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Ryan Smith
- Columbus, OH
- Singing Guitarist
- Travels up to 2 hours
- Negotiable
Overview
Singer / Acoustic Guitarist for Private & Public Events
17 Reviews
Thanks Ryan, for adding a special element to my parents 64th wedding anniversary. Even with the scattered showers, everyone was able to enjoy Ryan's music. My Aunt and Uncle want to pass on a special thanks as they especially enjoyed Ryan's music. Would recommend 100%, easy communication, reasonably priced, and great at what he does!
Singing Guitarist
Worked with Ryan for my wife’s birthday party. Can’t say enough good things. Very nice, professional, and easy to work with. And, an outstanding performer! I received numerous positive comments from my guests. If ever I have the occasion to work with Ryan again, I would not hesitate. I strongly encourage anyone to partner with him.
Singing Guitarist
Professional, delivered songs that I told him a few days before(versatility). We really loved him.
Guitarist
Ryan was able to cater to many different age groups in one performance, from seniors to their younger family members and friends at our senior living event. He was punctual, prepared, and an overall hit.
Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Ryan communicated far enough in advance for us to select acoustics from his playlist and develop a DJ list. He was proactive by recommending how to split the acoustic and DJ parts and when he would need access to setup. We didn't have to do anything except agree and answer a few questions mainly about preference. This was appreciated because we'd never seen the backyard before at our AirBnB. He called days before to review and then just showed up and performed great. And he played everything we asked for - terrific attention to detail. He was punctual, fully set up and waiting for the start. He accommodated our ad hoc speech and group Jeopardy game. Ryan was the perfect touch to a great party and we'd definitely hire him again.
Ryan was awesome! He saved us after our musician fell through three weeks before our wedding. He was happy to learn several new songs just for us, provided MANY options of songs he had already played/sang for us to add in as well. He was extremely accommodating of the very specific schedule we desired for our music (what to play when, when to stop certain songs, etc.). He showed up exactly when he said he would to our wedding, and was extremely respectful to us and our guests. He even gave a shout out to my wife and I before the last song to let everyone at the wedding know that it was “our song”, and that while his part would be done for the night, the reception would continue afterwards. We also very much enjoyed how he played and his voice! All around just a great experience and we’d be happy to have him again!
Guitarist, Wedding Singer, Singing Guitarist
Ryan was exceedingly easy to work with, responded quickly to emails and texts and tried hard to put together a repertoire we would like and enjoy. We liked having his PA system available for toasts and speeches too.
I would call on him again for future events!
Country Singer, Guitarist, Harmonica Player, Singing Guitarist
Ryan did an excellent job performing many songs suitable for our picnic crowd. He was personable and engaged well with those in attendance. A very nice person!
Singing Guitarist
Ryan was great! He kicked off our Appreciation Week activities by being/playing/singing at our bus stop hub to welcome people coming to work on Monday! Our staff loved it!
Folk Singer, Guitarist, Harmonica Player, Singing Guitarist
Ryan was great. Excellent communications leading up to the event. Asked what songs we would like to have played. Even brought an e-z up tent. I highly recommend Ryan.
Country Singer, Folk Singer, Guitarist, Harmonica Player, Rock & Roll Singer, Singing Guitarist
Ryan was perfect for our event and everyone enjoyed him!
Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Ryan did a superb job playing acoustic guitar and singing three songs at our wedding ceremony.
He was professional. Communicated well, on time and very polished.
Country Singer, Folk Singer, Guitarist, Wedding Singer, Singing Guitarist
Ryan was a hit at my wife's 30th birthday celebration. He brought his own auto equipment and microphone and his set up and tear down were a breeze- we did not have to do a thing! All of the guests and my wife commented how adding the live music to the evening really took the vibe up a notch. Ryan was great at communicating and would check in every so often prior to the event to see if I had any questions. He even provided a setlist to choose from and was able to learn a couple of songs that were not on his list that I knew my wife would enjoy. I would absolutely book Ryan again for an event in the future!
Singing Guitarist
He was great! He was super professional and worked well with the crowd we had! I’d recommend him for any family event.
Guitarist
Ryan played everything that we listen to at home. He is a true professional and very entertaining to watch!
Guitarist
Ryan sang and played guitar at a private event we held. He was very professional and easy to work with. His set list was perfect and everyone enjoyed his music!
Singing Guitarist
Ryan helped provide entertainment to our customers at an outdoor grilling event at our store. He had great communication leading up to the event, provided all of his own equipment, and was a pleasure to work with! Can't wait to work with him again in the future! Thanks, Ryan!
Singing Guitarist
Booking Info
Price Range: Negotiable
Languages: English
About
Ryan Smith is a singer / acoustic guitarist who performs a wide mix of material spanning the past six decades, all filtered through his take on Americana.
Some previous clients include Whole Foods, Yelp, Experience Columbus, Fresh Thyme Farmers Market, Greater Columbus Convention Center, Taste of Dine Originals, Lucky's Market, Thurber House and Giant Eagle Market District.
Ryan has also performed at The Ohio State Fair, Columbus Arts Festival and Comfest.
Full PA is provided at no additional charge.
Photo by Jessica Miller Photography
Upcoming Booked Events
May 31, 2025 • 2:30pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Reception |
Past Booked Events
October 29, 2024 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Halloween Party |
August 16, 2024 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
August 14, 2024 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Birthday Party |
July 20, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Camp Event |
July 19, 2024 • 2:30pm - 3:15pm | Birthday Party |
July 09, 2024 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
July 04, 2024 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Anniversary Party |
June 27, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Corporate Event |
January 26, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
November 09, 2023 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Surprise |
September 30, 2023 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Weekly/Recurring Performance |
September 27, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
September 16, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
September 03, 2023 • 6:30pm - 9:00pm | Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party |
August 10, 2023 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Personal Occasion |
June 22, 2023 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
October 20, 2022 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Grand Opening |
May 08, 2022 • 2:30pm - 7:00pm | Graduation |
February 26, 2022 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 01, 2021 • 5:00pm - 7:30pm | Rehearsal Dinner |
September 12, 2021 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
July 27, 2021 • 11:00am - 1:00pm | Cultural Event |
July 26, 2021 • 6:30am - 8:00am | Cultural Event |
July 10, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
May 23, 2021 • 10:00am - 12:00pm | Personal Occasion |
May 22, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Grand Opening |
December 12, 2020 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 25, 2020 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
September 11, 2020 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
September 06, 2020 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
November 29, 2019 • 6:30pm - 9:00pm | Cocktail Party |
June 29, 2019 • 12:30pm - 2:30pm | Corporate Event |
Set List
I have several hours of material. A sample covers list is available at my website.