Jonathan Moody
- Denver, CO
- Singing Guitarist
- 47 Verified Bookings
Tiffany K. B. said “Jonathan was amazing. He is super talented- knows 500 plus songs of many genres. He has the best personality and delivers his music in a fun, entertaining,…”
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The press reviews on Steven King's personal website really dazzle you. We have yet to find another guitarist to match Steven's expertise, repertoire, precision, and fine musicianship. His solo guitar work, perfectly amplified not to overpower, is compelling and beautiful, and he sounds like a trio just by himself. Styles include classical, jazz, pop, rock, country, show tunes, ballroom variety.
For events and weddings, Steven plays the repertoire you want, even as a solo player. Society dinner or dance music, solo or leading his SWEET MUSIC ensemble for reception, cocktails, even ballroom dance, with a big complete sound, Steven is your best choice.
Steven was a joy to have at our party and really made it something special.
incredible talented playing, and he even learned new songs to play exactly like the videos we sent him played it. He made great independent choices on what to play before the ceremony and at our reception. Guests were pleased.
Response from Steven King, full variety guitarist &/or Sweet Music band:
Thanks boss! I live for making sweet music that touches hearts. I am always adding repertoire and arranging a wide variety of music for solo fingerstyle guitar. And, as you know, I play all 12 notes!
Steven was perfect! He worked with me on the details of my surprise. He was responsive to messages. I'm so happy I hired him. Thank you so much Steven for all your help! I highly recommend Steven for your event! He is a word class musician that will make your time special.
Stephen is a very talented man. And he is also very nice. Would highly recommend him.
Steven was great from start to finish. Excellent communication early on, arrived early, knew exactly how to perform based on the group and surroundings. Highly recommend, would use again.
Steven did a wonderful job at our retirement party. The music was wonderful and he is so accommodating and seems to 'read' the crowd so well. Many folks had very complimentary things to say. We were very happy to have him there.
Response from Steven King, full variety guitarist &/or Sweet Music band:
nothing to add really, it's all true.
Steven King was perfect for our Christmas dinner party. Many of our guests commented Mr. King was their favorite entertainment of all the years we've had our Christmas party!
Loved the selection he played. Very good and personable. Interacted great with the guests. Would definitely recommend.
Response from Steven King, full variety guitarist &/or Sweet Music band:
Thanks Richard. SK
Steven King was "FANTASTIC" with his sweet soft guitar playing. From Steven's easy-listening sets, one could get thrills from his supple melodic work, his precise runs, and his occasionally offkilter surprises. The warm, seductive tones Steven King gets from his guitar are quite beguiling, as well. One could call Steven's guitar playing a seminar on how to attract a listener’s ears with subtle beauty, rather than brashnesse. Steven was also gracious enough to extend his stay and entertain all in attendance with his wonderful guitar playing than was originally agreed to.
Response from Steven King, full variety guitarist &/or Sweet Music band:
Thanks Jim! Happy to serve. SK
Steven played at the 95th Anniversary Dinner for the VFW Post 889 in Coeur D'Alene. The music selection was excellently chosen for the people attending and well played. It was not overly loud where people couldn't talk and socialize, but you always heard beautiful music playing in the background. Absolutely lovely. There was also a nice array of patriotic songs as well that Steven played at the appropriate times. Steven seemed to know exactly when to bring that into the mix.
It's been two days since Steven played at our event, and we have gotten excellent feedback from those in attendance. We look forward to working with Steven again for future events. This gentleman is a very accomplished musician.
Steven was awesome. He is very talented and knew exactly what kind of music to play for my Mom's birthday. All of the guests commented on the entertainment. Thank you!
Response from Steven King, full variety guitarist &/or Sweet Music band:
Thanks Anji. It was a joy to play and sing for your mom, and family. Steven
Price Range: $150 and up.
Gig Length: 15 - 300 minutes
Languages: English
Unions: AFM
• Your ensemble is led by master guitarist Steven King, International Fingerstyle Championship winner!
• Microphones and PA system, so music, speeches and toasts are heard and appreciated.
• Non-overbearing emcee service, guiding scheduled events smoothly to keep your timing as planned.
• Early arrival and set up so you know everything is perfectly on schedule. Never a set up fee.
• Professional musicians that can play classical, jazz, rock, swing, country, ballroom, latin, ethnic, & broadway.
• Your musicians are dressed in tuxedos and black tie, unless you prefer a more casual or theme attire.
• Atmosphere MP3 music played softly on breaks when requested. We have music or you can supply it.
• A repertoire that is UNMATCHED in the industry. If you don't see your special song on our website list, just ask!
• You may peruse our web song list and formulate ALL the music we will play, or let us choose from your styles.
• Optional cocktail music segment with Fingerstyle Champion Steven King on solo guitar.
• Your choice of instrumental dance music, atmosphere music, or include female and male vocals with harmony.
• Hire your Steven King reception band and you get a discount on your ceremony music.
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Steven King, World-acclaimed champion Solo Fingerstyle Guitarist, and his dance band “Sweet Music” is unmatched in variety repertoire & expert musicianship, with a mix of contemporary, jazz, show tunes, classical and big band swing, and covers dance music from the 1920’s through the 90's.
Available for ceremony, cocktails and reception dance music. Wedding Music Specialists, both ceremony & reception! Sweet Music will bring back your cherished childhood and school memories with his selections of music from past eras... songs to make your guests and relatives want to sing along and dance! Whether solo, duo, trio, quartet or quintet, SWEET MUSIC ensemble, will charm and entertain!
Solo Guitar accomplishments:
Winner of the coveted World Fingerstyle Championship, Winfield KS 1994;
21 CDs recorded and sold online, many still in print via CD Baby, iTunes. etc.
ACTUAL PRESS ACCOLADES:
"I've never heard anyone play bass lines, chords and melodies simultaneously, with such precision, as Steven King..." -Wayne Johnson, guitarist for the Manhattan Transfer.
"...I wrote 33 articles for ‘Guitar Player.’ I have more than 8,800 jazz guitar recordings and nearly 2000 jazz guitar videos...I feel qualified in saying Steven King is the greatest solo guitarist I’ve ever seen or heard!" -Robert Yelin, music professor and Guitar Player Magazine columnist
"And I thought Joe Pass had chops… Now, along comes King, transforming his lone guitar into an even fuller ensemble capable of playing more complicated arrangements…He has no apparent peers..." - Dirk Sutro, former jazz critic for the Los Angeles Times; author of Jazz for Dummies; and host of "The Lounge"
on KPBS-FM San Diego.
"...If you want to literally hear John and Paul's (The BEATLES) voices in the guitar strings and again, exquisitely well-played guitar music, put on any one of the Steven King CDs. You will not be disappointed by any of these CD's" .-web review published article "Four Fabulous guitarists play the FAB FOUR!" By James R. Webb
"It’s hard to top Steven King... He knocked us silly with solo acoustic renditions of the Benny Goodman staple 'Sing, Sing, Sing' and Dave Brubeck's odd-meter workout 'Blue Rondo A La Turk'." - Guitar Player Magazine
I have the "technical" stuff covered. I bring love of music, appreciation and joy, and love of people. I know that since I sincerely feel these things myself, and since I so enjoy playing good music and creating a wonderful ambiance and sound, that it helps make my music enchanting and uplifting. I am also very particular about playing very fine instruments, using fine sounding amplifiers, making the sound as amazingly good as I can.
August 06, 2022 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
June 25, 2022 • 2:30pm - 3:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
December 31, 2021 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Dinner Party |
December 31, 2021 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Surprise |
June 27, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | House Party |
June 14, 2021 • 5:00pm - 9:30pm | Anniversary Party |
May 22, 2021 • 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
September 14, 2019 • 10:00am - 12:00pm | Personal Occasion |
May 19, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Retirement Party |
December 01, 2018 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
June 01, 2018 • 6:30pm - 9:00pm | Retirement Party |
July 01, 2017 • 8:00pm - 9:00pm | Wedding Reception |
February 04, 2017 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Birthday (Adult) |
My repertoire is unmatched, as far as I have seen, by any other musician. You may peruse the song list on my website and that will give you a good portion of what I can play.
Steven King | Solo Guitar &/or Band Leader |
Bach (and most other great classical composers), Gershwin, Porter, Miller, Goodman, Beatles, Gillespie, Wonder, CSN, Manhattan Transfer, Jerry Reed, Joe Pass, Loesser, Irving Berlin, Tommy Gumina
electricity, whenever possible.
Tiffany K. B. said “Jonathan was amazing. He is super talented- knows 500 plus songs of many genres. He has the best personality and delivers his music in a fun, entertaining,…”
Eileen D. P. said “Rusty performed several folk songs with local historical value at a challenging venue - convention center main foyer - and he did it very well! Highly…”
Brad W. said “What an amazing vibe for making our wedding day such a memorable experience! Arrived on time, setup quick, compiled a perfect playlist for cocktail hour,…”
Joseph P. said “We have flown Tucker to Oklahoma for the Big Om Yoga Retreat for years now. He brings a great energy to our retreat, he helps us set up the sound, and…”