CG Music and Entertainment

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Hello, my name is Calvin, and thanks for stopping and viewing my Thumbtack profile. I've been performing for audiences in and around the state of Texas and Las Vegas for 32 years. With a vast network of fellow entertainers and musicians throughout the state of Texas, I'm sure that we can make your special occasion awesome! - Dueling Pianos Experience - This is one of our most popular and is great for Weddings, Corporate Events, Country Clubs, and the Holidays. Packages include: Traditional Dueling Pianos, 2-Pianos with Drums, or 1 Piano and Drums. A fun Sing-along, Dance along, and song request night! - Full Band (Drums, Bass, Guitar, Piano, Vocals, Horns and other stringed instruments) Ranging from 4-piece to 10-piece. - Solo - This can be done in many different ways with a large variety of music. Either as a Guitar or Guitar/Vocals, Piano or Piano/Vocals, and the most popular is Guitar or Piano with vocals and pro backing tracks. this is great for smaller crowds that want to dance! - Duo - this is the same set up as any Solo option but with an additional musician and or singer. - Trio - This 3-musician option can be mixed and matched in many different ways to fit your event. (Drums, Bass, Piano or Drums, Bass, Guitar...just for example) - Karaoke Party - Would you like to have a karaoke party at your event? We can do it! - Live Band Karaoke - Guests can sing along or get up on the stage with the musicians! - Piano Cocktail - Nice ambient piano music usually for dinner or cocktail events. (with or without vocals)

Overview

Hired 27 times

Background checked

10 employees

24 years in business

Business hours

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Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Top Pro status

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2022

Services offered

Event type

Wedding reception

Wedding ceremony

Birthday party

Cocktail hour

Music types

Band

Vocals

Guitar

Piano

Music genres

Pop / top 40

Rock / classic rock

Jazz / Blues

Covers

Projects and media

Reviews

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

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21 reviews

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Veshanda m.

Jul 13, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Cocktail hour • 25 guests or fewer • 31 - 50 years old • Guitar • Other • Outdoors

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Clark E.

Sep 5, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Calvin was absolutely fabulous. His music abilities and talent were incredible. From playing Frank Sinatra to the Platters to MoTown and current pop, we all thought we were having a private concert with a master musician. Truly, me and my family and guests were all very much impressed. Thank you Calvin for being a part of our family and friends in making a night unforgettable. My 90 year young mother had tears in her eyes as well as all of us when you played and sang “Only You by the Platters”. It was our mom and dad’s favorite song. Thank you again Calvin. You made our party and event spectacular.

Details: Birthday party • 25 guests or fewer • 51 or older • Piano • Oldies • Jazz / Blues • Variety • Other

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Allie K.

Jun 1, 2022

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Details: Cocktail hour • 201 - 250 guests • 31 - 50 years old • Vocals • Guitar • No preference • Rock / classic rock • Variety • Covers • Pop / top 40 • Concert hall / auditorium

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Tracy K.

May 22, 2022

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I hired Calvin G and band for my husband’s 50th birthday. Calvin and the band did an outstanding job playing for our guests. During the process he was responsive to my many questions, he asked for my husband’s favorite song, played a special song for my mother in law. which I would believe they would performed if I didn’t give them 1 week notice. Overall, we were well pleased and received many compliments from our dancing guests.

Details: Birthday party • 26 - 50 guests • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Band • Vocals • Guitar • No preference • Rock / classic rock • Pop / top 40 • Covers • Oldies • Banquet hall / ballroom

CG Music and Entertainment's reply

Tracy, thank you so much for the great review!! Lots of fun and you were a pleasure to work with.

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Alessio L.

Sep 6, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Calvin Music and voice has been amazing to my 50th yr birthday party . All my Guests were very impressed by his voice end ability to play the electric guitar (Santana song was great) . I asked for a duo and he brought the best female voice ever , that was the cherry on the cake 🎂☺️. Thanks Calvin for everything you did you are fantastic 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻.

Details: Birthday party • 25 guests or fewer • 31 - 50 years old • Vocals • Pop / top 40 • Covers • Outdoors

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Credentials

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Calvin Gainey

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing and quotes vary depending on whether your event is inside or out, length of time, sound system requirements, and distance. Discounts are available for Veterans associations and some non-profits. I offer tons of different options to meet your event or venue needs from Solo (Acoustic/Piano/Vocals/Pro Backing Tracks), Duo's, Trios, and up to a 10-piece band with horns, backup singers, and Sound and Lighting. Because I am not a hobbyist musician/entertainer and this is my form of income, I require a deposit to confirm and book the requested date and time so that my calendar stays accurate.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Communication is key, so I like to find out everything that I can about the occasion. Such as special songs, music types, dances, or anything else that would make the event great.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have worked in the Music and Entertainment business for 30+ years singing and playing mostly Piano and Guitar. I have taught Piano, guitar, voice, drums, bass, and violin private lessons for over 15 years.