Live Entertainment - Guitarist - Fingertstyle Guitar - Guitar Lessons
Based in Charlotte NC
***Donnie is an accomplished musician experienced and comfortable with arranging music, directing music, improvising, and adapting to any situation. He can provide music for any situation live or recordings, and can accommodate any request. He specializes in adapting any music to a solo guitar piece at the request of clients for special events (weddings, parties, etc). Donnie is available for hire to play live as a solo guitarist performing his own material or any material requested, as well as with a duo, trio, quartet, or quintet with an assortment of instruments. He is also available for hire to arrange, transcribe, and or transpose music.
***Donnie is also an experienced educator both in clinics, one on one, privately and for the public education system. In his private and group lessons he provides training on how to practice and perform music, guitar technique (pick, fingerstyle, chording), arranging music for the guitar, reading and transcribing music, improvising and arranging music, etc.
***He plays solo instrumental guitar from a repertoire of hundreds of popular tunes from the 1920's to 2012 hits spanning Jazz, Rhythm and Blues, Latin (Brazilian, Flamenco, Mexican, Tango), Rock (Classic Blues-based), Country (Classic, Modern, Bluegrass), Classical, Theme Music, Show Tunes, Holiday Music, etc. All tunes are played from memory.
***If a song is not on Donnie's list, it doesn't mean he doesn't know it. For every quote given, Donnie automatically includes learning up to 5 songs per gig. This includes arranging the song to solo guitar, and recording prior to the gig for the client to use for rehearsal and to keep. He is comfortable improvising transition music for ceremonies, as well as shortening and extending songs when necessary.
***The pro acoustic sound system he uses is small, wireless, and perfect for nearly all situations from intimate indoor venues, to outdoor events. All that is needed is one wall outlet and the amount of space of a standard chair (size of amp), and he can sit/stand/walk around wirelessly up to 200ft away from the amp. He has all gear needed, including all sorts of extension cords, or adapters to plug into the venues overhead sound systems if desired/or applicable.
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*All of the Solo Guitar tracks in the Music Section were learned and recorded at the request of clients that hired Donnie to do so for their event. The instrumental trio tracks are a recording of a live gig.
"Feel free to contact me anytime. I look forward to playing for you, and check back often as I will be adding material from time to time. "
"Donnie was fantastic! From the first time we talked until the day of the event he was wonderful! Our wedding ceremony was perfect, and Donnie truly had part in making it very special!"
- Blakely H.
Wedding Ceremony
in Charlotte, NC
on 07/28/2012
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"Donnie was extremely professional. Prior to the wedding, he was very responsive via email and telephone. Donnie arrived on time. His music was beautiful, and I don't think we could have made a better choice for our venue. I would highly recommend Donnie. "
- Angela C.
Wedding Ceremony
in Concord, NC
on 11/05/2011
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"Donnie did a beautiful job at our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. He was incredibly professional and on point throughout the entire process. We are really satisfied and would definitely recommend him!"
- Sydney C.
Wedding Ceremony
in Asheville, NC
on 10/15/2011
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"Donnie was great to work with, and he is an amazing guitarist. He performed at our October 15th wedding in the Biltmore Estate's Champagne cellar and set the mood for an elegant yet casual wedding. With relatively short notice, we requested a few songs from him that were not originally on his [very extensive] play list. He said it wasn't a problem and played them during our reception. Every time we exchanged email or phone communication, he responded quickly and professionally. Excellent. Excellent. Donnie...Thanks for giving us a wonderful day, and a great wedding experience!"
- Marc K.
Wedding Ceremony
in Young Harris, GA
on 04/16/2011
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"Donnie was AMAZING! He was very accommodating and learned several songs for my wedding ceremony. Also, he played along with a friend of mine who did the vocals... it sounded WONDERFUL, even though they have never played together. He sent me the music beforehand and we were able to play it on the IPod for the rehearsal. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone!!! One of the best choices I made for my wedding!"
- Emily W.
Wedding Ceremony
in Charlotte, NC
on 10/22/2011
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"Donnie was truly a professional. He played beautifully and was great to work with. I would recommend his services to all of my friends and family!"
- Elizabeth P.
Wedding Reception
in Hot Springs, NC
on 06/05/2010
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"Everyone raved on Donnie b/c he of his talent, style, and accomodations for the reception. He was very professional and easy to work with. Everyone loved his music! It gave us a casual, relaxing experience for the evening. In addition, I had a huge list of songs for him to learn in a short amount of time, and he played them perfectly. Im very impressed! I highly recommend Donnie Walker; he was fantastic!"
- Carol C.
Rehearsal Dinner
in Charlotte, NC
on 07/22/2011
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"Donnie was perfect for our rehearsal dinner. Many of our guests commented on how much he added to the atmosphere. He was responsive prior to the event, prompt, professional in appearance and attitude, his song selection was excellent and played at the perfect volume for the room and crowd. He is a very accomplished musician and we highly recommend him and plan to contact him for future events. More than met our expectations. A class act!"
- C. W.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in Augusta, GA
on 06/18/2011
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"Donnie was easy to work with and was also able to adjust to party goers and another musician, playing alot of his music with them/along side them."
- Tom M.
Wedding Ceremony
in Greenville, SC
on 09/10/2011
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"Donnie Walker was very professional and undemanding. He was very calm and took the stress out of picking music for my wedding reception. I loved that his music was familiar and he was so talented, but didn't overwhelm the guests as they were chatting and eating. I highly recommend Donnie Walker! And my husband seconds all of this. He says that Donnie Walker was very personable when you spoke to him, but didn't stop playing. haha"
- Jean J.
Wedding Ceremony
in Charlotte, NC
on 09/04/2010
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"Donnie was a pleasure to work with! He was very accomodating with our special requests and was always prompt in communication. I highly recommend Donnie! "
- Sally G.
Private Party
in Gastonia, NC
on 05/11/2010
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"Fantastic performer, very professional. Everyone enjoyed the music, would definitely use him again."
- Megan E.
Private Party
in Charlotte, NC
on 10/09/2008
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"Donnie was a pleasure to work with in every phase of planning and performing. He is such an incredible talent as well as being the consumate professional.I would not hesitate to hire Donnie for any occasion and would gladly reccomend him to family and friends."
- Ferrell C.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in Winston-Salem, NC
on 06/12/2010
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"Donnie was just wonderful, his music fill any void and it was never intrusive, he got lots of complements from all the guests!!! We all hope to hear from him again!!! Thanks!"
- Ramon M.
Christmas Party
in Tega Cay, SC
on 12/12/2009
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"Donnie was a pleasure to deal with. He arrived early and set up quickly. He began playing promptly and played a variety of music as well as requests which were presented to him by guests. He was a hit at our party and definately helped spark conversation and interaction between guests. Some guests even took his card for other futre event consideration.
I would highly recommend him and will probably use him again in the future for similar casual in home parties. "
- Richard W.
Fundraiser
in Charlotte, NC
on 10/15/2009
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"Donnie was great for our fundraiser in our small boutique hair salon! He helped create a mood of relaxed elegance that got the crowd feeling generous! Our evening was a huge success and I dont think we could have done it without Donnie. We will be calling him in the future and recommending him any chance we get! THanks Donnie! We luv ya! "
- Toneia ("tonya") P.
Wedding Ceremony
in Charlotte, NC
on 08/17/2012
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"Donnie did an outstanding job at our ceremony and cocktail hour. He judged the mood perfectly and was a great asset to the day - i would highly recommend him"
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Donnie Walker Solo Jazz/latin/pop Guitar
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5 by
21 GigMasters clients.
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