nylon string guitarist, 30+ yrs experience, classically trained and proficient in all styles - jazz, classical, latin (bossa, tango, etc), contemporary pop (smooth jazz in the style of Earl Klugh). Also available for duets ( 2nd guitar, upright jazz bass, violin, cello, voice, vibes/marimba, woodwind) - all styles. Will accommodate all music, songs, etc requests made prior to the event.
1 review
Gena B. R.
March 20, 2023John Pledger was a delight! He came early, and had everything he needed. Knew exactly how loud to play or soft at out Art Opening at Brenau University. He played a wonderful variety of classical and jazz for our event and had so many compliments by everyone who came to the opening! Thank you John and we will be contacting you again soon!
Hired as: Classical Guitarist, Jazz Guitarist
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English , German , Spanish
Unions: Other
I'll generally provide a diverse instrumental mix of music styles within my sets (solo or duo) - light classical music pieces, popular samba/bossa nova styles, classic and current pop/rock favorites, and traditional jazz standards.
I also offer classic wedding and traditional holidays music, as well as music specific to uniquely fun themed occasions (2 hours+ of music related to each theme). Options include:
AMERICAN BANDSTAND (pop hits from the 50's)
AMERICAN BANDSTAND II (pop hits from the 60's)
BAROQUE DANCE (music of Bach, et al)
BOSSA NOVA! (Brazilian music of Jobim, Bonfa, etc)
DELTA BLUES (blues classics from B.B King, Robert Johnson, Bessie Smith, et al)
EL GOUCHO! (music from South America)
FAB FOUR! (music of the Beatles)
FANDANGO! (the music of Spain)
FORGOTTEN TELEVISION (tv show theme songs)
HOME ON THE RANGE (Americana, music of Stephen Foster, et al)
ISN'T IT ROMANTIC? (timeless love songs)
LOVE ME TENDER (songs of Elvis Presley)
ON BROADWAY (songs from popular musicals)
RAGTIME (music of Scott Joplin et al)
'ROUND MIDNIGHT (jazz classics from Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck, etc)
SWING, SWING, SWING! (music of benny goodman, duke ellington, glenn miller et al)
TANGO! (music of Astor Piazzolla)
YOUR CHEATIN' HEART (classic country songs)
NIGHT AT THE OSCARS (award winning movie themes)
nylon string guitarist, 30+ yrs experience, classically trained and proficient in all styles - Jazz, Classical, Latin (Samba, Bossa Nova, Tango, etc), and R&B/Pop/Rock (classic and contemporary). Available as a solo instrumental performer, as a duet (with either 2nd guitar, upright bass, vibes/marimba, voice, violin, cello, soprano sax, flute, etc) - all styles. Drums are optional with larger ensemble groups (trio, quartet, etc). Will also provide any requested music for your event.
other than access to electrical outlets, no additional technical requirements.
Sunday
Nonprofit Event
2:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Atlanta, GA
Tuesday
Corporate Event
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Atlanta, GA
Thursday
Cultural Event
5:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Gainesville, GA
access to electrical outlets
Classical Guitarist