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Guitar by Ford
(40)
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Camano Island, WA -
Jazz Guitarist
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14 Verified Bookings
Julie W. said “Ford was great! He played the right mix and was not over peering!”
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Overview
Spanish guitar is a great entertainment option for any event where you wish to add elegance, excitement and passion. It creates an unforgettable impression with its vivacious energy, and musical virtuosity.
Juan de Marias, one of Canada's most respected, versatile and authentic Spanish guitarists, offers choices of entertainment of romantic / classical / flamenco solo guitar for ambiance.
5 Reviews
Lucas S. •
July 2, 2024
Juan played the music for our wedding ceremony, including preliminary music, the processional song, and the celebratory music at the end of the ceremony. The music was beautiful and perfectly suited. Juan was very accommodating. We highly recommend him for wedding ceremonies.
Hired as:
Classical Guitarist
Classical Guitarist
Sharon G. •
March 26, 2024
Juan's playing was the cap to a wonderful event. We received so many compliments on his skill and musical choices. Thank you!
Hired as:
Classical Guitarist
Classical Guitarist
Stanley S. •
November 18, 2023
Superb music from a gentleman who was very easy to deal with, flexible and adaptive to the circumstances. Highly recommended
Hired as:
Classical Guitarist
Classical Guitarist
Therese S. •
February 23, 2023
Juan's incredible talent created a lovely ambience for our Mom's 90th Birthday party.
Hired as:
Classical Guitarist, Guitarist
Classical Guitarist, Guitarist
Response from Juan de Marias:
Thank you for your kind review. I thoroughly enjoyed the gathering with your lovely family and friends and the lively spirit of your mom!
Thanks again for having me.
Juan
Sheryl •
July 16, 2018
We were so fortunate to have had Juan de Maria’s play for our backyard wedding. Beautiful acoustic guitar music. And a lovely man. Thank you, Juan. You and your music could not have been more perfect.
Hired as:
Guitarist
Guitarist
Booking Info
Price Range: $250-$500
About
Born in Barcelona, Spain, Juan trained in classical and flamenco guitar with renowned teachers in Barcelona, Madrid and Jerez.
A consummate performer, he has worked as a soloist, accompanist and arranger with numerous artists in flamenco, jazz, Latin-American folklore and Eastern music, performing in Spain, UK, Chile and Canada and US. His music has been performed in the prestigious Palau de la Musica in Barcelona.
A Canada Council award supported professional research and study in flamenco guitar in Southern Spain, inspiring his first album 'Mimbre'. In 2013 Juan moved to Victoria, BC, where he teaches and performs regularly with members of "Alma de España Flamenco School".
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
| July 05, 2025 • 3:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
Past Booked Events
| June 29, 2024 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| March 21, 2024 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Corporate Event |
| November 17, 2023 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | House Party |
| February 19, 2023 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Birthday Party |
| May 21, 2022 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| August 04, 2018 • 8:00pm - 8:45pm | Cocktail Party |
| July 14, 2018 • 3:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Reception |
Setup Requirements
No special requirements. Artist brings his own sound system.
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