Solo Musician For Hire in High Point, NC

HI! I'm Dan Ray, award-winning Greensboro, NC-based vocalist and multi-instrumentalist. I've been playing music around the Triad for about 15 years, and was honored to be voted YES! Weekly's Best Musician in the Triad and Best Guitarist in the Triad in 2019. I perform solo acoustic covers from all eras and in all styles for bars and venues, private parties, pool clubs, corporate and civic events, weddings, and any other event you can think of. I also host and run super fun Live Acoustic Karaoke shows, where you and your guests come up to the mic and put on the show with me, and Live Acoustic Pub Trivia, a fast, fun, highly engaging name-that-tune music trivia game. I've also got a full four-piece band called THE NEW STRANGE, and I co-host the Cover Band Confidential podcast. I'm also known around the area for the band I was in before the Pandemic, The Clanky Lincolns.

Experience piano-bar style entertainment with a grand piano and a touch of Aussie charm! With over 20 years’ experience in the music industry, Craig's request-based performances focus on crowd interaction, singalong, and packing the dance floor with your favorite songs. As a former member of the Australian vocal ensemble The Ten Tenors, Craig toured the globe performing in iconic venues like the Sydney Opera House, The Pantages Theater in Los Angeles, and the Royal Albert Hall in London, but after moving to the US in 2010, Craig turned his focus to his first love: piano, and has since performed all over the world as a soloist, a dueling pianist, and with his pop/crossover group ARIA, for which he is also musical director. With a 1000+ song list, Craig has extensive experience performing at conventions, galas, speakeasies, private parties, weddings, fundraisers, and along with a full armada of audio gear (PA, lights, portable baby grand), is happy to take requests on the spot from your guests, or perform a diverse setlist agreed upon ahead of time. Past residencies include: The Nice Guy - West Hollywood, CA, Louie Louie’s Piano Bar - Dallas, TX, Live From Memphis - Corona, CA, Johnny Foley’s - San Francisco, CA, Piano Piano - Claremont, CA, The Shout House - Glendale, AZ, JW Marriott, Palm Desert, CA, Michael Murphy’s - Oklahoma City, OK, Uptown Funk - Albuquerque, NM, John King’s - Charleston, SC, Plus Piano Bar - Raleigh, NC, Celebrity Cruises, Mediterranean - Guest Artist. Whether your event needs sophisticated jazz standards (with or without vocals), broadway show tunes, or the latest Top-40 hits, Craig has you covered.

I am pleased to offer a wide variety of guitar and vocal , experience, and the desire to create the perfect atmosphere for your event, restaurant, lounge, or House Party. My music/style is easy to listen to. With over 850 songs in my repertoire, you’ll be hard-pressed to not find some of your favorites. I generally use professionally recorded backline instruments which enable me to sound like a complete band for a fraction of the cost! My services are very personal, flexible, reasonably priced & don’t forget to ask about discount pricing for Raleigh area House Parties. You'll find audio/video samples and a comprehensive artist/song list & customer reviews on my website.

~~~Positive, professional, and engaging…wherever your plans take us!~~~ Frank Giovetti . com / Private Events ⬆️⬆️⬆️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⬆️⬆️⬆️ (THOUGHTFUL REVIEWS, PROFESSIONAL MUSIC CLIPS, COMPREHENSIVE VIDEO COLLECTION, DIRECT CONTACTS & MORE) My New Friend, WELCOME! And thank you for considering me as your entertainer for a most special event! I would be honored to help your event SHINE, and create an experience your guests CANNOT stop talking about! ✨ MY EXPERIENCE: In just over a year of full-time operation within the events space, I have: 1. Booked Over 100 Performances 2. Generated Over 150k in Booking Revenues 3. Been Awarded and Maintained Prestigous Top-Pro Status on Thumbtack Nationwide I have been blessed to play for loving brides and grooms as they walk down the aisle on their biggest day. I have played for Fortune 500 companies as they graciously reward employees and clients. I’ve played for VIPs at Olympic Qualifying Events. I’ve helped throw countless RAGERS (high-energy parties) that will be talked about forever. There is no vibe unseen. From yachts, to ballrooms. From the heart of metropolis to the middle of nature. I’ve played in tiny corners and atop massive stages and everything in between. My song list is extensive and inclusive, reflecting countless hours of effort and building. It features music that is familiar and resonant, across all-genres (sans mariachi, pre-prohibition era) played in a style that is fresh and personal to my experience. (List available on website above!) SERVICES I PROVIDE: - Solo Acoustic Performance (Vocals and/or Guitar) - DJ - Accompanying Acoustic Musicians - Full Band Shows - Professional (Self) Recordings - Emceeing/Speaking Appearances SERVICES I DO NOT PROVIDE: - Booking Agency For External Talent - Free/Exposure/Non-Compensated - Looping/Tracks TRAVEL SCHEDULE: I travel across and out of the country throughout the year, booking to booking, most-often in my touring van with my pup Cabela 🐶, taking flights when ground transportation has been deemed unsuitable. I am most often in South Florida “eventing”November through March, doing fly-outs/day-week trips as booked through the season (staying in warm weather as much as I can), but am ALWAYS open to accommodating your spectacular event requests. I DO NOT CHARGE TRAVEL FEES. My quoted rates are flat, as opposed to hourly (reflecting demand and opportunity cost), and all-inclusive: Booking, Performance, Sound, Lighting, Travel. ***I Offer Insurance Upon Request*** QUICK NOTE ON MARKET POSITIONING AND PRICING (PLEASE READ BEFORE REQUESTING QUOTE VIA THUMBTACK OR OTHERWISE): There is a phrase I tell every potential client looking for a “deal” or a budget provider: “You will ALWAYS be able to find someone to do it for less in this market.” I am however, not that provider. I am exclusively a premium provider. If you choose to contact multiple providers, there is a strong chance I will be your highest quote. There is also a chance my quote will fall above your budget. Please reach out directly (via my website) for budget concerns, and I will do my best to accommodate honestly, as I am able. There are three things you will ALWAYS find in your personal booking experience with me that can easily and most often will be sacrificed in “budget bottoming” or working with multi-level booking agencies: 1. Professionalism 2. Top Quality Music and Entertainment 3. Tip to Tail Premium, Personal Booking Experience In my humble opinion (and experience as I’ve seen from inquirers pre and post), the cost of having a proven, invested, CARING provider always outweighs the alternative. PHILANTROPY: For 501(c)3, pro-bono, and philanthropic requests, kindly email as listed on website. I have a passion for service and am happy to discuss requests for performance OUTSIDE of PRIME BUSINESS HOURS (non-weekend, Mon-Wed) FINALLY, PLEASE take time to read the thoughtful reviews from all of my wonderful clients throughout the country, and never hesitate to call directly for any questions or aid in helping plan your special event. I can’t wait to join you for an unforgettable time together, Frank Giovetti MINIMUM FEE: 1.0K (local, < 1hr travel, < 1 hr performance, non-prime business hours)