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Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music
- Los Angeles, CA
- Guitarist
- Travels nationwide
- $450-$1,500
Overview
Soulful instrumental guitar music with Influences from Spain, the Mediterranean and Middle East, South America. Lots of Latin, Flamenco Inspired melodies! My Performances are normally a mix of Original Compositions and Cover songs in different styles (Latin Covers, Spanish Rumba Covers, Mediterranean/Middle Eastern Covers, Popular Classic Covers)
* Will Create a Warm Positive Soulful Environment and Uplift your event!
*Performing Live Since 1998
* Performed all over the United States, in Spain, and Israel
* Shared the Stage with Top National Acts such as "The Black Eye Peas", Mix Master Mike, Xzibit, The Alkaholiks, Pennywise.
*Can prepare Special requested songs if requested ahead of time
52 Reviews
We had an absolutely seamless experience booking Rafi! He is so talented and all of our guests were blown away with how great he was! We booked him for a company client appreciation event with over 250 guests. He took a special interest in matching his song selection throughout the evening to our party's vibe and even incorporated some unique covers of popular songs that our guests recognized and were pleased to hear in a different way. Cannot say enough good things about our experience! It was truly such a pleasure to have him part of our event and I know many of our guests are eager to make him part of their special events in the future! Highly recommend!
Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
Thank you Kali! I had a great time:)
I booked Rafi to play a few shows in the South of Spain and there was such a great response from the audience that the owner of the venue decide to book him for 2 months! His music is super soulful and he knows how to create a very special atmosphere when he performs. Very professional, unique original sound,easy going and a true master at his craft. I would definitely recommend booking him and I will be booking him again for sure.
He will uplift the atmosphere at your event and create a very beautiful ambiance.
Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
Thank you so much Adam, was a pleasure! Can't wait until the next time:)
Rafi pulled together a few great sets of music with his partner for the evening, Sun, to provide a good evening of party music. A top music pro, he felt out the crowd with various tunes and set the mood correctly for our guests. Highly recommend!!
Guitarist
We booked Raffi through gigsalad for our wedding and are so glad we did! Raffi's performance created an ambiance that perfectly complemented the romantic and celebratory atmosphere of our wedding. Raffi played a variety of groovy melodies that captivated everyone in attendance. He showcased a perfect balance of classic and contemporary tunes, catering to all musical tastes and preferences. Raffi was a pleasure to work with. He was professional, punctual, and accommodating throughout the entire process. His passion for music and dedication to ensuring our satisfaction were evident, making the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. If you're searching for a guitarist who can elevate your event to extraordinary heights, look no further than Raffi. We are immensely grateful for the magic he brought to our special day and wholeheartedly give him a well-deserved 5-star rating. Thank you, Raffi, for making our wedding celebration even more memorable with your exceptional talent!
Guitarist
It is always a pleasure to have Rafi on our events. I look foward towards working with him again.
Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
Thank you so much Ian!
Rafi was so entertaining, so SOULFUL!! We wanted something special for entertainment for my husbands birthday. He added such great vibes and accomodated all our requests which was amazing. We can't wait to book him again for our next event.
Guitarist
Rafi is sooo talented. He was the perfect addition to our evening. He read the crowd, played all of our favorites. I highly highly recommend him!!!
Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
Thank you so much!🙏🏼
Thank you so much! I had to miss it, but I have heard great things!
Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
It was my pleasure! Thank you🙏🏼
Rafi is an extremely talented musician and was extremely communicative, warm, and friendly from start to finish. He arrived early to set up and brought great energy to our B2B event in Los Angeles! Rafi was very accommodating to tailor the style and volume to our event so that it was the perfect ambiance. Would recommend Rafi to anyone in search of the best musician! Thanks Rafi!
Guitarist
Rafi was the highlight of our gathering with his beautiful performance and his ability to set the mood for the guests in our party. Many of our guests were amazed by Rafi’s diverse collection of tunes, skill and the consistency of his performance. He arrived early enough to set up his station and stayed long enough to entertain all of our guest as we concluded the event. We highly recommend Rafi and will have him perform in our future gathering as they happen.
Guitarist
We can’t thank Raffi enough for making our wedding so fun! The music was perfect and set the exact tone we wanted for our special day. Our friends had a blast dancing the night away. We can’t recommend him enough and will definitely be working with him again in the future.
Guitarist
Rafi and his band mate Som were the lives of the party. We will definitely be partying with them again!
Guitarist
We hired Rafi for an intimate dinner in a remote desert location in Scottsdale, AZ. Not only was the pre-event contracting a smooth and simple process but Rafi was communicative and gracious. His on site performance was top notch - a perfect mix of original songs and covers to carry our group through the night. 10/10 recommend him for a unique corporate off-site, executive retreat, party, wedding, etc.
Guitarist
Rafi is so talented in many regards, including his musicality, professionalism, and ability to play the right song at the right time. EVERYONE at our special event loved his musical performance across all ages, and he set the mood just right at the right time, always. Guests kept asking for his information for their future events too! We were honored to have Rafi at our event and he was an absolute pleasure to collaborate and work with!
World Music, Guitarist
Let’s just cut to the chase…Rafi’s is an absolutely marvelous guitarist.
I first heard him at a friend’s birthday party and was so taken, I walked over to him (during a break of course) and inquired about him playing at my wedding. Working with him in the intervening weeks leading up to the wedding was easy. He is a consummate professional. We went over the ‘set’ list and he accommodated our special requests/songs. On our wedding day he showed up and simply nailed it. When he set up and started playing, the entire ‘vibe’ of the pre-ceremony celebration went to the next level. Music is emotional and essential for setting the mood creating the ambiance; and a wedding is a Once-In-A-Lifetime event, and a dream come true day for the Bride and Groom. There are no ‘Do Overs’. His music selections were perfect and his playing is flawless. FLAWLESS! My cousin who is a professional guitarist, and was in attendance, came over and said… “Hey, you picked a beautiful guitar player!”
Rafi put musical magic in our wedding celebration and I know it would not have been the same without him. Our guests loved his playing and have asked for his contact info. My only regret is, I can’t hire him every weekend to come play at my house while I make brunch! If you need to hire a guitarist for a special event, I cannot recommend him highly enough. He’s absolutely stellar!!!
Guitarist
I recently had the opportunity to work with Rafi on a wedding and he was unbelievable. Leading up to the client's wedding he was super communicative, and I really appreciated his attention to detail, reviewing our entire timeline (vendors rarely do!), and knew exactly what to expect on the day. He was on time, setup, and most importantly, such a beautiful entertainer, and so talented. Looking forward to future opportunities with Rafi!
Guitarist
Rafi is an extraordinary, talented, supremely professional, beyond kind artist. His contribution to our event was fantastic. He is very punctual and flexible. He created a wonderful ambience and his performance throughout the night was highly praised by all our guests. His musical talents cover a wide selection of genres. Everything he played was perfect for my Mothers 75th b-day. They enjoyed themselves greatly and we look forward to having him at our Next celebration! Thank you Rafi for making my moms day just beyond memorable!!! BOOK RAFI NOW!!!!!
Guitarist
Rafi did a fantastic job entertaining our guests while boarding for a holiday cruise. His songs of choice were perfect for the evening, and everyone loved his musical selections. We will book again for future events.
Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
Thank you Shawnna!
All the guests at the party enjoyed the music so much. Rafi created a relaxed, yet fun vibe. He was happy to accommodate guest requests and adapted to the mood. Thank you so much!
Guitarist
Rafi is an amazing guitarist and musician! His repertoire is so diverse. He really sets a great mood. All our guests enjoyed listening and dancing to his beautiful music! He is extremely professional and easy to work with. I highly recommend Rafi!
World Music, Guitarist
We had seen Rafi perform at a friend's 50th birthday party over the summer and decided to engage him soon thereafter for an annual wine tasting at our home. He was a big hit, and everyone loved the diversity of his musical genres, his flawless performance, and the fact he's an instrumentalist (great background music when you're having conversations). We highly recommend booking Rafi and will do so again when the occasion presents itself.
Guitarist
Rafi was amazing! We had him play for my husband's 50th birthday and he was a hit. His music and talent are truly soulful and I believe he set the tone for our party. Rafi knows how to 'read the room' and played various genres according to the crowd and how the night progressed. Everyone there was able to relax and enjoy the vibe. The compliments have been bountiful. Thank you so much, Rafi!
Guitarist
Rafi was absolutely wonderful, all my guests loved his music selection, he also took requests. We will definitely be booking him for our holiday gatherings.
Guitarist
Rafi was very pleasant, timely and played the perfect international music mix that we requested. He created such a great ambiance and everyone loved him. I will absolutely hire Rafi for future events.
Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
Thank you so much Abby!
We booked Rafi Levy for our wedding vow renewal ceremony. He came in, set up, and set the mood for love and joy through music. The session was seamless. He knew exactly what to play and how to accompany the ceremony to reflect such a joyful occasion filled with family and friends.
Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
Thanks so much Lora!
Rafi did an amazing job at our anniversary party. He's such a great guitarist and is a wonderful, happy person.
Everybody commented on how great he was and we would definitely hire him again.
Guitarist
Rafi brought amazing energy and great tunes. Not only was he extremely skilled, he played a wide range of tunes that everyone loves. He was professional, courteous, and just amazing!
World Music, Guitarist
Rafi far exceeded our expectations in terms of how much he would add to the ambiance and energy of our event. We had him play during the rehearsal dinner for our wedding, and by the end everyone was dancing around the tables (this wasn’t supposed to be a dancing event). He picked a perfect song list and added the mellow energy we needed in the beginning and more liveliness as the night went on. I hope to have another opportunity to work with him soon!
Guitarist
Rafi is a true artist!! I initially discovered him at a holiday event he was playing at and knew right away I had to have him play my wedding (this was before I was engaged!). Rafi went above and beyond to help make our wedding extra special. He learned specific songs we requested for us during the ceremony and executed them perfectly. His talent, grace, soulfulness and kindness shine through his playing. I would 100% recommend him to anyone looking to add an element of music to their event!
Guitarist
Rafi has been so wonderful to work with. He performed solo at our online event last year and this year performed at our in-person event along with his percussionist partner Son. Both times he showed up on time, was very friendly and easy to work with, and brought an amazing energy. The audience loved his performance.
Guitarist
Professional , talented , very easy to work with. Provided wonderful entertainment for the evening .
Guitarist
I cannot express how perfect the evening was with Rafi's music. We loved having live music and he exceeded all expectations! Amazing guitarist, great set list, and it made my husbands birthday special.
Guitarist
We had the pleasure of having Rafi at our Facility for our Valentines Party. Our Residents loved him, he even did a duet with one of our patients, super cute. He brighten up our patients day with his music. His professional, friendly and arrives early to set up. We will definitely hire again, highly recommended.
Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
Thank you Ana! It was a pleasure:)
He was really lovely and all my guests loved his guitar playing..
Guitarist
My fiancé and I were very specific about all our vendors including the musician for the cocktail 2hour. I spent weeks looking for a musician. You’ll find a lot online but it just did not feel right. Until we found Rafi. The rest was super smooth. He has a lot of music online which made it easy for us to get a good idea of his style. We really loved his music and energy. So I contacted him. We went and saw him at a gig of his..had a good dinner and got to know him a little. Very likeable and cool guy. He is responsive to emails, easy to work with and was very accommodating with a special request of ours. We will definitely recommend him and hire him again. Thank you Rafi
Beach Music, Wedding Band, Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
Thanks Ali! It was a pleasure to play at your wedding:)
We recently invited Rafi to play at our house for a birthday party. He was amazing, came in quietly, on time, set up his corner slowly and played these beautiful songs... you can ask him to change the bit anytime. He is a very sweet and professional. We would love to invite him again!!!!
Guitarist
We had the pleasure of having Rafi play at our party last night and it was a great experience. All the guests loved the music and we had a great time. Rafi was easy to communicate with, prompt, and very professional. Highly recommend!
Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
Thank you, Yelena!
Rafi was easy to work with in setting up the date and time for our party. All the guests enjoyed his music. He has a good sense of what to play during different times of the evening. He provided a wide variety of music for the evening. His music helped to make the evening entertaining and somewhat different from parties of the past.
Guitarist
I’ve hired Rafi to perform at a few of our parties now, and each and every time I am showered with compliments from my guests saying how amazing it was to have him there and how much fun they had! Rafi’s music makes the evening lively, makes people happy, makes them dance and sing along... there’s never a dull moment. My friends have started hiring him as well now lol
Apart from that, I can also say that he is very professional, shows up on time, brings all the necessary equipment with him so we don’t ever have to worry about a thing.
I recommend him highly!
Guitarist
Raffi is such an amazing talent paired with just a incredible personality. A master of his craft. Raffi played in our headcquarters office for an holiday event. Played everything from Mediterranean, Latin, pop, Indie, oldies and a couple of Christmas classics. Very beautiful, relaxing and such a beautiful experience that everyone will be talking about for a while. Thanks Raffi!
Guitarist
Rafi was so great to work with. He was here on time, polite and so friendly. His music was wonderful. My guests definitely enjoyed having him entertain for our party. Thanks Rafi!
Guitarist
From the moment he set up his speaker and guitar, Rafi provided our Hanukkah party with incredible music and an awesome atmosphere that was so unique and fun! From traditional holiday music to modern classics and covers, Rafi’s skill on the guitar took our event to another level! I highly recommend him for any and all events!
Beach Music, Cover Band, Pop Music, Guitarist
Rafi's performance was excellent. All guest complimented his music and danced the evening away. I look forward to hiring Rafi for future events. I highly recommend him.
Latin Band, World Music, Guitarist
Rafi played at our wedding and it was the highlight of the whole day! The energy he created was beyond magical and got everyone dancing. His musical craft really is superb. Thank you Rafi!!
Wedding Band
Our experience with Rafi was amazing,he was very prompt, professional and a pleasure to listen to his music, his playing was perfect for our evening, any requests were accepted with pleasure, we will definitely use Rafi again
Guitarist
Rafi did an excellent job at my dad's surprise birthday party. His presence and music brought a special ambience that really brought the party to life! I highly recommend him for any event!
Guitarist
It was my birthday and my wife took me out to a unique Encino, California eatery called Vino Wine and Tapas Restaurant. The food was great and the ambiance excellent. Rafi 's playing is amazing and fluent as it seems that guitar is his first language. Rafi knows his instrument so well as he creates an international atmosphere with every note. He is also an interesting and mellow person which is the icing on the cake for me.
World Music, Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
Thank you for the kind words And compliments:) I appreciate it. Glad to hear you guys enjoyed the music
Rafi is not only an excellent performer, but he is also friendly and professional. Everyone at my party loved Rafi and his music, and we will be inviting him back next year!
Guitarist
Rafi was wonderful! He played beautifully and interacted with guests. Everyone at my party loved his music. Definitely would recommend him. Very down to earth musician.
Guitarist
Response from Rafi B. Levy-Soulful Guitar Instrumental Music:
Thank you Mini and Mathew! I had a great time:)
Rafi is an amazing guitarist. We were so happy to have him play my son's birthday party. Rafi is amazing with kids. He's so easygoing and allows them to be drawn into the music without dictating how they engage with the music-making. Rafi played for two hours at the party and kept the vibes upbeat for everyone. I highly recommend him for any party — not just kids' parties. My son just happens to be one of Rafi's biggest fans!
Guitarist
Classy, professional, great music, couldn't have asked for more. It was a perfect evening. Thumbs up Rafi!
Guitarist
I booked Rafi to perform at TEDxSantaMonica. It was a pleasure to have
him! Rafi created a great ambiance, was great to our guests and is an amazing
musician! Very professional and fun to work with. I will be hiring him
again in the future!
Guitarist
Booking Info
Price Range: $450-$1,500
Gig Length: 60 - 180 minutes
Languages: English, Spanish, Hebrew
What to Expect
A live guitar performance of my originally composed music, plus cover songs in various styles (Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Spanish, Latin, and Pop). I normally perform solo. But I can also perform with a percussion player or dancer as well if requested ahead of time.
I will create a warm Positive soulful atmosphere at the event:)
Comments that fans have said after hearing a live performance:
"The Music was super soulful", "Very Elegant and Unique Sound", "The music touched my heart and made my day!", "The music uplifted me", "There was a magic in the air".
About
I started playing the guitar in Israel at the age of 12. That's where the love story began!
I've lived most my life in Los Angeles, CA but was born in Israel and lived there as well for about 11 years of my life.
At 17 I moved back to LA and started a band with some really good musicians who also happened to be very close friends of mine. So we had some good times and crazy times as you can imagine! We played Funk, Reggae, Hip Hop music with other influences as well. We were into many different styles of music, and experimented a lot during those years. We wrote recorded and performed around the US for 12 years. We also got to share the stage with top national acts such as Mix Master Mike, Xzibit, The Alkaholiks, Pennywise, Black Eye Peas and more.
It Was a great experience and I got to experiment and develop my writing and performing style a lot during that time.
If you're interested in hearing that music, you can Google the name "Poopan". Yes I know what you're thinking!...
Let's just leave the story of the band name for another life time:)-
Fast Forward!
In 2004 I released my first solo cd "Desert Cruising in a Dub State of Mind". That cd was a mix of Latin, Reggae, Middle Eastern, guitar instrumentals.
Other then that I recorded with various producers in LA and continue to do that as well. As long as the music is nice and soulful, I'm always open!
A few years later, in 2009, I went to see a Flamenco show in LA and fell in love with that style, So I went home and booked a flight to Seville Spain and decided to go study flamenco guitar out there. for 3 Years I went back and forth to Spain Each time for periods of 6 to 7 months to Study the Flamenco Guitar in Seville and immersed myself in that music.
In the end I decided to not take the Traditional route and felt that my calling was to continue with the Electric Guitar and incorporate the things I had learned into my music doing it my way:)Now I still continue to Go to Spain almost every year for inspiration and to perform as well.
On April 10th 2014 I successfully finished my Kickstarter campain and managed to raise enough money for my album "Uplift Your Soul". This album was funded by Fan,s Friends, and Family through Kickstarter and officially released in November 2014. The album has gotten a great response:)
At the moment I am performing full time in Los Angeles, CA and continue to perform in Spain for parts of the year as well.
My Goal is to keep putting out the best music that I can, and give you something good. If it touches your soul and makes you feel good, then it was a success in my eyes.
Additional Booking Notes
I bring my own sound system and all the equipment needed for my performance (Amplifiers, Guitar cables). If the event is outdoors and there isn't a nearby outlet, I can perform via portable battery powered equipment.
Set up time is 20 minutes.
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
December 15, 2024 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
Past Booked Events
December 30, 2023 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Reception |
June 07, 2023 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
May 27, 2023 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Birthday Party |
April 22, 2023 • 7:30am - 9:30am | Birthday Party |
February 24, 2023 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
February 09, 2023 • 5:30pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
August 06, 2022 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Dinner Party |
July 16, 2022 • 7:30pm - 11:30pm | Dinner Party |
December 11, 2021 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Corporate Event |
November 13, 2021 • 8:30pm - 10:30pm | Birthday Party |
September 25, 2021 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
June 19, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Birthday Party |
June 13, 2021 • 3:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 06, 2021 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Anniversary Party |
June 05, 2021 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm | Wedding Reception |
September 19, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Dinner Party |
June 20, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Birthday Party |
March 07, 2020 • 11:00am - 12:30pm | Baby Shower |
November 16, 2019 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Dinner Party |
August 24, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Corporate Event |
July 13, 2019 • 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
December 21, 2018 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 07, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Christmas Party |
October 10, 2017 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Cocktail Party |
July 01, 2017 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Cocktail Party |
June 19, 2016 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
Set List
All Original Songs from My Albums:
Rafi Levy- Desert Cruising in a Dub State of Mind
Rafi B. Levy- Uplift Your Soul
(All the songs from my album are available for listening online)
Can add cover songs per request ahead of time. If requested I will create a custom version for the event.
Influences & Inspiration
Music from: Spain, South America, Greece, The Middle East, The Caribbean,
World Music.
Styles that I'm influenced by: Flamenco, Mediterranean music, Latin Music, Salsa, Reggae, Funk, Middle Eastern Music.
Artists that Influenced me: Paco De Lucia, Moraito Chico, Juan Habichuela, Aris San, Jimi Hendrix, James Brown, Bob Marley, Ernest Ranglin, Sly and Robbie, Django Reinhart
Setup Requirements
Power outlet for my amplifier. If not available, I can use portable battery power. Other then that, I bring all my own equipment.