Marvin Lee

Destin, FL

$100 and up

Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

Family friendly musician who can live stream for you event. Professional level audio and video. Request available with enough lead time. Extensive selection of music from a wide variety of genre's all done on with solo acoustic guitar and vocals.


Reviews

3 reviews

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Sean F.

September 29, 2023
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Amazing performance - exactly what we needed!

Marvin performed a great rendition of our wedding song at our anniversary dinner location and he was great to work with and put on a great performance. It was a memory my wife and I will cherish forever.

Hired as: Singing Guitarist


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Joe N.

March 21, 2022
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Great guy. Extremely flexible and talented

Surprise event for friends and Marvin hit it out of the park. Thanks again.

Hired as: Singing Guitarist

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Marvin Lee

What an honor to play for such a wonderful group of friends. The special treat was meeting a regional music legend from the band “Litterer” and playing a song they wrote. What a memorable evening. Thanks to you all, especially Joe, for making it happen and Steve for being so gracious with his song <3


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Vanessa C.

November 12, 2021
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Amazing Vocalist + a Class Act

Marvin was wonderful and exceeded our expectations. We hired Marvin for our most special day -- our wedding. On short notice -- because I was so bogged down with all of the other details, I'd forgotten to contract a vocalist -- Marvin learned the song I would walk down the aisle to and, when I asked him to omit a bridge, he instead rewrote that bit and offered it up as an option. It was fantastic! Not only did he do this, but he recorded our unique version and shared it with us so that we would have our very own song... couple that with a dude that was super chill and sooo easy to work with. If I could give him more than 5 stars, I would. We highly recommend Marvin to anyone looking to book a talented vocalist!

Hired as: Singing Guitarist

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Booking information

Price range: $100 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 10 - 240 minutes

What to expect

Enjoy a genuine folk musical experience complete with as much (or as little) explanation of the music as you'd like. Marvin Lee can provide "spirit food" for those seeking an experience or simple background cover music for those looking for a unique ambiance for their next event, house party or special surprise gift for a loved one.

About

Marvin Lee grew up in the deep south listening to a very wide range of music. Influenced by appalachian music, delta blues, jazz, zydeco, country and all of the other genres that create the musical jambalaya in this region. All this inspiration created a desire for a 14 year old Marvin Lee to seek out a guitar teacher and begin his musical journey. After attending college on scholarship for Jazz Bass, he transitioned into a successful career as a videographer and for many years music was relegated to a passionate hobby. In 2015, through a series of life changing events, Marvin Lee begin to write music and focus on creating a personal style of guitar playing centered around a the banjo style of playing known as claw hammer style. It was a percussive style that is upbeat and instinctually accepted by even those who are not familiar with the style. This focus on instinctual music has been the driving force in Marvin Lee's music and provides a soulful experience for people of all ages and origins. Marvin Lee feels that music truly is a magical salve for a wounded people and is best applied to one individual at a time. Music gives hope with restores faith and creates a better world. For those looking for a musician, this translates into a memorable event that brings smiles on recollection.

Additional booking notes

For groups larger than 6 people, it is highly recommended to have a PA system. Marvin Lee can accommodate groups up to around 250 people. For groups larger than that, it is recommended to contract out the sound system. Marvin Lee can also provide licensed recorded music before and after the performance that complies with all licensing requirements for public spaces.

Services offered

Past booked events

September 2023

23

Saturday

Surprise

6:00pm - 6:15pm

Destin, FL

March 2022

15

Tuesday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Destin, FL

November 2021

06

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Rosemary Beach, FL

January 2016

16

Saturday

Floriopolis Art Gallery, Panama City, Fl

7:00pm - 8:00pm

08

Friday

The Office @ Newby's Panama City Beach

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Set list

A customized list based on your needs can be provided on request

Influences and inspiration

Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, Pete Seeger, Frank Lindamood, Barbecue Bob, Lucky Mud, Slim Fatz, Belmont & Jones, William Chain, Roy Brooks, Les Meredith, and every musician I've ever seen in person

Setup requirements

Guitar

PA System (for larger groups)

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