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LOCATION:
Portland,
Oregon
TRAVEL RADIUS:
Will travel up to 500 miles from Portland, OR.
SURROUNDING AREA:
Beaverton, Vancouver, Lake Oswego, Tigard, Marylhurst, Clackamas, Aloha, Fairview, Gladstone, Gresham, West Linn, Camas, Troutdale, Tualatin, Hillsboro, Oregon City, Brush Prairie, Boring, Sherwood, Saint John, Wilsonville, Heisson, North Plains, Ridgefield, Washougal, Battle Ground, Corbett, Canby, Cornelius, Scappoose.
PRIMARY CATEGORY:
Guitar
ADDITIONAL CATEGORIES:
Acoustic Guitar
GENRE:
Blues, Brazilian, Celtic, Classical, Folk, Jazz, Latin, New Age, Oldies, Rock
AVAILABLE FOR:
Anniversaries, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Resorts, Reunions, Showers, Studio Session, TV Soundtracks, Weddings
PERFORMING SINCE:
1974
PAY RANGE:
$400-$2000 per event
INFLUENCES:
The Beatles, Cat Stevens, Pink Floyd, Chet Atkins, Leo Kottke, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zepplin, Eric Clapton, Bach, Beethoven, and all that are true composers of beautiful music.
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DESCRIPTION:
Michael plays fingerstyle nylon and steel string instrumental guitar. He has performed events for Chevrolet, Ping Golf Corp, Oscar Meyer, Wells Fargo et al. Michael has crafted his performances to specialise in weddings and special events. He has performed his own concerts and opened for Herbie Hancock, Tom Scott and Scott Cossu as well. Michael's been performing weddings/events for the last 33 years and since 1988 in Washington and Oregon from Skamania to Cannon Beach, Seattle to Eugene. His genre is Classical, Celtic, Spanish/Flamenco, music of the 20's to the 50's, Bossa Nova, traditional Latin, Jazz Standards, 60's and 70's to the present, Soft Rock, Blues, original from his recordings. Even though Michael has released four Cd's of original compositions (and two of cover songs) he still feels his wonderful clients want popular songs to enhance the event. Imagine an evening of original music that most likely no one's heard yet or an evening of popular songs that bring back the best of memories and will stay with them long after the event is over. He's all in favor of the latter even though he's had a lot of requests for his own songs. Michael bases his success on his variety of styles and his musical approach to each and every song, his great attitude and willingness to do anything to make each event a success. He'll even play a little longer so as not be a clock watcher. Don't be surprised if he doesn't take a break at all for he loves to perform. And now a little more about Michael. He has received world wide airplay from the US, Canada, Britain to Japan. Local radio station in Portland, Or. KMHD FM 89.1 has aired his music since 1988 and KINK FM 102 radio. since 1991. His music is featured on "KINK Lights Out 9 and 10". Proceeds from sales go to the Oregon Food Bank. Michael won an American Eagle Award from the CMAA in 1996 for "Songwriter of the Year". Michael's recording "Come back to Sorrento" from his release "Amor" is used in a sitcom in Canada called "Alice, I Think". He released a Christmas CD called "Acoustic Christmas" just last November 2006. And from that release the American Greetings Corporation is using his recording of John Lennon's "Happy Xmas (War is Over)" in a John Lennon Christmas ornament coming out in 2008. All of his 55 recorded songs can be found on popular download sites: itunes, SMS.ac, Musicforte, etc. Currently he's recording songs he composed and performed at weddings. This new release is titled "Together As One". Release date: 200?. Michael is always consistent in creating a wonderful and stress-less environment of musical enhancement. A few have said,"The music was the easiest to take care of, stress free.". With thirty three years of performing experience you'll receive the best professional music service you'd expect. Here's a quote: "Michael plays with passion that is so consistently missing from music these days. Listen to his writing. Listen to his guitar playing. You'll have a tough time finding one better". Kevin Welch Music Director KINK Radio 102fm, Portland, Oregon.
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GROUP MEMBERS:
Michael McCabe - Guitar
SONG LIST:
A Day in the Life of a Fool
Autumn Leaves
Girl From Ipanima - C. Jobim
The Shadow of Your Smile - Mercer
Over the Hills and Far Away - Led Zepplin
Stairway to Heaven - Led Zepplin
The Thrill is Gone - B.B. King
Stormy Monday
Little Wing - Jimi Hendrix
The Wind Cries Mary - Jimi Hendrix
Purple Haze - Jimi Hendrix
Hotel California - The Eagles
Capricho Arabe - F. Sor
Lagrima - F. Sor
Adelita - F. Sor
Ava Maria - Franz Schubert
Canon in D - Pachelbel
Romanza - Anon.
Requerdos - F. Terrega
Heart Shaped Box - Nervana
All Apologies - Nervana
South of the Border - J. Kennedy
Maria Elena - L. Barcelata
La Paloma - S. D. Yradier
Amor
- G. Ruiz
Spanish Eyes - Kaempfert
Guantanamera - J.F. Diaz
Besame Mucho - C. Velazquez
Mattonya (Beyond Words) - Michael McCabe
Jussel (Unity) not released yet - Michael McCabe
Rendezvous (Beyond Words) - Michael McCabe
One Score (Letters to a Friend) - Michael McCabe
Two Score (Letters to a Friend) - Michael McCabe
Lullaby for Jacqueline (Letters to a Friend) - Michael McCabe
Madrid - Michael McCabe
Fiesta - Michael McCabe
Tequila Sunburst - Michael McCabe
Romantica - Michael McCabe
Tears in Heaven - Eric Clapton
Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
Here Comes the Sun - The Beatles
Michelle - The Beatles
Yesterday - The Beatles
Mother Natures Son - The Beatles
Something - The Beatles
Julia - The Beatles
Blackbird - The Beatles
Imagine - The Beatles
Love - The Beatles
Never Going Back Again - Fleetwood Mac
Time in a Bottle - Jim Croce
Us and Them - Pink Floyd
Processional (Here comes the bride)
Recessional (There goes the couple)
Concerto in D major 1st movement - Vivaldi
Concerto in D major 2nd movement - Vivaldi
Ode to Joy - Beethoven
Adagio Cantabile - Beethoven
Franky and Johnny
Minuet in G - J.S. Bach
Sleeper's Awake - J.S. Bach
Air on a G String - J.S. Bach
While My Guitar Gently Weeps - The Beatles (Harrison)
Order of Magnatude - Doug Smith
Come to My Window - Peter Finger
Here, There and Everywhere - The Beatles
The Naked Stalk - Michael Hegdes
Fishin' Blues
Childrens Dance - Alex deGrassi
Classical Gas - Mason Williams
Crazy Train (Acoustic) - Ozzy Osbourne
A Foggy Dew
Mood for a Day - Steve Howe (Yes)
Thoughts and Feelings - Bruce Becvar
Meditation - A. C. Jobim
Wave - A. C. Jobim
How Insensitive - A. C. Jobim
Corcovado - A. C. Jobim
Sweet Home Alabama - L. Skynard
Tequilia Sunrise - The Eagles
Post Age (Letters to a Friend) - Michael McCabe
Valentine for Jacqueline(Beyond Words) - Michael McCabe
Monte Carlo (Beyond Words) - Michael McCabe
The Days of Wine and Roses - H. Mancini
All the Things We Are - Hammerstein/Kern
I Only Have Eyes For You - Dubin/Warren
Look to the Sky - A. C. Jobim
Stompin' at the Savoy - Sampson/Web
They Can't Take That Away From Me - G.Gershwin
Tijuana Taxi - Herb Alpert
Satin Doll - Duke Ellington
Triste - A. C. Jobim
When Sunny Get Blue - Fisher/Segal
Willow Weep for Me - Ann Ronell
Night and Day
All of Me
Bye, Bye Blues
As Time Goes By - Herman Hupfeld
Summertime - G. Gershwin
The Claw - Jerry Reed
Cielito Lindo - Mendoza
Come Back to Sorrento - Curtis/Curtis
Poinciana - Simon
Perfidia - Dominguez
Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps - Farres
La Cucaracha - Traditional
La Bamba - Traditional
Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain - Willy Nelson
El Condor Pasa - Traditional
When I Fall in Love
El Paso - Marty Robbins
Country Roads - John Denver
If - David Gates
Take the "A" Train
Eutopia - Carlos Santana
Samba Pa Ti - Carlos Santana
Misty
What a Difference a Day Makes
Blue Bossa
Moonshadow - Cat Stevens
Let Me Call You Sweetheart
Puff the Magic Dragon - Paul Stookie
There is Love - Paul Stookie
Edelweiss
Danny Boy (Londondary Air) - Irish Aire
Greensleeves - Traditional
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CLIENT FEEDBACK:
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.
Seattle, WA
7/21/2007
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.
Seattle, WA
7/7/2007
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.
Washougal, WA
6/23/2007
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.
Tigard, OR
6/3/2007
Michael McCabe was a wonderful guitarist and I would highly recommend him to anyone and everyone. Thanks Michael for the truly memorable experience.
--Geneva A.
South Beach, OR
3/24/2007
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.
Vancouver, WA
10/7/2006
Very accomodating to our schedule and craziness that evening.
--Sabrina S.
Portland, OR
9/15/2006
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.
Manzanita, OR
8/3/2006
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.
--Jack S.
Cathlamet, WA
7/29/2006
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.
Troutdale, OR
6/18/2006
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.
The Dalles, OR
6/17/2006
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.
Portland, OR
4/22/2006
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.
Sublimity, OR
9/17/2005
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.
--Josette Y.
Portland, OR
8/20/2005
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.
--Kassondra F.
Longview, WA
6/1/2005
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.
Marmot, OR
5/21/2005
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.
--Renee S.
Albany, OR
5/14/2005
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.
Beaverton, OR
12/17/2004
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.
Portland, OR
9/5/2004
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UPCOMING APPEARANCES:
Saturday, August 09, 2008
3:00PM - Echo Bay
Fox Island, WA
Friday, August 15, 2008
6:00PM - Fox Island, Wa
Portland, OR
Saturday, September 20, 2008
3:30PM - Lakecliff Bed & Breakfast
Hood River, OR
Saturday, September 27, 2008
5:00PM - SurfSands Resort
Cannon Beach, OR
Saturday, October 04, 2008
4:00PM - Residence-2610 Ne Hancock
Portland, OR
PAST APPEARANCES:
Saturday, July 12, 2008
12:00PM - Wildwood Park & Recreation
Welches, OR
Client Feedback
Friday, June 27, 2008
6:30PM - Salem Golf Club
Salem, OR
Client Feedback
Sunday, May 25, 2008
4:30PM - Gorge Crest
Underwood, WA
Friday, May 09, 2008
1:30PM - Port Gamble Chapel And Pavilion
Port Gamble, WA
Saturday, April 26, 2008
2:00PM - Memorial Service
Vancouver, WA
Thursday, February 07, 2008
5:00PM - 2 Events 2/7, 2/21 Downtown
Portland, OR
Client Feedback
Saturday, December 29, 2007
5:00PM - My Home
Portland, OR
Client Feedback
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
6:30PM - The Hilton Hotel In Downtown Vancouver
Vancouver, WA
Saturday, November 24, 2007
2:30PM - Private Home
Olympia, WA
Client Feedback
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
5:30PM - Portland Art Museum
Portland, OR
Saturday, August 25, 2007
4:30PM - Mcmenamins Edgefield
Troutdale, OR
Client Feedback
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Please note, in addition to Portland, Michael McCabe also serves the surrounding towns of Beaverton, Vancouver, Lake Oswego, Tigard, Marylhurst, Clackamas, Aloha, Fairview, Gladstone, Gresham, West Linn, Camas, Troutdale, Tualatin, Hillsboro, Oregon City, Brush Prairie, Boring, Sherwood, Saint John, Wilsonville, Heisson, North Plains, Ridgefield, Washougal, Battle Ground, Corbett, Canby, Cornelius, Scappoose and many other locations in and around the Portland area.
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