- Location:
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Travel Radius:
- Will travel up to 250 miles from Philadelphia.
- Pay Range:
-
$275-$1200 per night
- Member Since:
- 2005
- Primary Category:
- Classical Guitar
- Additional Categories:
- Guitar
- Genre:
- Alternative, Ambient, Blues, Cabaret, Celtic, Chamber Music, Classical, Cuban, Fusion, Industrial, Italian, Jazz, Latin, New Age, Pop, Salsa
- Influences:
- Segovia,Peter White, Earl Kluge, Otmar Liebert, The Gypsy Kings, Acoustic Alchemy, Mark Antione, Pat Metheney plus many others.
Group Members
- Bob Farina - Drums, Percussion
- Dean Schnieder - Piano
- Rich Kurtz - Bass
- Tony Gizzy - Cello
- Dawn Safaro - Flute
Description
Dave enjoys critical Acclaim and International Airplay.
Dave's fine repertoire of Classical, Contemporary Jazz, Latin and popular music fits the unique and elegant background music needs of today's sophisticated venues.
Appearances include corporate events, private affairs, engagement parties rehersal dinners, wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions.
Most brides tell us that their reason for choosing a classical guitarist rather than a more traditional string quartet for their wedding, is that they are looking for something unique and different that better exemplifies their own personality. Let us personalize your ceremony music to fit you.
In addition to his solo work, Dave has assembled a group of gifted musicians, perfect for your choice of duo, trio and ensemble Instrumental performances.
Song List
- Minuet in G - JS Bach
- Your Song - Elton John
- Playing for Time - Accoustic Alchemy
- Break for the Boarder - Accoustic Alchemy
- Clear for Miles - Accoustic Alchemy
- Still Try'n - Dave Baker
- White Room - Cream
- Night's in White Satin - Moody Blues
- Bouree - JS Bach
- Jesu, Joy of Man''s Desiring - JS Bach
- Slightly Out of Tune - Jobin
- Autumn Leaves - Johny Mercer
- Black Orpheus - Louis Bonfi
- Its's Too Late - Carol King
- When I am with You - Otmar Liebert
- Never Been Better - Dave Baker
- Hello its Me - Todd Rudgren
- God Bless the Child - Billy Holiday
- Killer Joe
- Somewhere Over the Rainbow
- Spanish Malaguena - Traditional
- Take Five - Dave Brubach
- Just a Sampeling of music diversity
Available For:
Anniversaries, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Casinos, Children's Birthday Parties, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Picnic, Private Parties, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Ski Lodges, Studio Session, TV Soundtracks, Weddings
Feedback
- Dave,
I would like to take this opportunity to personally Thank You and to let you know how pleased my husband and I were. Thank you for making one of the most important days of my life so memorable.
Love,
Roslyn W. -- Roslyn B, Washington, DC, 8/29/2009
- Dave was very professional, courteous and accommodating. His music was just the right kind of music we wanted for our wedding during the dinner. We did not ask him to play a specific playlist, and left it to his selection, and everything he played was great. Thanks Dave for making our special day all the more special. -- Robi P, Narberth, PA, 5/23/2009
- Professional, courteous, on time, everything you would want from a vendor on your wedding day. Great experience, definitely would recommend him to anyone wanting a talented guitarist for their event. -- Steve M, New Hope, PA, 11/8/2008
- Dave was incredible. He knew exactly what we wanted and gave us 100% for the evening. He arrived early and stayed a little late. I would certainly consider him for another one of our events. -- Susan H, Doylestown, PA, 11/21/2008
- Dave was amazing. He always returned our phone calls and learned the music that we wanted for the wedding. I would reccomend him to anyone for any event. -- Candice G, Sicklerville, NJ, 10/11/2008
- David was a professional with amazing talent! -- Nikole M, Philadelphia, PA, 10/2/2008
- Dave Baker helped make our wedding day into a magical celebration. He was very flexible in what songs we wanted to be played and he even learned 2 songs that we had requested. He had a great attitude, kept good contact throughout the planning process, and played a magnificent performance. We will be passing along Dave Baker's name to as many people as we can. Thanks Dave! -- Erin M, Washington, DC, 5/16/2008
- Dave did an incredible job for our function over the weekend! We are definitely looking forward to hiring him again in the near future!! -- Erin S, Mohnton, PA, 12/9/2007
- Professional, talented, accommodating, easy to work with, knew exactly what to do & when to do it. Even learned a new song for us! Great job! Thank you so much, Dave! -- Libby C, Villanova, PA, 10/27/2007
- Dave was fantastic and everyone commented on his talent and professionalism during the ceremony and cocktail hour. We couldn't have asked for better! Thank you Dave! -- Elayne O, Philadelphia, PA, 10/13/2007
- Dave was great!! -- Jon J, Harrisburg, PA, 10/7/2007
- The quality and professionalism of Dave's performance contributed greatly to the success of my parent's anniversary party. His skillful guitar playing and excellent song selection provided a tasteful backdrop, uplifting the liveliness and enjoyablility of the event. I would ask Dave Baker to perform at future celebrations, and can recommend him without hesitation. -- George Z, Narberth, PA, 4/21/2007
- Dave is a wonderful guitar player. He made my husband's birthday party extra special. He was very gracious - even rearranging his own personal plans to play at our party with very short notice. I would highly recommend Dave! -- Carol M, Belle Mead, NJ, 2/10/2007
- Dave was fun, professional, exceptionally nice to all my guests. They Loved HIM!!!! I didn't want him to leave. I would definitely hire him again and recommend him to my friends. Geri Kennedy -- Geri K, Sellersville, PA, 12/30/2006
- Dave was a true professional, his voume was perfect for the room and his selections of music were perfect. We will recommend Dave to anyone looking for a classical guitarist. -- Eric H, Wilmington, DE, 12/15/2006
- Dave learned and arranged three special songs for our wedding, sent us MP3s to make sure they sounded all right --> he did a fantastic job! Thank you, Dave, we really appreciate the work you put into our special day! Hillary and Gary -- Hillary D, Philadelphia, PA, 10/21/2006
- Dave Baker was a nice addition to our awards banquet. It really put the whole event over the top. Thanks Dave! -- Dan H, Mendenhall, PA, 10/18/2006
- Dave came early, was very accommodating, very professional, well dressed, played wonderful music for our wedding and we would love to have him again! Chadds Ford, PA -- Tookie C, Chadds Ford, PA, 5/27/2006
- Top notch. -- Mark M, Wilmington, DE, 5/13/2006
- We hired Dave to provide background music for our holiday luncheon. He was entertaining and engaging without being obtrusive; i.e. everyone could talk over the music. I would highly recommend him for any event.
-- Pat M, Plymouth Meeting, PA, 12/16/2005
- We were extremely pleased with Dave Baker's performance. His musicianship is certainly of true concert quality. We had a number of musician friends who commented on his beautiful playing. His choice of music was perfect. Very enjoyable to listen to without being intrusive to conversation.
Dave Baker is obviously a true professional, and a very pleasant person to deal with. He was very prompt in responding to emails. We would certainly hire him again. A few of our guests took his name for their own future events. -- Ellen B, Washington, DC, 11/26/2005
- I was very pleased with Dave. I was a little nervous since I only hired via this web site. I never heard of Dave prior. We had a 300 person dinner. Dave played for the cocktail hour and also most of dinner. He was very accomodating and professional. He made sure he was not too loud or too soft. Great job! -- Bob C, Drexel Hill, PA, 9/25/2005
- I would give Dave a 10 out of 5 for accommodating our needs. A couple of weeks before our wedding we had to change one of our songs and Dave was very helpful in picking a new one as well as sending a sound clip. Everything was great and we couldn't have been happier!! -- Andrew H, Bensalem, PA, 6/11/2006
- Dave is easy going and exceedingly professional with good wit and character to match, guest commented on how talented the musician was and that his range of differing styles of music was wide. Dave made our day special and memorable and I would recommend him without reservations. -- Jeff F, Philadelphia, PA, 5/10/2008
- Overall Dave was great. The guests loved him. -- Julia M, Bensalem, PA, 10/6/2007
- Dave was on time and flexible with his performance when asked to continue playing. He played excellent classical guitar for our event of 200 people, and I received many comments on the quality of his playing. He is a talented and pleasant person all around. I would have him back any time! -- Bill D, Philadelphia, PA, 6/18/2005
- Dave was a great addition to our reception. This was for a business conference, not a country club. He played for the reception as background music and did a great job. We will use him in the future when we visit the great town of Philly.
Judy
High Peaks Associates
Conference Manager -- Judy S, Philadelphia, PA, 4/12/2007
- Dave was great...and a real nice guy as well..... -- Joe R, Hamilton, NJ, 6/8/2007
- dave played a great set of music at our wedding - both during the ceremony and cocktail hour. he was very willing to play the songs that we were interested in hearing and was quick to resolve a song misunderstanding prior to the event. his talent aside (which is undisputable), he was extremely professional and pleasant to work with. i would highly reccomend him based on these qualities and his willingness to cater to the wants and needs of the client. thanks again dave!
-drew+jill -- Andrew L, Philadelphia, PA, 5/6/2006
- It could not have been better. -- Gary S, Annapolis, MD, 5/6/2007
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Upcoming Appearances
- Saturday, December 05, 2009
- 6:30PM - Wedding Ceremony
- Princeton, NJ
- Sunday, December 13, 2009
- 3:30PM - Christmas Party
- Mohnton, PA
= Booked through GigMasters
Past Appearances
- Thursday, November 19, 2009
- 5:00PM - Cocktail Party
- Trevose, PA
- Saturday, October 10, 2009
- 2:00AM - Wedding
- Collingswood, NJ
- Saturday, September 26, 2009
- 5:00PM - Wedding
- Bensalem, PA
- Sunday, September 13, 2009
- 3:00PM - Wedding
- Doylestown, PA
- Tuesday, September 08, 2009
- 7:00PM - Wedding
- Rosemont, PA
- Sunday, September 06, 2009
- 11:30AM - Wedding
- Warren, NJ
- Saturday, August 29, 2009
- 2:00PM - Wedding Ceremony
- Washington, DC
- Saturday, August 29, 2009
- 6:00PM - Wedding Ceremony
- Baltimore, MD
- Saturday, August 15, 2009
- 4:30PM - Birthday Party - Adults
- Laurel, MD
- Friday, June 26, 2009
- 6:00PM - Pen Ryan Mansion
- Bensalem, PA
Click here for more past appearances= Booked through GigMasters