Today we’d like to introduce you to Ian Mciver
Hi Ian, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I started playing Music professionally in 2000.
The first wedding I was ever hired to play happen to be on September 11, 2001, Just a little bit pressure to lighten the mood there!
Since then, I have played many, And I always look upon it as a privilege and a pleasure to add to a couple’s special day.
Here in Utah, I play private events, restaurants, bars, and concerts. In 2023 I performed almost 300 live shows, And on track to break that number in 2024.
I just enjoy sharing music with the world and offering music to enhance and color events and experiences.
Greatest job ever.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
There have been plenty of challenges, one that I think is really unique, is that most people don’t hire live musicians on regular basis, they have a hard time articulating what they want, and sometimes they don’t even know what they are looking for.
I’ve worked very hard to develop an ear for the client’s needs & the communication skills along with drawing on a breadth of professional experience to be able to draw that out so that I can craft a musical experience that exceeds the expectations of my client & their guests.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I have a smoky deep voice.
Frank Sinatra meets Ray Charles.
I pay this with acoustic guitar and work on simple but beautiful arrangements that complement any special experience without being to him interruptive.
My focus is 100% on enhancement, not on being the center of attention. I’m there to make what’s already happening even better and I stay Laser focused on that.
We love surprises, fun facts and unexpected stories. Is there something you can share that might surprise us?
I was a professional river guide for 18 years. So I have essentially spent my adult life in career as an entertainer in one form or another.
I’ve served as an officiant twice.
I also have a nasty jumpshot.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.ianmcivermusic.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.real.mciver/?hl=en
- Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/ianmciverjh
- Youtube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCUIYZ38jS1qxOTt2FvhK4yA
