Jim Perona
Jim Perona

Jim Perona

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Award-winning solo instrumental guitarist specializing in contemporary, classical, Spanish & Latin music. My passion and profession is providing memorable live music that your event deserves. I have an expansive repertoire that spans many genres & eras such as baroque, classical, Spanish-Romantic, flamenco and over 200 arrangement of Contemporary music! For the latter, I create solo guitar arrangements of songs upon request, which maintains its familiarity while adding a charming elegance. From the Beatles to Bohemian Rhapsody and so much more, your guests will be delighted by the breadth of songs being performed in an exciting Spanish guitar style. I have won the following awards, based solely on over 500 5/5 star client reviews (all publicly posted): "Top National Guitarist" on The Bash. "Best of Weddings" on TheKnot.com every year since 2013. "Couple's Choice Award" on WeddingWire.com every year since 2013. "Hall of Fame" award on TheKnot.com.
Overview

Hired 2 times

Serves Wheaton, IL

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12 years in business

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and punctuality.

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Aziza h.
Apr 17, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

Hired on Thumbtack

The Perona duo served everything we could ask for and more. They sounded great, showed up on time, and responded effectively.

Details: Corporate event • 26 - 50 guests • 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Band • Vocals • Guitar • Pop / top 40 • Variety • Covers • Other

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Thumbtack Customer
Aug 24, 2021
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From Google

From Google

Jim was amazing to work with for our ceremony music. He is so talented, but more importantly, such a nice guy! He was able to learn 3 new songs for us, and we even got to have a preview on Zoom before the big day so we could hear the music. We talked through the flow of the ceremony and he made us feel so comfortable. The music was absolutely beautiful and everything we wanted. We even got a recording of the songs to enjoy time and again. Thanks, Jim!
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Thumbtack Customer
Jul 18, 2021
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From Google

From Google

Jim is a very talented musician and played for our rehearsal dinner in Saint Louis. The music made the ambiance for the night even more special. Before the event, Jim was very professional and very responsive in his communications. We had an audition before we hired him and he was able to play several songs on the spot. At that point, we knew he was the right musician. I would highly recommend him.
Jim Perona's reply
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! I had a wonderful time performing at your rehearsal dinner. It was also a pleasure to talk music with you & your family. Thanks again!!
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Thumbtack Customer
Mar 25, 2021
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From Google

From Google

Due to Covid, my husband and I went from a 200+ person wedding to a small intimate ceremony for 12. We chose to have our ceremony at The Morton Arboretums Fragrance Garden, and they highly suggested Jim for our music. I can say hands down, hiring Jim was the best decision we made. His music elevated our small short-notice wedding into something that felt like it could be truly treasured. Jim learned some of our favorite songs, including our first dance song that I also chose to walk down the aisle to. Hearing an acoustic Ho Hey by The Lumineers as I walked down the aisle towards my husband brought us both to tears. The timing worked out perfectly as well. Jim started playing while our guests set up the decorations and got seated, through our ceremony, and his set lasted through our family photos as well. There wasnt a guest with us that didnt say the music is what really brought it all together. I would highly recommend Jim for a small or large gathering. We were originally set to have a DJ play music for our ceremony (back when it was at a large venue) and I now know the experience we would have missed out on and we are glad it worked out this way.
Jim Perona's reply
Thank you so much, Erin!! I'm thrilled that you were happy with my playing at your wedding. Your request of "Ho Hey" worked so perfectly. Thank you again for the honor of being a part of that beautiful day and I wish you both the very best!!!
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Thumbtack Customer
Feb 25, 2021
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From Google

From Google

Jim was so friendly and easy to work with. He responded to my emails promptly and provided great advice and details. We requested our ceremony music and Jim even offered to learn a few songs that were meaningful to us but were not in his repertoire. The guests at our wedding raved about the music and Jim's talent. If you are looking for a guitar soloist for your wedding, look no further. Jim is absolutely the best!
Jim Perona's reply
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Amanda!! I had an amazing time performing at your wedding & am so grateful that you were happy with my performance. It was also a blast learning those songs! Wishing you all the absolute best :)
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