- Atlanta, GA
- Guitarist
- $1200 and up
Garrett G. said
“Cool guy . Easy to work with . Was punctual . Recommend . ”
Steven Rutledge
Overview
I am a professional guitarist living in Tennessee. I studied classical guitar at the Hartt School of Music and have been playing and teaching for twenty-five years. I can bring to your event a blend of classical guitar repertoire and contemporary fingerstyle guitar that adds a special touch to any occasion. I offer a broad range of styles including classical, rock, country, acoustic and Jazz. Whether you want traditional wedding ceremony music, contemporary pop, rock, country tunes, or any of your favorite songs arranged for solo (link hidden)'s all about what you want. If this is what you envision for your wedding or function, a solo guitar player may be just what you're looking for!
Reviews
9 reviews
Geena D.
June 12, 2025A beautiful addition to our wedding ceremony!
We had a wonderful garden ceremony with Steven’s sweet sounds playing in the background, making it feel like a warm summer day in the South of France. He was attentive, communicative, and learned and played every song we asked for. He even brought his own battery-powered equipment, which was a must-have for our outdoor space. I can’t express enough gratitude to Steven and his toolkit for making our wedding truly memorable through his music. Thank you, Steven!!!
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
Bethany P.
September 21, 2023Great job
Steven did a great job on our corporate dinner event. He was very responsive when I had any questions leading up to the event and arrived ontime to set up his PA system so everything was ready. Definitely a talented classical guitarist. He played background music throughout the evening that helped set a nice, classy atmosphere for our event.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
Stephanie M.
November 16, 2020Steve was amazing
Steven played at our tiny backyard wedding and it was the perfect finishing touch.
He's a total pro and a fantastic musician.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
Carolyn B.
January 25, 2017Beautiful music provided in a service-oriented way
Steve was great to work with. He was incredibly responsive and collaborative in putting together the right music for our father's memorial service. He was in touch constantly during the planning process; he was on time (actually, early) for our event; and the music was lovely. We received many positive comments from our guests. All around, it was a very positive experience at an otherwise trying time. I would highly recommend Steve to others.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
Daniel S.
January 25, 2017Great Guitarist to Work With
Steve is both pleasant and professional. He spent the time he needed to get everything just right. Very easy to work with and terrific results. The next time I work with a guitarist Steve will be the first person I contact. I recommend him highly.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
Booking information
Price range: $ 200 and up
Languages: English
What to expect
Expect fast replies to your questions. Help with choosing the music and where it would fit best during your event. I usually arrive 30 to 45 minutes early. Most of the time I am setup and ready to go before the client even knows I am there. I bring my own amplification.
Additional booking notes
I provide my own amplification
Services offered
Past booked events
June 2025
07
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Nashville, TN
March 2025
18
Tuesday
Corporate Event
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Nashville, TN
December 2024
03
Tuesday
Corporate Event
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Nashville, TN
October 2024
13
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Columbia, TN
September 2023
20
Wednesday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Nashville, TN
November 2020
12
Thursday
Wedding Ceremony
12:30pm - 1:30pm
•
Bristol, CT
September 2020
26
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
West Hartford, CT
December 2017
11
Monday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 1:00pm
•
Hartford, CT
January 2017
27
Friday
Riders On The Storm- New Hope PA
8:00pm - 10:00pm
21
Saturday
Toads Place
10:00pm - 11:55pm
19
Thursday
Law Firm open house
5:30pm - 8:30pm
February 2015
08
Sunday
Grand Opening
6:00am - 1:00pm
•
Woodbury, CT
September 2014
27
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Hillsdale, NY
May 2014
03
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 5:45pm
•
Southington, CT
April 2014
19
Saturday
Funeral Service
10:30am - 12:30pm
•
Wethersfield, CT
Set list
A Thousand Years - Christina Perri
Africa - Toto
Air (Water Music) - Handel
Air In G - Bach
All The Things You Are - Jerome Kern
All You Need Is Love - The Beatles
Always - Bon Jovi
And I Love Her - The Beatles
Annie's Song - John Denver
Auld Lang Syne - Folk Song
Autumn (Four Seasons) - Vivaldi
Ave Maria (Prelude In C) - Bach
Ave Maria- Franz Shubert
Better Together - Jack Johnson
Bittersweet Symphony - The Verve
Blackbird - The Beatles
Bridal Chorus - Richard Wagner
Bron-Yr-Aur - Led Zeppelin
Buckets Of Rain - Bob Dylan
By The Sea - Patrick Ki
California Dreamin' - Mamas and the Papas
Can't Help Falling In Love - Elvis
Cancion De Cuna - Leo Brouwer
Cannon In D - Johann Pachelbel
Capricho Arabe - Francisco Tarrega
Cavatina - Stanley Myers
Daughters - John Mayer
Don't Know Why - Norah Jones
Fanfare - Jean Mouret
Fields Of Gold - Sting
Fire and Rain - James Taylor
Four Seasons (Spring) - Vivaldi
Fur Elise - Ludwig Van Beethoven
Georgia On My Mind - Hoagy Carmichael
Girl From Ipanema - Antonio Calos Jobim
God Only Knows - The Beach Boys
Goin To California - Led Zeppelin
Green Eyes - Coldplay
Hallelujah - Jeff Buckley
Harvest Moon - Neil Young
Have I Told You Lately - Rod Stewart
Here Comes The Sun - The Beatles
Here There And Everywhere - The Beatles
I've Grown Accustomed To Her Face - Frederick Loewe
If I Only Had A Brain - Wizard Of Oz
If Not For You - Bob Dylan
In My Life - The Beatles
Irish Washerwoman - Traditional
Is There Anybody Out There - Pink Floyd Jesu-
Joy Of Man's Desiring - Bach
Julia Florida - Agustin Barrios Mangore
Just Like A Woman - Bob Dylan
Lagrima - Francisco Tarrega
Lay Lady Lay - Bob Dylan
Leaving On A Jet Plane - John Denver
Leyenda - Isaac Albeniz
Longer - Dan Fogelburg
Lute Concerto 2nd Movement - Antonio Vivaldi
Marry Me - Train
Misty - Erroll Garner
Norwegian Wood - The Beatles
Ode To Joy - Ludwig Beethoven
Ojos Brujos - Leo Brouwer
One Love - Bob Marley
People Are Strange - The Doors
Prelude In C - Bach
Prelude To The First Cello Suite - Bach
Saint Annes Reel - Traditiional
Satin Doll - Duke Ellington
Scarborough Fair - Simon and Garfunkel
Seven Years - Norah Jones
She's Always A Woman - Billy Joel
She's Got A Way - Billy Joel
She's Like A Rainbow - Rolling Stones
Sheep May Softly Graze - J.S Bach
Sleepers Awake - J.S Bach
Something - The Beatles
Spanish Romance - Anonymous
Stompin At The Savoy - Benny Goodman
Storybook Love - Princess Bride
Suite:Judy Blue Eyes-Crosby Stills Nash
Sunrise - Norah Jones
Sweet Baby James - James Taylor
Sweet Child o' Mine - Guns N' Roses
Tangerine - Led Zeppelin
Tennessee Waltz - Stewart King
Thank You - Led Zeppelin
The Rain Song - Led Zeppelin
The Way We Were - Barbara Streisand
Time After Time - Cindy Lauper
Time In A Bottle - Jim Croce
Trumpet Voluntary - Jeremiah Clarke
Unchained Melody - Righteous Brothers
Vincent(Starry Starry Night) - Don Mclean
Wedding March - Felix Mendelssohn
What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
When I'm Sixty Four - The Beatles
Wild Horses - Rolling Stones
Wind Beneath My Wings - Bette Midler
Windy and Warm - Doc Watson
Wish You Were Here - Pink Floyd
Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
You Ain't Goin' Nowhere - Bob Dylan
You And I - Wilco
You've Got A Friend-James Taylor
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