Take Me Home, Country Roads (at Hoover Auditorium)
Opening for TV/movie star Paul Reiser
Opening for The Voice winners Girl Named Tom
Performing on Cruise Ship Viking Polaris
At Akron's John S. Knight Center
At Hoover Auditorium before audience of 2,000
At Hoover Auditorium, Lakeside, Ohio before audience of nearly 2,000
Live at Ship to Shore
Live at Ship to Shore
Upscale, elegant & premium sound delivered through high-end Bose systems. Noted for pure, beautiful voice, tasteful performances, no distractions. Affordable, small setup footprint and volume-conscious for the enjoyment of guests. Regular performer for Viking Cruise Lines and Live Nation concerts. He has played stages at the Live Nation Blossom Music Center VIP club, Cleveland House of Blues, Beachland Ballroom, Nautica Pavilion, The Winchester, Brothers Lounge, Catawba Island Club and Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds. Classic folk rock covers by Simon & Garfunkel, James Taylor, Cat Stevens, Jim Croce, Dan Fogelberg, Gordon Lightfoot and many others.
8 reviews
Stephanie M.
November 10, 2024Jerry played cocktail hour and dinner for us at Chez Francois. His choice of songs, volume and vibe were perfection. All of our guests came up to us during the event to learn how we found him. We highly recommend!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Jerry Popiel
Thanks Stephanie!!! It was an honor to be part of your event! Your guests were wonderful and it was a pleasure for sure!!!
Heidi S.
August 20, 2023I can’t even put into words how amazing jerry was at my party! Everyone commented on how good he was. So so happy - he made my party!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Jerry Popiel
Thanks Heidi!!! What a great time and wonderful group of family and friends!!! Thank you so much for making me part of your celebration! Y'all are the real deal!!! Thank you!!!! :).
Laura T.
July 18, 2022Jerry played just the right music at just the right volume for our party! Everyone of all ages loved his performance.
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Jerry Popiel
Thanks so much for choosing me for your event! My hosts Rich and Laura were amazing, gracious people who held a high-quality event. Wonderful family and guests. It was a pleasure to be a part of their special celebration. Thank you!!!
Carrie K.
July 25, 2021Jerry was fantastic! He played for our daughter’s graduation party. The entertainment was the perfect addition to the event. Many guests commented on how great Jerry sounded. He played a wide range of music and even learned a few new songs that we requested prior to the event. We would recommend Jerry to anyone. He really helped make the evening special.
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Jerry Popiel
Carrie, thanks so much for booking me! It was a wonderful event and you are a great customer! Please keep me in mind for future events! :) Jerry
Debi M.
May 20, 2017Jerry is very talented, courteous, and entertaining. Our guests enjoyed his song selection and style. I will definitely book him again.
Hired as: One Man Band
Jerry Popiel
Thanks Debi! I truly enjoyed your wonderful staff, guest and facility, all very top notch. :) Jerry
Price range: $300-$1500
Languages: English , Other
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
Jerry is committed to several key factors for providing a great live performance. On time arrival/set-up and commencement of set; premium instruments and Bose sound system; spot-on performances; audio volume appropriate for the occasion; and a minimum of distractions. Usually no or very short breaks -- likes to provide maximum music value for the purchaser... it's all about the music!
Jerry is a singer/songwriter specializing in acoustic performances at small to medium-sized outdoor and indoor venues. Premium sound delivered through a Bose compact system. Affordable, small setup footprint and volume-conscious for the enjoyment of guests.
Jerry has opened for national acts such as Beach Boys, Hall & Oates, Sister Hazel, Mindy Smith, The Fixx, Shawn Mullins, Clumsy Lovers, Ambrosia, Leon Russell and The Strawbs. He has played stages at the Cleveland House of Blues, Beachland Ballroom, Nautica Pavilion, The Winchester, Brothers Lounge and Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds. A BMI-affiliated songwriter, his album "Hard Times and Hair Triggers" is available on iTunes and many other online sources. He has appeared on TV programs "Crooked River Groove," "Words and Music," and the Hazel Chapman Show and his music appears on the award-winning soundtrack to the documentary "Everyone But You" by Eric Shiveley.
Original music and/or covers by Simon & Garfunkel, James Taylor, Gordon Lightfoot, the Byrds, Beatles, Union Station, Buffalo Springfield, Shawn Mullins, Decemberists, REM, The Smiths, Ray LaMontagne and many others.
Minimal needs: a clean, level, dry location (minimum usually 12' x 12'); clean 120v electrical power outlet. Tent preferred for outdoor performances, but can provide own if necessary for nominal cost.
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Vermilion, OH
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 8:30pm
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Lakewood, OH
Saturday
Graduation
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Westlake, OH
Saturday
House Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Westlake, OH
Friday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Medina, OH
Friday
Weekly/Recurring Performance
7:00pm - 9:30pm
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Solon, OH
Friday
Awards Night
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Chesterland, OH
Set list customized for customer needs. Can do all originals, all covers or any mix in between.
Can take specific requests for songs with a reasonable lead time from the customer.
Cover repertoire is influenced by Simon & Garfunkel, James Taylor, Gordon Lightfoot, the Byrds, Beatles, Union Station, Nickel Creek, Ray LaMontagne, Buffalo Springfield, Shawn Mullins, Decemberists, REM, The Smiths, Eric Shiveley.
Parking access near the performance location is preferred.
Singing Guitarist