Joel Nelson Productions: Bay Area Event Planning, DJs and Live Music

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Papa Doo Run Run

Formed in 1965, the now legendary California band, PAPA DOO RUN RUN, quickly discovered their forte - they sounded like the Beach Boys...

pickPocket Ensemble

The PickPocket Ensemble has been making it's brand of original acoustic music since 1998...

Superdiamond

When your parents popped in a Neil Diamond tape on repeat during long interstate road trips, you reluctantly sang along...

Tainted Love

With their highly stylized, nonstop 80's show, Tainted Love offer a refreshing change from the usual party bands and can bring all of the energy and excitement of their live show to your private party...

The Alameda All Stars

The Alameda All Stars have been performing throughout the Bay Area and beyond for 25 years. During their illustrious history the All Stars have kept up a high level of musicianship along with a very professional approach to entertaining audiences...

The Harmonics

Paul Snagg was born in Grenada. Paul grew up listening to a band practice from his house and eventually was drawn like a magnet to the 'pan yard' where his passion was born...

The Hitmen

The Hitmen have been delivering high energy dance music for audiences up and down the West Coast performing for festivals, fairs, concerts, nightclubs, corporate events, and private functions over 14 years...

Brassworks

The Brassworks Quintet, Brassworks Band and Gabriel's Trumpets, led by Frank Beau Davis, are three of the San Francisco Bay Area's finest professional musical ensembles...

Golden Gate Strings

Performance, price and professionalism: three things to look for when choosing live music for your event...

Starlite Strings

Whether you dream of a picturesque formation of violins cascading down a grand staircase for cocktail reception and dinner, or the romantic charm of violins serenading guests at a garden wedding, we have the experience and resources to tailor a unique musical experience as you envision it... Let Starlite Strings fulfill your dream of featuring beautiful music for your corporate party or other special celebration.