Providing live music in a variety of styles and instrumentations for weddings, receptions, private parties, corporate events and more. Chris Argenziano Guitar offers solo classical guitar, a jazz guitar duo called Twelve Strings, as well as a vocal and guitar duo, A Gentleman and a Scholar. Each group is professional and versatile and can cater to the specific needs of your event. What each group provides:
Chris Argenziano Guitar: classical guitar works ranging from the Renaissance to arrangements of modern songs.
Twelve Strings: jazz standards and arrangements of modern music for guitar.
A Gentleman and A Scholar: acoustic and vocal music including rock, country, pop, and jazz standards.
Chris is extremely professional and a complete joy to work with. Beyond how much of a joy he is to work with, his playing is masterful and adds a special element to any event. He knows how to ‘vibe’ with your group and helps people understand how beautiful classical music really is! Don’t hesitate to have him play at an event out of fear of people not being able to hear over the music, he knows what’s he’s doing and makes sure the music is heard but not overbearing. I can not wait to invite him to play another event!
Chris was a pleasure to work with for our gallery reception; our guests described his performance as delightful and the perfect accompaniment for our event and setting. Professional, clear, and prompt communication every step of the way. We will happily book him again for future events!
Twelve Strings were professional, kind, understanding, and their performance was outstanding. They were flexible and were able to accommodate our special requests for music to be played. We also only heard wonderful things from our wedding guests. We would hire them again with no question for any future special events! Thank you for making our wedding ceremony even more special and memorable!
They were highly entertaining for the residents and myself. Great performance all around! So talented and such a great set of music. Worth having again and again!
Chris is fantastic! He is punctual, professional, and polished! The jazz guitar was a fantastic addition to our event and helped to create the vibe we were hoping for. Definitely will be booking again.
Twelve Strings did a fantastic job providing background music for our opening breakfast at the Pioneer Equipment Dealers Association Annual Convention! Our experience with them was very professional and they are excellent musicians! We highly recommend their services.
My wife and I hired Chris to play at our wedding. We had heard him play at local recitals and knew right away that his style and talent would be perfect for our wedding. We were extremely impressed with Chris's professional attitude. He really listened to what we wanted. He was willing to learn new music for our ceremony and also had some great ideas that he contributed based on his previous wedding experience. Chris provided his own equipment and was set up and ready well before the service. We had an outdoor wedding and rain was in the forecast, but he came prepared. He assured us that rain or shine he would be ready to play. The wedding went off without a hitch thanks to his thoughtful preparation. We received several compliments on his skill and ability, but people were also impressed that he stuck around to mingle. We would recommend him to anyone interested in live music, not just for a wedding, but any formal event. His skills are so diverse that he can adapt to any setting.
Easy to communicate and good experience! Loved it!
Chris was very easy to communicate with, accommodating, and exactly what we were looking for. He played beautiful music for a small wedding ceremony in our family.
Chris was a ultimate professional - quick to respond, willing to listen and be flexible about what we wanted, on time, and prepared with own equipment. His music was just the right touch to add to the ambiance of our social event. We couldn't have been more pleased!
Price Range: $300 and up
Gig Length: 30 - 180 minutes
Languages: English
Hello and welcome to Chris Argenziano Guitar!
As a musician and guitarist, I specialize in providing tailor-made musical experiences for a variety of occasions, including weddings, receptions, corporate events, and private gatherings. With expertise in both classical and jazz guitar, I offer a unique blend of sophistication and ambiance to elevate any event.
My services extend beyond solo performances, as I also curate ensemble options to cater to diverse preferences and atmospheres. Whether it's the intimate charm of a guitar and bass duo or the dynamic energy of a guitar, saxophone, and drums trio, I ensure that every ensemble delivers a seamless and memorable musical backdrop.
What sets my music apart is its ability to enhance the atmosphere without overshadowing the main event. Whether it's setting the mood for a romantic ceremony or providing a sophisticated backdrop for networking at corporate events, my goal is to fill the gaps in conversation and enhance the overall experience without demanding undue attention.
With a commitment to professionalism and versatility, I take pride in creating musical experiences that resonate with my clients and their guests. If you're looking for elegant and refined music that adds a touch of class to your special occasion, I'm here to provide the perfect soundtrack for your memorable moments. Let's collaborate to make your event an unforgettable success!
Chris Argenziano, a native of Reynolds, North Dakota, has been an active performer and educator in the Midwest since 2002. Versatile in a variety of styles, Argenziano specializes in classical, jazz, country, rock, and acoustic guitar.
A self-taught player, he began his studies in earnest in 2010 when he took up classical guitar under the instruction of Michael Coates. Argenziano has since studied jazz and rock guitar with Tim Hoffelt, Michael Krajewski, and Steve Stine. He earned a Master of Music in Classical Guitar Performance from North Dakota State University in 2015.
Throughout his musical career, Argenziano has been a featured performer in master classes with world-renowned classical guitarist Christopher Parkening, guitarist Michael Chapdelaine, internationally recognized lutenist Phillip Rukavina and the Minneapolis Guitar Quartet. In 2020, he released an EP with The Gina Powers Band entitled Departure.
Since 2002, Argenziano has been performing regularly with both original and cover bands and is currently involved in the jazz and classical duo Twelve Strings as well as the Chris And Gina Acoustic Duo. He also gives solo performances on the classical guitar. Previous projects include The Gina Powers Band, Ben and the Beard, Soulpatch Adams, and The Ciro and Topher Show.
A guitar instructor since 2008, he has taught students of all ages from beginners to advanced players. In addition to teaching individual lessons, Argenziano released an instructional DVD titled Beginning Acoustic Guitar in 2012. He is currently a member of the faculty in the Music Department at Valley City State University as Instructor of Guitar.
Chris Argenziano Guitar, Twelve Strings, and A Gentleman and A Scholar all provide their own sound reinforcement equipment for each performance. The only requirement if a 220v or 110v power source within ten feet of the performance area.
| August 27, 2022 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Grand Opening |
| August 11, 2022 • 5:00pm - 5:45pm | Nonprofit Event |
| July 28, 2018 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
Ave Maria - Bach/Gounod
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring - J.S. Bach
Canon in D - Pachelbel
Canarios - Gaspar Sanz
Can’t Help Falling In Love With You - Elvis Presley
What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
Eidelweiss
Blue Moon
Over The Rainbow
English Air - Laurindo Almeida
When Night Falls - Laurindo Almeida
Cavatina - Theme From The Deer Hunter - Stanley Myers
Estrellita - Manuel Ponce
Salut D’Amour - Edward Elgar
Estudio in B Minor - Fernando Sor
Lagrima - Francisco Tarrega
Spanish Romance
Six Pieces From The Renaissance - Oscar Chilesoti
Pavan VI - Luis Milan
Moonlight Sonata - Beethoven
Cello Suite in G - Bach
Georgia On My Mind - Hoagy Carmichael
Amazing Grace
Kemp’s Jig
Barcarolle - Napoleon Coste
La Meloncolia - Mauro Giuliani
Canzonette ( Song Without Words) - Felix Mendelssohn
Mazurka in G - Francisco Tarrega
You Are My Sunshine
Registro - Antonio Lauro
Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen
John Williams, Andres Segovia, Julian Bream, Wes Montgomery, Jim Hall, Christopher Parkening
All I require is a chair with no arms and a 110v outlet. If the event is outdoors a covered performance area is required.
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