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Oscar Butler Top Performer

Oscar Butler

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5.0 
(21 reviews)
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Singing Guitarist
  • Travels up to 700 miles
  • $200 and up
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Chocolate Jones

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You're Not As Old

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Let Me Be Free

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If You Smile @ house concert

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Finally Home @ house concert

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Caught Up In The Past
Oscar Butler
  • 1. Caught Up In The Past
  • 2. My Bike
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Overview

Oscar's shows are a delight. His songs are light, fun, witty observations of how peculiar life can be. His very clean finger-style guitar playing is always great to hear, and for a guitar player - to watch. Oscar sings his lyrics so clearly that it's easy to understand them; what a treat!

Smooth vocals and acoustic guitar. Originals and easy listening covers. Great for weddings, cocktail parties, happy hours or house concerts. Oscar is a true entertainer. Creates a wonderful atmosphere for events and/or gives wonderfully dynamic acoustic singer/songwriter shows.


21 Reviews

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Andrew F. • October 10, 2021

First class!

Oscar was amazing! We look forward to having him at our next event!

Hired as:
Singer/Songwriter
Oscar Butler

Response from Oscar Butler:

Thanks, and thanks for being the wonderful event host and making my job enjoyable.

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Laura J. • July 17, 2021

A Delightful Performance

This is the second year I've requested Oscar as a birthday surprise for my wife. She was surprised and delighted. His performance was stellar like the first request and other times when I've seen him perform at outside venues. We heard a few new songs in addition to ones we've heard before. The songs were appropriate for the occasion (milestone birthday). I looked forward to his engaging personality when setting up the arrangements and during the actual streaming performance. Oscar rocks!

Hired as:
Singer/Songwriter
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Laura J. • July 14, 2020

Great Performance

Oscar did a fine job at a Zoom birthday celebration we had on July 11th. We always looked to see if Oscar was playing at the quarterly local arts festival (before the virus hit). When Oscar appeared among the attendees let into the Zoom session, the birthday gal was very ecstatic and his performance definitely made her night! The party attendees enjoyed Oscar's music (especially the Chocolate song) commenting to me throughout the session. He was very personable just like he was in person at the festivals. Oscar was very helpful prior to the session set up, answering questions and making the celebration special with a virtual background. I would hire Oscar again.

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
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Tanya M. • February 19, 2020

Wonderful!

Oscar is always pleasant to work with and does a professional job. Stellar performance. Thanks so much, Oscar. Everyone enjoyed you!

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
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Bernie L. • December 6, 2019

Perennial Favorite!!!

Oscar has become a favorite for the New Mexico Veterans Memorial Christmas party. His mix of holiday and contemporary music hit the perfect note. Numerous people got his contact info and will be calling on him for there events. Thank-you Oscar!!!

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
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Chuck C. • December 2, 2019

He is fantastic!

Oscar made my girlfriend's 50th birthday celebration so special. All the guests loved him and asked where they could go see him again. After the event he stayed for a bit to chat with us. He is so genuine and personable. Thanks Oscar!

Hired as:
Guitarist, One Man Band, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Oscar Butler

Response from Oscar Butler:

Thank you for selecting and having me to be a part of your wonderful event!

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Mary J. • October 18, 2019

Oscar is amazing!

Oscar was the perfect touch to our anniversary party For our office - we received dozens of compliments on his music and voice - Oscar, you rock!

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
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Mara H. • May 17, 2019

Wonderful entertainment

Thank you Oscar for providing the perfect note to our alfresco afternoon staff celebration. Your music was crystal clear, amped appropriately, and not intrusive. We will book you again for sure!
Mara, Georgia O'Keeffe Museum

Hired as:
Folk Singer, Singing Guitarist
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Lisa S. • May 2, 2019

Dinner Music

Fantastic, made our event nice and smooth!

Hired as:
Guitarist
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Bernie L. • December 9, 2018

Oscar is simply the best!

Wednesday evening was the second time Oscar has performed for an event at the NM Veterans Memorial...based on the response of all the attendees, it will not be the last! Oscar cleverly blended in Christmas music with his normal repertoire to the enjoyment of all. Thank-you Oscar for making our Christmas the best ever!

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Oscar Butler

Response from Oscar Butler:

Once again, it was a pleasure providing the music for your event! I look forward to being a part of your or your guest's future events.

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Bernie L. • October 9, 2018

Oscar is amazing!!!!

Oscar is absolutely amazing! He and his music were the perfect compliment to my mother-law’s 80th birthday party. Afterward she commented that the day of the party was the best of her life — Oscar was a big part of that. Thanks!

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
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Liz G. • September 12, 2018

ALWAYS the best.

You can't go wrong if you hire Oscar - such great tunes, good vibes, chill, happy music. His voice is outstanding, and he's a breeze to work with! Couldn't recommend him more.

Hired as:
One Man Band
Oscar Butler

Response from Oscar Butler:

Thanks for the wonderful review!
Oscar

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Jann K. • August 8, 2018

Oscar is amazing!

He’s a pro... and the folks attending our event just loved him! Perfect sound and a great vibe for our National Night Out event. We love you Oscar, thanks for sharing your gift of song with us!

Hired as:
Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist

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Racso R. • May 30, 2018

Everyone loves Oscar!

Arrived early to set up and get a feel for the event. Very professional and amazing music!

Hired as:
Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
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Racso R. • May 20, 2018

Oscar was the perfect fit

Everyone loved his music. He has a wonderfully soothing voice.

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
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Emily M. • May 16, 2018

Great feedback from store team and customers!

Oscar was great to work with and we enjoyed having him as part of our Grand Opening celebration! Very genuine and talented and I heard nothing but great feedback from the event guests/customers.

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
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Racso R. • May 7, 2018

The right choice!

Very professional and extemely talented.

Hired as:
Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
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Chip L. • December 17, 2017

Oscar is smooth!

You cannot go wrong having Oscar at a house party or office event. Easy to work with, he has a wide playlist and our guest really enjoyed him.

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Oscar Butler

Response from Oscar Butler:

Thanks, Chip!
Wonderful group of friends you have there. I totally enjoyed playing at your party.

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Rose S. • October 23, 2017

Wedding

Oscar is the best. All our guest loved the music. Would hire again in a heartbeat.

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Oscar Butler

Response from Oscar Butler:

A beautiful setting for the wedding reception. Those guest whom I had the pleasure to meet were wonderful. I am so thankful to have been invited to be part of this beautiful event.

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Corkey B. • October 17, 2017

wonderful evening at Balloon Fiesta

excellent. played whole evening.

Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
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Steve W. • September 17, 2017

Always Great

This is the third event over the past decade that we have had Oscar and couldn't be more pleased. Music to listen to but still talk and enjoy dinner and drinks. Close ur eyes and enjoy having JT in his prime singing for you!

Hired as:
Folk Singer, Guitarist, One Man Band, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Oscar Butler

Response from Oscar Butler:

Thanks, Steve for the awesome review! I had a wonderful time playing for your group in such a beautiful setting. All were wonderfully gracious which always makes for a pleasant performing experience.

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Booking Info

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Price Range: $200 and up

Gig Length: 30 - 240 minutes

Languages: English

Website: Visit website

Phone Number: Call

What to Expect

For events such as cocktail parties, wedding reception dinners, conference receptions/dinners, restaurants, park picnics, backyard cookouts:
Smooth relaxing upbeat acoustic guitar and vocal background music.

For events such as coffee houses, house concerts, festivals, fundraisers:
Fun upbeat entertainer with wonderfully smooth vocals, guitar, and charming personality

About

Born in New York City then raised from the age of 3 in Orange County, NY. Oscar began playing guitar at the age of 9. He played his first live competition at the age of twelve at a local county fair. The following year he won a talent show at the school he was attending in Goshen, NY.

About eighteen months after his high school graduation he attended the State University of New York college at Cortland, NY, where he studied music theory with a concentration on performance, but became discourage at “true” talent that he felt he lacked. Because of this he dropped music as his major and switched to computer science focusing on programming. He put his guitar and dreams down. But they wouldn’t stay down for very long.

Six years later and married Oscar “the musician” resurfaced in Boston, Massachusetts as a busker. It was on those streets, markets and the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority subway platforms that Oscar began honing and perfecting his musical and performance skills. Surrounded by students of one of the finest schools in contemporary music, Berklee College of Music, Oscar had to believe in himself and in his abilities as a musician.

He overcame his fears and doubts about his talent because of the responses that he received from captivated listeners. Oscar was also sought out by a reporter to be included in an article in the Boston Globe about subway performers. In 1990 Abigail Joy, Oscar’s first of three daughters was born, and not wanting to raise her in the city of Boston, packed the family up and moved to Albuquerque, NM where over the years he has built a large fan base from performing in restaurants, bars, private parties and festivals.
Guitarist, singer, songwriter Oscar Butler is someone you need to see an

Additional Booking Notes

Equipment is dependent on the type and size of the venue.
The simplest requirements are a vocal mic and a guitar plugin.

Services Offered

Singing Guitarist Folk Singer Guitarist One Man Band Singer/Songwriter

Set List

One More Time (original)
Fire And Rain (James Taylor cover)
They Say The Blues Can Set You Free (original)
Thinking Out Loud (Ed Sheeran cover)
My Bike (original)
Copperline (James Taylor cover)
Caught Up In The Past (original)
Polaroids (Shawn Colvin cover)

I can also do full shows of original music.

Influences & Inspiration

James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, CSN&Y, Shawn Colvin, David Wilcox (American), Kevin Moore (Keb Mo), Livingston Taylor, Colon Hay, Indigo Girls, Jonatha Brooke, Ed Sheeran

Setup Requirements

vocal mic & direct box

PA fitting venue

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