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Gabriel Navia - Guitarist

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(18 reviews)
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Guitarist
  • Travels nationwide
  • $600 - $5,000
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"Calima" Gabriel Navia

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Live cuban music

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Gabriel Navia “Recuerdo a Patiño” (Paco de Lucia)

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"Descarga" Gabriel Navia

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Latin trio

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Conga solo

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Cuban Music

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"El hombre que sabia" Gabriel Navia

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“Savana” by Gabrie Navia

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Middle eastern music

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"Semilla" by Gabriel Navia

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Gabriel Navia & Georges Lammam (Violin & Guitar)

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Live in San Antonio, Texas

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Performing for the great Robin Williams

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Performing for the California Governor and former San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom

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Overview

Latin Grammy nominee, guitarist, composer and producer Gabriel Navia emanates an intimate high energy music performance with latin passion and soul. Navia has toured extensively around the world.

Gabriel's stylistic range is breathtaking from latin-based Carlos Santana and Alejandro Sanz to jazz- flamenco world-fusion pioneers Paco de Lucia and Vicente Amigo. You can hear this wealth of influences in the soulfulness of his playing.

Enjoy the best of this latin artist whether as solo guitarist or in duo, trio or with the full band
Gabriel offers to bring together a combination of some of the best professional musicians for a high quality live band experience.


18 Reviews

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Lizzie V. • March 18, 2023

Wonderful music and personality

Gabriel was such a joy to have at our event. He set the mood to our event perfectly. He was very nice, arrived on time, friendly and a joy to have. We will definitely have him back at our events. Everyone raved afterwards about him too!

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Guitarist

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Kip S. • January 18, 2023

A sublime evening

Gabriel was prompt and extremely courteous. He played for our in home holiday party. It was perfect.

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Shauna M. • November 4, 2022

Very talented and professional

Gabriel was perfect for our event. Was very easy to communicate with, was punctual, was helpful, and just overall fantastic. Can’t wait to work with him again!

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Guitarist
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Brittany F. • June 4, 2022

Amazing!

Gabriel was great. Will definitely hire again.

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Guitarist
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Yazi N. • November 24, 2021

Absolutely Amazing!

Gabriel was not only great, he was amazing! I never hesitated to book him in the first place since I reviewed his outstanding professional bio in the profile. He truly completed our event and made it so memorable. The way Gabriel plays guitar makes it seem as if it so simple, yet creating a perfect ambiance with relaxing harmonies and a calming vibe. All our guests truly enjoyed Gabriel's talent. He arrived early, set up super fast and also considered the audience when selecting the songs from his repetoire.
After booking him for your event, you will be looking for another excuse to book him again!

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Guitarist
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Barbara D. • July 4, 2021

Lovely Spanish guitarist.

Gabriel was on time, courteous, professional and easy to be with. The only thing I would recommend is that he engage with the guests/audience a little more, maybe describing a few songs before playing them. His playing was beautiful.

Hired as:
Classical Guitarist
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Madison G. • October 11, 2020

Amazing!

Gabriel is so talented, everyone loved him! On time, professional, and a very kind man.

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Classical Guitarist
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Elizabeth C. • June 21, 2019

Gabriel is amazing, don’t think twice!

Gabriel was amazing! He is polite respectful and professional. His music was absolutely beautiful soothing and appropriate for our event. I come from a family of guitar players and recently lost my father, who also played the guitar. My family can’t stop talking about Gabriel hopefully our paths will meet again.

Thank you.

Hired as:
Classical Guitarist
Gabriel Navia - Guitarist

Response from Gabriel Navia - Guitarist:

Dear Elizabeth, thank you for having me performing on such special moment. It was an honor to play for your dad and your family.
Hope to see you again!
Warmly,

Gabriel

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Briana K. • April 1, 2019

Set The Vibes Right!

Gabriel showed up on time (actually pretty early :) ) and was prepared with all equipment and in his presentation. Would book again!

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Guitarist
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Alex G. • March 18, 2019

Great performance

Gabriel was wonderful, soft flowing classical Spanish guitar was perfect supplement to our paella party.
Everybody loved it!

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Classical Guitarist
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Lisa V. • December 8, 2018

Wonderful musician

Gabriel is a fantastic musician! His playing was very appreciated by some of our group that are musicians as well as just in general by all at our event. He was very professional, polite, and was able to read the room for the ebb and flow of our event. We are so happy that we found Gabriel and working with GigSalad was very easy and so convenient for finding musicians in the area. Thank you Gabriel and thank you GigSalad!

Hired as:
Classical Guitarist, Jazz Guitarist, Spanish Entertainment, Guitarist
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Sheri • October 26, 2018

Fantastic

Amazing performer!!! Everyone loved the music 🎼🎼🎸🎸

Hired as:
Classical Guitarist, Guitarist
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Stacy J. • July 30, 2018

Gabriel played guitar for my nephews funeral.

Gabriel was kind, respectful, and very communicative prior to and at the event. He came from like 50 miles away. He managed to be early, even though traffic created by fires was terrible. His guitarist skills are impressive.
The music was of great help to me because I was officiating and needed some centering. The music was both soothing and thought provoking. It was nice to have Gabriel perform in our time of sorrow.
I would recommend him for any type of event you are thinking of hosting. I think you will be fortunate to have such a talent play for you.
Stacy

Hired as:
Spanish Entertainment, Guitarist
Gabriel Navia - Guitarist

Response from Gabriel Navia - Guitarist:

Dear Stacy, thanks a lot for having me perform for you on such sensitive and special moment.
My heart goes to you and your family for your loss.

Kindest regards,

Gabriel

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Mel M. • May 28, 2018

Great guitarist

Gabrielle was great, great personality with and without the guitar.

Highly recommended!

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Jazz Guitarist, Guitarist
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Ellery S. • May 16, 2018

Fantastic!

Gabriel was early, set up and rehearsing before his set set up time! His playing was beautiful and he was great to work with. Highly recommend!

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Guitarist
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M. R. • February 22, 2018

Fantastic guitarist

Gabriel was wonderful. He was playing for my sons 18th Birthday party. He was pleasant to deal with, proffesional and on time. He was warm and accommodating and had a great feel for reading his teen audience. He played Spanish flamenco music mixed with contemporary Latino music. He abilities on the guitar are amazing. He brought down the house, got the teens to dance and finished with the iconic Hotel California. The teens were super excited. Great performer.

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
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Steven M. S. E. • January 29, 2018

Could not have been better!!

Gabriel was pleasant, acomadating, and his music was perfect. He performed exactly as I asked. My client and the guests at the event very impressed with his talents. We are very pleased and would definitely use Gabriel again in the future .

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Guitarist
Gabriel Navia - Guitarist

Response from Gabriel Navia - Guitarist:

Thanks a lot Steven. Thank you to your amazing staff. I had a wonderful time.

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Garrett B. • November 16, 2017

Really Amazing Guitarist!

Gabriel was fantastic and everyone really enjoyed having him play! Thank you Gabriel!

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Gabriel Navia - Guitarist

Response from Gabriel Navia - Guitarist:

I had a fantastic night at the AC Hotel. Thanks Garrett.

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Price Range: $600 - $5,000

Gig Length: 45 - 90 minutes

Languages: English, Spanish

Phone Number: Call

What to Expect

A unique musical experience that combines virtuosity and sensibility. The strings of Navia bring sororities and vibrations both with traditional echoes as well as new and contemporary spices.

About

Gabriel Navia is one of Bolivias most internationally renowned emerging latino artist. Producer, guitarist, singer and composer, he has collaborated in 2 albums nominated for the Latin Grammys in 2012 and 2013. Gabriel is one of the most foremost exponents of latin music in the Bay Area.

Born into a musical family in Bolivia, Gabriel's career in music began at age eleven, with his performance in the disc "Encuentros" with Grammy nominee Eddy Navia and andean group Sukay in 1993. Since then he has recorded in over a dozen albums including a 2012 Latin Grammy nominated album "Piano y Charango" by Chuchito Valdes and Eddy Navia and 2013 Grammy nominated album "Carnaval en Piano Charango" by Eddy Navia and Chuchito Valdes.

Fusioning Latin music, flamenco, cuban, brazilian, jazz and traditional bolivian music in a contemporary and personal way, he has performed on many stages around the world including Asia, Europe, North and South America. Working on stage and in the recording studio with artist such as Chuchito Valdes, Eddy Navia, Fito Reinoso, Georges Lammam, Wayne Wallace, Jack Douglas (John Lennons recording enginier), Orestes Vilato, Karl Perazzo and Jeff Cressman (from the Santana band), John Santos, Calixto Oviedo, Roger Glenn, John Handy, Alfredo Coca, Joe Craven, Jeff Massanari, Alex Conde, Edgardo Cambon & Candela, Jesus Diaz, Sandy Perez, Fogo Na roupa, Los Kjarkas, Willy Claure, Grillo Villegas, Savia Andina, Colin Douglas, Melecio Magdaluyo, John Calloway, Ernesto Oviedo, Diablo Ballet and the San Francisco Symphony among others.

He studied at Instituto Eduardo Laredo in Cochabamba Bolivia with cuban master guitarist Gerardo Perez, The School of the Arts of San Francisco and the Jazz School of Berkeley CA. In 2002 he was honored with an Outstanding Musicianship Recognition by Berklee College of Music of Boston MA. In 2007 he received a scholarship by Fundacion Carolina to study in Barcelona with Flamenco guitar master Manuel Granados at the Conservatori del Liceu de Barcelona.

Gabriel is widely respected as one of the top guitarist in the field of latin and flamenco music in the San Francisco Bay Area community. He has participated and conducted workshops, lectures and clinics in the US and Latin America since 2003 at institutions of all types including Waldorf Schools from California, The Glass House of Stourbridge West Midlands England to Instituto Eduardo Laredo and the Conservatorio Milan of Cochabamba Bolivia.

Gabriel was founder and director of the instrumental andean music group Inti Wayna (1995- 1998), co-founder and director of latin pop group Simbao (1999-2001). Co-founder and director of the bolivian jazz ensemble Take five (1998 - 2000). He was co-founder and director of latin pop group Nomade which had hit single "Pensar en ti" among the top charts of bolivian pop music (2004- 2005). Co-founder of the instrumental contemporary music duo Arias-Navia (2003 - 2005). Founder and director of the Gabriel Navia trio, latin jazz and flamenco ensemble (2003 - 2005). He produced and recorded his first full lenght solo album "Latin Guitar Waves" in 2006. He produced and recorded the album "Madera" in a Jazz-Flamenco guitar duo with Ari Caprow in 2009. He participated in the production of 2 albums nominated for the Latin Grammys in (2012 - 2013} with Chuchito Valdes and Eddy Navia.

Gabriel's work has been recognized and supported by the San Francisco Latino Community Foundation, Fundacion Carolina in Spain, Berklee College of Music in Boston, Club Cultural Deportivo Bolivia of Los Angeles California. Among celebrities and supporters such as former San Francisco mayors Willie Brown and Lt. Gov. of California Gavin Newsom and legendary comedian Robin Williams.

Additional Booking Notes

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PRIVATE EVENTS :

ONE (1) Armless Chair
- Access to power 15 feet away from the performance area. 1 dedicated 20-amp circuit is required to ensure safe performance.
-Protection from the elements (tents/umbrellas for outdoor performances, specially in direct sun) and/or an indoor option if rain is to occur prior to or during outdoor performances. Tents should be no less than 15' x 10'.
Level performance surface. (Performing on grass, gravel, or slanted floors is unacceptable.)

GABRIEL NAVIA GROUP
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THEATERS AND BIG HALLS ONLY:

CHAIRS: -THREE (3) concert type armless chairs
STOOLS: TWO (2) LARGE STOOLS
STAGE: Black Curtain Chamber or Rigid Wings - Stage Width: 40 feet (12 meters)
- Stage Depth: 36 feet (10 meters)
House Audio
The promoter will provide a high quality system, multiway active, this system must produce 100 DB A at average level at the mix position. It will have a flat response from 20Hz to 20KHz
P.A. SYSTEM - MEYER MSL 4, CLAIR BROTHERS.
Example: 1-500 people - 6000W 500-800 people - 10.000W 1000 people - 2000 people 15.000W
The mixing desk will be placed between both sound systems and in 2/3 of the venue, NEVER under balconies and always in the same level as the audience. If there is no area for the P.A desk, the PROMOTER will eliminate some seats in order
to have this desk in a perfect position. No exception will be made to this issue.
In Theatres or big halls, the sound system will also have "delays" to assure that the sound will produce the same dB pressure in all the audience seats. These delays should be speakers from the same manufacturer as the P.A. and will be rigged from the ceiling to reach the balconies.
Lighting Director must have full use and operation of desk/computer during set-up and performance, use of horizon and backdrop and legs. Backlights to be hung and not be seen by the audience.
- ONE (1) Hazer
- ONE (1) 2ft. Black Crown Row (to hide floor lights)
- ONE (1) Smoke Machine
* * Lighting requirements subject to change * *
TECHNICIANS/ASSISTANTS: House technicians must be available from set-up through performance.
- ONE (1) monitor engineer is needed for the monitor mix.
- ONE (1) Lighting director that knows how to program and explain the functions of the
desk / computer. This technician has to be available during dress Rehearsal and Sound Check.
- ONE (1) technician during set-up and performance to operate house bars on stage.

Services Offered

Guitarist Acoustic Band Bossa Nova Band Classical Guitarist Cuban Entertainment Cumbia Music Fine Artist Flamenco Group Funeral Music Jazz Guitarist Jingle Writer Latin Band Latin Jazz Band Middle Eastern Entertainment Party Band Salsa Band Singing Guitarist Soundtrack Composer Spanish Entertainment Wedding Band

Influences & Inspiration

Paco de Lucia, Vicente Amigo, Santana, John McLaughlin, Al di Meola, Alejandro Sanz.

Setup Requirements

MIXING DESK YAMAHA PM3500, MIDAS XL3 or MIDAS XL4

ONE (1) Equalizer Klark Teknik 1/3 octave - DN 360 (stereo

Rack equipped with: TWO (2) LEXICON PCM 70 {or ONE (1) LEXICON PCM 90 and ONE (1) LEXICON PCM 90} TWO (2) YAMAHA

EIGHT (8) channel compressors BSS or DBX connections systems with multi-cable (with boxes)

TWO (2) AKG 451 CK1, 460's or KM184's ( For Acoustic Guitar)

- TWO (2) Shure SM 58 Beta (Vocals)

ONE (1) AKG D 112 (For Kick Drum)

- TWO (2) Direct Input Boxes

TWO (2) Articulated Arm Stands Floor Medium Size

TWO (2) Articulated Arm Stands Floor Large Size

-ONE (1) Roland Guitar Amplifier AC 90

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