John Scott Evans

San Clemente, CA

$400 and up.

Travels up to 60 miles

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Overview

"Fingerstyle Guitarist Performing Modern and Classic Songs"
John has become the entertainment go-to for events. He is a frequent favorite at many top resorts from Orange County to San Diego. Known for his stylistic mix of nylon string guitar and modern pop arrangements, John creates an unforgettable musical experience.
He is a former Warner Music International recording artist and Cirque Du Soleil musician and has performed all over the world. From the Beatles to Coldplay and from Sinatra to Stevie Wonder, John's guitar arrangements are very lyrical, lively and entertaining. Hire John to add a special touch to your event making it even more unique and memorable.


Reviews

28 reviews

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Polo A. M. R.

December 30, 2025
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John did a great job. Would highly recommend.

It was a Spanish themed party and he was able to play Flamenco styled Guitar and mix in some contemporary music as well.

Hired as: Classical Guitarist


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Alex S.

October 27, 2025
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Great!

John was fantastic! He arrived on time, communicated clearly throughout, and his music perfectly matched the vibe of our event.

Hired as: Guitarist


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Nancy S.

August 26, 2025
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Wonderful Atmosphere Created by John!

We hired John to play at a local art festival. We were looking for someone to play something upbeat in the background for people to enjoy themselves. John created such a fun atmosphere playing smooth music that was upbeat. It was fun, without creating too much of an outdoor concert feel. John was wonderful to work with leading up to the event as well. He was communicative, prompt, and all around professional. I'll be recommending him to others within my organization for sure!

Hired as: Guitarist


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Ana A.

July 6, 2025
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Loved

John did amazing! We loved the Classic Rock!

Hired as: Guitarist


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Liz C.

May 24, 2025
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Awesome

We really enjoyed hearing John play. He was on time and very professional.

Hired as: Guitarist

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Booking information

Price range: $400 and up.

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

Insurance: $2,000,000 - General Liability Vendor Event Insurance

What to expect

With a range between a full lively sound to a relaxing chill ambiance. John is a one-man show providing a full sound. Pleasing to the ear and interesting to the eye to watch John perform intricate solo arrangements of modern tunes and classic standards as well as his use of looping with his looping pedal; allowing him to sound like several musicians at once. John provides his own sound system, lights and stool. His set up is quick and non-invasive. John's set-up is so minimal and user friendly that he can perform just about anywhere (indoor/outdoor) adding a special touch to events without any inconvenience to the client.

About

"Fingerstyle Guitarist Performing Modern and Classic Songs"
John has become the entertainment go-to for many events. Known for his stylistic mix of nylon string guitar and modern pop arrangements, John creates an unforgettable musical experience and adds just the right touch to any event.
He is a former international Warner Music recording artist and Cirque Du Soleil musician and has performed all over the world. From the Beatles to Coldplay and from Sinatra to Stevie Wonder, John's guitar arrangements are very lyrical, lively and entertaining. Hire John to add a special touch to your event making it even more unique and memorable.

Guitarist and recording artist, John Scott Evans, is a versatile musician who blends a multitude of styles into his own sound. John has shared the bill with an array of notable artists across the globe including the legendary Chet Atkins. His guitar performance has been featured on Gold & Platinum recordings.

Born and raised in Atlanta Georgia, John began learning the guitar at the age of 10 by his father who was also an accomplished guitarist. He later went on to study at various music schools including the Berklee College of Music in Boston MA.

Having lived as a professional musician in Atlanta, Nashville, New York and Los Angeles, John has performed as a touring sideman and session player for artists and groups including Cirque Du Soleil, Corrinne May, Carissa Vales, Mark Shultz, CBS Studios, Allen Levi and many others.

John's previously released album Above The Sun was re-released by Warner Music Singapore throughout Asia.

Additional booking notes

All John requires is shade/umbrella if it's an outdoor performance and a power outlet within 100ft. He provides his own extension cord up to 100ft if needed.

Past booked events

December 2025

21

Sunday

Birthday Party

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Carlsbad, CA

October 2025

23

Thursday

Sporting Event

9:30am - 11:00am

Mission Viejo, CA

September 2025

26

Friday

Dinner Party

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Dana Point, CA

10

Wednesday

Corporate Event

3:30pm - 6:00pm

Irvine, CA

August 2025

23

Saturday

Festival

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Yorba Linda, CA

June 2025

29

Sunday

Cocktail Party

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Santa Ana, CA

May 2025

17

Saturday

House Party

3:30pm - 5:30pm

Murrieta, CA

December 2024

13

Friday

Christmas Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Paducah, KY

04

Wednesday

Christmas Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Nashville, TN

November 2024

02

Saturday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Franklin, TN

June 2024

25

Tuesday

Corporate Event

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Atlanta, GA

14

Friday

Rehearsal Dinner

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Madison, GA

May 2024

24

Friday

Wedding Reception

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Kernersville, NC

18

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Marietta, GA

April 2024

14

Sunday

Birthday Party

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Buford, GA

December 2023

12

Tuesday

Christmas Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Santa Ana, CA

October 2023

14

Saturday

Anniversary Party

5:00pm - 7:00pm

San Clemente, CA

December 2022

03

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 2:30pm

Mission Viejo, CA

November 2022

17

Thursday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Newport Coast, CA

10

Thursday

Grand Opening

11:00am - 1:00pm

Irvine, CA

October 2022

23

Sunday

Birthday Party

4:00pm - 7:00pm

San Diego, CA

22

Saturday

Personal Occasion

12:30pm - 2:30pm

Oceanside, CA

September 2022

17

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 7:00pm

Carlsbad, CA

August 2022

16

Tuesday

Dinner Party

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Seal Beach, CA

April 2022

12

Tuesday

Corporate Event

12:00pm - 1:30pm

Carlsbad, CA

September 2021

25

Saturday

Children’s Birthday Party

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Lake Forest, CA

03

Friday

Birthday Party

5:30pm - 9:00pm

San Clemente, CA

December 2020

11

Friday

Christmas Party

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Newport Beach, CA

05

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Corona Del Mar, CA

October 2020

06

Tuesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Knoxville, TN

September 2020

23

Wednesday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Atlanta, GA

August 2020

08

Saturday

Cocktail Party

6:30pm - 10:30pm

Anderson, SC

October 2019

21

Monday

Corporate Event

5:30pm - 9:00pm

Nashville, TN

April 2019

28

Sunday

Baby Shower

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Temecula, CA

July 2018

28

Saturday

Retirement Party

3:00pm - 8:00pm

Irvine, CA

December 2014

06

Saturday

Wedding Reception

8:00pm - 8:30pm

Laguna Hills, CA

Set list

1. Africa (Toto)
2. Apologize (One Republic)
3. Banana Pancakes (Jack Johnson)
4. Billie Jean (Michael Jackson)
5. Blackbird (The Beatles)
6. Brown Eyed Girl (Van Morrison)
7. Can't Help Falling In Love (Elvis Presley)
8. Change The World (Eric Clapton)
9. Chasing Cars (Snow Patrol)
10. Classical Gas (Mason Williams)
11. Clocks (Coldplay)
12. Come Away With Me (Norah Jones)
13. Daughters (John mayer)
14. Doing It Right (Daft Punk)
15. Don't Know Why (Norah Jones)
16. Don't Stop Believing (Journey)
17. Dust In The Wind (Kansas)
18. Eleanor Rigby (The Beatles)
19. Everybody Wants To Rule The World (Tears For Fears)
20. Every Breath You Take (The Police)
21. Fields Of Gold (Sting)
22. Fly Me To The Moon (Frank Sinatra)
23. Fragile (Sting)
24. Free Fallin' (Tom Petty)
25. Girl From Ipanema (Jobim)
26. Good People (Jack Johnson)
27. Green Light (John Legend)
28. Hall Of Fame (The Script)
29. Have You Really Ever Loved A Woman (Bryan Adams)
30. Here Comes The Sun (The Beatles)
31. Home (Michael Buble)
32. Hotel California (Eagles)
33. Human Nature (Michael Jackson)
34. I Do (Colbie Caillat)
35. If I Ain't Got You (Alicia Keys)
36. I’m Yours (Jason Mraz)
37. sn't She Lovely (Stevie Wonder)
38. Jack & Diane (Mellancamp)
39. Just Haven't Met You Yet (Buble)
40. Just The Way You Are (Billy Joel)
41. Just The Way You Are (Bruno Mars)
42. Just The Two Of Us (Grover Washington Jr.)
43. Kashmir (Led Zeppelin)
44. Keep your Head Up (Andy Grammer)
45. Kiss A Girl (Keith Urban)
46. Layla (Eric Clapton)
47. Like A Star (Corinne Bailey Rae)
48. Lily Was Here (Candy Dulfner)
49. Little Wing (Jimi Hendrix)
50. Lose Yourself To Dance (Daft Punk)
51. Lost Without You (Robin Thicke)
52. Love Me Tender (Elvis Presley)
53. Man In The Mirror (Michael Jackson)
54. Margaritaville (Jimmy Buffett)
55. Mirrors (Justin Timberlake)
56. Moves Like Jagger (Maroon 5)
57. Mr. Sandman (The Chordettes)
58. My Cherie Amour (Stevie Wonder)
59. Mr. Bojangles (Nitty Gritty Dirt Band)
60. One Love (Bob Marley)
61. One Note Samba (Jobim)
62. Overjoyed (Stevie Wonder)
63. Payphone (Maroon 5)
64. Perfect (Ed Sheeran)
65. Purple Rain (Prince)
66. Rockin' In The Free World (Neil Young)
67. Safe And Sound (Capital Cities)
68. Save Room (John Legend)
69. Sailing (Cristopher Cross)
70. Secrets (One Republic)
71. September (Earth, Wind & Fire)
72. Sir Duke (Stevie Wonder)
73. Sittin On The Dock Of The Bay (Otis Redding)
74. Sittin Waitin Wishin (Jack Johnson)
75. Smooth Operator (Sade)
76. Something (The Beatles)
77. Somewhere Over The Rainbow (Judy Garland/Iz)
78. Steal My Kisses From You (Ben Harper)
79. Still haven't Found What I'm Looking For (U2)
80. Stir It Up (Bob Marley)
81. Sunshine Of My Life (Stevie Wonder)
82. Sway With Me (M. Buble)
83. Sweet Child Of Mine (Guns N' Roses)
84. Sweetest Taboo (Sade)
85. Take 5 (Dave Brubeck)
86. Taking It To The Streets (The Doobie Brothers)
87. Thank You (Dido)
88. The Joker (Steve Miller Band)
89. The Way You Look Tonight (Frank Sinatra)
90. Thinking Out Loud (Ed Sheeran)
91. True To Myself (Ziggy Marley)
92. Upside Down (Jack Johnson)
93. Virtual Insanity (Jamiroquai)
94. Viva La Vida (Coldplay)
95. Wanted Dead Or Alive (Bon Jovi)
96. What A Wonderful World (Louis Armstrong)
97. What's Goin On (Marvin Gaye)
98. While My Guitar Gently Weeps (The Beatles)
99. White Flag (Dido)
100. With Or Without You (U2)
101. You And Me (Dave Matthews Band)
102. You Are The Best Thing (Ray LaMontagne)
103. You're Beautiful (James Blunt)
104. Your Love Is King (Sade)
105. Your Body Is A Wonderland (John Mayer)
And Many More...

Influences and inspiration

Chet Atkins, Stevie Wonder, Pat Metheny, Tommy Emmanuel, Doyle Dykes, George Benson, Earl Klugh.

Setup requirements

None

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