The Sun Messengers

Palo Alto, CA

$1000 and up

Travels up to 90 miles

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Overview

The Sun Messengers are a professional jazz combo specializing in all types of jazz from the last 100 years. Whether it be a cocktail hour, a lively bar or restaurant, or a sit down performance, The Sun Messengers can perfectly complement and elevate your event!


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2 reviews

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Koji N.

September 22, 2025
Verified review

The perfect band!!

Absolutely outstanding! The band arrived right on time, set up seamlessly, and began playing exactly as scheduled. They took care of everything without us having to worry, and I truly appreciate how reliable and professional they were. We hired them for my son's engagement party, and they completely understood what we were looking for. From the song selection to the atmosphere they created, everything was "SPOT-ON" and made for an unforgettable evening of entertainment. It was clear they really listened to our requests and delivered beyond our expectations. Without question, we'd love to book them again the next chance we get!

Hired as: Jazz Band, Wedding Band


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Jordan T.

May 2, 2025

Good vibes all around!

Working with Armen & The Sun Messengers was fantastic. Leading up to the event, we worked closely with my partner and I to ensure a seamless transition to get the most out of their play time. The night of, The Sun Messengers arrived and prepped early, were extremely professional, and importantly, created an absolute vibe for our wedding reception. We couldn't have been happier with what The Sun Messengers brought to our special night. Thank you for everything!

Hired as: Jazz Band

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Booking information

Price range: $1000 and up

Languages: English, Spanish

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

What to expect

Audiences can expect to hear a blend of classic and original jazz arrangements of a wide variety of styles that follow the energy and momentum of the event. Clients can expect that we arrive punctually with all of the necessary equipment to perform and adapt in the case of technical difficulties. The Sun Messengers generally perform in hour long sets separated by 10-15 minute breaks.

About

The Sun Messengers are a South CA Bay Area based jazz band dedicated to providing the highest quality music for your public/private event or business! Between us we have decades of professional performing experience that allows us to best compliment and elevate any situation. We are available for events of any size including cocktail hours, receptions, and parties.

Additional booking notes

We require a minimum of 100 square feet of space and a single power outlet.

Past booked events

September 2025

20

Saturday

Wedding Reception

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Livermore, CA

Set list

Fly Me To The Moon
In A Mellow Tone
Days Of Wine And Roses
Honey Suckle Rose
Desafinado
September in the Rain
Dolphin Dance
Birdlike
Satin Doll
Fly Me to the Moon
Girl from Ipanema
& much more from the great american songbook and other jazz standards!

Influences and inspiration

Jazz of the last century from the greats including Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, Art Blakey, John Coltrane, Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, and more.

Setup requirements

Single AC power outlet

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