Stephan Kane Classical Guitarist

Stephan Kane Classical Guitarist

San Francisco, CA

$500 and up

Travels up to 30 miles

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Music for your wedding day

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Amelie (soundtrack)

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Kailua Guitar Duo

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Pachelbel - Canon in D

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Wedding at the Halekulani, Waikiki

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Kailua Guitar Duo

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OC16 TV Interview

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Overview

Add a touch of excellence to your event with the beautiful sound of the classical guitar. Stephan Kane is experienced in providing professional guitar performance services for weddings and events. From classical to contemporary and Hawaiian, his music will enhance any special occasion. Reserve with Stephan today and create a wonderful atmosphere for your upcoming event.


Reviews

10 reviews

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Richard W.

June 2, 2022

We strongly recommend Stephan!

Stephan played at our wedding (SF City Hall) and was amazing! He sent us a list of songs to select from (a large choice of music- from the Beatles to classical). He was also kind enough to take the time to learn a song for the wedding for a small fee. We had a small wedding: my daughter and wife were the only ones to walk down the aisle. I was concerned that the timing would be off with his playing but he knew exactly what to do and I was grateful for his professionalism and his vast experience! Everyone enjoyed his playing! We strongly recommend Stephan!

Hired as: Guitarist


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George L.

November 21, 2020
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Amazingly Talented

So talented and a true professional. I come from an entertainment background and ran a production company. Stephen is by far the best I’ve ever worked with. Wonderful playlist and can build any music you need we requested classical, soundtrack and pop . Great versions of everything we asked for. Great timing and attention to detail. Great presence and demeanor. Very friendly and kind 🙏

Hired as: Classical Guitarist


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Brynna C.

February 11, 2019
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Talented Guitarist!

Stephan was great to work with. Would recommend for a dinner party, cocktail hour, or a wedding.

Hired as: Guitarist


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Lan K.

March 19, 2017
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Great experience

Stephan Kane was great! His performance was the highlight of the event. Many of our customers already asked me to have him back at our next event!!
Thank you .

Hired as: Guitarist


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Jane N.

July 3, 2016
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Stephan Kane, Wonderful Classical Guitarist

Stephan Kane played for the reception after our family Memorial Service yesterday. He is very professional and a superb musician. He was easy to work with, has a wide repertoire of pieces from which to choose, shows up on time with all necessary equipment, and is a delightful presence. His music provided the perfect atmosphere for the event. It is a pleasure to work with someone who is so talented, yet understated and, indeed, humble. I would not hesitate to recommend him.

Hired as: Guitarist

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Booking information

Price range: $500 and up

Gig length: 30 - 210 minutes

What to expect

Just Imagine this….

You walk into a beautifully decorated room or out along the beach…You hear sweet sounding guitar music being performed for your guests. You detect the delicious aroma of cocktails and appetizers you’ve specially chosen for them. Everything just feels right!

I specialize in performing beautiful solo guitar music and will help you make this an event to remember.

About

Stephan Kane is a classical guitarist from the sunny windward shores of Hawaii now living in San Francisco. His music is sought after for his inventive arrangements of pop and Hawaiian music for the solo guitar along with interpretative performances of the standard classical guitar repertoire. Stephan's playing has been described as “…embodying the passion of Spain” and having “… great sensitivity and lyricism.” He was a member of the Ashland Guitar Quartet, lead guitarist in a popular local reggae/rock band, and has been the principle guitarist in various musical productions, including Leonard Bernstein's "West Side Story." Stephan was a founding member of the contemporary Hawaiian group, Ha'ena performing as the opening act for the Makaha Sons, Amy Hanaiali’i Gilliom, and Hawaii’s award-winning group, HAPA. In Hawaii, Stephan was a featured performer at Turtle Bay Hilton's, Paakai Restaurant, located on Oahu's North Shore and was a member of the Kailua Guitar Duo with guitarist, Luke Trimble.

Stephan holds a Master of Music degree in classical guitar performance studying under David Tanenbaum from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music where he served as the Guitar Graduate Teaching Assistant. For his graduate recital, Stephan performed Joaquin Rodrigo’s concerto Fantasia para un gentilhombre with a conductor and full orchestra. Stephan has also studied with Larry Ferrara, John Dearman, David Rogers, James Edwards, Joseph Thompson, and has performed in master classes for Benjamin Verdery, Scott Tenant, Jason Vieaux, Andrew York, John Dearman, Martha Masters, David Leisner, Bill Kanengiser, Rafael Cuen Garibi, Ralph Towner, and Angel Romero.

Additional booking notes

A power source is requested to plug my sound system into (for events indoors where there are 10 guests or less, the guitar does not need to be amplified and does not require a power source). Thank you.

Past booked events

November 2020

20

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

9:30am - 10:30am

Mill Valley, CA

October 2019

19

Saturday

Cocktail Party

6:30pm - 8:00pm

San Francisco, CA

February 2019

09

Saturday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 7:00pm

San Francisco, CA

September 2018

19

Wednesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

5:00pm - 6:00pm

San Francisco, CA

October 2017

19

Thursday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

San Francisco, CA

March 2017

18

Saturday

Product Promotion

12:30pm - 3:30pm

Palo Alto, CA

July 2016

02

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Kailua, HI

March 2016

02

Wednesday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 4:30pm

Kailua, HI

December 2015

30

Wednesday

Mid Pacific Country Club, Lanikai, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

12

Saturday

Diamond Head Anela Gardens, Honolulu, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

05

Saturday

Guitar Duo with Luke Trimble, Ko'olina & Hilton Waikiki, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

November 2015

14

Saturday

Kualoa Ranch, Kaneohe, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

01

Sunday

Birthday (Adult)

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Pearl City, HI

October 2015

25

Sunday

Halekulani, Waikiki, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

17

Saturday

Private Residence, Kailua, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

16

Friday

Loulu Palm Estate, Haleiwa, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

10

Saturday

Turtle Bay Resort, Kahuku, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

01

Thursday

Halekulani, Waikiki, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

September 2015

21

Monday

UH Manoa, Honolulu, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

14

Monday

Wilson Senior Care, Kailua, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

12

Saturday

Paakai Restaurant - Turtle Bay Resort, Kahuku, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

11

Friday

Paakai Restaurant - Turtle Bay Resort, Kahuku, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

05

Saturday

Private Residence, Lanikai, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

04

Friday

Paakai Restaurant - Turtle Bay Resort, Kahuku, HI

7:00pm - 8:00pm

04

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 4:15pm

Kaneohe, HI

June 2015

13

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

9:30am - 11:00am

Waimanalo, HI

May 2015

23

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:45pm - 4:00pm

Haleiwa, HI

December 2014

06

Saturday

Public Event

11:30am - 1:00pm

Lihue, HI

February 2014

15

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Honolulu, HI

Set list

See full list of pieces at stephankane(dot)com/weddings

Influences and inspiration

Andres Segovia, Martha Masters, J.S. Bach, Tal Hurwitz, The Beatles, Jack Johnson, Kenny Loggins, Jason Mraz, HAPA, Jeff Peterson, Andrew York, Heitor Villa-Lobos, Antonio Lauro, Francisco Tarrega, Izrael Kamakawiwo'ole, Barry Flanagan, Bob Marley, Moreno Torroba, Domenico Scarlatti, Joaquin Rodrigo, Franz Schubert, L. V. Beethoven, Yann Tiersen

Setup requirements

All equipment is provided.