Jonathan Nicholson’s melodic tunes will transport you to another realm, where emotion dances upon the very essence of your soul, and tempts to wash away the vision of a world you thought you knew.
Genre
- Instrumental Guitar
- New American Fingerstyle Guitar
- Mood Music
- Film Music
- Relaxation
From
Spokane, WA
Sounds Like
Alex DeGrassi, Michael Hedges, Will Ackerman, Andy McKee
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For a physical copy of Jonathan’s latest album, please contact
Discography
- Calliope’s Burden (1999)
- Beautiful Dreams (2000)
- 90 Days (2002)
- Sojourn (2004)
- Calliope’s End (2006)
- Between These Stars (2010)
- …They Were Evenings Like No Other (2012)
- Held So Close (2018)
- Outsider (2023)
- Pray for a Better Ending (2024)
Video
Letters I Never Sent
I remember passing by your windows, hoping your light would shine onto me…
How We Used To Fall
Bio
Jonathan Nicholson
Since 1999, Jonathan Nicholson has become known as an instrumentalist whose music is introspective, soothing, yet evocative in its colorful imagery.
A mostly self-taught guitarist who started learning in his teens, he was influenced by the subtle moods of bands like The Cure to the sheer beauty of the piano works of David Lanz and George Winston.
After a stint on the electric guitar, he returned to his initial love of the acoustic guitar. Jonathan’s music has been sold and streamed across the globe, enchanted guests at Fortune-100 company events, and has been featured in documentaries, relaxation videos, and other media.
To read more about Jonathan Nicholson, please visit the Bio page on his website.
Gigs
To view a list of Jonathan’s upcoming shows, please visit the Shows page on his website. To book a show, please call
Here is a selection of events and venues where Jonathan has performed:
- Indie Air Radio concert hall, Spokane WA
- Fall Folk Festival, Spokane WA
- YaYa Brewing Company, Spokane WA
- Maryhill Winery, Spokane WA
- Barrister Winery, Spokane WA
- Nodland Cellars, Spokane WA
- Barili Cellars, Spokane WA
- Pend d’Oreille Winery, Sandpoint ID
- Kontos Cellars, Walla Walla WA
- Northstar Winery, Walla Walla WA
- Camas Cove Cellars, Moses Lake WA
- Mozart’s Restaurant, Leavenworth WA
- Gooseridge Winery, Leavenworth WA
- Icicle Brewing Company, Leavenworth WA
- Vin Du Lac, Chelan WA
- The Davenport Grand Hotel, Spokane WA
- Greenbriar Inn / 315 Martinis and Tapas, Coeur d’Alene ID
- Hotel Ruby and Sapphire Lounge, Spokane WA
- Hopped Up Brewery, Spokane WA
- Iron Horse Bar & Grill, Spokane WA
- Latah Bistro, Spokane WA
- One World Cafe, Moscow ID
- First Avenue Coffee, Spokane WA
- The Shop, Spokane WA
- Service Station, Spokane WA
- Weddings
- Galas
- Corporate Events
Equipment
(Please note: Jonathan does not have lighting equipment.)
- AER Acoustic Amp
– H: 1-5′, W: 1′, D: 9″ - Microphone with stand
- Cables
- Chair
Press
Quotes
“Thank you for your beautiful music, which added so much to our Computer Science 40th Anniversary celebration. It was special to have you there and your playing was the sparkle that the event needed.”
– Jennifer J. Hicks, Director of Philanthropy, College of STEM, EWU University Advancement
“Jonathan Nicholson proved to be a perfect fit for our venue – blending a phenomenal command of his instrument, a deep repertoire of original musical compositions, and a visible passion for sharing his craft with an audience. We found him to be extremely talented, easy to work with, and able to deliver the right sound for our elevated dining experience. If you have the opportunity to allow Jonathan to grace your stage – I can tell you that you won’t be disappointed. I sure wasn’t!”
– Zack Ard, Marketing Director, Mozart’s Restaurant
“Jonathan Nicholson is an artist of quiet magnitude. In the style of Michael Hedges, Jonathan’s articulate and beautiful guitar instrumentals feed the soul and heart.”
– The Renton Patch
“Jonathan’s music is profound and soothing, a balm for the soul. His professional presentation and demeanor are above reproach and he reads a room very well. When Jonathan begins to play, it is as if you put down a heavy load that you didn’t even realize you were carrying. His music speaks to my heart and calms my spirit. Jonathan is a rare player who could realistically be termed a master of his art.”
– Pastor Gretchen Mertes, Mission Developer, Luther’s Table
“… Brilliant fretwork, with fantastic voicings, great dynamic control, and an unerring touch with harmonics.”
– Tom Petersen, The Victory Review
“Nicholson could very easily be signed by Windham Hill some day. His solo guitar work is superbly executed, melodic, and haunting, laden with emotion.”
– The Inlander
“… we were hooked and awestruck from the moment Jonathan played his first note and the candlelit evening at the fine winery shifted to this powerful atmosphere of artistic ambience that inspired us to either play music or write.”
– Julia Lipscomb, The Spokane Sidekick
“… Jonathan Nicholson is one of these acoustic guitarists who has the gift to inspire one and dares to go beyond the surface of the soul.”
– Henk te Veldhuis, Bridge Guitar Reviews
“… Jonathan Nicholson is a noteworthy guitarist who is able to move one with his music and let you ponder about life. His techniques used are first-rate, he uses overtones, flageolets and flowing arpeggios to create his own style with his own solacing signature.”
– Henk te Veldhuis, Bridge Guitar Reviews
“With each succeeding note, I found myself submerged into my own reflections about my life…”
– Ken Hill, Station Manager, Masters Of New Age Radio