Mark the Music Chef
Overview
I'm a versatile solo singing guitarist known for delivering engaging performances that connect with audiences of all ages. I bring a rich repertoire of classic hits, modern favorites, and timeless renditions to every stage.
Originally from Illinois, I've honed my craft and built a reputation as a reliable and talented entertainer. Now here in Central Florida, I bring that same passion and professionalism to every show.
Whether performing at weddings, corporate events, private events, grand openings, restaurants, fairs and festivals or intimate gatherings, my dynamic style adapts seamlessly to any setting. Depending on the venue, I can blend into the background or engage with the audience.
Reviews
3 reviews
Eric M.
September 18, 2026Highly recommend!
Mark is an absolute pleasure to work with! He was always available when a last-minute opening arose, and his professional, self-contained setup made it incredibly easy to place him anywhere within our event footprint.
He understood both his role and the needs of our events exceptionally well. Mark is the kind of entertainer you can give instructions to and feel completely confident they will be followed. His professionalism, flexibility and reliability allowed me to focus on the many other moving parts of the event, knowing he had everything under control.
I highly recommend Mark to anyone looking for a dependable, talented and easy-to-work-with entertainer!
Hired as: Guitarist, One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Jessie D.
October 3, 2019Great Performance!
Mark was great to work with! We had many compliments from our customers and employees on his performance! He was organized, prompt and very nice! Will definitely book him again!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Mark the Music Chef
It was my pleasure performing for them. They all treated me well and everyone had a really great time. I couldn't have asked for better people to be with.
Thomas M.
August 24, 2019Great job
Very good performance. Will hire again.
Hired as: One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Booking information
Price range: $200 – $1,400 per event
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 180 minutes
What to expect
I offer a fixed rate for small weddings within a certain geographical area providing up to 2 hours of music with a single setup location for a discounted rate of $499 when paid in full in advance of the wedding.
Additional booking notes
For most small and medium sized gigs I can be totally self contained without the need for electricity, as my equipment is rechargeable, eliminating the need for nearby electrical outlets and cables on the floor.
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
November 2026
11
Wednesday
Fundraiser
4:00pm - 7:00pm
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Davenport, FL
28
Saturday
Performance for the Veterans
4:00pm - 7:00pm
29
Sunday
Wine Tasting
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Past booked events
October 2026
24
Saturday
Fall Night Market
6:00pm - 9:00pm
18
Sunday
Private Party
1:00pm - 3:00pm
02
Friday
First Friday Night Market
6:00pm - 9:00pm
September 2026
10
Thursday
Private Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
05
Saturday
Private Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
August 2026
22
Saturday
Teens Birthday
1:00pm - 3:00pm
July 2026
11
Saturday
Business Appreciation Day
5:00pm - 7:00pm
June 2026
21
Sunday
After Church Gathering
1:00pm - 2:00pm
19
Friday
Sebring Racetrack
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Set list
200+ Songs nto choose from...
WEDDINGS / ROMANCE
Peter Yarrow, There is Love (The Wedding Song)
John Legend, All of Me
Joe Cocker, You Are So Beautiful To Me
Beatles, All My Loving
Willie Nelson, Always On My Mind
Luke Combs, Beautiful Crazy
Britney Spears, Toxic
Nora Jones, Turn Me On
Eric Clapton, Wonderful Tonight
Luis Armstrong, What a Wonderful World
Dusty Springfield, Spooky
Willie Nelson, Angel Flyin Too Close To the Ground
Rolling Stones, Let's Spend the Night Together
Elton John, This Is Your Song
COUNTRY / AMERICANA
Lil Nas X, Old Town Road
Luke Combs, Beautiful Crazy
Old Town Road (Line Dance Version)
Chris Stapleton, Tennessee Whiskey
Toby Keith, Whose Your Daddy
Toby Keith, Red Solo Cup
Toby Keith, Don't Let the Old Man In
Luke Bryan, Drink a Beer
Luke Combs, Even Though I'm Leavin
Johnny Cash, Ring of Fire
Drake Milligan, Sounds Like Something I'd Do
Tim McGraw, Don't Take the Girl
Sons of Legion, Carolina
Mark B Heller, Gimme a Kiss
Johny Cash, Folsom Prison Blues
Willie Nelson, Pancho and Lefty
Zach Brown, Wagon Wheel
Mark B Heller, Wild Wild Love
Mark B Heller, Real Cheap Wine
LOUNGE / EASY LISTENING
Neil Young, Old Man
Simon and Garfunkle, Sounds of Silence
Teddy Swims, The Door
Bee Gees, How Can You Mend a Broken Heart
Beth Hart, Bang Bang Boom Boom
Chris Isaak, Blue Hotel
Chris Isaak, First Comes the Night
Chris Isaak, Life Will Go On
Chris Isaak, I Got It Bad
Chris Isaak, Somebody's Cryin
Chris Isaak, Speak of the Devil
Chris Isaak, Wicked Game
Eilen Jewell, One of Those Days
James House, King of Nothing
Sam Smith, Stay With Me
Sam Smith, Say Something
Etta James, I'd Rather Go Blind
Nora Jones, I'll Be Your Baby Tonight
Frank Sinatra, Fly Me To the Moon
Imelda May, Sweet Blonde Sexy Woman
Patsy Cline, Crazy
Samantha Fish, No Angels
Jim Croce, I Got a Name
Ella Fitzgerald, Georgia
Roy Orbison, Blue Bayou
ROCK
Tom Petty, Free Fallin
Amy Winehouse, Valerie
Sons of Legion, Strange
Sons of Legion, Power
Fleetwood Mac, Rhiannon
Heart, Magic Man
Lynard Skynard, Simple Man
Kings of Leon, Sex on Fire
Neil Diamond, Sweet Caroline
ABBA, SOS
4 Non Blondes, Whats Up
Golden Earing, Radar Love
The Clovers, Love Potion #9
CCR, Have You Ever Seen the Rain
CCR, Who'll Stop the Rain
CCR, The Old Man Down the Road
CCR, Fortunate Son
REM, The One I Love
Marshall Tucker Band, Can't You See
Robert Palmer, Adicted to Love
Rolling Stones, Angie
Rolling Stones, It's All Over Now
Rolling Stones, Play With Fire
Rolling Stones, Honky Tonk Woman
Quarterflash, Harden My Heart
Beatles, I Saw Her Standing There
Miranda Lambert, Mama's Broken Heart
3 Doors Down, Kryptonite
Stray Cats, Stray Cat Strut
Elle King, X's and O's
Plain White Tees, Hey There Delilah
Nickelback, If Everyone Cared
Chris Isaak, She Did A Bad Bad Thing
The Doors, Love Me Two Times
Prince, Purple Rain
Marcy's Playground, Sex and Candy
3 Doors Down, I Walk Alone
Kinks, Sunny Afternoon
One Direction, Story of My Life
Zombies, She's Not There
ZZ Top, Sharp Dressed Man
The Animals, House of the Rising Sun
The Animals, Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
Wallflowers, One Headlight
Tommy James, Mony Mony
Billy Idol, Rebel Yell
Mark B Heller, Rescue Me
PATRIOTIC SONGS
America the Beautiful
Star Spangled Banner
Trace Adkins, Arlington
Toby Keith, American Soldier
Toby Keith, Courtesy of the Red White and Blue
Billy Ray Cyrus, Some Gave All
Lee Greenwood, GOD Bless the USA
Aaron Lewis, Am I the Only One
Aaron Tippin, Where the Stars and Stripes and the Eagle Flies
RELIGOUS SONGS
Josh Turner, Long Black Train
Leonard Cohen, Hallelujah
Setup requirements
I am totally self contained for small to medium sized gigs and I don't require any electricity as all my gear is rechargeable. On larger gigs, I will provide a list of required equipment so the venue can make arrangements for the rental, delivery and set
I will provxide a list of the necessary equipment based upon the specifics of the event and the venue itself.
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