Private Event Band & Live Music in California | Candela!

Candela! provides live music and full entertainment for private events, corporate parties, birthdays, and celebrations across Los Angeles, San Diego, Palm Springs, San Francisco, San Jose, Bay Area, Napa, Joshua Tree, Las Vegas & Arizona. From cocktail hour to dance floor, we create unforgettable events.

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A live band performing on stage at an indoor event, with a woman singer and musicians playing instruments, in a decorated banquet hall with chandeliers, large screen, and guests seated at tables.
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California’s Premier Private Event Band & Entertainment

Make your private event or celebration unforgettable with Candela!. From intimate cocktail parties to large corporate events, we provide live music, DJs, and full-service entertainment across California and beyond.

Whether your event is in Los Angeles, San Diego, Palm Springs, San Francisco, San Jose, Bay Area, Napa Valley, Joshua Tree, Las Vegas, or Arizona, we deliver high-quality, professional entertainment that keeps guests talking long after the party ends.

Ceremony or Formal Event Music (Optional for Private Events)

Set the tone for formal gatherings, award ceremonies, or milestone celebrations:

  • Solo Pianist or Harpist – Elegant and sophisticated for ceremonies or cocktail receptions

  • Acoustic Singer-Guitarist Duo – Perfect for intimate celebrations or award nights

  • Small Band Ensemble – Adds warmth and richness to speeches, presentations, or gala dinners

💡 Pro Tip: Live music during the start of your event sets the mood and impresses guests immediately. Many clients combine ceremony-style performances with cocktail hour sets for a seamless experience.

Cocktail Hour & Pre-Event Entertainment

Keep your guests entertained while they mingle or enjoy appetizers:

  • Jazz Trio or Quartet – Sophisticated background music for networking or socializing

  • Solo Pianist or Harpist – Elegant and intimate for upscale events

  • Singer-Guitarist or Acoustic Duo – Relaxed, warm atmosphere for casual or themed events

💡 Pro Tip: Booking live cocktail hour music bridges formal moments and the main event, keeping energy smooth and engaging.

Dinner & Reception Entertainment

Elevate the atmosphere during dinner, speeches, or gala events:

  • Full Private Event Band – High-quality live music tailored to your audience and event style

  • Smooth Jazz or Background Pianist – Creates a classy, refined environment during dining

  • Hybrid Band + DJ Package – Keeps energy consistent throughout the evening, transitions from dinner to party seamlessly

💡 Pro Tip: Many corporate clients love the full band + DJ hybrid package — music flows naturally from dinner to dance floor, keeping guests engaged all night.

Dance Floor & Celebration

Turn your private party or corporate gala into an unforgettable celebration:

  • Full Event Band – High-energy hits for all demographics

  • DJ Services – Non-stop music before, between, and after live sets

  • Hybrid Band + DJ – Best of both worlds: live performance energy + DJ coverage for breaks

🎤 Why Choose the Full Band?
Our full band experience is ideal for parties, corporate celebrations, birthdays, and fundraisers — creating a concert-quality event with interactive performance and energy your guests will remember.

Serving California & Destination Events

We perform at private events across:

  • Los Angeles & Orange County – Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Hollywood, Pasadena, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach

  • San Diego – Downtown, La Jolla, Coronado, luxury venues and resorts

  • Santa Barbara, Palm Springs & Joshua Tree – Beach resorts, desert estates, bohemian venues

  • Napa Valley, Sonoma & San Francisco Bay Area, San Jose – Winery events, estate parties, gala dinners

  • Las Vegas & Arizona – Ballrooms, desert resorts, Scottsdale, Sedona

  • Destination Events – Nationwide & international celebrations

💡 Pro Tip: We specialize in destination private events. From Palm Springs desert celebrations to Las Vegas gala parties, we manage logistics to ensure world-class live entertainment wherever your event is held.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I book Candela! for just part of my private event?
Yes — you can hire musicians for cocktail hour, dinner, or the dance floor individually, or book a full-service package for the entire evening.

Q: What types of private events do you perform?
We perform corporate events, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, galas, charity fundraisers, and social parties of all sizes.

Q: Do you travel for private events?
Yes — we travel across California, nationwide, and internationally.

Q: Can I customize the band size or instrumentation?
Absolutely — from solo pianists and harpists to full 12-piece bands with horns and vocalists.

Q: Do you offer packages that include DJ services?
Yes — our hybrid band + DJ package is perfect for parties that require non-stop music and energy.

Book Candela! for Your Private Event

Make your corporate event, birthday, or celebration an unforgettable experience.
📅 Contact us today to check availability, discuss your event style, and request a custom quote.