- Houston, TX
- Guitarist
- 47 miles from
- Contact for rates
Logan K. said
“John added so much to our wedding, and he was super accommodating and easy to work with. Would recommend him to anyone ”
Overview
I am an instrumental guitarist (no vocals) with 2 CDs, "A Simple Christmas", and "David Waldon Picks on The Beatles" that you can hear on Spotify, etc.
I provide peaceful background music for your customers/guests as they enjoy their meals or gatherings. Highly experienced, I have played at many restaurants, over 100 weddings, and many private parties. Your patrons will love the ambiance my music creates.
Please take a moment to listen to my CD and determine if you think this will add to your guests' overall experience.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
David Waldon
Reviews
1 review
Karla
January 19, 2026It was a great event
The music David provided for our fundraiser was perfect. He's a great guitarist, his choice of songs was perfect for the evening.
We will be calling on him again for future events.
Hired as: Guitarist
Booking information
Price range: $100 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes
What to expect
Background instrumentalist adding peaceful and beautiful ambiance to your event. I have a 4 hour list of soft rock love songs from the 50's on, and a 1 hour set of traditional Christmas Carols
About
Studied Classical guitar at UNT. Was bandleader/guitarist/bass/keys for Country artist Shelley Laine, helping her achieve 6 top 40 songs. I've played many private parties, Christmas events, wedding rehearsal dinners and weddings, restaurants and corporate events, playing my gentle, peaceful and romantic background music.
Additional booking notes
A grounded plug and a spot to sit. Will bring my own sound (AER Model 60). and can get loud if needed, but very hi-fi and sweet sounding. I usually aim for enough volume to be heard but conversations are still possible. I have a balanced output if you need me to tie into a PA at a larger event. Taylor AD24ce mahogany top guitar, very warm and balanced, sounds gorgeous!
Services offered
Past booked events
January 2026
17
Saturday
Fundraiser
6:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Galveston, TX
Set list
Wedding Dinner related: (given enough lead time, I will learn up to 3 songs that are special to the couple. This is where most of my set list comes from)
You've Got a Friend - James Taylor
What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
Our House - Crosby Stills & Nash
No Matter What - Badfinger
Let it Be Me - The Everly Brothers
Groovy Kind of Love - Phil Collins
Love Will Keep Us Alive - Eagles
The Air That I Breathe - The Hollies
Something - The Beatles
And I Love Her - The Beatles
Jealous Guy - John Lennon
When You Say Nothing At All - Alison Krauss
All I Have to Do is Dream - The Everly Brothers
Grow Old With Me - John Lennon
Nights in White Satin - The Moody Blues
Bridge Over Troubled Water - Simon and Garfunkel
Unchained Melody - The Righteous Brothers
Love Song - Elton John
Here, There and Everywhere - The Beatles
I Need You to Turn To - Elton John
Time of Your Life - Green Day
Love Me Tender - Elvis Presley
This Boy - The Beatles
Every Day - Buddy Holly
Here Comes the Sun - The Beatles
Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
From This Moment On - Shania Twain
In My Life - The Beatles
Stranger on the Shore - Acker Bilk
Somewhere Over the Rainbow - Judy Garland
Holiday - The Bee Gees
Longer - Dan Fogleberg
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
Killing Me Softly - Aretha Franklin
Vincent - Don McLean
The Rose - Bette Midler
Oh My Love- John Lennon
Happy Together - The Turtles
Fields of Gold - Sting
My Sweet Lady - John Denver
Leader of The Band - Dan Fogelberg
Non-wedding background songs:
Amarillo by Morning - George Strait
Blue #yes Crying in the Rain - Willie Nelson
Blowing in the Wind - Peter Paul and Mary
Leaving on a Jet Plane - John Denver
Piano Man - Billy Joel
Reason To Believe - Rod Stewart
Landslide - Fleetwood Mac
Well Alright - Buddy Holly
Crying, Waiting, Hoping - Buddy Holly
Fire and Rain - James Taylor
Tears in Heaven - Eric Clapton
Sunday Bloody Sunday - U2
Imagine - John Lennon
Strawberry Fields - The Beatles
Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds - The Beatles
Oh Suzanna - James Taylor version
Your Cheating Heart - Hank Williams
Influences and inspiration
Tommy Emmanuel
Chet Atkins
Andres Segovia
Loads more...
Setup requirements
Grounded plug and about a 4x4 area.
Report David Waldon
Guitarist
Check out these featured profiles
- Houston, TX
- Singing Guitarist
- 47 miles from
- $550 – $1,000
Tish B. said
“The guitarist paired with his amazing vocals were an amazing surprise for my mom! She was caught off-guard and I'm grateful for Pete. Thanks so much for the energetic performance. ”
- Houston, TX
- Singing Guitarist
- 47 miles from
- Contact for rates
Megan G. said
“Jes was absolutely wonderful! He played a variety of genres and decades which is what we were looking for. Our guests really enjoyed him! Would definitely book him again! ”
- Houston, TX
- Singing Guitarist
- 47 miles from
- Contact for rates
Chris G. said
“Joseph had an amazing set for our birthday party. We highly recommend him for your next event! ”