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“They were excellent. Arrived on time, the residents enjoyed the performance. ”
Pacific Serenade Duo
Overview
Violin and guitar duo, offering an elegant and sophisticated musical experience. Classically trained with a doctorate in music from Columbia University’s Teachers College and decades of experience performing, Pacific Serenade Duo provides tailored performances for weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings. Our blend of technical precision and expressive artistry creates the perfect ambiance for any occasion offering classical pieces and pop songs. Enhance your event with an elegant touch, creating lasting memories for you and your guests.
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Languages: English
What to expect
Pacific Serenade Duo brings elegant, polished live music to weddings, cocktail hours, private events, and special occasions. Audiences can expect beautifully performed music, a refined and inviting atmosphere, and a seamless experience from start to finish.
Clients receive professional, personalized service tailored to their event, including thoughtfully selected music and reliable communication throughout the planning process. Whether providing an elegant backdrop for cocktails or creating a memorable musical moment for a ceremony or celebration, Pacific Serenade Duo helps make every event feel distinctive and special.
About
Blending elegance and warmth, the Pacific Serenade Duo offers a timeless musical experience for weddings, receptions, memorials, and private events. Formed by Dr. Lindsey Castellano and Christopher Barrett the duo combines the expressive beauty of the violin with the warmth of the guitar to create music that feels timeless, heartfelt, and effortlessly refined.
Classically trained with a doctorate in music from Columbia University’s Teachers College and decades of experience performing, Pacific Serenade Duo provides tailored performances for weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings. Our blend of technical precision and expressive artistry creates the perfect ambiance for any occasion offering classical pieces and pop songs.
While their repertoire spans centuries from Bach to the Beatles and Mozart to modern pop, their signature style lies in their novel and beautifully crafted arrangements of contemporary and pop favorites. Each performance is tailored to the mood and meaning of the occasion, ensuring every note enhances the atmosphere and every moment feels truly special.
Additional booking notes
Weather coverage: Outdoor performances require adequate coverage from direct sunlight and inclement weather. Direct sun, heat, and weather can cause the instruments to go out of tune and may affect performance quality. We can provide our own coverage if needed.
Seating: Please provide two armless chairs for the performers. If chairs are not available, please let us know in advance so we can bring our own.
Services offered
Past booked events
October 2025
15
Wednesday
Worship Service
10:00am - 2:00pm
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Laguna Woods, CA
Set list
We can arrange and perform any song you request. If needed, we are also happy to help you select music that best suits the style and atmosphere of your event. Below is a brief selection of songs from our repertoire.
Classical:
Air from Suite in D
Ave Maria
Flower Duet
Handel Hornpipe in D
Mozart Divertimento in D
Pachelbel, Cannon in D
Por Una Cabeza
Wedding March
Vivaldi Spring, Winter
Modern:
Bruno Mars, Marry You, Just the Way you Are
The Beatles, All You Need Is Love
The Beatles, Eleanor Rigby
Cristina Perry, Thousand Years
Dave Mathews Band, Ants Marching
Ed Sheeran, Perfect
Elvis, Can't Help Falling In Love
Israel “IZ”, Over the Rainbow
John Legend, All of Me
Journey, Don’t Stop Believing
Kansas, Carry On My Wayward Son
Katy Perry, Unconditionally, Firework
Keane, Somewhere Only We Know
Lady Gaga, Paparazzi, Shallow, Always Remember Us This Way
Luis Fonsi, Despacito
Roy Orbison, Pretty Woman
The Police, Roxanne
Simon & Garfunkel, Bridge Over Troubled Water
Taylor Swift, Enchanted, Love Story, Lover, Paper Rings
Queen, Bohemian Rhapsody
Walk the Moon, Shut Up and Dance
Influences and inspiration
Pacific Serenade Duo draws inspiration from a diverse range of artists and musical traditions, from classical composers and virtuosic string performers to contemporary pop, jazz, and cinematic music. Our musical approach is shaped by extensive performance and teaching experience, including a Doctorate in Music and Music Education from Columbia University’s Teachers College, bringing both technical expertise and artistic versatility to every performance, creating arrangements that feel elegant, expressive, and fresh.
Setup requirements
Coverage from direct sun and inclement weather
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