Steve Kenley
Steve Kenley

Steve Kenley

$150/hour
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Introduction
I am a professional singer and guitarist. I also play harmonica, ukulele, and perform to pre-recorded tracks for a one-man-band sound (mostly beach & reggae music). When I play acoustic guitar I use a vocal harmonizer & looper pedal for a sound that's much bigger than one person. I perform for restaurants, clubs, parties, wedding ceremonies, wedding receptions, corporate events, and anywhere else that live music would add to the event. There is more information, audio, video, a song list, etc. on my website.
Overview

Hired 108 times

Serves Alexandria, VA

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1 employee

29 years in business

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2019

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Reviews

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

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James S.
Oct 10, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack

Steve arrived on time even though the road was shut down. Was set up and ready to go way before show time. Did an exceptional job and sounded great. His song list was very appropriate for the audience. Played for the time allotted in the contract. Very pleased with Steve and his entertainment. Thanks.

Details: General event / party • 26 - 50 guests • 51 or older • Other strings • Guitar • Band • Vocals • No preference • Variety • Country / bluegrass • Oldies • Outdoors

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Tanya T.
Aug 29, 2021
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Steve was great! He is an excellent musician. He showed up on time and was easy going (when we had him set up in one location and then changed our mind). The variety of music was excellent. He made my 50th Birthday Party a success. Several of my friends got his card and want to hire him in the future.

Details: Birthday party • 26 - 50 guests • 31 - 50 years old • Vocals • Guitar • Variety • Covers • Outdoors

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Sandra P.
Dec 20, 2024
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Steve did a great performance of bluesy Christmas carols. Just the right sound for our holiday event.

Details: Corporate event • 51 - 75 guests • 31 - 50 years old • Vocals • Variety • Jazz / Blues • Other

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Deborah M.
Mar 31, 2024
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Steve is a consumate professional. He is not only talented but he is very resourceful.

Details: Wedding ceremony • 76 - 100 guests • 31 - 50 years old • Vocals • Other strings • Jazz / Blues • Outdoors

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Todd W.
Jan 12, 2024
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AMAZING. Steve is such a great musician. We were all very touched by his voice and talent. Would absolutely rehire him in a heartbeat.

Details: General event / party • 25 guests or fewer • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Vocals • Guitar • Other strings • Oldies • Variety • Rock / classic rock • Jazz / Blues • Covers • Other • Other

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FAQs

  • What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

    I list my fee as $125/hr because Thumbtack requires I give an hourly fee. But that's not really how I charge. For musicians - unlike say, plumbers - there is a lot of demand on some days compared to others. Weekend nights are big for entertainment. I charge more for Saturday nights (so do all other musicians). Mondays, not so much. Also, most of the work for me is getting to the place where I'll perform, setting up to play, tearing down afterwards, and going home. The rest is fun! Even if I'm only going to play for 15 minutes, I still have to do the work I'd have to do if I played 4 hours. So the length of time I play matters, but not as much as you'd think. My fees usually start at $400.