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Tai Shan
- Nashville, TN
- Singing Guitarist
- Travels up to 500 miles
- $150 and up
Overview
Tai Shan has a confident, breezy, vivid, Adele meets Colbie Caillat vibe. She excels at providing a family-friendly setlist with covers and originals perfect for walking down the aisle or during a cocktail party. As a songwriter, she has been commissioned to write personal songs for weddings, anniversaries, and other live events. Tai performs in a Duo with her husband Austin. Creating a full sound for Weddings, Corporate events and house shows. CultureMob raves "Tai Shan sings as if the world was unaware of beauty, and it is her task to describe it. She knows each goosebump-raising frequency, and proves that whole worlds can exist in a five-minute song."
Tai can play solo or with a Duo!
31 Reviews
Tai was extremely good at keeping in touch with me. I never had to prod her to communicate. She's very talented and professional. Her performance added great ambiance to our exhibit hall lunch.
Americana Band
Response from Tai Shan:
Anita
Thank you for your review. Working with you was an absolute joy. You are organized and easy to work with. Performing at the exhibit hall went smooth and was well recieved by your attendees. Thank you for all the work you do and for having us.
-Tai
Tai and her husband, Austin played for our intimate wedding celebration of 60 people on Vashon Island and they knocked it out of the park! All of my guests commented on how beautiful Tai's voice is. Tai was so easy to work with and was always willing to help us come up with the vision for our day. We couldn't have asked for anything better. She took our requests and sent us sample files so we could listen to our first dance and other songs beforehand, which was helpful and of course sounded beautiful. She was very quick to respond and always had thoughtful advice/suggestions. She has a wide range of talent including fun, upbeat dance songs as well. Overall, she helped to make it an unbelievable evening and for a price that seemed well below what she deserved!
Wedding Singer
Tai and Austin played music for our morning ceremony. They came on time and prepared and were a dream to work with!
They learned a few specific songs, but everything they played was beautiful. They accommodated all of our wishes, including a kazoo parade around the park!
Tai has the voice of an angel and it was a joy to have them be a part of our big day
Acoustic Band, Folk Band, Folk Singer, Singer/Songwriter, Wedding Singer, Singing Guitarist
Response from Tai Shan:
You are so welcome. Your ceremony made me cry! It was so beautiful
We were honored to have Tai Shan perform the National Anthem at the 2024 World Firefighter Challenge Championship Event in Nashville, TN. Hundreds of firefighters from around the world celebrated her beautiful voice and rendition of The Star-Spangled Banner.
Singer/Songwriter
I hired Tai to play for my proposal to my fiancé. It was perfect! Tai was incredible.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Tai Shan:
You went above and beyond to make your proposal magical for your partner. I was so impressed! You were easy to work with too. I appreciate your trust in me to learn the songs you wanted, be there when you needed me and make it as magical as possible. Yay to teamwork. I am so thankful to be there on your special day! Remember I play weddings so be in touch if you want me back to play for your ceremony or cocktail hour. I would be honored!
Tai was super amazing and awesome to work with. Her voice is absolutely beautiful. I booked her for a surprise Birthday brunch for my beautiful cousins birthday. Tai walked in singing and playing her guitar and it was no dry eyes in my home. Tears of joy flowing. We surely needed it. They are still talking about how awesome Tai was. We recently lost my Gorgeous Mom and Tai brought all the love and joy with her. She even had shakers that we all got to use during a few songs. It was incredible. I will be booking her again. Thank you beautiful Tai for blessing us with your voice. We will always remember that moment.
Singing Guitarist
Very friendly, on time, great music! We got so many compliments from our guests. Would definitely recommend and book again.
Cover Band, Party Band, Pop Singer, Singing Guitarist
Response from Tai Shan:
Chris,
You were an absolute joy to work with! You had clear communication, helpful direction and your guests were wonderful.
I’m so glad everything worked out perfectly!
-Tai
Tai Shan performed at the Props2 Launch Party, and we had so many people tell us they loved her and Austin's performance. They did an amazing job and are perfect for any event!
Cover Band, Easy Listening Band
Response from Tai Shan:
Madison thank you for having us. It was a joy to work with you and be apart of an amazing launch!
We had the pleasure of booking of Tai and Austin, They were a pleasure to work with, we met theme in Nashville on one of their gigs, and communicated frequently. Tai wanted to ensure we had a great experience and was very detailed. Tai was a pleasure to work with and we would recommend them
Folk Singer, Guitarist
The girl I'm dating loves 80's music and so I called Tai and asked for some 80's songs and for her to come up to Love Circle to perform 3 songs for us on short notice. She did amazing. The sun was blaring down and oppressing all of us, but she looked unphased as she performed. I would definitely hire her again.
Guitarist, Pop Singer, Singing Guitarist
Response from Tai Shan:
Will
That sure was a hot day. But what a wonderful surprise for your sweetheart! Well done!
-Tai
I hired Tai Shan for a surprise birthday telegram . I wanted 2 specific songs played and she knew exactly what i was going for and replied back with a great plan. She played guitar and sang and she even had her husband come along who is also a singer and trumphet player. They were very professional and super nice people. My husband was surprised and really enjoyed it!
1960s Era Entertainment, 1990s Era Entertainment, Singing Guitarist
Response from Tai Shan:
Emily,
What a joy it was surprising your husband on his birthday. You had great ideas vision of how you wanted to surprise him so it made it really easy for Austin and me to practice and create the perfect singing telegram. Hurray!
Having Tai Shan and Austin play an intimate set in our art gallery was, in a word, Unforgettable. I had invited a group with an age range between 12 and my Grandma at 99, and Tai had EVERYONE completely engaged the whole time, laughing, teary-eyed, and singing along. She and Austin have a delightful way of inviting you in to their lives and love in a personal way, with stories, anecdotes, etc., but we all had the feeling that we had experienced - and been a part of - a making of magic right there, in that room that night! How often do we all get that kind of authentic experience?? I heard from so many in the days afterwards, how much they had enjoyed the evening and how special it was..
I couldn't recommend this experience enough, not to mention, hosting the concert was literally as easy as falling off a log. Tai and Austin had every little thing dialed, from invite timeline reminders and templates, to complete organization and flow on the day of. My few responsibilities as the host were clear and easy to hit. Their professionalism and clear mastery of talent and material, meant I and all my guests could just put a pause on life and sit back and relax, basking in the joy only live, incredible musicians can bring. Thank you so much, you two. All the good feelings are coming back, just writing this!
Acoustic Band, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Tai was not only a talented singer/songwriter, she was helpful in putting some finishing touches on our event! I forgot to get lighting for the stage and she had what we needed. She was easy to talk to, very friendly and her performance was fantastic. She was able to bring her husband, Austin, so we had an amazing duet! I would highly recommend Tai.
Singer/Songwriter
Response from Tai Shan:
Vance
I feel like I have met a friend for life. What a joy it was playing for your community. You bring such good into the world with your kindness and care. I want to present shows with you to amazing people all the time. It truly is amazing what we can accomplish when we work together! Thank you for working with me.
-Tai
Having Tai Shan perform at our corporate event was great!!! This was the first time we used a live performer and we would certainly use her again.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Tai Shan:
Kevin,
Playing for your event was a joy! Austin and I had a blast and were so thankful to take part in thanking your customers. We would work with you and your team again in a heartbeat!
We opened our garage to our neighborhood and had an AMAZING turnout for an unbelievable show! Tai and Austin were magical. And so prepared: They brought everything. The audio was perfect. I loved the custom lighting! Our neighbors are requesting them to come back and perform next summer. Thank you both! We love you!
Acoustic Band, Composer, Folk Singer, Singer/Songwriter, Soul Singer, Singing Guitarist
We were interested in live, acoustic indie music and Tai fit the description perfectly for us! We listed to the audio samples and knew that was what we wanted for our event. I can tell you that she is even more amazing live! We commissioned a few of our favorite songs for the ceremony and she performed them beautifully! During the cocktail hour she curated a wonderful set of love songs that everyone enjoyed! Many of our guests complimented us on the ceremony and cocktail hour music but all that credit goes to Tai!! She truly is amazing and very, very talented. Thank you again!!
1990s Era Entertainment, 2000s Era Entertainment, Folk Singer, Wedding Singer, Singing Guitarist
Before hiring Tai, I had a vision of how I wanted to propose to my girlfriend. Tai made my vision come to life. Living in Indiana and making the trip to Tennessee to propose not knowing what to expect was a little scary but Tai handled everything, I mean everything! She went above and beyond to make this night special. You would have to see the pictures to believe it! Her musical talent is off the charts and she nailed the songs I asked her to sing. I will have to say she was worth a lot more than we had to pay and worth every penny. Tai handled the flowers, the lighting, the decorating, scheduling and worked with the photographer so I didn't have to worry about anything. I can't thank you enough for making the woman of my dreams so happy! You are the best!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Tai Shan:
I loved I mean LOVED working on this proposal with you. You were easy to work with, honest about what you needed and wanted and by the time you walked her up I literally heard her gasp. That’s the goal to take someone’s breath away and thanks to you we did just that. Many happy years are ahead of you two.
If your looking for musicians that deliver an exceptional & engaging performance than Tai & Austin are an outstanding choice. I had the pleasure of working with them to deliver a performance in one of the community homeless shelters. I had less than 24 hours to secure a musician and they graciously stepped in and were wonderful to work with. Tai was professional and timely in her correspondence with me and was willing to be flexible and adjust the selection of music to deliver the best performance for the audience. They engaged the audience throughout the performance and delivered a performance that the audience enjoyed! I would highly recommend using Tai & Austin for any event!
Acoustic Band, Folk Singer, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Original music, polished professionalism, and universally appealing material.
Singer/Songwriter
We used a house concert with Tai and Austin as an opportunity to throw a meet-our-neighbors party, and the night absolutely could not have gone better. Their music, in addition to being original, creative and uplifting, appeals across all generations. Their multi-voice, multi-instrument set gave the show a "big-time" feel. They both are great performers and played off one another in a matter that made the audience happy and comfortable being together, regardless of whether they were sitting next to strangers or longtime friends. Our alley garage overflowed with sound and smiles, and at the end of the night we received endless thanks from all who attended.
Americana Band, Folk Band, Folk Singer, Singer/Songwriter
Response from Tai Shan:
Dan
We are so thrilled the night went so well. We had the best time.
I had Tai Shan come over for a home concert to celebrate my birthday with friends and family. It was a night everyone is still talking about. We had so much fun listening, singing, laughing and spending time together. Everyone enjoyed the variety of songs played and there was a little something for everyone. It is a night we will not forget.
Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Tai Shan's trio performed for our 250 person event. Everybody loved them! Perfect blend of upbeat, yet low key for people mixing. Tai was wonderful to work with and very accommodating. I highly recommend them.
Singing Guitarist
Tai Shan and Austin helped us make our family reunion a very special one. Not only are they very warm and personable but they are very talented musicians! We so appreciated them for accommodating songs that we had requested and engaged the audience throughout the evening. Thank you very much for the wonderful memories!
Singer/Songwriter
Impressed!! Great mix of music for all!! Entertaining and professional! We had 200 guest that loved the music!! Loved that Tai Shan donated her time to our non profit fundraiser! 5+Stars!!!
Folk Singer
Tai and Austin were absolutely the perfect touch to a perfect day! Tai’s voice is so beautiful and the combination of her and Austin even better! Everyone at the party commented on how perfect they were! Easy to work with and followed my requests to the tee! Can’t wait for another party to have them out again! Thank you so very much!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Tai Shan:
Your birthday was a blast. We were honored to be a part of it Aimee!
Plus your chicken piccata was incredible!!!
I am SO happy that I went with Tai for our ceremony and cocktail hour musician - she is so amazing - beyond talented, super responsive, and incredibly nice. My husband and I went into hiding during our cocktail hour, so I didn't get to hear her during that time, but Tai helped make our ceremony so incredibly special. We chose 2 songs that she learned for us and then picked the recessional song from a list she offers. It really was so amazing and exactly what we wanted. Thank you so much, Tai - couldn't be happier!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Tai Shan:
Caroline
What a joy it was playing for your special day. Your vows made me cry.
I wish you and your husband many long successful years.
-Tai
Tai and Austin sang really well and kept the kids entertained! Everyone loved them.
If you want someone who is professional, kind, incredibly talented, and who puts an amazing amount of care and effort into your show, then you have no choice but to hire Tai. I wanted to surprise my girlfriend for her birthday with a special moment at the park. Tai helped to make it perfect by creating the most wonderful romantic environment before we arrived and sang sweet, soulful, flawless renditions of her favorite songs. I was blown away by how much thought and care she put into my event. I want to hire her for every event I ever host and you should too.
Singing Guitarist
Tai Shan was very easy to work with and fulfilled her role for our event perfectly and as promised. Tai understands the business environment required and didn't overpower, yet added a delightful ambiance to our event. Tai will be our go-to musician for similar future needs.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Tai Shan:
You are a joy to work with. Thank you Ric!
Tai Shan was fabulous. We hired her for my daughters 9th Birthday party.
She really connected with the kids and was extremely talented. Thank-You Tai!
Singer/Songwriter
Response from Tai Shan:
Angela,
It was an honor working with your daughter. Wow, she has a lovely voice and I was honored to teach her a chord and have her play Roar for all her friends and family. What a treat to be present at her first gig!
Our guests really enjoyed Tai's performance. After her show, we were told we were two-for-two on booking music in our tasting room. Tai was professional and stayed in communication with us through the entire booking and pre-performance process. Thanks Tai!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Tai Shan:
Jeff
You are a joy to work for. I'm happy to come back anytime.
Booking Info
Price Range: $150 and up
Gig Length: 20 - 240 minutes
What to Expect
Tai will arrive an hour early with all the gear you need. She will be able to setup without interupting. She will play 50 min sets for us to 4 hours. breaking every hour for a 10 minute break. She will provide music that fits the venue and is perfect for wedding processionals and cocktail hour.
About
ABOUT:
Tai Shan is an Americana songwriter whose music has been featured in Billboard Magazine, American Songwriter, Americana UK, and on NPR. Based out of Nashville, her songwriting focuses on positive messages. Her song, “Burn it Down” celebrates 100 years since the “right to vote” and was featured in Billboard Magazine. A magna cum laude graduate of Cornish College of the Arts, Tai Shan and her husband Austin who beatboxes and plays trumpet as the other half of the group toured the United States, Mexico, and Canada, performed for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and at the famous Bluebird Café in Nashville.
An Arts- trained classical and jazz composer, Tai is known for her incredible versatility, in both music and subject matter. Though she has plenty of her own life stories to draw from—including singing for the Pope, watching all of her belongings ignite in a house fire, playing a music tour through Yellowstone National Park, and teaching music at Seattle’s Museum of Pop Culture (Mo-Pop), Dusty Strings, and Seattle Girls School—Tai prefers to mine literature. She’s penned over 50 songs, in collaboration with Bushwick Book Club, that give musical voice to literary characters and immerse the audience in the story, the same way a novel does. In 2016, Tai was awarded a Jack Straw Cultural Center artist recording grant to complete her third album, Meet in the Middle.
AWARDS:
Josie Award - RISING STAR OF THE YEAR
Nominated for the Josie Awards' SONG OF THE YEAR (POP/SINGLE SONGWRITER) for Lighthouse Heart written by me and produced by Pal Sheldon
Nominated for The Josie Awards' SONGWRITER ACHIEVEMENT For How it Flew which I wrote with Hal ODell and produced with Neilson Hubbard
Finalist of the USA Songwriting Competition
Finalist of the Jane Title Memorial Songwriting Contest
Jack Straw Cultural Center Grant Recipient
Additional Booking Notes
Tai will need access to a electrical hookup for outdoor events an extension chord is required.
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
May 11, 2024 • 12:00pm - 12:45pm | Holiday Party |
March 09, 2024 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Engagement |
November 24, 2023 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
September 29, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
March 20, 2020 • 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Fundraiser |
November 07, 2019 • 7:00pm - 10:30pm | Launch Party |
June 20, 2019 • 5:30pm - 5:45pm | Birthday Party |
March 11, 2019–May 26, 2019 • 12:00am - 12:00pm | On Tour! |
November 24, 2018 • 10:30am - 10:45am | Birthday Party |
November 15, 2018 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Corporate Event |
September 21, 2018 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | House Concert |
September 20, 2018 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Corporate Event |
August 16, 2018 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Personal Occasion |
July 22, 2018 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | House Party |
July 18, 2018 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
January 20, 2018 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Children's Birthday Party |
September 25, 2017 • 8:00pm - 8:15pm | Personal Occasion |
July 22, 2017 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
July 14, 2017 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Birthday (Child) |
November 18, 2016 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Convention/Trade Show |
April 16, 2016 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Nightclub Event |
December 04, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Town Hall Seattle |
November 16, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | The Sunset Tavern |
October 31, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Hale's Brewery |
October 29, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Hotel Hotel Cafe |
Set List
Each set list is a blend of Top cover songs and original music.
Adele – Make You Feel My Love
Adele- Rolling in the Deep
Alison Krauss- I’ll Fly away
Alison Krauss- When you Say Nothing At All
Animals- House of the Rising Sun
Beach Boys- Don’t Worry Baby
Beatles – All You Need Is Love
Beatles- Across the Universe
Beatles- Blackbird
Beatles - Come Together
Beatles- Eight Days a Week
Beatles –In My Life
Beatles – Hey Jude
Big & Rich- Lost in this Moment
Bill Withers - Ain’t No Sunshine
Bill Withers - Lean On Me
Bob Dylan- Don’t Think Twice
Bob Dylan- Blowing in the Wind
Bob Marley – Three Little Birds
Bobby McFarren – Don’t Worry Be Happy
Bon Iver – Skinny Love
Bonnie Raitt- I can’t Make You Love Me
Bright Eyes – First Day of My Life
Britney Spears- Hit me Baby
Bruno Mars - Count on Me
Bruno Mars- Marry Me
Celine Dion- My Heart Will Go On
Christina Perry – A Thousand Years
Christina Perry – Jar Of Hearts
Colbie Caillat- Bubbly
Colbie Caillat- Brighter than the Sun
Coldplay – The Scientist
Coldplay- Fix You
Death Cab For Cutie – I Will Follow You into the Dark
Deana Carter- Strawberry Wine
Dixie Chicks- Traveling Solider
Dolly Parton – Jolene
The Eagles – Hotel California
Ed Sheeran – Perfect
Ed Sheeran- Thinking Out Loud
Edith Piaf- La Vie en Rose
Ella Fitgerald – Summertime
Ellie King- Ex’s and Oo’s
Elvis Presley – Can't Help Falling In Love With You
Elvis Presley –- Blue Christmas
Eric Clapton - The Way you Look Tonight
Etta James – At Last
Fleetwood Mac –Little Lies
Fleetwood Mac –Say That you Love me
Fleetwood Mac – Landslide
Frank Sinatra – The Way You Look Tonight
Frank Sinatra – Fly My To The Moon
Frank Sinatra – Someone To Watch Over Me
Frank Sinatra – Young at Heart
Frank Sinatra – Moon River
Gillian Welch- Miss Ohio
Gnarls Barkley – Crazy
Gotye – Someone that I Used to Know
Gregory And the Hawk Boats and Birds
Grease- The One that I Want
Green Day- Time of your Life
Hank Williams- Hey Good Looking
Hank Williams- Lonesome Whistle
Howie Day – Collide
Imagine Dragons- Beliver
Imaine Dragons– Radioactive
Ingrid Michealson – You and I
Iron and Wine- Flightless Bird American Mouth
Israel K – Somewhere Over the Rainbow
Jack Johnson – Upside Down
Janis Joplin – Me and Bobby Mcgee
James Taylor - How Sweet It Is
James Taylor - Fire And Rain
Jason Mraz – I’m Yours
Jason Mraz- I won’t Give Up
Jason Mraz- Lucky
Jeff Buckley – Hallelujah
Jody Adams – Amazing Grace
Jo Dee Messina- Heads Carolina, Tails California
Johnny Cash- Ring of Fire
John Denver- Country Roads
John Denver- Annie’s Song
John Denver- This Old Guitar
John Pardi- Head Over Boots
John Prine- Angel from Montgomery
The Judds- Grandpa
Justin Bieber – Love Yourself
Katy Perry- The One Who Got Away
Katy Perry- Teenage Dream
Katy Perry- Firework
Kermit the Frog – Rainbow Connection
Lenard Cohen- Hallelujah
Lily Allen – Little Things
Louis Armstrong - Wonderful World
The Lumineers – Ho Hey
Micheal Jackson- Billie Jean
Megan Trainor - All About that Bass
Monster and Men- Dirty Paws
Miranda Lambert – Momma’s Broken Heart
Norah Jones – Don’t Know Why
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band – Fishing in the Dark
Oasis – Wonderwall
One Direction – Little Things
One Republic- Counting Stars
Otis Redding – Sitting on a Dock of the Bay
Patsy Cline- Crazy
Patsy Cline- Walking After Midnight
Passenger – Let Her Go
Paramore – Only Exception
Plain White Tees – Hey There Delilah
The Postal Service – Such Great Heights
Phillip Phillips – Home
Queen- Crazy Little Thing Called Love
Rachel Platten- Fight Song
Radiohead – Creep
Ray Lamontagne – Trouble
Ronettes- Be My Little Baby
Roy Orbison- Pretty Woman
Sia- Chandelier
Swell Seasons- Falling Slowly
Sting- Fields of Gold
Stevie Wonder- For Once in my Life
T Carter - Daddy’s Little Angel
Taylor Swift- 15
Taylor Swift- Our Song
Taylor Swift- Back to December
Taylor Swift- I Knew You Were Trouble
Taylor Swift –Shake it Off
Taylor Swift –Stay Stay Stay
The Temptations - Stand By Me
Tom Petty – Free Falling
Tom Petty- I Won’t Back Down
Tracy Chapman – Fast Car
Train- Marry Me
Train – Soul Sister
Van Morrison – Brown Eyed Girl
Vance Joy – RipTide
Wicked- Defying Gravity
Wizard of Oz- Somewhere Over the Rainbow
Yeah Yeah Yeah - Hysteric
Kids Music:
Kiss the Girl
Baby Mine
Originals Music
How Far I’ll Go
Rainbow Connection
Peter Pan
Before the dawn
Love
Meet in the middle
She Can’t Love you Back
That’s it
Aint it Wonderful
Big Bad
8:45
Fighting Yourself
Mary’s Song
Stubborn Girls
Anything is Possible
Oldest Lullaby
This love is changing us
Cool to be Weird
Stone Cold Statues
All we Know is Now
Influences & Inspiration
Bonnie Raitt
Adele
Fleetwood Mac
Jewel