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Garuda Blue is the fresh, premier, and authentic jazz band of the San Francisco Bay Area. The band is known for its high quality and original arrangements of jazz classics as well as party music. Composed of some of the finest young up-and-coming jazz musicians in the Bay Area, Garuda Blue brings professionalism, high-quality musicianship, and sophistication to any event. The band's distinctive characteristic is its unparalleled camaraderie between the bandmates, which has developed from constantly performing as a unit. Garuda Blue is sure to bring good vibes and positive energy to keep the party going all night long.

Services Offered

Garuda Blue offers their band services for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and cocktail hours, as well as for rehearsal dinners. The band specializes in original arrangements of jazz standards, as well as soul, funk, R&B, and top 40s music. In addition, the band provides the following services and equipment:

  • Instrumentals
  • Liability insurance
  • MC
  • Music during breaks
  • Vocals
  • Willing to travel
  • Microphones
  • Sound/PA system

What you'll love about Garuda Blue

These talented musicians pride themselves on their clear and frequent communication. With a versatile repertoire of music, they are sure to have the songs that fit your vision for the day. Check out their reviews to see what other couples enjoyed about this group!

  • Asian-owned

Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

What is the price of your popular wedding package?

$6,000

Which of the following are included in the package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

4 - 6

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Acoustic
Big Band
Blues
Classical
Dance
Funk
Hip Hop
Jazz
Motown
Pop
R&B / Soul
Swing

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Microphones
Sound/PA System
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Any other questions?

Reviews of Garuda Blue

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Garuda Blue is highly praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional performance and professionalism at weddings. The band's versatility, talent, and communication skills have left couples and guests thoroughly impressed. They are noted for creating a memorable and enjoyable experience with their music that spans across genres, from jazz to top 40 hits, and for their ability to adapt to various requests and settings. Reviewers highly recommend Garuda Blue for any wedding or event seeking high-quality live music and entertainment.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Garuda Blue is highly praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional performance and professionalism at weddings. The band's versatility, talent, and communication skills have left couples and guests thoroughly impressed. They are noted for creating a memorable and enjoyable experience with their music that spans across genres, from jazz to top 40 hits, and for their ability to adapt to various requests and settings. Reviewers highly recommend Garuda Blue for any wedding or event seeking high-quality live music and entertainment.

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Samuel S. Sent on 12/21/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Just WOW!!

Garuda Blue was the absolute BEST band we could have asked for. These guys are professional jazz musicians that happen to do weddings and not the cookie cutter wedding bands that happen to do some jazz. Their communication leading up to the wedding was prompt, professional, and concise, which put us at ease throughout the entire planning process. On the day of, their performance was nothing short of exceptional - they played incredible jazz solos and during the dance party they got everyone dancing to top 40 hits. As top-tier jazz musicians with their own original arrangements, they truly elevated our wedding reception and made it a night to remember. We highly recommend Garuda Blue to any couple looking for the best in live music and entertainment for their special day.
Valerie
Valerie Sent on 10/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best jazz wedding band in bay!

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Garuda Blue for our wedding, and they were simply outstanding from start to finish. Their versatility, professionalism, and responsiveness made the entire process so smooth and stress-free. They learned three special song requests for us, and I had the honor of singing with them. The instrumental versions they played were nearly identical to the originals, making it easy for me to follow along and enjoy the performance.

During the rehearsals, all the band members were so easy to get along with. They patiently guided me to fit into their instrumentals, and even the rehearsal footage itself was so nice to watch afterward. Their proficiency and expertise really shone through—they were able to effortlessly play songs from various genres and even modulate to different keys to accommodate my vocal range.

Communication with them was effortless—they provided all the detailed information I needed and really helped calm my nerves. The rehearsals gave me so much reassurance and confidence for the big day.

On the day of the wedding, they arrived early to set everything up, and the show they put on was nothing short of magnificent. Their soft, romantic jazz during dinner set the perfect mood. Later, during the party dance time, their hit pop songs were vibing so much that even the shyest guests hopped onto the dance floor! The entire crowd was energized, and we all had an unforgettable time.

If you’re looking for a band that goes above and beyond to deliver a perfect, unforgettable performance, I cannot recommend Garuda Blue highly enough!
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Sophie Sent on 09/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Band!!

Garuda Blue is fantastic!! We hired them for our wedding and they didn’t disappoint! Everyone was dancing and having a wonderful time. All of the guys were very nice and excited with all of our excitement in having them. My husband and I are big music people and love live concerts. It felt like having VIP tickets to a show! Not only was the music wonderful but they were very communicative through the whole process. Truly wonderful people who are very talented. Thank you Garuda Blue for being a part of our special day! We are so grateful.
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