NYC Event Music provides live music in solo, duo or trio format for weddings and other events in the tristate area. Ideal for many “background music” settings, we perform classical guitar, jazz standards and/or instrumental renditions of popular songs at whatever volume and mood is appropriate.
Lead by acclaimed guitarist, composer and educator Colin Cannon. Colin is a graduate of the Berklee College of Music and holds bachelors and masters degrees of music. Based in NYC, Cannon performs at jazz venues including the Blue Note Jazz Club; and His 2021 release was ranked in the top ten jazz albums of year.
Colin was a great hire for our small wedding. He provided the perfect ambience as guests arrived / got settled, and did a very nice rendition of our favorite song as we walked down the aisle.
He was prompt, professional and delivered exactly what we were hoping. Highly recommend him!
Delivered musically, socially, business-wise.
Hired for our wedding - professional through and through. Highly recommend Colin for anyone who enjoys good music!
Response from NYC Event Music:
Thanks Jeff, we had a great time. Congrats!
Price Range: $150 and up
Gig Length: 30 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
In general expect a warm jazz guitar atmosphere provided. Colin will adjust volume and mood for what's appropriate for your event. Colin is available, solo, duo, trio or even quartet.
Colin is a critically acclaimed guitarist, composer and teacher. He is a performer in NYC's most prestigious jazz venues including the Blue Note Jazz Club and his most recent album was ranked in the top ten jazz albums of 2021; all under his full name "Colin Cannon." A graduate of the Berklee College of Music, Colin holds bachelor's and master's degrees in music and is one of the most sought after guitar instructors in NYC.
In addition to all this, Colin performs "back ground music," ideal for weddings, private events, etc. For these events Colin typically plays jazz standards at whatever volume and mood is appropriate for the event.
No major technical assistance is needed. Colin will provide his own amplifier that should be loud enough for most events.
| October 07, 2023 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| September 16, 2023 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| September 17, 2022 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
| October 02, 2021 • 4:30pm - 7:30pm | Cocktail Party |
| October 20, 2017 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| July 01, 2015 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Grand Opening |
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New York City, NY 
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