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Classical Guitar
Richard Wormstall Classical Guitarist
Richard has over 15 years of experience in styles ranging from Spanish to Middle Eastern, to Blues and Flamenco. His vibe is romantic and emotional and he dazzles crowds with an inventive style that is far beyond most guitarists out there. Treat yourself and your guests to the best live music around!
Richard's rates are reasonable. He is available as an add-on to our DJ packages or as a stand alone act.
"Sunset Processional" written by Richard- One of the many original songs that makes adding Richard to your wedding a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
- "La Guitarra Negra" written by Richard
- Richard uses a beautiful technique where he loops his own guitar live on the spot, then plays over his loop, creating a listening experience that sounds like two guitarists are performing. It is a subtle, yet stunning difference.
- "Classical Jazz" written by Richard
- Often improvising on the spot, Richard is able to feel the mood of the room and elevate the atmosphere with his responsive guitar playing.
- "Spanish Martini" written by Richard
- Step into Barcelona, sit down and relax!
- "Middle Eastern Gypsy" written by Richard
- Richard has a wealth of world music styles he can add in to a set to give it an exotic beauty that will delight your guests.
- "Big Blue Eyes" written by Richard
- This is an option for a light, happy processional or recessional song to start or end the ceremony.
- "Rhapsody in A" written by Richard
- Another recessional option and just a beautiful piece.
- "Deep Waters" written by Richard
- This is a great example one what makes Richard an amazing, inventive guitarist... we sat down to record this and he improvised the whole piece in one take!
- "Warm Rain" written by Richard
- Whether in a vineyard, at the beach or in an elegant hotel, Richard knows to create an amazing vibe for your guests.
It is my desire to touch people’s hearts with my music and encourage them to be “carried away” from their ordinary state of being, to a place of enchantment. That said, I have encountered many different modes of the guitar that support this resonance, ranging from Classical to Spanish, from Jazz to Eastern, and Folk to Blues. Rather than playing pre-written songs, I choose the intuitive, improvisational route that adjusts to the mood of the moment in order to enhance the experience, bring out its fullest potential. This continually challenges me to be present to the ambiance of the setting. It is my belief that only by being authentically present while playing my instrument, can I bring the gift that is uniquely mine to this world.
My strength lies in creating an atmosphere - a backdrop of music - that supports the emotional landscape of the moment. Having played with countless musicians in my life, I have come to see that music is about the ability to listen to others, to feel into your surroundings before making a sound. I hope to bring this quality to as many people as possible, and can honestly say that my experience of playing at weddings, graduation ceremonies, meditation circles, and for friends has brought me tremendous amounts of joy. Music is my life and the center of my being.
Richard A. Wormstall
"Richard's guitar playing transported us to another time and place. The mood he set for our wedding was out of this world."
Jaime Lacker, Oakland, CA
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