Jim Perona Classical Guitarist from Wheaton, IL

Introduction: Jim Perona, a top-rated solo guitarist based in Wheaton, IL, is a multi-award-winning artist recognized for his exceptional talent and versatile musical repertoire. With over a decade of experience performing at a wide range of events, Jim has earned accolades such as: "Top National Guitarist" on The Bash "Best of Weddings" and "Hall of Fame" on The Knot "Couple's Choice Award" on WeddingWire Client Acclaim: Jim’s performances have garnered over 500 publicly-posted 5-star reviews across various platforms. His clients consistently praise his: -Musical talent and professionalism -Genuine enjoyment and engagement at each event -Whether setting the mood at a relaxed dinner-party-style wedding, enhancing a milestone anniversary, or adding elegance to corporate functions, Jim’s tailored guitar sets elevate any occasion. Versatility: From wedding ceremonies to corporate gatherings and cocktail hours, Jim transforms events into unforgettable experiences. He is known for: -Flexibility in song selection -Accommodating song requests -A warm, personable demeanor -Many clients are eager to rehire Jim for future celebrations. Custom Song Arrangements: One of Jim’s unique qualities is his ability to arrange any song for solo guitar, offering clients virtually limitless musical options. His repertoire spans over: -500 years of music, including Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras -Contemporary hits from the past 80+ years From Bach to the Beatles, Jim transforms each song into a captivating instrumental piece that suits any event. Why Choose Jim Perona? If you're seeking a musician with unique talent, professionalism, and dedication, Jim Perona is the perfect choice. His ability to adapt to any musical style and commitment to creating a unique and special performance ensures an unforgettable live music experience for you and your guests. Contact Jim Today: Book Jim Perona for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and more. Providing memorable live music is his passion and profession, and your event deserves nothing less.

• Kiss the Rain | Yiruma
• Malagueña | Pepe Romero
• Colombianas | Traditional
• Los Caireles - Zapateado | Sabicas
• Soleares | Traditional
• Mantilla de Feria | Esteban de Sanlucar
• Panaderos | Sanlucar
• Zapateado En Re | Sabicas
• When I'm Sixty-Four | The Beatles
• Fantasia X | Alonso Mudarra
• Jingle Bells | James Lord Pierpont
• White Christmas | Bing Crosby
• We Wish You a Merry Christmas | Traditional
• Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer | Johnny Marks
• O Holy Night | Nat King Cole
• Winter Wonderland | Dean Martin
• Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas | Judy Garland
• Santa Claus Is Coming To Town | John Frederick Coots and Haven Gillespie
• Jingle Bell Rock | Bobby Helms
• Little Drummer Boy | Katherine Kennicott Davis
• O Christmas Tree | Traditional German
• Let It Snow | Dean Martin
• What Child is This? (Greensleeves) | Traditional English
• Joy to the World | George F. Handel
• Angels We Have Heard On Hight | Traditional Latin
• Ave Maria | Franz Schubert
• Canon in D | Johann Pachelbel
• Bridal Chorus | Richard Wagner
• Wedding March | Felix Mendelssohn
• Prelude from Cello Suite No. 1 | Johann Sebastian Bach
• Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring | J.S. Bach
• Prelude No. 1 from The Well-Tempered Clavier | J.S. Bach
• Air on the G String | J.S. Bach
• Bourree in e minor from Suite BWV 996 | J.S. Bach
• Prelude in E Major from Suite BWV 1006a | J.S. Bach
• Prelude from Suite BWV 998 | J.S. Bach
• Romanza | Traditional
• Recuerdos de la Alhambra | Francisco Tarrega
• Estudio Brillante | Tarrega
• Capricho Arabe | Tarrega
• Adelita | Tarrega
• Asturias | Isaac Albeniz
• Tango | Albeniz
• Sevilla | Albeniz
• Romance de los Pinos | Federico Moreno Torroba
• Danza Paraguaya | Augstin Barrios
• Canco del Lladre | Miguel Llobet
• El Colibri | Julio Sagreras
• Canarios | Gaspar Sanz
• El Humahuaqueno | Edmundo Zaldivar
• Etude #1 | Heitor Villa-Lobos
• Etude #25 | Matteo Carcassi
• Classical Gas | Mason Williams
• Guajiras de Lucia (Flamenco) | Paco de Lucia
• Punta y Tacon (Flamenco) | Sabicas
• Midnight Express | Nuno Bettencourt
• Farruca (Flamenco) | Traditional
• 4 Sevillanas (Flamenco) | Traditional
• Fandangos de Huelva (Flamenco) | Traditional
• Cavatina | Stanley Meyers
• River Flows In You | Yiruma
• Eight Days a Week | The Beatles
• All You Need Is Love | Beatles
• I Saw Her Standing There | Beatles
• Girl | Beatles
• Here Comes the Sun | Beatles
• Here, There and Everywhere | Beatles
• If I Fell | Beatles
• In My Life | Beatles
• While My Guitar Gently Weeps | Beatles
• Ob-La-Di Ob-La-Da | Beatles
• She Loves You | Beatles
• With A Little Help From My Friends | Beatles
• I've Just Seen A Face | Beatles
• Hide Your Love Away | Beatles
• We Can Work It Out | Beatles
• Hey Jude | Beatles
• Across the Universe | Beatles
• Something | Beatles
• Yesterday | Beatles
• Blackbird | Beatles
• Let It Be | Beatles
• Eleanor Rigby | Beatles
• Tonight You Belong to Me | Patience & Prudence (made famous by Steve Martin in "The Jerk")
• Besame Mucho | Consuelo Velázquez
• Daydream Believer | The Monkees
• I'm a Believer | The Monkees
• Be My Baby | The Ronettes
• God Only Knows | The Beach Boys
• Wouldn't It Be Nice | The Beach Boys
• Space Oddity | David Bowie
• Moon River | Andy Williams
• Forever In Blue Jeans | Neil Diamond
• Sweet Caroline | Neil Diamond
• Country Roads | John Denver
• Heart of Gold | Neil Young
• Peace Train | Cat Stevens
• Proud Mary | Creedence Clearwater Revival
• What Is Life | George Harrison
• Imagine | John Lennon
• Maybe I'm Amazed | Paul McCartney
• My Valentine | Paul McCartney
• Your Song | Elton John
• Can You Feel the Love Tonight? | Elton John
• Tiny Dancer | Elton John
• Time in a Bottle | Jim Croce
• Follow You Follow Me | Genesis
• Close to You | Carpenters
• Dance With Me | Orleans
• Amie | Pure Prairie League
• D'yer Maker | Led Zeppelin
• Stairway to Heaven | Led Zeppelin
• Passionate Kisses | Lucinda Williams
• Make You Feel My Love | Bob Dylan (in the style of Adele)
• If I Ain't Got You | Alicia Keys
• Somewhere Over the Rainbow | Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
• You Were Meant For Me | Jewel
• This Year's Love | David Gray
• Bless the Broken Road | Rascal Flatts
• Whatever It Is | Zac Brown Band
• Brown Eyed Girl | Van Morrison
• At Last | Etta James
• Falling Slowly | Glen Hansard (from the film "Once")
• Love Me Tender | Elvis
• It's Now or Never | Elvis
• I Can't Help Falling In Love | Elvis
• Hawaiian Wedding Song | Elvis
• Stand By Me | Ben E. King
• Nothing Else Matters | Metallica
• Making Memories Of Us | Keith Urban
• Feels Like Home | Chantal Kreviazuk
• Wish You Were Here | Pink Floyd
• Comfortably Numb | Pink Floyd
• Another Brick in the Wall part 2 | Pink Floyd
• Boulevard of Broken Dreams | Green Day
• Wildflowers | Tom Petty
• Always On My Mind | Willie Nelson
• Sweet Child O' Mine | Guns 'n' Roses
• Hallelujah | Leonard Cohen
• Take On Me | A-Ha
• Can't Fight this Feeling | REO Speedwagon
• Hotel California | The Eagles
• Love Will Keep Us Alive | Eagles
• More Than Words | Extreme
• Don't Stop Believin' | Journey
• Happy Together | The Turtles
• Something In The Way She Moves | James Taylor
• Wonderful Tonight | Eric Clapton
• Change the World | Eric Clapton
• Everything | Michael Bublé
• End of the Road | Umphrey's McGee
• Margaritaville | Jimmy Buffet
• Harvest Moon | Neil Young
• You're My Best Friend | Queen
• I'm Yours | Jason Mraz
• Angel | Jack Johnson
• Better Together | Jack Johnson
• My Girl | The Temptations
• How Deep Is Your Love | Bee Gees
• As Time Goes By | Herman Hupfeld (from "Casablanca")
• September | Earth, Wind & Fire
• Wild Horses | Rolling Stones
• The Book of Love | Peter Gabriel
• I Only Want To Be With You | Dusty Springfield
• Home | Phillip Phillips
• Iris | Goo Goo Dolls
• Just Breathe | Pearl Jam
• Kokomo | The Beach Boys
• Under The Bridge | Red Hot Chili Peppers
• A Thousand Years | Christina Perri
• Landslide | Fleetwood Mac
• What A Wonderful World | Louie Armstrong
• Come Away With Me | Norah Jones
• Marry Me | Train
• Rainbow Connection | (From the Muppet movies) Paul Williams & Kenneth Acher
• The Way You Look Tonight | Dorothy Fields & Jerome Kern
• Billie Jean | Michael Jackson
• You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling | Righteous Brothers
• City of Blinding Lights | U2
• Glycerine | Bush
• My Hero | Foo Fighters
• Get Lucky | Daft Punk
• Marry You | Bruno Mars
• I Want You to Want Me | Cheap Trick
• Surrender | Cheap Trick
• (Oh) Pretty Woman | Roy Orbison
• I Will Follow You Into the Dark | Death Cab for Cutie
• Bridge Over Troubled Waters | Simon & Garfunkel
• The Luckiest | Ben Folds
• Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You | Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
• All Of Me | John Legend
• You and Me | Dave Matthews Band
• Another Saturday Night | Sam Cooke
• You've Got a Friend In Me | Randy Newman (from Toy Story)
• Isn't She Lovely | Stevie Wonder
• Sunshine of my Life | Stevie Wonder
• Signed, Sealed, Delivered | Stevie Wonder
• A Whole New World | Alan Menken & Time Rice (from "Aladdin")
• Kiss the Girl | (from The Little Mermaid) - Alan Menken & Howard Ashman
• Seasons of Love | From "Rent" - Jonathan Larson
• Storybook Love | Mark Knopfler