Ryan Valentine Acoustic Guitarist from Brighton, CO

Ryan is a classical and fingerstyle guitar player based in Greeley, CO. He graduated from the University of Northern Colorado where he studied music business and classical guitar. In 2020, he placed 3rd in the Southard Music competition at UNC, and at the age of 21, placed first in the classical guitar category of the One World Prairie guitar competition in Cheyenne, Wyoming. He has played various venues around Colorado including Herman’s Hideaway, the Castle Rock farmer’s market in Festival park, The Toad Tavern, Solid Grounds Coffee, AfterHours Cocktail Bar, and 477 Distillery. Along with these venues, he has performed for funeral services and weddings. Most of his inspirations come from the virtuoso playing of Tommy Emmanuel, Chet Atkins, and Joe Robinson, with the solo guitar concept, flashy playing, and down to earth songs that are sweet to the ear. His unique guitar playing makes him a young new talent with much potential. Ryan will provide fitting background music and entertainment for any event with fingerstyle arrangements of popular songs, classical guitar pieces, and even original music!