Guitarist Julian Catford
Reviews for Guitarist Julian Catford
GUEST
We had the privilege of having Julian play at our wedding on 17 Sep 2011. We found Julian easy to stay in contact with prior to the event and open to our ideas of the musical feel we wanted for our special day. Our processional was a song that spoke so much to both of us but we were unable to locate guitar music for it anywhere in the states for some weird copyright reasons. Julian was able to transcribe the piano version, though, and saved the day. I will always remember hearing that song, Il Postino, starting up as we walked down the aisle. To be honest, I was so caught up in talking with friends and family after the ceremony and during dinner, that I tuned out everything else...but the feedback from everyone was so positive with regards to Julian. We highly recommend him for his willingness to be flexible, to travel even on the ferry, and of course his amazing talent. He added such a beautiful touch to our evening!
GUEST
I loved working with Julian! I first met him at the Seattle wedding expo about 9 months before my wedding and when I heard him play I booked him on the spot. He performed pre-ceremony and during the cocktail hour and could not have been more perfect. He's incredibly talented and will absolutely add the perfect ambiance to your wedding as well. Make sure you ask him about his "rock and roll" version of Pachelbel Canon!
GUEST
Julian provided a great atmosphere for our wedding! We met with him in advance to plan the ceremony music. He was very helpful suggesting various songs to use. He also played during dinner and made for lovely background music.
Highly recommended!
GUEST
Julian is a superb guitarist. He played for our ceremony and played a nice mix of bossa nova and Beatles tunes as background for our reception. Highly recommended!
GUEST
We found Julian at the last minute and he was fantastic! The bride wanted a specific piece played and Julian worked it up in the few hours he had before the ceremony. His music really made the night for us! And he has the experience to know what to do, what to ask, and how to "go with it...." so that the bride and mom could just sit back and enjoy the evening. Thanks, Julian!!
GUEST
Julian's talents with his guitar brought such elegance and flair to our wedding ceremony and cocktail reception. We are big fans of Julian's Spanish guitar format as were our guests who stopped to appreciate Julian's music throughout his performance. Julian worked with us prior to the wedding to suggest and help us select a song format that suited our style. He was extremely responsive throughout our wedding planning -- which is such a big deal for busy brides/grooms-to-be. Julian was also flexible on our wedding day, changing his performance locations to flow with the natural course our event took on. He truly helped make our wedding a tremendous memory for us.
GUEST
Thank you Julian for making our big day extra special with your lovely music. You delivered as promised and even went out of your way to learn a new song we requested to play at our ceremony. We are so grateful to have you there. The wonderful song you played for us will always take us back to that special day. Thank you!
GUEST
Julian was wonderful! Our ceremony music was beautiful and we couldn't have been happier. He even learned a song for us to play as the Bridal procession! We are incredibly happy with how beautiful he made our ceremony.
Julian is a wonderful guitar player with a super personality. Hire him to play at your wedding or reception for the best possible service!
Julian is a great musician! I had the opportunity to work together on a wedding with him at Kerry Park in Seattle. With his amazing guitar music, the ambiance and view the ceremony turned out PERFECT!!! I would love to work with him in the future again, and will highly recommend him to all of my brides!
Julian makes beautiful music and has an easy-going charm. Wonderful to work with.
About Guitarist Julian Catford
EXPERIENCE
Classical guitar studies with Guillermo Fierens (a student of Segovia), years of performing experience, including four years at the Hyatt Regency, the Columbia Tower Club, Hollywood Schoolhouse, the Willows, and on CD recordings. Julian has performed at hundreds of weddings and events. Recently selected for City of Seattle "music on hold".
PERSONALIZED AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
Julian has earned a distinguished reputation for his quality presentations, dependability, and willingness to go the extra mile for a worry-free event. Surprisingly affordable.
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WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING:
Hiring Julian to play guitar for our wedding ceremony and cocktail reception was one of the best decisions that we made in planning our wedding. He was exceptionally professional, and his music set the mood for our wedding. Several guests and my parents commented that he was a highlight of the evening. We met with Julian before the wedding, and he played several options ranging from traditional to contemporary for the ceremony and the reception. We chose traditional music for the wedding processional, and I asked him to play what he enjoyed and was best at for the reception. It turned out wonderfully! I highly recommend Julian Catford.
- Sarah Spilseth , July 3rd 2010
Julian was stellar. His talent so evident and his demeanor so easy. It was the perfect fit for our event [son's wedding]. I had no doubt that our choice was the right one. Our family and guests were so impressed. The mood was relaxed and fun and the music just elevated the whole ambience to an even higher level. We thank Julian for his professionalism and his gift of music. He is forever part of the memories made on this special day.
—Julie W., Seattle, Washington.
FAQ for Guitarist Julian Catford
Accompanied such notables as Rosemary Clooney, Phil Woods, Ed Ames, Little Anthony, Kenny Garrett, Robert Merrill, Patrice Muncell of the New York Metropolitan Opera, The Mills Brothers, and Cab Calloway.
Composed and performed music for CD's: French, Italian, German, and Spanish in 10 minutes a day® AUDIO CD's (http://www.bbks.com/products_audioseries.aspx).
Studied classical guitar with Carlos Barbosa-Lima and Guillermo Fierens (a student of Segovia). Recently attended master class and studied with Argentinean guitarist VIctor Villadandgos, and studied and performed with Brazilian musicians Arnaldinho do Cavaco, and Hamilton De Holanda.
He has performed with Seattle musicians Floyd Standifer, Luis Peralta, Fred Radke, Marco DeCarvalho, and Jeff Busch; vocalist Visilli and percussionist Tor Deitrichson of Children of the Revolution; Freddy Greenwell, and Pearl Django bassist Rick Leppanen.
Seattle area appearances with Dos Guitarras include Bumbershoot 1996-1998, 2000, and 2001; Juan de Fuca Festival of the Arts, 1996, 1997 and 2000; Ethnic Heritage Festival and Fremont Fair; Sound on Sound with the Julian Catford Jazz Trio; as well as ArtStorm, the Bellevue Jazz Festival, and Seattle and Tacoma Arts Commission concerts.
Appearances include EXPO 86; cruise ships in Alaska, Tahiti and Mexico; big bands and orchestras at the Paramount, the Moore and Group Theaters; and the Ann Arbor Jazz Festival.
Seattle area performance venues include Columbia Tower Club, Frye Art Museum, Olympic Four Seasons Hotel, Seattle Tennis Club, Chateau St. Michelle Winery, Hyatt Regency, Woodmark Hotel, and Jazz Alley, Willows Lodge, the Ruins, Museum of Flight, Seattle Aquarium, Mayflower Park Hotel, Tiffany & Co., Rainier Club, Kiana Lodge, Broadmoor, Newcastle Golf Club, and many more.
Dos Guitarras was recently selected for the 2007-2008 King County Touring Artist Roster; "Some of King County's most talented performing artists."
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