Stephen Selvey

Austin, TX

$100 and up

Travels up to 90 miles

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Overview

Hi, I'm a classical/acoustic guitarist and pianist mostly performing original compositions. I do know many standard classical pieces and can incorporate them if need be. I can provide a calming and classy atmosphere for an event or venue. In addition to the samples here, the best way to hear some of my music would be to visit my Spotify page, simply search the artist name "Stephen Selvey".

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Reviews

9 reviews

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Tami

October 24, 2025
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Cask & Cork dinner

Stephen did a beautiful job performing for our dinner.

Hired as: Classical Guitarist


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Katie P.

May 29, 2025

Perfect background music and very professional

Stephen did such a lovely job for our event. It was a rehearsal dinner outdoors and he provided background music just like I had envisioned. He was very professional. Easy to work with. Arrived on time and pleasant.
His music made the event very special. I appreciate his willingness to travel. I totally would recommend him and also this site was very good to work with from the beginning of providing suggestions to the completion of the event. Thank you to all

Hired as: Classical Guitarist


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Katie P.

May 19, 2025
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Perfect background music and very professional

Stepehen provided just the touch I was looking for at the rehearsal dinner for my son and new daughter in law. We had it outside at a venue for about 40 people and having Stephen perform and play his guitar was just what I was looking for to add to my atmosphere for a delightful evening. I would give him all stars for his professionalism and his talent. He was on time, polite and very good. Doing all this from out of state I was a bit nervous but would highly recommend this site and Stephen. Thank you for adding to our event so much

Hired as: Classical Guitarist

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Halle Y.

September 20, 2019
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Wonderful!

Stephen was fantastic. A perfect addition to our event. He was very kind and accommodating, even with an outlet hiccup. Everyone enjoyed his music!

Hired as: Classical Guitarist


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William S.

June 2, 2019
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Review of Stephen Selvey

We hired Stephen Selvey through GigSalad for our rather large cocktail party and we were not disappointed. Stephen showed up on time and ready to play. It took him no time to set up and he was playing right before guests arrived. It was clear that he was exceptionally talented and had a variety of songs that fit our venue perfectly. Everyone of my guests told me that they enjoyed his presentation and felt it made the party that much better. I would highly recommend Stephen Selvey to anyone that wants first class entertainment. If fact we plan to use him again in the future.

Hired as: Classical Guitarist

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Booking information

Price range: $100 and up

About

Beginning at age nine, Stephen Selvey has nearly 20 years of playing experience. Over the years he has played in numerous groups ranging from rock, jazz, folk, and latin. Currently he is a member of the latin band, El Tule. While primarily a guitarist, he is also competent on keyboards, mandolin, and vocals. He studied music briefly at UNC-Greensboro and Radford University but found the academic world of music was not a good fit and choose to study History instead. He was still active playing in a variety of bands and ensembles in college. In 2007 he relocated to Austin and has been active in the local music scene in a couple groups. Notable gigs include opening for Gypsy Kings, Grupo Fantasma, the SXSW music festival, and the Viva Big Bend Festival. Prior moving to Texas, Stephen was an active member of the New River Valley, Virginia music scene and toured through Viginia, West Virginia, and Maryland with his band A Fine Line.

Additional booking notes

I provide my own sound system. It is good for small to medium size settings.

Past booked events

October 2025

22

Wednesday

Dinner Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Georgetown, TX

May 2025

16

Friday

Rehearsal Dinner

6:00pm - 8:30pm

Moody, TX

December 2019

12

Thursday

Cocktail Party

4:30pm - 7:00pm

Austin, TX

September 2019

28

Saturday

Personal Occasion

4:30pm - 6:30pm

Austin, TX

19

Thursday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Austin, TX

May 2019

31

Friday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

New Braunfels, TX

November 2018

18

Sunday

Birthday Party

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Georgetown, TX

April 2017

29

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Austin, TX

28

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Austin, TX

December 2016

31

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

11:00am - 11:15am

Austin, TX

December 2015

11

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Austin, TX

October 2015

16

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Austin, TX

June 2015

20

Saturday

Fundraiser

3:00pm - 6:00pm

Dripping Springs, TX

May 2015

23

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 6:45pm

Blanco, TX

September 2014

27

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Dripping Springs, TX

23

Tuesday

Wedding Ceremony

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Austin, TX

August 2014

09

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 7:00pm

San Antonio, TX

June 2014

29

Sunday

Wedding Reception

7:30pm - 11:00pm

Volente, TX

May 2014

24

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Austin, TX

11

Sunday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lago Vista, TX

10

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 4:00pm

San Antonio, TX

06

Tuesday

Corporate Event

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Austin, TX

March 2014

17

Monday

Wedding Ceremony

11:00am - 11:45am

Muldoon, TX

February 2014

08

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Austin, TX

January 2014

22

Wednesday

Studio Session

10:00am - 12:00pm

San Antonio, TX

November 2013

22

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Austin, TX

October 2013

17

Thursday

Private Party

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Austin, TX

September 2013

28

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 7:00pm

Austin, TX

July 2013

14

Sunday

Private Party

10:30am - 12:30pm

Austin, TX

June 2013

29

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dripping Springs, TX

22

Saturday

Other

1:30pm - 5:30pm

Austin, TX

Set list

I can learn other songs but here are ones I know and perform now.

Acoustic
1. Folsom Prison Blues - Johnny Cash
2. A Song For You - Gram Parsons
3. Before You Accuse Me - Eric Clapton
4. You Ain’t Going Nowhere - Bob Dylan
5. Mr. Tambourine Man - Bob Dylan
6. American Girl - Tom Petty
7. Delicate - Damien Rice
8. Nine Pound Hammer - Traditional
9. Angel from Montgomery - John Prine
10. Naked as We Came - Iron and Wine
11. 1000 Miles from Nowhere - Dwight Yoakam
12. Little Talks - Of Monsters and Men
13. The Shinning - Badly Drawn Boy
14. Miss You - Rolling Stones
15. Friend of the Devil - Grateful Dead
16. Day of the Locust - Bob Dylan
17. Harvest Moon - Neil Young
18. Let it Ride - Ryan Adams
19. Lonestar - Norah Jones
20. Long Ride Home - Patty Griffin
21. Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
22. Wagon Wheel - Old Crow
23. Sitting on the Dock of the Bay - Otis Redding
24. Crazy Love - Van Morrison
25. We Belong Together - Richie Valens
26. Just Like Heaven - The Cure
27. Something in the Way She Moves - James Taylor

Classical
1. Cello Suite no. 1 - Bach
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3. Canon in D - Johann Pachelbel
4. Spanish Romance - Anonymous
5. Lagrima - Tarrega
6. Choros no. 1 - Villa Lobos
7. Gavota Choro - Villa Lobos
8. Malaguena - Harry Volpe
9, Nauges - Djano Reinhardt
10. Capricho Arabe - Tarrega
11. Recuerdos De La Alhambra - Tarrega
12. Girl from Ipanema - Jobim
13. Imagine (instrumental) - John Lennon
14. And I Love Her (Instrumental) - The
Beatles
15. Desafinado - Jobim
16. Wedding March - Mendelssohn

Setup requirements

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