The Guesthouse Band
Overview
This dynamic 5-piece ensemble is rooted in the vibrant Southern California music scene, blending the timeless charm of bluegrass with the energy of modern and pop influences. Known for their dazzling harmonies, fast rhythms, and genre-defying sound, they draws from a rich tapestry of musical tradition to create a fresh, innovative take on bluegrass. Their performances are a celebration of music’s past and present, seamlessly weaving old-timey classics with contemporary hits reimagined in a bluegrass context.
What sets The Guesthouse apart is their ability to curate unforgettable experiences- the band brings a contagious energy that gets people dancing, smiling, and connecting.
Reviews
7 reviews
Nathan C.
October 17, 2026Absolutely Incredible Band - A Highlight of Our Wedding!
We couldn't have been happier with The Guesthouse Band! From our very first conversations, they were incredibly receptive to the types of music we were looking for and really took the time to understand the atmosphere and vibe we wanted to create for our wedding.
Ryan was fantastic to work with leading up to the event. Communication was easy, thoughtful, and collaborative, and it was clear that he genuinely wanted to make sure the band delivered exactly what we were hoping for.
On the day of the wedding, the entire band was incredibly polite, professional, and a pleasure to have at our venue. They played as our guests arrived, provided the music for our ceremony, and continued through cocktail hour. Every part of their performance was wonderful, and they helped create exactly the feeling we had envisioned for the day.
They were truly one of the crowd favorites of the entire evening! We received so many compliments from our guests, and we absolutely loved having them be such an important part of our celebration.
We can't recommend The Guesthouse Band highly enough. They're talented musicians, wonderful people, and an absolute joy to work with. Thank you, Ryan and the entire band, for helping make our wedding so special!
Hired as: Bluegrass Band
Brandy
July 21, 20265 Star Band
I will definitely be booking again in the near future. Great band !!! They were everything we were looking for. I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!!
Hired as: Bluegrass Band
Kevin H.
March 23, 2026These guys are the real deal!
Ryan and his bluegrass Guesthouse Band helped entertain at our outdoor party and they were a hit! First, Ryan was so professional and easy to work with as we planned. For the event, they had a small group play acoustically for our cocktail hour, then they later had the full band play and they got everyone line dancing. Thank you Ryan and all of the musicians! Don't hesitate to hire The Guesthouse Band!
Hired as: Acoustic Band, Bluegrass Band, Folk Band
Aubrey D.
December 15, 2025Great band for our event
The Guesthouse Band was the best choice for our Holiday party. They kept the mood lifted and the attendees dancing. They were so easy to work with and so professional. We loved the vibe they added to the event. We would love to have them back again!
Hired as: Bluegrass Band
Damir P.
March 20, 2025Exceptional entertainment
The Guesthouse Band was a huge hit for the party honoring our son’s 40th Birthday…We plan to have them play at any opportunity that arises. Just fantastic!
Hired as: Bluegrass Band
The Guesthouse Band
Thanks so much, Damir! It was an honor to play at such a beautiful location!
Booking information
Price range: Contact for pricing
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 360 minutes
What to expect
Professional musicians performing and entertaining with a range of tempos, material, genres, and sounds.
Ranging from blazing bluegrass tempos to soothing ballads, The Guesthouse tailors their performance to each venue and crowd.
About
More than a band, more than Bluegrass, The Guesthouse is a musical collective that draws from the rich Southern California music community, energetically performing a mix of new and old styles of music as a 5-piece ensemble. Led by Los Angeles CBA Regional Director Ryan Schindler, the band often features 'Guests' at live shows, ranging from Carlton Barrett (Drummer; Bob Marley) to John Seltzer (Mandolin; Water Tower).
Featuring 4-part harmonies and fast rhythms, the members of The Guesthouse come from a diverse background of Jazz, Rock, Blues, Country, and Funk, and draw on their unique musical backgrounds to play Bluegrass with a sound that's never been heard before. The band features two lead singers- Ryan Schindler and Andrew Frankel- and celebrates the strengths of each to take the stage on a rollercoaster of both covers and original material. Steve Welch on dobro in a Jerry Douglas aficionado, and plays the instrument just about as fast and well as it can be played! Mark Groner on the mandolin has the chop that never stops! The Guesthouse is about fun, celebration, and wonderful music- their live shows are a testament to this passion and leave the crowd always smiling and wanting more!
Additional booking notes
We are able to provide our own sound services for private events, if needed.
Services offered
Past booked events
October 2026
10
Saturday
Birthday Party
3:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Glendale, CA
September 2026
26
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 6:30pm
•
Los Alamos, CA
July 2026
18
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Hemet, CA
December 2025
12
Friday
Nonprofit Event
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Burbank, CA
March 2025
22
Saturday
Country General Store
2:00pm - 4:00pm
15
Saturday
Dinner Party
3:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Santa Maria, CA
November 2024
16
Saturday
Project Barley Lomita - 6-9pm
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Team
Set list
**Nine Pound Hammer (A)
**Freeborn man (A)
salt creek (A)
**Little Maggie (A)
Old Home place (A)
. Blue ridge cabin home (A)
Touch of Grey (A)
Oh la la (A)
Big river (A)
Lifestyles of the Rich and famous (A)
Hand me down my walking cane (A)
Thanks A Lot (A)
Wagon wheel (A)
This here bottle (A)
Way downtown (A Lydian)
Worried man blues (A)
Casey jones (A)
Going up the country (A)
Carolina in the pines (A)
Bells of every Chapel (A)
This magic moment (A)
I’ll never get out of this world alive
M-E-X-I-C-O (D)
Dark hollow (C )
Queen of the Nashville Night (C )
What a waste of good corn liquor (C )
Shake it off (Am)
White freight liner ©
**Katy Daley (C )
All Of Me ©
Rocky top ©
Feels like we only go backward ©
Where have all the average people gone (D)
James alley blues (D)
Beaumont Rag (D)
More pretty girls than one (D)
Early morning rain (D)
Crawdad hole (D)
Tubthumping (D no)
Sleep with one eye open (D)
Driving my life away (D)
Faded love (D)
Summertime (Gm)
Nellie Kane (D)
Amarillo by Morning (F)
Drive yourself sane (F)
Man of constant sorrow (F)
Cheyenne (Gm)
Why you been gone so long (E)
Deep elem (E)
New river train (E)
Red rocking chair (C#m)
Carolina Star (E)
Streamline cannonball (E)
Anti-hero (E)
Last train to San Fernando (E)
Ain’t nothin' to me (G)
The man in me (G)
Lonesome feeling (G)
How mountain girls can love (G)
**Blue Night (G)
Sittin’ on top o f the world (G)
Blue Moon of Kentucky (G)
Bury me beneath the Willow (G)
Swinging Doors (G)
Will the circle be unbroken (G)
(R S) Fire on the Mountain (G)
Didn’t even Drink Yesterday (G)
**Going down the road feeling bad (G)
I can drive you crazy (G)
Ripple (G)
I’ve just seen a face (A)
Friend of the Devil (G)
*I know you rider (G)
The race is on ** (G)
**Dust in a baggie (G)
**Everything’s the Same (G)
Gotta travel on/long journey (G)
She Thinks I still Care (Bb)
Cheyanne (Gm)
Mountain Dew (Bb)
Don't Let Me Down (F#m)
All Yourn’ (B)
A Bar Song (F#)
(R S) **Slow Train (B)
Time to Pretend (C )
Someone Like You (D)
Simple* ( C )
I was a fool to care (G)
Vanessa (G)
Clementine* (A)
Grow old with you* (G)
Cocaine Kelley*(A)
dark is the night (Cm)
Influences and inspiration
Just about EVERYTHING! We play covers of Bill Monroe bluegrass, then follow up with a modern pop song; our influences are vast and evergreen.
Setup requirements
Nothing- we're easy!
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