The act
The room settles into an intimate mood when Francisco Xifra combines acoustic playing with songs in Spanish, Italian and English. Originally from Argentina and now based in Sydney, he has spent six years developing his work while busking across four continents. Original compositions sit beside covers shaped by folk, blues, bossa nova and Argentine musical traditions. Frequently requested choices include Here Comes the Sun, Banana Pancakes and Can't Help Falling in Love, and new songs can be learned in advance. This suits a wedding drawn to soulful acoustic music and a multilingual repertoire with a genuinely travelled perspective.
See Francisco Xifra play
Watch Francisco Xifra perform and get a feel for their sound, style and fit for your wedding.
What it costs
Pricing
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Pricing is confirmed before anything is booked. GST and travel are shown clearly on the quote.
Songs Francisco Xifra can play
Search their repertoire or browse the list below. Ask us about a first dance or another song that matters to you.
Banana Pancakes - Jack JohnsonCan't Help Falling in LoveHere Comes the Sun - The BeatlesPerfect - Ed SheeranWake Me Up - Avicii
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What to expect
Francisco is from Argentina and spent six years busking across Europe, South America, New Zealand and Australia before settling into playing here, which is a decent apprenticeship in holding a crowd's attention. His sets are acoustic and unhurried, with songs in Spanish, Italian and English, and a mix of his own writing and covers. The influences pull in a lot of directions: Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Jack Johnson, The Cure, Elvis Presley, Jose Gonzalez and Fleetwood Mac, along with Bossa Nova, Argentine folk and tango. What comes out is a blend that suits a room where people want to actually hear the music.
On the day
Francisco brings full production for small to medium venues, using professional battery powered gear including a compact amp and mic stand. Setup takes 15 minutes and he needs about two square metres to work in. Because it runs on battery for three to four hours without external power, it works for restaurants, pubs and outdoor spots where a power point isn't going to happen.
Set List
The songs people ask for most are Perfect by Ed Sheeran, Here Comes the Sun by The Beatles, Banana Pancakes by Jack Johnson, Can't Help Falling in Love by Elvis Presley and Wake Me Up by Avicii. Beyond that it moves with the venue. A quieter, more acoustic feel where the room calls for it, or something with more lift and energy if the night is heading that way.
Performance options
Professional gear suited to small and medium venues comes with the booking, so there's nothing to hire in. Francisco is also happy to learn a new song if you ask ahead of time, and he takes requests live during the show, which he enjoys as much as the audience does.
Insurance and paperwork
Public liability insured.
