Sean's unique approach to performing let's him sound like an acoustic duo! He sings easy-listening pop, rock, and jazz numbers, and can tastily add flute and saxophone in the right spots. His set up is very simple and compact with great sound quality. No background tracks are used, only a magic box called a phrase sampler that enables him to use his multi-instrumental talents.
If preferred, the client can opt out of the use of saxophone and flute. Sean also plays ambient classical guitar.
"Sean was able to tailor his performance to the crowd, was reliable, conscientious and professional."
-Dawn Elliot, Passenger Service, Supervisor, Polar Bear Express, Ontario Northland, Cochrane.
5 reviews
Vince L.
April 5, 2026Played 4-5 instruments
Hired as: One Man Band
Ilona M.
April 18, 2024Thanks for the entertainment.
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Brenda D.
August 26, 2022We had an intimate dinner house party of 6 guests to celebrate a 45 wedding anniversary. With Sean coming as our featured entertainer we were able to sit in the comfort of our home and listen to the smooth classic sounds of Sean-guitarist with vocals, sax, harmonica and flute. We also danced and occasionally sang along, The "stage" was our loft and, we thoroughly enjoyed our "loft concert". It was not the usual venue for Sean, but we were a truly grateful and appreciative audience. Thanks Sean
Hired as: One Man Band, Singing Guitarist
Sean Hully
Thank you Brenda! It was a fun evening and a pleasure performing in your home. Everyone was quite kind. I enjoyed the piece of cake and appreciated the help loading my car afterwards too,
Luke T.
June 12, 2022We had Sean in for a patio gig at our location. He was very punctual, professional, and had fun with the audience. He played lots of crowd favourites, and had fun takes on some classic songs. Lots of smiles from the crowd. His live looping of guitar, sax, and flute were great fun. Why pay to book a whole band when Sean can do it all. Thanks Sean!
Hired as: One Man Band
Sean Hully
Hi Luke, I really enjoyed performing at the restaurant. I was treated like a king too! Thanks so much for having me.
Desmond V.
July 9, 2018The Black Horse is proud to have Sean as a regular performer. By using a number of different instruments, he is able to create a show that exceeds what you would normally expect from "One Man Band".
Hired as: One Man Band
Price range: $250 - $800 subject to distance.
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Commercial General Liability, Intact Insurance.
Unions: AFM
Sean sings easy-listening songs drawn from pop, rock, and jazz. He supplies his own compact sound system for small rooms. He also owns a Bose P.A. system for larger rooms or outdoor venues.
Sean uses a nylon string classical guitar, a curved soprano saxophone, a flute, and harmonica to enhance some songs via a looping machine.. The woodwinds give the music variety and interest. Your guests will be intrigued by their sound and seeing him physically manipulate the instruments. Occasionally, he will layer guitar tracks and create percussive sounds.
If there is any point when simple ambient music is needed during the event, Sean can play light instrumental classical guitar.
Sean Hully is multi-instrumentalist with a diverse background of performance, recording, and education. He has performed with Carnival Cruise Lines and numerous tribute bands across North America, and has led his own bands, like The Sean Hully Jazz Group. He has played saxophone with jazz and dixieland bands, community musical theatre orchestras, and cover bands that played Latin, R&B, and various sub-genres of rock.
A songwriter and composer, he has three degrees in music studies, including a Licentiate of Music in classical saxophone and a Masters Degree in composition. Sean's first album of original songs (Interaction) was released in 2002 and uses common rock instrumentation.
Since 2015, Sean has developed a unique style with the discreet use of a loop pedal to incorporate flute, saxophone, percussive effects, and guitar leads. The nylon string guitar has become the bedrock of his style because it blends nicely with the folk, pop, classical, and jazz traditions.
The important item is access to an electrical outlet. Sean needs an area of about 5 square feet that is free of foot traffic to perform. Must be safe from sun and wet weather conditions.
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Peterborough, ON
Saturday
Birthday Party
8:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Gravenhurst, ON
Friday
Restaurant/Bar Event
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Kawartha Lakes, ON
Wednesday
House Party
6:30pm - 7:15pm
•
Lindsay, ON
Saturday
Private Event - Jazz Combo
All-day event
Friday
Weekly/Recurring Performance
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Oakwood, ON
Saturday
Restaurant/Bar Event
7:00pm - 11:00pm
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Kitchener, ON
Saturday
Maplefest
10:00pm - 4:00pm
Saturday
Maplefest
10:00pm - 4:00pm
Friday
First Friday Art Crawl
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday
Sean Hully Solo
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tuesday
Sean Hully
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Saturday
Lakefield Jazz Tour
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Friday
Sean at the Black Horse Pub, Peterborough
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday
Sean at The Black Horse Pub, Peterborough
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday
Sean at The Black Horse Pub, Peterborough
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Sunday
Sean at The Black Horse Pub, Peterborough
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sunday
Maplefest, Lakefield, ON
10:00am - 2:00pm
Saturday
Maplefest, Lakefield, ON
10:00am - 3:00pm
Thursday
Sherbrooke Heights Retirement Residence
6:45pm - 7:45pm
Friday
Jackson Creek Retirement Residence
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sean plays adult contemporary, oldies, folk rock, jazz
Song List
Allentown - Billy Joel
Bad Leroy Brown - Jim CroceAllentown - Billy Joel
All Of Me (jazz) - standard
American Tune - Paul Simon
Bad Leroy Brown - Jim Croce
Baker Street - Gerry Rafferty
Blackbird - The Beatles
Buddy Holly - Weezer
Closer To The Heart - Rush
Closing Time - Semisonic
Colour My World - Chicago
Crazy Love - Poco
Diana - Paul Anka
Dock Of The Bay - Otis Redding
Drift Away - Dobie Gray
Duncan - Paul Simon
Fields of Gold - Sting
The Girl From Ipanema - Antonio Carlos Jobim
Heart of Gold - Neil Young
Here Comes The Sun - The Beatles
Hey Baby! - Bruce Chanel
Mr. Tambourine Man - Bob Dylan
Hurt So Good - John Mellencamp
Imagine - John Lennon
I Saw Her Standing There - The Beatles
It’s Still Rock And Roll To Me - Billy Joel
I've Got A Name - Jim Croce
Jack And Diane - John Mellencamp
Just The Way You Are - Billy Joel
Kodachrome - Paul Simon
Lean On Me - Bill Withers
Leaving On A Jet Plane - John Denver
Letter From An Occupant - New Pornographers
Low Rider - War
Me And Julio Down By The Schoolyard - Paul Simon
Mean Individual Stranded In A Limousine - Paul Simon
Message In A Bottle - The Police
Moon River - Mancini and Mercer
Movin' Out - Billy Joel
Mrs. Robinson - Simon and Garfunkel
New York’s Not My Home - Jim Croce
Old Friends - Simon and Garfunkel
Piano Man - Billy Joel
Pink Panther - Henri Mancini
Pretty Woman - Roy Orbison
Purgatory Cove - Danny Michel
Rene And Georgette Magritte With Their Dog After The War - Paul Simon
Runaway - Del Shanon
Secret Agent Man - Johnny Rivers
Silver and Gold (Christmas)
Slip Sliding Away - Paul Simon
Something So Right - Paul Simon
Sugar Sugar - The Archies
Summer Breeze - Seals and Croft
Summer Side Of Life - Gordon Lightfoot
Superman's Song - Crash Test Dummies
Swinging Shepherd Blues (jazz instrumental) - Moe Koffman
Take Five (instrumental-jazz) - Dave Brubeck
Tequila (instrumental) - The Champs
Theme to “Night Court” (instrumental) - novelty
This Masquerade - Leon Russell
Time In A Bottle - Jim Croce
Trees (old song modernized) - Oscar Rasbach/Joyce Kilmer
Walk Don’t Run (instrumental) - The Ventures
Watching The Wheels - John Lennon
We're Going To Be Friends - Jack White
We're Here For A Good Time - Trooper
Paul Simon, The Beatles, Sting, The Police, Jim Croce, Billy Joel, classic R&B, jazz, classical.
Sturdy area 5' x 5' with electrical access. If outdoors, must be sheltered.
Supplied is a high-quality Bose sound system that distributes sound evenly throughout the room or outdoor area.
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