Classical Guitar Player in Detroit
Steven Dearing — Six-Time Detroit Music Award Winner
Looking for a classical guitar player in Detroit? Steven Dearing is Metro Detroit's most accomplished classical guitarist with a Master's degree in Guitar Performance, 30+ years of professional experience, and six Detroit Music Awards. Available for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and concerts.
Detroit's Premier Classical Guitar Player
Steven Dearing is the most credentialed classical guitar player in Detroit and the Metro Detroit area. Whether you need a solo classical guitarist for a wedding ceremony, elegant background music for a corporate gala, or a concert performance, Steven delivers world-class artistry backed by credentials no other Detroit classical guitar player can match.
Based in Farmington Hills, Steven has been a fixture of Detroit's classical music scene for over three decades. He has performed at the region's most prestigious venues and has been heard as a soloist, chamber musician, and guest soloist with orchestra at Detroit's finest concert halls.
Why Steven Dearing Is Detroit's Top Classical Guitar Player
Master's in Guitar Performance
Wayne State University — Detroit's own world-class music school
6 Detroit Music Awards
More awards than any other classical guitar player in Detroit history
30+ Years Performing
Professional performances since 1992 at Detroit's finest venues
23 Years University Faculty
Adjunct Professor of Music at University of Windsor (1995–2018)
500+ Weddings Performed
Detroit's most experienced wedding guitarist, solo and with The Dearing Concert Duo
International Concert Career
Performances in USA, Canada & UK including Cheltenham International Music Festival
2 Professional Recordings
Detroit Music Award-winning albums available on all major platforms
200+ Song Repertoire
Classical, Spanish, popular, and contemporary arrangements for any occasion
Hire a Classical Guitar Player in Detroit
Wedding Ceremonies
Elegant solo classical guitar creating the perfect atmosphere for your ceremony. Prelude, processional, recessional, and everything in between. Over 500 Detroit-area weddings performed.
Cocktail Hours & Receptions
Sophisticated background music setting the mood for your cocktail hour, dinner reception, or after-party. Seamless transitions between classical and popular favorites.
Corporate Events & Galas
Professional live guitar for corporate dinners, award ceremonies, fundraisers, and holiday parties. Refined music that enhances without overpowering conversation.
Private Parties & Dinners
Intimate live classical guitar for birthday celebrations, anniversary dinners, holiday gatherings, and special occasions in your home or venue.
Concert Performances
Full recital programs featuring classical, Spanish, and South American guitar repertoire. Available for concert series, cultural events, and music festivals.
Memorial Services
Thoughtful, dignified musical accompaniment for memorial services and celebrations of life. Compassionate and professional at every moment.
Classical Guitar Repertoire Highlights
Steven's repertoire of 200+ songs ensures the perfect music for any Detroit event:
Classical Favorites
- Canon in D (Pachelbel)
- Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (Bach)
- Ave Maria (Schubert)
- Romanza (Anonymous)
- Cavatina (Myers)
Spanish & Latin
- Recuerdos de la Alhambra (Tarrega)
- Asturias (Albeniz)
- Spanish Romance
- Malagueña
- Brazilian Samba selections
Popular & Contemporary
- Here Comes the Sun (Beatles)
- Wonderful Tonight (Clapton)
- A Thousand Years (Perri)
- Over the Rainbow
- Moon River
Wedding Processionals
- Bridal Chorus (Wagner)
- Wedding March (Mendelssohn)
- Air on the G String (Bach)
- Ode to Joy (Beethoven)
- Trumpet Voluntary (Clarke)
Detroit Venues Where Steven Has Performed
Steven has been the classical guitar player of choice at Metro Detroit's most prestigious venues:
Want More Than Solo Guitar? The Dearing Concert Duo
Steven also performs with his wife Abha Dearing as The Dearing Concert Duo — featuring classical guitar with soprano voice and flute. Get three distinct musical voices from just two musicians. Same world-class quality, expanded musical possibilities.
500+ weddings | 6 Detroit Music Awards | 25+ years together
Visit Dearing Concert DuoClassical Guitar Player Service Areas in Detroit & Metro Detroit
Steven performs throughout the greater Detroit metropolitan area and beyond:
Oakland County
- Farmington Hills (Home Base)
- Birmingham
- Bloomfield Hills
- Troy
- Novi
- Rochester Hills
- West Bloomfield
- Southfield
Wayne County
- Detroit
- Livonia
- Plymouth
- Northville
- Canton
- Dearborn
- Grosse Pointe
Washtenaw County
- Ann Arbor
- Ypsilanti
- Saline
Macomb & Beyond
- Sterling Heights
- Shelby Township
- Lansing
- Grand Rapids
- Traverse City
Frequently Asked Questions — Classical Guitar Player Detroit
Who is the best classical guitar player in Detroit?
Steven Dearing is widely recognized as Detroit's best classical guitar player. He holds a Master's degree in Guitar Performance from Wayne State University, has won six Detroit Music Awards, served 23 years as Adjunct Professor at the University of Windsor, and has over 30 years of professional performance experience at Detroit's finest venues including Meadow Brook Hall, The Henry Ford, and the Detroit Institute of Arts.
How much does it cost to hire a classical guitar player in Detroit?
The cost to hire a classical guitar player in Detroit varies by event type and duration. Steven Dearing provides custom quotes based on your specific needs. Whether you need a solo guitarist for a one-hour wedding ceremony or a full evening of music for a corporate gala, contact Steven at 248-866-0935 for a personalized quote.
Can I hire a solo classical guitarist for a wedding in Detroit?
Yes! Steven Dearing is one of Detroit's most experienced wedding guitarists with over 500 weddings performed. He offers solo classical guitar for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions at venues throughout Metro Detroit. He also performs as part of The Dearing Concert Duo with soprano and flute for a fuller sound. His repertoire includes over 200 songs spanning classical, popular, and contemporary arrangements.
What areas does Steven Dearing serve as a classical guitar player?
Steven performs throughout Metro Detroit and all of Southeast Michigan, including Detroit, Farmington Hills, Troy, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Novi, Rochester Hills, Livonia, Ann Arbor, Grosse Pointe, Dearborn, Plymouth, Northville, Canton, West Bloomfield, and Southfield. He is also available for events throughout Michigan and destination performances.
What kind of music does a classical guitar player perform?
A professional classical guitar player like Steven Dearing performs a wide range of music including traditional classical guitar repertoire (Bach, Tarrega, Barrios), Spanish guitar, romantic classical pieces (Romanza, Cavatina), popular wedding favorites (Canon in D, Ave Maria, Here Comes the Sun), and South American guitar music. Steven's 200+ song repertoire covers styles from Renaissance to contemporary.
What qualifications should a professional classical guitar player have?
A qualified professional classical guitar player should have formal music education (ideally a Master's degree in Guitar Performance), extensive performance experience, professional awards or recognition, and a track record of reliable event performances. Steven Dearing exceeds all these criteria with his Master's from Wayne State University, 23 years as university faculty, six Detroit Music Awards, two professional recordings, and 30+ years of concert and event performance experience.
Does Steven Dearing also offer guitar lessons in Detroit?
Yes, Steven Dearing offers professional guitar lessons at his studio in Farmington Hills, Michigan, conveniently located for students from throughout Metro Detroit. He teaches classical, electric, folk, and finger-style guitar using the Royal Conservatory of Music method. Online lessons are also available. Lessons are $100 per hour for university-level instruction.
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