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Dylan Galvin | Roaming Guitarist and Singer

$750/hour
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Dylan’s impressive resume includes performing for celebrities, Fortune 500 companies, luxury brands, international audiences and high-profile clients at iconic venues. After graduating Magna Cum Laude from one of the top music schools in the world, Berklee College in Boston, Dylan immediately began performing full time up and down the east coast of the US. * Has performed for Oscar Nuñez (The Office), Fabio, Dylan McDermott, Joseph DePinto (CEO of 7-Eleven), Bruce Springsteen’s producer Chuck Plotkin, Bedros Keuilian (entrepreneur/podcaster), and Charlene Tang (luxury fashion designer) and audiences from Italy, Germany, Belgium, France and the US. * Company performances include Coca Cola, Chick-Fil-A, Wells Fargo, Delta Airlines, The LA Rams, The Consumer Electronic Show, Levi’s, Zadig & Voltaire, Tetrapak, and more. * Previous performance venues include M&T Bank Stadium, Northwest Stadium, The Venetian, The Waldorf Astoria, The Beverly Hilton, The SLS Hotel, Montage Beverly Hills, Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, Fairmont Grand Del Mar, and Terrenea Resort. * Wedding performances include Bel Air Bay Club, South Coast Botanic Garden, The Houdini Estate, San Ysidro Ranch, Alila Marea, Ojai Valley Inn, and San Clemente Historic Cottage. * Award-winning songwriter and performer: WAM awards, IMEAs, Berklee Songwriting Competition, International Songwriting Competition honorable mention, Phoenix Radio “Best Guitarist in the State” * Ideal choice for corporate events, weddings, and private parties with an extensive performance experience of 1500+ events * Nationally touring musician who has performed all over the US including: LA, Las Vegas, Boston, New York, Denver, Chicago, Key West, DC, Annapolis and more. * Can perform instrumental acoustic guitar, guitar w/ vocals, a wireless roaming performance, live looping, or perform as a hybrid DJ w/ electric guitar for dancing and partying. Set list includes classics to today. * Education & mentorship includes being taught by John Mayer’s guitar teacher, Tomo Fujita; Livingston Taylor (James Taylor’s brother); and handpicked by Paul Simon for private songwriting sessions out of thousands of other musicians. * Original works include two independently released EPs and scoring additional music on "The Essential Church", which reached #1 in the Apple TV documentary category. * Reputation: 5-star rated on every major platform, including The Bash, GigSalad, Bark, and Thumbtack “Nothing short of spectacular” - Valerie Vandenberghe | The Vibe Agency Dylan offers a full-stop live entertainment experience, including the top-of-the-line sound system suitable for audiences of over 300 people. His song list is a variety of everything from classics, easy listening, pop, and 80s and 90s to modern hits. His unparalleled musicianship offers dynamic performances ranging from soft acoustic instrumentals to mid-tempo acoustic guitar with vocals all the way to upbeat dance floor top 40’s with electric guitar, making him an incredibly versatile performer that can be a unique alternative to a DJ or having to hire several musicians for different parts of an event. He is able to perform wirelessly, walking around while performing, interacting with the crowd, and raising the energy of the room. Dylan’s past clients include Delta Airlines, Wells Fargo, and Zadig & Voltaire, and his past performances include the biggest tech event in the world: The Consumer Electronic Show, The Venetian in Las Vegas, SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, the Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Terrenea Resort, W Hotel Hollywood, M&T Bank Stadium and Northwest Stadium. Dylan has performed at a huge range of venues across the US, from intimate dinner parties to huge festivals of thousands. Dylan has an extensive history in music, including recording at the legendary East West Studios, where Elvis, The Beatles, U2, and Harry Styles also recorded. He’s recorded with Hans Zimmer’s first violinist, Dua Lipa’s cellist, and frequently performs with Cindy Lauper’s keyboard player. He has released original music on Spotify and has co-directed and starred in several music videos, shared stages with members of the off-Broadway musical STOMP, and even composed music for the documentary “The Essential Church,” which peaked at #1 in the Apple TV Documentaries category. His extensive education and experience playing music have helped him to develop a very discerning ear and musicality, and he can easily perform a bespoke set list that is individually crafted for every audience. He can arrange his own song list and create a performance that fits the mood and energy of your event, often starting with soft acoustic instrumental music and slowly increasing the energy as the night progresses. He not only comes with all needed gear but can provide lighting and a wireless mics for guests or officiants, has every performance insured, and strives to give you an absolutely stress-free booking process and seamless experience from the first phone call to the last note of the night. You will be the person everyone applauds when your guests ask your planner, “Where in the world did you find him?” Inquire for other options as well (duo, trio, sax, drummer, DJ, etc)
Overview

Hired 19 times

Serves Washington, DC

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1 employee

17 years in business

Business hours

SunClosedMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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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
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Wedding reception

Wedding ceremony

Birthday party

Cocktail hour

Music genres

Pop / top 40

Rock / classic rock

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Variety

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Krissy Z.

Jul 6, 2025

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

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Samiksha S.

Nov 3, 2025

From Google

Dylan was fantastic. He was communicative, organized and did a great job at our event. He played music that suited the vibe we were hoping for and the music a big hit!
Dylan Galvin | Roaming Guitarist and Singer's reply
Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Samiksha! We’re thrilled to hear that Dylan exceeded your expectations and contributed to the success of your event. It's great to know the music was a hit and matched the vibe you were going for. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again!
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Susan S.

Sep 22, 2025

From Google

We hired Dylan to perform at my 50th birthday party and all of our guests raved about his music! He helped to create the perfect vibe for a fun and festive night. Dylan is also a kind, nice human being, as he went out of his way to allow our high school senior to perform several songs with him and talked with him about music schools, including offering to schedule a call at another date to help him if needed. Booking was a seamless process and Dylan was an excellent communicator about the event details and timing-- he showed up early, was dressed to impress, performed all of the songs we asked for (and MORE!)--an overall Pro! Just wish we had another party coming up to hire him again!
Dylan Galvin | Roaming Guitarist and Singer's reply
Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Susan! We're thrilled to hear that Dylan made your 50th birthday celebration so memorable and created a fun atmosphere for you and your guests. It's heartwarming to know that he took the time to engage with your son about his musical aspirations. We appreciate your kind words about the booking process and his professionalism. We hope to have the opportunity to work with you again in the future!
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Tiana C.

Sep 25, 2025

From Google

We hired Dylan with 2 weeks noticed and we couldn't have been happier that he made it work with his schedule. We host a Camp around the country with the Dravet Foundation and we have live music and a sing along for the campers, families and caretakers. Dylan joined us in Hershey at Hershey Lodge. He was the perfect musician to end our tour this year. Dylan has an amazing voice which really captivated the crowd. We will book with Dylan again!
Dylan Galvin | Roaming Guitarist and Singer's reply
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Dylan was able to accommodate your event on short notice and that he made such a positive impact at your camp. It's fantastic to know that his performance resonated with everyone and helped create a memorable experience for the campers and families. We look forward to working with you again in the future!
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D B.

Aug 6, 2025

From Google

My husband hired Dylan to play music for my birthday party! His music was fantastic and the perfect vibe for an asado style grilling night under the stars by our pond! Live music was a great addition to the party and we couldnt have been happier!
Dylan Galvin | Roaming Guitarist and Singer's reply
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Dylan's music created the perfect atmosphere for your birthday celebration. It sounds like a wonderful night under the stars, and we're glad to have been a part of it. We hope to help make more memorable moments for you in the future!
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