Nice guy, super helpful, laid back and accommodating. Great guitar skills.
He was professional, helpful and truly focused on delivering what we needed.
Duncan is a Brighton based solo fingerstyle guitarist who plays a wide variety of instrumental arrangements of well known songs, ranging from 1950s classics to modern day chart hits. As a polished, professional, self contained act, Duncan adds the perfect ambiance to any event, including weddings, corporate, parties and functions. His repertoire covers many genres and with an inexhaustible knowledge of music, new and old, he can provide a bespoke combination of classical and contemporary styles. With so much variety to his repertoire he really can provide something for everyone. In addition to his fingerstyle arrangements, Duncan also used a loop pedal which enables him to make fuller sounding, upbeat tracks and improvisations.
He has a vast experience in the the music industry as a performer, teacher, composer and session musician. He has played at some of the best wedding venues in the country, as well as in some of the UK's most iconic buildings including London's Gherkin and O2 arena. He also has experience playing abroad, including contracts with award winning cruise liners. As well as playing solo, Duncan has worked with some of the best bands in the South and has supported some legendary artists including the Brand New Heavies and Californian Funk masters Breakestra.
Duncan uses top quality equipment to provide the best sound and has a variety of different set ups for all audience sizes. All of his equipment is PAT tested, and he has Public Liability Insurance. He is always willing to personalise his sets around your requirements and loves to learn special requests. He also performs as part of an acoustic duo so can provide a vocalist when requested. Based in the South-East, Duncan can travel UK wide and internationally on request.
Duncan was absolutely fantastic and exceeded all our expectations! He was so lovely on the phone when we spoke and was great at communicating in the weeks leading up to the wedding. He was also super keen to learn the songs we wanted and was flexible on the day.
Pop & Rock - Classic
Pop & Rock - Contemporary
Disco / Dance
Jazz / Blues
Guitar Masters
Classical / Spanish
Original Compositions
Folk / Traditional
Christmas
Rebecca Pilkington
Absolutely amazing! Duncan is so talented! We are tempted to plan another party just to have an excuse to rebook him. The music was absolutely perfect and really made the party quite special. Everyone loved him!
Amie Morsey
Duncan stepped in last minute for us and saved the day, he played exactly what we wanted for our ceremony. It was meant to be! He was so great, we asked him to stay an extra hour for our guests to enjoy whilst having welcome drinks and socialising. Thank you Duncan! You are amazing. x
Chris Brown
Duncan performed at our wedding ceremony and reception drinks at Cambridge Cottage at Kew Gardens. His acoustic guitar fitted the ambiance of our ceremony so well. His mixture of older and contemporary music in the reception was enjoyed by all and I would definitely recommend Duncan for any event!!
Ian McLeod
Really nice guy, super helpful, laid back and accommodating. Great guitar skills and read the room perfectly. Would definitely recommend!
Tara Sabi
Duncan was absolutely fantastic and exceeded all our expectations! He was so lovely on the phone when we spoke and was great at communicating in the weeks leading up to the wedding. He was also super keen to learn the songs we wanted and was flexible on the day. My husband and his family all play guitar and they all commented on how great he was and how he didn’t play one note wrong! He was fantastic during the ceremony and reception and got the tone just right. We couldn’t be happier with him!
Julian Evans
Very good, great style and approach. Thank you.
David Hudson
Duncan played beautifully for two hours during a drinks reception and dinner. His music was varied and enjoyed by all with great feedback coming from our attendees. He was professional, helpful and truly focused on delivering what we needed for the event, certainly someone I would look to work with again.
We give you a bespoke price based on the exact location of your event. The pricing below is based on a central location for your area so you have an idea of what your price will be. The exact price will be given in the booking process after you’ve provided the location details.
Do you learn special requests?
Yes. I am always happy to learn special requests and to perfonalise my sets around your favourite songs and artists. Any songs that I know already, are of course free of charge. With each booking, I am happy to create a new arrangement of a special song for you, and for wedding ceremonies up to 4 songs, free of charge. For arrangements that are needed in addition to this, there will be a small charge for each additional song.
Can you suggest a setlist for our event?
I am always happy to put a set together for you, based around the theme and style of your event or to provide you with recommendations when needed.
Can we choose a setlist from your repertoire?
Absolutely. Your welcome to choose some or all of the songs you would like performed from my repertoire, as well as pointing out any that you don't want included.
Do you perform with amplication?
I always recommend performing with some amplification. Not for volume reasons, but in order to best control the sound for the environment. I have a variety of setups suitable for different sized events, from a fantastic AER Compact 60 acoustic amp that is perfect for small to medium sized events, up to 2 x 400 watt PA speakers that are suitable for audience sizes of up to around 400 people.
Can you perform without amplification?
Yes, this is definitely possible, but not all of my arrangements will work without my looper pedal, so there will be some limitations to the songs that can be included. I do have a vast amount of material that will be suitable.
Can you perform outside?
Yes. Although this isn't advised in strong winds or extreme cold/rain. The sound will be effected. In cases of bad weather, some kind of shelter would be required to protect my equipment. In good weather, there would be no problem at all.
What do you require for your performance?
I require access to one power socket (I have long extension leads if needed) , an armless chair. and access to a parking space nearby to the venue/performance area.
What parts of a wedding day can you be booked to perform?
As my performances and repertoire are very versatile, I can be booked to perform for any part of a wedding day, including performing as guests arrive and for the ceremony itself, for the drinks reception, for background music throughout the meal, or a livlier set to warm up the evening guests before dancing commences..
How far are you willing to travel for events?
I am always happy to discuss events further afield, including internationally, so please do get in touch to discuss your requirements.