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  • Classical Guitarist from Davenport, IA
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185 Reviews for Dana Starkell

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Review by Darcy J.

EventReviewed on April 24, 2012From Toledo, IA

A big thank you for the extraordinary music last Saturday. Your music and presence created an exceptional atmosphere and I am most appreciative.

Review by Suzanne L.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on February 12, 2012From Omaha, NE

We are so honored to have you play for our wedding. Thank you so very much! Lela & Beau

Review by Lisa D.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on January 17, 2012From Le Claire, IA

Thanks so much for the excellent music! The music added a perfect touch to the ceremony. It was also great to meet you - thanks again! Curt and Lisa Determan

Review by Jessica G.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on January 7, 2012From Iowa City, IA

Dana did a beautiful job at our wedding and was very professional and flexible when the weather took a turn for the worse. He changed locations quickly and provided beautiful music for our event. Our guests really enjoyed his performance, and I would recommend him to anyone looking to add music to their event.

Review by Kirsten M.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on September 30, 2011From Ladora, IA

We appreciate your wonderful music, I know Kirsten was truly looking forward to it and you did not disappoint. Thanks for all that you did. Alison

Review by Ninoska F.

WeddingReviewed on August 16, 2008From Baraboo, WI

The beautiful music was the best part of our wedding day, it really added a great vibe throughout the day. We also recieved so many compliments for having such a talented and personable musician. It was definitely the greatest and most memorable day of my life.

Review by Trista E.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on September 23, 2011From Rock Island, IL

Dana was an excellent performer! We have gotten so many compliments about how well he did, and what a wonderful addition he was to our wedding. We would recommend him to anyone who is looking for a performer. He was very professional and added that special touch we were looking for.

Review by Kiely A.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on September 23, 2011From Davenport, IA

Dana - Thanks for all your hard work to make our wedding sound perfect! Kiely & Jamie

Review by Megan G.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on October 18, 2011From Rock Island, IL

It was an absolute pleasure working with you!  Your degree of professionalism, organization, and talent couldn't have been better.  Your website was a great source for information about you and your music.  The music during the ceremony and cocktail hour was absolutely wonderful!  We received many kind compliments.  Thank you so much for helping make our wedding day truly special.

Review by Sehee F.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on August 5, 2011From Swisher, IA

Dana - We just wanted to say thank you for helping make our day special and memorable. You are a beautiful guitarist and we love listening to your music. We appreciate your patience and professionalism. Thanks again! Sincerely - Sehee & Nathan

Review by Stephanie S.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on July 3, 2011From Marengo, IA

Dana was very profession when we first talked. He was so helpful on helping us choose music for the wedding over the phone. His website was awesome and made the process so easy. He showed up on time and was very personable and kind. Dana is so talented and we enjoyed his music so much. I would hire Dana again in a heartbeat.

Review by Adam W.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on September 2, 2011From Cherokee, IA

Very pleased with our decision to use Dana Starkell to provide our ceremony music.  Not only is he a top-notch performer, but is very professional and worked well with our guests and our wedding party.  Many comments were made to us regarding how great the music was and how nice it was getting to know and converse with Dana during the reception.

Review by Laura P.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on February 2, 2012From Mount Vernon, IA

Dana Starkell was absolutely amazing. Everyone loved his music, and he was incredibly easy to work with. I cannot imagine having a more positive experience. Dana was everything we could have asked for and more. He truly helped make our wedding wonderful.

Review by Beth R.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on June 7, 2011From Iowa City, IA

Dana did a GREAT job playing the music for our ceremony. He was friendly and easy to work with. Also, was on time (early even!) for the ceremony. His music really made everything feel complete and it was just beautiful. My husband and I feel we were so lucky to be able to have him play for us and our guests. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Review by Bruce B.

Art Gallery OpeningReviewed on January 2, 2012From Muscatine, IA

Dana, thank you again for another great performance at our theatre.

Review by Celeste I.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on March 13, 2011From Davenport, IA

Truly a professional, very easy to work with and everyone loved him. Dana plays beautifully and it was even more beautiful than I imagined on my wedding day! My guests loved his music. I would highly recommend him for any event for any venue - he was very comfortable at performing a non-traditional type ceremony. Thanks Dana!

Review by Jim H.

Community EventReviewed on February 22, 2011From Red Oak, IA

The Touchstone Arts Council was very pleased with the classical guitar performance by Dana Starkell. The evening was made even more enjoyable with anecdotes of his travels. We would highly recommend Dana to anyone that is considering this type of entertainment.

Review by Arun S.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on January 16, 2011From Iowa City, IA

Dear Dana, It was lovely to have you perform at the wedding and the reception. My bridesmaid will be married in September, and wants to use the 'gymnopedie' you played for my processional at her wedding: my only regret is I wasn't able to sit down at dinner and fully appreciate the music you were playing. I know Kreso was very happy to get a chance to talk to you, and we both hope to have the pleasure of seeing you perform again. We're still wading through the wedding photographs, but I know there's a couple in there of you and I plan on sending a copy your way when we find them. Take care and Happy new Year! Arun.

Review by Lisa B.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on November 1, 2010From Amana, IA

Dana was absolutely fantastic! He was easy to communicate with and extremely accommodating. He is an incredible talent and made our wedding day that much more special. He was highly recommended to us and we will sing his praises for many years. We were just really lucky to book him and could not have been happier with his performance and talent.

Review by Lynn F.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on February 3, 2011From Solon, IA

Dana was a joy to work with from the first phone call I made to him to our farewell at the reception. He responded to all of my emails quickly and provided the feedback and recommendations I needed to complete my music request. He went above and beyond in his performance at our wedding. He was extremely professional and the set up and take down of his equipment was effortless. I have had many complements on his performance and would recommend him to anyone needing music at an event.

Review by Meghan M.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on December 24, 2010From Muscatine, IA

Dear Dana, Thank you so much for your performance, I was 100% satisfied. On a day that was so chaotic, it was so nice not to have to worry about music as well, you went with the flow and the music was beautiful.

Review by Bruce B.

Art Gallery OpeningReviewed on October 11, 2010From Muscatine, IA

Dana, you are such a superior guitarist. My audience was overwhelmed with your composure and electrifying performance at our theatre. Even though you seem laid back and really comfortable on stage you always seem to energize your beautiful instrument. That new guitar you played was amazing, it's sound is so deep and rich. Anyway, I wanted to let you know we will always bring you back for concerts here at my theatre and it's so fun to watch you add to your repertoire. Thank you Dana, I know you will be busy with your talent.

Review by Jessie C.

Wedding CeremonyReviewed on September 16, 2010From Omaha, NE

Very easy to work with, beautiful player, very accommodating!

Review by Event Coordinator U.

Grand OpeningReviewed on January 7, 2011From Clinton, IA

Afternoon performance - enjoyed the music and received several compliments!

Review by L B.

WeddingReviewed on July 19, 2008From Davenport, IA

Classical guitarist Dana Starkell performed for wedding ceremony at the River Center.