Hire Edina Balczó | Guitarist in London

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Farruca - Flamenco guitar solo with free TAB

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About Edina

Classical, Spanish and flamenco guitar for your event by an award-winning guitarist.

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London

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I am a UK-based award-winning guitarist and I have been playing for more than 22 years. I have a mixed style of Spanish guitar, flamenco and classical. I have been performing many years publicly and privately as well. I am the resident guitarist of the Ritz London and I have played solo sets for Shard, Kew Gardens, Hilton among others. I am happy to tailor my set list depending on what atmosphere you would like for your wedding/party. I can play more classical/movie soundtracks, or even more Mexican/flamenco oriented. I also use for some songs a loop pedal to enhance the sound and add a guitar duo experience. I host a popular YT channel, The Spanish Guitar Hub, which has received millions of views and attracted more than 70k subscribers, I also wrote 6 guitar courses, and I am one of the signature artists of MusicNotes (the largest music sheet page online).

Edina

5 out of 5

26 verified reviews

Satisfaction

5.0

Professionalism

5.0

Communication

5.0

Punctuality

5.0

Edina's Reviews

5 out of 5

I can't recommend Edina highly enough. She was absolutely amazing. Our guests loved her and gave us lots of compliments. Our wedding was made very special by her presence. It made our day. Thank you so much Edina. Very talented and also lovely personally.

Reply from Edina

3 months ago

Thank you so much for booking me and congrats again! ❤️

5 out of 5

She was absolutely brilliant and all the guests loved her musicality. I'd definitely use Edina again. She was punctual, friendly and ideal for our "spanish" style evening.

Reply from Edina

4 months ago

Thank you so much! I loved playing for you, I was also chatting to your lovely guests and one of them was a classical guitar luthier which was really amazing! And what a lovely venue. Take care and I hope to see you again.

5 out of 5

Edina was brilliant, prefectly judged the atmosphere of the event, was very easy to communicate with, very friendly and a great addition-many of the guests mentioned how much they enjoyed her playing. Thank you so much Edina and Morven for making it such an easy experience.

Reply from Edina

1 year ago

Thank you! It was so nice to play for you and you did a great job organizing the event!

5 out of 5

Thank you Edina, your music made the day

Reply from Edina

1 year ago

Thank you for having me x

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5 out of 5

"Edina is a very fine guitarist. She played beautifully at my birthday party. She was also a pleasure to liaise with, polite and punctual. Thank you! "

5 out of 5

Working with Edina Balczo was absolute pleasure. Her talent, attitude and performance were all great and apparent in our global award ceremony. We do recommend inviting Edina to any show / event you might have.

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Edina's Song list

Spanish/Latin Songs:

Lambada - Kaoma

Despacito - Luis Fonsi

Maria Maria - Santana

Tico-Tico No Fuba

Chan chan - Buena Vista Social Club

Farruca - Traditional Flamenco

Sevillanas - Traditional Flamenco

Malaguena - Traditional Flamenco

Tarantos - Traditional Flamenco

Soleares - Traditional Flamenco

Allegrias - Traditional Flamenco

Garrotin - Traditional Flamenco

Panaderos Flamencos - Paco de Lucia

El Tempul - Paco de Lucia (Bulerias)

Roma - Vicente Amigo

Herencia Latina Rumba - Paco Pena

Granadinas - Juan Martin

Rumba Nostalgica - Juan Martin

The Most Evolved - John Clarke (rumba)

Journey - De Fuego

Bluebird - De Fuego

The Sun - De Fuego

The Sky - De Fuego

Blue Balloons - De Fuego

Libertango (tango)

La Cumparsita (tango)

Ophelia Storm Rumba

The Castle Rumba

Allegria - Fania All Stars

Mexican Songs:

La Bamba

Cielito Lindo

La Cucaracha

Cancion del Mariachi

Mexican Hat Dance

La Llorona

Movie soundtracks:

Cavatina - The deer hunter soundtrack

La dispute - Amelie soundtrack

La valse de Amelie - Amelie soundtrack

Le moulin - Amelie soundtrack

The piano soundtrack

Pirates of Caribbean

Game of Thrones

The Godfather

Time - Inception

Classical

Lagrima - Francisco Tarrega

Adelita - Francisco Tarrega

Endecha - Francisco Tarrega

Oremus - Francisco Tarrega

Capricho Arabe - Francisco Tarrega

Recuerdos de le Alhambra - Francisco Tarrega

La Cathedral - Augustin Barrios

Moonlight Sonata - Beethoven

Ode to Joy - Beethoven

Amazing Grace

Classical Gas - Mason Williams

Canon in D

La Romance

Camino

Greensleeves

Tavaszi Szel Vizet Araszt

Bella Ciao

Ave Maria - Bach

Pop/Rock:

Happy Birthday

Get Lucky - Daft Punk

Wicked Game - Chris Isaak

Can't help falling in love - Elvis Presley

La via en Rose - Edit Piaf

Heatbeats - Jose Gonzales

Road Trippin - Red Hot Chilli Peppers

My Girl - The Temptations

Stand by me - Ben E. King

Christmas/Winter Setlist:

We wish you a Merry Christmas

Jingle Bells

Silent Night

Deck the Halls

Auld Lang Syne

12 Days of Christmas

Feliz Navidad - Jose Feliciano

Last Christmas - George Michael

Angels We Have Heard on High

Away in a Manger

Carol of the Bells

Ding Dong! Merrily on High

God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

Joy to the World

O Christmas Tree

O Come All Ye Faitful

Up on the Housetop

We Three Kings of Orient Are

Edina's Prices

Last updated: 2024

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£250
Up to 1 hour	£312.50
Up to 2 hours	£375
Up to 3 hours	£437.50

Wedding ceremony

This includes music before the service begins, music for the bridal entry and exit, music during the signing of the register, music as guests leave, and music for the drink reception. Plus one song request for the ceremony.

£450

Flamenco dancer

I will come with a flamenco dancer and we will do a two set shows for your guests with traditional outfits.

£750

Customer questions

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

Please let me know as soon as possible and I will do my best to adjust to your event do it will run as smooth as possible.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

I can play music before and in between the sets from my iPod, no problem. This service is without any extra charge.

How much time do you need to set up?

My set-up is very easy. If you need me to go with a PA it takes 15 minutes. With amplifier it is 5 minutes.

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

Please feel free to do that!

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes I am completely self-sufficient, so hassle for you!

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Depends on the song, and how far away your event. Since I play instrumental music it can take time to arrange and learn a song. But in any case I will have a look at your song and let you know if that’s possible.

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My guitar playing can be very relaxing in the background and put people into a better mood.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

I do about 100-150 performances a year as a solo and with my bands so I played in many venues. Last year as a solo I performed in the Shard, Birmingham Town hall, and Cambridge University.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Yann Tiersen, Paco De Lucia, Vicente Amigo, Mexican music and Spanish music.

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

Last year I played for the Shard.

Musicianship

Genres:

Flamenco, Classical, Film / TV music, Contemporary classical, Classical crossover, Latin jazz, Jazz fusion, Originals, Covers, Acoustic, World music, Arabic, Argentinian, Greek music, Latin, Mariachi, Spanish music, Tango

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Instruments:

Guitar

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Event types:

Private event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve

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Other skills:

Composer, Songwriter, Arranger, Transcription, Dancer, Live looping

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