Lance plays a blend of jazz and other genres of solo guitar music. He has spent the past several years performing around the world onboard various cruise ships for Princess, Celebrity, and Norwegian Cruise Lines. He teaches an online course about the History of Rock Music through Klamath Community College. Please check out the YouTube videos below!
Lance arrived, set up, and played exactly as we requested. He was extremely easy to work with. I recommend him for any occasion.
Response from Lance Vallis:
My pleasure, thank you for the kind words, Dan! It was great to meet you 🎵
We have had Lance play at a couple of our in-store events, and he does such a fantastic job! Our customers love the ambiance of shopping to live music! He showed up on time, took minimal breaks and his music is just outstanding! Definitely recommend!
Response from Lance Vallis:
Thank you, Suzanne, it was great to see you again. I love performing at the store!
Lance did a wonderful job in both his music selection and volume level for our event. It really just brought the evening together and created a nice ambiance for our guests.
Response from Lance Vallis:
I appreciate the kind words, Suzanne! Thank you for being so welcoming, it was a pleasure to meet you.
Lance is a talented guitar player who made our wedding event the best ever. Super great guy and easy to work.
Response from Lance Vallis:
Thank you for the kind words, Teresa! It was a beautiful reception and a pleasure to meet you and your family.
Lance Vallis played guitar at a fundraising event that we held at the Lake Theater and Cafe, and was wonderful! He was very easy to work with both in person and via email in advance of the event. His choice in songs was perfect for the mood of the evening. We received several compliments from guests about the music. We would definitely work with Lance again!
Response from Lance Vallis:
Thank you for the kind words Bradi. I enjoyed playing at the event and would love to work with you again.
Price Range: $200 and up
Gig Length: 30 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
A mix of jazz, rock, fingerstyle, and ragtime guitar. Background music that can take center stage when it needs to.
I play a blend of genres of solo guitar music and perform around the Portland, OR area at restaurants and wineries. I have also performed extensively onboard cruise ships, most recently with Holland America Line.. Originally from Long Island, New York, I attended Berklee College of Music in Boston, where I lived until 2011. In June of 2015, I earned my Master of Music degree in jazz studies from Portland State University. In addition to performing solo guitar, I also perform with my jazz/funk band Special Purpose ((link hidden)) and teach the online course History of Rock Music through Klamath Community College.
I provide all audio equipment. Access to a power outlet and a chair without arms are the only things I require.
| March 09, 2024 • 9:00am - 10:30am | Grand Opening |
| February 29, 2024 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| August 26, 2023 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Personal Occasion |
| December 17, 2022 • 2:00pm - 5:00pm | Corporate Event |
| September 21, 2022 • 6:30pm - 9:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| July 16, 2022 • 10:30am - 12:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| May 26, 2022 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
| April 23, 2022 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| September 25, 2021 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| December 19, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Christmas Party |
| December 07, 2019 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Corporate Event |
| April 13, 2017 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Billy Blues Bar in Vancouver, WA with Idle Poets |
| April 01, 2017 • 7:30pm - 10:00pm | The Jazz Station, Eugene, OR with Idle Poets |
| March 26, 2017 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Solo Guitar Set at Tapalaya in NE Portland |
| March 19, 2017 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Solo Guitar Set at Tapalaya in NE Portland |
| March 12, 2017 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Solo Guitar Set at Tapalaya in NE Portland |
| March 05, 2017 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Solo Guitar Set at Tapalaya in NE Portland |
| February 26, 2017 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Solo Guitar Set at Tapalaya in NE Portland |
| February 25, 2017–February 26, 2017 • 9:00pm - 1:00am | Performing with pop rock band The Groove, |
| February 24, 2017–February 25, 2017 • 9:00pm - 1:00am | Performing with pop rock band The Groove, |
| February 19, 2017 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Solo Guitar Set at Tapalaya in NE Portland |
| December 12, 2016–February 14, 2017 • 12:00pm - 12:00pm | Guitarist On Board Sapphire Princess Cruise Ship |
| May 12, 2016 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Fundraiser |
* Someday My Prince Will Come
* Tea for Two
* Summertime
* Fly me to the moon
* Bluesette
* Satin Doll
* All The Things You Are
* Autumn leaves
* How My Heart Sings
* Body and soul
* Ragpickin'
* The Maid With The Flaxen Hair
* Cherokee
* St. Denis (F#)
* Night and Day
* Twisted Blues
* Misty
* Darn that Dream
* Here's that rainy day
* Moonlight in Vermont
* Rain song
* What a wonderful world
* Paul's song
* Scarborough Faire
* Over the rainbow
* Peace
* Earl of Salisbury
* Coney Island Cakewalk
* Girl from Ipanema
* A Foggy Day
* Moonglow
* 'Round Midnight
* Blues in E
* Between the Bars
* Once I Loved
* Up Jumped Spring
* Witchcraft
* Moanin'
* Whisper Not
* Georgia
* On Green Dolphin Street
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