Solo Musician For Hire in Winter Park, FL

I (Mari O.) am a Singer Song Writer, Entertainer and Producer. A Senior Idol Finalist in 2016. An Award Winning Composer with 35+ years of experience in the Music Industry. I studied Music and Music Education at Florida International University. Earned a Bachelor's Degree from Regents College in New York. ​My Eclectic approach to Music shapes the Band's Musical Sound. This unique mix of genres include: Dance, Classic Rock, Pop, Latin, Jazz, Sing-Along, Blues, Doo Wop, Ballad, Instrumental and Caribbean Music. When I am not performing as a Solo Artist, I am accompanied by my Band - Mari O. and the "Q" Band - which may consist of a Duo, Trio or Quartet. At times you may also find me at a Corporate Event playing with a Seven Piece Orchestra. One thing is for certain-whether I play on an Intimate Stage like the Italian American Social Club in Palm Coast, Florida - The Sophisticated Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, Fl. The Straz in Tampa, Fl. Or a World Class Venue as Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, Florida... You will be Entertained!

Let me share my passion with you! Whether you are looking for an unforgettable live performance, or wanting to learn how to play the guitar, I’d love to be a part of that experience! Having played guitar for 20+ years, taught over 200 students of all ages, and have won multiple awards at Music Competitions, I am excited to share my music with you!

*PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE SENDING US A REQUEST FOR A QUOTE! OUR MINIMUM FOR A 1 HOUR SOLOIST IS $250. PLEASE READ OUR PRICING GUIDE IN THE FAQ’s SECTION OF OUR PROFILE.* Louis Pettinelli Entertainment is a full service musical booking agency that has among the highest number of bookings and reviews of any live music booking agency on Thumbtack in the United States. We provide premium musical services, and utilize musicians that have gone through an extensive audition process to gain employment in our agency. Our dedication to our craft separates us from the rest of our competitors.

Charlie Shephard is a acoustic guitar player/Singer with a degree in Music from Rollins College and over a decade of live performance experience. He plays hundreds of well-known rock/pop/country covers from the 1950’s-today all around Florida for a wide variety of events. He takes pride in making every event a success.