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Julian Mayer

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About Julian

Soulful vocals & guitar from Spain’s Costa Brava — perfect for weddings & events across Catalonia and the South of France.
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I’m a professional singer, guitarist, and composer based in the stunning Costa Brava, Spain, offering a warm, refined musical experience for weddings, private events, and special occasions. My performances blend smooth vocals, acoustic guitar, and a diverse repertoire of jazz, soul, bossa nova, folk, and classic international hits — creating a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere that uplifts and connects people. Music has been at the heart of my life for as long as I can remember. I started singing and playing guitar as a teenager, drawn not just to the sound but to the emotional power of music — the way a single melody or lyric can instantly shift the energy in a room. Over the years, that calling became a career. I earned a degree in Music Production and Recording, and I’ve since performed professionally across Europe, the United States, Canada, the Maldives, and Asia — both as a solo artist and as part of jazz ensembles and larger bands. For over 10 years, I toured with top-level shows and luxury cruise lines, developing not only my musical craft but a deep understanding of how to read a room, create ambiance, and tailor each performance to the unique flow of an event. Whether I’m performing during a wedding ceremony overlooking the sea, a cocktail hour in a rustic finca, or an intimate evening gathering, I focus on quality, subtlety, and emotion. My voice has often been described as soothing, soulful, and expressive — perfect for creating a memorable and heartfelt atmosphere. What sets me apart is not only my musicality but my intention. Every set is performed with presence and care — I want guests to feel something real, whether that’s nostalgia, joy, or a quiet moment of connection. I’m fluent in English and Spanish and comfortable adapting my setlist to different moods and audiences, including international clients celebrating their wedding or milestone event in Spain or Southern France. My repertoire includes artists like Norah Jones, Sting, Jorge Drexler, Eric Clapton, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, John Mayer, Antonio Carlos Jobim, and many more. I’m also happy to take special requests in advance and provide my own high-quality sound equipment when needed. Based near Girona, I regularly travel to wedding venues throughout the Costa Brava, Barcelona, and into the South of France. I’m punctual, easy to work with, and genuinely care about helping people have a beautiful experience. If you’re looking for an artist who can bring depth, elegance, and a personal touch to your event — whether it’s a beachfront ceremony, an intimate gathering in the countryside, or a stylish dinner party — I’d love to be part of it.

Julian's Reviews

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1 year ago

We hired Julian to perform during the cocktail hour of our wedding in Costa Brava (Begur), and he was fantastic. His soft, jazzy style created a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and his professionalism made everything so easy. He even learned a special song for us. Highly recommend! (10 / 10) Roger Serra

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Julian's Song list

About a Girl – Nirvana
Ain’t No Sunshine – Bill Withers
After Midnight – J.J. Cale
Afterglow – Ed Sheeran
Alive – Pearl Jam
All Blues – Miles Davis
All Of Me – Traditional Jazz
Americal Pie – Don McClean
And The Birds Sing – Tyron Wells
Bad Fish – Sublime
Bad Moon Rising – Creedence Clearwater Revival
Before You Accuse Me – Eric Clapton
Billie Jean – Michael Jackson
Black Magic Woman – Carlos Santana
Blackbird – The Beatles
Breezin – George Benson
Brain Damage – Pink Floyd
Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison
Call Me The Breeze – J.J. Cale
Can’t You See – The Marshall Tucker Band
Castle on the Hill – Ed Sheeran
Cats In The Cradle – Cat Stevens
Change The World – Eric Clapton
Chan Chan – Buena Vista Social Club
Chicken Fried – Zac Brown
Cocaine – J.J. Cale
Come As You Are – Nirvana
Come Together – The Beatles
Corcovado – A.C. Jobim
Corazon Espinado – Maná
Country Roads – John Denver
Creep – Radiohead
Desafinado – A.C. Jobim
Dock Of The Bay – Otis Redding
Don’t Be Cruel – Elvis Presley
Don’t Get Around Much Anymore – Duke Ellington
Don’t Look Back In Anger – Oasis
Drive My Car – The Beatles
Drift Away – Dobie Gray
Dust In The Wind – Kansas
Evil Ways – Carlos Santana
Everlong – Foo Fighters
Faith – George Michael
Feel Like Making Love – Gene McDaniels (D’Angelo version)
Fly Me To The Moon – Bart Howard
Folsom Prison Blues – Johnny Cash
Free Falling – Tom Petty
Friends In Low Places – Garth Brooks
Garota De Ipanema – A.C. Jobim
Georgia – Ray Charles
Give Me One Reason – Tracy Chapman
Going To California – Led Zeppelin
Got My Mind Set On You – George Harrison
Gravity – John Mayer
Guantanamera – Celia Cruz
Hallelujah – Leonard Cohen
Hallelujah I Love Her So – Ray Charles
Happy – Pharrell Williams
Heart Of Gold – Neil Young
Helpless – Neil Young
Here Comes The Sun – The Beatles
Hey Hey – Eric Clapton
Hey Joe – Jimi Hendrix
Hey Jude – The Beatles
Hit The Road Jack – Ray Charles
Ho Hey – The Lumineers
Horse With No Name – America
House Of The Rising Sun – The Animals
How Sweet It Is – James Taylor
I Got A Name – Jim Croce
I Got A Woman – Ray Charles
I’m Yours – Jason Mraz
If I Needed You – Townes Van Zandt
Imagine – John Lennon
In My Life – The Beatles
Insensatez – A.C. Jobim
Into The Mystic – Van Morrison
Is This Love – Bob Marley
Johnny B Goode – Chuck Berry
Just Breath – Pearl Jam
Just The Two Of Us – Bill Withers
La Bamba – Ritchie Valens
La Camisa Negra – Juanes
Landslide – Fleetwood Mac
Layla – Eric Clapton
Leaving On A Jetplane – John Denver
Let Her Go – Passenger
Light My Fire – The Doors
Little Wing – Jimi Hendrix
Loosing My Religion – R.E.M.
Love Yourself – Justin Bieber
Mama Tried – Merle Haggard
Man In The Mirror – Michael Jackson
Margaritaville – Jimmy Buffett
Me And Julio – Paul Simon
Message In A Bottle – The Police
Moonshadow – Cat Stevens
Moondance – Van Morrison
Mr. Jones – Counting Crows
Mrs. Robinson – Simon and Garfunkel
Mustang Sally – Wilson Pickett
Needle And The Damage Done – Neil Young
No Rain – Blind Melon
No Woman No Cry – Bob Marley
Old Man – Neil Young
On The Road Again – Willie Nelson
Oye Como Va – Carlos Santana
Paint It Black – Rolling Stones
Perpetual Blues Machine – Keb Mo
Plush – Stone Temple Pilots
Pretty Woman – Roy Orbison
Purple Rain – Prince
Red House – Jimi Hendrix
Redemption Song – Bob Marley
Ring Of Fire – Johnny Cash
Rocket Man – Elton John
Sailing – Rod Stewart
Santeria – Sublime
Satisfaction – Rolling Stones
She’s Got A Way – Billy Joel
Simple Man – Lynyrd Skynyrd
Smooth – Carlos Santana
So Danco Samba – A.C. Jobim
So Damn Lucky – Dave Matthews Band
So Much To Say – Dave Matthews Band
Solitary Man – Neil Diamond
Something – The Beatles
Stairway To Heaven – Led Zeppelin
Stand By Me – Ben E. King
St stuck In The Middle With You – Stealer’s Wheels
Sunday Morning Coming Down – Johnny Cash
Sunny – Marvin Gaye
Sultans Of Swing – Dire Straits
Sundown – Gordon Lightfoot
Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond
Sweet Child Of Mine – Guns N’ Roses
Sweet Home Alabama – Lynyrd Skynyrd
Take It Easy – The Eagles
The Boxer – Simon and Garfunkel
The Gambler – Kenny Rogers
Thinking Out Loud – Ed Sheeran
This Love – Maroon 5
Three Words – Osvaldo Farrés
Time In A Bottle – Jim Croce
Turn Me On – Norah Jones
Turn The Page – Bob Seger
Under The Bridge – Red Hot Chili Peppers
Use Me – Bill Withers
Waiting On The World To Change – John Mayer
Wagon Wheel – Old Crow Medicine Show
Walk Of Life – Dire Straits
What A Wonderful World – Weiss-Thiele
What’s Going On – Marvin Gaye
What’s Up – 4 Non Blondes
While My Guitar Gently Weeps – George Harrison
Whisky In The Jar – Traditional Irish
Who Says – John Mayer
Wild Horses – Rolling Stones
Wild World – Cat Stevens
Wish You Were Here – Pink Floyd
Wonderful Tonight – Eric Clapton
Yellow – Coldplay
Yesterday – The Beatles
You Can’t Always Get What You Want – Rolling Stones

Julian's Prices

Last updated: 2025

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

Standard Prices
DurationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£125
Up to 1 hour£212.50
Up to 2 hours£275
Up to 3 hours£337.50

Add-ons

Skype Consultation and 3 New Songs Learned
+£125
DJ set
+£187.50
Customer questions

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

“I always try my best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let me know.”

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

“Absolutely. This is a really popular request and I actually offer this service for free. If you'd like a DJ service via our PA after the final set until the venue closes, I provide this for an additional £100.”

How much time do you need to set up?

“I usually set up about 1 hour before the performance time. As soon as my PA is set up I can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere and get your guests ready for the live performance!”

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

“Yes, absolutely!” If its more than 70 people I might have to rent an extra speaker for and extra £70.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

“If a song isn't included in our song list there may still be a chance I already know it. If there is a special song you'd like me to learn I'm happy to do this for you. There is a fee of £30 for this service to take into account rehearsal times etc. ”
Musicianship
Genres:
1970s era music, 1990s era music, Christmas, 1980s era music, 1960s era music, 1950s era music, Folk, Folk rock, Country, Jazz, Blues, Latin jazz, Easy listening, Light music, Originals, Pop, Acoustic, R&B, Soul, Top 40, Covers, Rock, Classic rock, Indie, Pop rock, Argentinian, Bossa nova, Brazilian music, Cuban music, Flamenco, Latin, Samba, Spanish music, Tango, Reggae
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Event types:
Wedding, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Birthday party, Cruise
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Other skills:
Composer, Lyricist, Producer, Audio engineer, Songwriter, Sound technician, Accompanist, Fluent improviser, Fluent sight-reader, Live looping, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching, Composition teaching, Music therapy
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