Craig Elkins - Bossa, Standards, Quirky Covers
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About
I'm a guitar player and vocalist. I like to play jazz standards (think Carmen Mcrae, Mose Allison, Mel Torme), bossa nova (think Jobim, Astrud Gilberto, Elise Regina) and quirky covers (think Dusty Springfield, Dean Martin, Mac Davis). I usually play solo but also enjoy playing with an upright bass player.
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Serves Los Angeles, CA
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1 employee
26 years in business
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Wedding ceremony
Birthday party
Cocktail hour
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Music types
Band
Vocals
Guitar
Music genres
Jazz / Blues
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Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Rob R.
Mar 17, 2026
Elkins connects w/ the audience, he tells stories w/ his songs and humor in between. Very entertaining, would definitely go to see him perform again.
Elaine Z.
Mar 17, 2026
Craig is a great musician. His work makes you relate to your own experiences and you can’t stop thinking about his music after the show.
Vanessa S.
1 month ago
Craig was a crowd pleaser! We’ve worked with him multiple times and it’s always been a wonderful experience. Great musician with a dynamic personality!!!
Craig Elkins - Bossa, Standards, Quirky Covers's reply
Thanks Vanessa! ;-)
Courtney M.
Mar 18, 2026
Craig is a top-tier musician. Their Bossa Nova sets were authentic and rhythmically tight, creating that effortless, breezy atmosphere that only a true pro can pull off. When they transitioned into Jazz Standards, their phrasing and tone were impeccable. What really impressed me, though, was their creative arrangements of "quirky" covers—they took obscure songs and reimagined them in a way that was unexpected, fun, and totally engaging for the audience.
Craig Elkins - Bossa, Standards, Quirky Covers's reply
Spot on! Thanks Courtney
Cris B.
Mar 17, 2026
Craig and his group make you feel touched, understood and reflected. It’s a fun night with them!
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