Meet the Artist
Chris
An award winning wedding guitarist that creates unique experiences that will have your guests talking about your wedding for years to come.
Featured on shows like This is SF, Chris has quickly become one of the most sought after wedding musicians in the Bay Area.
With numerous awards including winning the Andy Summer's Guitar Competitions and being a featured performer at the 2022 Startup World Cup Competition Chris has performed for grammy-winning artists, Hollywood celebrities, and Fortune 500 CEOs.
LOVES: brownies, Gin Fizz Ramos, and smoked foods
My Mission
I'm Here As Your Biggest Fan.
California born and raised, I currently reside in the San Francisco Bay Area with a passion to create the most amazing soundtrack to the most important events in your life. From the age of 14 I knew that I wanted to pursue music but it wasn't until I graduated with a Masters in Classical Guitar Performance that I realized how much I loved playing for peoples weddings and events.
There is a certain excitement in the air playing music for people. It has a power to elevate an event to a more personal level. It makes guests dance, sing, or cry but in the end it is really about creating an environment where guests can connect to each other. I want your guests to gasp at how amazing your wedding is and make is the centerpiece of their conversation.
All About: Slow Mornings, Photography, Minimalism,Technology, Local Food, Travel, Fine Dining, Beaches, Exercise
Every event has special meaning to me. It is where I connect to people the best. Being able to find out that the last song that I played was the song they had their first kiss or was the song that they had their first dance. Each event is a chance to create new memories and relive the old ones.
Favorite artists
Jason Mraz, Chris Stapleton, Kaskade, The Civil Wars, John Mayer, Kesha, Lido.
the real
Chris J Nicklin
Behind all the social media, work, and great suits I am actually a pretty low key person, but you won't know that when I am at your wedding. On my days off I usually play some music, enjoy the outdoors, and spend time with loved ones.
Some fun facts about me. I like to call myself a golden kiwi because I am a dual citizen to New Zealand and the U.S but I was born in the golden state of California. I'm the biggest foodie in the world and attempting to create the perfect Gin Fizz Ramos (long way to go). My personality tests are INTJ and enneagram 4w3. Current obsessions include ferrets, color theory, holistic health, and bread making.
If you are planning an event, I'd love to party with you and make it one for the ages.