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Ben Lougheed
Overview
Ben is an active performing classical guitarist, providing music for a wide variety of occasions including weddings, art gallery openings, corporate events and fundraisers. His vast repertoire includes light classical and romantic music, older pop and rock songs, Bach suites, and much more. Ben is currently a masters student at Florida State University studying Classical Guitar Performance with Bruce Holzman.
Reviews
3 reviews
Ed
January 20, 2020Exquisite Sound & Guitar Mastery
Ben is a phenomenal professional guitar player. From our first contact he put us at ease about our 110-person event overlooking the FSU stadium. The music was perfect. Elegant yet not so overpowering as to drown out conversation.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
Nancy B.
November 4, 2018Great music!
Ben provided wedding reception music that set a nice mood for guests to enjoy outdoor dining and conversation. He was on time, was an excellent musician and played the entire time agreed upon. Very happy we found him!
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
Lori J.
April 19, 2018Family Engagement Party
Ben was very responsive and attentive to all of my concerns. This was our first time hiring a solo artist. He worked well with our group and was very professional. Ben is a very talented artist and his playing made our event a night to remember.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist, Guitarist
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 300 minutes
What to expect
Performs a wide style ranges from classical, Spanish/flamenco, jazz, and pop for any and all events.
About
Dr. Ben Lougheed has been performing professionally since he was fifteen years old and has played over 150 gigs around the country at venues as diverse as the Florida Capital Building, Jacksonville beaches, concert halls, and private homes. His vast repertoire includes light classical and romantic music, pop and rock songs, jazz tunes, flamenco Spanish music, Bach suites, and much more.
He also regularly plays with other musicians and can arrange for duos with flute, violin, or voice to come to your event and add a touch of class and liveliness that can't be matched by recordings.
Your guests will be treated to the beautiful music of the guitar, a sound that is distinctive enough to make an impression and create a mood, yet reserved enough to not intrude on the event. What's more, with a professional microphone and amplifier setup, it is perfect for indoor or outdoor occasions.
Hire Ben for your next event!
Weddings * Private Parties * Corporate Events * Art Galleries * Fundraisers
Additional booking notes
AKG C 535 EB Stage Microphone
Amplifier
Portable music stand
Microphone stand
Services offered
Past booked events
September 2025
20
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Milton, DE
October 2024
08
Tuesday
Corporate Event
12:30pm - 1:30pm
•
Philadelphia, PA
07
Monday
Corporate Event
2:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Washington, DC
January 2020
18
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:30pm - 6:15pm
•
Tallahassee, FL
18
Saturday
Wedding Reception
3:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Tallahassee, FL
April 2019
13
Saturday
Festival
12:00pm - 1:00pm
•
Tallahassee, FL
November 2018
03
Saturday
Wedding Reception
1:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Monticello, FL
May 2015
31
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Panacea, FL
Set list
• Recuerdos del Alhambra by Tarrega
• Cavatina from The Deer Hunter by Myers
• Sevillana by Torroba
• Assortment of movements from Lute Suites by J.S. Bach
• Winter, Second Movement and Spring, First Movement from The Four Seasons by Antonio Vivaldi
• Various Beatles tunes including: Yesterday, Hello/Goodbye, Here Comes the Sun, Penny Lane, While My Guitar Gently Weeps
• Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring by J.S. Bach
• Pavane by Faur
• Capricho Arabe by Tarrega
Popular Selections for Weddings
• Pachelbel’s Canon
• Air on the G String by Bach
• Bridal Chorus by Wagner
• Minuet from the String Quartet by Boccherini
• Prince of Denmark’s March by Clarke
• Wedding March by Mendelssohn
Influences and inspiration
Andres Segovia, Julian Bream, John Williams, The Beatles, Rodrigo y Gabriela
Setup requirements
Chair without arms
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