Memorial Service
in Lakewood, WA
on 09/05/2012
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"Michael is a true professional. He is easy to work with and created just the right mood for our memorial service. We would highly recommend him to anyone. "
- Rich W.
Wedding
in Portland, OR
on 08/18/2012
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" Michael McCabe is an excellent musician, and greatly enhanced our daughter's wedding. Our guests commented on his talent and professionalism. Our daughter's musical tastes are quite eclectic and he was able to meet all of her stylistic choices including a difficult recessional piece. I would highly recommend Michael to anyone who is looking for a skilled, professional, and very personable guitarist."
- Susan M.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in Salem, OR
on 05/26/2012
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"Michael McCabe was an excellent choice to provide entertainment for our small private party. He was vary responsive, accommodating, and friendly throughout. His musical repertoire was real and broad, and he responded readily to a wide variety of requests, with all that, we found him to be the kind of warm and genuine person who would likely fit in well with any group on any occasion. As a person and a musician he delighted us all. We highly recommend Michael to anyone looking for a guitarist with experience, talent, and heart. Cheers Michael from Dolores and Tom, Salem, Oregon, May 26th, 2012."
- Dolores M.
Wedding Ceremony
in Portland, OR
on 07/09/2011
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"Michael played at our wedding ceremony - he was wonderful! We hired him on GigMasters and he was extremely responsive and professional. For the ceremony, we requested three pieces and he prepared all three in the exact way we had envisioned. We strongly recommend him!"
- Shinung C.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in Lake Oswego, OR
on 09/25/2010
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"Michael was freindly, easy to work with and his talent created the perfect backdrop for our backyard party; his music made my birthday party special and festive...I am happy we chose Michael. Thanks Michael!"
- Joan B.
Wedding Ceremony
in Portland, OR
on 09/25/2010
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"We thoroughly enjoyed working with Michael for our wedding. He did an excellent job playing during our ceremony and was extremely professional. He agreed to learn a new song for us and accompanied our soloist. It was perfect!"
- Carrie H.
Wedding Ceremony
in Newport, OR
on 09/04/2010
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"Michael was wonderful to work with. He initiated communication as soon as I booked him and began starting on the song-list for my wedding right away. My ceremony was on a beach and he provided sound equipment for both himself and my officiant. All the guests were very impressed with his talent and diversity. We all loved his music so much that we didn't want to switch over to the ipod playlist we had created for our reception. Thankfully, Michael was willing to stay and play for an extra couple hours. His music before, during, and after our ceremony really helped make the day incredibly special and absolutely perfect. Thanks again for everything Michael!"
- Miriam W.
Wedding Ceremony
in Seattle, WA
on 08/07/2010
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"We couldn't have been happier with Michael's performance! As soon as he started playing his prelude music, this harried mother-of-the-bride relaxed. He arrived early to set up and double-check our plans. He even prepared a classical piece my daughter requested that wasn't in his repertoire. Michael's personality added warmth to our occasion and set a perfect tone for both the ceremony and the reception. My husband is a professional musician who, of course, wanted the music for our daughter's wedding to be perfect...and Michael made it so. Thank you! "
- Debra J.
Wedding Ceremony
in Hood River, OR
on 07/10/2010
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" We had the pleasure of having Michael play at our wedding and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a very talented, flexible, and professional musician for their wedding/event.
Great to work with and very professional. Before the wedding was always easy to contact and timely in communication. Went out of his way to ensure that the music fit our tastes and the mood of the event. Showed up early, set up his own equipment, and even set up the mic for the our officiant.
The music was of course beautiful, absolutely as good as the samples. Importantly, he was fun to have around and seemed to enjoy what he was doing.
Sincerely, Jesse Papac"
- Jesse P.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in Portland, OR
on 07/01/2010
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"Michael and his music were perfect for the occasion."
- James K.
Wedding Ceremony
in Government Camp, OR
on 04/09/2010
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"Michael was wonderful! His presense made the wedding so memorable. His music relaxed people and was beautiful to listen to. He did a great job with everything and we super nice to work with. I would highly recommend him to anyone!"
- Jeannine F.
Wedding Ceremony
in Happy Valley, OR
on 03/06/2010
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"Michael was an amazing addition to our wedding we had so many of our guest come up to us and tell us how wonderful Michael was. I definitely recommend him to anyone who is looking for an amazing acoustic guitarist for an event. He helped make our wedding so special."
- Sarah S.
Wedding
in Portland, OR
on 07/19/2009
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"Michael McCabe performed at our outdoor wedding and indoor reception. He is a superb guitarist who played along while my niece sang. He played a great variety of music, including some beautiful (and technical!) gypsy jazz. The most enjoyable part of the experience was that Michael is one of the nicest people I've met in a long time. He was very easy to work with and genuinely interested in providing an experience we would be happy with. Finding him was one of the best things we did to plan our event!
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- Johanna M.
Funeral
in Vancouver, WA
on 01/24/2009
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"Michael is a wonderful man who made our event extra-special with his thoughtful music and special attention to our requests... ever so much better than we expected. We recommend him very highly!!! Gail Haskett"
- Gail H.
Graduation Party
in Salem, OR
on 11/01/2008
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"Mr. McCabe arrived early, happy, outgoing and friendly. He set up and started playing right on time and everyone was very impressed with his level of talent. He interacted with the guests and did an acoustic lullaby for my daughter who is eight months pregnant. He took requests and even performed an obscure piece with lots of harmonics that I had mentioned to him on the phone weeks before.
I can't say enough good things about Mr. McCabe. Hire him for your event! You'll be very glad you did. He played 1/2 hour longer than he had to and closed his set with a remarkable rendition of Hotel California. Two thumbs way up!
Matthew Pierce"
- Matthew P.
Wedding
in Portland, OR
on 10/04/2008
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"Michael helped make our wedding day so special. He is extremely professional, talented and accommodating. He took all of our requests and tastes into consideration and did a fantastic job. Thank you Michael, it would not have been so amazing without you. We would highly recommend Michael for any special event. "
- Monet H.
Wedding
in Portland, OR
on 08/15/2008
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"Michael was wonderful to work with and amazing to listen too. He truly made our wedding very special. We recieved many comments from family and friends that his music was perfect for the occasion. We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful evening and Michael was a big part of it.
Kami Blanchard"
- James B.
Wedding
in Welches, OR
on 07/12/2008
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"Michael was excellent, he was on time, all of our guest have contacted us on our honeymoon to tell us how great he was.
Michael made the wedding so special, he floated around the ceremony site so all the guests could hear him playing, he took requests from the guests. If you don't choose michael for your next engagement, you will be missing out! He is top notch all the way!!!
Thank you Michael for making our wedding complete and also for driving all the way to the wedding on your wedding Anniversary!!!!
Carl & Joy Caswell"
- Joy C.
Private Party
in Salem, OR
on 06/27/2008
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"Michael was fantastic. He made this event for us. We couldn't have been more pleased. What a wonderful addition to a perfect evening. He seemed to know exactly what to do and it was great the way he meandered around during dinner setting a fabulous mood for all of us. Our guests were impressed. "
- Sarah L.
Wedding
in Port Gamble, WA
on 05/09/2008
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- Jennifer M.
Grand Opening
in Portland, OR
on 02/07/2008
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"Wonderful to work with - very accomodating. Music was great. I would highly recommend him."
- Michaella Z.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in Portland, OR
on 12/29/2007
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"Michael came early to set up! He interacted with our guests and made our party better. Michael rocks!!"
- Kent A.
Wedding
in Olympia, WA
on 11/24/2007
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"We were married in a family home over the Thanksgiving holiday. Michael's music and presence surpassed all of our expectations! Many of our guests commented how much they enjoyed his music. It was a very special addition to our celebration. Michael was professional and accomodating to work with at every step of our planning process. His calm presence was a pleasure be around the day of the wedding as well. I highly recommend Michael to anyone considering beautiful guitar music for their event."
- Lisa J.
Wedding
in Troutdale, OR
on 08/25/2007
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"Michael showed up on time and brought several guitars, effects, and a wireless setup. He also learned a special song for our wedding that made it that much more special. I would highly recommend him."
- Rebecca S.
Wedding
in Seattle, WA
on 07/21/2007
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"Amazing! Couldn't have asked for a better Guitarist. Very professional, very talented, and has a true love for his art that came through in his music. We received many compliments on his playing from our attendees. If I ever have the opportunity to have another event with a guitarist I would call Michael without a second thought. "
- Jason F.
Wedding
in Seattle, WA
on 07/07/2007
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"Michael was excellent in every way!! He added so much to our wedding. All of guests raved about him and he was very reliable and easy to work with. Couldn't have been better."
- Alexis R.
Wedding
in Washougal, WA
on 06/23/2007
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"Michael played for our wedding and was wonderful. He played great music with skill, and was very careful to provide mood and background music without becoming the show. We received many comments from the guest about how terrific he was and could they hire him for their parties. He was on time to set up and was not a clock watcher. I would highly recommend him for any event where you want beautiful and varied guitar music."
- Bill P.
Funeral
in Tigard, OR
on 06/03/2007
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"Michael was great. We booked him through GigMasters without any other references. He really made the ambiance warm and intimate at our Mother's memorial service. We got lots of complements for his playing. He was very accommodating. We would use him again in a heart beat."
- Melissa D.
Wedding
in South Beach, OR
on 03/24/2007
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"Michael McCabe was a wonderful guitarist and I would highly recommend him to anyone and everyone. Thanks Michael for the truly memorable experience.
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- Geneva A.
Wedding
in Vancouver, WA
on 10/07/2006
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"Michael was incredible. Every aspect of his performance was at the highest level. The guests all loved him and I would definatly recommend him for any function. Thank you . Bradley Morrow"
- Bradley M.
Anniversary Party
in Portland, OR
on 09/15/2006
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"Very accomodating to our schedule and craziness that evening.
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- Sabrina S.
Banquet
in Manzanita, OR
on 08/03/2006
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"Michael McCabe is one of the most talented and competent guitar players I have ever engaged. He has a wide repertoire, ranging through pop, rock, Spanish, classical and some of his own compositions and transcriptions. He played requests ranging from Beatles (Here Comes the Sun) to "Requeros" (probably the most difficult guitar composition ever written). His personality was as engaging as his music - he interacted very well with the guests, and was neither unapproachable nor pushy. He played all the requests that were made. To finish, he gave me one of his CD's - a thoughtful touch for a wedding performer! I will request him again, should an occasion arise, and have no reservations in recommending him for someone who needs quiet, thoughtful background music, or even some of that modern, noisy stuff."
- Peter W.
Wedding
in Cathlamet, WA
on 07/29/2006
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"Michael is a great musician and very easy to work with. He was able to perform virtually every piece of music that we requested. He peformed for our ceremony and kept our guests entertained for well over 4 hours. We highly recommend Michael for any special occasion.
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- Jack S.
Wedding
in Troutdale, OR
on 06/18/2006
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"Michael was absolutely the perfect fit for our wedding music. He played during both the ceremony and the reception. He performed a great range of music and we got a lot of compliments from guests on his playing. Michael fit in perfectly and made the music portion of our wedding go very smoothly without us having to worry about anything. I would definitely recommend Michael to anyone who is looking for great guitar music for a wedding or other event. Thanks so much Michael!!!"
- Chad N.
Wedding
in The Dalles, OR
on 06/17/2006
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"Michael played at our wedding. He was super professional, yet layed back-- definutely made the process low stress. He fit in perfectly during the ceremony and was great backround music for the dinner. We got lots of positive comments on his performance. I would highly recommend his services. "
- Nicole A.
Anniversary Party
in Portland, OR
on 04/22/2006
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"Michael was ready to go when our party started. In fact his music got our guests more relaxed. Most of our guests complimented me on my choice of musician - thanks for making me look good! I'm trying to find some excuse to throw another party so we can hire Michael again."
- Kent A.
Wedding
in Sublimity, OR
on 09/17/2005
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"Michael was a truly superb addition to our wedding. As a college-trained guitarist of almost 20 years myself, I was extremely impressed with Michael's repetoire, musicianship, and passion for the music he plays. He also went above and beyond to make sure the wedding went smoothly, taking care of many details so the wedding party could stay focused on the event. The music provided both during the service and at the reception was excellent and many of our guests commented on his skill and his excellent personality. I would hire Mr. McCabe again without hesitation and wholeheartedly recommend him for any event needing a high quality musician with a great work ethic and a professional yet friendly personality.
-Gregg"
- Christa W.
Wedding
in Portland, OR
on 08/20/2005
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He was the perfect entertainment for our reception. He made great music selections and took requests from our guests. Many guests commented on his talent and music. He played at just the right volume for the size of our room. You could hear him perfectly but he didn’t overwhelm the space.
Michael is awesome and I wish him great success with future events.
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- Josette Y.
Community Event
in Longview, WA
on 06/01/2005
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"Michaal perform at Lower Columbia College on May 31st 2005 12:00-1:30pm at our 2nd annual Intercultural Week celebration. There was a good showing of students who came to see Michael's Celtic music performance. Many students had comment to me that they really enjoy his music and that it brought a different sound on campus.
Michael was professional in his performance at Lower Columbia College
and we would not hesitate to bring him back should we need a performer for our event.
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- Kassondra F.
Wedding
in Marmot, OR
on 05/21/2005
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"He played Little Wing by Jimi Hendrix, as I was walking down the aisle. Awesome- our wedding was a success and I contribute a huge ammount toward Michael McCabe.
The guests loved him, and even started singing to his jams!
He was very accomodating, and professional. I would hire him again for a special function.
Thank you Michael!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Mr. and Mrs. Cole"
- Heather M.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in Albany, OR
on 05/14/2005
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"Michael McCabe was truely a wonderful pick for our birthday party entertainment. He played a variety of instrumental music, all of which were very good. Many of our guests enjoyed the evening as Michael played on, he drew quite a crowd. He's friendly, extremely talented and a great person to get you through an evening of listening pleasure. I highly reccommend him for all occasions.
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- Renee S.
Corporate Function
in Beaverton, OR
on 12/17/2004
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"We were very pleased with the variety of music that Michael covered. He is an extremely skilled player. I had numerous comments after the party about how good he sounded. During a raffle we had Michael improvise as winners were announced and prizes given out. He did a great job with the various kids that were there who wanted to dance as well.
All in all Michael's playing exceeded my expectations."
- Dan S.
Wedding
in Portland, OR
on 09/05/2004
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"Michael was wonderful! We had a small, intimate family wedding reception and he provided the most beautiful guitar music for the cocktail hour and dinner music. He went to special lengths to make sure he played the music we requested and he was incredibly nice and accomodating. I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants beautiful flamenco styled and original guitar music. He is VERY talented!"
- Annette T.
Wedding
in Amboy, WA
on 05/05/2013
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"Michael was really a nice guy. At the time of us getting together to choose songs, I had mentioned one to him in passing from a band he wasn't all to familiar with (SOAD) and said that he would check them out. Come the big day, he had not only listed to them he had practiced playing one of their songs! Best well rounded performer I have ever encountered... would highly recommend!"
- Chad E.