Solomon Dauber
Who is this unmasked man?
An artist, a daddy, a husband, an emcee and Super DJ -- hey wait a minute. There's something else. Behind those eyes of a responsible man (who married not his high school sweetheart but his junior high school sweetheart he's known since he was 3 minutes old) is a mask of mischief. He wore that mask proudly on the day in shop class when he pretended to cut his finger off with a paper cutter then threw the fake-bloody stump at his teacher. Once the teacher (who Solomon recalls as "Mr. Lecter") regained consciousness, he confiscated the finger and had Solomon write "I will not scare the crap out of my teacher" approximately 1000 times.
Like any energy, it can have positive and negative applications. For example, being mischeivous has helped him learn to be very quick on his feet -- and he uses that to your advantage.
Consider a wedding he performed at on a beach at Half Moon Bay. He arrives and notices the beach is pretty rustic -- a bit more than the groom had described in the meeting. Sol checks in with Ranger Roy (aka: "RR") to see where to set up. RR says, sorry Charlie, these folks didn't get a sound permit. Uh oh #1. The groom arrives. The beach is, in fact, a bit more rustic than he thought it would be too. Uh oh #2. T-minus 30 minutes to the bride's arrival -- Uh oh #3!
Thinking quick on his feet, Sol asks RR what they can do. RR says, "Anything you'd normally do at a beach." Cool. Solomon takes the driftwood and forms an aisle to walk down and rows for the guests. He uses some bins and beach towels from his truck for guests who may want to sit. And then, the coup de gras: he breaks out the boom box and goes John Cusack/Say Anything on them all during the ceremony -- holding it high above his head to give them the perfect moment.
Mr. Mischief saved their day. Not bad for a guy with nine fingers.
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"I just wanted to send a quick thank you to you and your team for doing an amazing job at Mariel's Quinceanera on Saturday! Your attention to detail, team work and friendly personalities really made the evening a big hit. It was truly a pleasure working with you and I would definitely recommend you for future events. I hope to have the opportunity to work with you again soon. Until then best wishes with all your endeavors!"
Marcela Alurraide, Claremont Resort, October 29, 2011
"Thanks for the email. We had a great time, and the girls loved Solomon. He was very good with them, and really went out of his way to accommodate their requests. He setup some games, and also taught them a few hip-hop moves. If we were to organize another event, we would definitely request him again."
"Solomon was excellent. He was the perfect DJ for the event. All the logistics went well, and everything seemed organized and well planned. Denon & Doyle came highly recommended, and they were right!"
"I chaperoned 'grad night' for my daughter's school last Saturday at Costanoa and, when I got there, the parent in charge of entertainment (Mai Nguyen) said she took my advice and the dj we were expecting was from Denon and Doyle! Turned out it was Solomon who did a FABULOUS job. We had 16 parents there and they all were so impressed -- as were the girls -- with his humor, skill set, flexibility, etc. He was awesome and I was thrilled to hear that Denon and Doyle was at the event. I'm writing to let you know how great he was."
-Mai, Kimberly, and Lisa, Chaperones for Castilleja School, Costanoa Resort, June 4, 2011
"Solomon did a great job! Very professional, fun for the kids and accommodating to member and staff requests."
-Michael Nakahara, Manager at the Sharon Heights Country Club, May 1, 2011
"Solomon was amazing!!! I couldn't have been more pleased and the after buzz about him was terrific to say the least =) Thank you for everything and I can't wait for our father daughter dance in June!!!"
-Heidi Celentano, Mt Diablo Elementary, February 4, 2011
"I think that Solomon did a wonderful job. Everything was perfect. Even when he picked a song that wasn't a crowd favorite, he owned up to it, I think he said something like "ok, kill the d.j. on that one" and everyone laughed and we moved along to another song. Thank you to your company for a wonderful experience that I will never forget."
-Brooke Anderson (Bride), Bridges Golf Club, January 29, 2011
-And more from Brooke's Mom, Ellen "I thought [Solomon] did a fantastic job. He played everything we asked for and followed the timeline really well, so things moved along. And he read the mood of the crowd. First wedding I've attended where everyone was still there at the end! I have already recommended him to my co-workers and friends. Thank Solomon (and you) again for making Brooke's wedding a wonderful experience."
"Solomon was an excellent representative of your company. It is reason why our company has always done business with Denon & Doyle. Solomon was extremely professional; always willing to help and never said “NO” to our emergency requests that we made at our party."
-Lani Davis, L-3 Communications, Chabot Science Center, December 4, 2010
"Solomon, Jon and Aly were absolutely great! They kept the party going for kids and adults. Our friends as well as Sara’s had a wonderful time. No complaints from me; D and D was perfect, the photo booth and Chris too."
-Harvey & Melinda Roth, Orinda Country Club, November 6, 2010
"Solomon was awesome! We could not have asked for a better dj. Thank u so much! My mom left a message also about him. We want to make sure u guys know how great he was. We will definitely be using u guys again!"
-Melanie Gram, Novato Residence, October 16, 2010
"Brian, all went great and we loved Solomon. He is full of positive energy and enthusiasm. Thank you!"
-Steve Findley, Calistoga Ranch, September 4, 2010
"I'm still on a "high" from the fabulous party! Solomon was great AND the sound on the video montage WORKED!!! YAAAAYYYY! Mel is warm, energetic and great with the kids. Brian did a good job with the tunes. The extra lighted raised floor cubes were PERFECT!!!
The kids AND adults had a blast. The photo booth was the perfect addition... I told Nica Roy ( a few months ago..) to reserve the same one as me for Stevie’s Bar Mitzvah in Feb. I look forward to seeing the photo booth pictures! Thanks for adding lots of energy, fun and spark to a great evening!"
-Tracy Ferm, Mill Valley Community Center, August 28, 2010
"Saturday's party was FANTASTIC! Everyone had a great time. Solomon, as usual, kept everyone engaged and having fun. Thank you, thank you for another great event!"
-Stephanie Dorman, Marines Memorial, August 21, 2010
"It was great working with you and Solomon at Alicia & Bert's wedding. Everything went very smoothly, and Solomon did a great job in animating the guests."
-Dan Gray, Legion Of Honor Cafe', August 7, 2010
"The party was great, Solomon was awesome and my husband was very surprised and happy! Thank you so much for all you do.. You guys rock!!"
-Diana Barisof, Pleasant Hill Community Center, July 24, 2010
"Hi Dan - the party was wonderful! Solomon, Cameron and Ashley were just great and Daniel surely had the night of his life. I'll be happy to write on your website about our experience. It couldn't have been better. Thanks for all your help throughout."
-Sandy Balin, Mill Valley Golf Course, May 15, 2010
"We want to thank you so much for an amazing night!!! We had so much fun at Lucas's party and it was mostly because of your hard work (and Lauren, Brian and Austin )! We really appreciate that you took the time to meet with us at our home and felt like you really made the effort to understand what we were looking for it the party! Jake really loved being a part of it too!
I am trying to think of another occasion where we can use you, I will see what we can come up with."
-Julie Drummond, Casa De La Vista, February 20, 2010
"The D.J. - Solomon and his crew were wonderful! They handled the entire eveing with such ease and everyone had a really fun time.
The photo booth and casino tables were also a huge hit!
Thank you for all your help to make such a memorable evening for us."
-Suzanne Waterman, Jewish Community Center, February 13, 2010
"Thank you very much for your email, and I am happy to tell you that Our members and their Daughters were having so much Fun that night, Solomon did outstanding job, and we are so glad to find a wonderful DJ from Denon & Doyle Entertainment, I am sure we will be contacting you again and again."
-Mui, San Francisco Yacht Club, February 6, 2010
"Our party was fantastic, and Solomon far exceeded my expectations! He really added to our event. He offered us some suggestions for activities, took requests, taught some dance moves. I have had several people come to me today and compliment the event and the DJ. Our guests had a great time. I will definitely keep your company and Solomon in mind for future events."
-Kristi Andes, San Francisco Zoo, December 12, 2009
"Isabel's party was all we had hoped for, and much more. It was an amazing and magical experience for the three of us, as well as for all of our guests! Your energy and creativity made that possible. We are so impressed with the way that you bring people of all ages together, keep it going over several hours, and manage to keep everyone involved and incredibly happy. All of our guests raved about it, and we are still hearing from them that it was the best party they have ever been to! Thank you so much for all you did to make this event so special and memorable, for us and all of our guests. As Isabel would say, you're fantabulistic!
Please also pass on our sincere thanks to Solomon, Ashley and Katie. All of you were awesome!"
-Lisa Honig, Frantoio Ristorante, October 24, 2009
"We thought Soloman was fabulous! I heard many, many compliments about him throughout the night. It added so much to our Carnoween this year. We already asked him to keep the weekends open next October for next years Carnoween."
-Karen Armosino, John Swett, October 17, 2009
"The wedding was AMAZING!!!!! Solomon was just the right kind of DJ. Unobtrussive. He played plenty of the songs I wanted (60's) plus plenty of the others. No talking...perfect! We had a ball dancing the night away!!!! Please give Solomon our highest praise. He couldn't have been better!"
-Victoria Ruiz, Rudd Vineyards, September 26, 2009
"Solomon did a great job and we all got a taste of the music we love to dance to. Also liked what he did with the children as there were so many of them and it really made a hit with the parents. All together wonderful experience."
-Barbara Oppido, Shannon Community Center, September 19, 2009
"As you may have heard, Ryan's party was phenomenal!!! Please express my thanks to Solomon, Ashley, Chris and the other gentleman. They all did an excellent job.
It truly was a perfect night to remember!"
-Kim D Johnson, Golden Gate Yacht Club, September 12, 2009
"Everything was great, Solomon and crew did an terrific job. We all had a amazing night, and the feedback IÕm getting is that the adults had as much fun as the kidsÑand that was the goal.
The walk-up photo booth was a hug hit and captured some great images."
-Audrey Shapiro, Spinnaker Restaurant, August 22, 2009
"The real reason I am writing is to tell you what a fabulous DJ you have in Solomon Dauber! My family went to the Oranje/Reese wedding this past Saturday night and we were super impressed with Solomon. He is quite witty, very entertaining and kept the dance floor FULL. Just wanted to let you know."
-Heather Oranje, Sonoma Golf Club, August 15, 2009
"Solomon was amazing. We got MANY compliments on him. My maid of honor said he was inspired and most people said they loved his selection of songs. Lots of guests also commented on how he kept the crowd going and that they loved the centerpiece giveaway. I wish I had given him more detail on the bridal party for introductions. I did not take the extra time to write a funny little anecdote about each one and I really wish I had. We gave him some very brief things at the last minute and he said them but we could have made it better and easier for him. The day and evening went all too quickly as I'm sure everyone says. We love every minute of it. Thank you for being a part and for helping to make it great."
-Sandy Bozich, The Chateau, August 8, 2009
"Everything was perfect. Thank you for helping us plan the party so beautifully. Solomon was exactly the right fit for us. Ashleigh was a special request from Evan. He was thrilled she was able to be there"
-Linda Jeffe, Crow Canyon Country Club, May 2, 2009
"Both the dj (Tyrone) and Solomon were wonderful... I totally thought they went above and beyond their required duties to keep the madness in an organized madness form...and the clients were super happy.
Photo booth was also great... them teenage girls went nuts over it, boys too as they were dragged in by the girls. =)"
-Janet Wong, Hiller Aviation Musuem, March 7, 2009
"Thanks for making our night so special. We want to do it again if for no other reason than to get to see you guys again. Hopefully, weÕll be invited to an event that youÕre doing. The four of you worked together so well, and were so eager to help us with anything we needed. Brian was great right before the starting time to help put those Oscar statue lights together. Ari & Mel were wonderful with the kids and the adults. We had so many people remark how wonderful all of you were with the party."
-Lisa Bialkin, Embassy Suites - San Rafael, February 7, 2009
"We can't thank you enough for your exceptional help at Paris' Bar Mitzvah. Solomon, JT and Rachel were beyond fantastic. They set the tone for the evening and I can assure you that they made evening a smashing success for both the kids and adults. We love everything about working with your team. From the early planning sessions to the detailed schedules to the song selections to sensing the mood of the kids and adults at all times to, most importantly, the engagement of everyone at the event. Your team worked so well together with each other and with us, it was simply an absolute joy to have you running the entertainment.
I run a theatrical production company myself, and I can attest to you and any future clients that there is no more fun, professional, or thoughtful firm doing the work you do anywhere. Kudos to you all for the making ours son's and our night one of the most joyous celebrations ever."
-Sloane & Nick, UC Berkeley Gaculty Club, January 24, 2009
"let me just say Solomon was awesome. He was so relaxed and so able to roll with the events of the evening. He also was a great listener and set the tone of the evening exactly the way we wanted it. Guests, family members and the party planner loved him. I am sure Ari was a great help to Solomon and she is a great dancer but I am not sure this crowd needed a "motivator" they seemed to know what to do from the get go. The photo bar was a total success. It was a great activity for a crowd that had been to many Bat/Bar Mitzvahs. I was surprised to see David, the photographer shooting the crowd throughout the evening and wondered if I could have access to his proofs and order more individual and photobooth photos. "
-Sara Heller, Harbor Point Racquet Club, November 22, 2008
"Dan - awesome - awesome - awesome -- Solomon and the team had the kids up and running from the start - and they didn't stop until it was time to go home -- Absolutely a blow out party -- thank you to everyone!"
-Julianne Schwartz, Temple Isaiah, November 8, 2008