About Us
Bright Set Entertainment is not just a full service entertainment agency with over 200 options for live music and DJs. We are a family and a network of musicians and other professionals who believe strongly in a set of core values. These values include communication, expression through music and all art forms, community connection, passion, artist equity, and shared value for all involved. The agency was founded by Cassandra Stern, a singer, gigging musician, band manager, booking agent, and overall music lover. As a musician and music industry expert, Cassandra understands the importance of music in today’s society. She strongly believes that music goes beyond a simple melody or harmony line. Instead, she believes that it is one of the most powerful elements involved in our emotional well-being.
She is proud that her agency offers almost every genre of music in any arrangement and loves being able to bring the latest technology in lighting services and photo booth rentals to her valued clients. The services that Bright Set offers are ideal for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and so much more. The entertainment is top notch, which is evident in each performance. Many of Bright Set Entertainment musicians are also award-winning. They have been featured at large venues like Boston’s TD Garden and the Comcast Center, and have played with celebrity musicians, such as The Zac Brown Band, Kenny Chesney, Gwen Stefani, BB King, Jimmy Buffett, and many more!
Meet Cassandra
Bright Set Entertainment’s founder, Cassandra Stern graduated from Hofstra University with a Bachelor’s degree in Audio/Radio, Speech Communication, Performance and Rhetoric Studies. Since then, she has started an exciting and fast-paced career in the entertainment industry, planning and executing a multitude of concerts and events for the #1 radio station in New York City and the top two radio stations in Boston. She’s also worked for Sony Records, helping to launch multiple artists signed by the record label.
Cassandra’s experience in the entertainment industry was only strengthened by the start of her performance-based career, as the lead vocalist for a funk, soul and blues band, touring venues all over New England. After the success of her first band, Cassandra not only started her own acoustic project, but also launched Bright Set Entertainment, solidifying her position as an artist and booking agent.
Outside of running the agency, you can find Cassandra gigging with her band and spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys singing, socializing, and (although she’d never publicly admit it) the occasional nap.
Past Reviews
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“DJ Josh created the exact atmosphere that we had hoped for, facilitated the flow of the event by being our MC, and did a fantastic job of reading the ‘crowd’. At the start of every song, we found ourselves connecting with DJ Josh by giving a nod of excited approval or a thumbs-up. He did such a wonderful job of setting the tone for the night; his spirited enthusiasm, professionalism, and genuine positivity made the evening so enjoyable for all. We hope there will be another opportunity to hire a DJ, because DJ Josh will be our first choice without hesitation.”
– Anne W.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“We were extremely pleased with the musicians at our wedding! [They] really helped contribute to the enchanting & magical ambiance of our Monet theme. They played with style, elegance, & professionalism…and the “Mission Impossible” theme, in particular, was a huge hit when our “Ring Security” boy made his grand entrance down the aisle during the ceremony! Thank you for your services. If we ever need musicians for a future event, we will be sure to call!”
– Charles N.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“We used Bright Set to book the bands for three of our events and I can confidently say that the music was by far the LEAST stressful part of the whole event process! Casey is incredibly detail-oriented, taking care to ensure that the band is a good fit for both your budget AND your vision. But the thing that really blew me away about working with Bright Set was the personal attention we got…We will definitely be using Bright Set Entertainment again in the future!”
– Jenny A.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“Thank you so much from the beginning for helping us pick the BEST DJ and making our day so AWESOME. Seriously, DJ Taylor was so much fun and so professional. Even though we hadn’t met prior to the reception, he treated us like friends and guests thought we were as well. The venue coordinator spoke highly of you too, Cassandra, as you reached out to her and asked for an outline of the day. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!”
– Aubrey W.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“Cassandra gave us multiple music vendors to choose from and delivered exactly what we wanted. Perfectly and on time! She even made sure we had the music we wanted for the reception. Thank you!”
– Janis H.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“The music was exactly what I envisioned for the church setting! We had a cello and keyboard player and they played modern music from Ed Sheeran, John Legend, and Josh Groban, to name a few! We were very happy! Thank you Bright Set Entertainnent, y’all were awesome!”
– Katherine D.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“The girls were on time, very nice and played the hour and a half during ceremony and at my cocktail hour. The music was picked by my husband and I and sounded so beautiful. We had two violin players one of which was a student and you wouldn’t think she was because she played with amazing sound!”
– Amanda
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“Cassandra helped workshop the music for my wedding, picked through her collection of artists, and found 3 kick-butt options for us, all without requiring a deposit first. She was professional (while still having a sense of humor) – would highly recommend Bright Set Entertainment to anybody who wants awesome music at their event!”
– James S.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“As an event planner, Cassandra and Bright Set Entertainment have become my go-tos anytime I need a musician! The roster of artists is outstanding, covering a huge variety and price points. The best part is working with Cassandra- she is SO professional, very prompt, and she makes it so easy to coordinate everything. Can’t recommend Bright Set enough!”
– Morgan E.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“Bright Set Entertainment is a class act!!! Working with them has been a joy! I highly recommend using Bright Set Entertainment to line up an act for any occasion. Hal Holiday and The Tones look forward to working with Bright Set Entertainment for many years to come!”
– Paul D.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“Cassandra is amazing. We use her for our holiday entertainment and some weekends in our dining room. Our guests always enjoy her and the other artists she provides.”
– Brittney Davella, Rosaria Restaurant and Function Facility
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“Man, was the night a great turnout! DJ Josh was a big hit and I can’t tell you how many people came up to me complimenting the environment and the music being played. Thank you, thank you, thank you!”
– Dina F.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“Great to work with for booking! I have only had good experiences with my band working with Bright Set!”
– Hunter, Bright Set Entertainment Artist
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“[Bright Set Entertainment] does an outstanding job coordinating music for events and does it in a very professional way.”
– Paul F.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“We used Bright Set Entertainment recently to book a band and found them incredible to work with. Cassie brought some great examples of musicians, and really was able to understand the vibe we were going for. I also loved how the samples she had were what they would sound like live, versus studio produced samples. She also was incredibly responsive and professional. I didn’t even know where to begin when thinking about the right music and she made the process seamless.”
– Lola M.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“The residents loved [the musician]! They had nothing but great things to say, which is a huge compliment because I have a very tough crowd to please here. I am so glad [I was given] Bright Set Entertainment’s contact info because they truly have been a life saver and have made my events so much easier for me.”
– Amanda C.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“What a great night! Brianna was thrilled with her Sweet 16! Everything went smoothly & everyone there had so much fun! A huge thank you to Cassandra, DJ Chris, and the photo booth assistants! Brianna’s smile all night told us it was all worth it. 🙂 “
– Monica M.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“This company is reliable, responsibe, and man do they bring the best music around!”
– Miriam B.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“Melissa was amazing and Julie, I couldn’t believe how young she [was] and played violin so beautifully. They were both awesome and very genuine. Jim and I are so happy we went with [live music] instead of a DJ for the ceremony”
– Amanda G.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“I love the fact that Bright Set has so many options that they can customize to the client’s needs.”
– Tracy D., Owner of Inked Events
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“Professional, courteous, and prompt service. Couldn’t have asked for any better!”
– Sahar A.
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