David Collins

Brooklyn, NY

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The Girl From Ipanema -David Collins & Alek Razdan

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Georgia On My Mind

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That's All

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David Collins trio live in Tompkins

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On The Sunny Side of the Street w/Samantha Hafey

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Overview

David Collins is a Brooklyn-based multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, and educator rooted in jazz improvisation. A Memphis native, he grew up playing with his grandfather, pianist Aubrey Morris, and picked up piano, drums, guitar, and bass in a home filled with jam sessions. He earned a B.A. in Jazz and Studio Performance from the University of Memphis and has received grants and commissions from Music Export Memphis, the Urban Arts Commission, The Memphis Sound Connection Archive and the Memphis Medical District Collaborative. Collins has released numerous albums including music released on ESP-Disk and Mahakala records.


Reviews

5 reviews

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Michael A.

October 27, 2025
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Masterful Solo Guitarist Elevates Intimate Park Wedding

I had the sincere pleasure of having David as our sole musical accompaniment for our small intimate Fall wedding in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, and he was absolutely perfect in setting the tone and energy throughout the ceremony. He was so good that while we were taking couples photos somewhere else, the guests all sat on the benches to listen to his soulful music. Literally a showstopper. His style, song choice, and delivery elevated the entire ceremony experience and really brought people together, especially for those meeting each other for the first time. And this is only about the time that we had hired him for.

Prior to the actual event, David was professional, collaborative, and really quite inventive. I had asked him to learn a particular song in a particular way for the processional and what he came back with just blew me away. What would have felt like a last minute request to me, he took in stride and made it his own. When he arrived at the venue, he knew exactly what to do to and where to be with little help from me. He was one of the best decisions we made for the event.

I would not hesitate to hire David again and highly recommend for anyone looking to bring some warmth at an important event.

Michael

Hired as: Jazz Guitarist


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Jose G.

October 21, 2025
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The perfect guitarist for your event

David brought an effortless cool to our party. His tone was warm, dynamic, and full of personality. Each piece flowed naturally, giving the event an easy rhythm that pulled people in without overpowering the atmosphere. Everyone was genuinely impressed and wanting to hear more.

Hired as: Jazz Guitarist


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Scott B.

April 16, 2019
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Great Music!

We had a 3-piece ensemble to play for our cocktail party. These guys were fantastic! Arrived as scheduled, well-dressed, played the perfect music for the occasion. Very professional!

Hired as: Jazz Band


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Fawn H.

April 23, 2018
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Excellent Jazz Band!

David Collins and his band are excellent! Wonderful song choices. He made my event wonderful!

Hired as: Jazz Band, Jazz Guitarist


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Edward A.

August 17, 2017
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Awesome band!

David and his band were exactly as advertised. Very accommodating to our requests and easy to work with. Everyone had a ball!

Hired as: Jazz Band

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Booking information

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Past booked events

October 2025

25

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Brooklyn, NY

18

Saturday

Cocktail Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Brooklyn, NY

April 2025

25

Friday

Birthday Party

9:30pm - 11:30pm

Brooklyn, NY

June 2020

13

Saturday

Wedding Reception

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Little Rock, AR

December 2019

16

Monday

Cocktail Party

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Memphis, TN

April 2019

12

Friday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Memphis, TN

April 2018

21

Saturday

House Party

5:00pm - 8:30pm

Cordova, TN

August 2017

12

Saturday

Birthday (Adult)

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Rossville, TN

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