It was the racing guitar sounds of the Gipsy Kings that initially moved Rico Espinoza to pick up the guitar. Shortly afterwards, Rico listened to Paco de Lucia and Vicente Amigo, two poetic flamenco guitarists that changed his perception of the guitar. He was compelled to learn how to use this instrument to convey his thoughts and feelings. While learning the instrument, Rico also indulged in Afro-Latin music. He wanted to create his own sound. He began to write his own compositions and started to perform as a soloist and with small ensembles with various well-recognized musicians in Los Angeles. Rico recorded his first CD entitled "Echoes in the Park". His compositions are vibrantly colorful yet dark and nostalgic and his music can be described as a flamenco-chill lounge sound.

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Rico Espinoza Trio were my opening act and they set the stage for a explosive evening of music, they were truly professional and put on a incredible show and all my guests that were there for my 50 B-Day wanted more. I am going to have a event in Jan 09 and have no reservations in having Rico and his Band play for me and my guests again.
--Arturo A.
Chatsworth, CA
11/15/2008

Rico Espinoza was hired to play his guitar at our engagement party. We found him online and were not sure what to expect. He showed up very early to set up, tune his guitar and get ready. We were so impressed with his professionalism! He was very friendly and his music was amazing! Rico's presence and playing gave our engagement party such great ambiance! All of our friends were so impressed by him and his talent! I would recommend Rico Espinoza to anyone. He played his heart out for two hours! He was the best part of our party. Thank you Rico!
--Jennifer P.
Westwood, CA
11/8/2008

Rico is a very talented professional, we all enjoyed very much his performance, he has his own particular style that makes it a signature sound. Thank you very much for your lovely guitar.
--Vicente C.
Santa Monica, CA
10/15/2008

liked that he was very polite and looked great. The intimate setting was what I was looking for and he complimented that feeling perfectly. He did not try to hard sell him self to my guests or eat like a slob. I would not hesitate to hire him again.
--Richard T.
Los Angeles, CA
11/27/2008