Garrett is a classically trained guitarist specializing in Spanish, Classical, Latin, and fingerstyle guitar. He is a graduate of the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University and has given over 250 performances in his career.
Garrett has performed in prestigious venues such as the Peabody Library, the Four Seasons Hotel in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, Rolling Road Golf Club, and Turf Valley Resort.
7 reviews
Cassandra C.
July 8, 2023Excellent performance.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
Dylan S.
March 21, 2023Garrett was a fantastic addition to our wedding cocktail hour. He has high quality technique and playing style, as well as a wide range of music genres to choose from. He was very accommodating as we worked through the logistics of the event and the music selection. We received many positive comments from guests afterwards. I highly recommend Garrett!
Hired as: Classical Guitarist, Guitarist
Garrett Pelland
Thank you for the kind words Dylan, I had a wonderful time and I'm glad your guests enjoyed the music so much!
Sincerely,
Garrett
Tina
March 14, 2022Garrett is very pleasant to work with, professional, and performed beautifully.
Hired as: Guitarist
Jay N. S.
September 30, 2021Garrett was an absolute pleasure to work with in every way. Besides being an incredibly cool guy overall, he performed exceptionally for our engagement party. His chops are special, and after telling him we were fans of the genre, he incorporated flamenco into his amazing set list. This was something we very much appreciated.
We had so many comments from friends and family about how much more special the music made the event overall.
I highly recommend Garrett for any event, and his skills are such that he can play different genres without issue. He is laid back and friendly, and I wouldn't hesitate to hire him again. Highly recommended.
Hired as: Guitarist
Joe C.
June 7, 2021We had numerous compliments on Garrett's performance during our wedding reception cocktail hour. He also was extremely professional and adaptable to a quick change in format from outdoor to indoor due to cicada noise & his willingness to perform a special song for my wife and I was greatly appreciated.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist, Guitarist
Garrett Pelland
Thank you Joe! It was a beautiful wedding and thank you for trusting me to perform on your special day.
Price range: $200-2000
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Standard Liability Insurance, REI
Garrett typically arrives 1-2 hours before the gig to set up and meet with the client(s). He uses a minimal amount of gear to keep the setting uncluttered while providing the best possible sound quality (DPA microphone with a Roland AC90 amplifier).
You can expect a blend of popular song arrangements for solo guitar, Spanish, and Latin pieces selected to inspire the desired atmosphere for your event.
Garrett Pelland has been described as “an affectionate and devoted performer” and his music as “a balance between precision and elegance”. His journey with the guitar began when he was 14 years old and he has now given over 180 performances. After graduating high school, he moved to Chicago to study with prize winning virtuoso guitarist, Denis Azabagic. Upon returning to Baltimore, he continued his musical studies with another award winning performer, Mark Edwards. Thanks to the guidance from both incredible guitarists and instructors, Garrett’s own performances gained him acceptance into the Peabody Conservatory at Johns Hopkins University under the instruction of Julian Gray, earning a Bachelor of Music degree in 2017.
Garrett has continued to hone his craft and broaden his musical horizons, offering you the perfect music for your event.
The only technical necessity is a standard 120v plug within 100 feet of the performance area. Garrett handles everything else.
Saturday
Retirement Party
1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Ellicott City, MD
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 9:00pm
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Annapolis, MD
Friday
Product Promotion
12:00pm - 2:00pm
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Chevy Chase, MD
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Baltimore, MD
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Rockville, MD
Saturday
Cocktail Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Severna Park, MD
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
5:00pm - 9:00pm
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Baltimore, MD
Sunday
Grand Opening
2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Silver Spring, MD
Friday
Dinner Party
6:30pm - 9:30pm
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Strasburg, VA
Clients are free to select songs or moods they want specific to their event. Here is a short list of best pieces from a range of genres:
Spanish: energetic standards of the Spanish guitar.
Albeniz, Pujol, Tarrega, Sor,
Baroque: compositions from 1500 to 1750 performed on the guitar.
Bach, Weiss, Scarlatti, Handel
Latin: bossa novas, tangos, valses, and choros of South America.
Barrios, Cardoso, Patiño, Villa-Lobos
Jazz: classics, bossa nova, and standards
Armstrong, Sinatra, Holiday, Gershwin
Rock: classic rock to modern alternative and pop rock arrangements for solo guitar.
The Beetles, Eric Clapton, Led Zeppelin, Coldplay
Metallica
Johnny Cash
Agustin Barrios
Joe Satriani
The White Buffalo
David Russell
Jason Vieaux
Andy McKee
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