Stephen Kleiman Guitar Mandolin Banjo Ukulele Reviews
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Guitarist from Norristown, PA
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Starting at $100 per hour
104 Reviews for Stephen Kleiman Guitar Mandolin Banjo Ukulele
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Review by Emily O.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on October 6, 2014•From Princeton, NJ
Review by Joanne Z.
Private Party•Reviewed on January 25, 2014•From Pocono Pines, PA
The only disappointment for our event was it would have been better if he could have moved around the dining room while playing. But he needed an electric outlet, therefore he stayed in one area.
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On my- Dear Joanne- this is the first I have heard about you wanting me to ‘move around the dinning room while playing’. We call this ‘Strolling’ in the business. I easily would have done that. Part of my winning the ‘Best of 2012’ award from Gigmasters is my ability to communicate with clients so there are no surprises on the day of the event. In all our prior E-mails ‘strolling’ was never mentioned. We talked about Repertoire, Dress and my needs for an electrical outlet for the sound system. I wish you told me that’s what you wanted. I would have brought an acoustic mandolin and absolutely have gone from table to table.
Review by kelly h.
Wedding Ceremony•Reviewed on July 5, 2013•From Kennett Square, PA
Stephen was a very talented musician. I felt that we miscommunicated quite a bit especially the day of. When we arrived, he didn't know the ceremony was outdoors, and claimed I didn't respond with my final song choices. His skill as a musician allowed him to pick up the pieces quickly and complete the ceremony. I would just recommend that during the initial "getting to know you " email that some questions should be asked based upon if the ceremony is inside or out, is there electric, can you have a chair and extension cord waiting for me, ect. This would for a much smoother transition. The guests loved his ability and the ceremony was beautiful!
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I have waited a while to respond to this 'Bride' 1) I do not charge the same price for indoor vs outdoor- SHE very cleverly never told me it was outside to avoid extra charge.( because of the extra equipment involved ) she also never e-mailed me the change in song request- I keep in touch with all clients so there are no surprises on the 'day of'- she had made changes very last minute and never bothered to inform me.3) I always carry my own stool and extension cord.- notice her last line in review-"The guests loved his ability and the ceremony was beautiful!" I have been voted 'best of' 2012,2013,2014,2015 Based on my playing and communication with the client.
Review by Andrew D.
Wedding•Reviewed on November 4, 2013•From Philadelphia, PA
He was overheard by multiple guests cursing about how much he hated working in our venue. We had him for our ceremony and cocktail hour and only had 3 song requests (Air on G, All you need is love, Cannon in D). Although we hired him months in advance, he didn't bother to learn any of the 3 songs, and completely butchered them during the ceremony. Additionally, we had to pay $150 extra for insurance since he didn't carry it. We are extremely disappointed. He sounded good during cocktail hour, but ruined the ceremony. You shouldn't agree to do a gig if you hate the venue and tell the customer the requested songs are too hard. Wish we could get our money back :(
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You have me confused w/caterer or DJ.I have a wonderful relationship w/Venue. I would never make such comments. I am a full time professional Voted best of 2012 based on positive feedback.They r common songs I play on regular basis.U have me mixed up w/lighting director/Ceremony coordinator U had long walk w/lighting cues u had to follow.I arrived early+reviewed procedures.Songs were played correctly.Most single musician do not have these policies.not cost effective explained in advance.F.I.requires additional ins.This extra ins. only comes up 1x/2x a year.That is why Gigmasters provides,such policies.Explained that u could added me for no charge 2 the caterers ins.
