Spanish Latin acoustic guitarist Rico Espinoza offers musical entertainment for all occasions. When looking to hire wedding music, wedding entertainment, wedding musician, Rico Espinoza offers unique and signature Spanish guitar music ideal for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. He performs as a solo musician with his percussionist, and with his trio made up of spanish guitar, percussion, and bass. Whether it is a joyous event such as a wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, or a corporate function, Spanish Latin acoustic guitarist Rico Espinoza enhances it with his signature Spanish Latin acoustic guitar musical services.
3 reviews
Andrea K.
June 23, 2015We booked Rico for our wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner reception and we couldn't have been happier! He arrived very early to set up, had a clean presentation, and he began at the requested time. He was professional and very friendly and made everything so easy for us. Rico's music is artistic and so beautiful! We received so many compliments from our guests. Thank you Rico for making our special day even more special with you hard work and talent!
Hired as: Guitarist
Janis G.
June 22, 2015Rico was an excellent addition to our special family celebration. He is an amazing artist whose music provided the perfect back-drop and ambiance for our event. His repertoire seamlessly crossed many categories so there was something for all the generations, and everyone enjoyed his beautiful playing. Highly recommended!
Hired as: Guitarist
Lisa K.
October 25, 2010Rico did an excellent job providing festive background music for our grand opening. Moreover, he was extremely professional and accommodating to our needs.
Hired as: Guitarist
Price range: $150 & up per hour
Languages: English, Spanish
A list of corporate groups and hotels to which Rico Espinoza has provided muscial services to
The Beverly Hills Hotel
The Ritz Carlton Hotels
Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino
The Venetian Hotel & Casino
The North Orange County Bar Association
The National Multiple Sclerosis Association
The Wall- Las Memorias Project
Primacy Relocation
Perillo Industries
Masonic Association
Bridgepointe Education
Kern County Museum of Art
Biography
It was initially the racing flamenco guitar sounds of the Gipsy Kings that inspired acoustic guitarist Rico Espinoza to pick up the guitar in high shcool. He then came across the music of Paco de Lucia and Vicente Amigo, two poetic flamenco guitarists that changed his perception of the acoustic guitar.
At first, not having a guitar teacher or many musical resources at that time made it a challenge for him to learn the instrument. But everyday Rico spent hours, playing his acoustic guitar along to the cassette tapes of The Gipsy Kings. One day at a record store, Rico came across a CD that had a black and white photograph of a flamenco guitarist. Not knowing anything about this album or the guitarist, Rico took a chance and bought it. When he got home, he played the CD and could not believe what he heard. The album “De mi Corazon al aire” by Vicente Amigo was astonishing, passionate, and magical. It opened up the world of flamenco music to Rico Espinoza. Rico would try to emulate the flamenco sounds that he heard from CDs. He was compelled to learn how to use the acoustic guitar to convey his thoughts and feelings. While learning the instrument, Rico always listened to the facinating sounds of Latin music such as salsa and boleros.
Rico wanted to create his own acoustic guitar sound after listening to so much flamenco and Latin music. He began to write and record his own compositions. Rico began to perform as a acoustic guitar soloist and with small ensembles with various well-recognized musicians in Los Angeles. Within a few years, Rico recorded his first CD entitled "Echoes in the Park". The songs in this CD display a vibrantly colorful yet dark and nostalgic acoustic guitar sound. Rico is constantly challenging himself musically, trying to always maintain a signature acoustic guitar sound and is always working on various musical projects. Rico Espinoza is currently in the process of recording his new CD which will consist of timeless Latin classic songs by master Cuban and Puerto Rican singers such as Ismael Rivera, Pete "El Conde" Rodriguez, and Benny More. Rico is currently residing in Los Angeles California.
Rico was very talented and professional and his music was just wonderful!!!! Everyone complimented his music and he was very self-sufficient with setting up. Would recommend for another event!
– Brittny J, San Diego, CA, 4/7/2010
WOW!!! Rico provided the music for our ceremony and reception. He came an hour early to set up, lent us his microphone for our toasts and took requests. He only stopped playing for the ceremony and the toasts. Otherwise he played the entire time!!! We simply cannot recommend Rico enough! He lent a fabulous ambience to our entire event! We received compliments about the music from many guests.
– - C. Miller, Arcadia, Ca
It was awesome to have you perform at our wedding! Everything you did was extremely professional from the day I first contacted you, right on through the ceremony. The music was beautiful and it was our pleasure to have you there. Thanks again!
– -Terry Z. Laguna Beach, CA
Rico is very professional, and is perfect for our corporate functions. His style ads just the right atmosphere to a cocktail party for our financial investor conferences.” Thanks again, it was great having you there. Looking forward to working with you again in the future.
– -Eric Salvarezza, Las Vegas, NV
Rico was amazing. He is very talented, and an exceptional businessman as well. Rico anticipated my needs, was easy to work with, and very flexible. He was also at the venue 3 hours prior to performance time to set up and ensure there were no glitches. I recommend him with a GOLD STAR!
– -Landa Payne- Huntington Beach, Ca
Dear Rico, I would like to extend a HUGE THANK YOU for the wonderful entertainment you provided for our Sunday Brunch. I appreciate your complete professionalism, flexibility and willingness to accommodate our very special group. This was a very special weekend for many of our clients and you added the perfect touch to the closing of our event. You have amazing talent and I will happily spread the word. Thank you again!
– Janell Marshall Programs Manager
Rico played at a recent cocktail party for investors, bankers and attorneys. His style was the perfect background music for the event, and created the ideal atmosphere for them. He was professional and easy to work with, and I look forward to hiring him again.”
– -Eric Salvarezza
Dear Rico, On behalf of Young Actors Camp, I want to sincerely thank you for your wonderful performance on Saturday, June 20, 2009. You were without question, the highlight of our Fiesta. Prior to the party, your professionalism of coordinating a written contract between yourself and our organization was outstanding. Your wisdom of contractual business, assured me that you were going to perform as agreed upon. In addition, we were very impressed with your proficient and skillful methods of setting up your equipment without being invasive to our guest. The entire packages of your talents were beyond our expectations. Although your live performance is over, I am grateful to be graced with listening to your CD. Once again, thank you for making our party a great success.
– Sincerely, Bernetta London
Rico and his partner provided excellent entertainment at our group reception. He was very professional and the music was perfect during dinner. Many people commented on how much they enjoyed the music and asked for Rico's card. We would definitely use him again in the future!
– -Eduardo Estrada, Calabasas, Ca
Rico Espinoza performed at our art gallery on 3/28/09 in honor of Muriel Olguin. The event was a beautiful success, thanks in part to the performance of Mr. Espinoza. The music was enchanting and we were captivated by Mr. Espinza's playing. We heartily recommend him as a talented professional who was also courteous and punctual. Many thanks to Mr. Espinoza
– Sincerely, Mary Jo Masters San Pedro, CA
Rico is a very talented professional, we all enjoyed very much his performance, he has his own particular style that makes it a signature sound. Thank you very much for your lovely guitar.
– Vicente C, Santa Monica, CA
Rico Espinoza was hired to play his guitar at our engagement party. We found him online and were not sure what to expect. He showed up very early to set up, tune his guitar and get ready. We were so impressed with his professionalism! He was very friendly and his music was amazing! Rico's presence and playing gave our engagement party such great ambiance! All of our friends were so impressed by him and his talent! I would recommend Rico Espinoza to anyone. He played his heart out for two hours! He was the best part of our party. Thank you Rico!
– -- Jennifer P, Westwood, CA
Rico Espinoza Trio were my opening act and they set the stage for a explosive evening of music, they were truly professional and put on a incredible show and all my guests that were there for my 50 B-Day wanted more. I am going to have a event in Jan 09 and have no reservations in having Rico and his Band play for me and my guests again.
– -- Arturo A, Chatsworth, CA,
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