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Guitarist/Composer Michael DeLalla

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Longmont, CO

Starts at $150

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Travels nationwide

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Michael DeLalla 'Joropo' for classical guitar, concert video

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'Merrily Kiss'd the Quaker' concert video

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'Infinite Loops: See Loops, Infinite'

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'Variations on Sakura' for classical guitar

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'At Water's Edge'

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'The Seisiun Set', trad. Irish arr. for guitar

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Overview

"One of the very best acoustic guitarists in the world....music of the most exquisite order." Matt Fink, All Music Guide

Guitarist and composer Michael DeLalla's music is a delicious brew of traditional influences and classical, jazz, Celtic, World Music and folk stylings. A trained classical guitarist, he can bring a wide-reaching repertoire to any occasion, drawing on traditions worldwide. Weddings, corporate events and concert series are a specialty. Michael's longstanding reputation is built on his ability to communicate with first the client to establish the precise needs of the performance, then the audience with his solid and professional presentation.

Reviews

44 reviews

Kris S.

July 24, 2026

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Wonderful to work with and have perform

Michael was wonderful to work with! Very communicative and helpful through our very short booking window. The guests loved listening to him play!

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Guitarist/Composer Michael DeLalla

Thanks, Kris, and I want to give a big shout out to your team--you all put together a beautiful, moving event honoring your colleagues.

Liz N.

June 7, 2026

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Beautiful music/perfect atmosphere

Mr. DeFalla provided the perfect atmosphere for our daughter’s wedding reception. His playing was beautiful and set the right vibe for the occasion. He was terrific to work with and our communication ahead of time was great. I highly recommend Michael. Thank you for adding so much to our event!

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Guitarist/Composer Michael DeLalla

Thanks, Liz--you folks were a wonderful group to play for. Thanks for having me.
Michael

Kathleen M.

May 2, 2026

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World Class

Wonderful performance, thoroughly enjoyed by 80 international women at the Denver Country Club. And everyone really loved meeting Michael, such a world-wise individual.

Hired as: Classical Guitarist

Guitarist/Composer Michael DeLalla

What a special event this was--so many different cultures and backgrounds represented by this engaged and engaging audience. Thank you for having me perform; I hope we can make another event happen in the future.

Sandra P.

March 2, 2026

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Michael was fantastic!!

Michael DeLalla provided a 3-hour classical guitar performance for my husband's 70th birthday party. He is a fantastic guitarist with man y of our guests complementing us on his music. He arrived on-time for setting up and provided his own speaker, which worked really well for the restaurant setting. I give him 5 out of 5 stars and 100% recommend him.

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Guitarist/Composer Michael DeLalla

Thanks so much, Sandy--what a pleasure to perform for you, Mike and your guests. Call me anytime.

Jerry R.

November 17, 2025

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A Perfect Portugal evening

Michael was on time. Was friendly and engaging and my guests loved the live music. Michael’s playing guitar made my event that much more special.

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Guitarist/Composer Michael DeLalla

Thank you for having me, Jerry--what a lovely gathering you put together. And the pastel de nata brought me right back to Porto. Obrigado.

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Booking information

Price range: Starts at $150

Languages: English, French, Italian

Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes

What to expect

For Concerts: "My concerts are a family friendly, multi-cultural fingerstyle guitar presentation. I tend to engage my audiences on a very conversational and participatory level; I characterize one of my performances as a “journey” we take together).

For Weddings and Private Events: I have countless testimonials that speak to the ease with which work with clients. My goal is always your satisfaction, both as we plan the music and my professionalism the day of the event.

For Corporate Events: My specialty is providing a diverse, multi-cultural program.

For Libraries, School and Educational Institutions: I've taught lessons, classes and workshops at every level. Teaching and sharing my musical experiences is a passion.

Music Licensing: As a producer since 1991 I can easily adapt tracks to your needs. All of my original compositions are available for licensing; I can provide you with any format you need.

About

Michael has been a performing and recording artist for over 30 years. For 20 years he was a member of the guitar faculty at Shenandoah University in Virginia before relocating in the Boulder area. His compositions and arrangements are as vital a part of his reputation as his repertoire for the classical guitar, drawing on traditions worldside. His music has been licensed for film and television, but his passion is live performance. He tours nationally, so no gig is too far off the beaten path. Michael also works with a number of other musicians, guitarists and other instrumentalists/vocalists, if you prefer a duo or trio configuration. The FAZ below will answer most questions, but feel free to contact him if you have even more specialized music needs.

FAQ about Michael DeLalla

“I see you tour nationally—do you even consider small intimate affairs, like a backyard wedding?”
MD: I most certainly do—in fact, I bring the same warm, engaging performance to your event that I do to the concert stage. We just need to coordinate our calendars.

“We're a multi-national corporation that hosts an annual party for our international contingent. What could you do for our event?”
MD: I have spent a professional lifetime exploring musical traditions found all over the world. With my compositions and arrangements for solo guitar (and voice, if you like—I also sing, in a few languages) you could expect to hear evocations of Japanese Koto to Celtic fiddle tunes to a Shona song for mbira to American jazz standards to ancient Breton songs to a homage to the middle-Eastern o'ud.

“Could you bring a group?”
MD: Depending on availability I have a large number of musical colleagues from whom I could put together a duo, trio or more.

"Do you take requests?"
I pride myself on constantly expanding my repertoire--that's often accomplished by the client requesting their special music. I'm happy to accommodate those requests.

"Michael DeLalla's finger-style guitar genius is akin to that of Tony McManus … of a class of what I call the Unholy Triumvirate of the American Acoustic Guitar: David Bromberg, John Fahey, and Leo Kottke…a guitar guru…"
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Additional booking notes

All of my instruments are wired for interfacing with sound systems. For most events I can provide all of the necessary sound; access to electricity within 150 ft is needed. If I need to interface with a sound system, the following information may be useful:
I usually travel with two guitars.
Typically, I need 2 Direct Inputs, 1 vocal mic (if singing).
1 armless chair--standard folding chair is fine.

Services offered

Guitarist Composer Jazz Guitarist Classical Guitarist Celtic Music World Music Irish / Scottish Entertainment New Age Music Singing Guitarist

Upcoming booked events

November 2026

13

Friday

16

Sunday

House Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Fort Collins, CO

08

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 7:30pm

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Colorado Springs, CO

October 2025

25

Saturday

10

Saturday

Wedding Reception

4:30pm - 6:30pm

•

Littleton, CO

March 2025

14

Friday

19

Thursday

Nonprofit Event

3:30pm - 7:00pm

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Boulder, CO

13

Friday

Rehearsal Dinner

6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Estes Park, CO

07

Saturday

Grand Opening

12:00pm - 4:00pm

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Longmont, CO

June 2024

13

Thursday

15

Sunday

26

Saturday

12

Friday

25

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

4:00pm - 5:00pm

•

Denver, CO

December 2022

16

Friday

20

Tuesday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 4:30pm

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Longmont, CO

17

Saturday

Cocktail Party

5:00pm - 7:00pm

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Lakewood, CO

August 2022

12

Friday

13

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:30pm - 2:30pm

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Greeley, CO

September 2021

13

Monday

07

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 3:30pm

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Dillon, CO

07

Saturday

05

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:00pm - 1:30pm

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Boulder, CO

May 2015

31

Sunday

House Party

11:00am - 2:00pm

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Fort Collins, CO

Set list

Includes repertoire for solo classical guitar, steel-string guitar and vocals

Andante - Matteo Carcassi

Jesu Joy of Man's Desire - JS Bach

Prelude from Cello Suite 1 - JS Bach

Joropo - Luis Merlin

Fantasia - Alonso Mudarra

Guardame Las Vacas - Luis de Narvaez

Greensleeves - Traditional Renaissance

Canon in D - Pachalbel

Somewhere Over the Rainbow/Wonderful World - arr by Izzy

Le Marchais du Malaucene - Michael DeLalla

Infinite Loops: See Loops, Infinite - Michael DeLalla

Lauren Grace - Michael DeLalla

Arise - Michael DeLalla

At Water's Edge - Michael DeLalla

Black Orpheus - Luis Bonfa

Round Midnight - Thelonius Monk

Auld Lang Syne - Traditional

Ding!Dong!Merrily On High - Traditional

Christmas Day in the Morning - Traditional

Veni Emmanuel - Traditional

We 3 Kings - Traditional

O Come All Ye Faithful - Traditional

Winter Wonderland - Traditional

Merrily Kissed the Quaker - Traditional Celtic

Shebag and Shemore - Traditional Celtic

My Dearest Dear - Traditional Celtic

Danny Boy - Traditional Celtic

Wedding Song - Paul Stookey

Rocky Mountain High - John Denver

Annie's Song - John Denver

Rings - Leo Kottke

Fisherman's Blues - Waterboys

Because the Night - Patti Smith

Our Song - Joe Henry

You're not Alone - Mavis Staples

I'll Never Give It Up - Richard Thompson

Vincent Black Lightning - Richard Thompson

In My Life - Lennon & McCartney

When I'm 64 - Lennon & McCartney

Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen

Hero - Oliver Mtuzukundi

Linus & Lucy from a Charlie Brown Xmas - Vince Guaraldi

Summertime - George Gershwin

And countless more - by countless others

Influences and inspiration

Guitarists: Pierre Bensusan, Sharon Isbin, Baden Powell, Andrew York, Ralph Towner, Roland Dyens
Jazz artists: Chick Corea, Keith Jarrett, Paul Winter
Composers: JS Bach, Benjamin Britten, Thelonius Monk, Hamza el Din,
Traditional music: music from Ireland, Scotland, British Isles; South American styles such as Bossa Nova, Tango, Choro; African traditions from Ghana, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Morocco; Koto music from Japan; Native American traditions.

Setup requirements

1 armless chair (standard folding chair is fine)

If PA is needed, access to electricity (within 150 ft)

If outdoors, overhead shelter from sun/rain

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