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Music by Desi, based in Carlsbad, California, provides island-influenced musical entertainment in an authentic Hawaiian style. Originally from Oahu, Hawaii, Desi Relator is one of the top island-style musicians on the West Coast, providing music that is both fresh and reminiscent of old Hawaii in a fun and professional manner. As a musician of over 20 years, Desi is an experienced and well-organized performer whose laid-back personality allows him to blend into any event space.

Experience

Desi Relator entered the world of music at a young age, with his mother teaching him to play guitar and ukulele as a young child. Soon after, he became the protégé of renowned ukulele teacher, Roy Sakuma. As he grew older, his performance skills improved, and eventually he brought his talents to Hawaiian bands throughout the Los Angeles area. Since 2013, when he produced his first CD, he has been working full-time in the music industry, bringing his rich voice and melodic guitar stylings to a wide variety of events. Desi is bound to captivate your wedding party with his melodic, island-style music

Services Offered

Music by Desi offers fun, high-quality performances in a variety of genres, with Desi being skilled not only in island music, but also in Latin, Motown, country, surfer, rock, and pop music. Desi offers couples a number of additional services including:

  • Ceremony music
  • Reception music
  • Cocktail hour music
  • Rehearsal dinner music
  • Music during breaks
  • Sample music
  • Sound/PA system
  • Willingness to learn new songs
  • Pacific Islander-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for wedding ceremony music?

$800

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$1,125

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Music
Sound/PA System

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
Soloist / Vocalist

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6

What instruments does your group play?

Guitar

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Instrumentals
Learn New Songs
Liability Insurance
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Vocals
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David R. Sent on 06/05/2023
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Everything about our arrangement with Desi was very good.

Desi and his team were responsive and available for questions etc. his performance was excellent. We would have him again.
Brenda
Brenda G. Sent on 05/25/2023
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Traditional hawaiian music

Tropical bday party/luau . Excellent vendor, wonderful music. I would hire him again
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Wendy Sent on 04/25/2023
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Desi is "DA BOMB!"

I heard Desi playing years ago and literally searched him out when I wanted someone to perform for our daughter's rehearsal dinner. We were NOT disappointed. He's so good that most people at the party didn't realize Desi was playing live. They thought he was a recording. And most of the guests were from Hawaii! From his communication up to the event, to his punctuality, to his friendliness, and his professionalism - A+++++++!!!
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