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Dave Rankin

Dave Rankin

Richardson, TX

$100 and up.

Travels up to 200 miles

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Dave At College Nat'l Playoff Press Event

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Water Tower Theatre Press Event for Hank Williams Jr. Show

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Dave at the Silos in Waco

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Wade's Birthday Party at The Dallas Hunting and Fishing Club

Overview

Perfect for your next corporate, private or holiday event. Dave is a singing guitarist with a range of styles from country to adult contemporary with a focus on James Taylor style guitar/singer music. He is presently music director of the New Christy Minstrels, a Three Time Gold Album group and is a studio singer and performer with hundreds of appearances. Dave has worked with the following entertainers: Willie Nelson, Jefferson Starship, Van Halen, David Lee Roth, Stevie Nicks and Boy George.

Need a bass player or guitar player to round out the band? Dave has a BA in Applied String Bass performance and a professional certificate in Music Studies from The Berklee College of Music Online.


Reviews

15 reviews

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Cindy C. S.

June 23, 2023
Verified review

Dave did an excellent job

Dave was wonderful to work with. We along with all our guests loved his performance. We would highly recommend him.

Hired as: Singing Guitarist


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Michael D.

December 10, 2024
Verified review

Rocking out with Dave

Dave played guitar and sang at our house party and was a big hit! Everyone enjoyed his playlist and his voice

Hired as: Singing Guitarist


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David M.

March 10, 2024
Verified review

Amazing Musician!

Dave played in our home as part of a birthday party. Prior to the event his communication was very thorough and he is very professional. But most importantly he is an incrediblely talented musician. He played a variety of songs and all were amazing. Would highly recommend him for your event.

Hired as: Singing Guitarist


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Arielle P.

December 4, 2023
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Dave is great!

Dave was a great addition to our holiday party. He played for our cocktail hour! He was easy going, responsive and professional! We would def book him again!

Hired as: Guitarist


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Rebecca W.

October 30, 2023
Verified review

Absolutely phenomenal

Dave is incredible! Very professional and so talented! Came early to set up and was so great! We will be using him again in the future. Can't recommend enough!!!! He even sang a special song request for the birthday couple.

Hired as: Singing Guitarist

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Booking information

Price range: $100 and up.

Languages: English

What to expect

Friendly audience focused approach to your event. I'm here to meet the needs of your event and your audience. James Taylor style of music with some lite jazz and classic country thrown in. I'm never too loud.

Additional booking notes

I provide a small PA system for your event which will serve an event of at least 150 participants. A larger sound system is available upon request for a small additional rental charge.

Past booked events

January 2025

21

Tuesday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Grapevine, TX

December 2024

07

Saturday

House Party

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Southlake, TX

November 2024

30

Saturday

Birthday Party

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Greenville, TX

October 2024

26

Saturday

Restaurant/Bar Event

7:30pm - 10:00pm

Colleyville, TX

March 2024

09

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Irving, TX

December 2023

29

Friday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Argyle, TX

01

Friday

Christmas Party

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Dallas, TX

October 2023

29

Sunday

Birthday Party

5:30pm - 8:00pm

Plano, TX

05

Thursday

Birthday Party

7:30pm - 7:45pm

Rockwall, TX

September 2023

27

Wednesday

Restaurant/Bar Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Frisco, TX

June 2023

17

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:30pm - 10:30pm

Plano, TX

September 2022

23

Friday

Personal Occasion

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Addison, TX

04

Sunday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Carrollton, TX

July 2022

10

Sunday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Dallas, TX

May 2022

18

Wednesday

Retirement Party

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dallas, TX

07

Saturday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Granbury, TX

December 2021

04

Saturday

Dinner Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Allen, TX

November 2021

20

Saturday

Birthday Party

8:00pm - 11:00pm

Dallas, TX

10

Wednesday

Retirement Community Event

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dallas, TX

October 2021

16

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 5:45pm

Dallas, TX

September 2018

29

Saturday

Worship Service

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Lewisville, TX

January 2018

29

Monday

Green Hill School "Cry Baby"

6:00pm - 10:00pm

28

Sunday

Green Hill School "Cry Baby" Rehearsal

2:00pm - 5:00pm

26

Friday

DL School Winter Play

7:00pm - 10:00pm (Sat)

25

Thursday

DL School Winter Play Dress Rehearsal

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Set list

And I Love Her - The Beatles
You've Got a Friend - James Taylor
Ain't Misbehavin - Fats Waller
All My Exes Live in Texas - George Strait
Come Monday - Jimmy Buffet
Amarillo By Morning- George Strait
What a Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
Back Home Again - John Denver
Beer For my Horses - Toby Keith
Blackbird - The Beatles
Blue Eyes Cryin' in The Rain - Willey Nelson
Big Yellow Taxi - Joni MItchell
Me & Bobby McGee - Chris
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
You've Got a Friend - James Taylor
City of New Orleans - Arlo Guthrie
Come Together - The Beatles
Cowboys Like Us - George Strait
The Dance - Garth Brooks
Desperado - Eagles
Does Ft. Worth Ever Cross Your Mind
Don't Mess With Jim - Jim Croce
Elenor Rigby - The Beatles
A Foggy Day - Jazz Standard
Fire & Rain - James Taylor
It's Five O'Clock Somewhere
If I Could Read Your Mind - Gordon LIghtfoot
Jambalaya - Cajon
Let It Be - The Beatles
Margaritaville - Jimmy Buffet
Shower The People - James Taylor
Silver Wings - George Strait
Sittin On The Dock of the Bay - Otis Reading
Song Sung Blue - Neil Diamond

Setup requirements

A plug for the P.A. System