A small sample of what others have said...
Reviews
FANS & CUSTOMERS:
2/16/24
"Thank you. You are wonderful."
- Ed B.
2/9/24
"I am so excited to have you guys..."
"Thanks for making the evening special!"
- Lindsey M.
12/13/23
"That sax dude is 'meannnn'!! Sooooo good!"
- Erin V.
"Mmhummm crazy huh. So damn good."
- Ivelia C.
12/11/23
"Your worth is a million. ...you're number ONE"
- Jerry R.
12/11/23
"Thank you so very much. You brought much love to the event. Your musicianship is stunning. ...Thank you again for your presence."
"...most memorable magical night. Thank you all for making it happen. The look, sound, & feel was soulful in a Latin-Jazz/ funk fusion genre. Many people complimented the band with its high-energy/EDM style! ...thank you Joseph for those great solos/lead lines inside those complex keys! ...A very successful evening...! Thank you again so very much!"
"Thank you Joseph. I’m very grateful for your musicianship."
- Freddy L.
11/17/23
"Wow!! No words for... last night!! Thank you for sharing your arte with us!! It is such a blessing... You are all estrellas and you shined so bright!! Everyone sounded and looked hot! Talk about the musicianship on that stage just wow! The manager said it was stronger than many that come through! But I also think it's the love, passion and sincerity each one of you have when you play each note that comes straight from the soul. Such a dream... Sending all the best vibrations... Much love."
- Celeste L.
10/22/23
"Sweetly done..."
- Russ N.
10/14/23
"I'll keep an eye out for your live events because I love your band's sound…!"
- Kathleen M.
9/27/23, 2/10/24
"Amazing sax/flute performance..."
"Sax-man cometh and blows. Nice job."
- James M.
9/3/23
"Joseph Luna was professional and has an amazing voice. The music was on point and entertaining. My party was a success !!! Thank you."
- Patricia
9/2/23
"Que ritmo"
- J M
8/19/23
"Talented and professional"
"Joseph played for my dad's funeral and it was better than I expected. He is a talented performer. He played the songs we requested plus more to suit the mood. He was very responsive and was flexible when we changed the date. I highly recommend!"
"Thanks so much that was wonderful."
- Sierra M.
7/29/23
"Great, thank you so much. ...awesome!"
"Great... Everything sounds perfect. ...Thank you so much!!"
- Katie F.
7/7/23
"Amazing"
- Yuto T.
5/18/23
"THANK YOU SO MUCH. [It] TURNED OUT [to be] WHAT I WANTED. Great work. Every one Loved it. [It] Was Wonderful. Thank you AGAIN."
- Diana M.
4/26/23
"You're very talented. Thanks so much!"
- Meghan K.
4/15/23
"Awesome Job!"
"Thank you Joseph and his band! They played at my daughters roaring 20’s Quinceañera and everyone loved them! They were on time and the music sounded great and fit the theme. I would definitely partner with them again and highly recommend. Great job!"
- Jessica R.
3/30/23
"...thank you!"
Lauren C.
3/25/23
"Great choice. Good music for parties. Reliable, punctual and professional."
"We are excited... and thrilled... Grateful for your talent..."
"I just checked you out on You Tube and I think you will be perfect….. so perfect in fact that I would like to book you for more than just an hour."
- Jan M.
3/18/23
"...thanks again for the incredible show..., it was more meaningful than you will ever know"
"- thank you again for playing for our family... The memories and videos of that special set are extremely dear to everyone in our family. Thank you."
"Thanks Joseph!"
"thanks again!"
"Amazing thank you! "
"Thank you! "
- Casey F.
3/13/23
"Exceptional/ Professional"
"Joseph was exceptional to work with, extremely professional but most importantly he was a massive talent and saxophone player! I can’t thank him enough for making my big day so memorable, I will be using his services again!!"
"...thank you again for helping me out on my proposal once again!"
"Hi Joseph, you’re at the top of my list..."
- Michael B.
2/21/23
"Really enjoyed your music!!! ...upbeat, lively music..."
"Super!!!"
"Great music, all our guests... were very pleased, highly recommended!!!"
- Deanna A.
8/12/21
"Thanks… you are amazing."
-Robert C.
"Joseph! Wow, what an amazing video... !!!!"
- Christina R.
"Enjoyed it very much!"
- Jeff B.
"That sounds great... Wow" (Solo piano and vocals)
"...sounds great, thank you!"
- Bianca D.
"...wow I am impressed!!!" (Vocals)
- Ira L.
"Amazing!"
"The band was great, perfect for our 1920's themed 25th business anniversary!! Thanks!!"
"Awesome."
- Heather W.
"Awesome!!!!!"
- Beth Z.
"Best saxophone player"
"Joseph was amazing... He played saxophone for one hour for us so beautifully and his passion in his music showed through his work. I would highly recommend Joseph for anybody who needs ...music on any occasion."
- Hoang N.
"Great job... !! You came to play!!! That was cool!"
- Charlie M.
"Outstanding!"
"Professional band. . . Music played into the 20's/30's party perfectly. Open to a variety of songs and requests were welcomed. I would hire again."
- Dorothy R.
"Awesome band!"
"This jazz duo was awesome! Very professional and great performance!"
- Mallory J.
"everything turned out great, he came on time played the songs we requested and we enjoyed listening to the saxophone played by Joseph"
- Frank
"It was fun having you... ...you did a great job... sound and style... Very impressive. "
- Matt K.
"...the show went very well. Thanks again..."
- Joshua M.
"Great band - fun music."
"We loved the band! They showed up on time, were efficient & started playing right on the dot! We got lots and lots of compliments about them."
- Tina R.
"Nice tunes, Joseph. You sax as well as you drum!"
"Some real solid stuff there in your list. Quite impressive!"
- Rich S.
"...sets the ambiance and gets people dancing. ...love your music."
- Tom B.
"Amazing Experience"
"The Joseph Luna band did an amazing job at my dads surprise birthday party. They were extremely prompt, professional and amazing artists. Everyone at the party had an amazing time and I will definitely book them again in the future. Highly recommend them for all your event needs!"
"...sounds great!"
"Wow... sounds awesome ...Thank you so much!"
- Dana D.
"It was an absolute pleasure... and we cannot thank you enough for providing our attendees with the most perfect experience we could ask for! I cannot even begin to tell you how many people came up to us during and after the event to express how incredible you were and compliment us on our choice of musicians. It truly made a world of difference and we're beyond grateful for not only the amazing talent your band brought to our Gala but for your patience & willingness to go above and beyond what was originally agreed upon!"
"Again, thank you all so so much for everything!! We would love to have you again... Thank you!"
"Once again, I can’t thank you enough for all of your patience, flexibility, and making the evening truly spectacular!!"
"Thank you for your patience and phenomenal performance at our gala."
- Suzanna F.
"Talented professional, would book again!"
"Sax was wonderful for the event. Received lots of compliments from guests."
- Tammy A.
"Great!"
"Great event for a great price. Highly recommend. Made our anniversary very special and memorable, also was understanding with some last minute changes."
- Joshua G.
"...really like your music!"
- Janice H.
"Great Jazz Band."
"I hired Joseph Luna and his band for a Gatsby themed party in La Jolla, CA. Joseph and his guys are pros, they truly delivered. They were also kind enough to let our young niece perform a song with them."
"...totally hit the spot."
"Thank you so much for your quick response. ...I really love what you guys do."
(1920s Band)
- Laurent L.
9/1/19
"Well done!"
"Our guests were very enthusiastic about the music."
(Solo Flute)
- Deborah W.
8/14/19
"Great music! Easy to work with and dependable."
"Joseph and the band quickly set up as they arrived and were great entertainment for our dinner party. Very professional and easy to work with. Music was fantastic and would definitely recommend!"
"Joseph you guys are amazing. We fell in love with Natural Woman and What You Won’t Do For Love covers!"
- Mark G.
6/17/19
"We really like the band."
"Great Band!!"
"Joseph's band were professional and have a wonderful repertoire of Latin Jazz and other Latin rhythms. Their music made our event special and it held a wonderful space for all of our guests. Thank you Joseph!!"
(Latin Jazz Band)
"...you guys delivered! :-) I will definitely... keep you in mind for future gigs."
"Just what we were looking for."
"Joseph and his band played for our family birthday house party and everyone--especially the guest of honor--enjoyed them/their music thoroughly. We would definitely hire them again!"
- Olga P.
(1940s Era Entertainment, Rat Pack Tribute Show)
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"Wow... those vocal chops. I was impressed."
- Bobby R.
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"Great groove - like it!!"
-BD F.
7/24/??
"Very funky versions of some of the classics... the live recordings are well done. Very nice."
- Peter R.
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"Joseph Luna went mad crazy funky on that sax. "
- Trena S.
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"Very talented, great voice and musical skills, quick to respond to messages, on time and professional."
- M. Johnson
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"When it comes to jazz and the saxophone you don't want to miss... Joseph Luna...!!!"
-- Domenic C.
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"Joseph blew the house down with his solos."
-- Bob T.
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"AWESOME WORK!!! ...ROCK ON Joseph Luna !!!! MIL GRACIAS!!!!"
-- Eduardo P.
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"Such wonderful music! ...Best date night ever!"
-- Barrie S.
8/22/17-9/26/17
"...WOW your voice is very versatile and nice. ...you ...totally rock Louis Armstrong, Sinatra, and... Elvis too."
"Funk, Latin, Jazz, current, contemporary... a very nice voice. "
"This is all sounding great."
"Thank you!"
"Wow amazing!"
"Amazing!"
-- Diane O.
6/25/17
"Thank you again for everything... It went brilliantly!"
"Thank you! We very much appreciated your wonderful music and heard such good things throughout the evening... It will be great to have you again!... You guys were great!"
"They were a hit!"
"Joseph was very responsive to questions and showed up right on time. They played fantastic jazz music for our gallery reception and were perfect for what we were looking for."
"Thank you again! You are great!"
- Amy J.
6/21/17
"We really enjoyed the... band, you guys were excellent, but you were "el mas grandisimo"."
- Dad
3/27/17?
"...thank you for your wonderful performance... [the] Party... was a great success with your help. Thank you again."
- Sonya S.
2/26/17
"Thank you so much, Joseph! Everyone commented how great you guys were -- it was exactly what I was looking for."
- Melody M.
9/9/16
"Thanks! I appreciate that you are so versatile!!"
"Joseph... is a talented musician."
-- Judy H.
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"Thanks for a great night of music!"
-- Kathy S.
2/5/16
"...a ****ing star... That sounded so good... Wow!"
-- Alex R.
8/13/15
"Imagine a great singer who can play an instrument. Let's just say piano for instance... Wow! That's really a unique talent, especially in the jazz world which involves levels of being able to solo and comp intricate changes, as well as learn a Jazz repertoire of thoughtful vocal selections.
Now let's just say this extremely talented individual can also play saxophone, again soloing and also composing tunes. At this point, I start to wonder if I'm misunderstanding in some way. This is a rare bird we are talking about here, but okay, I believe!
It's at this point that I'm in disbelief, because this particular individual also plays the drums! What was his mother feeding this young man? How did she raise someone devoted enough to master FOUR INSTRUMENTS?"
-- Amber W.
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"You have a great voice."
-- James W.
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"...good music. Now give me that glass of wine and I'll be dancing as if I was 17! "
-- Isabel C.
5/25/15
"...Holy Dookie! This guy is a powerhouse! I can't wait for you all to hear just how much more amazing this band is with this addition! Joseph Luna you killed it today! I'm very proud to be working with you again!"
- George S.
2/18/??
"DIggin' "Back Home": Very nice tune."
- Egon E.
1/21/??
"LOVE YOUR SOUND! True blues to the soul! Thank you for keepin it REAL!"
- Martimus Herg
2/12/??
"You have a wonderful sound! Love that jazz! It was a pleasure to listen! Wish you much success! "
- Slam Horse
1/21/15
"Joseph Luna's music is lively and innovative. He can fit any occasion or mood from Big Band to contemporary jazz. He can play the classics as well as his own creative, original tunes. He always plays with a mixture of talented musicians. An extra added feature to his multi-talented instrument abilities is his stylish voice where he scats or croons standards from the greats."
- Elizabeth O.
1/20/15
"Every incarnation of music from Joseph Luna is a fun and exciting musical experience for players and listeners alike. Straight ahead, funk, Latin, swing dance...the cat can play."
- Larry F.
1/20/15
"Great Music."
"Great entertainment. An awesome multi-talented vocalist, saxophonist and flute player. A pleasure to listen to."
- Dan L.
1/20/15
"A fresh, smooth, tantalizing choice of Jazz Standards. Joseph's sax performance and vocals are smooth, distinctively tasteful with some choice hip licks ."
- Alex L.
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"You're a great musician"
"Joseph Luna.. He Da Bomb!"
- Mary T.
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"Joseph--You are awesome!"
- Diane M.
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"Dude is an animal on the sax. Also plays drums, timbales, piano, sings, etc."
- Matt B.
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"You are fabulous on drums..."
- John S.
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"...you also play bass! Wow, very versatile."
- Frederick L.
3/13/2018
"...you were the best hands down!!!"
"We loved your demo... amazing band..."
- Stacey G.
2013
"Very talented man - a great musician!!"
"...a great singer!!!"
"Not an easy song to sing - you got it down [pat]."
"Sexy saxophone you got there . . .
"Oh yeah, dig the music... so creative my friend... Joseph you are a diversified true entertainer - you do it all soooo nicely!"
- Liz L.
OTHER REVIEWS:
23
I have performed with Joseph Luna and seen him at clubs and parties many more times. He is a phenom! Not only is he a musician's musician, playing many instruments with the technique and understanding as the professional he is, but he also understands the listener and knows how to make any event just right. Both times The Joseph Luna Band performed at the annual Socal Jazz Society Fundraiser, the mood he created with his band was perfect. Guests off all ages and walks of life were able to enjoy and experience the true value of Jazz Music."
- Mary Talbot, SoCal Jazz Society
"JOHNNY JAZZ" REVIEWS:
(In reverse chronological order.)
22
"Joe Luna came soaring in like a bird (pun intended) with great Alto solos and an outstanding job on the ballads. ...played with soul, and a depth of feeling that was simply beautiful. P.J. Oh at the Piano was up to Luna's standards and did his job in the ensemble flawlessly and soloed nicely... In closing let me say that Joe Luna is an electrifying Saxophonist, and I mean that strictly in the adjective sense."
21
"Joseph Luna, one of jazzdom's elite sax men, displayed his facility, tone and ideas with ease and raised the level of Alto playing at the 66 to a new level, setting a mark for others to strive for."
20
"...Adding fuel to the flames, Joseph Luna was scorching on his Alto. lightning runs, torrents of notes make this fine player a standout on solos as well as an intricate part of the section. Luna is a natural, born to play that horn. The jazz afficionados and the players themselves recognize "La Luna Que Toca" as a major force on the jazz scene.....Good to have the guys back."
19
"Joe Luna on Alto was scintillating as usual."
18
"Altoist Joseph Luna is becoming a rising star in the jazz enclave. More and more aficionados and musicians are beginning to notice him, I know because the word is out and I get feedback from them all. His tone is strong and clear, his dexterity is amazing, his ideas captivating and brilliant..."
17
"It was a packed house and a packed band at Frank Parong's jazz joint tonight... The arrangements were tight and the soloists swung masterfully.... Now add Joseph Luna who is rapidly "eclipsing" everyone on woodwinds (Alto in particular) and on this evening the Tenor was his weapon and again he was simply superb. Scott Hughes, in a word, plays Trombone flawlessly... As always, the piéce de resistance was the scat vocalising of Hughes and Luna. It was a battle worthy of words. These jazz fans erupted in applause, showing their appreciation of the very hip exchanges between the two. Hughes, smiling, finally said "that's enough," and the audience went wild. This was exceptional music by exceptional players....."
16
"Altoist Joe Luna (La Luna Que Juega Saxophone), barely got his horn unpacked and his mouthpiece affixed, when "Chucho" was kicked off and he simply blew the house down, no warmup, It was just a masterful display of musicianship."
15
"Everything was jazzing along when............. " In Walked Joe". Joseph Luna was on the scene... the sounds of "Yardbird Suite" soon became excitement personified. I was not prepared for the next excursion into speed as "Anthropology" was kicked off in a tempo so fast that I thought all of the notes would flatline, run into one another and become one beautiful multi-faceted single note. Luna laughed... when I riffed a couple of bars of it to him to be sure I had the right song title. So you can see the incredible facility it takes to generate such speed. Joe was the only horn on this one. Look, there are many Saxophonists on the music scene both past and present who had the "Bird" sound, some of whom have attained a great deal of notoriety and I have always felt that a loss of identity was the price they paid. Joseph Luna is a "natural," as they say, and his tone is indeed a "Bird" type, but it is unique and strictly his own. This is a typical Luna anecdote and one that I find amazing. He buys a box of reeds, reaches in, takes one out, affixes it to the mouthpiece and blows. He never performs surgery on it, never shaves or carves it up, and he never tosses one. Every reed is used until the box is empty... Hey, I wouldn't kid you. I have heard them all, the long, the short and the tall, and Mr.Luna is right there amongst 'em ....And for God's sake he sat in on Drums and swung too!"
14
"It's a damn good thing playing one's hind parts off isn't criminal, or... Joseph Luna would be doing time."
13
"Joseph Luna playing Alto, Flute, Piccolo, and Soprano Sax, was, and I am very careful in saying this, close to being as good as it gets on Alto. I am running out of adjectives to describe this fiery and explosive musician. He is hell on wheels heading toward the musical promised land. Luna is firmly entrenched as one of the big boys now, and I have heard the best."
12
"The killer Joseph Luna started fanning the flames with "Five Alarm Fire" and the hotter he got, the cooler it was... Luna was awe inspiring as usual. He is a true master of his instrument."
11
"Joseph Luna is really a piece of work on Alto. He not only gets all over that horn with a torrential rainstorm of notes, but he can be amusing with clever riffs and musical asides. He is an Altoist to be reckoned with!"
10
"Cookin' on all 10 burners, hittin' on all 10 cylinders (10?), scorching solos all night long... Then the Killer himself, Joseph Luna, rose to the occasion and simply blistered anyone in sight. That Alto was a deadly weapon. They had to have done a background check on Joe when they issued him that horn. He was firing at will. He was part of the Saint Valentine's Day massacre. In a word, he was brilliant."
9
"You might say it was the "Attack of the Killer Alto,"... Joseph Luna... is a swinging type player who is very emotional in his approach and gives 100% with each solo effort. "Killer Joe" is a big favorite of this writer. He is an Alto Saxophone artist with extraordinary ideas and facility."
8
"Joe Luna's alto was positively burning on his solo. The notes poured forth with incredible facility and I mean with structure, not simply speed for speed's sake."
7
"Joe Luna on alto was wailing and driving, diving and darting amid a torrent of notes that were breathtaking to listen to"
2/16/24
"Thank you. You are wonderful."
- Ed B.
2/9/24
"I am so excited to have you guys..."
"Thanks for making the evening special!"
- Lindsey M.
12/13/23
"That sax dude is 'meannnn'!! Sooooo good!"
- Erin V.
"Mmhummm crazy huh. So damn good."
- Ivelia C.
12/11/23
"Your worth is a million. ...you're number ONE"
- Jerry R.
12/11/23
"Thank you so very much. You brought much love to the event. Your musicianship is stunning. ...Thank you again for your presence."
"...most memorable magical night. Thank you all for making it happen. The look, sound, & feel was soulful in a Latin-Jazz/ funk fusion genre. Many people complimented the band with its high-energy/EDM style! ...thank you Joseph for those great solos/lead lines inside those complex keys! ...A very successful evening...! Thank you again so very much!"
"Thank you Joseph. I’m very grateful for your musicianship."
- Freddy L.
11/17/23
"Wow!! No words for... last night!! Thank you for sharing your arte with us!! It is such a blessing... You are all estrellas and you shined so bright!! Everyone sounded and looked hot! Talk about the musicianship on that stage just wow! The manager said it was stronger than many that come through! But I also think it's the love, passion and sincerity each one of you have when you play each note that comes straight from the soul. Such a dream... Sending all the best vibrations... Much love."
- Celeste L.
10/22/23
"Sweetly done..."
- Russ N.
10/14/23
"I'll keep an eye out for your live events because I love your band's sound…!"
- Kathleen M.
9/27/23, 2/10/24
"Amazing sax/flute performance..."
"Sax-man cometh and blows. Nice job."
- James M.
9/3/23
"Joseph Luna was professional and has an amazing voice. The music was on point and entertaining. My party was a success !!! Thank you."
- Patricia
9/2/23
"Que ritmo"
- J M
8/19/23
"Talented and professional"
"Joseph played for my dad's funeral and it was better than I expected. He is a talented performer. He played the songs we requested plus more to suit the mood. He was very responsive and was flexible when we changed the date. I highly recommend!"
"Thanks so much that was wonderful."
- Sierra M.
7/29/23
"Great, thank you so much. ...awesome!"
"Great... Everything sounds perfect. ...Thank you so much!!"
- Katie F.
7/7/23
"Amazing"
- Yuto T.
5/18/23
"THANK YOU SO MUCH. [It] TURNED OUT [to be] WHAT I WANTED. Great work. Every one Loved it. [It] Was Wonderful. Thank you AGAIN."
- Diana M.
4/26/23
"You're very talented. Thanks so much!"
- Meghan K.
4/15/23
"Awesome Job!"
"Thank you Joseph and his band! They played at my daughters roaring 20’s Quinceañera and everyone loved them! They were on time and the music sounded great and fit the theme. I would definitely partner with them again and highly recommend. Great job!"
- Jessica R.
3/30/23
"...thank you!"
Lauren C.
3/25/23
"Great choice. Good music for parties. Reliable, punctual and professional."
"We are excited... and thrilled... Grateful for your talent..."
"I just checked you out on You Tube and I think you will be perfect….. so perfect in fact that I would like to book you for more than just an hour."
- Jan M.
3/18/23
"...thanks again for the incredible show..., it was more meaningful than you will ever know"
"- thank you again for playing for our family... The memories and videos of that special set are extremely dear to everyone in our family. Thank you."
"Thanks Joseph!"
"thanks again!"
"Amazing thank you! "
"Thank you! "
- Casey F.
3/13/23
"Exceptional/ Professional"
"Joseph was exceptional to work with, extremely professional but most importantly he was a massive talent and saxophone player! I can’t thank him enough for making my big day so memorable, I will be using his services again!!"
"...thank you again for helping me out on my proposal once again!"
"Hi Joseph, you’re at the top of my list..."
- Michael B.
2/21/23
"Really enjoyed your music!!! ...upbeat, lively music..."
"Super!!!"
"Great music, all our guests... were very pleased, highly recommended!!!"
- Deanna A.
8/12/21
"Thanks… you are amazing."
-Robert C.
"Joseph! Wow, what an amazing video... !!!!"
- Christina R.
"Enjoyed it very much!"
- Jeff B.
"That sounds great... Wow" (Solo piano and vocals)
"...sounds great, thank you!"
- Bianca D.
"...wow I am impressed!!!" (Vocals)
- Ira L.
"Amazing!"
"The band was great, perfect for our 1920's themed 25th business anniversary!! Thanks!!"
"Awesome."
- Heather W.
"Awesome!!!!!"
- Beth Z.
"Best saxophone player"
"Joseph was amazing... He played saxophone for one hour for us so beautifully and his passion in his music showed through his work. I would highly recommend Joseph for anybody who needs ...music on any occasion."
- Hoang N.
"Great job... !! You came to play!!! That was cool!"
- Charlie M.
"Outstanding!"
"Professional band. . . Music played into the 20's/30's party perfectly. Open to a variety of songs and requests were welcomed. I would hire again."
- Dorothy R.
"Awesome band!"
"This jazz duo was awesome! Very professional and great performance!"
- Mallory J.
"everything turned out great, he came on time played the songs we requested and we enjoyed listening to the saxophone played by Joseph"
- Frank
"It was fun having you... ...you did a great job... sound and style... Very impressive. "
- Matt K.
"...the show went very well. Thanks again..."
- Joshua M.
"Great band - fun music."
"We loved the band! They showed up on time, were efficient & started playing right on the dot! We got lots and lots of compliments about them."
- Tina R.
"Nice tunes, Joseph. You sax as well as you drum!"
"Some real solid stuff there in your list. Quite impressive!"
- Rich S.
"...sets the ambiance and gets people dancing. ...love your music."
- Tom B.
"Amazing Experience"
"The Joseph Luna band did an amazing job at my dads surprise birthday party. They were extremely prompt, professional and amazing artists. Everyone at the party had an amazing time and I will definitely book them again in the future. Highly recommend them for all your event needs!"
"...sounds great!"
"Wow... sounds awesome ...Thank you so much!"
- Dana D.
"It was an absolute pleasure... and we cannot thank you enough for providing our attendees with the most perfect experience we could ask for! I cannot even begin to tell you how many people came up to us during and after the event to express how incredible you were and compliment us on our choice of musicians. It truly made a world of difference and we're beyond grateful for not only the amazing talent your band brought to our Gala but for your patience & willingness to go above and beyond what was originally agreed upon!"
"Again, thank you all so so much for everything!! We would love to have you again... Thank you!"
"Once again, I can’t thank you enough for all of your patience, flexibility, and making the evening truly spectacular!!"
"Thank you for your patience and phenomenal performance at our gala."
- Suzanna F.
"Talented professional, would book again!"
"Sax was wonderful for the event. Received lots of compliments from guests."
- Tammy A.
"Great!"
"Great event for a great price. Highly recommend. Made our anniversary very special and memorable, also was understanding with some last minute changes."
- Joshua G.
"...really like your music!"
- Janice H.
"Great Jazz Band."
"I hired Joseph Luna and his band for a Gatsby themed party in La Jolla, CA. Joseph and his guys are pros, they truly delivered. They were also kind enough to let our young niece perform a song with them."
"...totally hit the spot."
"Thank you so much for your quick response. ...I really love what you guys do."
(1920s Band)
- Laurent L.
9/1/19
"Well done!"
"Our guests were very enthusiastic about the music."
(Solo Flute)
- Deborah W.
8/14/19
"Great music! Easy to work with and dependable."
"Joseph and the band quickly set up as they arrived and were great entertainment for our dinner party. Very professional and easy to work with. Music was fantastic and would definitely recommend!"
"Joseph you guys are amazing. We fell in love with Natural Woman and What You Won’t Do For Love covers!"
- Mark G.
6/17/19
"We really like the band."
"Great Band!!"
"Joseph's band were professional and have a wonderful repertoire of Latin Jazz and other Latin rhythms. Their music made our event special and it held a wonderful space for all of our guests. Thank you Joseph!!"
(Latin Jazz Band)
"...you guys delivered! :-) I will definitely... keep you in mind for future gigs."
"Just what we were looking for."
"Joseph and his band played for our family birthday house party and everyone--especially the guest of honor--enjoyed them/their music thoroughly. We would definitely hire them again!"
- Olga P.
(1940s Era Entertainment, Rat Pack Tribute Show)
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"Wow... those vocal chops. I was impressed."
- Bobby R.
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"Great groove - like it!!"
-BD F.
7/24/??
"Very funky versions of some of the classics... the live recordings are well done. Very nice."
- Peter R.
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"Joseph Luna went mad crazy funky on that sax. "
- Trena S.
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"Very talented, great voice and musical skills, quick to respond to messages, on time and professional."
- M. Johnson
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"When it comes to jazz and the saxophone you don't want to miss... Joseph Luna...!!!"
-- Domenic C.
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"Joseph blew the house down with his solos."
-- Bob T.
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"AWESOME WORK!!! ...ROCK ON Joseph Luna !!!! MIL GRACIAS!!!!"
-- Eduardo P.
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"Such wonderful music! ...Best date night ever!"
-- Barrie S.
8/22/17-9/26/17
"...WOW your voice is very versatile and nice. ...you ...totally rock Louis Armstrong, Sinatra, and... Elvis too."
"Funk, Latin, Jazz, current, contemporary... a very nice voice. "
"This is all sounding great."
"Thank you!"
"Wow amazing!"
"Amazing!"
-- Diane O.
6/25/17
"Thank you again for everything... It went brilliantly!"
"Thank you! We very much appreciated your wonderful music and heard such good things throughout the evening... It will be great to have you again!... You guys were great!"
"They were a hit!"
"Joseph was very responsive to questions and showed up right on time. They played fantastic jazz music for our gallery reception and were perfect for what we were looking for."
"Thank you again! You are great!"
- Amy J.
6/21/17
"We really enjoyed the... band, you guys were excellent, but you were "el mas grandisimo"."
- Dad
3/27/17?
"...thank you for your wonderful performance... [the] Party... was a great success with your help. Thank you again."
- Sonya S.
2/26/17
"Thank you so much, Joseph! Everyone commented how great you guys were -- it was exactly what I was looking for."
- Melody M.
9/9/16
"Thanks! I appreciate that you are so versatile!!"
"Joseph... is a talented musician."
-- Judy H.
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"Thanks for a great night of music!"
-- Kathy S.
2/5/16
"...a ****ing star... That sounded so good... Wow!"
-- Alex R.
8/13/15
"Imagine a great singer who can play an instrument. Let's just say piano for instance... Wow! That's really a unique talent, especially in the jazz world which involves levels of being able to solo and comp intricate changes, as well as learn a Jazz repertoire of thoughtful vocal selections.
Now let's just say this extremely talented individual can also play saxophone, again soloing and also composing tunes. At this point, I start to wonder if I'm misunderstanding in some way. This is a rare bird we are talking about here, but okay, I believe!
It's at this point that I'm in disbelief, because this particular individual also plays the drums! What was his mother feeding this young man? How did she raise someone devoted enough to master FOUR INSTRUMENTS?"
-- Amber W.
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"You have a great voice."
-- James W.
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"...good music. Now give me that glass of wine and I'll be dancing as if I was 17! "
-- Isabel C.
5/25/15
"...Holy Dookie! This guy is a powerhouse! I can't wait for you all to hear just how much more amazing this band is with this addition! Joseph Luna you killed it today! I'm very proud to be working with you again!"
- George S.
2/18/??
"DIggin' "Back Home": Very nice tune."
- Egon E.
1/21/??
"LOVE YOUR SOUND! True blues to the soul! Thank you for keepin it REAL!"
- Martimus Herg
2/12/??
"You have a wonderful sound! Love that jazz! It was a pleasure to listen! Wish you much success! "
- Slam Horse
1/21/15
"Joseph Luna's music is lively and innovative. He can fit any occasion or mood from Big Band to contemporary jazz. He can play the classics as well as his own creative, original tunes. He always plays with a mixture of talented musicians. An extra added feature to his multi-talented instrument abilities is his stylish voice where he scats or croons standards from the greats."
- Elizabeth O.
1/20/15
"Every incarnation of music from Joseph Luna is a fun and exciting musical experience for players and listeners alike. Straight ahead, funk, Latin, swing dance...the cat can play."
- Larry F.
1/20/15
"Great Music."
"Great entertainment. An awesome multi-talented vocalist, saxophonist and flute player. A pleasure to listen to."
- Dan L.
1/20/15
"A fresh, smooth, tantalizing choice of Jazz Standards. Joseph's sax performance and vocals are smooth, distinctively tasteful with some choice hip licks ."
- Alex L.
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"You're a great musician"
"Joseph Luna.. He Da Bomb!"
- Mary T.
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"Joseph--You are awesome!"
- Diane M.
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"Dude is an animal on the sax. Also plays drums, timbales, piano, sings, etc."
- Matt B.
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"You are fabulous on drums..."
- John S.
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"...you also play bass! Wow, very versatile."
- Frederick L.
3/13/2018
"...you were the best hands down!!!"
"We loved your demo... amazing band..."
- Stacey G.
2013
"Very talented man - a great musician!!"
"...a great singer!!!"
"Not an easy song to sing - you got it down [pat]."
"Sexy saxophone you got there . . .
"Oh yeah, dig the music... so creative my friend... Joseph you are a diversified true entertainer - you do it all soooo nicely!"
- Liz L.
OTHER REVIEWS:
23
I have performed with Joseph Luna and seen him at clubs and parties many more times. He is a phenom! Not only is he a musician's musician, playing many instruments with the technique and understanding as the professional he is, but he also understands the listener and knows how to make any event just right. Both times The Joseph Luna Band performed at the annual Socal Jazz Society Fundraiser, the mood he created with his band was perfect. Guests off all ages and walks of life were able to enjoy and experience the true value of Jazz Music."
- Mary Talbot, SoCal Jazz Society
"JOHNNY JAZZ" REVIEWS:
(In reverse chronological order.)
22
"Joe Luna came soaring in like a bird (pun intended) with great Alto solos and an outstanding job on the ballads. ...played with soul, and a depth of feeling that was simply beautiful. P.J. Oh at the Piano was up to Luna's standards and did his job in the ensemble flawlessly and soloed nicely... In closing let me say that Joe Luna is an electrifying Saxophonist, and I mean that strictly in the adjective sense."
21
"Joseph Luna, one of jazzdom's elite sax men, displayed his facility, tone and ideas with ease and raised the level of Alto playing at the 66 to a new level, setting a mark for others to strive for."
20
"...Adding fuel to the flames, Joseph Luna was scorching on his Alto. lightning runs, torrents of notes make this fine player a standout on solos as well as an intricate part of the section. Luna is a natural, born to play that horn. The jazz afficionados and the players themselves recognize "La Luna Que Toca" as a major force on the jazz scene.....Good to have the guys back."
19
"Joe Luna on Alto was scintillating as usual."
18
"Altoist Joseph Luna is becoming a rising star in the jazz enclave. More and more aficionados and musicians are beginning to notice him, I know because the word is out and I get feedback from them all. His tone is strong and clear, his dexterity is amazing, his ideas captivating and brilliant..."
17
"It was a packed house and a packed band at Frank Parong's jazz joint tonight... The arrangements were tight and the soloists swung masterfully.... Now add Joseph Luna who is rapidly "eclipsing" everyone on woodwinds (Alto in particular) and on this evening the Tenor was his weapon and again he was simply superb. Scott Hughes, in a word, plays Trombone flawlessly... As always, the piéce de resistance was the scat vocalising of Hughes and Luna. It was a battle worthy of words. These jazz fans erupted in applause, showing their appreciation of the very hip exchanges between the two. Hughes, smiling, finally said "that's enough," and the audience went wild. This was exceptional music by exceptional players....."
16
"Altoist Joe Luna (La Luna Que Juega Saxophone), barely got his horn unpacked and his mouthpiece affixed, when "Chucho" was kicked off and he simply blew the house down, no warmup, It was just a masterful display of musicianship."
15
"Everything was jazzing along when............. " In Walked Joe". Joseph Luna was on the scene... the sounds of "Yardbird Suite" soon became excitement personified. I was not prepared for the next excursion into speed as "Anthropology" was kicked off in a tempo so fast that I thought all of the notes would flatline, run into one another and become one beautiful multi-faceted single note. Luna laughed... when I riffed a couple of bars of it to him to be sure I had the right song title. So you can see the incredible facility it takes to generate such speed. Joe was the only horn on this one. Look, there are many Saxophonists on the music scene both past and present who had the "Bird" sound, some of whom have attained a great deal of notoriety and I have always felt that a loss of identity was the price they paid. Joseph Luna is a "natural," as they say, and his tone is indeed a "Bird" type, but it is unique and strictly his own. This is a typical Luna anecdote and one that I find amazing. He buys a box of reeds, reaches in, takes one out, affixes it to the mouthpiece and blows. He never performs surgery on it, never shaves or carves it up, and he never tosses one. Every reed is used until the box is empty... Hey, I wouldn't kid you. I have heard them all, the long, the short and the tall, and Mr.Luna is right there amongst 'em ....And for God's sake he sat in on Drums and swung too!"
14
"It's a damn good thing playing one's hind parts off isn't criminal, or... Joseph Luna would be doing time."
13
"Joseph Luna playing Alto, Flute, Piccolo, and Soprano Sax, was, and I am very careful in saying this, close to being as good as it gets on Alto. I am running out of adjectives to describe this fiery and explosive musician. He is hell on wheels heading toward the musical promised land. Luna is firmly entrenched as one of the big boys now, and I have heard the best."
12
"The killer Joseph Luna started fanning the flames with "Five Alarm Fire" and the hotter he got, the cooler it was... Luna was awe inspiring as usual. He is a true master of his instrument."
11
"Joseph Luna is really a piece of work on Alto. He not only gets all over that horn with a torrential rainstorm of notes, but he can be amusing with clever riffs and musical asides. He is an Altoist to be reckoned with!"
10
"Cookin' on all 10 burners, hittin' on all 10 cylinders (10?), scorching solos all night long... Then the Killer himself, Joseph Luna, rose to the occasion and simply blistered anyone in sight. That Alto was a deadly weapon. They had to have done a background check on Joe when they issued him that horn. He was firing at will. He was part of the Saint Valentine's Day massacre. In a word, he was brilliant."
9
"You might say it was the "Attack of the Killer Alto,"... Joseph Luna... is a swinging type player who is very emotional in his approach and gives 100% with each solo effort. "Killer Joe" is a big favorite of this writer. He is an Alto Saxophone artist with extraordinary ideas and facility."
8
"Joe Luna's alto was positively burning on his solo. The notes poured forth with incredible facility and I mean with structure, not simply speed for speed's sake."
7
"Joe Luna on alto was wailing and driving, diving and darting amid a torrent of notes that were breathtaking to listen to"
CD Reviews
"One thing is for sure, Altoist Joseph Luna is a major force on the California jazz scene. On this disc, Luna displays his talent using all of the reeds except baritone. His tone is vibrant, clean and the ideas flow like magic... This CD will introduce a future star in Joseph Luna, a fine musician, composer and arranger."
- AllAboutJazz
5
"Joseph Luna... plays all the saxophones, as well as the flute (superbly, we might add), and demonstrates that talent on his new CD... With all 10 tracks of music set to a Latin beat, six of the tunes are Luna compositions, and for the many who enjoy their music with a Latin flavor, here's a CD which will be a nice addition to your library."
L.A. Jazz Scene
4
"Congratulations on your new release... Epicenter contain distinctive compositions and creative arrangements; “Blue Moon” has an exceptional feel, very nice phrasing of the melody, interesting arrangement, great saxophone sound, and all the music on the samples are cohesive and very enjoyable. "
Jeff Williams, Kari-On Productions
3
"Wow!..I was very impressed with your music...I think your tunes are fantastic."
Chuck C.
2
"...Am enjoying what I hear, especially your "tumbao" version of "Little Niles" - one of my favorite jazz waltzes - I like your different concept of it. Keep up the great work."
Rafael H.
1
"You guys are monsters."
Russ N.
- AllAboutJazz
5
"Joseph Luna... plays all the saxophones, as well as the flute (superbly, we might add), and demonstrates that talent on his new CD... With all 10 tracks of music set to a Latin beat, six of the tunes are Luna compositions, and for the many who enjoy their music with a Latin flavor, here's a CD which will be a nice addition to your library."
L.A. Jazz Scene
4
"Congratulations on your new release... Epicenter contain distinctive compositions and creative arrangements; “Blue Moon” has an exceptional feel, very nice phrasing of the melody, interesting arrangement, great saxophone sound, and all the music on the samples are cohesive and very enjoyable. "
Jeff Williams, Kari-On Productions
3
"Wow!..I was very impressed with your music...I think your tunes are fantastic."
Chuck C.
2
"...Am enjoying what I hear, especially your "tumbao" version of "Little Niles" - one of my favorite jazz waltzes - I like your different concept of it. Keep up the great work."
Rafael H.
1
"You guys are monsters."
Russ N.