The Barretones is a group of veteran DC-area performers led by Randy Barrett. We provide a professional bluegrass sound at parties, weddings and concerts of all types. Try us!
We are so glad we booked The Barretones for our event! They are very talented musicians who delighted our guests and helped make the evening delightful!
Response from The Barretones:
Thanks so much Stephanie!
There aren’t enough stars available to give them an accurate rating! The singers voice is truly incredible and the band even learned a song at my request. I would recommend them over and over again. If my event becomes an annual tradition I would hope they would join us every year!
Response from The Barretones:
Thanks so much Sophia. We enjoyed playing for you. And again, condolences about your sister.
Randy
Randy and the Barretones are the best. They made my backyard birthday party a big hit. Can’t wait to hire them for another show!
Response from The Barretones:
Thanks so much, Brad.
The Barretones were great to work with. They really made our party special and everyone remarked on how they loved their music. We'd love to have them play here again!
Response from The Barretones:
Thanks so much Cheryl! We really enjoyed coming out to your beautiful place and playing for the party. Let's do it again some time.
Randy
Everyone, including myself, agreed, they were awesome! I cannot say enough how well received they were. The music was spot on and couldn't have been more professional and the music sensational. 5 Star All the way. They played for a wedding reception at Skyland in the Shenandoah mountains. All the songs sounded great and they had a great repertoire. We had a couple of musical requests that they handled very well.
Response from The Barretones:
I'm so glad you enjoyed the music. It was a fun time for everybody.
Randy
The Barretones were great. They came on time and set up. Their music was lively and our guests enjoyed them. Unfortunately we were not quite ready to serve dinner when they set up so not all of guests were in the area we had designated for the band (near the serving table) when they began. That was our fault not theirs.
I would recommend them to anyone looking for a bluegrass band to liven up their party.
Response from The Barretones:
Thanks so much Jane. We enjoyed playing for you.
Recommend the Barretones wholeheartedly
Response from The Barretones:
Thanks so much, David. We really enjoyed playing for you.
We hired the Barretones to play our house party on July 7, 2018. They were so great in so many ways! Musically and vocally: tight, gifted, and with good judgment. Communication: Highly responsive and efficient. Personally: All really pleasant and personable. All my guests told me how great the band was, both during and after the party.
A true pleasure all the way around. I'd hire them a gain in a heartbeat.
Response from The Barretones:
Thanks so much, Jeremy. It was a really fun time. Glad you all enjoyed it.
Wonderful mix of Bluegrass Music. Their vocals were spot on. We received so many compliments from our guests about their musical abilities. We highly recommend Randy and the Barretones !
We were lucky to have The Barretones play at my father in law's memorial service. They were really good and everyone was delighted with the choice and execution for songs. We thank you for your contribution to the difficult day and your professionalism.
Incredibly talented, personable group. Randy, Tom, Tom and Ricky provided fantastic sets. The entire crowd loved them. Can't wait to book them again. Thank you Barretones!
Price Range: Contact for rates
We're a professional group of musicians who show up on time and deliver traditional and progressive bluegrass music. Happy to play audience requests if we know them!
The band is led by Randy Barrett, singer, songwriter, banjoist/guitarist/fiddler. Barrett has won numerous Washing Area Music Awards and is president of Bluegrass Country radio.
We require at minimum a 10x10 foot stage area with a nearby undercover area of the same size in case of inclement weather. Also, we need one electrical outlet for our PA.
| July 08, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
| August 12, 2022 • 9:00pm - 11:00pm | Camp Event |
| July 23, 2022 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| June 11, 2022 • 5:00pm - 10:00pm | Retirement Party |
| May 07, 2022 • 4:00pm - 6:30pm | Birthday Party |
| April 24, 2022 • 3:00pm - 5:30pm | Birthday Party |
| April 23, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Fundraiser |
| November 07, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| September 21, 2019 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm | House Party |
| September 02, 2018 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | House Party |
| July 07, 2018 • 2:30pm - 5:00pm | House Party |
| October 14, 2017 • 3:00pm - 7:00pm | Festival |
| December 29, 2016 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| October 27, 2015 | Fundraiser |
| August 08, 2015 | Wedding Reception |
| June 06, 2015 | Baby Shower |
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