Solo Classical, Pop, Jazz Guitar

Top Performer

Sherman Oaks, CA

$200 and up

Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

Solo Classical, Jazz or Jazz/Pop Guitar - with a repertoire of classical, jazz standards and my own arrangements of 70s 80s and 90s music in the Jazz Style. I can also perform as a duo with a vocalist or violinist upon request. Acoustic or lightly amplified - perfect for soft background music or for the main event. Past clients have noted me as professional, on-time, courteous and talented.

I am a full time musician with over 20 years of experience performing anywhere from private events and small venues to large concert halls.


Reviews

4 reviews

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Lisa P.

December 27, 2025
Verified review

Great Job!

We needed Sam in a pinch and he came through fabulously! Thank you for helping fill our Christmas Eve service with great music!

Hired as: Guitarist


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Mary S.

April 23, 2023

Corporate

Sam played some fantastic versions of 80s music from our youth! What a surprise to hear an acoustic instrumental of Our Lips Are Sealed while we were eating dinner. We all recognized it, but it was not intrusive. We couldn’t have asked for a better musical guest!

Hired as: Guitarist

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Solo Classical, Pop, Jazz Guitar

Thank you, Mary. Next time I will bring my Devo hat:)


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James L.

April 23, 2023

Formal Event

On time, professional, and talented. The music Sam played was perfect - even our guitarist friend was impressed!

Hired as: Guitarist

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Solo Classical, Pop, Jazz Guitar

James - Thank you for the opportunity and thank you for the kind words!


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Sydney S.

April 23, 2023

Excellent evening

Sam was a pleasure to work with and provided wonderful music for the evening.

Hired as: Guitarist

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Solo Classical, Pop, Jazz Guitar

Thanks Sydney! It was a beautiful event and I’m happy to have been a part of it.

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Booking information

Price range: $200 and up

About

Touring/Session Guitarist (Maynard Ferguson, Maurice Starr's Classic Example, NKOTB, Michael Jackson, Kenny Loggins, Dwight Yoakam, Gary Moon/Night Ranger, The Young Dubliners, Blue Cheer Reboot, Psych Big Band, Brian Duprey)
Emmy Nominated Film/TV Composer - Sightings, Modern Marvels
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Past booked events

May 2026

13

Wednesday

Corporate Event

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Charlotte, NC

December 2025

24

Wednesday

Worship Service

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Shelby, NC

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