Live music that will make you smile

Maybe you want something a little different from "Here Comes the Bride." Maybe you're planning a party... in an old barn... with no electricity. Maybe your guest of honor loves Spanish classical music.

You want something special. And you want a friendly, experienced professional to help you put it all together.

Peter Richardson has played for hundreds of successful events in his 20+ year career. He's an expert at picking the perfect repertoire, putting together the right team of musicians, and nailing all the details from timeline to tux. Just check the testimonials from happy event planners, brides and grooms.

Ready to start planning your event? Email peter@richardsonguitar.com or call (434) 293-4017.

Alegria Latin Combo

Alegria Latin Combo

Alegria is Peter Richardson's Latin supergroup, drawing on the best musicians in Charlottesville, Richmond, DC and beyond to create the perfect combo for any situation. Alegria can comprise an instrumental jazz trio playing Samba and Bossa favorites - or a Salsa orchestra complete with vocals, … [Read more...]

Sabor Trio

Sabor Trio

With bassist Darrell Muller and percussionist Brian Caputo, Peter Richardson's Sabor Trio explores the boundaries of Latin flavor in modern jazz. Sabor Trio performs frequently at Escafe Restaurant in Charlottesville, often featuring guest musicians throughout the evening. … [Read more...]

Toma Que Toma Flamenco

Toma Que Toma

Toma Que Toma, a flamenco fusion ensemble from Charlottesville, Virginia, brings the virtuosic Old-World intensity of flamenco to modern American ears and eyes. Drawing on the danceable exuberance of the Gipsy Kings and the genre-bending rhythms of Spanish flamenco stadium rockers Ojos de Brujo, … [Read more...]

Solo Guitar for Special Events

Peter Richardson solo guitar

Tired of the same old bands? Solo guitar sets a perfect tone for intimate weddings, cocktail parties and any stylish event. Peter Richardson's dynamic solo performances incorporate classical, jazz, Spanish, Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, and more. Brides & grooms rely on Peter's repertoire choices … [Read more...]