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Classical Guitar Davenport
Classical Guitar Davenport
 
Let Dana Starkell be your choice for the perfect Classical Guitar at your private party, corporate event, or special occasion. Dana Starkell will travel up to 3000 miles from Davenport, Iowa.

 
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Live Entertainment > Guitar Players > Iowa Guitar Players > Bettendorf Guitar Players

Dana Starkell

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This entertainer travels nationwide for bookings.

LOCATION:
Davenport, Iowa

TRAVEL RADIUS:
Will travel up to 3000 miles from Davenport, IA.

SURROUNDING AREA:
Pleasant Valley, Rock Island, Bettendorf, Moline, Mc Causland, Eldridge, Buffalo, Blue Grass, East Moline, Hampton, Milan, Montpelier, Walcott, Andalusia, Silvis, Carbon Cliff, Coal Valley, Dixon, Donahue, Long Grove, Barstow, Le Claire, Rapids City, Taylor Ridge, Stockton, Colona, Princeton, Port Byron, Durant, New Liberty.

PRIMARY CATEGORY:
Classical Guitar

GENRE:
Ambient, Chamber Music, Classical, Cuban, Folk, French, German, Italian, Jazz, Latin, Pop

AVAILABLE FOR:
Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Children's Birthday Parties, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Ski Lodges, Sorority Function, Studio Session, Temples, TV Soundtracks, Weddings

PERFORMING SINCE:
1977

PAY RANGE:
$250-$3000 per event

INFLUENCES:
Andres Segovia, John Williams, Julian Bream, Christopher Parkening, Lyona Boyd, Michael Daher


Dana Starkell
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AUDIO & VIDEO SAMPLES  Help
Dana at Studio Windows Video
Recuerdos De La Alhambra MP3 Audio
Lagrima MP3 Audio
Kemp's Jig MP3 Audio
The Round Battle Galliard MP3 Audio
Greensleeves MP3 Audio
Prelude in E Major MP3 Audio
Gavotte en Roneau MP3 Audio
Largo in D MP3 Audio
Gymnopedie I MP3 Audio
DESCRIPTION:
Dana Starkell is a professional classical guitarist now based in the Quad Cities. Dana is available for all occasions in the surrounding areas of CHICAGO, ST. LOUIS, DES MOINES, and IOWA CITY. For the past 2 years, Dana performed at a variety of venues in San Diego, Dallas, Houston, & Austin. Dana began his solo career while undertaking a world record 12,000 mile canoe trip from Canada to Brazil. During a break in Port of Spain, he was befriended by Philip Keiler (a student of New York guitarist, Alice Artz). This friendship led to Dana's first formal concert at The University of the West Indies in Trinidad. After returning from South America, Dana won top prize in the Senior Classical Guitar category of the Manitoba Music Festival in 1983. Since that time, he has attended master classes held by the world renowned classical guitarist Christopher Parkening, and taken lessons from John Sutherland, David Brandon, and Norbert Kraft.

Dana has performed extensively in classical, renaissance, spanish, and baroque styles since 1982. Having released six recordings of classical guitar music, he has a wide selection of music to compliment your event, large or small. Dana has a great passion for music and you will appreciate his prompt and professional service. For additional information about Dana Starkell and his services please refer to DanaStarkell,com

SONG LIST:

  • ***Wedding Favorites - Ceremony Music
  • Bridal Chorus - Wagner, Richard
  • Wedding March - Mendelssohn, Felix
  • Canon in D (Pachelbel's Canon) - Pachelbel, Johann
  • Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring - Bach, Johann Sebastian
  • Minuet in G - Bach, Johann Sebastian
  • Ode To Joy - Ludwig van Beethoven
  • Greensleeves - Anon.
  • Kemp's Jig - Anon.
  • Largo - Vivaldi, Antonio
  • Lagrima - Tarrega, Francisco
  • Maria - Tarrega, Francisco
  • Adelita - Tarrega, Francisco
  • Recuerdos De La Alhambra - Tarrega, Francisco
  • Lento - Tarrega, Francisco
  • Cajita De Musica - Tarrega, Francisco
  • My Lady Hunsdon's Allemande - Dowland, John
  • Mistress Nichols Almand - Dowland, John
  • Mistress Winters Jumpe - Dowland, John
  • Gymnopedie I - Satie, Erik
  • Spanish Romance - Traditional
  • ***Repertoire - Renaissance
  • White Flower - Negri, Cezare
  • Saltarello - Galilei, Vincenzo
  • Danza - Anon.
  • Galiard - Anon.
  • Se Io MAccorgo - Anon.
  • Madrigal - Anon.
  • Gallarda - Sanz, Gaspar
  • ***Repertoire - Baroque-Classical
  • Praeludium; Presto - Bach, Johann Sebastian
  • Allemande - Bach, Johann Sebastian
  • Courante - Bach, Johann Sebastian
  • Sarabande - Bach, Johann Sebastian
  • Bouree - Bach, Johann Sebastian
  • Gigue - Bach, Johann Sebastian
  • Prelude - De Visee, Robert
  • Allemande - De Visee, Robert
  • Courante - De Visee, Robert
  • Sarabande - De Visee, Robert
  • Gavotte - De Visee, Robert
  • Minuet I & II - De Visee, Robert
  • Bouree - De Visee, Robert
  • Gigue - De Visee, Robert
  • Sonata in D - Cimmarosa, Domenico
  • Sonata in C#m - Cimmarosa, Domenico
  • Sonata in A - Cimmarosa, Domenico
  • Prelude - Bach, Johann Sebastian
  • Loure - Bach, Johann Sebastian
  • Gavotte En Rondeau - Bach, Johann Sebastian
  • Minuet I & II - Bach, Johann Sebastian
  • Etude Sencillos - Brower, Leo
  • Gymnopedie II - Satie, Erik
  • Gymnopedie III - Satie, Erik
  • Dee - Rhoads, Randy


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    CLIENT FEEDBACK:  

    Dana is a very talented guitarist and it was wonderful for us to have him perform at our wedding and reception. He was very helpful as we went through the process of selecting which peices would be played and at what time. He went the extra mile by working with our soloist as well. I am confident that we would choose Dana again to perform at any future events. Thanks a lot Dana -- Phil
    --Phil S.

    Austin, TX
    7/8/2006

    Dana was willing to do anything to accomodate our needs. He was extremely professional and flexible with last minute changes. He made sure to make our wedding a warm and wonderful experience. We had a small church wedding, and his classical guitar playing was a perfect match for the "feel" we wanted for the ceremony. He was laid-back and friendly. He made a great impression on the guests, as well. Dana is talented, patient, and easy to work with. We would recommend Dana to every single one of our friends without reservation. - Trey and Shannon Smith
    --Shannon O.

    Sour Lake, TX
    6/24/2006

    Dana was absolutely perfect for the dinner party wedding rehearsal for my son and his fiancee at the Ft. Worth Blue Mesa Restaurant on June 9, 2006. His music was very elegant as well as his performance and mannerisms. I would highly recommend Dana Starkell for any occasion that needs beautiful, soft romantic guitar classical music. I can't compliment him enough. He simply added a gentle romantic atmosphere for our family's evening and we thought he was just great! He added the perfect touch to a beautiful evening! Carolyn May, Arlington, Texas
    --Carolyn M.

    Fort Worth, TX
    6/9/2006

    Dana, Thank you for playing at Beth's wedding. You helped to make her special day complete! God bless you! Brenda & Bob Harrison
    --Brenda H.

    Pflugerville, TX
    6/3/2006

    We were more than pleased with Dana's involvement in our wedding. He provided outstanding customer service and professionalism throughout our working relationship. He made a good impression with his initial phone call which immediately sold me on his services. In the planning stages he was prompt in returning calls, patient while assisting us with music selection and accommodating during the last-minute, on-site planning of the ceremony. During the time leading up to the ceremony and through the ceremony, he provided an excellent performance that helped to create a serene atmosphere. We highly recommend Dana to others who want a talented, personable and reliable performer.
    --John B.

    Fredericksburg, TX
    6/1/2006

    Afternoon outdoor wedding for Adrienne and Chad at Lillian Farms near Chapel Hill, Texas. Classical guitarist Dana Starkell performed for the ceremony and entertained guests before the dinner reception.
    --Lynn B.

    Chapel Hill, TX
    5/20/2006

    Perfect musician for a cocktail reception, not overpowering, just adds to the event.
    --Stacie S.

    San Antonio, TX
    5/15/2006

    Dinah and I wanted to thank you for the outstanding job that you did playing at our wedding on May 8th! Your playing was stylish yet simple and was the perfect touch to our wedding. The sound samples on your web site do not do you justice! We will recommend you to anyone looking for that special something to add to their event. Kevie and Dinah
    --Kevie and Dinah B.

    Austin, TX
    5/8/2006

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    UPCOMING APPEARANCES:
    Saturday, June 13, 2009
    3:30PM - Danforth Chapel-Wedding
    Iowa City, IA

    PAST APPEARANCES:
    Gigmasters Booking Saturday, October 04, 2008
    6:30PM - Wedding
    Saint Paul, MN

    Saturday, October 04, 2008
    6:30PM - Sunken Gardens-Como Park Conservatory, Wedding
    Saint Paul, MN

    Gigmasters Booking Saturday, September 27, 2008
    3:30PM - Wedding
    Bankston, IA
    Client Feedback

    Saturday, September 27, 2008
    3:00PM - Park Farm Winery-Private Wedding
    Bankston, IA

    Gigmasters Booking Saturday, September 20, 2008
    5:00PM - Cr Chop House-Wedding Reception
    Cedar Rapids, IA
    Client Feedback

    Gigmasters Booking Friday, September 19, 2008
    6:30PM - Wedding
    Chicago, IL
    Client Feedback

    Friday, September 19, 2008
    6:30PM - Naha Restaurant-Private Wedding
    Chicago, IL

    Gigmasters Booking Sunday, September 14, 2008
    3:00PM - Wedding
    Peoria, IL
    Client Feedback

    Saturday, September 13, 2008
    3:00PM - Luthy Botanical Garden - Wedding
    Peoria, IL

    Gigmasters Booking Saturday, August 16, 2008
    3:00PM - Wedding
    Baraboo, WI
    Client Feedback

    Wednesday, July 23, 2008
    5:00PM - Private Party
    Davenport, IA

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    Please note, in addition to Davenport, Dana Starkell also serves the surrounding towns of Pleasant Valley, Rock Island, Bettendorf, Moline, Mc Causland, Eldridge, Buffalo, Blue Grass, East Moline, Hampton, Milan, Montpelier, Walcott, Andalusia, Silvis, Carbon Cliff, Coal Valley, Dixon, Donahue, Long Grove, Barstow, Le Claire, Rapids City, Taylor Ridge, Stockton, Colona, Princeton, Port Byron, Durant, New Liberty and many other locations in and around the Davenport area.



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