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John Charles Cook guitarist

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$375/hour
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About
I’m a trained classical guitarist with over 40 years of experience performing and teaching. I play by ear and read music, with a strong foundation in guitar history and music theory. Over the years I’ve performed at weddings, for dignitaries, in country clubs, concerts, and at jazz and classical festivals. I love sharing music and helping students learn guitar the right way. Instead of jumping straight into chords and riffs and getting frustrated, we focus first on solid technique and simple finger exercises. This builds strength, ease, and confidence so you can enjoy playing for a lifetime. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, I’ll guide you step by step so you can play with ease, confidence, and true enjoyment. Reach out and let’s get started with your first lesson.
Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 138 times

Serves Beaufort, SC

Background checked

1 employee

43 years in business

Business hours

Sun7:00 am - 10:00 pmMon7:00 am - 10:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Facebook, Instagram

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Services offered
Music types
Event type

Wedding reception

Wedding ceremony

Birthday party

Cocktail hour

Music genres

Pop / top 40

Rock / classic rock

Jazz / Blues

Mariachi

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Reviews

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

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George T.

2 days ago

Hired on Thumbtack

I was looking for a musician to play at our anniversary and John was just what I was looking for! Punctual and a magnificent guitarist! Me and my wife really enjoyed his music. I would highly recommend him.

Details: General event / party • 25 guests or fewer • 51 or older • Guitar • Covers • Outdoors

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Alicia C.

Sep 17, 2025

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John is simply the best! Extremely kind, professional and his music added a lovely warm element to our special event. We’ve hired John twice and look forward to seeing him again soon!

Details: Corporate event • 101 - 150 guests • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • 18 - 30 years old • Guitar • Variety • Outdoors

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Trevor C.

Nov 4, 2025

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Details: Birthday party • 25 guests or fewer • 31 - 50 years old • Other strings • Jazz / Blues • Other

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John W.

Jun 15, 2022

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John is a class act. He is a great musician and a real joy to have at any gathering. Our wedding reception was so much more than we expected just adding his music.

Details: Wedding reception • 25 guests or fewer • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • 18 - 30 years old • Guitar • Variety • Outdoors

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Chris M.

May 1, 2022

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Mr. Cook is such a gifted musician and worth every single dollar. Not only did he show up on time, he tailored his music to the mood of our event. You absolutely must hire Mr. Cook.

Details: Cocktail hour • 26 - 50 guests • 31 - 50 years old • Guitar • Variety • Concert hall / auditorium

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