Páramo Cinematic instrumental guitar duo for weddings and elegant events — new-western and surf-tinged guitars, Latin classics, cumbia and reimagined pop favourites.

For the duo we need a level performance area of roughly 2 x 2 metres (more for larger line-ups), a covered or shaded spot if the event is outdoors, and one standard power socket within reach of the stage. We bring our own PA in Gdl, instruments and cabling, so nothing else is required. If you'd prefer us to run through the venue's in-house sound system, just let us know in advance.

Ahead of the event we like to know the venue name and address, load-in access (any stairs or long carries), where we will be performing, the timeline for the day, whether the performance is indoors or outdoors, and whether there is a sound limiter or noise restriction in place. This lets us arrive fully prepared and set up smoothly and on time.

Yes. We bring a professional PA system suited to the size of the room, operated live by our own sound engineer for a clean, warm mix. Simple ambient stage lighting can be provided on request. For very large or production-heavy events we are happy to coordinate with the venue's or your production team's system.

Yes. We can play curated background music through our PA before we begin, between sets and after we finish, so there is a seamless soundtrack throughout your event. Just let us know the mood or style you would like for those moments.

Some of our most memorable performances have been intimate destination weddings on the Mexican coast — playing as the sun goes down while a room full of guests falls quiet to listen. Boutique venues, courtyards and open-air terraces suit our sound best: anywhere the music can breathe and become part of the atmosphere rather than sit in the background.

Weddings and intimate celebrations. There is something special about setting the tone for a ceremony and then easing guests into a cocktail hour with warm, atmospheric guitar. We love events where the hosts genuinely care about the music and want a live sound with character rather than a generic playlist.

Páramo is led by Ernesto Mercado, a professional guitarist, composer and producer with more than 20 years of experience across jazz, contemporary and world music. Alongside live performance he works as an arranger and music director, and has played everything from concert stages and festivals to weddings, private events and studio sessions. That range means we can read a room and shape the music to the moment.

Our sound draws on artists like Hermanos Gutiérrez. We are drawn to music that is cinematic and atmospheric, where mood and space matter as much as the notes — and that shapes everything from our repertoire to the way we build a live set.

We usually arrive around 2 hours before we play to load in and sound-check calmly (more for large or complex events). Our standard is a 90-minute performance, which we can split into two or three shorter sets to fit your timeline — for example a ceremony set followed by a cocktail hour. We are flexible on set lengths and timings and build the schedule around your day.

Absolutely — outdoor ceremonies and terraces are some of our favourite settings. For open-air events we simply ask for a covered or shaded performance spot to protect the instruments and equipment, a flat and stable surface, and a power supply within reach. If rain is a possibility, a backup covered area is always a good idea.

Yes, absolutely! While we have a carefully curated repertoire, clients are more than welcome to request a couple of special songs.

As long as the requests fit our style and musical setup, and we receive them at least one month in advance so we have enough time to arrange and rehearse them properly, we’re happy to make it happen!

Guests most often describe the music as elegant, warm and atmospheric — a live sound that sets the mood without overpowering conversation. Hosts tell us it made their event feel special and personal, and that having real musicians rather than a playlist was one of the details their guests remembered most.