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Jim Armstrong Classical Guitarist from Pensacola, FL

Will travel up to 500 miles

  • Avg 5.0 | 120 Reviews
  • 214 Verified Bookings
  • Member Since 2009
  • 14 Awards & Badges
  • Accepts Online Payment
  • Starting at $250 per event

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From solo guitar to jazz combos or orchestral work, I take pride in the quality and integrity of the music I produce today, and in my professionalism and reliability to every client. In recent years I have focused on becoming a perfect classical guitarist for wedding ceremonies, specializing in outdoor/beach ceremonies with small, battery-powered equipment, including a wireless lapel mic for the officiant to insure that everyone hears the ceremony. In addition to the repertoire listed below, I am open to accommodate special requests for ceremony and/or reception music, and I can normally arrange any song as a beautiful solo guitar piece. I am completely self-contained with all equipment necessary for large to small engagements. For beach ceremonies I am normally ready to play for guests about 30 min. before the start of the ceremony, and I often play for some time afterwards while photos are taken. Playing beautiful music on the guitar is the goal and a love of my life which lends itself beautifully to other occasions as well; with an effortless transition from nylon-string to the sound of electric jazz guitar in the style of my influences, Wes Montgomery and one of my former teachers, George Benson. It will complement any sophisticated and/or romantic setting such as fine dining, wedding receptions, private house parties, corporate receptions or any occasion that intrinsically is a celebration of life itself. It can serve as a most appropriate soundtrack for your occasion. After decades of experience with rock concert acts, show bands and jazz groups, I currently work along the Gulf Coast and deep south either as a soloist, with a female vocalist as a duo, with combos up to 7 pieces and sometimes large orchestras for jazz fests, casinos, resorts and convention centers. My solo repertoire other than wedding ceremonies includes pop, country and jazz standards, Latin sambas, bossa-novas, and pop classics. Many years in the music business have provided me with a diverse repertoire and the ability to adapt to a wide variety of situations or whims. My vocal repertoire ranges from material by Nat Cole and Michael Buble' to James Taylor, Michael Franks, Jimmy Buffet, et al. ***************************************************** My instruments are: an Ibanez arch top electric guitar and a Takamine electric/acoustic nylon-string classical guitar. I also play ukulele and banjo on occasion. I use a Roland guitar synthesizer, a looping device and a Rhythm Composer with personally-programmed (bass and percussion) accompaniment for solo engagements. I am completely self-contained with all equipment needed for large to very small accommodations. Sample Wedding ceremony repertoire: Bridal Chorus (Processional) (Wagner) Canon in D (Pachelbel) Prelude #1. Op.3 (Boydston) Prelude in Dm (Bach) Minuet in G ( " ) Bouree' ( " ) Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring ( " ) Air On The G String ( " ) Ode To Joy (Beethoven) Hymne (Vangelis) Adagio in Gm (Albinoni) Por Ti Mi Corazon (Trad.) Gymnopedie (Satie) Amazing Grace (Walker) Trumpet Voluntary (Jeremiah Clarke) Lagrima (Tarrega) River Flows In You (Yiruma) Ave Maria (Schubert) Wedding March (Recessional)(Mendelssohn) Sample Incidental Music: Theme From Romeo & Juliet (A Time For Us) / The Prayer / Marry Me / At Last / When I Fall In Love / Love Me Tender / A Thousand Years / Somewhere My Love (Lara's Theme) / Moon River / Better Together / All Of Me / My One and Only Love / To Make You Feel My Love / I Can't Help Falling In Love With You / Thinking Out Loud / Somewhere In Time / Heaven / My Romance / When You Wish Upon A Star / You've Got A Friend / Michelle / Have I Told You Lately That I Love You / Love Of My Life / Blackbird / Crazy Love / And I Love Her / If / Killing Me Softly / Time In A Bottle / Unchained Melody / As Time Goes By / Speak Softly Love (The Godfather) / Norwegian Wood / Somewhere Over The Rainbow / Here, There & Everywhere / You Raise Me Up / The Wind Beneath My Wings / La Vie En Rose / If I Were A Carpenter / Misty / God Bless The Broken Road / Smile / Someday My Prince Will Come / Til There Was You / If I Had You / I've Got The World On A String / All The Way / If I Fell / A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes / Autumn Leaves/Europa / I Will / In My Life / Here Comes The Sun / Yesterday / Strawberry Fields Forever / My Cherie Amor / If I Only Had A Brain / More Than You Know / Stardust / Someone To Watch Over Me / Girl From Ipanema / Vincent / It Had To Be You / Laura / My Funny Valentine / Wedding Song / Dust In The Wind / Manha de Carnival / The Dance / Unforgettable / Besame Mucho / The Way You Look Tonight / Santa Lucia / Annie's Song / What Are You Doing The Rest of Your Life / In A Sentimental Mood / Mona Lisa My repertoire for receptions and other occasions is diverse and lengthy - available upon request.

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Review by Jennifer F.

WeddingReviewed on March 11, 2024From Fairhope, AL

Jim Armstrong played at our outdoor wedding last weekend. He was so helpful in deciding which types of music to play and his catalogue is so extensive! He was happy to learn a special piece for when we had our reception, which was really meaningful and was played beautifully. He is professional and very responsive and we couldn’t have asked for more! Thank you

Review by Angelica M.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on November 3, 2023From Miramar Beach, FL

We absolutely loved Jim. He is very professional and communication was excellent. I was a bit nervous since it was my first time using The Bash but so glad I did and got matched with his talent, He helped make our special day everything we prayed for and more! Thank you Jim!

Review by Gina M.

CelebrationReviewed on June 15, 2023From Headland, AL

Jim arrived early. Set everything up. Then proceeded to play wonderful music. He met all our expectations. Jim was very friendly and professional. Definitely recommend him and will use again. Thanks Bash for connecting us.

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Upcoming Events

April 13, 2024 • Wedd. Cere,
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April 20, 2024 • Wedding Ceremony
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Past Events

March 2, 2024 • Wedding
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February 14, 2024 • Corporate reception
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December 11, 2023 • Celebration
Mon9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Biloxi, MS
November 12, 2023 • Wedding Ceremony
Sun4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Jupiter, FL
November 4, 2023 • Wedding Ceremony
Sat3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Loxley, AL
October 21, 2023 • Wedding Ceremony
Sat7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Miramar Beach, FL

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