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Dare To Love Music
- Los Angeles, CA
- Jazz Band
- Travels up to 120 miles
- $500 and up
Overview
Welcome to Dare to Love Music: A Heartfelt Experience in Every Note. We are Derrick and Lovisa Lightning, a married duo with over a decade of experience creating unforgettable events through music. Whether it’s a wedding, baby shower, or celebration, we specialize in tailored performances that resonate with your guests. Derrick’s mesmerizing saxophone and Lovisa’s captivating vocals bring energy, emotion, and connection to every event. From intimate ceremonies to lively receptions, we ensure your event is extraordinary. Let’s create the perfect soundtrack for your special day! Contact us today!
13 Reviews
Derrick and Lovisa were fantastic. They played and sang for our neighborhood party. Communication was great. They showed up on time and were a highlight of our holiday party. Well priced and would highly recommend.
Jazz Pianist, Jazz Singer
Response from Dare To Love Music:
Thank you so much for the kind words, Harrison! It was such a pleasure to play Christmas songs for you guys. You truly have wonderful neighbors!
Derrick was a wonderful addition to our fundraiser. The guests all raved about him, and we would recommend.
Guitarist, Saxophone Player
You can feel the passion when they play music. Both Derrick and Lovisa both showed up for my 40th Birthday celebration. They brought such a special flair to the event and my guests were raving. Don't hesitate to hire them.
Multi-Instrumentalist
With only a week's notice, Derrick learned two different Johan Sebastian Bach pieces plus three hymns to be played at my father's funeral. Derrick was incredibly professional, kind and communicative. My family and I are so grateful that he was a part of the celebration of his life. I couldn't say enough wonderful things about Derrick and hope to use him again under happier circumstances.
Classical Pianist, Funeral Music
Derrick and Lovisa were awesome, Lovisa did a beautiful job preforming the songs that I personally requested for my husband's memorial ceremony, and Derrick did an awesome job playing the piano. They were very professional and caring of my concerns and needs prior and throughout the ceremony.
I would differently recommend and hire them for any of my future events.
Funeral Music
Derrick did an amazing job and was able to play the requested song. I would book him again !!!!!
Saxophone Player
Excellent duo who performed beautiful songs for 3 hours. This couple really brings love and class into any event. Extremely polite people who entertained my guests with their melodies.
Jazz Pianist, Jazz Singer, Saxophone Player
It was a perfect set up, great music and mix between flute and sax, and really enjoyable time. Would do it again in a heartbeat - thanks again!
Flute Player, Saxophone Player
Derrick was the perfect finishing touch at my wedding ceremony. Without much direction he brought together exactly what I was looking for and gave the whole experience a magical and special vibe. He also stayed significantly longer than our agreed upon time as the ceremony went much longer than I thought. It was such a pleasure to work with him !!
Flute Player
Me and my husband hired Der2Lov for the entire wedding day. We thought we may need two different bands due to the different vibes required for a ceremony and a reception but this turned out to be THE solution. I’m beyond grateful we chose them! For our ceremony we were hoping to create a warm and loving atmosphere. Not one single eye was dry by the end of the performance. They performed their version of our two favorite songs and Lovisa really made it special with her angelic voice. Derrick accompanied on guitar on one song and piano on the other one as requested.
Then for the reception they brought the full band and absolutely crushed it! They both were out in the audience dancing, playing saxophone and singing at the same time, they even got my grandma on her feet dancing!! Also - super easy and delightful to deal with, they got married recently themselves so they knew what questions to ask and how to relieve stress in the best possible way.
This was an important day and you made it even more special, THANK YOU!
Pop Music, Pop Singer, Saxophone Player, Wedding Singer
They were total awesome, we had a full house in the restaurant, and they did amazing, they interacted with the customers, they went from table to table playing to customers, we will definitely book them again, thanks Derrick
Saxophone Player
DER2LUV was so good that our party turned out to be a small concert; their engagement and soulful style, jaw-dropping Sax show, and the angelic jazzy voice of the vocalist were the highlights. Also, they were responsive and very professional. I highly recommend it!
1980s Era Entertainment, 1990s Era Entertainment, Classical Pianist, Cover Band, Flute Player, Guitarist, Jazz Pianist, Jazz Singer, Multi-Instrumentalist, Oldies Music, Party Band, Pianist, Pop Music, Pop Singer, Saxophone Player, Soul Singer, Jazz Band
I recently had the absolute pleasure of hosting a party that was taken to an entirely new level of excitement and energy, thanks to the incredible performance by Der2Lov Band. Their musical prowess and infectious energy transformed my gathering into an unforgettable night of entertainment and sheer joy. From the moment they struck the first chord, Derrick and Lovisa had everyone on their feet, grooving to their electrifying beats. The band's dynamic stage presence was simply mesmerizing. Their ability to engage the crowd and create an immersive musical experience was unparalleled. They had everyone singing along, dancing, and even brought some to tears with their ballads. I will be hiring them in the future and highly recommend them to others as well!
Party Band, Pop Music, Wedding Band, Jazz Band
Booking Info
Price Range: $500 and up
Gig Length: 60 - 360 minutes
Languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Swedish, Norwegian And Danish
What to Expect
For events we can be the center of attention on a stage or simply in the background providing ambience. What is certain is that a fun, uplifting and personal atmosphere will be created no matter what. Our reviews tells that we bring a unique touch to each event which has brought us many returning clients.
We can easily switch up the gear up if noticing that the audience are getting in the mood for dancing. We love to go out and interact with the audience. Anything to make it special.
What services do we offer?
- Instrumentation: For solo or duo act we offer the following instruments: vocals, classical or jazz piano, guitar, saxophone (alto, tenor, soprano) flute, and clarinet.
- Duo: Our typical set-up as a duo include keys or guitar, vocals, saxophone and flute. We use a loop pedal making it possible to play more than two instruments at the same time and thereby create a fuller sound - a popular option for cocktail hour or smaller events.
- For added party vibes we bring our amazing drummer.
- For bigger events we bring a full band of 5-8 instrumentalists.
- DJ + Sax & Vocals - One of our popular offers for weddings and bigger events. This is the closest you get to a live band and a DJ combined as we add vocals and saxophone to max the energy and leveling up the experience.
We understand the importance in providing high quality entertainment and are happy to take song requests and customize our performance to your specific event and vision. From having planned and coordinated our own wedding we know this can be quite intense and are looking to help make the planning less stressful and the event a memory for life!
We have played wedding ceremonies, wedding receptions, cocktail hours, jazz brunches, birthday parties, Bollywood parties, baby showers, corporate events, life celebrations/funerals and bar mitzvahs.
In addition to singing in English Lovisa also speaks and sings in French and Swedish upon request.
About
We are Derrick and Lovisa a married couple with our hearts in music. We believe that stage presence and connecting with the guests during our performance are keys to a memorable/unforgettable event and experience.
Derrick Lightning is a saxophone maestro from the University of Miami whose accolades include performances at Carnegie Hall, Montreaux Jazz Festival, LA's Troubadour global tours, and collaborations with icons like Dave Grohl.
Lovisa Lightning, a graduate from Royal College of Music in Stockholm who has won prices at the Berkeley Jazz Festival - is a versatile vocalist and instrumentalist who masters Jazz, Soul, Pop, Rock and RnB. She boasts collaborations with legends like Toots Thielemans and Björn Ulvaeus from ABBA.
Having graced prestigious venues worldwide, from Montreaux Jazz Festival to LA’s Troubadour, The Mint, Molly Malone and Viper Room they've shared the stage with musical luminaries like George Thorogood and David Sanborn. As band leaders, they've toured the US and Europe. Whether a solo, duo, or full band performance, Derrick and Lovisa are the perfect addition to elevate your event to unparalleled heights!
Additional Booking Notes
We provide lights and a PA upon request. We will need to be near where there is power/electricity to perform amplified music
Past Booked Events
December 07, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Cocktail Party |
November 15, 2024 • 5:00pm - 7:30pm | Fundraiser |
October 19, 2024 • 10:30am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
October 05, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Dinner Party |
August 24, 2024 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm | House Party |
July 26, 2024–July 27, 2024 • 10:00pm - 12:00am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
June 22, 2024 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm | Personal Occasion |
June 03, 2024 • 12:30pm - 1:00pm | Retirement Party |
June 01, 2024 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Surprise |
May 28, 2024 • 6:00pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
May 18, 2024 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Birthday Party |
May 04, 2024 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
February 14, 2024 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
August 02, 2023–August 06, 2023 • 3:00pm - 7:00pm | Utah travel |
Set List
Pop:
-September
-just the 2 of us
-all of me (John legend)
-Billie Jean
-just the way you are (Billie Joel)
-I can’t help falling in love with you
-you are the sunshine of my life
-in my life
-you’re just too good to be true
-hey Jude
-sir duke
-I just called to say I love you
-ABC
-hound dog
-ain’t no mountain high enough
-ain’t no sunshine
-lovely day
-all about that bass
-get down tonight
-fantasy
-Georgia on my mind
-hallelujah I love her so
-get down on it
-happy
-goodbye yellow brick road
-I feel good
-your song
-tiny dancer
-piano man
-hotel California
-hit the road jack
-at last
-house of the rising sun
-how deep is your love
-human nature
-superstition
-i wish
-I can see clearly now
-I can’t help it
-my girl
-shout
-I will survive
-I shot the sheriff
-I wanna hold your hand
-I want you back
-the rainbow connection
-I’m a believer
-I’m yours
-if I ain’t got you
-imagine
-immigrant song
-isn’t she lovely
-somewhere over the rainbow
Jazz:
-La vie en rose
-what a wonderful world
-when the saints go marching in
-mr magic
-all of me
-all the things you are
-how high the moon
-ornithology
-Misty
-come fly with me
-fly me to the moon
-take 5
-New York New York
-I get a kick out of you
-how deep is the ocean
-breezin
-affirmation
-feels so good
-Afro blue
-our love is here to stay
-giant steps
-got a match
-groovin high
-I got rhythm
-Cherokee
-i mean you
-monks dream
-I’ll be seeing you
-I’ll remember april
-I’m beginning to see the light
-I’m old fashioned
-Stella by starlight
-if I were a bell
-in a sentimental mood
-it could happen to be you
-it don’t mean a thing
-it had to be you
-on the street where you live
Latin/bossa:
-quiet nights of quiet stars
-desafinado
-girl from ipanema
-bessame mucho
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Classical:
-fur Elise
-Satie gymneopide
-loves sorrow
-Bach prelude in C
-Claire de lune
Disney:
-when you wish upon a star
-do you want to build a snowman
-remember me
-some day my prince will come
-Alice in wonderland
Team
Lovisa Lightning | Vocals and keys |
Derrick Lightning | DJ, Saxophone, Keys, Guitar, Flute, Clarinet, DJ |
Influences & Inspiration
Ella Fitgerald
Christina Aguilera
Alicia Keys
Maria Carey
Michael Jackson
Stevie Wonder
Frank Sinatra
Elvis
Miles Davis
John Coltrane
Setup Requirements
Access to power. We have access to a PA, Lights, Equipment but please let us know in advance if you expect is to bring everything