Classical Guitarist - Derek Macrae
- Toronto, ON
- Guitarist
- 69 Verified Bookings
David D. G. said “Thanks so much Darek! It was a pleasure to have you perform for our party.”
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Erik loves providing wedding music for the chance to contribute to a beautiful and special day. He offers classical guitar favorites, traditional wedding music, and a wide range of pop music carefully adapted for solo guitar. Erik’s violin & guitar duo create a playful and upbeat atmosphere with jazz, bossa nova, and pop/rock music – all played with a classical twist.
Erik and his duo enjoy playing other events too, from house concerts to fundraisers and corporate functions. See his website for more information, including song lists and samples.
Consider booking Erik for a solo concert to experience his crisp, colorful playing augmented by informative and entertaining narrative.
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Erik loves performing as a soloist, with his violin & guitar duo, and with his guitar trio. Having earned his doctorate in music from the Eastman School of Music, Erik is skilled, knowledgeable, and organized. He is an excellent communicator and enjoys working with clients to create the perfect musical atmosphere for their event.
He particularly likes playing music for weddings because it’s a chance to contribute to a beautiful and special day. An accomplished classical guitarist, Erik feels at ease playing classical guitar favorites, traditional wedding music, and a wide range of pop music carefully adapted for solo guitar.
Erik and his groups enjoy playing a variety of events, from house concerts to fundraisers and corporate functions. His violin & guitar duo offers a playful and upbeat atmosphere with jazz, bossa nova, and pop/rock music – all played with a classical twist! His highly regarded guitar trio, Trio Ghidorah, plays unique arrangements of classical and Latin American music adapted for guitar. Please contact him to discuss details and to curate the perfect music for your event!
As a solo concert artist, Erik is known for his thoughtful and cohesive programming. His crisp and colorful playing is augmented by informative and entertaining narrative between pieces. Ask about booking an intimate and memorable solo guitar performance!
Contact Erik or see his website for more information.
June 15, 2024 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Dinner Party |
July 27, 2024 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Concert |
August 31, 2024 • 10:00am - 12:00pm | Concert |
~SOLO GUITAR~
Classical Guitar Favorites:
Julia Florida by Agustin Barrios
Lagrima by Francisco Tárrega
Recuerdos de la Alhambra by Francisco Tárrega
Prayer (“Gebeth”) by Johann Kaspar Mertz
Cancion de Cuna (lullaby) by Leo Brouwer
and many more...
Wedding Favorites:
Air on the G String by Bach
Ave Maria by Schubert
Bridal Chorus by Wagner
Canon in D by Pachelbel
Prelude in C for Keyboard (BWV 846) by Bach
Prelude for Cello (BWV 1007) by Bach
Wedding March by Mendelssohn
Pop/Rock:
“Euphoria” by BTS
“Hallelujah” by Cohen/Buckley
“Here Comes the Sun” by The Beatles
“In My Life” by The Beatles
“Over the Rainbow”
“Peace Train” by Cat Stevens
“Something” by The Beatles
and many more possible...
~GUITAR & VIOLIN~
Classical:
Gymnopédie No. 1 by Erik Satie
Libertango by Astor Piazzolla
Salut d’Amour by Edward Elgar
Ständchen by Franz Schubert
Suite Buenos Aires by Maximo Diego Pujol
Jazz:
“All of Me”
“Beautiful Love”
“Black Orpheus”
“Blue Bossa”
“Blue Moon”
“Desafinado”
“Girl from Ipanema”
“Lullaby of Birdland”
“One Note Samba”
“They Can’t Take That Away from Me”
Pop/Rock:
“Across the Universe” by The Beatles
“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell
“Dancin’ in the Moonlight” by King Harvest
“Halo” by Beyoncé
“Harvest Moon” by Neil Young
“How Long Will I Love You” by Ellie Goulding
“I’ll Follow the Sun” by The Beatles
“Just the Way You Are” by Bruno Mars
“Love Me Like You Do” by Ellie Goulding
“Magic” by Coldplay
“Make You Feel My Love” by Adele
“Perfect” by Ed Sheeran
“Starry Eyed” by Ellie Goulding
“Thinking Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran
“Viva La Vida” by Coldplay
“Watermelon Sugar” by Harry Styles
“We’re Going to Be Friends” by The White Stripes
“When You Wish Upon a Star” by Cliff Edwards
“Wildest Dreams” by Taylor Swift
“The Wind” by Cat Stevens
“You Are the Sunshine of My Life” by Stevie Wonder
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Access to power outlet (if amplification needed)
David D. G. said “Thanks so much Darek! It was a pleasure to have you perform for our party.”
Evan P. said “These guys crushed it.”
Scotty S. said “Gentleman. Loves his craft. Entertaining. Wish he had a few more tracks to dance to for my Mother. Still great!”
Christine B. said “Dennis and the rest of the band were truly awesome! Easy to work with and they played a great selection of music including all the requests they had?…”