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Nathaniel Aguilar

Nathaniel Aguilar

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5.0 
(4 reviews)
  • Washington, DC
  • Multi-Instrumentalist
  • Travels up to 120 miles
  • $300 and up
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My Funny Valentine

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1980's Cow wants Bell back, gets a funky surprise

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Sandu

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You Are the Sunshine of my Life
  • 1. You Are the Sunshine of my Life
  • 2. Autumn Leaves
  • 3. Moon River
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Getting ready to play with the Organ Trio!

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Solo Jazz Piano Gig

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Organ Trio

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Great Gig at Rasika with Fiddler’s Dream

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Great gig with the Imperial Corner Band in Jamestown, VA.

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With Crush Funk Brass

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With Crush Funk Brass at the Rock n’ Roll Hotel in NE DC

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Overview

My name is Nathaniel, and I am a diverse percussionist and keyboardist in the DMV area.
I have a degree in Music from Stetson University (2006).
Here are some groups I currently work with:
Waterside Vibes - a quartet led by myself playing jazz, funk, some gospel, and much more.
Crush Funk Brass - a New Orleans inspired DC brass band (quartet and quintet available), playing
everything from Stevie Wonder to Ed Sheeran to "Just a closer walk with thee"
The CB3's - an exciting jazz organ group, performing favorite standards and not-so-covered jazz number.
Also, I am a worship leader at my church and am available to minister with my group, "Blessings Flow".
Hope to hear from you!


4 Reviews

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Caroline J. • June 11, 2018

Talented, well spoken, great with kids

We reached out to Nathaniel to have a professional drummer come speak to our inner city kids at our school, as some students had expressed interest in becoming a professional drummer. I asked Nathaniel to not sugar coat anything, to talk about the harsh realities of being a musician, and to encourage them in the importance of doing well in math and english. He arrived early to set up his drums, was great with the kids, brought them up on stage to show them a few things, and was able to eloquently speak about the "other side" of being a musician, and even incorporated a math lesson as to what his hourly rate ends up being, after figuring in the practices, the travel to the events, etc. He was able to keep the students engaged for over an hour, which is quite a feat given the attention span of our students! We had lined up a number of people to speak to the kids based on what they said they wanted to be when they grow up. Nathaniel was by far the best, and he was tenacious. Even we switched the schedule multiple times on him, he was still eager to make any necessary adjustments to his schedule so he could do this. We are deeply grateful, and ended up paying him twice his asking price because we were so pleased with him, which is saying a lot, considering our school is inner city, and none of our teachers are paid. Needless to say, we will be incorporating him into our school program at least 4 times a year going forward and would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone.

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Drummer, Multi-Instrumentalist
Nathaniel Aguilar

Response from Nathaniel Aguilar:

Hi Caroline, It was absolutely my pleasure to come to your school. I am so glad that the kids enjoyed it and I hope to come back soon! Thank you all for the opportunity!

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Tvjohn L. • June 6, 2018

Nat's musical knowledge is A+ all the way.

This additional post corrects the typo in my first review.

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Drummer
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Fiddlers D. • March 29, 2018

Reliable and a pleasure to work with

Nathaniel did a great job playing with the band. He was reliable, great rhythm, professional, arrived very early to the job, had great communication, super flexible and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend!

Asher

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Percussionist
Nathaniel Aguilar

Response from Nathaniel Aguilar:

Thank you Asher! It was amazing to work with Fiddlers Dream, I hope we can work together again in the future!

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Caitriona M. • February 12, 2018

Excellent musician

Nathaniel Aguilar is an accomplished and versatile musician. The gig required him to accompany amateur singers in an extensive 1920's concert and he performed this with ease. He prepared extremely well for the rehearsal and was flexible throughout the rehearsal and performance. He was punctual and very easy to work with. I would highly recommend Nathaniel. He is an excellent drummer and a joy to perform with.

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Percussionist
Nathaniel Aguilar

Response from Nathaniel Aguilar:

It was a pleasure working with you and the rest of the singers, Cait! Thank you for hiring me and I hope we can work again in the future! That was a fun gig!

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Price Range: $300 and up

What to Expect

When you hire me or my group, you can expect the highest level of musicality and professionalism as possible. I arrive early and stay in communication to ensure the smoothest event. I want your event to be a success, so go ahead - let me know what songs you want, in what style, what color suite you need us to wear. And I know things such as - always load in at the loading dock! I am here at your service and can arrange a variety of groups (not just a solo act!).

About

Nathaniel Aguilar is a diverse percussionist and keyboardist performer, educator, and composer in the DMV area. Nathaniel starting playing drums 11, and eventually piano and mallets. He went on to earn his degree in Music from Stetson University. He plays drums for Crush Funk Brass and also has his own group, Waterside Vibes. Also, he is co-founder and music director for local gospel/CCM group, Blessings Flow. Nathaniel’s influences are wide; Bernard Purdie, Billy Higgins, Lionel Hampton, Milt Jackson, Jimmy Smith, Andraé Crouch, Chopin, Aphex Twin, Carlos Jobim, just to name a few. He hopes to one day travel the world and play music wherever it will take him. Recent accomplishments include opening for Galactic with Aztec Sun (percussion) and performing at Muriel Bowser’s Inaugural Ball in DC at the Anthem. Nathaniel has also played in a variety groups who opened for Third Day, Sum 41, Paleface, Lymbic System, Nelly’s Echo, and many more.
He also is a Praise and Worship Leader at his church in Rockville, Maryland. Additonally, Nathaniel is currently working on his first instructional drum set book.

Services Offered

Multi-Instrumentalist Percussionist

Past Booked Events

April 23, 2022 • All-day event pending Herb, Tea, and Art Festival, Montpelier
September 28, 2019 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm Crush Funk Brass, Camelot Crosswinds
July 27, 2019 • 8:00pm - 11:30pm Birthday Party
May 13, 2019 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm Washington English Center, Gala Event
May 01, 2019 • 11:00am - 12:00pm Crush Funk Brass, NW, DC
March 31, 2019 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm Crush Funk Brass, Annapolis, MD
February 21, 2019 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm Waterside Vibes at Vicino's
December 31, 2018 • 9:00pm - 11:00pm Crush Funk Brass at Songbyrd Cafe
December 22, 2018 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm Holiday Party
December 21, 2018 • 9:00pm - 11:00pm Crush Funk Brass, Seasons and Sessions
December 20, 2018 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm NCI Holiday lunch, This Izmirlian Ensemble
December 15, 2018 • 6:00pm - 11:00pm Harmonium Holiday Party, Omni Shoreham
December 13, 2018 • 5:00pm - 9:30pm Booz Allen Hamiliton Party, VA
December 08, 2018 • 5:00pm - 11:00pm Wedding, DJ/Percussion Fusion
December 08, 2018 • 10:00am - 12:00pm Crush Funk Brass, Brookland Market
December 07, 2018 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm Private Event, Piano
December 02, 2018 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm Los Caribbeat, DC Holiday Market
November 30, 2018 • 8:30pm - 10:30pm Jazz Trio at Ten Tigers Parlour
November 18, 2018 • 2:30pm - 4:30pm Shrek Musical
November 17, 2018 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm Shrek Musical
November 16, 2018 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm Shrek Musical
November 12, 2018 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm Veterdays Day, Maryland Military Band
November 11, 2018 • 2:30pm - 4:30pm Shrek Musical
November 10, 2018 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm Shrek Musical
November 09, 2018 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm Shrek Musical
November 04, 2018 • 3:30pm - 5:00pm As You Like it, Keegan Theatre
November 03, 2018 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm Crazy for You, Timonium
October 28, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Palisades Firehouse, Crush Funk Brass
October 10, 2018 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm Twins Jazz, This Izmirlian Ensemble
September 29, 2018 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm Art All Night, Crush Funk Brass
September 29, 2018 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm Crush Funk Brass, Wedding
September 28, 2018 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm Rocklands Winery, Jazz Piano
September 15, 2018 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm Crush Funk Brass, Wedding
September 15, 2018 • 11:00am - 12:00pm Crush Funk Brass at Glover Park Day
September 09, 2018 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm Imperial Cornet Band, Catonsville MD
September 01, 2018 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm Private Wedding with Crush Funk Brass
August 26, 2018 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm Private Event with Crush Funk Brass
August 18, 2018 • 6:15pm - 7:15pm Arlington County Fair, Crush Funk
August 17, 2018 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm Crush Funk at the Wharf DC
August 05, 2018 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm Maryland Military Band in Bel Air, MD
July 21, 2018 • 9:00pm - 11:55pm Boundary Stone with Beat Corridor
July 11, 2018 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm Crush Funk Brass @ New Deal cafe
June 15, 2018 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm Olympus Condos, Kim Reynolds Quartet
June 01, 2018 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm Fundraiser Event with Parnaz Partovi and Shahin
May 31, 2018 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm School Assembly
May 27, 2018 • 9:00pm - 9:45pm Wedding Reception
May 26, 2018 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm Concert
May 22, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm Washington English Center, Gala Event
May 04, 2018 • 9:00pm - 11:30pm Haydee's Restaurant with Los Caribbeat
May 03, 2018 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm Imperial Cornet Band at Saudi Arabia Embassy
April 19, 2018–April 21, 2018 • 7:30pm - 9:00pm Hello, Dolly! at Rockville Musical Theater
March 28, 2018 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm Cocktail Party
March 17, 2018–March 18, 2018 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm Imperial Cornet Band, Jamestown, VA
February 17, 2018 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm private event - jazz piano
February 10, 2018 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm Fundraiser

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