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Linda N. said
“Beautiful music and very good experience all around. ”
LA Classical Guitarist
Overview
I provide a wide array of Classical Guitar music, perfect for weddings, memorials and corporate events. I have been playing professionally for over a decade and would love to provide my services to you. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions!
Reviews
6 reviews
Victor M. R.
June 6, 2025Responsive, Kind, and Truly Talented
I'm happy I found Garrett for my mom’s memorial. He was quick to respond and easy to work with, and his playing added something truly special to the day. It meant a lot to have him there. I'm grateful for his presence and talent on such an important occasion.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
LA Classical Guitarist
Hi Victor,
Thank you so much for the kind review. It means a lot. I’m grateful you had me assist such a special occasion, and I’m happy you enjoyed the music. I wish you the best, and please let me know if you need anything else in the future!
Vielka M.
February 19, 2024Superb Performance
Garrett made our Valentine’s evening a complete success. He was easy to communicate with and very responsive to our every need. Not only was his music stupendous, but his easygoing personality made it easy for my guests to communicate with him.
We highly recommend him and will book him again in a heartbeat.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist, Guitarist
LA Classical Guitarist
Hi Vielka!
Thank you so much for the kind review. I enjoyed performing for you and your guests, and I am so grateful for this review! I'll hopefully see you soon!
Susan M.
February 24, 2022Exceptionally Talented
Hired Garret for a cocktail event at “Sunrise Senior of Hermosa Beach” as we wanted a Classical Guitarist. Garrett is very talented, courteous, arrived on time and provided exactly what we asked for. Can’t ask for anything more when your event turned out beautifully.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
LA Classical Guitarist
Thank you so much Susan! It was a blessing to treat the facility, and I look forward to doing it again!
Deni S.
October 18, 2021Wonderfully talented guitarist
We loved having Garrett play for our backyard wedding. He played beautifully for our guests and also did the accompaniment for during the ceremony. Garrett is very talented and provided exactly what we wanted for our special day. He is very courteous, arrived on time, and communicated effectively before and during the event. Hire Garrett, you'll be glad you did! Thank you so much for making our day so very special.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
LA Classical Guitarist
Hi Deni!
Thank you so much for the kind review. I was happy to play for your lovely wedding! Thanks again!
Garrett Podgorski
Joe D.
February 15, 2020Excellent music. We will definitely use Garrett again.
Highly recommend Garrett. He was great.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
LA Classical Guitarist
Hey Joe, thanks so much! I had a great time, lovely home too!
Booking information
Price range: $100-1000
Gig length: 60 - 600 minutes
What to expect
I am an excellent sight reader, so I am happy to play repertoure I have memorized, or requests of pieces you would like to hear.
About
Garrett Podgorski is a guitarist, composer, and producer based in Los Angeles, California. After starting guitar at age 9 and studying under Janet Robin, Garrett became obsessed with the instrument and quickly became highly skilled on the electric guitar. Garrett began busking on the streets of downtown Burbank in order to save up for new guitars and gear, as well as get exposure and performance experience. By age eleven, Garrett had become an artist for Taylor Guitars, Schecter Guitars, Fender Guitars, Dunlop, and Gibson Guitars.
At age twelve, Garrett played the Randy Rhoads Remembered Show in Anaheim, California in front of thousands. He was then nicknamed “Randy Rhoads’ grand student.”
The following year, Garrett began composing music for the electric guitar and released his first album, “Limitless” in December of 2016. During this time, Garrett was also playing in many rock bands around the area.
By age fifteen, Garrett decided to shift his focus to begin studying the art of the classical guitar after world-renowned guitarist Christopher Parkening reached out after hearing his first album. Garrett studied under the adjunct professor of guitar at Pepperdine University, Kevin Enstrom, throughout his teens.
Garrett then began competing and performing with the classical guitar. He won the “Gohar and Ovanes Andriassian Young Classical Guitarist Competition” two years in a row (2018 and 2019), as well as placing in many other competitions, including 3rd in the prestigious “Parkening International Young Guitar Competition” in 2019.
Garrett was accepted into the classical guitar department under Christopher Parkening at Pepperdine University in 2020, where he began his journey as an undergraduate. Throughout his time at Pepperdine, Garrett has released two classical albums, “Villa-Lobos: 5 Preludes" and “The Pacific Duo: A Debut,” as well as two instrumental metal singles, “Overarching” and “Turning Point.” Garrett also released an album with his band, Byrdhouse, titled “Figure It Out” in May 2023. Garrett continues to perform in Los Angeles in different bands as well as independently. Garrett is currently attending the University of Southern California (USC) for a Master's in Classical Guitar Performance.
Additional booking notes
Since I am a classical musician, If the venue is loud, it would be preferred to have a mic and PA set up. If the venue is quiet enough, my guitar should be heard.
Services offered
Past booked events
June 2025
06
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
12:00pm - 12:30pm
•
Paramount, CA
May 2025
31
Saturday
Birthday Party
7:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Whittier, CA
18
Sunday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Los Angeles, CA
September 2024
05
Thursday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Los Angeles, CA
February 2024
14
Wednesday
Personal Occasion
8:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Agoura Hills, CA
May 2023
27
Saturday
Launch Party
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Ventura, CA
February 2022
23
Wednesday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Hermosa Beach, CA
October 2021
16
Saturday
Wedding Reception
2:30pm - 7:30pm
•
South Pasadena, CA
August 2020
08
Saturday
Anniversary Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Newport Beach, CA
March 2020
21
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Costa Mesa, CA
February 2020
14
Friday
House Party
7:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Playa Vista, CA
May 2018
14
Monday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Glendale, CA
Set list
Repertoire List for Garrett Podgorski
Studies:
Carcassi Estudio No. 7
25 Estudios
Sor Estudio 12
Variations on a Theme by Mozart
Tarrega Estudio Brilliante
Villa Lobos Etude No. 1
Etude No. 2
Etude No. 7
Preludes 1-5
Traditional:
El Noi De La Mare
My Country Tis’ of Thee (Arr. Phillip Lester)
Simple Gifts
Renaissance:
Mudarra Fantasia 10
Baroque:
Bach Allegro BWV 998
Chaconne
Courante (Cello Suite No. 3)
Fugue from Violin Sonata No. 1 BWV
1001
I Stand at the Threshold
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (arr. Foster)
Prelude No. 1 (Well Tempered Clavier)
Prelude No. 6 (Well Tempered Clavier)
Prelude BWV 998
Praeludium from Fourth Lute Suite
Prelude from the First Cello Suite
Sheep May Safely Graze (Cantata 208)
Rameau Les Sauvages
Scarlatti Sonata K53
Classical:
Dowland A Fancy
Guiliani Grand Overture
Sor Variations on a Theme by Mozart
Romantic:
Albeniz Leyenda
Torre Bermeja
Barrios Julia Florida
Un Sueno De La Floresta
Debussy A Girl with the Flaxen Hair
Clair De Lune
Satie Gymnopedie No. 1
Ravel Pavane for a Dead Princess
Empress of the Pagodas
Segovia Era:
Granados La Maja de Goya
Villanesca
Ponce Preludes 1, 2, 4, 6
Preambulo and Allegro Vivo
Rodrigo Tres Piezas Españolas
Tarrega Recuerdos De La Alhambra
Capricho Arabe
Tedesco La Arrulladora
Nocturno
Torroba Nocturno
Romance of the Pines
Torija
Sonatina
Modern:
Carlevaro Campo
Domeniconi Koyunbaba
Duplessy Oulan Bator
Dyens Saudade 3
Songe Capricorne
Piazzolla Primavera Portena
Invierno Porteño
Russell My Gentle Harp
Walton 5 Bagatelles
York Letting Go
Home
Woven World
Squares Suspended
Sunburst
Chamber Music:
Assad Agua e Vinho (2 Guitars)
Bach Sanctify us by thy Goodness (2 Guitars)
Bellinati Jongo (2 Guitars)
De Falla La Vida Breve (2 Guitars)
Miller’s Dance (2 Guitars)
Will of the Wisp (2 Guitars)
El Pano Moruno (2 Guitars)
Granados Intermezzo (2 Guitars)
Hernandez Catalyst (2 Guitars)
Piazzolla Histoire du Tango (Guitar and Violin, Flute, and Oboe)
Jobiniana No. 1 (2 Guitars)
Pantoja Lamento (Guitar and Voice)
Rodrigo De Los Alamos (2 Guitars)
Tedesco Prelude and Fugue No. 4 (2 Guitars)
Telemann Canon (2 Guitars)
Traditional Drewries Accordes (2 Guitars)
La Rossignol (2 Guitars)
La Volta (2 Guitars)
Offertorio (2 Guitars)
An Old Music Box (2 Guitars)
The Water is Wide (Guitar and Voice)
Three Mexican Folk Songs (Guitar, Chamber Orchestra and Choir)
Williams Schindlers List (Guitar and Cello)
York Evening Dance (2 Guitars)
Holiday Themed:
Pachelbel Canon in D
Traditional O Come, O Come Emmanuel (Arr. Lester)
The First Noel (Arr. Lester)
Concertos:
Rodrigo Concierto De Aranjuez
Concierto Madrigal Mov 1, 8, 10
Vivaldi Concerto in D Major RV93
Influences and inspiration
Christopher Parkening, Randy Rhoads, Julian Bream, Andres Segovia, Johannes Möller, Bach, Villa Lobos, Fernando Sor, Etc.
Setup requirements
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