Solo Musician For Hire in Forest Grove, OR

If you’re looking for someone for your private event, wedding, cocktail hour, etc, look no further! I’m a singer/songwriter/performer who’s been playing music in the valley for the past 15 years. Using a looper pedal, I create a full band sound with just my iPad, guitar, and voice! My degree in classical voice helps me fit any style requested, from top 40 to western, 60s-00s, alternative, gospel, and classical music. If you need a solo, duo, trio, quartet, or full band, I can make that happen! Basic lighting, audio, are included: I only need to be within 10’ of power to make your most memorable event! Hire me, be worry free!

Four reasons you'll enjoy us! First, our song selection. We don't perform a song unless we're both really crazy about it -- and we find that our audiences relate very well to the music we choose. Second, Matt's banjo and dobro playing. He's simply great on his instruments. Third, our vocals. We believe that harmonies are a special attribute of music, and we work hard to make them both precise and musical. And fourth, our versatility: from Bill Monroe to Bob Dylan to Merle Haggard and Miranda Lambert, we love a whole variety of music, and we can adjust to your preferences. We just love performing. It's a treat to see people singing along, tapping their feet, dancing and smiling. What better job could there be?

Over the last 12 years, I've been a performing and touring musician and I have gained experience playing gigs across the U.S. and through Canada. I have always enjoyed story telling through the lens of music and the experience of connecting to an audience through song. The experience I provide ranges from intimate acoustic ambience to late night dance parties. I've performed at corporate gatherings, weddings, memorials, cocktail hours, company parties, and similar events. My live repertoire consists of decades-spanning genre bending classics as well as a rich catalogue of original music. I'm able to provide my own sound equipment for a fee based on the event size and band members. I look forward to performing at your next event!

I am an energetic and motivational teacher focused on helping students of all ages find their musical voice and deepen their love of music with an emphasis on technique, ear training, sight reading, and a mix of classical and Celtic fiddling styles. I perform all over the United States at weddings, private parties, festivals, engagements, pubs, and more!