Zachary Martin Music
Overview
Zachary Martin engages the crowd, takes requests, plays music from any era with his own personal touch. His energetic presence can sometimes be infectious so beware, your Grandmother just might try some new moves on the dance floor! His stylistic range makes him perfect for the most intimate of occasions as well, such as the moment the groom first sees his bride or the celebration of the life of a beloved family member or friend.
Zachary offers a variety of services including Solo Vocal / Guitar, Acoustic & Dance Bands, DJ services, and Singing Telegrams!
Reviews
44 reviews
Nancy B.
August 11, 2025Singing telegram for my sister's 50th birthday
Zachary was fantastic. He listened to my requests and delivered a professional and talented show. The personal video is a wonderful memento of the occassion. Thanks Zachary! You rock!!
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Sandy H.
September 2, 2024The perfect mood for our wedding reception
We had Zachary come play some music for the dinner portion of our wedding reception and he was such a hit! His sound set the perfect ambiance for our laid back outdoor event. Our guests couldn't stop talking about how great he was. Great song selections and lovely voice. I would highly recommend hiring Zachary for your next event.
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Mary G.
August 15, 2024We hired Zachary to perform as a singing telegram
Fun singing telegram
Hired as: Singing Telegram
Taylor S.
July 17, 2024Made our wedding absolutely perfect!
Choosing Zach to be a part of our wedding was one of the best choices we made! He was such a big part of our day and I couldn't imagine it any other way. His soft acoustic sound was magical for our ceremony and cocktail hour. Our guests absolutely loved listening to him while mingling with each other. He was an amazing emcee throughout the reception and kept the energy high and everything on track throughout the night.
Zach has such an incredible voice. I wish we lived closer to be able to come out and hear him more often. There is truly no one that sounds like him. I would re-do our whole wedding just to be able to hire Zach again!
We had dance commander finish off the evening which was absolutely perfect! We are not a big party crowd so having live music kept the party going. I couldn't imagine our perfect day without Zach and Dance Commander. Would 100% recommend them to everyone!
Hired as: Acoustic Band, Party Band
Zachary Martin Music
Wow! Thanks so much for the great feedback! I hope year 1 has treated you and Erik well.
Kelly D.
March 26, 2024Thank you
It was great
Hired as: Acoustic Band
Zachary Martin Music
Thanks for taking the time to provide this feedback Kelly! I'm glad you were satisfied with the service!
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
What to expect
What you can expect when you hire me:
1) A prompt arrival, set up to be completed at least a half an hour before performance time (unless directed otherwise).
2) A well dressed, well groomed, smiling professional. The last thing you want is an unkempt individual taking away from the aesthetic. I'm sure you already know, but trust me, it matters!
3) All equipment provided by me. Whether you're hiring me as a singing guitarist, DJ, or as a leader of a rockin' band, I have the expertise and resources to provide full set ups for each of these scenarios. This includes instruments, sound system, and lights. I can also supply an additional wireless hand-held mic for your use if needed. All I'll need onsite is access to power.
4) An impressive and high quality performance. You want to be sure that the music sounds great, otherwise, what's the point? I'm a trained professional who has been performing live and impressing audiences for 10 years.
5) An engaging experience! Depending on the occasion, you want someone who goes above and beyond simply playing songs. You want someone who can connect with the people, elicit emotions, and get the crowd involved. This is what will ultimately make your event memorable and stand-out.
About
My name is Zachary Martin, I'm 26 years old, and I'm a born and raised Ottawa man who has been performing professionally for 10 years.
Music entertainment is not only my passion, it's my full-time job. Therefore, I offer the experience and service of a professional, not a hobbyist.
I perform in Ottawa and surrounding areas frequently. You may see me entertaining clients at your works office party, family members at your cousins wedding, or all of these people after hours at the pub!
The only thing I love more in this business than playing great music, is connecting with great people. I look forward to connecting with you!
Additional booking notes
I can provide full sound set ups for small to medium size venues. This includes set ups for solo, group, and DJ performances.
For dance / party band performances and DJ services I also provide lighting.
All that is required on site is access to power and a sufficient performance / set up area. I supply an extension chord that can stretch up to 100 ft.
Set list
For solo / acoustic band performances I have an ever-increasing song list of 800+ songs, a wide-variety of styles and eras, and with such an extensive repertoire I can take song requests on the spot. I'm always learning new songs. Here are just a few to give you an idea:
Stand By Me by Ben E. King
Steal My Kisses by Ben Harper
The Gambler by Kenny Rogers
Country Roads by John Denver
Sweet Caroline by Neil Diamond
My Girl by The Temptations
Seven Nation Army by The White Stripes
Brown Eyed Girl by Van Morrison
All Star by Smash Mouth
Have You Ever Seen The Rain by Creedence Clearwater Revival
I Got You (I Feel Good) by James Brown
I Wanna Dance With Somebody by Whitney Houston
Everybody by Backstreet Boys
Walking on Sunshine by Katrina & The Waves
With A Little Help From My Friends by The Beatles
And many, many more....
For the Dance / Party Band we like to play songs that people love to sing and dance to. Here are some examples:
Billie Jean by Michael Jackson
Cake By The Ocean by DNCE
Crazy by Cee Lo Green
Dancing In The Moonlight by King Harvest
Faith by George Michael
Everybody by Backstreet Boys
Footloose by Kenny Logins
Hound Dog by Elvis Presley
Shake It Off by Taylor Swift
Valerie by Amy Winehouse
Kiss by Prince
Hooked On A Feeling by Blue Suede
I Wanna Dance With Somebody by Whitney Houston
Levitating by Dua Lipa
Respect by Aretha Franklin
Always feel free to request a song in advance for your event!
Setup requirements
Access to power