Dennis Goettel
Overview
Accomplished solo guitarist/vocalist that performs over seven decades of great music!
I cover music from Sinatra, the Beatles, Buddy Holly, Elvis, Nat King Cole, Billy Joel, Glen Campbell along with current artists.
Happy to prepare special requests for those special occasions.
Incorporates "midi" technology that gives a full band sound with controlled volume.
Over three decades of music performance experience.
Masters Degree in Music Performance.
Reviews
10 reviews
Jude R.
September 18, 2017Outstanding Professional
Dennis immediately understood the vibe of out event - 120 people celebrating a christening - and matched the music, tone and musical selections to the event perfectly! I would recommend him!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
David M.
May 5, 2024Professional
Dennis is a real pro with lots of experience and talent. He was perfect for my wife’s 60th birthday party. Everyone commented how talented he is. I would recommend Dennis!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Gloria G.
August 21, 2023Dennis was fabulous!!
We could not have been more please with the phenomenal job Dennis did for the 30th anniversary party. He played all the songs we requested and did a great job adjusting the music through the different stages of our event. He was awesome in every way!!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Dennis Goettel
Thank you so much, Gloria. Again, it was my privilege to add to your celebration!
Samuel W.
July 16, 2023Very professional
Dennis showed up on time to the event. His performance was excellent! We will be booking Dennis for future events.
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Ericka K.
June 23, 2022Corporate Event
Our event went wonderful with the addition of Dennis! We look forward to having him join us again!
Hired as: Jazz Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Booking information
Price range: $200.00 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 300 minutes
Unions: AFM
What to expect
Guitarist/Vocalist Dennis Goettel, features a diverse repertoire from "The American Songbook" to the 50's through the 2000's.
An accomplished guitarist and vocalist with many years of professional experience.
Can always be counted upon to be prompt, professional and dressed for the occasion.
Artists include Nat King Cole, Buddy Holly, Elvis, the Beatles, Christopher Cross, Chris Stapleton,
Bill Withers, Roy Orbison, Traci Chapman, Chris Isaak, Keith Urban, many more
My repertoire features both tracks for a full band sound (with controlled volume) to acoustic selections
For special occasions, I can always prepare special requests.
About
With a decades long history of performing as a guitarist and vocalist in pop to rock to jazz to acoustic, and a Masters degree in guitar performance, I am an accomplished professional.
Additional booking notes
Totally self-contained and do not require additional tech.
Services offered
Past booked events
July 2026
04
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
4:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Syracuse, NY
May 2024
04
Saturday
Birthday Party
2:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Marietta, NY
August 2023
20
Sunday
Anniversary Party
12:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Geneva, NY
July 2023
15
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
11:00am - 11:30am
•
Syracuse, NY
August 2022
14
Sunday
Birthday Party
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Skaneateles, NY
June 2022
02
Thursday
Corporate Event
5:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Painted Post, NY
November 2021
06
Saturday
Cocktail Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Utica, NY
October 2021
01
Friday
Birthday Party
7:00pm - 9:30pm
•
Ithaca, NY
August 2020
29
Saturday
Wedding Reception
1:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Moravia, NY
July 2020
27
Monday
Birthday Party
7:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Cold Brook, NY
January 2020
11
Saturday
Birthday Party
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Syracuse, NY
December 2019
19
Thursday
Nonprofit Event
5:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Watertown, NY
November 2019
23
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Oswego, NY
October 2018
27
Saturday
Wedding Engagement
10:00pm - 10:15pm
•
Verona, NY
September 2017
17
Sunday
Cocktail Party
12:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Clayville, NY
Influences and inspiration
My influences are so wide ranging and it shows in my repertoire!
Just a few:
Nat King Cole
Frank Sinatra
Chris Stapleton
Stevie Wonder
The Beatles
Traci Chapman
Todd Rundgren
Billy Joel
Roy Orbison
Michael Jackson
Wille Nelson
Elvis
Chris Stapleton
Setup requirements
Always have all of my own equipment.