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Anthony Fuscaldo
- New York City, NY
- Guitarist
- Travels nationwide
- $400+
Overview
Anthony Fuscaldo is a guitarist and composer from the NJ / NYC area.
Writer Tris McCall from the Jersey City Times has described him as "a talented jazz performer and an innovator. Host Rachel Smith from WKCR has called his performances, "An extraordinary experience and a big hit. Our listenership went quite a bit up. I think that’s a testament to your wonderful talent and sound.”
Past audiences have included Anne Hathaway, Chuck Lorre, Judd Hirsch, comic Ted Alexandro, and corporate clients like MLB, Ferrari, World Trade Center, American Express, Yelp, Jose Cuervo, Palantir and more.
22 Reviews
Anthony was such a pleasure to work with and performed beautifully for my client's corporate event. He was super accommodating for very specific song requests, very timely in his responses, and I would highly recommend him and work with him again. Thanks Anthony!
Guitarist
Anthony was the best performer ever!
Guitarist
Anthony and his band was STELLAR! We booked them for our engagement party and it was a total vibe having them share and play music for our close family and friends! Your music was a highlight at our event and we cannot thank you enough for providing such a unique experience for us. You've been been such a pleasure to work with and have delivered exactly what we envisioned. Thank you again!! Til next time :)
-Krystyl & Killian
Guitarist, Jazz Band
I had come down with a nasty flu the day of the event at which I had booked Anthony to play. I was super out of sorts as a result and very stressed out about every other aspect of the evening. Anthony was incredibly polite both before and during the event; I dare say that he picked up on the fact that I was not functioning at 100% :') and so virtually took care of himself, which was a Godsend. Anthony provided his own amp for the event; all he asked for was a chair and an outlet! This also really showcased his raw talent (he definitely doesn't need the fluff of other band members for you to appreciate his music); he wowed my guests with some really beautiful guitar-playing over the course of the evening. I am thrilled that he was available for this event - clearly! - and look forward to when I can book him again.
Guitarist
We recently had Anthony entertain guests at a party. He was very accessible and willing to plan with us prior to the event. He immediately understood our needs and he was able to deliver his musical talents as requested.
His selections allowed him to dazzle us with music from several genres throughout the decades--from the 60s to the present. He was flexible enough to allow for audience participation in song, which everyone thoroughly enjoyed. Our guests were thrilled with his musical selections and we received calls following the party with many compliments regarding Anthony's music.
We would highly recommend him for parties and family gatherings!!
Classical Guitarist, Jazz Guitarist, Singing Guitarist, Guitarist
Anthony was phenomenal—a true professional at his craft. He came in early to set up as promised. I told him that I wanted him to bring a particular element to my Aunt's birthday, and he sure did on every level. He was calm, cool, and collected; you could tell this man really enjoyed his craft and had a true passion for music. I would hire him again for sure. No doubt about it.
Guitarist, R&B Group, Soul Band, World Music, Jazz Guitarist
Anthony was a sophisticated addition to our corporate cocktails and dinner at Craft in December. He was great with communication, flexible, timely, and nice to work with. He played some great jazz/holiday tunes for our event and our guests commented on how much they enjoyed the addition to our event.
Definitely recommend!
Anthony is a highly skilled guitarist and very professional and reliable. He set the perfect tone for our get together. Highly, highly recommended.
Jazz Guitarist, Jazz Band
We booked Anthony to play guitar at our wedding. He reached out immediately to discuss musical choices and logistics. At the wedding itself, he was punctual, prepared and delighted everyone with his guitar playing. We'd book him again for any event.
Jazz Guitarist, Jazz Band
We loved it, highly recommended
Jazz Band
He did a fantastic job and made our wedding really special! Our guests loved him and made multiple comments to me after the wedding. Thanks Anthony!
Jazz Guitarist, Classical Guitarist
Anthony did an outstanding job providing music to accompany an art opening reception on a perfect summer day in western Massachusetts. I appreciated his willingness to discuss ahead of time the music I was hoping to hear, make the somewhat long trek to the venue, provide low key but alert selections of appropriate jazz and pop standards, and generally offer an invaluable contribution to the tone and feeling of the event. I am convinced some of my paintings sold because visitors were put at ease and in good spirits by the beautiful playing. Thanks, Anthony! Will definitely try to hire you again for similar events in future.
Jazz Guitarist
Professional, flexible, pleasure to work with.
Classical Guitarist
So great having Anthony play at our event! Despite the cold, wet and windy weather he powered through like a champ with no complaints. He tailored his set list to our needs perfectly and added an amazing Italian music atmosphere to the event.
Classical Guitarist
Anthony Fuscaldo arrived 30 minutes early,
Well mannered and equipped with a cross between an acoustic and a hollow body electric guitar and a small amp. He was pleasant from the moment he arrived to the moment he left. In between, he played a nice
assortment of jazz, bossa nova and standards,
Including some of my favorites, including Jobim's "Corcovado," Van Morrison's "Moondance," and Django Reinhardt. We asked for tasteful, not too loud and Anthony did exactly that and more. Solo acoustic guitar is a lot harder than it looks, and Anthony is a virtuoso. It is a pleasure to recommend him.
Jazz Guitarist, Classical Guitarist
I hired Anthony for the past two years for our resident holiday parties and we'll for sure have him perform at our future events. Everyone loved his performances and we received so much positive feedback. Thanks Anthony!
Jazz Guitarist
anthony performed at my daughter's 1st birthday party. my guests absolutely adored him! he is excellent at reading the crowd and creating an appropriate play list. anthony is extremely responsive and an absolute pleasure to work with. i can't wait to throw another event and hire him again!
Classical Guitarist
We hired Anthony to play for our outdoor wedding ceremony and could not have been happier! He played beautifully, was very accommodating with our requests, and was prompt, self-sufficient, and very friendly. We would definitely recommend him for any other events!
Jazz Guitarist, Classical Guitarist
My wife and I heard Anthony perform at a first birthday party a few months ago and we knew right away that we would hire him for our son's first birthday. Anthony is an excellent performer with really strong communication skills. I highly highly recommend Anthony to anyone looking to add some good music to an event.
Classical Guitarist
Anthony played for our small reunion in Central Park. He was prompt, flexible, and a terrific performer. Highly recommend.
Jazz Guitarist
We hired Anthony Fuscaldo to accompany our merriment at Compo Beach in Westport, CT. Anthony was a wonderful choice for our event. His jazz and bossanova performance was wonderful. Thank you Anthony!
Jazz Guitarist
I hired Anthony on a VERY quick timeline for a small reception I was having for work. He responded so quickly and in a very professional manner that I was impressed right off the bat. He shared his website, samples of music, etc so I knew what he could do. Throughout the next couple days, he was very responsive and open to event protocol that we were employing. Moreover, he was flexible and patient with the payment process as I was very busy at the time. Finally, his music was great and a wonderful addition to our evening.
Jazz Guitarist
Response from Anthony Fuscaldo:
Thanks again Erin! It was an absolute pleasure being a part of your event. Feel free to reach out to me anytime!
Booking Info
Price Range: $400+
Gig Length: 60 - 300 minutes
Languages: English, Italian, Spanish
Insurance: $1,000,000 - General Liability
What to Expect
Anthony's guitar performances encompass the entire musical spectrum. From the classical guitar to jazz improvisation, Anthony’s passion for world music gives him the creative impulse that fuels each and every performance.
About
Anthony Fuscaldo is a jazz / classical guitarist and composer from the NYC area. His guitar performances encompass a wide musical spectrum. Getting inspiration from the styling of Django Reinhardt and Joe Pass inspired jazz free-form improvisation, Anthony's passion for world music gives him the creative impulse that fuels each and every performance.
Past performances around the US have included countless venues with audiences like actress Anne Hathaway, CBS sitcom creator Chuck Lorre, Actor Judd Hirsch, comedian Ted Alexandro, players from the Yankees, and corporate performances for MLB, Ferrari, World Trade Center, American Express, Hilton, Yelp, Jose Cuervo, Palantir, The Museum of New York, Morgan Stanley, Liberty Science Center, The W Hotel Group, and many others.
His recent album "Beautiful World" features an ensemble that showcases a selection of songs inspired by world music influences, jazz, gypsy swing, klezmer, folk music, as well as covers by Tom Waits, Leonard Cohen, and Gogol Bordello. Writer and columnist Tris McCall from The Jersey City Times has described Anthony Fuscaldo as "... a talented jazz performer and an innovator...'Beautiful World,' his album, is a confident globe-trot, drawing from Eastern European folk, bossa nova, North American swing, and — that irrepressible Jersey City favorite — French gypsy jazz... he clearly knows the style well." Since it's debut, "Beautiful World" has also received other press mentions from outlets like Jazziz Magazine, Jazz Guitar Today, The Syncopated Times, and other publications.
Anthony's music credits for television and film include NYC GO, Sur Peru, Kendall Jackson Wine, and many others. His music was also featured in the movie “Once Upon a Time in Brooklyn” starring Armand Assante, William DeMeo (Analyze That, The Sopranos), Ice-T, Ja Rule, Vincent Pastore and directed by Paul Borghese. Accolades for his film music include festival selections in countries such as the US, Brazil, Peru, Armenia, and Croatia; most notably the Wildlife Conservation Film Festival (WCFF), New York Jazz Film Festival, Mostra Internacional de Dança: Imagens Em Movimento, Smaragdni Eco Film Festival (SEFF), La Costa Film Festival, and the Chain NYC Film Festival.
Additional Booking Notes
I come self sufficient for every performance and all provide the necessary equipment.
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
December 06, 2024 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Corporate Event |
Past Booked Events
October 16, 2024 • 3:30pm - 5:30pm | Corporate Event |
October 15, 2024 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Cocktail Party |
August 30, 2024 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Cocktail Party |
August 02, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Corporate Event |
May 28, 2024 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm | Corporate Event |
January 16, 2024 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 30, 2023 • 3:30pm - 4:15pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
December 23, 2023 • 10:00pm - 11:00pm | Birthday Party |
December 07, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
February 27, 2023 • 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Dinner Party |
December 13, 2022 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Corporate Event |
June 03, 2022 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 08, 2019 • 11:00am - 1:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
March 16, 2019 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Birthday Party |
May 31, 2017 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Graduation |
January 01, 2017 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 20, 2016 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | House Party |
August 08, 2015 | House Party |
June 20, 2015 | Wedding Ceremony |
October 18, 2014 | Bridal Shower |
March 08, 2014 | Private Party |
February 25, 2014 | Corporate Event |
Set List
Jazz Standards, Blues, Bebop, Soul, Bossa Nova / Samba, Pop and more
Team
Anthony Fuscaldo | Guitarist/Composer |
Influences & Inspiration
Joe Pass, Wes Montgomery, George Benson, John Coltrane
Setup Requirements
No required equipment. I provide my own.