What people are saying….

  • “Jeff performed the ceremony music for our daughter’s wedding and did an amazing job. His talent adds a level of elegance to the ceremony. His performance was nothing short of perfect!! And, he provided the officiant’s lapel mic and the entire ceremony could be well heard by everyone!! Thank you again for being a special part of Hunter & Brennan’s day!!!” Wanda Straub, mother of the bride. Ceremony music.

  • “Jeff is the most wonderful musician and person to work with. Always professional and flexible to your needs. His talent is fantastic. I couldn’t have asked for a better choice! Trust me when I say, if you want a cellist for your event, this is your guy!” Ron Patti, groom. Ceremony and cocktail hour music.

  • “An Exceptional Cellist Who Elevates Every Event: We absolutely love having Jeff Hatley perform at our venue! Jeff is not only an incredibly talented cellist, but he also brings a warmth and professionalism that makes every event he plays truly special. Whether he’s setting the mood for an intimate gathering or providing a rich musical backdrop for a larger event, Jeff’s music consistency elevates the experience for our guests. Clients who hire Jeff always have wonderful things to say—his music is moving, elegant, and performed with obvious passion and skill. He’s reliable, easy to work with and an absolute joy to have in our space. We can’t recommend him highly enough! If you’re considering live music for your event, do yourself a favor and book Jeff Hatley. You won’t be disappointed.” Tonya Astin, event manager, Rose Hill Estate

  • "We cannot say enough wonderful things about Jeff!! He was absolutely fantastic and made our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour feel truly magical with his beautiful cello music. His song list was incredible, and he was more than happy to learn pieces that weren’t already on his list, making everything feel so personal and special. We received countless compliments from our guests about how amazing he was. We could not recommend him more—he was such a crucial part of our day! Thank you Jeff for making our wedding all the more memorable." Graceann Bronson, bride. Ceremony and cocktail hour music, officiant mic service.

  • “You did an outstanding job!! Even my neighbors that did not attend the party enjoyed your music!! Thank you so much, not only for your talent but for all of your hard work!! I will definitely be using you again for future events.” Rhonda Price. Cello music for dinner, DJ service afterward.

  • “Thank you so much for the wonderful experience you gave us this past Saturday. You were the bomb! I don’t know what we would have done without you. You were an ever-present presence with beautiful music, yet you were so discrete that I only noticed how perfect everything was!'“ Gillian Moore, bride. Ceremony cello and reception DJ service.

  • “Jeff performed at my daughter and new son-n-law’s wedding. His music is absolutely beautify and just set the whole mood. He was wonderful to work with and very informative and quick to respond through the booking process. He even learned a new song for the wedding that was not on his original play list. Highly recommend if you are looking for beautiful music for a wedding or any type of event. Thank you Jeff!” Jennifer Eller Powell, mother-of-the-bride. Ceremony cello.

  • “I can't thank Jeff Hatley, Event Cello enough for the wonderful performance at our wedding! From the moment the music began, it set the perfect tone for our special day. The cello added such elegance and emotion to the ceremony, and the beautiful melodies perfectly complemented every moment. Our guests were all raving about how  enchanting the music was. We couldn't have asked for a better addition to our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. Thank you for making our day even more unforgettable!” Pauline Digiorgio, bride. Ceremony cello.

  • “Jeff performed the ceremony music at our wedding and did a phenomenal job! The entire process was very thorough and Jeff was easy to communicate with during planning. His song selection is vast and it was hard to narrow down our favorites! We had several musicians in the crowd and many of our guests commented on the quality of the performance. He truly elevated the feel of the ceremony. Our groomsmen also really appreciated the little snippet of the Game of Thrones theme they requested while getting ready!” Kalin Williams, bride. Ceremony cello.

  • “Jeff Hatley was one of my favorite vendors to work with for my wedding day. He was responsive, easy to work with, incredibly affordably, and the quality of his music was perfect. Jeff has a variety of songs on his setlist, but was willing to learn additional songs as well. We will definitely be recommending Jeff to our friends and family for their special occasions in the future” Alexa Vargas, bride. Ceremony cello.

  • “Jeff was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding! His talent is truly exceptional, and our guests were captivated by each of his performances. Jeff's live performance added an elegant and emotional depth to our ceremony, taking it to the next level. His professionalism, warmth, and dedication to his craft made the experience unforgettable. We couldn't have asked for a better musician to make our day special. Highly, highly recommend!” Sarah & Yousef, Nassar / Abu-Salha wedding. Ceremony cello.

  • “You were awesome! Thank you so much for your services!” Jakara Robinson, bride. Ceremony cello.

  • “Jeff performed during our wedding ceremony and it was amazing! The music was absolutely beautiful. He learned the song I have always wanted to walk down the aisle to, and he went above and beyond to make sure everything turned out good. Would definitely recommend booking him for your events!!”. Aligrace Dye, bride. Ceremony cello.

  • “Thank you so much for being a part of Addie and Trent’s special day! The music was great! I am sorry I didn’t get a chance to speak with you and wanted to let you know how much we appreciated you yesterday!” Tammy Jones, mother of the bride. Ceremony and cocktail hour cello.

  • “Jeff- everything was wonderful, and the music was beautiful!
    Thank you so much for being a part of our daughter’s special day. You set the tone for the whole wedding ceremony and made everything perfect” Christian Collins, father of the bride. Ceremony cello.

  • “THANK YOU!!! A MILLION TIMES! You were PERFECT!” Mckaylah Cox, bride. Ceremony cello

  • “Jeff—we collected some nice feedback and we would love to have you back…I will be in touch!” Liz Miller, City Club Raleigh. Dinner music cello.

  • “Thank you so much!!! it was absolutely beautiful…You were amazing!” Mackenzie Godwin, bride. Ceremony cello.

  • “Your music was absolutely beautiful and we heard nothing but sensational things about both the ceremony and cocktail hour. Thank you for accommodating the song requests and being so wonderful about it all.” Melissa Eatmon, bride

  • “Thank YOU! We truly appreciate the time and talent you shared with us at the Gala. Many guests remarked how your music made the cocktail hour a relaxing experience. Again, thank you for helping us raise funds to help others.” Laurie Hughes, Executive Director, American Red Cross.

  • “I want to thank you again for playing for Denise’s party tonight. It was all so very nice and your lovely music made it even more special…your music was wonderful. Thanks again!!.” Gerald Huff, birthday celebration.

  • “Thank you so much for playing last night! Everyone loved it and the music selection was perfect! You made the ceremony so special! You have our highest recommendation” Lauren Farris-Hoivik, bride. Ceremony cello.

  • “We were thrilled to have you at our last Sip & See with Tar River Arts Collaborative. We received such great feed b ack regarding your performance. Thank you again and here’s to many more collaborations!!!” Halifax County Arts Council

  • “Book Jeff Today! Provided fun and easy background music for our Boxing N Brews event at Bin & Barrel. Can’t wait to have him back for future events!” Boxhause Rocky Mount

  • “….loved having you! I will definitely reach out for some future dates.” Sarah Hicks, Bin and Barrel Wine Bar and Bottles

  • “Jeff was a pleasure to work with for our Music in the Vineyard series. Music selection was varied and very popular with our crowd. Beautiful music! Highly recommend.” Sarah Taylor, Junius Lindsay Vineyards

  • “Can’t wait to share your incredible bass and cello work!” Steve Hartsoe Music. Bass and cello recording.