Ben Lahring

My goal is to make your experience as stress-free and enjoyable as possible!

I present instrumental music, in almost any style, for solo guitar. If a specific style is not specified, I present a selection of tried-and-tested background music that is a mixture of classical, latin, and recognizable popular songs. I'm also happy to prepare custom arrangements of specific songs, which is a very popular service for wedding ceremonies.

I have decades of performance experience and professional training and I'm willing to present "concert" pieces as performances in addition to my standard background music services, if desired.

From his formative years spent in tropical northern Australia to a globe-spanning music career, Ben Lahring has established himself as a captivating performer with “absolutely beautiful” interpretations (Liona Boyd) and a “gift of playing the intention behind the music” (William Beauvais, composer).

Lahring has always been bold in his musical explorations, with engagements ranging from a year-long solo-guitar performance residency in Sydney, Australia, to touring with choirs, rock bands and soul singers. He was a regular fixture in the New York City guitar scene for several years, where he released his first album of solo guitar music, praised for displaying “a natural feel for the music” (This is Classical Guitar).

Lahring’s latest album, Driftwood, has been reviewed to high acclaim as "a work of originality and shimmering beauty" (Vivascene) and “one of the most singularly beautiful guitar recitals” (Fanfare Magazine). He completed his graduate studies as a scholarship student at the University of Calgary and his solo concerts always include meaningful original compositions in addition to musical gems from Australia, Canada and other places he’s lived and traveled.

I bring all my own gear, including a professional battery-powered amplifier that is suitable for small-medium venues. If there is a house system or secondary PA, I'm happy plugging into it for additional volume if needed.