Michael Jenkins

West Bloomfield, MI

$200

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La Vida Es un Carnaval-Celia Cruz. Saying greetings

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Veteran Day Salute 2022- What's going on

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On Broadway

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Game of Thrones

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Shape of the heart

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Brighton Manor assisted living and memory care

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Wedding Reception

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Art Gallery

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Corporate party

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Wedding

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Pre-party Ford Field

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Private Xmas celebration

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Jamiesons Restaurant

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Holiday program

Overview

Michael Jenkins is an experienced guitarist who is known for professionalism and flexibility.
Available for corporate and office party’s, senior living communities, house concerts, country clubs, luncheons, brunches, church service, studio recordings and weddings.

The volume can be kept to a level where your guest will easily be able to hold a conversation and still enjoy the background music if you prefer.
I provide wide range of musical styles at Affordable rates.


Reviews

6 reviews

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Early

July 21, 2025
Verified review

An Exceptional Guitarist Who Elevates Any Event!

Michael was an absolute pleasure to work with! From the start, he was extremely professional and took the time to request detailed information about our event to ensure the music perfectly matched the theme and vibe. That level of care and customization truly set the tone for an amazing experience.

He is an incredibly talented musician, and our guests absolutely loved his performance! The music added so much elegance and energy to the event.

I would 100% recommend Michael for any occasion and would absolutely work with him again in the future. Thank you, Michael, for making our event unforgettable! 🎶

Hired as: Guitarist, Jazz Guitarist


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Emily G.

November 19, 2024
Verified review

Great energy!

We hired Michael for our Chick-fil-A location to play music in the dining room. The guests loved him - he was able to deliver on what we were looking for. Thank you, Michael - we are looking forward to working with him again soon! :)

Hired as: Guitarist

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Michael Jenkins

Thank you! It was a pleasure working with you and your staff. Much appreciated.


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Ed

November 13, 2024
Verified review

Great job

Great mood setting performance

Hired as: Guitarist, Jazz Guitarist

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Michael Jenkins

I appreciated the chance to contribute to such an inspiring atmosphere. Your support means a lot to me! Thank you.


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Alexandria W.

July 31, 2024
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Great performance and easy to work with! Very accommodating.

on time, cooperative, respectful and talented.

Hired as: Guitarist


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Bonnie B.

August 22, 2021
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Outstanding entertainment

Mr Jenkins (Mike) has a versatile repertoire; he provided a mix of rock, R&B, blues, and jazz that delighted the guests at our anniversary party. Mike was accommodating and receptive to our musical requests. We highly recommend Mike and would hire him for a future social event.

Hired as: Guitarist

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Michael Jenkins

Thank you for your kind words. I am happy that l was able to help make you and John’s celebration special.
You couldn’t have been better host.

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Booking information

Price range: $200

Languages: English

Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes

Unions: AFM

What to expect

I have a very wide skill set and I’m perfectly happy to adapt to whatever setting is appropriate.
I have hundreds of songs in my repertoire and given a space of time l can add a few of your favorites request covering any genre era you might like for the event.

I also have all of the sound equipment necessary for most settings, and can provide that when needed. Attention to detail, professional, dressed appropriately and punctual.

About

Michael Jenkins is a experienced guitarist who has performed for the Department of Defense and played USO tours in Asia, Europe and Middle East. Has performed at numerous festivals . Music teacher and session guitarist for many local entertainers.

Additional booking notes

I use Bose equipment for small venues under 40 people, it’s wireless speaker system, , no electrical external power is needed to provide any entertainment.
They are very effective when a small space is available. Sonically proficient.

I use larger stereo powered systems for venues over 40 people and would need electrical outlets .
A microphone is available for host that would like to communicate to clients, friends or family.

Set list

The Dance -Garth Brooks
Wichita Lineman-Johnny A
Game of throne-TV
You’ve got a friend-James Taylor
Just my Imagination-Peter White
Mr. Magic- Grover Washington
Living inside your love- Earl Klugh
Wine light-smooth Jazz
Cantaloupe Island-Herbie Hancock
Midnight in San Juan-Earl Klugh
Song for Elizabeth-Jonathan Butler
Smiles and smiles -Larry Carlton
The truth will always be -Pat Metheny
After hours -Ronnie Jordan
On Broadway-George Benson
Affirmation-George Benson
Soulful (link hidden)nson
Breezin -George Benson
The Ghetto-G Benson
Yearning for your love-GAP Band
Bumpin on Sunset-Wes Montgomery
Riviera Paradise- Stevie Ray Vaughan
Cause we ended as lovers -Jeff Beck
Tears in heaven -Eric Clapton
Wonderful Tonight
Cocaine
Crossroads
Lost without you-Robin Thicke
Rio De Janeiro Blues
Mercy Mercy me-Marvin Gaye
What's going on
No Ordinary Love-Sade
Forgets Me Nots- (link hidden)shen
Anytime any place -Janice Jackson
Otherside of game-Erykah Badu
If I ruled the world-NAS
Shake That-Eminem
Lovesong-Adele
Portuguese Love- Tina Marie
Belief- John Mayer
Senorita- Shawn Mendes
Havana- Camila Cabello
Happy-Pharrell Williams
Cold Sweat-James Brown
That's the way love goes-Janet Jackson
Man in the Mirror-Michael Jackson
Butterflies
Thriller
Belief- John Mayer
A Thousand Years-Sara Bareille
La Vida Es Un Carnaval- Celia Cruz
Samba de Verao
Besame Mucho
Black Magic Woman- Santana
Oye como va
Crossroads -Eric Clapton
Little Wing-Jimi Hendrix
Voodoo Child -Jimi Hendrix
Until Sunrise-George Duke
Smiles and smiles -Larry Carlton
The truth will always be -Pat Metheny
After hours -Ronnie Jordan
Samba de Verao
How Insensitive
Besame mucho
The Look of Love
My way- Frank Sinatra
Take the A-Train
Maputo-Bob James
Sugar
Killer Joe
Nature Boy
All Blues
What A Wonderful World
Until Sunrise-George Duke
Sundown -Wes Montgomery
Spain -Al Jarreau
Wine light-smooth Jazz
Overjoyed -Stevie wonder
Master blaster -Stevie wonder
Purple rain-prince
Cause we ended as lovers -Jeff Beck
Another Brick in the wall-Pink Floyd
While my guitar gently weeps- Beatles
Michelle-Beatles
l love her- Beatles
Joy to the world
Silent Night
The Christmas Song
Chestnuts Roasting
The First Noel
7 Rings
Let it Snow
Baby’s It's cold outside
Motown and much more.

Influences and inspiration

Larry Carlton
<a href="https://www.gigsalad.com/external/redirect/aHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS9vbXRkOGpkMDdqOA%3D%3D">https://youtu.be/omtd8jd07j8</a>

Earl Klugh
<a href="https://www.gigsalad.com/external/redirect/aHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS95QVpiYkRmdm5FMA%3D%3D">https://youtu.be/yAZbbDfvnE0</a>

Stevie Ray Vaughan
<a href="https://www.gigsalad.com/external/redirect/aHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS9zcWdabW9yVS1HOA%3D%3D">https://youtu.be/sqgZmorU-G8</a>

George Benson
<a href="https://www.gigsalad.com/external/redirect/aHR0cHM6Ly95b3V0dS5iZS9rVmM1ckNsMEJJcw%3D%3D">https://youtu.be/kVc5rCl0BIs</a>

I believe all they have wonderful a guitar tone and are Masters of the guitar.

Setup requirements

1 outlet

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