Barry Pollack

• Barry Pollack - Classical Guitar

I am Gigmasters highest rated and most popular Acoustic Classical Jazz Guitarist in the entire Northwest. A quote from recent clients explains why:

"Thank you GigMasters for allowing me to find the perfect musician for my son's wedding! Barry was more than patient as we put together a small, last minute ceremony, and was able to suggest just the right music to make the occassion memorable for us all. His talent is readily apparent, and his personality put everyone immediately at ease. He played a mix of traditional classical pieces for the ceremony, and then continued to play popular favorites that were totally fitting of the moment. The parents of the bride (and groom)as well as the newlyweds were just thrilled! I highly, highly recommend Barry!"

"Barry was beyond our expectations...just perfect. He played the most beautiful wedding music that everyone enjoyed. He was completely reliable, honest and learned new music specifically for our ceremony. I cannot explain what a relief it was to have found someone like him that was so organized professional as well as able to adapt to any unexpected events occurring during our wedding. I would highly recommend him to ANYONE for any special event that they want an incredible musician to play for. It was a blessing and a relief to find you! We would be happy to be a reference anytime!"

"Barry and his beautiful guitar playing were some of the highlights of our entire wedding ceremony. He was very accommodating with my wishes, and I sent him the Minister's script and program and he made great song suggestions to us. All the guests loved hearing him play during the pre-professional and then when the bridal party came down the aisle. It was perfect for our outdoor wedding with the Puget Sound in the background. Thank you Barry!"

I am always happy to learn new songs and to create unique Classical Guitar arrangements for you if you want a special tune for your special event.

I have opened shows for, or appeared with, Ray Charles, The Seattle Symphony, The Seattle Chamber Orchestra, Jeff Beck, Bo Diddley, the Joffrey Ballet and Mikael Baryshnikov.

I hope to have the opportunity to play for you soon.

• After The Gold Rush - Neil Young
• Ain't Misbehavin - Fats Waller
• Ain't No Sunshine - Bill Withers
• All I Have to Do Is Dream - Everly Brothers
• All You Need is Love - Beatles
• Alright, Okay, You Win - Count Basie
• Anniversary Waltz
• Anything You Can Do - Irving Berlin
• As Time Goes By - Herman Hupfeld
• Baby, One More Time - Britney Spears
• Bei Mir Bist du Shein - Andrew Sisters
• Besema Mucho - Consuelo Vel zquez
• Better Together - Jack Johnson
• Blue Bossa - Kenny Dorham
• Blue Monk - Theloneous Monk
• Blue Moon - Richard Rogers
• Bluesette - Toots Thielemans
• Both Sides Now - Joni Mitchell
• Bring it on Home to Me - Sam Cooke
• Can't Help Falling in Love - Elvis
• Casey Jones - Greatful Dead
• Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White - P‚rez Prado
• Composers - 20th Century - Villa-Lobos, Issac Albeniz, Ponce, Satie, Debussy, Enrique Granado, Gabriel Faure
• Composers - Baroque - J. S. Bach, Vivaldi, Pachabel, Handel
• Composers - Classical - Mozart, Boccerini, Sor, Carcassi
• Composers - Rennaisance - John Dowland, Luis Milan
• Composers - Romantic - Beethoven, Chopin, Brahms, Elgar, Bartok
• Con te Partiro - Andrea Bocelli
• Crazy - Patsy Cline
• Danny Boy - Traditional Irish Folksong
• De Colores - Traditional
• Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me - Duke Ellington
• Do You Believe in Magic - Lovin' Spoonful
• Do You Know What It Means To Miss New Orleans
• Do You Know What It Means To Miss New Orleans
• Doctor Jazz - Jelly Roll Morton
• Don't Get Around Much Anymore - Duke Ellington
• Don't Stand So Close to Me - The Police
• Fifth-ninth Street Bridge Song - Simon & Garfunkle
• Five Hundred Miles - Traditional
• Fly Me to the Moon - Howard Bart
• Forever and Ever, Amen - Randy Travis
• Forever Young - Bob Dylan
• Four - Miles Davis
• Gee Baby, Ain't I Good to You - Bessie Smith
• Georgia on My Mind - Hoagy Carmichael
• Get It On (Bang a Gong) - T Rex
• Girl - Beatles
• Girl From Ipanima - Jobim
• Give My Regards to Broadway - Harold Arlen
• Godfather Theme - Nino Rota
• Good Times - Sam Cooke
• Hallehuljah - Leonard Cohen
• Heart and Soul - Hoagy Carmichael
• Heart of Gold - Niel Young
• He'll Have To Go - Jim Reeves
• Here Comes The Sun - George Harrison
• Here, There and Everywhere - Beatles
• He's a Rebel - Gene Pitney
• Hey, Good Lookin' - Hank Williams
• Hit The Road, Jack - Ray Charles
• How Long Has This Been Going On - George Gershwin
• How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You - Holland Dozier Holland
• I Can't Stop Loving You - Ray Charles
• I Could Have Danced All Night - Lerner & Loewe
• I Got Rhythm - George Gershwin
• I Hear a Symphony - The Supremes
• I Just Called to Say I Love You - Stevie Wonder
• I Left My Heart in San Francisco - Tony Bennet
• I Love Paris - Cole Porter
• I Melt - Rascal Flatts
• I Shall be Released - The Band
• I Swear - John Michael Montgomery
• I Walk The Line - Johnny Cash
• I Wish you Love - Charles Trenet
• If I Fell - Beatles
• Iko Iko - New Orleans Mardi Gras Song
• I'll Be - Edwin McCain
• I'll Have to Say I love You In Song - Jim Croce
• I'm Beginning To See The Light - Duke Ellington
• Imagine - John Lennon
• Impossible Dream - Mitch Leigh
• In My Life - Beatles
• Isn't She Lovely - Stevie Wonder
• It Was a Very Good Year - Frank Sinatra
• It's All Too Much - Beatles
• It's Only a Paper Moon - Harold Arlen
• I've Got a Crush on You - George Gerhwin
• I've Grown Accustomed to Her Face - Lerner &Loewe
• Jamaica Farewell - Harry Belafonte
• Java Jive - Ben Oakland
• Knocking on Heaven's Door - Bob Dylan
• La Vie En Rose - Edith Piaf
• Lady Be Good - George Gerhwin
• Lean On Me
• Let's Stay Together - Al Green
• Libertango - Astor Piazolla
• Longer - Dan Fogelberg
• Love and Marriage - James Van Heusen
• Love Makes The World Go 'Round - Bob Merril
• Lullaby of Birdland - George Shearing
• Making Memories of Us - Keith Urban
• Manha de Carnaval - Luiz Bonfa
• Maybe I'm Amazed - Paul McCartney
• Michelle - Beatles
• Miserloo - Traditional
• Moondance - Van Morrison
• Mother Nature's Son - Beatles
• My Favorite Things - Richard Rogers
• My Funny Valentine - Frank Sinatra
• My Wish - Rascal Flatts
• Night and Day - Cole Porter
• Night Train - Jimmy Forrest
• Night Train - James Brown
• Nights in White Satin - Procol Harem
• O Sole Mio - Traditional Neopolitan Italian
• On Broadway - Barry Mann & Cynthia Weil
• One Note Samba - A.C. Jobim
• Our Love is Here to Stay - Gershwin
• Over the Rainbow - Howard Arlen Hip Harburg
• Pencils In The Wind - The Conchords
• Pennies From Heaven - Johnny Burke
• People Are Strange - Doors
• People Get Ready - Curtis Mayfield
• Reunited - Dino Fekaris Freddie Perrin
• Rivers of Babylon - Traditional
• Runaway - Del Shannon
• Samba de Orfeu - Jobim
• Samba Pa Ti - Carlos Santana
• Santa Lucia - Traditional Neopolitan Italian
• Satin Doll - Duke Ellington
• Seduces Me - Celine Dion
• Sentimental Journey - Les Brown
• Sidewalks of New York - James W. Blake
• Sir Duke - Stevie Wonder
• Slow Dancin' (Swayin' to the Music) - Jack Tempchin
• Someone to Watch Over Me - Gershwin
• Spanish Harlem - Jerry Lieber & Phil Spector
• Stand By Me - Lieber Stoller King
• Stand By Your Man - Patsy Cline
• Star Wars Theme - John Williams
• Strangers In The Night - Frank Sinatra
• Summer in the City - Lovin' Spoonful
• Sunrise Sunset - Jerry Block
• Take Five - Dave Brubeck
• Tears of Rage - The Band
• That's Amore - Dean Martin
• The Birds and the Bees - Newman
• The Impossible Dream Mitch - Leigh
• The Only Exception - Paramore
• The Tide Is High - Blondie
• The Weight - The Band
• There's No Business Like Show Business - Irving Berlin
• Third Man Theme - Anton Karas
• Those Were The Days - Gene Raskin
• Time After Time - Cindi Lauper
• Unchained Melody - Akex North
• Under Paris Skies - Edith Piaf
• Une Joure - Edith Piaf
• Veronica - Elvis Costello
• Walk Don't Run - Ventures
• Walk on the Wild Side - Lou Reed
• Watermelon Man - Herbie Hancock
• We - Neal Diamond
• We're Going To Be Friends - White Stripes
• What a Wonderful World - Bob Thiele
• What Are You Doing New Year's Eve - Frank Loesser
• What the World Needs Now - Burt Bachrach
• Wheels - Flying Burrito Brothers
• When A Man Loves a Woman - Percy Sledge
• When I'm Sixty-Four - Beatles
• When You Say Nothing At All - Allison Krauss
• When You Wish Upon a Star - Leigh Harline
• Whiter Shade of Pale - Procol Harem
• With a Little Help From My Friends - Beatles
• Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
• Yesterday - Beatles
• You and Me - Lifehouse
• You Are the Sunshine of My Life - Stevie Wonder
• You Belong With Me - Taylor Swift
• You Light Up My Life - Debby Boone
• You Never Can Tell - Chuck Berry
• Zorba the Greek - Nikos Kazantzakis

Anniversaries, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Cocktail Parties, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Reunions, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• Barry was beyond our expectations...just perfect. He played the most beautiful wedding music that everyone enjoyed. He was completely reliable, honest and learned new music specifically for our ceremony. I cannot explain what a relief it was to have found someone like him that was so organized professional as well as able to adapt to any unexpected events occuring during our wedding. I would highly recommend him to ANYONE for any special event that they want an incredible musician to play for. It was a blessing and a relief to find you! We would be happy to be a reference anytime! Sincerely, Elizabeth and Luther -- Elizabeth W, Leavenworth, WA, 8/14/2010
• Barry was absolutely fabulous for our Wedding Ceremony. He responded promptly and positively during planning, agreeing to song requests and providing advice. Throughout the event, Barry's professionalism, experience, and talent really shined through. He came early and had everything he needed. Noticing guests had gathered in the area where we were taking pre-ceremony pictures, Barry was flexible and brought the music to us. One highlight was when he recognized that some of our guests were Korean and played a traditional Korean song. The ceremony music played out perfectly. We are so glad that we chose Barry. Working with him was wonderful and we highly recommend him. -- Lavonda J, Tacoma, WA, 8/20/2010
• Barry was very accommodating and helpful in planning our ceremony music. Not a single flaw in his performance from arrival to departure. We would highly recommend Barry to anyone else looking for this style of music. -- Amy M, Snohomish, WA, 11/13/2010
• Barry performed at two different types of venues for me. One event was a reception for corporate sponsors and the other event had a Blues theme for students, he is an excellent performer. Very Talented. I would definitely recommend Barry. He is very professional and accommodating with our request. I would hire him again. -- Sharon E, Seattle, WA, 7/24/2010
• Barry was wonderful and easy to work with. Our wedding on the beach was completed by the wonderful music he played. I highly recommend! -- Mylea B, Whibey Island, WA, 7/10/2010
• Barry is not only talented but incredibly easy to work with. He responds on short notice and can adapt to any situation. We receive nothing but rave reviews from guests who attend our events. -- Sasha N, Woodinville, WA, 8/19/2009
• We were very pleased that Barry played at our daughters wedding. He was marvelous and we enjoyed his music so much. We had many of our guests comment to us that the music was so nice and relaxing. I would definately hire Barry again in the future and highly recommend him to anyone considering him for their special event or function. Jay & Pam Virnoche -- Pam V, Kirkland, WA, 6/4/2010
• Barry performed for our Company's open house. He was so easy to work with. Clearly, he's done this a lot because he knows exactly what to do. Our guests commented on what a good musician he is. -- Olga B, Bellevue, WA, 2/17/2010
• Totally satisfied - Barry is an excellent musician and was very professional in working with me on a playlist for my wife's surprise birthday party. A number of the guests came up to me and asked how I found him... so now more know about him and GigMasters. -- Jim H, Woodinville, WA, 6/20/2010
• Barry was super friendly, on time, easy set up, played beautifully and was perfect for our event. -- Colleen F, Seattle, WA, 12/11/2009
• What a wonderful musician! Barry was more than accomodating. He answered our request promptly with a yes, returned my voice message, and made it very easy for us. He arrived on time, set up independantly,played music that everyone enjoyed, and tuned my grandson's guitar! We would hire him again. A friend who attended the party asked for his business card which I gladly shared. Thanks GigMaster...you worked beautifully. -- Paulette B, Puyallup, WA, 8/21/2009
• We hired Barry to enhance the customer experience at our Vintage Reserve Club wine release night. Barry's professionalism was evident from the start. He was neatly attired, well mannered, polite and friendly. Communication was relaxed and succinct. He proved to be a talented, versitile musician with an excellant command of his instrument. We received numerous compliments on his playing and song choices. He helped make a fun event a great success! We hope to have him back at the Chateau soon. -- Kathleen B, Woodinville, WA, 5/14/2009
• Barry was fantastic! He played all the specific songs we requested perfectly, then was able to improvise a whole new playlist when the ceremony got delayed by nearly an hour! He was great, and would definitely recommend him to everyone. -- Erynn R, Seattle, WA, 7/12/2009
• Barry provided exactly what we were hoping for and it was nearly an effortless addition to our event. Barry chose music selections for our event that were enjoyed by our guests and perfect for the occasion. Lovely contribution to our day, Thanks Barry!! -- Bobbi S, Union, WA, 10/3/2009
• Barry is a gentleman and excellent musician whom I would highly recommend to others. He arrived early with an engaging smile on his face and, through his music, added a special touch to our event. Thank you, Barry! -- Gayle P, Gig Harbor, WA, 8/29/2009
• Barry was great. He made the process of hiring a musician very easy. He pretty much planned everything since I had no clue. His music was great and he stayed longer than expected. -- Lesa H, Seattle, WA, 9/27/2008
• Barry was great. Very accommodating and a pleasure to have at our event. I would recommend him for a similar event. -- Mike P, Bellevue, WA, 5/14/2008
• Everyone enjoyed Barry's performance. I highly recommend having Barry perform at any function. Very accomodating. -- Becky E, Ruston, WA, 7/4/2009
• The Barry Pollack trio was terrific, and I would highly recommend the group to others. Certainly, I would be interested in hiring them again for a Seattle-area event. Talented, timely, courteous, professional. Their music contributed significantly to the success of our evening. -- Cokie S, Seattle, WA, 1/7/2012

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