Rob Michael

Top Performer

Coarsegold, CA

Starts at $500

Travels up to 200 miles

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Harvest Moon

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Bach's Bouree in E minor

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Last Train Home

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Holiday Music

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Classical

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Wedding at the Berkeley Botanical Gardens

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Live @ The Ivy Room

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Photo by Rich Goudeau

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Overview

Solo finger-style guitarist for all performance occasions. Jazz, classical, Latin, pop and folk styles are areas of my specialty. Sound combines Pat Metheny, with Chet Atkins. "An air of sophistication, class and humor combined with world-class virtuosity is what Rob brings to any event."


Reviews

30 reviews

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Barrie C.

July 20, 2026
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Exactly as expected

Rob was a perfect commitment to our birthday party. He arrived with plenty of time to get set up organized and ready to go. His personality was upbeat and perfect for our birthday event. He seemed like a generally nice guy.

Hired as: Guitarist


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James H.

May 29, 2026
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Perfect music for our wedding

We had a small family wedding in Yosemite. The weather was less than ideal, but Rob came through on all we asked, he showed up early and played the entire time and set an amazing vibe. Would totally recommend to anyone looking for a great guitarist. Super friendly and easy to communicate with as well.

Hired as: Guitarist


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Tim

December 4, 2025
Verified review

Wonderful!

Rob, you were exactly what I wanted, and you performed beautifully. You helped make a special night even better. I certainly hope to use our services again soon. Thank you!

Hired as: Classical Guitarist, Guitarist, Jazz Guitarist


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Francesca L.

August 3, 2025
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Perfect for our event!

Rob communicated well, showed up on time, played beautifully, and was a delightful addition to our retirement party dinner event. I would definitely hire him again.

Hired as: Guitarist


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Chris E.

June 15, 2024
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Great Muscian

Rob did a fantastic job performing at a memorial service we hosted.

Hired as: Classical Guitarist, Guitarist

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Booking information

Price range: Starts at $500

Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes

Insurance: $1,000,000 - This available on an event- by-event basis.

What to expect

Instrumental solo fingerstyle acoustic and electric guitar in the style of Chet Atkins, Tommy Emmanuel, Pat Metheny and Joe Pass.

About

I'm fortunate to have the privilege of “Living the Dream” of a pro muso: Playing gigs, recording albums, making videos, teaching--I love it.

Teaching music is something I've long been passionate about. I see 40-60 private students while living in the San Francisco Bay area for 40 years. I also give Lessons Online. and over the past couple of decades or so has given approximately 54,000 private music lessons!

You'll find me playing live and in-studio concerts on Youtube, iTunes or Google Play.

See you on 'The Other Side' and oh, if you've read this far, you might as well drop me a "Howdy!"

Additional booking notes

I'm self-contained requiring little more than some AC power and a chair. Can interface with an onsite PA or provide a larger PA/ sound system if needed.

Past booked events

October 2026

08

Thursday

Wedding Reception

12:00pm - 3:00pm

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Oakhurst, CA

July 2026

18

Saturday

Birthday Party

4:00pm - 7:00pm

•

San Luis Obispo, CA

May 2026

30

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Coarsegold, CA

28

Thursday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Yosemite National Park, CA

November 2025

29

Saturday

Birthday Party

4:30pm - 6:30pm

•

Clovis, CA

August 2025

01

Friday

Dinner Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Lincoln, CA

June 2024

05

Wednesday

Nonprofit Event

10:00am - 12:00pm

•

Fresno, CA

03

Monday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 12:30pm

•

Visalia, CA

May 2024

05

Sunday

Retirement Party

1:30pm - 2:00pm

•

Aptos, CA

March 2024

30

Saturday

Birthday Party

4:00pm - 6:00pm

•

Morgan Hill, CA

December 2023

31

Sunday

Personal Occasion

6:00pm - 7:00pm

•

Fresno, CA

23

Saturday

Personal Occasion

3:30pm - 4:30pm

•

Fresno, CA

April 2023

05

Wednesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:00pm - 1:30pm

•

Clovis, CA

February 2023

26

Sunday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Madera, CA

December 2022

31

Saturday

Birthday Party

1:00pm - 2:30pm

•

Oakhurst, CA

01

Thursday

Dinner Party

5:30pm - 9:30pm

•

Visalia, CA

October 2022

27

Thursday

Corporate Event

10:00am - 1:00pm

•

Selma, CA

September 2022

02

Friday

Birthday Party

5:30pm - 9:00pm

•

Visalia, CA

June 2022

24

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 6:00pm

•

Madera, CA

11

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 7:00pm

•

Fresno, CA

April 2022

09

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:30am - 11:30am

•

Tulare, CA

September 2021

18

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 1:00pm

•

Concord, CA

11

Saturday

Surprise

6:30pm - 8:30pm

•

Sonoma, CA

August 2021

29

Sunday

Wedding Reception

5:00pm - 7:00pm

•

Kentfield, CA

28

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

5:30pm - 8:30pm

•

Pleasanton, CA

20

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

4:00pm - 6:00pm

•

San Francisco, CA

July 2021

28

Wednesday

Cocktail Party

3:00pm - 5:00pm

•

Novato, CA

December 2019

07

Saturday

Christmas Party

6:30pm - 9:30pm

•

Napa, CA

November 2019

03

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

1:30pm - 3:00pm

•

Sonoma, CA

September 2019

23

Monday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

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San Ramon, CA

13

Friday

Rehearsal Dinner

5:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Napa, CA

August 2019

10

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 5:30pm

•

Burlingame, CA

June 2019

06

Thursday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 7:30pm

•

Napa, CA

05

Wednesday

Corporate Event

7:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Menlo Park, CA

01

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 5:30pm

•

Bodega Bay, CA

May 2019

22

Wednesday

Corporate Event

5:00pm - 7:00pm

•

San Francisco, CA

February 2019

13

Wednesday

Corporate Event

5:00pm - 7:00pm

•

Glen Ellen, CA

December 2018

15

Saturday

Holiday Party

4:00pm - 6:00pm

•

St Helena, CA

09

Sunday

Personal Occasion

10:00am - 12:30pm

•

Berkeley, CA

Influences and inspiration

Joe Pass, Chet Atkins, Tommy Emmanuel, Lenny Breau, Pat Metheny

Setup requirements

Ac Power

Armless chair

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