Folk Music for Wineries, Breweries and Hospitality Venues
Warm Acoustic Music That Makes People Want to Stay a Little Longer
Tim Fast brings award-winning folk and Americana music to wineries, breweries, tasting rooms, resorts and hospitality venues throughout Minnesota and across the United States.
With warm vocals, acoustic guitar, harmonica and more than two decades of live performance experience, Tim creates an inviting atmosphere that complements conversation, food, drinks and the overall guest experience.
Great Music Without Taking Over the Room
The right live music does more than fill silence. It changes how the room feels.
Tim performs with an approachable energy and an appropriate volume for hospitality settings. Guests can enjoy the music while continuing to talk comfortably, visit with friends and experience everything your venue has to offer.
His solo acoustic format is warm, polished and present without becoming distracting. It is an ideal fit for venues where the atmosphere matters as much as the entertainment.
- Guests can talk comfortably
- Live music adds warmth and character
- The performance supports the guest experience
- Music can encourage people to relax and stay longer
- The evening becomes more memorable
- Professional entertainment without full-band production demands
Live Music Designed for Hospitality
Tim understands that performing at a winery, brewery or hospitality venue is different from playing a traditional concert.
The music should support the room, match the pace of the gathering and enhance the atmosphere your team has worked to create. Tim knows when to bring the audience into a song and when to let the music settle naturally into the background.
Venue operators receive a dependable professional who arrives prepared, respects the space and adapts his performance to the audience and setting.
Performance Formats
Acoustic Session
A focused hour of live acoustic music for tasting rooms, Sunday afternoon programming, early evening entertainment and smaller hospitality settings.
This format works well as a featured performance or as part of a larger customer experience.
Two-Set Evening
The strongest general format for wineries, breweries, restaurants, resorts and dinner audiences.
Two sets provide enough live music to shape the atmosphere while allowing a natural break for announcements, food service or a shift in the crowd.
Extended Destination Engagement
Designed for resorts, destination weekends, seasonal programming and venues requiring a longer entertainment window.
The schedule can be coordinated around dinner service, tastings, guest arrivals and other planned activities.
Ideal Venues and Events
Tim's solo format works especially well for:
- Wineries and vineyards
- Breweries and taprooms
- Distilleries
- Cideries
- Tasting rooms
- Destination resorts
- Boutique hotels
- Lodges
- Country clubs
- Restaurant patios
- Rooftop venues
- Resort lounges
- Sunday afternoon music series
- Dinner programming
- Seasonal events
- Customer appreciation events
- Member gatherings
- Destination weekends
- Wine release events
- Brewery anniversaries
- Holiday hospitality events
For Tasting Rooms, Taprooms and Patios
Winery Music That Complements the Experience
Live winery music should feel inviting, relaxed and naturally connected to the setting.
Tim's blend of acoustic folk, Americana, original songs and familiar singer-songwriter material creates an ideal soundtrack for wine tastings, patio gatherings, release weekends and evening events.
The solo format requires minimal space and can be adjusted for intimate tasting rooms, outdoor vineyard settings and larger hospitality areas.
Folk Music for Breweries and Taprooms
Tim provides folk music for breweries that want live entertainment without sacrificing conversation or comfort.
His acoustic guitar, harmonica and vocals bring warmth and personality to taprooms, patios and brewery events. The performance can remain relaxed during busy social periods or become more engaging when guests are ready to listen.
For venue managers planning brewery live music, Tim offers a straightforward booking process, compact setup and dependable professional presentation.
Musical Style
Tim's repertoire is rooted in folk, Americana and the classic singer-songwriter tradition. Set selection and performance energy can be adapted to the venue, time of day and audience.
- Original folk and Americana songs
- Story-driven songwriting
- Familiar acoustic selections
- Classic singer-songwriter material
- Warm vocals
- Acoustic guitar
- Harmonica
- Audience-friendly presentation
Why Venue Operators Like the Format
Appropriate Volume
Tim performs at a conversational level that supports connection. Guests can enjoy live music without having to shout across the table.
Small Footprint
One performer, one acoustic guitar, harmonica and minimal equipment. Tim can perform in spaces that may not accommodate a full band.
Professional Presentation
Tim is an experienced, reliable performer who understands hospitality. He arrives prepared and treats your guests, staff and venue with respect.
Flexible Repertoire
Original songs and carefully selected folk and Americana favorites allow Tim to match the atmosphere and audience.
Easy Production
Tim can work with an appropriate house sound system or coordinate a compact solo acoustic setup. Production details are discussed in advance.
Travel-Ready
Tim is based in Minnesota and available for local, regional and selected national destination dates.
Clear Communication
Venue operators receive straightforward scheduling, defined performance times and clear production expectations before the event.
Selected Credentials
Award-winning original music backed by more than two decades of professional performance experience.
- Winner, Great River Folk Festival Songwriting Contest
- First Place, 2023 Robert Kotta Memorial Songwriting Contest
- Five albums of original music
- WDVX Blue Plate Special appearances
- More than 20 years of professional performance experience
- Experience performing for festivals, concert series, listening rooms and hospitality audiences
Venue Booking and Pricing
Contact Tim for an exact proposal based on your venue and preferred performance format.
Final pricing depends on:
- Event location
- Performance length
- Number of sets
- Travel requirements
- Sound production needs
- Date and scheduling
- Seasonal or destination programming
Wineries, Breweries and Hospitality Venues
Starting at $650Typical Local and Regional Range: $650 to $950Travel and accommodations may be quoted separately.
What Your Venue Receives
Depending on the engagement, your booking may include:
- Defined performance schedule
- Advance planning and production coordination
- Solo vocals, acoustic guitar and harmonica
- Compact sound equipment for an appropriately sized venue
- Setup and soundcheck
- Promotional biography and artist photos
- Social media information
- Professional arrival and performance times
- Coordination with venue management or event staff
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of venues can book Tim Fast?
Tim performs at wineries, breweries, taprooms, tasting rooms, cideries, distilleries, restaurants, resorts, hotels, lodges, country clubs and other hospitality venues.
How much does it cost to book an acoustic musician?
Hospitality venue performances start at $650. Typical local and regional bookings range from $650 to $950. Final pricing depends on the location, number of sets, event schedule and production requirements.
How long does Tim perform?
Available formats include a 60-minute acoustic session, two 45-minute sets and extended engagements featuring two to three sets.
Is the music appropriate for conversation?
Yes. Tim's solo acoustic format can be performed at a comfortable volume that allows guests to enjoy the music while continuing to talk, dine and socialize.
Does Tim play original or familiar music?
Tim performs original folk and Americana songs along with familiar acoustic and singer-songwriter selections. The balance can be adapted to the venue and audience.
Does Tim bring sound equipment?
Tim can coordinate a compact solo sound setup for many venues or work with an appropriate house sound system. Technical requirements are confirmed before the performance.
How much space does the setup require?
Tim's solo format requires minimal stage or floor space compared with a full band. The exact area needed depends on the sound system and venue layout.
Is Tim available outside Minnesota?
Yes. Tim is Minnesota-based and available for regional engagements and selected destination dates throughout the United States.
Book an Acoustic Musician for Your Venue
Make live music part of the experience your guests remember.
Contact Tim Fast to discuss your venue, audience, preferred dates and performance schedule.
- Phone: 952-393-4474
- Email: timfastmusic@gmail.com
- Website: TIMFAST.COM
- Social: @TIMFASTMUSIC
Based in Minnesota | Available Nationwide