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John Collins
- Souderton, PA
- Accordion Player
- Travels up to 90 miles
- $275 to $750
Overview
I am and have been playing at a 2000 seat restaurant 2 nights a week for the past 18 years. I am a 5-star performer and ranked 1st in earnings and I have received the best of award for 2014 and 2015. My accordion has over 50 amazing instrument sounds such as cello marimba piano French musette organ mandolin and many more. I know over 300 songs. I would love to make your event memorable with my music and personality.
Please read my reviews. I am gigsalad performer of the month
23 Reviews
John Collins arrived early for our event, and was Outstanding.
Our group of 70+ friends all had a wonderful time and John was a treat for us all. Highly Recommended.
We were very pleased with this delightful entertainer.
Accordion Player, French Entertainment, German Entertainment, Italian Entertainment
Response from John Collins:
Thank you Glenn. Wonderful time with wonderful folks
Loved by all. Very accommodating to community needs.
German Entertainment
John was an absolute hit at our OkTWOberfest party! His music brought the fun and vibes to the event. He read the audience well, incorporated requests, and even threw in kid songs to make sure everyone was having a good time! I'm already getting asked if John is coming to our next event! 5 stars, highly recommended! Thank you John for making my nephew's day!
Accordion Player, German Entertainment
Response from John Collins:
Than you Kaitlin. It was a joy for me to entertain you and your family and wonderful friends. Great party
He played his accordion for us at a repast meal following a funeral of a beloved Irish relative. What started as a sweet reminder of favorite Irish tunes morphed into a beautiful afternoon of standards that were favorites for everyone in the room. Plus John's personality was not intrusive. He put our guests at ease and made the afternoon of fellowship so much more beautiful than just sharing a meal.
Accordion Player
Response from John Collins:
Thank you Stephen I’m glad everyone liked my music
John was great. He was on time and very pleasant. He entertained us all with great music. Thank you John for making the event a success.
German Entertainment, One Man Band, Accordion Player
Response from John Collins:
Great event. Thanks Jesse
My mom started crying when John played a certain old hymn at the beginning of our party. She was so touched by his music, as were other attendees at our party.
Thank you for showing up for us and filling our day with happy musical memories!
Accordion Player
He came dressed the part.
German Entertainment
John was fantastic came dressed for the occasion perfect setting and music was delightful everyone enjoyed we will use John again!
Accordion Player
Response from John Collins:
Thank you. Nice residents. Enjoyed playing for them. Only problem is the distance.
John
Was prompt professional and well versed in Italian Accordian music. He was the perfect addition to our party
Thank you!
Italian Entertainment
John performed a very nice mixture of German music at my Oktoberfest party celebrating the death of my mother. It was a very fun festive event and John did not disappoint. He communicated great as well.
Accordion Player
John was excellent for the occasion. The Birthday Girl, who was 90, loved his selection of music. Thank you for a good time!
Accordion Player
Excellent!
French Entertainment
John played a variety of music and Italian songs suitable for this occasion.
He was very personable by going to each of the tables and serenading them.
He also took requests.
I would recommend him for any future event.
Italian Entertainment, Accordion Player
Response from John Collins:
According to your review remarks I should get 5 stars
John came to my father in law’s retirement home and did a wonderful job entertaining the group with a variety of songs. Brought back great memories to all and very uplifting melodies. He knows many songs and had all smiling. Thank you, John!
Accordion Player
John was great. Our guests loved his style. Cant wait to have him back again. He was fun and played a good variety.
Accordion Player
Response from John Collins:
Thank you Mario
Great resturant with amazing food and wonderful guests. Looking forward to returning.
John was an absolute blast! Kept the crowd entertained throughout our event, knew all songs,
and played with perfection! Thank you John for completing our wonderful evening with our
family and friends!
French Entertainment, Accordion Player
Response from John Collins:
Thank you Jim
John did an outstanding job entertaining our guests. Everyone loved him. He knows how to adapt to the crowd and when to play background music and when to liven up the party. Book him, you will not be sorry.
Accordion Player
John was fabulous. He worked the room and had a song for everyone. He was like having your favorite talented Uncle playing all our favorites.
Thanks JOHN!!!
Accordion Player
Response from John Collins:
Thank you. Great 🎉 Party
John performed at my grandmother's 80th birthday party this past weekend. He did a terrific job entertaining the guests throughout the entire event. I had multiple individuals come up to me after the party just to tell me how great John was. His accordion sounded terrific, and he had a great variety of music (especially Italian songs that we asked him to play). We can't thank John enough for his awesome performance!
Italian Entertainment, One Man Band, Accordion Player
John played at our brewery's Oktoberfest event, and he was absolutely perfect! He is very talented, and he picked songs that really set the mood of the event. He was very sociable and walked around while playing, engaging people to dance. Many people wanted to take pictures with him because he looked so authentic in his lederhosen. I was so busy running around keeping things in order during the event that I hardly had time to give him any sort of direction... but he took charge and just did what needed to be done! It was one part of the night I didn't have to worry about! I will definitely be calling him back for future events! Thank you, John!
Accordion Player
We hired John for our annual Oktoberfest. He arrived in lederhosen and alpine hat. My guests really enjoyed his music. A couple of my friends were so enthralled by his accordion. He was friendly, mingled with the crowd and took the time to speak with my guests who talked to him. He was a pleasure to have at our party! I highly recommend John.
Accordion Player
Response from John Collins:
Thank you. You both are a sweet couple And thank you for your nice review of me
We celebrated my mom's 90th birthday with family and friends in a private room at a favorite restaurant. I used Gigsalad for the first time looking for an accordion player. We hired John Collins and it was the best thing we could have done. He actually made a nice party into a special party, playing all of the music she loved plus requests from our guests. John was professional, talented and easy to work with. He arrived in plenty of time, played background music during dinner and walked around to the tables entertaining everyone. Everyone loved it!!!
Accordion Player
Booking Info
Price Range: $275 to $750
What to Expect
Professional in talent, appearance, personality and desire to have all who attend enjoy my wonderful sounding accordion.
About
My name is John Collins. I play the electronic accordion. I stroll also with this amazing instrument.
I received the best of award for 2014 and 2015 and am presently the highest earner.
Additional Booking Notes
My electronic accordion is self amplified and if I need more sound I have a wonderful amplifier
Past Booked Events
October 31, 2024 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Retirement Party |
September 27, 2024 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
September 24, 2024 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Corporate Event |
September 14, 2024 • 2:30pm - 4:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
February 02, 2024 • 12:30pm - 2:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
November 18, 2023 • 11:30am - 2:00pm | Birthday Party |
October 12, 2023 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Corporate Event |
September 18, 2023 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Corporate Event |
June 24, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Personal Occasion |
June 17, 2023 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Personal Occasion |
May 06, 2023 • 12:30pm - 3:30pm | Festival |
December 10, 2022 • 8:00pm - 9:30pm | Christmas Party |
October 21, 2022 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Festival |
October 08, 2022 • 12:00pm - 2:30pm | Cocktail Party |
October 01, 2022 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Holiday Party |
August 13, 2022 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 26, 2022 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
June 03, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
January 08, 2020 • 1:30pm - 2:00pm | Personal Occasion |
October 03, 2019 • 2:30pm - 6:00pm | House Party |
July 28, 2019 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Birthday Party |
July 05, 2019 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Festival |
June 11, 2019 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Personal Occasion |
March 11, 2019 • 1:30pm - 3:00pm | Cultural Event |
October 05, 2018 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Dinner Party |
September 29, 2018 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
April 25, 2018 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
November 09, 2017 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
November 05, 2016 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
April 08, 2016 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
September 26, 2015 • 4:00pm - 11:00pm | Cultural Event |
September 13, 2015 • 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
September 06, 2015 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
Influences & Inspiration
A corporate event at the Tropicana on Atlantic city and French celebration for the French ambassador to the UN in Bryant Park in Manhattan NY. Many birthday parties I played for.
Setup Requirements
none needed Accordion has built in ampflication