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About
Elevate your event with a musician who understands that true luxury entertainment complements your vision rather than competing with it.
As a Berklee-trained professional mentored by legends like John Mayer and Paul Simon, Dylan Galvin provides a seamless, all-in-one solution that typically requires three separate vendors—roaming acoustic instrumentals for "Old World" elegance, engaging vocals for networking, and a high-energy DJ-style flow to close the night. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and iconic venues like the Waldorf Astoria, Dylan utilizes a careful approach to intuitively read your room and amplify the energy without ever overpowering the conversation.
By eliminating the friction of multiple contracts and providing a flawless, stress-free execution, he ensures that your only responsibility is to enjoy the moment and your guests’ inevitable question: “Where in the world did you find him?”
Overview
Hired 19 times
Serves Washington, DC
Background checked
1 employee
17 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2023
Services offered
Music types
Event type
Wedding reception
Wedding ceremony
Birthday party
Cocktail hour
Music genres
Pop / top 40
Rock / classic rock
Covers
Variety
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Exceptional 5.0
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Mo
Apr 24, 2026
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From Google
I met Dylan during a gala in a Reston. He played great music and kept everyone engaged and upbeat. I got an opportunity to speak with him and he knows how to balance the energy of the crowd so that it does not overwhelm the crowd. He has been playing since 2009 which really shows!
Rachael S.
Apr 25, 2026
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From Google
Dylan was absolutely amazing at our school gala and auction. He played stationary to start and then walked around the crowd and got everyone energized. He played instrumental and sang as well - he can do it all! Set a great tone for the evening!
Krissy Z.
Jul 6, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Dylan Galvin was a fantastic addition to our Fourth of July company party! His guitar playing set the perfect tone for the event—festive, fun, and engaging. Guests really enjoyed his performance, especially when he walked around and interacted with the crowd. Dylan brought great energy and was incredibly professional. We highly recommend him for any event looking for live music with personality and talent!
Details: General event / party • 51 - 75 guests • 12 years old or younger • 13 - 17 years old • 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • Guitar • Vocals • Pop / top 40 • Rock / classic rock • Covers • Outdoors
Music Entertainment
Meredith H.
Oct 20, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
We were so lucky to hire Dylan to perform at our intimate gathering celebrating our 10 year anniversary! He was a joy to work with from the moment we spoke. He was prompt with responses and created the most amazing ambiance for our celebration. From soft background music, to "get on the dancefloor", he nailed it all and knew exactly when to shift the mood. We couldn't have asked for more - thank you Dylan!
Details: General event / party • 25 guests or fewer • 31 - 50 years old • Guitar • Vocals • Covers • Other
Music Entertainment
Taylor G.
Oct 17, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
Dylan was such a pleasure to work with. He was personable and responsive. I hired him for a corporate event cocktail hour and he showed up with a welcome gift for me which was so thoughtful. Everyone enjoyed his music and voice the most. It was a joy to watch someone who loves what they do! I would recommend him to anyone & definitely hire again.
Details: Cocktail hour • 51 - 75 guests • 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Guitar • Vocals • Pop / top 40 • Banquet hall / ballroom
Music Entertainment
Credentials
Background Check
Dylan Galvin
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I offer custom quotes to fit the precise requests of your event
(sound system, wireless mic for speaking and lights can be included in my rate)
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Tell me the details of your event, I'll send you a custom quote with options. You choose the option you like best. I send over a contract with a retainer, we both sign and that's it! The event is yours.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Professional Music degree from Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. I studied performance with James Taylor's brother, Livingston, sat in private masterclasses with John Mayer and had John Mayer's guitar teacher as my own private instructor. Since then I've performed over 1,500 live shows across the country from intimate candlelit dinners to beach weddings to backyard parties to huge stages and crowds of thousands.
