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Meet Dave Baker, a critically acclaimed and internationally recognized musician hailing from Philadelphia, PA. With an impressive repertoire that spans various genres including Smooth Jazz, Cool Jazz, Jazz, Latin, Classical and Popular music, Dave brings a touch of elegance and sophistication to any occasion. Whether you're hosting a corporate event, private affair, engagement party, rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony, cocktail hour and reception, Dave’s captivating performances are sure to leave a lasting impression.

As a solo artist, Dave effortlessly fills the air with exquisite melodies that create the perfect ambiance for your event. However, if you're looking for a bigger sound, Dave can also curate a group of exceptionally talented musicians to accompany him. Whether you prefer a duo, trio, or ensemble performance, Dave has the ensemble that will perfectly complement your vision.

But don't just take our word for it - tune in to SiriusXM’s Watercolors 68, Escape 149 and Instrumental Cover Songs or I-Heart Radio to catch a glimpse of Dave’s diverse genres. With ten Album releases, Dave continues to captivate audiences worldwide. You can find his music on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music, etc.: by searching for Dave Baker.

For a taste of Dave's magic, head over to his web site: dabmusic.com and indulge in some audio samples featuring his collaboration with the talented Cellist and Bass player, Rich Kurtz. Together, they create a harmonious blend that is sure to transport you to another world.

Most importantly, Dave is committed to making your event truly unforgettable by tailoring his performance to your specific requests. Whether you have a particular song in mind or a specific atmosphere you'd like to create, Dave will go above and beyond to ensure that your event is customized to perfection.

Book Dave Baker now and add a touch of musical brilliance to your upcoming event. Your guests will thank you for it!

Client Testimonials

Hi Dave!....I actually came across your outstanding talent while listening to Bjam's "Showdown" specifically in the Classical-Baroque genre. You have such an amazing talent and I appreciate your technical skill & precision."WOW"-unbelievable! You are the guitar!!! I'm a multi-instrumentalist however & unfortunately guitar is not on my list! I'm actually a Classically trained pianist-my fav. (from the the 60's)..also very much into jazz/ blues & fusion! I play keyboards...trumpet.& drums!! Artists like you inspire me to move forward and start recording material that I have had on the back burner for many decades- and I thank you for that!! I simply love guitar however never had any formal lessons-so I have been teaching myself-not bad I will add!!...but not good either..LOL! As you know...it's painful"!! I follow many world renowned guitarists that cover various genres...and my ultimate fav is Al DiMeola! Anyway....you should now know...you are on my list!! You are so incredible that you have given me goose-bumps listening to some of your outstanding and beautifully played music! (and I usually don't share that type of info.....lol). Please consider a friendship-that would be greatly appreciated! I've been supporting you for a long time on "Showdown"- I always choose you!!- hands down-you win!! I just thought you might like to know that!........... Thanx in advance!..:)
Wishing you continued excellence/ mastery & much success!!

- Anthony Z.

Dear Dave,,
You were absolutely terrific at our party on Saturday night. You played beautifully and provided just the right atmosphere that we were looking for. I was also appreciative of how easy you were to work with – responsive via phone and email, and right on time too : )
Many of our friends offered nice compliments about your music, and I wrote a glowing recommendation for you on the GigSalad website. I feel so fortunate we were able to find you – and who knows? We may have the chance to have another party sometime in the future and would love to have you again.
Wishing you all the best,

- Adrienne and Cecil Jones
Kristin and Leonard

Hi Dave,
I just wanted to personally thank you for playing at the Philadelphia Convention Center for our VIP and Professional Reception. You were wonderful to work with, and we will definitely keep you in mind when we are scheduling our entertainment in the future.
P.S. THANK YOU FOR THE CD’S!!!!!
Best,
Jenna

- Jenna Wallace
Conference Operations Fellow | Net Impact

I usually don’t write reviews but I had to let the world know how awesome Dave Baker is! I recently hired Dave Baker for my wedding ceremony & cocktail hr on August 9th, 2015. I was more than pleased with the music, talent and communication leading up to the day. He was able to answer all of my questions in a timely manner and also mailed me 2 of his CD’s (which were amazing). He played exactly what we discussed and everything went so smooth. I would most definitely recommend him to anyone, you will not be disappointed! My guests had nothing but positive comments about the ceremony & cocktail hour.

- Ericka B

Dave Baker was an absolute pro! From his website, to interview, presentation to musicianship – 5 stars all the way!

- Kevin B.

Dave Baker played our wedding and cocktail hour. He was incredibly professional, talented, and an all-around great guy. We kept in contact in the weeks leading up to the wedding just to iron out a few details but all things considered he needed very little direction and when planning a wedding I couldn’t ask for anything more. I would absolutely recommend Mr. Baker’s services to anyone looking to add that little classy touch to their wedding. Thank you, Mr. Baker.

- Alex H
Horsham, PA

Things were crazy before the wedding got started so I unfortunately didn’t get much time to talk to Dave at the event, but he was extremely professional and added a perfect touch to our wedding ceremony, Dave showed up early and was ready to go, even with us starting the ceremony a few minutes early. I heard Dave rehearsing a little bit while we were taking pictures, and when the ceremony started, his guitar sounded perfect. We had a few people tell us that they loved Dave’s guitar and that it added a lot to our ceremony, I’m so happy with how it worked out and the ceremony was perfect! Thanks Dave!

- Lauren P
Bryn Athyn, PA

Having Dave play at our wedding was fantastic experience! He is a true professional and an excellent musician. Dave’s beautiful guitar playing added just the right touch to our wedding. All of our guests commented how much they enjoyed hearing Dave play. We would highly recommend Dave to anyone looking for a guitarist for their wedding or event.

- Joseph B
Erwinna, PA

Dave played beautifully and added the perfect atmosphere for the cocktail portion of our reception. Without any direction from us, as we were completely engaged with our guests, he added elegance and a festive feeling to our wedding. We were thrilled. Everything went smoothly, and we only felt badly that we never said “goodbye and thank you” to Dave directly. We highly recommend Dave.

- Deb E
Mount Joy, PA

Dave’s music set the perfect mood for the overall experience of guests before & during the ceremony. He also performed at our cocktail hour and played great music for this as well. He was very professional during communications before the wedding & was open to any suggestions. We highly recommend him!

- Kelly C
Earleville, MD

Dave Baker was great to work with. He was exactly what we were looking for on our special day. He even learned a song that we had wanted to be played. We highly recommend him!

- Rich N
Villanova, PA

Our guest expressed how wonderful and talented Dave played during the prelude. A really nice touch for an outdoor wedding. Thank you Dave, for your professionalism and awesome style.

- Suzann A
Avondale, PA

Thanks.

- Zeenab F
Cambridge, MD

Dave was great with communication and did an excellent job performing on the beach for our daughters wedding. I would highly recommend him for any event.

- Kelly H
Rehobeth, MD

Dave is an excellent musician. We received many complements on our choice of using acoustic guitar for our wedding ceremony and cocktail reception. He looked and sounded very professional.

- Paula M
Montgomery, PA

Dave was easy to work with, professional in his demeanor, and showed up promptly for the engagement. We received good feedback from our guests, and were pleased with his overall performance.

- Adrian W
Wilmington, DE

Working with Dave was a very pleasant experience. He created a great atmosphere for my wedding and everybody commented on how much they enjoyed the music. I would totally recommend Dave for any event that would be enhanced by beautiful guitar background music. And I hope to have the opportunity to use his services on another occasion.

- Mikki J
Pylesville, MD

Dave arrived early, played exactly what we asked and was quite talented. His style served as an excellent background baseline for our part.

- John S
Pottstown, PA

He was on time, professional & a pleasure to work with!

- Yasmina P
Chevy Chase, MD

Dave was very courteous and unobtrusive. He was also very flexible! Thank you so much.

- Dave B
Montgomeryville, PA

Dave was an incredible professional. He was flexible as my engagement plan was unfolding, and his performance was perfect. I wanted the music to be in the background, and for Dave to not seem present in the room with myself and my fiance, and he managed exactly that. He was fun to work with and I couldn’t recommend him more highly.

- Jeremy G
New Hope, PA

Dave was absolutely outstanding. He was on time, professional, and very well prepared. He played exactly the songs I requested, and was in tune, and his volume was just right. The way he played the songs we chose made the whole room feel light and happy, and I will always remember that fondly. He is an extremely talented musician and I would highly recommend him to anyone for any occasion! Sincerely, Mrs.Mariellen Rae

- Mariellen C
Blue Bell, PA

Dave was a wonderful addition to our wedding day. He was very professional and personable.

- Jonathan N
Exeter, PA

Dave Baker was great to work with! We were very happy with his services. He sounded wonderful at the ceremony and he was very easy to work with prior to our wedding day. We couldn’t have asked for a better musician!

- Toni V
Haddonfield, NJ

Dave is very professional and extremely talented. He was a perfect fit for our ceremony and cocktail hour.

- Jared S
Pittstown, NJ

We had Dave Baker for our daughter’s wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. He did a fantastic job and everyone raved about the music played. We would highly recommend him for an event.

- Mary N
Avondale, PA

Dave, I would like to take this opportunity to personally Thank You and to let you know how pleased my husband and I were. Thank you for making one of the most important days of my life so memorable. Love, Roslyn W.

- Roslyn B
Washington, DC

Dave played solo acoustic guitar during our wedding ceremony and the following cocktail hour. Our ceremony was outside, but he brought his amp and sounded great. He played traditional songs as the wedding party entered and as the bride walked down the aisle. We wanted him to play the Beatles’ Here Comes the Sun for the recessional and he was happy to accommodate us. Many guests commented on how well his music complemented the cocktail hour. We highly recommend Dave, he’s a talented professional!

- Ben L
Philadelphia, PA

It was a pleasure to have Dave work with us, he was amazing. Thank you for being part of making our event a success.

- Joseph O
Feasterville Trevose, PA

Dave did a wonderful job playing at our open house for our funeral home. We allowed families and friends to visit our funeral home in a relaxed atmosphere to meet our family and we wanted an acoustic guitarist to provide upbeat and contemporary music for our guests. Guests commented how wonderful Dave played just outside the main entrance and it complimented the outdoor catering that occurred near our parking area. We cannot say enough about Dave’s professionalism and ability to play all types of music to keep our guests entertained. Thanks again Dave. Jason and Michele Oz

- Jason O
Doylestown, PA

Dave was great from the first time I called him – back in March – to the week before the event he always answered his phone to answer my questions and was very obliging – so I felt confident in him. His performance was very professional and perfect for our event at the Magic Gardens. Background music for a social evening. I would definitely recommend him to anyone else. We listened to his demo cd’s and they were a good representation of his performance.

- Jenny H,
Philadelphia, PA

Dave is a consummate professional. With all the other details we had to worry about for our big wedding day, it was great to leave his part in his capable hands. A number of our guests commented on what a great job he did and how much they enjoyed his music.

- Tim D
Philadelphia, PA

Dave was very professional, courteous and accommodating. His music was just the right kind of music we wanted for our wedding during the dinner. We did not ask him to play a specific playlist, and left it to his selection, and everything he played was great. Thanks Dave for making our special day all the more special.

- Robi P
Narberth, PA

Dave played a great set of music at our wedding, both during the ceremony and cocktail hour. he was very willing to play the songs that we were interested in hearing and was quick to resolve a song misunderstanding prior to the event. His talent aside (which is indisputable), he was extremely professional and pleasant to work with. I would highly recommend him based on these qualities and his willingness to cater to the wants and needs of the client.
Thanks again Dave!

- Drew + Jill - Andrew L.
Philadelphia, PA

Everything was great, we received a lot of praise from our guests. I’ve never hired a musician before, but it was very easy and enjoyable. thanks Dave!

- Kevin H
Bensalem, PA

Professional, courteous, on time, everything you would want from a vendor on your wedding day. Great experience, definitely would recommend him to anyone wanting a talented guitarist for their event.

- Steve M
New Hope, PA

Dave was incredible. He knew exactly what we wanted and gave us 100% for the evening. He arrived early and stayed a little late. I would certainly consider him for another one of our events.

- Susan H
Doylestown, PA

Dave was amazing. He always returned our phone calls and learned the music that we wanted for the wedding. I would recommend him to anyone for any event.

- Candice G
Sicklerville, NJ

David was a professional with amazing talent!

- Nikole M
Philadelphia, PA

Dave Baker helped make our wedding day into a magical celebration. He was very flexible in what songs we wanted to be played and he even learned 2 songs that we had requested. He had a great attitude, kept good contact throughout the planning process, and played a magnificent performance. We will be passing along Dave Baker’s name to as many people as we can. Thanks Dave!

- Erin M
Washington, DC

Dave did an incredible job for our function over the weekend! We are definitely looking forward to hiring him again in the near future!!

- Erin S
Mohnton, PA

Professional, talented, accommodating, easy to work with, knew exactly what to do & when to do it. Even learned a new song for us! Great job! Thank you so much, Dave!

-Libby C
Villanova, PA

Dave was fantastic and everyone commented on his talent and professionalism during the ceremony and cocktail hour. We couldn’t have asked for better! Thank you Dave!

- Elayne O
Philadelphia, PA

Dave was great!!

- Jon J
Harrisburg, PA

The quality and professionalism of Dave’s performance contributed greatly to the success of my parent’s anniversary party. His skillful guitar playing and excellent song selection provided a tasteful backdrop, uplifting the liveliness and enjoyablility of the event. I would ask Dave Baker to perform at future celebrations, and can recommend him without hesitation.

- George Z
Narberth, PA

Dave is a wonderful guitar player. He made my husband’s birthday party extra special. He was very gracious – even rearranging his own personal plans to play at our party with very short notice. I would highly recommend Dave!

- Carol M
Belle Mead, NJ

Dave was fun, professional, exceptionally nice to all my guests. They Loved HIM!!!! I didn’t want him to leave. I would definitely hire him again and recommend him to my friends. Geri Kennedy

- Geri K
Sellersville, PA

Dave was a true professional, his volume was perfect for the room and his selections of music were perfect. We will recommend Dave to anyone looking for a classical guitarist.

- Eric H
Wilmington, DE

Dave learned and arranged three special songs for our wedding, sent us MP3s to make sure they sounded all right! He did a fantastic job! Thank you Dave, we really appreciate the work you put into our special day!

- Hillary and Gary
Hillary D
Philadelphia, PA

Dave Baker was a nice addition to our awards banquet. It really put the whole event over the top. Thanks Dave!

- Dan H
Mendenhall, PA

Dave came early, was very accommodating, very professional, well dressed, played wonderful music for our wedding and we would love to have him again! Chadds Ford, PA

- Tookie C
Chadds Ford, PA

Top notch.

- Mark M
Wilmington, DE

We hired Dave to provide background music for our holiday luncheon. He was entertaining and engaging without being obtrusive; i.e. everyone could talk over the music. I would highly recommend him for any event.

- Pat M
Plymouth Meeting, PA

We were extremely pleased with Dave Baker’s performance. His musicianship is certainly of true concert quality. We had a number of musician friends who commented on his beautiful playing. His choice of music was perfect. Very enjoyable to listen to without being intrusive to conversation. Dave Baker is obviously a true professional, and a very pleasant person to deal with. He was very prompt in responding to emails. We would certainly hire him again. A few of our guests took his name for their own future events.

- Ellen B
Washington, DC

I was very pleased with Dave. I was a little nervous since I only hired via this web site. I never heard of Dave prior. We had a 300 person dinner. Dave played for the cocktail hour and also most of dinner. He was very accomodating and professional. He made sure he was not too loud or too soft. Great job!

- Bob C
Drexel Hill, PA

I would give Dave a 10 out of 5 for accommodating our needs. A couple of weeks before our wedding we had to change one of our songs and Dave was very helpful in picking a new one as well as sending a sound clip. Everything was great and we couldn’t have been happier!!

- Andrew H
Bensalem, PA

Recommend! (no additional comments)

- Kate G
Macungie, PA

Dave is easy going and exceedingly professional with good wit and character to match, guest commented on how talented the musician was and that his range of differing styles of music was wide. Dave made our day special and memorable and I would recommend him without reservations.

- Jeff F
Philadelphia, PA

Overall Dave was great. The guests loved him.

- Julia M
Bensalem, PA

Dave was easy to work with, and very talented. He was one time, professional appearance, gracious, and offered some good suggestions to accomodate what we were looking for. I recommend Dave!

- Diana G
Pylesville, MD

Dave was on time and flexible with his performance when asked to continue playing. He played excellent classical guitar for our event of 200 people, and I received many comments on the quality of his playing. He is a talented and pleasant person all around. I would have him back any time!

- Bill D
Philadelphia, PA

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- Nicole H
Morrisville, PA

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- Karen S
Lafayette Hill, PA

Dave was a great addition to our reception. This was for a business conference, not a country club. He played for the reception as background music and did a great job. We will use him in the future when we visit the great town of Philly. Judy High Peaks Associates Conference Manager

- Judy S
Philadelphia, PA

Dave was great…and a real nice guy as well…..

- Joe R
Hamilton, NJ

Dave was very agreeable and a nice man. He arrived early and agreed to play an extra hour as our guests arrived late. However, he sounds better on
line than live. It sounded like he was playing the same thing over and over. He did not play any holiday music that I heard.

- Cathy H
Somerset, NJ

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- Jeffrey C
Philadelphia, PA

It could not have been better.

- Gary S
Annapolis, MD

Dave was great!

- Erin S
Mohnton, PA

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- Alex S
Baltimore, MD

Dave was great: on time, professional, and the music was great.

- Liz W
Rosemont, PA

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- Peter K
Mohnton, PA

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- Lindsey B
Phoenixville, PA

Dave provided the perfect background for the perfect day.

- Tom T
Newark, DE

Dave was great! Very responsive and helpful in planning the details leading up to our wedding, and punctual and professional the day of the event. The music was great too. Thanks for an awesome day, Dave!!

- Steve G
Phoenixville, PA

beautiful music. beautiful talent. wish we could have experienced him for longer/had him play for more then 2 hours.

- Sarah M
Philadelphia, PA

Dave was great to work with. He did a wonderful job with the music for both our wedding ceremony and the cocktail hour. I got so many compliments from my guests about the music. It was absolutely beautiful. I would recommend Dave without hesitation to anyone looking for an acoustic guitar player.

- Kelly M
Philadelphia, PA

He was by far the easiest “vendor” we worked with during the entire wedding! He couldn’t have been more accommodating or professional. He matched the feel of our wedding perfectly and I would definitely recommend him to others!

- Meredith G
Philadelphia, PA

Very pleased. Dave was exactly what we needed for our party. He was accommodating and pleasant to work with.

- Marie R
Philadelphia, PA

Dave was easy to work with and very amenable to any requests

- Madeline B
Fogelsville, PA

Dave was the perfect choice to play for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour! Thank you!

- Peggy L
Philadelphia, PA

Great background for our cocktail party and was very easy to book and communicate with.

- Mary Beth M
Philadelphia, PA

Dave was so helpful from start to finish. His music was great and he was so easy to work with. Great guy. I recommend him without hesitation.

- Greg D
Eagleville, PA

We were very pleased with Dave. He was professional and his music really added to our party. I would definitely use him for another party.

- Debbie S
Berlin, NJ

Despite an approaching hurricane Dave came out and performed everything beautifully just as we discussed. I received several compliments on our cocktail music thanks to Dave!

- Johna C
Trenton, NJ

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- Melissa C
Newtown Square, PA

Dave was punctual, professional, and accommodated all of our requests. We were very happy with his performance for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. We recommend him to anyone needing a performer for their wedding. Four thumbs up!!

- Candice K
Hellertown, PA

I thought Dave was great and just very easy to work with for our event. Thanks Dave! All the guests were very happy with your play.

- Paul R
Wilmington, DE

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- Kate H
Annapolis, MD

He was perfect for my mother’s birthday brunch.

- Molli T
Chester, PA

Dave was incredible. He knew exactly what we wanted and gave us 100% for the evening. He arrived early and stayed a little late. I would certainly consider him for another one of our events.”

- Susan H, Doylestown, PA

Professional, talented, accommodating, easy to work with, knew exactly what to do & when to do it. Even learned a new song for us! Great job! Thank you so much, Dave!”

- Libby C, Villanova, PA

I wanted to extend my sincere appreciation for your performance at the Lowes's Hotel Familiarization weekend client dinner. No matter what size event, we can always count on your talent and professionalism to provide our client's with the highest quality music.
Thank you for another great job and we look forward to working with you on future events.”

- Jeff Feinberg
President, Roberts Event Group
Jenkintown, PA

- Bob C.
Church Service
Drexel Hill, PA

- Bill D.
Grand Opening
Philadelphia, PA

Just a brief note to let you know how pleased we are with your performance at the Paxon Hollow Country Club cocktail hour of our daughters wedding reception. While I would not attempt to write a technical description of your mastery of the acoustical guitar, to paraphrase a cliché – I know an accomplished artist when I hear one!! The music selection, quality of sound and skill of your performance set the tone for the night – Quality and Class. Every guest had high praise for the performance. It was truly outstanding. Thank you again and kindest regards.”

- Rod Donnelly
VP – Sales SCB Solutions Inc.
Havertown, PA

Dave plays the most elegant guitar music. Our guests at our art affair were most pleased. We loved the music. ”

- Chestnut Hill College
Philadelphia, PA

Dave was a hit at our affair at the Hershey Museum last June and we are having him back this June. He knows how to please. “

- Cura Hospitality
Hershey, PA

Dave’s acoustic classical guitar artistry gave a special touch to our company affair aboard the Moshulu Restaurant. Everyone loved his playing.”

- Dick Clement
Nationwide
Philadelphia, PA

Hi Dave-
Just wanted to thank you again for playing at our wedding. Our guests are still raving about your music. It was the perfect touch to our day. I’m sorry I didn’t get a chance to say goodbye or thank you in person. Things are crazy when you’re the bride 😉
I hope you enjoyed yourself as much as we did.
Thank you again!

- Tracy & Jeremiah

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