Kevin Brown Guitar
- West Chicago, IL
- Classical Guitarist
- 45 Verified Bookings
Dan V. said “Kevin did an amazing job setting the mood for our auction event. The selection of music played was amazing, his talent is outstanding, and he was easy…”
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Mitchell was professional and talented. We are grateful for his performance.
Response from Mitchell Green Classical Guitarist:
Thank you very much, Patrick!
We have used Mitchell Green’s guitar artistry for two important family events. The first was a Celebration of Life gathering to honor my father, himself a lifelong classical guitarist and admirer of the instrument and its iconic players. The event took place in October of 2013 at the Redstone American Grill in Oakbrook Terrace, with about 60 guests in attendance. I stumbled across Mitchell’s profile while searching for Chicago area guitarists and was immediately attracted to his expansive and eclectic repertoire. After finding some videos and audio samples of his playing, we hired Mitchell for the event, requesting that he perform a program more in the Segovia tradition of the romantic guitar, focusing on composers such as Bach, Albeniz, Tarrega, Barrios, and Sor, as these were among my father’s favorites. Mitchell’s playing was the centerpiece of the event and exceeded our expectations in every regard. He performed throughout the meal (approximately 90 minutes) and then graciously provided a mini-concert to a small number of guitar aficionados as the event was winding down, playing several requested pieces and answering questions about his training and his instruments. He was a consummate professional. His facility with the instrument was world-class, his trills sparkling and his tremolos beautifully balanced and precise. When it came time to consider a performer for my mother’s Celebration of Life gathering this year, we immediately thought of Mitchell. Her event took place in November of 2019 at Zachary’s Grill in Palos Heights, with approximately 55 guests attending. This time, we requested that Mitchell play a range of composers from antiquity through modern day, including works by Andrew York, Roland Dyens and Carlo Domeniconi, among others. Once again, Mitchell’s playing elevated the occasion, providing a melodic backdrop that lifted us up in our solemn purpose. The addition of contemporary composers provided a colorful dynamic that kept the performance vibrant and engaging. His interpretations were sensitive, inspiring and thoughtfully presented. Though he performed continuously for nearly two hours, his execution seemed effortless and highly polished. I really couldn’t be more impressed with this young man. Mitchell Green should be performing on the concert stage every night, yet is somehow available for your wedding, bar mitzvah or corporate event. Until this terrible injustice is made right, I whole-heartedly encourage you to take advantage of his talents: gorgeous tone, silky legato, and masterful control of every musical detail.
Response from Mitchell Green Classical Guitarist:
What a review! Thank you John and Laura!
We hired Mitchell Green thru Gig Salad to play classical Spanish guitar for our mother's 90th birthday party. He was professional & accommodating in conversations leading up to the event. As he met our mother and wished her a happy birthday, he was so polite, respectful and warm, he seemed more like an old family friend than an musician we hired on line. However, nothing prepared us for the treat we were to experience when his fingers touched the strings. Mitchell set up stealth-fully however, when he sat down to play, all of the party guests kind of turned to hear him. Absolutely unfluttered he said, I thought I was going to be playing background music but this is great, I love to play concerts and classical guitar from Spanish composers is my specialty. It's been said that it isn't bragging if you can do it and Mitchell Green, it turns out, can do it! Our Mom was born & raised in Cuba so he began his virtuoso performance with some Cuban composers and continued to delight us with pieces from both historic and modern Spanish composers. He held the room in rapt attention for the next hour or so. Mitchell's guitar playing was so beautiful, expressive, technically outstanding and passionate that it became a transcendent experience. Mitchell approached his instrument and each musical piece with a reverence & humility that made us sense we were going to experience something extraordinary and every minute of his playing was just that - extraordinary. Mitchell offered just enough expert explanation of the composer & the history of the music to pique our interest and then he proceeded to blow us away with song after song. His playing was so sophisticated and accomplished, if you closed your eyes during some passages, you'd swear there were two or three guitarists in the room. Conversely, during other passages his finesse and phrasing was so delicate and expressive, it made time dilate. The only concern I would express about Mitchell, is that if you stick him in the corner of a room to play background music for an event, don't be surprised if he quietly and magnetically attracts the attention of the entire audience and then becomes the focus of admiring conversation the rest of the night. Not because of volume, drama or showmanship but in the way the whisper of sage truth can quiet a room. His performance was riveting and left us feeling much richer for having experienced it. And best of all, the birthday girl had been transported back to her homeland for one magical hour, although her smile lingered a lot longer.
Response from Mitchell Green Classical Guitarist:
Hi Matthew,
Wow - what a review! Thank you SO much! It was a true pleasure to join and you were all an incredible audience. Thank you!
I would highly recommend Mitchel. He is an exceptional musician, and the crowd enjoyed listening to his music. Many people commented on how pleasant his music sounded. Best performance ever!
Response from Mitchell Green Classical Guitarist:
Thank you very much!
Mitchell Green played several songs for us at the chapel during our daughter's wedding. He learned the bride & groom's rather obscure requested song, and did a beautiful rendition for them. He was always responsive with communications, prompt for our meeting, and flexible when I changed or added a song. I couldn't have asked for more! He is super talented! His music created the perfect tone for our intimate wedding.
Response from Mitchell Green Classical Guitarist:
Thank you so much, Lynn!
We loved Mitchell's Music! He is one of the most talented guitarists I have ever seen. Very professional and great to work with.
Mitchell is a phenomenal guitarist! Our guests absolutely loved his music and we received complements on his playing all evening. We hope to have him again!
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January 22, 2020 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Cultural Event |
October 27, 2019 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Children's Birthday Party |
September 28, 2019 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | House Party |
September 20, 2016 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
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