Adam Cotton

Los Angeles, CA

$200 and up

Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

Looking for a classical guitarist with that cool, fun and modern edge for your special event? You found him! Guitarist Adam Cotton is known for his cathedral-like renditions of everything from Beethoven and Bach to Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, Radiohead and even Lady Gaga. If you're looking for that reliable, easy to get along with and flexible performer who is open to your ideas and wants to help make your event as memorable as possible--look no further and click Book Now!

Stylistic options:
-traditional spanish classical guitar music

-classical renditions of pop music from the 60's to the present, see below for artists

-slow ethereal candlelight-style

-upbeat cocktail-style


Reviews

3 reviews

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Meri F.

September 29, 2015
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Great to work with, easygoing, punctual

Adam was on time. Learned a special song I had requested. Did a great job. I would hire him again if we had another event.

Hired as: Classical Guitarist


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Catrina B.

November 27, 2012

Adam's playing will take you to the heavens!

I hire Adam to play for my Ultimate Relaxation Yoga class. He is very in tune with the mood of the class and instantly relaxes everyone in the class. (Not only with his beautiful guitar work, but his sweet demeanor) He is a very happy, fun, and best of all, a genuine soul! My students request him all of the time. He is so accommodating too, playing requests from all of my students. I feel so blessed to have found such an amazing guitar player who also just happens to be incredibly sweet and always smiling! He is a true professional who always shows up early and goes above and beyond to prepare for my class. Definitely the best man for any guitar gig!

Hired as: Classical Guitarist


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Ruth F.

November 1, 2012

Perfect Background Music -- A First Class Touch

Clients and agents alike have not stopped talking about what a marvelous idea it was to have a classical guitarist playing both my open houses and brokers tours. It added a new dimension to the tour experience and enhanced the property’s appeal. Adam is the perfect background music—enchanting and appealing; a subtle but profoundly first class touch.

Hired as: Classical Guitarist

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Booking information

Price range: $200 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 120 - 480 minutes

What to expect

Professionalism, punctuality, flexibility, having a positive attitude and being easy & fun to work worth are all things that are important to Adam as a performer and vendor. Being a soloist allows him to be adaptable to a large variety of events and spaces, so the performances will vary depending on the circumstances. For example a lunchtime party performance is going to vary in atmosphere from a candlelight dinner performance. Adam will make sure and speak with you before the date to understand your expectations for the event so he can be sure they are met.

About

Classical Style Repertoire includes: Beethoven, Bach, Tarrega, Satie, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Radiohead, Garcia, Bossa Nova, Lou Harrison, Lady Gaga, Sting, Brouwer, Villa Lobos, Domineconi, Arcade Fire and many more!

Available to play gigs indoors or outdoors in Los Angeles, San Diego,
Santa Barbara, Palm Springs and all surrounding SoCal
areas.

BIO
Adam Cotton is a classical guitarist with 20 years of playing and 15 years of performing experience. Adam received his degree in music from the University of California in Santa Cruz where he studied classical guitar with Mesut zgen and later with Benjamin Verdery, the chair of classical guitar at Yale. Along with playing weddings, private parties and corporate events, Adam can also be found playing at high-end open houses. He has partnered with a handful of realtors with great successes from Pacific Union, The Grubb Co. and Sotheby's International.

Venues played:
Ritz Carlton, Montage Laguna Beach Resort, The Resort at Pelican Hill, The Brazilian Room, Stag's Leap Winery, numerous high-end open houses and many private and corporate events

Additional booking notes

Excerpted from performance contract:
-Artist Setup – The Artist must be given complete & unrestricted access to the event site at a minimum of 60 minutes prior to “start time” for setup. Multi-room and outdoor events require a minim of 90 minutes setup time. The Artist requires access (within 20 feet of setup) to one grounded outlet (3 prong) capable of carrying a consistent 15 amp load. The artist is not responsible for equipment failure caused by insufficient/inconsistent power supply.
-Artist Space and Lighting Requirements - The Client will provide a safe playing location with some ambient light (approximately a 6 foot x 6 foot space, candlelight is ok).
-Deposit of half of final payment to be paid to reserve date
-Deposit Refund - The deposit is refundable in full if services are 
cancelled 60 days prior to event. The deposit is 50% refundable if services are cancelled 59 to 30 days prior to event. The deposit is not refundable within 30 days of the performance.

Past booked events

September 2015

26

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

5:00pm - 7:30pm

Ventura, CA

Set list

Classical Style Repertoire includes: Beethoven, Bach, Tarrega, Satie, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Radiohead, Garcia, Bossa Nova, Lou Harrison, Lady Gaga, Sting, Brouwer, Villa Lobos, Domineconi, The Doors, Satie, Arcade Fire and many more!

Influences and inspiration

Pink Floyd, The Beatles, Philip Glass, John Fahey, Andres Segovia, George Winston, John Williams, Led Zeppelin, The Beach Boys, Radiohead, Benjamin Verdery, Arcade Fire

Setup requirements

One grounded outlet within 20 feet of performance area

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