Our Founders Embody World-class Musicianship, Exceptional Service, Love, Care, and Passion for clients’ vision.

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Rebecca Schlappich Charles

Founder, DJ, Grammy Award Winning Violinist

Rebecca brings her depth of experience, artistic leadership, and thoughtful approach to every event her company serves—creating elevated, joyful entertainment that feels as personal as it is polished.

  • Rebecca Schlappich Charles is a classically trained, Grammy-nominated violinist and violist with over a decade of experience bringing unforgettable live music to weddings, celebrations, and luxury events. As founder of Little Lake Entertainment, Rebecca leads with both artistic excellence and genuine care—believing that the most meaningful events are the ones where everyone feels seen, celebrated, and joyfully included.

    A graduate of the Manhattan School of Music, Rebecca has built a career that bridges classical mastery with modern versatility. She is a co-founder of Los Angeles–based multi-genre string quartet Quartet405 and a proud member of the two-time Grammy Award–winning Mariachi Divas. Her work spans intimate ceremonies to large-scale productions, always tailored to reflect each client’s unique story.

    Rebecca’s career has taken her from world-class concert halls to iconic stages, sharing music with artists such as Avril Lavigne, Paul Anka, Nick Jonas, Ben Harper, Deadmau5, Rufus Wainwright, Luis Miguel, and more. As a recording artist, she has contributed to projects across genres, appearing on television programs including Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Late Show with David Letterman, and Conan.

    At the heart of Rebecca’s work is connection—between music, people, and moments that matter. Alongside her performance career, she has spent over 20 years teaching and supporting music education, and has participated in global cultural exchange through Cultures in Harmony in communities across Cameroon, the Philippines, and Egypt.

    Today, Rebecca brings her depth of experience, artistic leadership, and thoughtful approach to every event her company serves—creating elevated, joyful entertainment that feels as personal as it is polished. To learn more about Rebecca, click here.

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Olivia Charles

Founder, Grammy Award Winning Drummer, NAACP Image Award Winner, DJ, & Multi-Instrumentalist

Olivia brings a grounded, art-forward approach to celebrations—creating musical experiences that feel intentional, dynamic, and deeply attuned to the people in the room.

  • Olivia is a Southern California–based DJ, drummer, and multi-instrumentalist whose work is shaped by decades of deep immersion in LA’s music culture. Raised in Silver Lake, she has spent over thirty years moving fluidly through LA’s creative communities, developing a sound and sensibility that are both expansive and intuitive.

    As a touring and recording drummer, Olivia has spent over three decades with Ben Harper and the Innocent Criminals and collaborated with a wide range of influential artists, including Gogol Bordello, Rhythm Roots Allstars, Ghostface Killah, and De La Soul. Her experience across genres informs her work as a DJ and musical curator, where rhythm, energy, and emotional pacing are at the center of every event she designs.

    Through Little Lake Entertainment, Olivia brings a grounded, art-forward approach to celebrations—creating musical experiences that feel intentional, dynamic, and deeply attuned to the people in the room. Her philosophy is rooted in the belief that great events are not just heard, but felt.

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Dennis Mitsuo Masuda

Founder & DJ

Dennis brings both technical precision and a wide-ranging musical sensibility to every event, helping create celebrations that feel cohesive, dynamic, and deeply considered.

  • Dennis Mitsuo Masuda is a Los Angeles–based DJ whose work is defined by musical range, cultural fluency, and an intuitive sense of energy. Raised in Huntington Beach, California, Dennis’s relationship with music began early—shaped by an eclectic cassette tape collection that spanned Led Zeppelin, The Temptations, Little Richard, Run-D.M.C., Michael Jackson, and beyond. That early exposure laid the foundation for a style rooted in curiosity, versatility, and deep respect for musical lineage.

    Today, Dennis is known for his ability to move seamlessly between atmospheres—bringing high-impact energy to the dance floor or a refined, effortless feel to more intimate lounge settings. His approach is intentional and responsive, guided by the belief that great DJing is about reading the room and shaping moments that feel natural, elevated, and unforgettable.

    As a founder, Dennis brings both technical precision and a wide-ranging musical sensibility to every event, helping create celebrations that feel cohesive, dynamic, and deeply considered.

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