Brian Sabel

Columbus, OH

$200–$800

Travels up to 60 miles

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Overview

Step into a night of music that feels both timeless and personal. As a singer and guitarist, I bring a fresh, soulful spin to classic favorites and modern singalongs. My setlist blends crowd-pleasers like Brown Eyed Girl, Free Fallin’, and Sweet Caroline with heartfelt ballads and upbeat anthems that keep the energy flowing. Whether it’s a packed bar, a wedding reception, or a private party, I create the right atmosphere for every occasion — music that gets people smiling, singing, and making memories together.


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Booking information

Price range: $200–$800

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

What to expect

As a solo acoustic singer and guitarist, I bring a fresh energy to timeless favorites and modern singalongs that keep every crowd engaged. My performances blend classics like Brown Eyed Girl, Free Fallin’, and Sweet Caroline with heartfelt ballads and upbeat anthems, creating the perfect soundtrack for bars, weddings, and private events. With years of experience and a natural connection to the audience, I deliver more than just music — I create interactive, memorable nights where people sing, laugh, and celebrate together.

I can bring my own pro-level sound gear, am easy to work with, and always show up prepared. I tailor each set to the vibe you're going for, and can even include a few special requests (as long as they fit the style). Whether you want music that blends into the background or something that gets guests singing along, I've got you covered.

About

Step into a night of music that feels both timeless and personal. As a singer and guitarist, I bring a fresh, soulful spin to classic favorites and modern singalongs. My setlist blends crowd-pleasers like Brown Eyed Girl, Free Fallin’, and Sweet Caroline with heartfelt ballads and upbeat anthems that keep the energy flowing. Whether it’s a packed bar, a wedding reception, or a private party, I create the right atmosphere for every occasion — music that gets people smiling, singing, and making memories together.

With years of performance experience and a natural ability to connect with an audience, I offer more than just background music — I deliver an engaging, interactive show. From spontaneous crowd requests to late-night encore singalongs, every performance is shaped by the room. If you’re looking for music that keeps the night alive and gets everyone involved, my solo acoustic act is ready to make your event unforgettable.

Based in Columbus, Ohio and available for travel, I am a seasoned professional with a degree in music and years of performance experience across genres and venues—from Beale Street in Memphis to upscale restaurants, casinos, and hotels. I provide my own professional sound equipment and can seamlessly integrate with venue systems.

I customize each setlist to fit the occasion and am happy to accommodate special requests that suit the jazz standard style. Whether you’re planning a wedding reception, holiday gathering, or company party, my music creates an inviting and unforgettable atmosphere.

Additional booking notes

-Minimum 5' x 8' area if using a PA system. Minimum 4' x 6' for smaller events where my amplifier is sufficient. Performance area must be flat, level, dry, and protected from the elements.
-One 120-volt grounded outlet (minimum 15 Amps) within 20' of the performance location, preferably on its own breaker.
-A closet, side room, or other location to stow cases during the performance.

Set list

Tunes you know and love. The list is extensive and ever-growing. But here's a sample of the kinds of songs you can expect.

Pop/Rock
-Summer of '69
-Brown Eyed Girl
-Never Gonna Give You Up
-Sweet Caroline
-Hey Ya!
-Rocket Man
-Waterfalls
-Bad Moon Rising
-Every Breath You Take
-1979

Great American Songbook
-Fly Me to the Moon
-Unforgettable
-The Way You Look Tonight
-It Had to Be You
-Stardust
-Almost Like Being In Love
-Beyond the Sea
-Paper Moon
-Autumn Leaves
-Don't Get Around Much Anymore

Christmas Tunes
-A Holly Jolly Christmas
-Frosty the Snowman
-Christmastime Is Here
-I'll Be Home for Christmas
-It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Influences and inspiration

John Mellencamp, Paul Simon, Tom Petty, Bryan Adams, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darren, Bing Crosby

Setup requirements

For events under 200 guests, I can provide all equipment. For larger crowds, we should discuss options.

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