NYC Event Music provides live music in solo, duo or trio format for weddings and other events in the tristate area. Ideal for many “background music” settings, we perform classical guitar, jazz standards and/or instrumental renditions of popular songs at whatever volume and mood is appropriate.
Lead by acclaimed guitarist, composer and educator Colin Cannon. Colin is a graduate of the Berklee College of Music and holds bachelors and masters degrees of music. Based in NYC, Cannon performs at jazz venues including the Blue Note Jazz Club; and His 2021 release was ranked in the top ten jazz albums of year.
4 reviews
Evelina V.
February 12, 2026For my 42nd birthday I wanted to think outside the box and do something different! I wanted to do something for me only and so i hired him just to play music for me alone, to actually listen and enjoy the beautiful sounds of Jazz music while I relaxed on a hammock with a beautiful city view was an amazing experience for me! Thank you!
Hired as: Jazz Guitarist
Andrew B.
October 9, 2023Colin was a great hire for our small wedding. He provided the perfect ambience as guests arrived / got settled, and did a very nice rendition of our favorite song as we walked down the aisle.
He was prompt, professional and delivered exactly what we were hoping. Highly recommend him!
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
Oded B.
September 18, 2022Delivered musically, socially, business-wise.
Hired as: Jazz Guitarist
Jeff J.
October 22, 2017Hired for our wedding - professional through and through. Highly recommend Colin for anyone who enjoys good music!
Hired as: Jazz Guitarist
NYC Event Music
Thanks Jeff, we had a great time. Congrats!
Price range: $150 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
In general expect a warm jazz guitar atmosphere provided. Colin will adjust volume and mood for what's appropriate for your event. Colin is available, solo, duo, trio or even quartet.
Colin is a critically acclaimed guitarist, composer and teacher. He is a performer in NYC's most prestigious jazz venues including the Blue Note Jazz Club and his most recent album was ranked in the top ten jazz albums of 2021; all under his full name "Colin Cannon." A graduate of the Berklee College of Music, Colin holds bachelor's and master's degrees in music and is one of the most sought after guitar instructors in NYC.
In addition to all this, Colin performs "back ground music," ideal for weddings, private events, etc. For these events Colin typically plays jazz standards at whatever volume and mood is appropriate for the event.
No major technical assistance is needed. Colin will provide his own amplifier that should be loud enough for most events.
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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New York City, NY
Thursday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:45pm
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Brooklyn, NY
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Brooklyn, NY
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 7:00pm
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New York City, NY
Saturday
Birthday Party
4:00pm - 7:00pm
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Commack, NY
Saturday
Cocktail Party
4:30pm - 7:30pm
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Brooklyn, NY
Friday
Wedding Reception
8:00pm - 10:00pm
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Brooklyn, NY
Wednesday
Grand Opening
12:00pm - 2:00pm
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New York City, NY
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