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Neil Dixon Smith Classical Guitarist from Chicago, IL

Will travel up to 200 miles

  • Avg 5.0 | 62 Reviews
  • 88 Verified Bookings
  • Member Since 2010
  • 8 Awards & Badges
  • Virtual Services Offered
  • Accepts Online Payment
  • Starting at $250 per event

About Vendor 

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I am a solo classical guitarist based in Chicago. I've been performing professionally since 2004 for all sort of events, parties and get-togethers: private dinner/cocktail parties, banquets, corporate receptions, gallery openings, memorial services, weddings, and increasingly, concert performances. At the core of what I do, I perform a unique repertoire of classical, popular and folkloric music of Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Cuba, Mexico, Peru, Venezuela, etc.), stemming from a longtime apprenticeship with a master guitarist from Chile. I can play sets of "high energy" music for cocktail parties, as well as more "mellow" sounds for background music for dinner. I consider myself to be a very empathetic musician as a background music artist, playing to the energy of the room. I love playing for weddings, and I'm equally comfortable performing traditional wedding music as I am more non-traditional choices - including learning any requests you might have for ceremony music. For events and parties, I'm happy doing 50-minute sets with 10 minute breaks. Three sets is common, four is no problem! My ethos is always to "play to the event, not the clock". If you are further interested in my music, I hope you might check out my debut solo guitar album, The Panamericanist. I love what I do, and I think you'll enjoy my friendly positive demeanor and professionalism as much as my musicianship. Thank you for your consideration!

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Review by Lisa P.

Wedding ReceptionReviewed on January 14, 2022From Milwaukee, WI

Unfortunately, we had to cancel our event because many family members came down with Covid right before. Neil was very professional and understanding. If we reschedule, I would happily hire him again. Thank you.

Review by Jenifer H.

Bridal ShowerReviewed on June 20, 2021From Waukesha, WI

Beautiful music! Very friendly and professional. Setup on time. Highly recommend!

Review by Aparna M.

Birthday Party (Adult)Reviewed on July 12, 2020From Chicago, IL

Neil was fantastic! He was so accommodating and flexible with us. He arrived early, played such beautiful songs, kept the vibe of a very small gathering going and was so professional.

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Song List 

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  • Canon in D | Johann Pachelbel
  • Bridal Chorus | Richard Wagner
  • Wedding March | Felix Mendelssohn
  • Over the Rainbow | Harold Arlen
  • Recuerdos de la Alhambra | Francicso Tarrega
  • Lagrima | Francisco Tarrega
  • Romanza | (anonymous)
  • La Malagueña Salerosa | (traditional)
  • Son de la Loma | Miguel Matamoros
  • Lagrimas Negras | Miguel Matamoros
  • La Flor de la Canela | Chabuca Granda
  • Granada | Augustin Lara
  • One Note Samba | Antonio Carlos Jobim
  • Girl from Ipanema | Antonio Carlos Jobim
  • Desafinado | Antonio Carlos Jobim
  • Manha de Carnaval | Luis Bonfa
  • La Cumparsita | Matos Rodriquez
  • El Choclo | Angel Villoldo
  • Lamento Borincano | Rafael Hernández Marín
  • Uno | Mariano Mores

Booked Events 

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Upcoming Events

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Past Events

August 18, 2022 • Community Event
Thu5:00 PM - 6:30 PM McHenry, IL
July 30, 2022 • Private Party
Sat6:30 PM - 9:00 PM Evanston, IL
December 30, 2021 • Wedding Reception
Thu6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Milwaukee, WI
October 28, 2021 • Trade Show
Thu5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Chicago, IL
June 19, 2021 • Bridal Shower
Sat12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Waukesha, WI
September 19, 2020 • Birthday Party (Adult)
Sat5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Saint Charles, IL
July 11, 2020 • Birthday Party (Adult)
Sat3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Chicago, IL
February 15, 2020 • Wedding
Sat4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Oconomowoc, WI
January 18, 2020 • Birthday Party (Adult)
Sat7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Highwood, IL
October 13, 2019 • Wedding
Sun4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Rockton, IL
October 12, 2019 • Wedding
Sat3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Brownsburg, IN
September 14, 2019 • Wedding
Sat12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Naperville, IL

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