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Adrian Sola Guitarist
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About Adrian
Flamenco guitarist, trained in traditional and contemporary styles. Adrian offers a curated recital of essential flamenco guitar works.
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Spanish Guitarist
London
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Adrian
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Adrian's Reviews
From customers:
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Felipe I
1 year ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in 1 Paradise Rd
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Gabriela V
1 year ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in WC2B 5JS
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Adrian's Song list
What are you doing the rest of your life? (Michel Legrand)
Bésame Mucho (Bolero by Consuelo Velázquez)
Malagueñas (by Sabicas)
Caminos Malagueños (Abandolao by Mario Escudero)
Punta y Tacon (Farruca by Sabicas)
Barrio la Viña (Alegrías by Paco de Lucía)
La Celosa (Soleá por Bulerías by Paco de Lucía)
Bulerías Medley (traditional and excerpts from Niño Ricardo, Diego del Gastor... and own compositions)
Lágrimas Negras (Bolero-Son by Miguel Matamoros)
Veinte Años (Bolero-Habanera by María Teresa Vera)
A Mi Padre (Farruca by Niño Miguel)
Tonadilla (Rumba by Mario Escudero)
Fuente y Caudal (Tarantas by Paco de Lucía)
Tangos de mi Novia (Diego del Gastor)
Llanto a Cadiz (Tientos by Paco de Lucía)
Tangos (traditional and excerpts form own compositions)
Aires De Puerto Real (Soleá by Sabicas)
Buleria Negra del Gastor (Diego del Gastor)
Campiña Andaluza (Alegrías by Sabicas)
Guajiras de Lucía (Paco de Lucía)
Panaderos Flamencos (Esteban de Sanlúcar)
Percusión Flamenca (Zapateado by Paco de Lucía)
Vinos y Caballos (Bulerías by Niño Miguel)
Aires Choqueros (Fandango de Huelva by Paco de Lucía)
Adrian's Prices
Last updated: 2024
Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.
Standard Prices
Performance duration | Price | |
Short performance (up to 15 min) | £200 | |
Up to 1 hour | £250 | |
Up to 2 hours | £400 | |
Up to 3 hours | £600 |
Packages
Tapas Restaurant
Two sets of 40 minutes at your venue with 10 minutes break.
Set up 30 minutes before the 1st set. Provide a drink and some food.
£200
Drinks reception
One performance of up to 45 mins during your drinks reception
£300
Drinks reception
Two performances of up to 30 mins each during your drinks reception
£350
Recording Session
A recording session, the material has to be discussed beforehand. Arranging and/or my original material incurs further fees. The stated fee is an example for a 4 hours session.
£350
Drinks reception
Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception
£500
Add-ons
30 minutes extra
+£60
Stand-by time
+£60
Travel
+£60
Customer questions
What do your clients love most about your performances?
My skill with the instrument, my authentic sound and how I can be unobtrusive and enthralling at the same time. Just the right vibe to enjoy a Spanish infused dinner or afternoon "café con leche"
Which venues have you performed at in the past?
The Green Note, Jamboree, Salisbury Playhouse, Battersea Spanish, Komedia Brighton, Peggy's Skylight, Ronnie Scott's, Jam in a Jar, Peña Flamenca de Londres, Salvador & Amanda, The Post Bar, Pavilions Teignmouth, MOMA Machynlleth Tabernacle, SubZero, Kino Theatr, Amantia Nights, Hispania, Clapham Chamber Concerts, Feria de Londres, BBC radio 3...
Which artists have you been most influenced by?
Paco de Lucía, Sabicas, Camarón de la Isla, Morente, Morao, Parrilla, Juan Moneo el Torta, Diego del Gastor, Niño Josele, Chicuelo, Chano Domingez, Pata Negra, Ojos de Brujo, Bob Marley and the Wailers, Héctor Lavoe, Peret, Hariprasad Chaurasia, Ravi Shankar, John Mclaughing, Wes Montgomery, Django Reinhardt, Serrat, Silvio Rodriguez, Ketama, King Crimson...
What is the most high profile gig you've performed?
I have played for heads of state and of government.
What if my timings change after I've booked you?
I always try to be flexible to help ensure the event runs as smoothly as possible. I understand things can change in the last minute for either part, so I will make sure to keep the communication with the client to re-arrange any detail.
Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?
I have a couple of Spotify playlists, ad-free, that I can play from my device, through my system or the available one. As soon as the set up is done and for as long as we arrange beforehand. Extended time should be arranged beforehand if possible.
How much time do you need to set up?
I like to be swift and unobtrusive when setting up. 15-20 minutes is usually more than enough for me, as long as I have my performing area designated and prepared, armrest-less chair/stool and power outlets. Showing up to 1 hour before the show is the usual to be relaxed, warm up a bit, grab a drink, meet the host...
Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?
I'd say I know what am doing to drive the vibe along the sets, but I don't see why not.
Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?
I have all I need to play background music for a small (50 people) party. I only need a chair and two power outlets nearby.
I like to discuss beforehand any requirements and what the client/venue can provide in this regard.
Can you learn specific pieces before the event?
We can talk about it, but I prefer making no promises in this regard. If I did, this will certainly increase my fee.
Musicianship
Genres:
Flamenco, Spanish music, Latin, Cuban music, Brazilian music, World music, Argentinian, Pop, Vintage, Jazz fusion, Latin jazz, Gypsy jazz, Folk
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Event types:
Concert, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Arranger, Composer, Songwriter, Producer, Transcription, Accompanist, Fluent improviser, Live looping, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching
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