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Overview
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Chuck is a guitarist/singer & instrumental violinist performing as a solo artist and in several ensembles including gospel artist Rich Parr & Soul Saver Band, the duo Chuck & Brad, and trio rock band IncrediBlues. He has been performing professionally for over 3 decades from New England to Florida. His experience includes hundreds of weddings ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions, along with corporate events, private parties & festivals. IncrediBlues is a 3 pc band that features songs from the 50's through today. Chuck and Brad features fiddle in country and DMB classics.
28 Reviews
Chuck’s music was great and he was such a nice guy!
We needed to move him and his partner from inside to outside and he was completely flexible with our request. I highly recommend him!!
Guitarist
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thanks! Chuck and Brad had a great time and we hope you did too!
We are a church and hired Chuck to accompany our other Musicians. He did not disappoint. He was incredible. He was easy to work with, and truly can play all different styles of music. He communicates and will be an asset to any venue, whether a soloist or with other instruments. Do not hesitate to hire him.
Violinist
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thanks so much for having me at your Easter Celebration!
I hope he had as good a time as we did (although we gave him a lotta lotta requests and he really came thru like a ROCK STAR with all of them. We had an absolute blast, singing along, dancing. And even his wife and assistant, Lou, was an absolute sweetheart and a pleasure, so kind. Thank you both! Thank you GigSalad!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Hello Adrienne
Thank you so much for having me entertain you all !! We had a great time too!
Chuck and Lou
Photos from this event
Chuck was professional, timely and a great communicator before the event. He did a terrific job vocally and meeting the mood of the event. We would highly recommend him.
Guitarist
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thank you so much for the great review AND for allowing me to be part of your special event to honor and celebrate your Mother.
Chuck played "amazing grace" on violin and
"over the rainbow" on ukulele as requested for my mother's funeral and it was truly a gift for everyone in the room. I think everyone left feeling a lil more high vibrational. I highly recommend.
Ukulele Player, Violinist
Chuck has a wonderful voice my sister 50th birthday was a hit for all the ages in the family. We had a blast thanks so much for the wonderful memories this night
Country Singer
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thanks so much for hiring me. Had a great time!
It was awesome my sister loved it thanks so much
Country Singer
Chuck has a wonderful voice my sister 50th birthday was a hit for all the ages in the family. We had a blast thanks so much for the wonderful memories this night
Country Singer
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thanks so much! I had a great time and I hope you all enjoyed it!
Chuck was amazing!
Violinist
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thanks so much for the great review!
Chuck was super accommodating and so easy to work with!
He played the violin and did such a great job!
Violinist
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thank you so much for the review. Best wishes for you both!!!
He was wonderful!
Folk Band
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thank you so much! I had a great time and if you ever need musical entertainment in the future, please keep me in mind for guitar/vocals OR instrumental violin too.
Chuck was extremely easy to work with during the booking process. He had a great playlist and learned two new songs per my request and nailed them! He was punctual and patient while we finished our meal. It was great getting to know you Chuck and look forward to booking you again!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thanks so much Will. I had a great time too!
Chuck was awesome! Very flexible with unfortunate weather, and stayed for a few extra songs! Highly recommend for any occasion
One Man Band
For our small event, Chuck was absolutely perfect. He planned exactly what we wanted and added his own as well that fit the vibe. We enjoyed every moment.Kind and easy to work with. Thanks Chuck!
Violinist, Singing Guitarist
Chuck was great! He came on time and played the songs I requested. His music was loved by everyone! Everyone, from the 3 year old to 75 year old's, loved him. I recommend him if you need a great guitarist and singer for your event!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Hello Ellen,
Thanks so much for the great review and for allowing me to be a part of your family reunion!
Chuck DiZ
Chuck was the perfect complement to our outdoor Welcome Dinner. Everyone commented on how great he was and the variety of songs was awesome.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Hello Noah, Thanks so much for allowing me to be a part of your celebration. Congratulations and good luck! Chuck DiZ
Chuck showed up early to set up and go over the song list with us. He started on time and played for four hours with only 2 small breaks. He interacted with the crowd the whole time. Definitely will call him next year when we are back in Florida
Acoustic Band
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thanks, Todd, for the great review. I had a great time and look forward to seeing the family again next year.
Chuck did a terrific job in customizing the playlist and letting some guests strum their guitars and sing along. A lot of fun!
One Man Band
We hired Chuck to perform at our parents 60th Wedding Anniversary. We were outdoors, poolside and he did a wonderful job. Played all the songs we asked him to.
One Man Band
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Hello Randy, Thanks so much for the review and allowing me to be a part of your family for what is probably the BEST MONDAY gig I've ever done. Chuck DiZ
I gave Chuck a list of songs and I couldn’t be happier with the performance. He was on time and extremely courteous. Very responsive to communication. Highly recommend this gentleman.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thanks Michael! I really appreciate the review and wish only the best for you and Heather. Good luck!
He was very timely and very professional. Had a variety of music that he played and was very good and accommodating.
One Man Band
Chuck DiZ was excellent! I would definitely recommend him!
Guitarist
Chuck played for our beach wedding and he was outstanding. He was flexible and professional. He was very talented and the music he played was perfect. Everyone was complimenting him throughout the meal and after. I would highly recommend him for any event!
Guitarist, Multi-Instrumentalist, Singing Guitarist, Violinist, Wedding Singer, One Man Band
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thanks so much Julie for allowing me to be a part of your special day. Good luck to the both of you!
Chuck was on time, professional and very talented! He had a great attitude and kept everyone entertained.
Guitarist, Ukulele Player, Wedding Singer
Chuck was great! He played for my parents anniversary party and was a hit! Showed up on time, played requested songs, and was very personable with the guests. Thanks Chuck!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thanks so much Kelly. Had a great time!!
Chuck was a great asset at our wedding and really went all out to make our big day even more special. He went out of his way to make sure we were always on the same page throughout the day and was just very personable. For our wedding, we had him play violin for the ceremony and guitar for the reception, Chuck excelled in both. His song lists are easy to pick from and he knows a lot of unique songs to put on your playlist. I HIGHLY recommend this man for your event, he is so kind and really does a great job, he takes great pride in his work and has a great voice.
Acoustic Band, Violinist
Response from Chuck DiZ:
Thanks so much Jamie!! Good luck !!
Booking Info
Price Range: $150 and up
Gig Length: 60 - 600 minutes
Languages: English
Website: Visit website
Phone Number: Call
What to Expect
Chuck provides classy and tasteful music for almost any occasion.
As a guitarist/vocalist, Chuck plays acoustic versions of hits from the past century! Pop/Rock, Country, Modern Rock, Southern Rock, Motown and Big Band/Jazz standards encompass his vast repertoire of contemporary music. If you cannot find a song or artist on his list of almost 300, he will learn any songs of your choice within his capabilities too. Just ask!
If you require solo violin, Chuck can provide classical or contemporary hits and will learn anything you require too.
All quotes include the natural amplification of music through one of his THREE high quality Bose systems that can be dialed into whatever volume the client requires. His equipment includes the highest quality instruments, effects, and one or more of his three Bose sound system designed to handle up to 100 people or over 300 people. Wireless microphones can be provided for the clients use if requested.
In order to get the correct mix of sound and provide a top-notched performance, Chuck typically arrives at least one hour prior to the start time for set up. When booking, please advise if this is a problem or issue.
About
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Classically trained on the violin from the age of eight, Chuck played in various orchestras and community groups for several years.
He toured England and Scotland with the Central Connecticut State University Orchestra in 1989. Then guitar and keys became his
instruments of choice for a decade or so. Performing professionally in wedding bands, rock, funk and original groups, Chuck
continued to gain experience throughout the New England area. In Desperado, the Authentic Eagles Tribute Band, he managed,
booked, and performed continuously for 2 years. As a sought after rhythm and lead player, he cut an album with Mr. OCD in 1998
before relocating to the Carolinas in 2000.
After playing lead guitar in a couple of local Charlotte rock and funk bands, he began to enjoy the roots of his musical development,
by playing fiddle full-time. Chuck joined Two Step, a Dave Matthews Tribute Band, touring throughout the Southeast from 2003 to
2005. He expanded his classical roots into the jazz and fiddle styles that have become a distinct sound that folks enjoy today.
Currently, Chuck is a full-time high school math teacher by day, private instructor in the afternoons and solo “adult contemporary” hit juke box in the evenings. Please contact Chuck for booking information and more details on how he can provide all of your musical entertainment needs from beginning to end. Acoustic solo, duo or trio instrumentation. Full wedding band capabilities with DJ style music of your choice during breaks. Solo classical or contemporary violin for tasteful ceremony music too!
Additional Booking Notes
In order to get the correct mix of sound and provide a top-notched performance, I typically arrives at least one hour prior to the start time for set up. When booking, please advise if this is a problem or issue.
For solo or duo acoustic bookings, a single power source should be available within a reasonable distance from the stage area. Ten feet is optimal, however, extension cords will work and the distance should be discussed beforehand so that I am prepared to reach the power source.
Approximate Space requirements
SOLO - 5' x 7' area
Duo - 10' x 15'
FULL Band trio - 20' x 20'
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
| July 30, 2021 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Reunion |
| June 26, 2021 • 2:00pm - 4:30pm | Personal Occasion |
| June 21, 2021 • 11:30am - 12:15pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| June 12, 2021 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
| June 11, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
| June 03, 2021 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| May 28, 2021 • 7:30pm - 10:30pm | House Party |
| May 01, 2021 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
| April 24, 2021 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| April 04, 2021 • 8:00am - 11:00am | Worship Service |
| March 27, 2021 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| January 23, 2021 • 6:45pm - 8:45pm | 3rd Anniversary |
| November 14, 2020 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | House Party |
| October 15, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Festival |
| August 21, 2020 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | House Party |
| May 07, 2020 • 8:30pm - 9:15pm | Surprise |
| March 08, 2020 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Anniversary Party |
| December 21, 2019 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm | Personal Occasion |
| November 23, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
| November 01, 2019 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
| October 26, 2019 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Children's Birthday Party |
| October 12, 2019 • 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
| August 10, 2019 • 1:00pm - 6:00pm | House Party |
| July 27, 2019 • 3:30pm - 7:30pm | Reunion |
| June 21, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
| June 09, 2019 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Birthday Party |
| May 31, 2019 • 6:30pm - 7:15pm | House Party |
| February 14, 2019 • 2:00pm - 2:30pm | Product Promotion |
| August 06, 2016 • 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Anniversary Party |
Set List
For a complete spread sheet of songs listed by YEAR, ARTIST, SONG TITLE or GENRE, please contact me. Here are some of my favorites...
Ain't No Sunshine Withers, Bill
American Girl Petty, Tom
Bad Moon Rising CCR
Bad, Bad Leroy Brown Croce, Jim
Barely Breathing Sheik, Duncan
Beyond the Sea Darin, Bobby
Big Green Tractor Aldean, Jason
Blue Christmas Elvis Pressley
Blue Suede Shoes Perkins, Carl / Presley, Elvis
Breakfast at Tiffany's Deep Blue Something
Brown Eyed Girl Van Morison
Budapest Ezra, George
Can't Help Falling in Love Presley, Elvis
Can't You See Marshall Tucker
Carefree Highway Lightfoot, Gordon
Carolina in My Mind Taylor, James
Cat's in the Cradle Chapin, Harry
Champagne Supernova Oasis
Come Monday Buffet, Jimmy
Comfortably Numb Pink Floyd
Crocodile Rock John, Elton
Cruise Florida-Georgia Line
Dancing in the Moonlight King Harvest
Daniel John, Elton
Danny's Song Loggins, Kenny
Devil Went Down to Georgia Charlie Daniel's Band
Did It for the Girl Bates, Greg
Don't Pull Your Love Out on Me Baby Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds
Drift Away Gray, Dobie
Drink in My Hand Church, Eric
Drive Cars, The
Drunk on You Bryan, Luke
Dust on the Bottle Murphy, David Lee
Evil Ways Santana
Feel Like Making Love Bad Company
Fields of Gold Sting
Fire and Rain Taylor, James
Fly Me to the Moon Sinatra, Frank
Folsom Prison Blues Cash, Johnny
Forever and Ever, Amen Tritt, Travis
Free Fallin' Petty, Tom
Friday I'm in Love Cure, The
Friend of the Devil Grateful Dead
Gambler, The Rogers, Kenny
Georgia on My Mind Charles, Ray
Go Your Own Way Fleetwood Mac
Good Ridance (Time of Your Life) Green Day
Heaven Adams, Bryan / Boyce Avenue
Ho Hey Lumineers, The
How Sweet It Is (to be Loved by You) Taylor, James
Hungry Heart Springsteen, Bruce
I Can See Clearly Now Nash, Johnny
I Got a Name Croce, Jim
I Shot the Sheriff Clapton, Eric
If You're Going Through Hell Atkins, Rodney
I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) Proclaimers, The
I'm Yours Mraz, Jason
Imagine Lennon, John
In the Summertime Mungo Jerry
Interstate Love Song Stone Temple Pilots
Is She Really Going Out with Him Jackson, Joe
Isn't She Lovely Wonder, Stevie
Just the Way You Are Joel, Billy
Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye Bryan, Luke
Knee Deep Buffet, Jimmy
Knee Deep Zac Brown Band
Knockin on Heaven's Door Dylan, Bob/Marley/G&R
KodaChrome Simon, Paul
Last Dance with Mary Jane Petty, Tom
Leader of the Band Fogelberg, Dan
Like a Rolling Stone Dylan, Bob
Little Pink Houses Cougar Mellencamp, John
Little Red Corvette Prince
Little Sister Elvis Presley
Long Haired Country Boy Charlie Daniel's Band
Love Her Madly Doors, The
Love the One Your With Crosby, Stills & Nash
Loves Me Like a Rock Simon, Paul
Loving You Is Fun Corbin, Eastin
Maggie May Stewart, Rod
Mama Tried Haggard, Merle
Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up to be Cowboys Jennings, Waylon
Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up to be Cowboys Nelson, Willie
Margaritaville Buffet, Jimmy
Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard Simon, Paul
Meet Virginia Train
Moon River Williams, Andy/Jerry Butler
Mr. Bojangles Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Mustang Sally Pickett, Wilson
No One is to Blame Jones, Howard
Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da Beatles, The
Old Time Rock and Roll Seger, Bob
On the Road Again Nelson, Willie
Only the Good Die Youg Joel, Billy
Only Way I Know, The Church, Eric
Only Way I Know, The Jason Aldean
Only Way I Know, The Luke Bryan
Our House Crosby, Stills & Nash
People Are Crazy Currington, Billy
Photograph Ringo Starr&George Harrison
Pink Houses Cougar Mellencamp, John
Please Come Home for Christmas Eagles, The
Rhinestone Cowboy Campbell, Glen
Ring of Fire Cash, Johnny
Save Tonight Eagle Eye Cherry
She Talks to Angels Black Crowes
She's a Lady Jones, Tom
Simple Man Lynyrd Skynyrd
Sister Golden Hair Surprise America
Sitting on the Dock of the Bay Redding, Otis
Slide Goo Goo Dolls
Some Beach Shelton, Blake
Something Beatles, The
Something Harrison, George
Something That We Do Black, Clint
Somewhere Over the Rainbow Israel "Iz" Kamakawiwo 'Ole
South's Gonna Do It Again Charlie Daniel's Band
Springsteen Church, Eric
Streets of Laredo various-Marty Robbins, Cash
Stuck on You Richie, Lionel
Sweet Home Alabama Lynyrd Skynyrd
Swept Away Avett Brothers
Take It Easy Eagles, The
Take Me Home Country Roads Denver, John
Take the Money and Run Steve Miller Band
Tears in Heaven Clapton, Eric
Tiny Dancer John, Elton
Top of the World Carpenters, The
Tracks of My Tears Robinson, Smokey
Truckin' Grateful Dead
Turn the Page Seger, Bob
Uncle John's Band Grateful Dead
Upside Down Johnson, Jack
Viva La Vida Coldplay
Wagon Wheel Rucker, Darius
Waiting on a Friend Rolling Stones
Wanna Be with You Hootie and the Blowfish
Wave on Wave Green, Pat
What a Wonderful World Armstrong, Louis
What's Going On Gaye, Marvin
Wonderful Tonight Clapton, Eric
Wonderful World Cooke, Sam
Wonderwall Oasis
You and Me Lifehouse
You Are the Sunshine of My Life Wonder, Stevie
You Can't Always Get What You Want Rolling Stones
Your Song John, Elton
You're My Best Friend (VIOLIN ONLY) Queen
Influences & Inspiration
I enjoy all styles of music, therefore my influences are wide and varied. In my younger year, guitarists who guided my interests were; Neal Schon(Journey), Eddie Van Halen, Prince, Steve Lukather(Toto) and Darryl Stuermer(Phil Collins/Genesis). More recently, I have been influenced by many Country and folk artists to enhance my acoustic guitar skills.
On violin, my favorite composers were Mozart and Vivaldi. More recently, I have admired Jimmy DeMartini(Zac Brown Band) for his flawless precision and tonal accuracy in all genres of fiddle/jazz violin styles. Of course, Charlie Daniels and many classic country violinist have helped me learn the style of fiddle playing too.
Setup Requirements
A single power outlet
Approximate Space requirements SOLO - 5' x 7' area Duo - 10' x 15' FULL Band trio - 20' x 20'
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