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John Wayland Harr
Acoustic Guitar
Acoustic Guitar | One Man Band | See all
Portland, Oregon
Will travel 3000 miles from Portland
About
Hello there! Thanks for visiting my page! Here's a bit about me and how I can help you with your special event:
I have had the privilege of providing music for MANY, MANY wineries, wine bars, cocktail parties, weddings, dinners, restaurants, concerts, and other public and private events in my career. I have been especially busy performing since moving to the Pacific NW 4 years ago. I have played for events all throughout this region from Seattle to Eastern Washington, the Oregon coast to the Columbia Gorge, Portland, the Mt. Rainer area, Black Butte Ranch, the Tiffany Center, Cave B Inn, Skamania Lodge, and many other locales.
My playing style is largely influenced by my classical guitar and jazz studies, however, as you can see from my song list I play MUCH more than that. I also incorporate pop tunes, Spanish, Brazilian, blues, funk, original, and other styles into my performances as well. If you have specific songs/pieces you would like incorporated into your event please let me know. I would be more than happy to learn them or to tailor the playlist to meet your wishes.
At my performances you can expect to hear nylon and steel string acoustic guitars, electric guitar, and a loop pedal. Using a loop pedal allows me to create the sonic illusion of a full band which helps keep the musical airwaves fresh and interesting. People have said that they thought I "was playing with a CD/recording" or that "it sounded like a band." In addition to playing solo instrumental music I am also often hired to sing at weddings or to play as a jazz duo/trio. Just let me know what type of services (classical guitar, some vocals, all instrumental, mostly acoustic guitar, etc.) you would like from me and I will gladly prepare the music you request.
I have had the privilege of working with MANY different clients over the years and I strive to create a pleasant working experience with each one. This includes brides/grooms, restaurant owners, private party hosts, and shop owners. I make a diligent effort to respond to all emails and phone calls in a 24 hour period, to be as clear with communication as possible, and seek to fulfill the wishes of whomever I am serving. I should also mention that I really enjoy what I do. It has been my dream to be a professional guitarist since I was 12 years old. I feel very fortunate to be able to do what I love for a living.
Thanks again for visiting here! I hope to hear from you!
I have had the privilege of providing music for MANY, MANY wineries, wine bars, cocktail parties, weddings, dinners, restaurants, concerts, and other public and private events in my career. I have been especially busy performing since moving to the Pacific NW 4 years ago. I have played for events all throughout this region from Seattle to Eastern Washington, the Oregon coast to the Columbia Gorge, Portland, the Mt. Rainer area, Black Butte Ranch, the Tiffany Center, Cave B Inn, Skamania Lodge, and many other locales.
My playing style is largely influenced by my classical guitar and jazz studies, however, as you can see from my song list I play MUCH more than that. I also incorporate pop tunes, Spanish, Brazilian, blues, funk, original, and other styles into my performances as well. If you have specific songs/pieces you would like incorporated into your event please let me know. I would be more than happy to learn them or to tailor the playlist to meet your wishes.
At my performances you can expect to hear nylon and steel string acoustic guitars, electric guitar, and a loop pedal. Using a loop pedal allows me to create the sonic illusion of a full band which helps keep the musical airwaves fresh and interesting. People have said that they thought I "was playing with a CD/recording" or that "it sounded like a band." In addition to playing solo instrumental music I am also often hired to sing at weddings or to play as a jazz duo/trio. Just let me know what type of services (classical guitar, some vocals, all instrumental, mostly acoustic guitar, etc.) you would like from me and I will gladly prepare the music you request.
I have had the privilege of working with MANY different clients over the years and I strive to create a pleasant working experience with each one. This includes brides/grooms, restaurant owners, private party hosts, and shop owners. I make a diligent effort to respond to all emails and phone calls in a 24 hour period, to be as clear with communication as possible, and seek to fulfill the wishes of whomever I am serving. I should also mention that I really enjoy what I do. It has been my dream to be a professional guitarist since I was 12 years old. I feel very fortunate to be able to do what I love for a living.
Thanks again for visiting here! I hope to hear from you!
- Anniversaries
- 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
- Events
- Festivals
- Fund Raisers
- Funerals
- Graduation Parties
- Grand Openings
- Picnic
- Private Parties
- Proms
- Restaurants
- Sweet 16 Parties
- Weddings
- Wedding Ceremonies
- Wedding Cocktail Hours
- Wedding Receptions
- Prelude, Fugue, and Allegro J.S. Bach
- Air On The G String J.S. Bach
- All The Things You Are Kern/Hammerstein
- All You Need Is Love The Beatles
- Amazing Grace John Newton
- Annie's Song John Denver
- Arioso J.S Bach
- At Home With The Tao John Wayland Harr
- Autumn Leaves Joseph Kosma
- Baby, Now That I've Found You Alison Krauss
- Better Days Ahead Pat Metheny
- Black Mountain Rag Traditional
- Blue Bossa Kenny Dorham
- Bright Size Life Pat Metheny
- Brown Eyed Girl Van Morrison
- Canon Johann Pachelbel
- Chameleon Herbie Hancock
- Choro de Saudade Agustin Barrios Mangore
- Choro to Catarina Sandro Albert
- Christmas/Holiday Music
- Classical Gas Mason Williams
- Concentration On The Peace Within John Wayland Harr
- Corcovado Antonio Carlos Jobim
- Dakota Contemplations John Wayland Harr
- Deacon Blues Steely Dan
- Eleanor Rigby The Beatles
- Emily's Consolation John Wayland Harr
- Empty John Wayland Harr
- Fantasia #9 Alonso Mudarra
- Fantasia Original Jose Vinas
- Fire and Rain James Taylor
- Forever Ben Harper
- Giant Steps John Coltrane
- Green Dolphin Street Bronislau Kaper
- Groovin' High Dizzy Gillespie
- Hallelujah Leonard Cohen
- Have You Met Miss Jones? Rodgers/Hart
- Here Comes The Sun George Harrison
- Hey Good Lookin' Hank Williams
- How Insensitive Antonio Carlos Jobim
- I Will Lennon/McCartney
- I'm Yours Jason Mraz
- I've Got Rhythm George Gershwin
- In The Garden C. Austin Miles
- Isn't She Lovely Stevie Wonder
- James Pat Metheny
- Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring J.S. Bach
- Joy John Wayland Harr
- Joy Spring Clifford Brown
- Just Be Who You Are, Most Naturally John Wayland Harr
- La Catedral Agustin Barrios Mangore
- Last Train Home Pat Metheny
- Leyenda Isaac Albeniz
- Light My Fire The Doors
- Love And Some Verses Iron And Wine
- Lucky Southern Keith Jarrett
- Maia John Wayland Harr
- Marry Me Train
- Michelle The Beatles
- Minuet J.S. Bach
- Misty Erroll Garner
- Moondance Van Morrison
- Musette J.S. Bach
- Naima John Coltrane
- Nostalgia In Times Square Charles Mingus
- Ocean Waves Bola Sete
- Ode To Friends John Wayland Harr
- Of Sunya John Wayland Harr
- Oleo Sonny Rollins
- On The Way David Cullen
- One Note Samba Antonio Carlos Jobim
- Penny Lane The Beatles
- Prairie Etude John Wayland Harr
- Prelude (Cello Suite #1) J.S. Bach
- Prelude In C J.S. Bach
- Rainbow Connection Williams/Ascher
- Recuerdos de Ahlambra Francisco Tarrega
- Red White and Yellowstone Stuart Weber
- Romanza Anonymous
- Satin Doll Duke Ellington
- Say The Brother's Name Pat Metheny
- Scrapple From The Apple Charlie Parker
- Simple Gifts Joseph Brackett
- So What Miles Davis
- Someday My Prince Will Come Larry Morey/Frank Churchill
- Somewhere Over The Rainbow Arlen/Harburg
- Song For Life John Wayland Harr
- Striving John Wayland Harr
- Summer Samba Marcos Valle
- Sweet Baby James James Taylor
- Take Five Paul Desmond
- The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy) Simon and Garfunkel
- The Flinstones Theme Hoyt Curtin
- The Girl From Ipanema Antonio Carlos Jobim
- The Lone Rhinoceros Adrian Belew
- The Message John Wayland Harr
- The Story Brandi Carlisle
- The Wedding Song Paul Stookey
- This Year's Love David Gray
- Three Of A Perfect Pair King Crimson
- Time In A Bottle Jim Croce
- Tuesday John Wayland Harr
- Unity Village Pat Metheny
- Variations on a Theme by Mozart Fernando Sor
- Villanesca Enrique Granados
- Wave Antonio Carlos Jobim
- West Coast Blues Wes Montgomery
- What Is The Sound Of One Hand Clapping? John Wayland Harr
- While My Guitar Gently Weeps George Harrison
- Without Hesitation John Wayland Harr
- Yesterday The Beatles
- You Are The Sunshine Of My Life Stevie Wonder
- Your Song Elton John
- Acoustic Guitar
- Ambient Acoustic Guitar
- Ambient Guitar
- Classical Acoustic Guitar
- Classical Guitar
- Flamenco Guitar
- Jazz Acoustic Guitar
- Jazz Guitar
- Jazz One Man Band
- Meditational Acoustic Guitar
- Meditational Guitar
- New Age Guitar
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- Pop Acoustic Guitar
- World Music Guitar
Reviews (27)
Wedding Ceremony
in Quincy, WA
on 09/10/2012
"John Wayland played at my wedding and was absolutely astounding. I had envisioned a romantic solo guitar sound playing in the background. I requested a few songs but I left the rest up to him.
He played throughout my entire ceremony and his selections were perfect. John did a beautiful job of capturing the romantic ceremony I envisioned. I am beyond happy with his performance.
I recommend him highly. He's a wonderful performer but also diligent in his emails. He responds quickly and clearly. It is also apparent in his email responses that he has thoroughly read and understood yours.
I can’t remember a time I was this happy with a service. John is AMAZING!
"
- Nicole D.
Private Party
in Portland, OR
on 09/22/2012
"John provided us with an afternoon of delightful and stimulating music. We used his gifts for a private party and his selections of music enhanced the event tremendously. John was professional in every aspect, thoughtful about how the event should be handled, prompt and very gracious to interact with. I highly recommend him and hope to have the privilege to engage his services in the future again. Thanks John!"
- Thom R.
Wedding Reception
in Waitsburg, WA
on 07/14/2012
"I was impressed with Mr. Harr from my first correspondance with him through the last song he played our wedding night. Mr. Harr was easy to talk to and he was very prompt returning calls and emails. He went above and beyond by learning new songs just because we requested them, and he had been practicing all the songs that would be played for our ceremony to make sure they sounded beautiful. When Mr. Harr started playing the wedding processional song, I got chills because it sounded so hauntingly lovely. I would recommend Mr. Harr to anyone needing a professional and talented musician for their event.
-Christine Carter "
- Jered C.
Wedding
in Troutdale, OR
on 08/23/2012
"John Harr played our wedding on August 23, 2012 and did a fantastic job. He was easy to contact by phone/email in months, weeks, days, and final hours before the event. He learned and then performed a special song for us: "Love and some versus" by Iron & Wine, and he did it very well. Multiple people commented on how excellent and skillful a guitarist he was. Professional, gracious, and the right blend of formal and casual; I would recommend John highly as a musician for any event."
- Adam A.
Cocktail Party
in Seattle, WA
on 10/06/2012
"John was wonderful. We had organized a cocktail party and hired John to add some lovely music and atmosphere to the event, and he did just that. He has an extensive repertoire and was able to work up a variety of music to a requested genre. The music was perfect and added so much to the event. I would definitely recommend him. "
- Holly M.
Wedding Cocktail Hour
in Portland, OR
on 09/28/2012
"John was perfect: easy to work with and agreeable with our requests; very talented, professional and accommodating. Most importantly, our music was beautiful and stress free. Thank you John! We'll be in touch for our next event. "
- Jon P.
Wedding Ceremony
in Portland, OR
on 05/27/2012
"Fabulous. All our guests asked us how we found him. I can't wait to see and hear it again on the video."
- Kellie-Ray W.
Wedding Ceremony
in Portland, OR
on 05/26/2012
"John did a great job from start to finish. He took care of it all - I didn't have to worry about a thing the day of the wedding. Everyone loved the music. Thank you!"
- Mary Beth K.
Wedding Ceremony
in Scappoose, OR
on 04/28/2012
"John played during our wedding ceremony this past weekend. His music is beautiful and set the perfect tone for the day. He was on time, professional and very easy to communicate with. We would definitely recommend John to anyone looking for a guitarist for their wedding. "
- Kelly T.
Event
in portland, OR
on 04/21/2012
"I hired John to be a guitarist for a proposal that I was planning and he was completely professional and great. He was willing to travel to the location (Multnomah Falls) and be part of the overall plan (which was a surprise proposal). He understood the circumstances and knew that he had to be there rain or shine and he was totally cool with it. He did an excellent job the day of and I would definitely hire him again."
- Marvin V.
Wedding Ceremony
in Hillsboro, OR
on 04/14/2012
"John was great to work with and he went out of his way to make our special day excellant.. Thank you!"
- Tricia D.
Wedding Reception
in Portland, OR
on 10/15/2011
"John Wayland Harr made our event one-of-a-kind. Beautiful winery, delicious food, perfect food and wine, gorgeous sunset... but it was John's perfect soothing background music and gentle personality which many people commented about. Thank you, John, for making our event so special. We look to hearing you in person again soon!!!
Sonal and Paul"
- Sonal D.
Birthday Party (Adults)
in Portland, OR
on 10/01/2011
"John was a delight to work with. He responded in a timely manner and followed through on everything we asked and he promised.
He arrived well before the party, was completely set up and began on time. His music raised the level of the party by several notches. Many of the guests commented that his music was wonderful and added so much to the ambiance of the evening. We had a steady rain, and even though we held the party outside under a large canopy John was a trooper, never missing a beat. I would highly recommend him to anyone wanting a lovely party.
Pat Marsh"
- Pat M.
Wedding Ceremony
in Vancouver, WA
on 07/10/2011
"I had a great experience with John Wayland Harr. He was very diligent and timely in responding to e-mails and every interaction was clear. He offered a wide variety of music for my wedding ceremony and was extremely professional...as well as very talented! I highly recommend John Wayland Harr! "
- Natalie S.
Private Party
in Carlton, OR
on 06/06/2011
"John was on time, ready to play, even though we were late. Very professional and easy going and played beautifully. I had a lot riding on John as I was trying to make a good first impression for a first date, and he didn't let me down. Thanks John!"
- Scott K.
Wedding Ceremony
in Portland, OR
on 02/05/2011
"John was an amazing addition to our wedding. Upon booking him, he was prompt and very responsive to our requests. He played beautifully at our ceremony and reception. We received a ton of compliments on his performance. I highly encourage you to book him for any event. He exceeded our expectations. "
- Amanda J.
Corporate Function
in Portland, OR
on 07/26/2012
"John Wayland Harr Played beautifully and exactly as I expected! Our office was please with his talent and the music was wonderful! I would hire him again for sure!
"
- Marnie S.
Event
in Tigard, OR
on 10/06/2012
"Jon was very easy to work with, showed up on time and was a pleasure to listen to. Very talented with a guitar. "
- Heidi ` A.
Private Party
in Mcminnville, OR
on 10/29/2011
"John was a part of the event without being obtrusive. His selections were appropriate and set the tone. Highly reccommend him!"
- Larry R.
Corporate Function
in Beaverton, OR
on 04/25/2013
"John was great!
Our guests really enjoyed his talent.
I would absolutely use him again."
- Gregg L.
Wedding Ceremony
in Woodinville, WA
on 04/14/2013
"We were lucky enough to have John Wayland Harr play at our wedding in Woodinville, and we really couldn't say enough great things about him. He was very professional, and his music was so lovely. It really was the perfect touch for our ceremony. Our guests really enjoyed the music as well. Thank you John, you are awesome!"
- Heather R.
Wedding
in Vancouver, WA
on 03/23/2013
"Totally pleased with John playing during our wedding and reception. He is very talented and added a special touch to our celebration.
Sheila and Ken Willsey"
- Sheila P.
Wedding Ceremony
in Ashford, WA
on 06/23/2012
"Talented, professional, accomodating! He handled the music list beautifully on the day of the wedding with no rehearsal because we were having a destination wedding in WA. He told us in advance he would play any requested special songs but in the end we didn't come up with one in all the frenzy. His music was so beautiful and special, in the end we almost gave no parameters but after hearing his music on his site we were so confident it would be perfect. His timing was impeccable and I want to add he played in the forest, with no amp, holding an umbrella in his shirt pocket in the cold--very beautifully and professionally. Our guests raved. Thanks John for your music"
- Amber P.
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Learn moreIn addition to Portland, John Wayland Harr will also travel to 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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