I saw Soul City a few times around town, including at Ryles in Cambridge, and was impressed:…read morepowerful and varied vocals and a great groove. Still, other bands can sometimes serve that up, too. What I think especially set them apart was their amazing horn section. We ended up hiring them to perform at our wedding a few years ago, and Pat (who books them and also plays a mean bass in the band) was very easy to work with. The band was professional and courteous, and totally brought the house down. So glad we chose to work with them.

Soul City Band played for a fundraising event for 350 people in Arlington on March 10th and I…read morecannot say enough good things about them. They played a great range of songs that kept the crowd of all ages entertained. There were still so many people on the dance floor at the end of the night and the energy and excitement from the band was contagious. We heard so many rave reviews the night of the event and have had people email us the last few days asking if we've asked them to come back next year! From an event planning point of view, I'm extremely grateful at how easy Soul City was to work with. Natalie returned emails the same day, was available to talk by phone if I had a problem, and did everything possible to make the event run super smoothly. I truly couldn't ask for a better experience. These musicians are the real deal. We recommend them without hesitation!

I am the founder of The Vocalist Studio International and I know Lauren Bateman personally, as a…read moremusician, as a business owner and as a voice coach. I have been to the LB Music School. This school has excellent facilities and qualified teachers. As for Lauren, she is flat out one of the best teachers I have ever met. Here command of vocal technique and understanding of how to teach students how to train voice and therefore, how to apply it to singing better is world class. She flat out is one of the most qualified voice teachers in the Boston region. Anyone that participates in this school is going to get a great experience.

My 8 year old son has been taking music lessons at LB for almost a year and I can't tell you how…read morehappy it has made him. Little background, my son has autism and adhd. To say he struggles is putting it mildly. He strives to be like his peers and do the things they do, but unfortunately some of his struggles just make that too difficult for him. We tried soccer and t-ball. Those just ended with him in tears feeling defeated. Music has always been something that interests and soothes him. So, we thought we'd give lessons(he likes to sing)a try if he was on board. Since our initial email the teachers and staff at LB have accepted my son with open arms. I can 100% guarantee the half hour he is in his lesson he is striving. He is happy and gets to express himself without being judged. He is included and pushed to shine. He gets to be himself and the rewards we get from that are priceless!

The Regent is a charming neighborhood theater that hosts a variety of shows. It's small but has…read morecomfortable seats and a balcony. The lobby is small and has a ticket window as well as concessions such as popcorn, tea, coffee and beer (which are all relatively affordable). The first floor has a bar at the back and there are bathrooms located around the halls and stairs. It's not decorated with moulding and gold leaf like some fancier venues but it's well loved by the owners and attendees.

I had never been here, but I frequently walk by and see what shows are playing. On my birthday,…read moreKpop played here! We saw Tribe, and it was a blast! What a great intimate venue. I would love it if more Kpop played here. The sound was great, and you felt close no matter where you sat. Will try to check out more in the future!

Morningside Music has been a great experience for me. Dan Fox and the whole crew do an excellent…read morejob supporting students.

I started taking lessons as an adult with Morningside. The instructor I was paired up with was…read moreexactly right for what I was looking for. It has been a good experience. And on the scheduling and payment end they have also been flexible and very nice to deal with.

Marcus Thompson, the artistic director is amazing for starters. The musicians are superb and…read moreconcerts stunning!!! I have had a subscription for years and would highly recommend them.

This is a fantanstic place to catch a bit of classical music…read more I attended a show right before the Holiday season. It was so delightful to hear the selection of pieces ranging from arrangements for flute, viola, cello to one for clarinet and the piano piece by Tchaikovsky was beautiful. The multitiered seating was a surprise for such a small building. I am really considering coming back for more shows later on in the season.

Frank Bonanno and Center Stage are an absolute pleasure to work with, have a killer sound that will…read moreget people dancing, and are just FUN. Frank is a consummate professional; from my first contact with him he was straightforward, flexible, and always reliable. He is also incredibly accommodating and easy to work with. He made me a great deal when I booked with him for my wedding ceremony in addition to the reception, and he and his band learned several new songs for my event (every one that I asked about). The experienced and talented musicians of Center Stage also know how to get the party started. One of my great fears for our wedding (a common one, I know) is that the dance floor would be empty and awkward. We've all seen it happen. My fears were entirely unfounded, as the dance floor was busy the ENTIRE night. The music was a fun mix that appealed to a wide audience, and the band did a fantastic job of reading the crowd. My new husband and I could not be happier that we booked with Frank and Center Stage, and the next time I need a band, he will definitely be my first call.

We just had Center Stage play our wedding 2 weeks ago... they were AMAZING!!! We listened to a lot…read moreof bands online before finding Center Stage and they had a sound that just popped. Not only are they extremely talented musicians, but they are extremely professional and easy going. Frank, the band leader, was just outstanding to work with. Our venue was a little tricky because they had to move locations a couple of times during the course of the event, but they did so seamlessly. They played a good mix of classic Motown, rock and pop songs and had everyone dancing all night. Essentially they were a huge treat for everyone. They were able to accommodate songs we wanted for our first dance and processional song and played a mean Hava Nagila (great job!!). Some of our guests were also musicians and they were more then happy to let them play with them- such a special gesture. All in all we were extremely satisfied with Center Stage. We had a blast with them and they really rocked out!!!

I hired Deborah and her colleague to play at my wedding at Boston University Marsh Chapel. They…read morewere such a great company to work with. They were easy to work with and extremely accommodating with my wedding music requests. The music was truly lovely in the chapel. I would recommend them any day as they are extremely talented musicians.

School of Rock is a must for any young person who loves Rock music and wants to perform. With…read moreprograms and lessons for young rockers at every level, and an incredibly supportive and knowledgeable faculty and staff, School of Rock Boston is an absolute gem.

My son has been a drum student at SOR for quite a few years now. He has loved it since he started…read morethere and still does! Great management, great teachers, great gigs. Always willing to accommodate. If I could give them 10 stars I would!!!!