Stephan Kane Classical Guitarist
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
Richard W.
June 2, 2022We 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
George L.
November 21, 2020Amazingly 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
Brynna C.
February 11, 2019Talented Guitarist!
Stephan was great to work with. Would recommend for a dinner party, cocktail hour, or a wedding.
Hired as: Guitarist
Lan K.
March 19, 2017Great 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
Jane N.
July 3, 2016Stephan 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
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.
Services offered
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.
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