John Demas Music Tampa Bay

John G. Demas (author, educator, inventor and performer) is the Program Coordinator for Classical Guitar Studies at the University of Tampa, the Program Coordinator for Jazz and Classical Guitar Studies at Hillsborough College and a freelance musician in the state of Florida for over four decades.

John G. Demas - author, educator, inventor, and performer

John Demas 813.240.5199 johngdemas@gmail.com

Acoustic Guitar - Classical Guitar - Jazz Guitar - Violin/Guitar Duo - Flute/Guitar Duo

Greek Bouzouki - Mandolin - Oud - Continental Music - Greek Band - Jazz Combos

Professional Showmanship, with a Great Sound, Appearance & Repertoire.

LIVE MUSIC FOR:

WEDDING CEREMONIES - RECEPTIONS - ENGAGEMENT PARTIES - COCKTAIL PARTIES - ANNIVERSARY PARTIES -

BABY SHOWERS - HOLIDAY PARTIES, THEME PARTIES - BAR MITZVAHS - CORPORATE EVENTS - COUNTRY CLUBS & MORE!

WHY HIRE ME? EXPERIENCE

♦ I will provide you with the best live music money can buy, tailored to your needs.

♦ I have a vast repertoire ranging from: classical guitar, chamber music, Jazz, Rock, Greek Bouzouki and World Music at its finest.

♦ All my musicians: read music, play all styles and have top of the line equipment. Their level of experience, knowledge, talent and professionalism is stellar.

♦ All my music is rehearsed to excellence to provide an exciting blend of energy and elegance to your special occasion.

♦ Gifted and Skilled showmanship that creates an interactive experience that will be enjoyed by all.

♦Always dressed to impress!

♦I love what I do.

WHAT EXPERIENCE I OFFER YOU: PROVEN TRACK RECORD

♦️ Knowledge gained from four decades as a full-time, professional musician.

♦ Six years of studies as an alumnus of Miami-Dade College and the University of Miami

♦️ Technical skill and Knowledge gained having earned my Degree with Honors in Classical Guitar Performance from University of South Florida in 1985.

♦️ A Certified Professor who currently teaches at universities credentialed by SACS: Southern Association of Colleges and National Association Schools of Music (NASM).

MY MUSICAL TIME LINE

♦️ A judge and frequent presenter of Master Classes: Solo & Ensemble and Musical Performance Assessments (MPA's) throughout the state of Florida by many performing arts schools … including Blake High School and Harrison School of the Arts.

♦️ Dedicated and Adaptable Educator who plays and teaches all styles of music while relating well with all ages and levels of people.

♦️ Lead/directed Pinellas All County Guitar Festival 17/18.

♦️ Has toured and recorded with top musicians worldwide.

♦️ In the 60’s I developed a love and passion for music.

♦️ In the 70’s I performed in numerous school productions and rock bands throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio and WestVirginia.

♦️ In the 80’s I attended college, earned my degrees and honed my craft as a performer, soloist and recording artist.

♦️ In the 90’s I authored several books and was recognized as a top producer of classical guitar and the Greek Bouzouki.

♦️ From 2000 on I have educated, lectured, inspired and supported thousands of artist to follow their passion, start their own teaching studio or market their music.

CLASSICAL GUITAR & GREEK BOUZOUKI TAMPA FL