of genres, accommodating and took requests, professional and friendly. Most importantly, the sound was awesome and exactly what I was looking for to celebrate my husband's birthday. Many of my guests requested their business cards. I would not hesitate to use them again !!!
Review by Evelyn C.
Wedding•Reviewed on September 14, 2013•From Burbank, CA
Before the wedding, my fiance and I was debating whether to have DJ music or live band. I am really glad that we decided on a Jazz band and hired Sam Graham Trio.
Sam is absolutely professional. He took his personal time on week day nights and weekends to go over my timeline and song choices with me, and made sure he understood all the details and my special requests. On the wedding day Sam's team showed up on time and did everything I expected him to except one thing - His performance way exceeded my expectation! Every guest, age 20-60, left the wedding impressed by Sam's wonderful performance.
Thank you Sam for making my wedding an unforgettable day.
Review by Summre G.
Wedding Cocktail Hour•Reviewed on August 23, 2010•From Santa Monica, CA
The Sam Graham Trio did an excellent job at our event. We literally could not say enough positive words about their performance. We received so many compliments about them, and many people in our families are musicians themselves. Everyone was very impressed. During the dinner especially, everyone commented about not only how great they sounded, but how the volume was at an appropriate volume and people did not have to shout to be heard as has happened at many other weddings we've attended. Sam Graham is a very nice and accommodating guy and a very talented musician.
Review by Valerie E.
Private Party•Reviewed on October 6, 2009•From West Hills, CA
Sam Graham's Trio played three hours of swinging and soulful 'jazz for moderns', and my guests loved every minute of it. One said, "How great is this? We've got our own private jazz concert!" Sam's arrangements are creative and artful, conveying the richness and complexity of the songs while delivering a distinctively sophisticated, smooth and delicious musical sound. The players are top-caliber musicians, displaying expert-level technique and tasteful musical interpretation, delivering music that filled my party with joie de vivre. I recommend them without reservation as some of the best soulful jazz in Los Angeles.
Review by Tiffany E.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on April 17, 2017•From Burbank, CA
They were just what we needed at our party. Guests really enjoyed them! They were professional, had great communication and prices. I would recommend them for any event!
Review by Linda A.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on June 30, 2015•From Ventura, CA
Awesome Talented Trio! Excellent demeanor and professionalism and were very kind to the children. All in attendance truly enjoyed them. Best of all neighbors not invited overheard the music with no complaints but rather compliments and kind words. Darlene & Linda Ventura California
Review by Diane A.
Wedding Cocktail Hour•Reviewed on October 7, 2012•From Los Angeles, CA
I hired Sam Graham's Trio for my son's wedding at Trump National and he was fabulous! Sam accommodated all of my changes and requests for the event and was so nice to work with. His professionalism really showed, and he and his associates are first class in every respect. The music was great, right volume and the right type for cocktail and dinner hour and they even added vocals- and learned our requested special songs.. When Sam played and sang Everything by Michael Buble, everyone danced and commented how wonderful it was. I cannot express my thanks and appreciation adequately in this note but i can tell you that you would never go wrong hiring Sam Graham Trio!!
Review by Robert S.
Celebration•Reviewed on June 24, 2013•From Tujunga, CA
Fantastic! Polite, professional and amazing musicians! We had the acoustic duo and they were great! They set a nice mood and really added to the event. Their setup was easy and painless and they arrived on time! I was really busy most of the evening but they were so low maintenance and independent and professional it was just great! These guys are as professional as it gets! In between sets we had an iPod hooked up to our own separate speakers so it was a nice combination for the venue. Rock on!
Review by Clay M.
Valentine's Day Party•Reviewed on February 15, 2011•From Bishop, CA
Class Act!If you are in the market for a jazz act then look no further. They were on time, courteous, and professional. Their repertoire was eclectic and entertaining. They were well received by the diverse crowd at the restaurant were booked them for and made the over all feel of our event very elegant. Thanks Sam, you guys ruled!
Clay Murray
DC Productions
Review by Stacey S.
Private Party•Reviewed on September 14, 2012•From San Diego, CA
Sam and the guys were great. No, amazing. Sam's trio were smooth, classy, and sophisticated yet totally accessible. I had a Blue Moon Party so naturally I wanted the Blue Moon themed songs and Sam made sure to include them in the song list. To give us even an extra sound, one of the musicians (Mark) alternated playing keyboard and bass - now that's impressive! Folks are still raving about the band - totally the highlight of the party!
Review by Jessie K.
Holiday Party•Reviewed on December 10, 2012•From Los Angeles, CA
Sam Graham and his trio were a wonderful addition to our holiday party. We have never had live music before at this event, and Sam and his team played both during the cocktail hour and dinner (a total of 3 hours). Everyone agreed that they were the perfect choice and really added a lot to the evening. From jazz standards, to jazz renditions of popular songs to Christmas tunes, they covered it all. I will definitely use this group again.
Review by Jamie S.
Wedding Cocktail Hour•Reviewed on May 18, 2010•From Los Angeles, CA
My guests loved Sam and his group, he was such a pleasure to work with from the moment we booked him. My only regret is that I couldn't spend more time listening to him and his group. He did wait for me to arrive and pay attention before he played my special song request, "Seven Nation Army" by White Stripes. All of my friends were floored when they started playing that and Nirvana. Several of them came up to me to ask for their card. Thank you Sam Graham Trio!
Review by Kelsey S.
Corporate Function•Reviewed on January 20, 2011•From Valencia, CA
We hired the Sam Graham Trio for a corporate event. Many people complimented us on the music throughout the entire night (which is a big deal seeing as many people at the company are musicians themselves). Even with little direction the group was able to select the perfect mix of music and helped make the night a huge success!
Review by Nicole D.
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 26, 2010•From Pasadena, CA
The trio was such a friendly, nice, talented group of guys, I wish they could have hung out for the party as guests! Everyone enjoyed their music and they set the perfect tone for the event. I would definitely recommend them -- excellent communication, reasonable price, very professional, no drama and extremely accomodating. Thanks! :)
Review by Howard C.
Wedding Cocktail Hour•Reviewed on September 20, 2010•From Santa Monica, CA
Sam and his group were total professionals and talented musicians. I was so grateful to Sam (and to Gigmasters) for providing music that was tasteful and well played for our wedding party of about a hundred people. His communication beforehand was excellent. The group set up efficiently and on time with no fuss. And most important they are real musicians and obviously love to play. Before finding Sam I never thought I would be able to locate or afford this quality of musicianship and I am very grateful. Highly recommend.
