J.P. Shalala is a full time singing guitarist from Niagara Falls, Canada, who specializes in weddings, special events, wineries, nursing homes, and fine dining restaurants. With hundreds of carefully arranged cover songs, spanning decades of music in many genres, he is the perfect fit for any occasion.
He is also one half of the duo, "The Shalalas", with his wife, Deanna. They have been performing together since they starting dating in 2007, and are more in demand than ever.
We hired J.P. to perform during our outdoor wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, and he exceeded all our expectations! Many of our guests complimented us on how fantastic he was and how much they loved the songs he played and sang. His talent and performance truly added to the atmosphere of our special day.
J.P. was incredibly flexible and accommodating, smoothly transitioning from one location to another within the venue while staying perfectly on schedule.
He brought a great vibe to the event and was super friendly and personable with everyone. Since we weren't planning to hire a DJ, we asked J.P. to play our dance music list from his iPod and speakers at the end of the evening. It worked out wonderfully, keeping the energy high and the dance floor full.
We highly recommend J.P. for anyone looking for an exceptional musician to enhance their wedding or any special event.
Response from J.P. Shalala:
Anna, thank you so much for having me perform at your wedding and for the glowing review! Hope to see you and Keith soon, all the best!
I hired J.P. for my husband's Surprise 80th. He is such a Great vocalist & entertainer. He was a delight to work with! He helped create a special song 🎵 which he sang along with my 4 teen grandchildren (which was devoted to their grandfather- Bubba). I highly recommend J.P. - he is the Best!!!
Response from J.P. Shalala:
It was such a pleasure working with you Ruth Ann! Thanks for everything and I look forward to seeing you again.
Give my best to the birthday boy!
JP was awesome. Had a outdoor party for about 45 people and everyone truly enjoyed his music. He arrived on time, with minimal setup time needed. Very adaptable to surroundings. Sound, volume and quality was perfect. Very friendly, interacted with guests, and was a lot of fun. Great selection of songs. I will definitely consider him for our next event.
Response from J.P. Shalala:
Thank you for the kind words Trevor!
What a fun party! So great to have everyone singing along and enjoying themselves. Kudos to chef Chad for the amazing food, and to you for the warm hospitality.
Hope to see you and your lovely wife again, all the best!
Perfect fit for our daughter's wedding cocktail hour!!
Response from J.P. Shalala:
Thank you so much for the nice review Jim and Julie! Great choice having the wedding at Stonewall Estates - truly a magical place.
All the best!
The Shalalaa (J.P. & Deanna) couldn't have been better and we received rave reviews from our guests. From first contact, to meeting them at one of their performances, to planning their role in our event, they could not have been more professional and nice. They learned new music for us and were spot on in execution for items in ceremony that were timed. Great range of music from oldies to contemporary. Easy listening for pre-ceremony to sing-a-longs to dancing, they handled it all. Thank you GigSalad for connecting us with this great duo. Could not be happier and we plan to continue to see them at some of their regular gigs. Great find!!
JP was absolutely amazing ! Loved it
I cannot say enough about JP! He was professional, kind and extremely responsive right from the start! We got SO many compliments on how beautiful his music was and we are so grateful that he was able to be apart of our day. Thank you so so SO much J.P!
Katie & Ryan
J.P. sang for my surprise marriage proposal to my girlfriend, he did an awesome job. I also saw him perform in Niagara by the lake, he had the crowd going. I highly recommend him for any event.
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 20 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
Expect to be wowed.
J.P. Shalala is:
- energetic and enthusiastic
- dressed to impress
- appropriate for the specific gig, with lights and crowd involvement in an entertainment setting, or able to "blend in" when the music is more about creating a relaxing ambience
- able to play to a crowd, selecting songs and arrangements that suit the event
- able to play at an appropriate volume
J.P. only uses professional Bose gear. He can provide an extra microphone for speeches/speakers and plays appropriate iPod music on his breaks.
There is a reason J.P. gets called back for nearly all gigs he plays.
J.P. Shalala is a professional singing guitarist from Niagara Falls, Ontario, who can be seen playing at popular night spots, weddings, private parties, casinos and special events.
J.P. also performs in a duo with his wife, Deanna, as “The Shalalas”. Their piano/guitar/vocal arrangements of popular songs are the perfect fit for special occasions.
J.P. has had many memorable gigs, including:
- Performing for all the majors of Canada in Niagara Falls at the FCM
- Casino Niagara and The 365 Club in the Fallsview Casino
- The Niagara Wine Festival
- Legendary venues in Toronto, such as The Horseshoe Tavern and Lee's Palace, as well as The Rivoli
- Many corporate gigs at The Art Gallery of Hamilton, Blue Mountain in Collingwood, Arta Gallery & Boiler House in Toronto's Distillery District, as well as Henry of Pelham, Inniskillin, and Chateau des Charmes wineries
- Many festivals such as The Paris Fairgrounds Festival and Hamilton's "It's Your Festival"
- Many restaurants, pubs and night spots such as AG Inspired Cuisine in Niagara Falls, The Irish Harp Pub in Niagara-on-the-lake, Mercer Hall in Stratford, Strada West in Niagara Falls, The Spicy Olive in Niagara Falls, etc.
- The Lazy Flamingo in Hamilton's Hess Village as a house band for years
- The Orillia Classic Car Show
- The Candlelit Stroll in Burlington (Christmas themed)
- The Out To Lunch Series at Market Square in St. Catharines
- Numerous wedding proposals, ceremonies and receptions
J.P. brings all his own gear (microphones, speakers, lights, instruments, iPod for break music, etc).
All that must be provided is:
- 3-prong power at the performance area
- Shelter (if outdoors)
- A reasonable amount of space to setup
| October 03, 2024 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Corporate Event |
| August 23, 2024 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| December 29, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Birthday Party |
| July 08, 2023 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Dinner Party |
| June 02, 2023 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
| August 27, 2022 • 4:00pm - 8:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| July 30, 2022 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Dinner Party |
| July 15, 2022 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| November 27, 2021 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| February 23, 2019 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | AG Inspired Cuisine (Niagara Falls) |
| February 14, 2019 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Cambridge Mill (Duo with Deanna Shalala) |
| February 09, 2019 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Myst Lounge (in the Hilton in Niagara Falls) |
| January 26, 2019 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | AG Inspired Cuisine (Niagara Falls) |
| January 18, 2019 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Cambridge Mill |
| November 11, 2017–November 12, 2017 • 9:00pm - 12:00am | J.P. @ Mercer Hall in Stratford, Ontario |
| October 21, 2017 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Private Even |
| October 14, 2017–October 15, 2017 • 9:00pm - 12:00am | J.P. @ Mercer Hall in Stratford, Ontario |
| September 30, 2017 • 5:00pm - 11:00pm | Private Event |
| August 19, 2017 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | J.P. @ Strada West in Niagara Falls |
| August 13, 2017 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | J.P. @ Southsides in Fort Erie |
| August 12, 2017 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | J.P. @ AG Inspired Cuisine in Niagara Falls |
| August 06, 2017 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | J.P. & Stacey @ Mick & Angelo's in Niagara Falls |
| August 04, 2017–August 05, 2017 • 9:00pm - 12:00am | J.P. @ Mercer Hall in Stratford |
| July 29, 2017 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | J.P. @ AG Inspired Cuisine in Niagara Falls |
| July 22, 2017 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | J.P. @ Strada West in Niagara Falls |
| July 17, 2017 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | J.P. & Stacey @ Mick and Angelo's in Niagara Falls |
| July 15, 2017–July 16, 2017 • 9:00pm - 12:00am | J.P. @ Mercer Hall in Stratford |
| July 09, 2017 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | J.P. @ Southsides in Fort Erie |
| July 02, 2017 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | J.P. and Stacey @ AG Inspired Cuisine in Niagara F |
| July 01, 2017 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | J.P. @ AG Inspired Cuisine in Niagara Falls |
| June 24, 2017–June 25, 2017 • 9:00pm - 12:00am | J.P. @ Mercer Hall in Stratford |
| June 22, 2017 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | J.P. & Stacey @ Mick & Angelo's in Niagara Falls |
| June 16, 2017 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Private Event |
| June 10, 2017 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | J.P. @ Strada West in Niagara Falls |
| June 03, 2017 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | J.P. @ Strada West in Niagara Falls |
| May 21, 2017–May 22, 2017 • 9:00pm - 1:30am | J.P. @ 365 Club in Fallsview Casino in Niagara F |
| May 19, 2017 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | J.P. @ Strada West in Niagara Falls |
| May 12, 2017–May 13, 2017 • 9:00pm - 1:00am | J.P. Shalala Band @ Black Swan in Burlington |
| May 05, 2017 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | J.P. @ AG Inspired Cuisine in Niagara Falls |
| December 23, 2016 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | J.P. @ Strada West in Niagara Falls |
| December 10, 2016 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | J.P. @ Strada West in Niagara Falls |
| November 26, 2016 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | J.P. @ Strada West in Niagara Falls |
| November 25, 2016 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | J.P. @ Strada West in Niagara Falls8 |
| November 11, 2016 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | J.P. @ Strada West in Niagara Falls |
| October 28, 2016 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | J.P. @ Strada West in Niagara Falls |
| October 22, 2016 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | J.P. @ Strada West in Niagara Falls |
| August 09, 2014 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
| May 17, 2014 • 7:30pm - 7:45pm | Other |
| August 17, 2013 • 4:00pm - 8:30pm | Anniversary Party |
AC/DC: Rock and roll ain't noise pollution
Adele: Someone like you
Alabama Shakes: Hold on
Albert King: Born under a bad sign
Bedouin Soundclash: When the night feels my song
Ben Harper: Memories of gold
Ben E. King: Stand by me
Bill Withers: Ain't no sunshine
Billy Joel: Piano man
Black Sabbath: Paranoid
Blind Melon: No rain
Blue Rodeo: Lost together
Bryan Adams: Summer of '69
Bob Dylan: All along the watchtower, Blowin' in the wind, Knockin' on heaven's door
Buffalo Springfield: For what it's worth
Bush: Glycerine
Carole King: Will you still love me tomorrow
CCR: Bad moon rising, Proud Mary
Cat Stevens: Wild world
Coldplay: Clocks, The scientist
Daft Punk: Get lucky
Danny O'Keefe: Goodtime Charlie's got the blues
Darius Rucker: Wagon wheel
Elvis Presley: Don't be cruel, Heartbreak hotel, Hound dog, Love me tender
Eric Clapton: Before you accuse me, Cocaine, Layla, Tears in heaven, Wonderful tonight
Filter: Take a picture
Finger Eleven: One thing
Fleetwood Mac: Dreams, Landslide
Foo Fighters: Everlong, Wheels
Foster the People: Pumped up kicks
Franki Valli: Can't take my eyes off of you
Frank Sinatra: Fly me to the moon
Gary Clark Jr: Church
Greenday: Good riddance (time of you life)
Jack Johnson: Banana pancakes, Better together
James: Laid
Jason Mraz: I won't give up, I'm yours
Jimi Hendrix: Hey Joe, Purple haze, Wind cries Mary
Jimmy Buffet: Margarittaville
John Denver: Leaving on a jet plane
John Legend: All of me
John Lennon: Imagine
Johnny Cash: Folsom prison blues, Ring of fire
Kansas: Dust in the wind
Leonard Cohen: Hallelujah
Louis Armstrong: What a wonderful world
Lynard Skynard: Sweet home Alabama
Maroon 5: Sugar
Michael Jackson: Billy Jean
Nathaniel Rateliff: S.O.B., You worry me
Neil Diamond: Sweet Caroline
Neil Young: Harvest moon, Heart of gold, Old man
Nirvana: About a girl, All apologies, Come as you are, Dumb, Jesus doesn't want me for a sunbeam, Polly
No Doubt: Just a girl
Norah Jones: Don't know why
Oasis: Champaign supernova, Live forever, Wonderwall
Old Crow Medicine Show: Wagon wheel
Otis Redding: Dock of the bay
Pearl Jam: Betterman, Last kiss
Pink Floyd: Wish you were here
Queen: Another one bites the dust, Crazy little thing called love
Queens of the Stone Age: Make it wit chu
Radiohead: High and dry
REM: One I love
Red Hot Chilli Peppers: Scar tissue, Snow, Under the bridge
Serena Ryder: Stompa, What I wouldn't do
Smashing Pumpkins: 1979
Stars: Ageless beauty
Steelers Wheel: Stuck in the middle
Steppenwolf: Born to be wild
Stevie Ray Vaughan: Cold shot
Stevie Wonder: Superstition
Stone Temple Pilots: Interstate love song
Sublime: Santeria
The Band: The weight
The Beatles: Blackbird, Can't buy me love, Come together, Don't let me down, Eight days a week, Here comes the sun, I'm only sleeping, Let it be, Long and winding road, Norwegian wood, You won't see me, You've got to hide your love away
The Black Keys: Lonely boy
The Cranberries: Zombie
The Doors: LA Woman, Love me two times
The Eagles: Take it easy
The Lumineers: Ho hey
The Police: Every breath you take
The Ramones: Blitzkrieg bop, I wanna be sedated
The Rolling Stones: Jumping Jack flash, The last time
The Strumbellas: Spirits
The Temptations: My girl
The Tragically Hip: Ahead by a century, Wheat kings
Tom Petty: Mary Jane's last dance, Wildflowers, You don't know how it feels, You wreck me
Tom Waitts: Ol' 55
U2: With or without you
Van Morrison: Brown-eyed girl, Crazy love, Moondance
Violent Femmes: Blister in the sun
Weezer: Island in the sun
X-Ambassadors: Renegades
Note: Some songs require act with a female singer
The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Tom Petty, SRV, The Black Keys, John Mayer, Stevie Wonder, Motown, Rock and Roll, The Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Queen, Black Sabbath, The Doors, Led Zeppelin, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Nirvana, Queens of the Stone Age, Ed Sheeran, Bob Dylan, Daniel Lanois, Jack Johnson, Fleetwood Mac, David Bowie, many, many more.
3-prong power outlet
Shelter (if outdoors)
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