2026-09-08T05:35:07.145Z

DARRICK WAS AMAZING I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM HE WAS EXCEPTIONAL, PROFESSIONAL,GREAT VIB, AND HAD EVERYONE DANCING.

2026-08-22T20:40:48.099Z

Derrick did an incredible job and the performance added such a fun and elegant touch to the evening. Our guests truly enjoyed the music and we received so many compliments.

2026-08-05T06:31:32.875Z

We just wanted to give a big shout-out and thank you to Derek from Dare to Love Music!From the very beginning, we knew we wanted to have a flute player at our wedding, but we weren't exactly sure how to make it all come together. We explored several different themes before eventually settling on a more traditional style, and Derek was completely on board with whatever vision we had. He was incredibly helpful during the planning process, offering great suggestions and helping us think through details we hadn't even considered.Throughout the entire process, Derek was very responsive to our emails and phone calls, making everything easy and stress-free.On the day of our wedding, Derek arranged for another talented flute player to perform, and it worked out beautifully. He was professional, punctual, sounded amazing, and added such an elegant touch to our ceremony. We couldn't have been happier with how everything turned out.Mahalo!

2026-07-21T02:29:05.883Z

We hired someone from Derrick’s team for our reception cocktail hour & it was absolutely amazing! Derrick was thoroughly professional the entire time & talked through all relevant details beforehand. He communicated super well before and after the event, there were no hiccups with set up, and things went swimmingly! If you’re looking for a saxophonist, look no further!

2026-06-09T23:56:06.030Z

We hired Derrick with Dare To Love Music Saxophone Player⁠ for my daughter’s wedding, and he was absolutely fantastic.From the very beginning, Derrick was extremely easy to work with. His communication was prompt and professional, he was always quick to respond to questions, and he arrived early and fully prepared. Throughout the entire process, he was kind, personable, and a pleasure to work with.His saxophone performance was outstanding and added such a special touch to the wedding. He did an excellent job engaging with our guests and creating a wonderful atmosphere. One thing we especially appreciated was that he moved throughout the venue, allowing guests in different areas to enjoy his music rather than staying in just one location.Derrick’s talent, professionalism, and warm personality made him a wonderful addition to our celebration. We received many compliments from our guests, and we would highly recommend him for any wedding or special event. Thank you, Derrick, for helping make our daughter’s wedding so memorable!

2026-06-08T02:08:05.797Z

This band is great. Very enjoyable!!

2026-06-03T02:57:19.480Z

Had an amazing experience! Derrick really brought the energy with his saxophone and music. Our guests really enjoyed the experience.

2026-05-01T04:19:25.339Z

Derrick was incredible!!! The sweetest human being who also did an amazing job and kept the vibes high all night. He’s a talented DJ and saxophonist - make sure you book him for both. It’s a ‘wow’ moment we are still getting compliments on!

2026-04-10T14:53:36.141Z

Dare to Love Music was excellent at our last-minute birthday party booking in Santa Barbara. Derrick, Lovisa, and the band were talented, professional, and engaging. I highly recommend them—they interacted well with guests, played popular songs, and made correspondence easy. A true 5-star experience. 100% would recommend.

2026-03-28T01:54:06.941Z

Thanks Derrick and Lovisa and of course the very talented drummer for hyping up the crowd for our backyard engagement party 🎷🎤🎶

2026-03-15T19:53:44.338Z

We had the pleasure of working together with Dare To Love Music for a very special fundraiser event, and it was truly such a wonderful experience. Working with Lovisa and Derek was not only seamless but also incredibly fun as we planned the music and overall flow for the evening.They are both genuinely kind-hearted people who care deeply about creating meaningful and memorable experiences for guests. Their passion for music shines through in everything they do, and the energy they bring truly elevates the atmosphere of an event.If you’re looking for a dynamic duo that pours their heart into every performance, Lovisa and Derek are the perfect choice. We highly recommend Dare To Love Music for any wedding or special event.Thank you for being part of such a meaningful evening—we look forward to working together again in the future!

2026-03-04T06:01:23.295Z

As a wedding planner, it’s always a joy working with Dare to Love Music. They are a talented and professional music duo who bring such a warm, beautiful energy to weddings. They are easy to communicate with, organized, and very mindful of the flow of the day. Their music creates such a special atmosphere for ceremonies, cocktail hours, or receptions, and couples and guests always comment on how lovely the performance is. They work seamlessly with the vendor team and truly care about making the couple’s day feel memorable and personal. I always look forward to working with them.

2026-02-11T22:00:37.481Z

Derrick was a gem to work with! His DJ set along with his sax playing was an incredible combo for our event. He was the utmost professional before, during and after. Would totally work with “Dare To Love Music” again. Highly recommend!! A++

2026-01-26T21:45:56.172Z

We couldn’t have asked for better music for our daughter’s engagement party. They kept the energy flowing all night, and Derek playing piano at the beginning while guests were arriving was such a beautiful touch. His saxophone serenades throughout the evening were unforgettable, and Lovisa has an absolutely stunning voice. Our guests are still complementing them to this day. Professional, talented, and a joy to have at our event—we’ll definitely be using them again for the wedding ❤️

2026-01-20T05:17:44.906Z

Derrick was really professional. We made a lot of requests for him to play on the piano, and he played each song beautifully. Would highly recommend him!

2026-01-18T19:50:46.965Z

Lovisa and Derek were amazing! They performed at my engagement party and did not disappoint! They were very friendly and so easy to work with. I would definitely recommend hiring them if you want amazing music and great vibes at your event!

2025-12-18T19:56:39.701Z

Dare to Love – Outstanding ExperienceIt was truly a pleasure working with Dare to Love, Derek, his wife, and their entire team. They were incredibly professional, warm, and engaging from start to finish.We had the honor of working together at our December 13 Inland Respite event, a celebration dedicated to children with autism and special needs and their families. The way Dare to Love interacted with the children and families was absolutely amazing. Their genuine care, patience, and joy went far beyond expectations and created such a beautiful, meaningful experience for everyone involved.Their energy, professionalism, and heartfelt engagement truly stood out and made a lasting impression—not only on the families, but also on our leadership team. The event was filled with smiles, connection, and bliss, and Dare to Love played a huge role in making that happen.We highly recommend Dare to Love and look forward to working with them again in the future. They are an absolute joy to partner with!

2025-12-18T19:37:40.525Z

easy to work with and great music

2025-12-13T06:56:35.984Z

The whole Dare to Love team was incredibly talented and looking back, the vendor with the most value of all that we hired to produce our wedding. They were a last minute decision but we couldn’t be more thrilled about signing them, and anyone considering mood enhancement for their wedding should put Dare to Love on top of their list. The Violinist for the processional set the mood, and Lovisa our vocalist was the best addition to our cocktail hours. Derrick The Saxophonist played impressively with the DJ set and was a favorite on the dance floor. Multiple friends asked how they can hire them if/when they get married. 10/10 would definitely recommend.

2025-12-05T19:58:58.426Z

Dare To Love are a powerhouse couple! I have seen Dare To Love perform at different weddings and private events around Los Angeles. Lovisa has a beautiful voice and is always engaging with the guests. Derrick is such a fun dude lighting up the room, whether he's playing 2 saxophones at once or doing the worm in the middle of the dance floor! Both are extremely talented musicians and I feel like their love for each other is something special that radiates into all their performances and is hard to find. Derrick and Lovisa are amazing humans beings and it was a pleasure meeting them!

2025-12-05T19:27:19.152Z

Derrick was the highlight at this fabulous holiday party I attended. His music instantly elevated the atmosphere. We all loved his talent.

2025-11-11T00:46:12.616Z

We just worked with Derrick and his team for a special 50th birthday celebration and Derrick couldn't have made it easier from start to finish. The communication was stellar, musicians were incredible, and I will definitely be hiring them again!

2025-10-29T04:21:10.498Z

As a Wedding Coordinator, Date To Love Music was such an ease to work with! They showed clear dedication for the music and care for the client upon first discussion and were very dedicated to giving a great guest experience! Walking around the space and interacting with guests was so different and fun and brought a beautiful light to the event. They were so easy to communicate and collaborate with and showed a strong passion for the couple, the guests, and the whole vendor team!

2025-10-28T03:48:20.666Z

Amazing job by Derrick, he played at my wedding and I was blown away by his professionalism and his understanding and willing to work around a hectic schedule. Not only did he play the saxophone amazingly he brought multiply music supplies for my other musicians I had playing for the ceremony. If I could give higher than 5 stars I would. I definitely will reach out for future music gigs ! Thanks again Derrick !

2025-09-26T23:44:01.892Z

I am so happy that my husband and I decided to use Dare to Love Music w Derrick and his wife. Its been about a week since we got married and people are still talking about the dj. The saxophone was the BEST addition and their energy was AMAZING.It was easy to work with them and they were on top of my music preferences for the wedding. Im particular and it was a Jewish wedding. I didnt want certain songs and very much needed others.The hora with a sax is just the icing on the cake.Thank you!!!!(I havent gotten pics yet but will post when I do)

2025-09-25T20:14:52.665Z

I called Derrick late on September 22 needing a saxophone player. To play for my girlfriend‘s birthday on September 23. Derrick was not available, but he text me until about 1 o’clock in the morning and informed me that he will continue to look for some of his friends to see if he could accommodate me on the special day for my girlfriend. Derrick went out of his way and he found me Chris a friend of his and he came to my girlfriend’s birthday on 23rd and made it a wonderful event. He is the best he didn’t have to do what he did but he did, next time I need a Sax player I know who to call. He was very kind with this time. He is simply the best!!!

2025-07-01T05:27:33.342Z

Simply the best! Derrick and Lovisa (Dare to Love Music) performed at my daughter’s graduation party (June 2025 - Los Angeles, CA), and were loved by all! So engaging, fun, and extremely talented!I found them via gig salad — they worked with me every step of the way to ensure our event was perfect! Very professional and trustworthy.10 out of 10!

2025-06-08T18:40:22.643Z

They are just an amazing duo. They have a performance that engage everyone from the first sound, I love how their sound is so good, and the variaty of formats they can create together. You deserve professional musicians to have an unforgettable experience in your special day and they are the ideal duo for it.

2025-06-03T18:31:22.679Z

2025-05-30T14:14:33.953Z

Derrick & Lovisa are incredibly talented, flexible & work so well as a duo! They are everything you’d want for live music, would 100% recommend for any Wedding or Private event! It was an absolute pleasure seeing you guys perform :)