Question 1

"Why should I hire you?"

Accepted Answer

Here is a list of 12 reasons:
1. TRAINED MUSICIAN = QUALITY EXPERIENCE: Over 30 years of performance experience, culminating in unique acoustic guitar renditions of your favorite tunes with skilled singing.

2. BACKED BY OVER 50 5-STAR REVIEWS: You don’t have to take my word for it; Dozens of high praise reviews from previous clients can be found on Google, Thumbtack, and Gig Salad.
Google: https://g.page/r/CX_IGpS2eXDbEBM/review
Thumbtack: https://www.thumbtack.com/reviews/services/347330742719545347/write
GigSalad: https://www.gigsalad.com/jon_horton_music_orlando/write_review

3. LAYERED LIVE LOOPING: All of my song performances are layered with live looping, on-the-spot and in-the-moment to give my performance more depth. This helps promote a range of moods like a soft intimate setting with layered melodies and harmonies, or an exciting and upbeat party atmosphere with drum-like sounds and rhythms. And everywhere in between. All performed live.

4. SINGING OR INSTRUMENTAL: Whether you want something a little more energetic with quality vocals OR you’re looking for something laid back and instrumental only, I can provide both options in the same performance with ease (check out my instrumental demo of Can't Help Falling In Love).

5. HIGH FIDELITY SOUND SYSTEM: The Bose Speakers, L1 Pro16, are an industry standard in audio quality. Not only providing beautiful audio but also amazingly powerful enough to fill a large outdoor space.

6. LEARNING SPECIAL SONGS FOR YOU: Did you want to hear a song that’s not on my regular rotation? Never fear! I will be happy to learn at least one song for you and likely more! (further details pending the specific song requested)

7. SUPPORTING A VETERAN: You'll be supporting a former active duty service member of the United States Military. I was in the U.S. Navy Band for 6 years.

8. EXTRA WIRELESS MICROPHONES FOR YOU: Do you want to make announcements through the speakers? Or maybe you’re having a fun party and want to do a little sing-along karaoke? I bring 2 extra wireless microphones so you can do both!

9. REAL TIME SONG REQUEST SYSTEM: (optional) You and your guests are provided easy access to my song request system allowing you to request any tunes from my song list from their phone. I then see your requests on my tablet in real time! (song list can be sent for review)

10. CLEAN LYRICS: All of the songs are throughly reviewed to ensure they have clean lyrics providing a comfortable atmosphere that promotes harmony across all generations and lifestyles.

11. CONTRACTUAL GUARANTEES: A written and signed contract between me and you will guarantee that you’ll get EXACTLY what you asked for. This is done through the Docusign company to help ensure ease and comfort.

12. CLEAR HEADED PROFESSIONALISM: No alcohol. No drugs. EVER. I’ve been sober my whole life and I’m not starting now. (I promise that doesn’t mean I’m boring 😉)

So those are just 12 reasons. I'm confident that you will get a professional and satisfying experience with me.

Question 2

What kind of music do you do?

Accepted Answer

I'm a singing guitarist and I play a wide variety of crowd-pleasing tunes from the 60's to today - from the Beatles to Foo Fighters. Here's my list of over 250 songs: thejonhorton.com/songlist (thejonhorton.com/songlist)

Question 3

"Do you have any videos of you performing?"

Accepted Answer

Yes I do! You can see some further up this page or just click this link here. (https://www.youtube.com/@JonHortonMusic)

Question 4

Do you bring your own equipment?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I have all of my own equipment including speakers and power cables. All I need is a regular power outlet within 25 feet of the performance area.

Question 5

"What is your availability?"

Accepted Answer

I'll play music any time, any day. However, I am receiving booking requests all the time, so please fill out the 10 questions form as soon as possible to get started on securing your date.

Question 6

"Can we request any special songs outside of your song list?"

Accepted Answer

Yes. If it's not on my song list, I can learn it for you if you tell me ahead of time 👍🏻

Question 7

"Can you do instrumental music only?"

Accepted Answer

Yes! Before I started singing professionally, I specialized in instrumental performances. Most of the songs on my song list can be performed instrumentally only with no singing. I can also switch out my normal acoustic guitar for a classical guitar as well if you prefer a more classical sound.

Question 8

"What's the process for hiring you? Do I send you a deposit? Do I pay later?"

Accepted Answer

First, I would need you to fill out the 10 question form on this page to get your free quote. Once we agree to the quote, I'll send you a contract through Docusign to review and sign. After that, I'll need a 50% deposit to secure your date, and the other 50% is due 30 days before the performance. And, yes, I am able take on last minute events with a 100% deposit ("last minute" is any date within 30 days).  I accept payment through Credit Card (3% surcharge), Venmo, Cashapp, and Zelle.

Question 9

I've never hired a musician before. How does this all work?

Accepted Answer

I'm more than happy to help you through the process. The first step would be to fill out the 10 question form above and I'll give you a free estimate on my work. The process is pretty easy from there. I'll keep in touch with you and if you hire me then I will simply arrive an hour ahead of time with my gear and start performing at the time you requested. Usually customers request 3 hours of music, but you can certainly request less or more (even all day long). It's all really easy and I do my best to make the process as smooth as possible for my clients. Check out my reviews at the top of my website to hear from my satisfied customers.

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What The Clients Say

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Jon Horton plays a wide variety of genres and crowd-pleasing songs, from the 60's to today.
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Event and Wedding Musician

What The Clients Say

✔Verified Reviews from Google, Thumbtack, and GigSalad

Jon Horton plays a wide variety of genres and crowd-pleasing songs, from the 60's to today. Fill out the form below for a free quote.

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More Demos

All Performances Include

Hi-fidelity sound system

Live looping

classical guitar

custom song learning

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Jon Horton plays a wide variety of genres and crowd-pleasing songs, from the 60's to today.
Fill out the form below for a free quote.

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Hi-fidelity
sound system

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