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Jim Perona

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Award-winning SOLO INSTRUMENTAL-ONLY guitarist. NO VOCALS. Pure live guitar to create the perfect atmosphere for your event. I provide elegant live music for weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings. My repertoire spans classical, Spanish, flamenco, Latin, and over 200 custom arrangements of contemporary songs. From The Beatles to Bohemian Rhapsody, I bring familiar melodies to life with beautiful guitar. Why clients book me: ✔ 500+ public 5-star reviews ✔ Memorable instrumental music that fits your style ✔ Personalized service with song requests welcome ✔ Reliable and polished from first contact to final note Investment: Most clients invest between $750 and $1500 depending on event length and travel Awards: Top National Guitarist on The Bash Best of Weddings on TheKnot.com (2013 to present) Couple’s Choice on WeddingWire.com (2013 to present) Hall of Fame on TheKnot.com
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Hired 2 times

Serves Wheaton, IL

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14 years in business

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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 punctuality.

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Erin M.

Mar 25, 2021

From Google

Due to Covid, my husband and I went from a 200+ person wedding to a small intimate ceremony for 12. We chose to have our ceremony at The Morton Arboretums Fragrance Garden, and they highly suggested Jim for our music. I can say hands down, hiring Jim was the best decision we made. His music elevated our small short-notice wedding into something that felt like it could be truly treasured. Jim learned some of our favorite songs, including our first dance song that I also chose to walk down the aisle to. Hearing an acoustic Ho Hey by The Lumineers as I walked down the aisle towards my husband brought us both to tears. The timing worked out perfectly as well. Jim started playing while our guests set up the decorations and got seated, through our ceremony, and his set lasted through our family photos as well. There wasnt a guest with us that didnt say the music is what really brought it all together. I would highly recommend Jim for a small or large gathering. We were originally set to have a DJ play music for our ceremony (back when it was at a large venue) and I now know the experience we would have missed out on and we are glad it worked out this way.
Jim Perona's reply
Thank you so much, Erin!! I'm thrilled that you were happy with my playing at your wedding. Your request of "Ho Hey" worked so perfectly. Thank you again for the honor of being a part of that beautiful day and I wish you both the very best!!!
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Robert B.

Mar 18, 2021

From Google

AMAZING!! COULDN'T HAVE BEEN BETTER!We cannot begin to express how blown away we were with Jim. We asked him to play our ceremony and gave him very little direction of what we wanted him to play, and very little information of the structure of our ceremony. Jim helped us EVERY step of the way. He guided us along and helped us shape our ceremony. He was extremely professional and showed up early and prepared. He played absolutely beautifully, even bringing several guests to tears with his renditions of classic songs. I would recommend him to absolutely anyone and everyone. You will not be disappointed. Professional and a great talent. A++
Jim Perona's reply
It was an absolute honor and I couldn't be happier for both of you, my friend!!
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Emily S.

Aug 24, 2021

From Google

Jim was amazing to work with for our ceremony music. He is so talented, but more importantly, such a nice guy! He was able to learn 3 new songs for us, and we even got to have a preview on Zoom before the big day so we could hear the music. We talked through the flow of the ceremony and he made us feel so comfortable. The music was absolutely beautiful and everything we wanted. We even got a recording of the songs to enjoy time and again. Thanks, Jim!
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Zachary F.

Jul 19, 2021

From Google

Jim performed at our wedding ceremony and I could not say enough good things about working with him. Not only does he play beautifully, but he was incredibly communicative, answered all my questions and was not hesitant to give suggestions and recommendations. When I was also wondering how the transition between songs would sound like during my Processional, he sent over a video of him playing so I felt more at ease/have a better idea. If you also have a song in mind that you would like to be included in your day, he learns it! Just went above and beyond and we could not have been happier.
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David B.

Jul 18, 2021

From Google

Jim is a very talented musician and played for our rehearsal dinner in Saint Louis. The music made the ambiance for the night even more special. Before the event, Jim was very professional and very responsive in his communications. We had an audition before we hired him and he was able to play several songs on the spot. At that point, we knew he was the right musician. I would highly recommend him.
Jim Perona's reply
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! I had a wonderful time performing at your rehearsal dinner. It was also a pleasure to talk music with you & your family. Thanks again!!
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