Devin Matthews- Classical Guitarist

Billings, MT

$100 and up

Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

I'll bring the beautiful sound of the classical guitar to your venue. Your guests will enjoy a range of Classical, Spanish, and Latin American guitar favorites. I have a small portable sound system to ensure the best sound for both intimate and large spaces. Perfect for restaurants, weddings, art galleries, dinner parties, or any event!


Reviews

3 reviews

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Renee R.

August 13, 2023
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Devin is amazing!

Devin played at an anniversary party for a couple who honeymooned in Spain 50 yrs ago and still relives that trip regularly. Her music provided the perfect accompaniment to the festivities and took them back to that special time and place.

Hired as: Classical Guitarist


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Christine H.

September 6, 2022
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Exactly Who We Needed

Devin Matthews is enormously capable with classical guitar. Her music is technically precise and rendered with tremendous depth. She is a professional in every connotation of the word - playing ability, demeanor, appearance, interaction with guests. We are astonished we found an artist of her caliber in Billings, Montana.
We hired Devin Matthews to play classical pieces for my parents’ 60th wedding anniversary Mass. My parents requested music played originally at their wedding in addition to a several pieces they had grown to love during their years together. Three of these were new for Devin. She played everything masterfully. She understood the Mass and her role in it. She arrived well in advance, played wonderfully, and quietly left. Her music was sufficiently striking that the Priest thanked her individually and publicly at the end. Devin’s music transformed and elevated my parents’ anniversary Mass.
I absolutely recommend her and would hire her again without hesitation.

Hired as: Classical Guitarist

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Christine, thank you so much for these very kind words! It was absolutely my pleasure to be part of your parents' special anniversary Mass. Wishing you and your family all the best! Thanks, Devin


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Rosemary L.

September 4, 2021
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Wedding Ceremony Music

Devin played for our wedding including Ava Maria at my wife’s request in memory of her parents. She was very professional in the entire process, asking for our thoughts and providing suggestions for parts of the service we had not considered. Afterwards, some of our guests said they had never thought a guitar could be used to play music for a wedding she played so well.
If you live in the Billings area and have a need for a classic musician, even for an event you would not think could be done on guitar, you should contact her. We are so glad we did.

Hired as: Classical Guitarist

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Devin Matthews- Classical Guitarist

Thank you for the kind words, Rosemary! It was a pleasure playing at your wedding.

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Booking information

Price range: $100 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

What to expect

-I play a varied repertoire of traditional classical guitar favorites spanning from the Baroque period to the present day. Pieces by Bach, Tarrega, Chopin, Barrios, and many others provide plenty of music to choose from for any type of event.

-Classical guitar is well suited for background music as well as concert settings. With an excellent sound system, I can tailor the sound of my guitar to suit your space even in a large or loud room.

-Great for small, intimate settings. With my small setup, I won't take up much space. The sound of the guitar is excellent for soft background music as well.

-As a soloist, I can provide top-notch music for your venue or event at a fraction of the price it would cost to hire a whole band or string quartet.

Weddings may include:
- 30 minutes of pre-service music
- Processional for bridal party
- Bride's procession
- a special musical selection during the service, as needed
- Recessional
- Up to 10 minutes of post-service music as guests exit

Receptions/Dinner/Background
The musical selection for wedding receptions and casual events is elegant and beautiful music that your guests will enjoy hearing in the background during your event.

Extra charges for: Travel outside of 40 mile radius extra, certain special music due to extra time or cost to acquire, attendance at rehearsal)

For events other than a wedding ceremony, I will take a 10-15 minute break after every 45 minutes to 1 hour of music.

About

Devin Matthews began playing guitar when she was twelve years old. By the time she was 15, she regularly played at recitals, restaurants, and events in her home state of Arkansas. She graduated from Webster University in St. Louis in 2016 with a Bachelor's of Music in Instrumental Performance.

Highlights of her time at Webster include performing as a soloist with the Webster University Chamber Orchestra in 2015 and touring as a soloist with the Webster University Chamber Singers in 2016. Ms. Matthews also studied with Olivier Chassain (Professor of Guitar at the Paris Conservatory) on numerous occasions in St. Louis, as well as in Nice, France, during the summer of 2013.

Throughout her career, she has performed at concerts, weddings, events, art galleries, and restaurants, bringing the joy and beauty of classical guitar to her audiences. Based near Billings, Montana, she currently performs in the greater Montana/Wyoming area.

Additional booking notes

-Depending on the space and if it's needed, I will provide my own sound setup for no extra cost.
What I'll need:
-Immediate access to a power outlet for my gear.
- A chair with no arms (not a stool). A piano bench is fine as well.
-Shelter from extreme elements (not in direct hot sunlight, cold, rain, etc.)

Past booked events

August 2023

11

Friday

Anniversary Party

4:00pm - 7:00pm

Billings, MT

September 2022

04

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Helena, MT

01

Thursday

Anniversary Party

10:00am - 11:00am

Roundup, MT

September 2021

01

Wednesday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Big Sky, MT

Set list

From an extensive list of repertoire, here are a few examples:

Prelude, Cello Suite No. 1 - J. S. Bach
Prelude, BWV 998 - J. S. Bach
Prelude, Lute Suite No. 2 - J. S. Bach
Waltz Op. 69, No. 2 - Frederic Chopin
Recuerdos de la Alhambra - Francisco Tarrega
Capricho Arabe - Francisco Tarrega
Choros No. 1 - Heitor Villa-Lobos
Gavotta Choros - Heitor Villa-Lobos
Sons de Carrilhoes - Juan Pernambuco
Venezuelan Waltzes - Antonio Lauro
Julia Florida - Augustin Barrios
Milonga - Jorge Cardoso
Afro-Cuban Lullaby - Traditional
Verano Porteno (tango) - Astor Piazolla

Setup requirements

Armless Chair or Piano Bench (not a stool)

Access to Power outlet

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