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About this Experience

What you'll do:

You'll have your own live acoustic guitarist show up wherever you and your crew are hanging out in San Diego, no venue required, no logistics headache.

  • Set the scene — Tell Ryan what vibe you're going for, and he'll read the room and build a set around it, from laid-back background music to full-on sing-along mode.

  • Make your requests — Call out your favorite songs, and he'll work them into the performance so the playlist actually feels personal.

  • Choose your setting — Whether you're at an Airbnb, a private dinner, a rooftop, or the beach, Ryan brings the performance to you.

  • Sit back and enjoy — Two full hours of live acoustic music while you and your group do exactly what you came to San Diego to do.

  • Capture the moment — A live musician in the background makes for genuinely good photos and videos, the kind people actually save.

This is the easiest way to take a solid San Diego trip and turn it into something people actually talk about after they get home. No stage, no production, just great music in the right place at the right time.

Why we love it for your party:

  • Flexible location — Ryan comes to you, so there's nothing to coordinate, travel to, or figure out: it just happens where you already are.

  • Fully personalized set — He takes song requests and tailors the performance to your group, not a generic setlist.

  • Fits any occasion — Bachelorette, birthday, anniversary, or a spontaneous night in; this works for all of them.

  • No extra planning — Adding live entertainment to your trip takes about five minutes to book and zero effort to run.

  • Genuine local talent — Ryan performs at high-profile San Diego venues and events but genuinely prefers the intimacy of private gigs where your group gets his best.

About this experience partner:

Ryan Gray is a San Diego-based acoustic guitarist with a performance résumé that includes The Loews Coronado Hotel, The San Diego International Boat Show, and the Little Italy Artwalk. He specializes in private, small-group performances for guests who want real live music, not background noise. Despite steady demand from larger venues, he built his Batch offering specifically for the kind of intimate setting where the music actually lands.

Additional information:

  • Guests must be 18 or older to book this experience.

  • Ryan will travel to your location within San Diego and confirm your address at booking.

  • Duration is 2 hours; discuss start time directly with Ryan after booking.

  • Outdoor performances are subject to noise and weather conditions at the location.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can we request specific songs?

Absolutely! Send Ryan your song requests before the event, and he'll do his best to learn and include them in your personalized set. The more notice you give, the better he can prepare.

What kind of music does Ryan play?

Ryan performs a wide range of genres, including pop, rock, country, indie, R&B, soul, classic favorites, and current hits. He can tailor the performance to your group's taste or create a balanced mix that fits the mood.

Where can Ryan perform?

Ryan travels throughout the greater San Diego area and can perform at your Airbnb, vacation rental, private home, beach gathering, rooftop, or other approved location. If you're hosting at a hotel, restaurant, or another public venue, please check with the property beforehand to make sure live amplified music is permitted.

How long is the performance?

Your booking includes up to two hours of live acoustic music. You'll coordinate the start time with Ryan after booking so the performance fits seamlessly into your plans.

Is this experience suitable for special occasions?

Definitely! Ryan's performances are a great fit for bachelorette parties, birthdays, anniversaries, family gatherings, dinner parties, and any celebration where you want a relaxed, personalized live music experience.

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