Matthew Turner Professional, versatile and experienced wedding singer and acoustic guitarist.

Based in United Kingdom

Wirksworth, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom
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LOCATION
Wirksworth, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom

TRAVEL
up to 12500 miles

PRICE
from £300 (GBP)

RATED
10 / 10 from 13 reviews

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Price Guide

Description Price
Solo acoustic performance for 2x 45 minute sets (2 hours including breaks)£250 (GBP)
Solo acoustic performance for 2x 1 hour sets + longer if you shout loud enough! (2.5 -3 hours including breaks)£300 (GBP)
Duo performance for 2x 45 minute sets (2 hours including breaks)£450 (GBP)
Duo performance for 2x 1 hour sets + encore ( apprx 3 hours including breaks)£550 (GBP)
Wedding - All Day Package£1200 (GBP)
Up to 30 miles travel included in price, 45p per mile for 30+ miles travel. A 20% deposit is required to confirm a booking, upon completion of a booking form and contract. For special requests I charge £20 per song (unless for weddings it is for the aisle walk or first dance, in this case they are included in the quote) Background music via Spotify playlists between sets is included in all packages. All prices may vary due to requirements, so please do get in touch to discuss in depth.

About / Biography

“Matthew Turner is a versatile and talented singer/guitarist who is an extremely professional and committed individual who takes great pride in his work”

Having travelled all over the UK and even as far as the island of Hvar in Croatia to perform at weddings and events, I have a keen understanding of the importance of live music and how it can be used to create the perfect atmosphere for any occasion. You can be confident that your event entertainment will exceed all expectations, from a professional musician who is approachable, accommodating and committed to making your special day the best it can be.

I am a seasoned performer with over a decade of experience performing at weddings and events. I’m fully self sufficient with high spec industry standard equipment and my ever expanding repertoire consists of over 200 cover songs with my own unique twist, touching on a wide variety of decades from the 1950's to now.

Ideal setups for: Weddings (ceremonies, wedding breakfasts and evening entertainment), private and public events.

Reviews (13)

There are currently 13 user ratings for Matthew Turner

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in United Kingdom

Wirksworth, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom
Travels worldwide
pink circle = free travel (up to 30 miles)

Low Tempo/Chilled/Coffee Lounge Style:

Superstition - Stevie Wonder

I Need A Dollar - Aloe Blacc

Go Your Own Way - Fleetwood Mac

My Girl - The Temptations

Perfect Strangers - Jonas Blue

Valerie - Amy Winehouse/The Zutons

Stand By Me - Ben E. King

Crazy - Gnarls Barkley

Cooler Than Me - Mike Posner

Sittin' On (The Dock Of The Bay) - Otis Redding

Hold On We're Going Home - Drake

Half The World Away - Oasis

Chasing Cars - Snow Patrol

With Or Without You - U2

Dakota - Stereophonics

Good Riddance (Time Of Your Life) - Green Day

Upbeat/Party Style:

Tainted Love - Gloria Jones/Soft Cell

Runaround Sue - Dion

Johnny B. Goode - Chuck Berry

Hard Days Night - The Beatles

Shotgun - George Ezra

Town Called Malice - The Jam

I Predict A Riot - Kaizer Chiefs

Hit The Road Jack - Ray Charles

Teenage Kicks - The Undertones

Satisfaction - The Rolling Stones

Summer Of 69' - Bryan Adams

All The Small Things - Blink 182

Get Lucky - Daft Punk feat Pharrell Williams

Hey Ya - Outkast

Mr Brightside - The Killers (goes without saying)

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Parking:
A space for a vehicle must be provided close to the venue for loading in and out of the equipment, and either onsite or offsite parking must be possible during the performance.

Power:
A minimum of 2 power sockets will be required near the performance space.


What information do you require about a venue?

Yes, I provide my own PA system and a basic light rig as standard for all packages. Advanced lighting options are also available.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes, I provide my own PA system and a basic light rig as standard for all packages. Advanced lighting options are also available.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes. I provide Spotify background music for up to 60 minutes before the first live set, during the breaks and up to 30 minutes after the final live set.


How do we book you to play at our event?

If you are happy with your quote and you would like to proceed with a booking, I have a very simple 2 step booking process:

• Step 1 - I will send you a link to a performance contract via Signeasy. You will be able to review and sign the contract using your mobile device, tablet or computer by following the email link. You will receive a copy to retain for you records once the contract has been completed.

• Step 2 - The next step is to confirm the booking with a 20% deposit transfer. I will then invoice you for the remaining payment, which can be paid at any time up until 30 days prior to the event.


Do you have Public Liability Insurance and PAT testing?

Yes, a copy of my PLI and PAT certificates can be produced upon request.


What forms of payment do you accept?

Bank transfer is the preferred method of payment.


How far in advance should I contact you?

As soon as possible, as I tend to take wedding bookings up to 2 years in advance, so the earlier the better. I can sometimes accommodate last minute bookings.


How much time do you need to set up and pack down?

Setting up takes approximately 60-90 minutes and packing down takes around 45 minutes. I'm getting quicker with every gig I do.


Is WIFI access required for the Playlist DJ service?

Preferably yes, as it will make it much easier for me to fulfil your guests song requests on the night, but if there is limited or no internet access in the form of WIFI or mobile data I have thousands of hours of offline Spotify playlists saved as a backup. So the music can go on regardless.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever worked at?

I've been extremely fortunate to have been invited to perform at a couple of weddings on the island of Hvar, Croatia. To play to a packed crowd overlooking the sunset by the sea was a real pinch me moment.


What's your favourite type of event?

I love to perform at any event where the people in attendance are there to have a good time!


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

I've been gigging relentlessly since I left school many years ago. Since then I've performed solo and in bands in near enough every local dive bar, pub, village hall, gig venue, a couple of holiday rentals, a few fields and on one particular occasion, a working dairy farm.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

Too many to name! But if I had to pick a favourite who has inspired me the most it would be Tim McIlrath from Rise Against. They were my introduction to alternative music which set me on the path to where I am now.


How far are you willing to travel?

I cover the whole of the UK and Europe. Travel expenses are calculated at 45p per mile, with the first 30 miles free without charge. However, simplified fees are typically provided to offer a rounded quote price.
For events conducted outside of the UK, you will be required to cover the following expenses if they are applicable - fuel, flights, accommodation, parking, vehicle hire, airport transfers, international work/travel documents, sound system hire and food and drink expenses for the agreed duration of my visit. It sounds like a lot, but I will always go well out of my way to find the most reasonable and affordable prices.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Standard equipment setup time and soundcheck for both Solo and Duo options usually takes no longer than 1 hour.

Performance Times:
2x 45 minute sets + 10 minute encore is the most common performance time for both options, although for an extra cost a longer performance such as a 2x 1 Hour sets, or a 3x 45 minute set is possible.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Absolutely! Open air gigs often have that extra special atmosphere. However, I always recommend there has to be a plan B in case the weather decides to turn.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

My clients are more than welcome to browse through my repertoire of around 300 songs and highlight their favourites.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

The overwhelming majority people who leave reviews say that they couldn't be happier with the experience. I am extremely proud to say that I have maintained a constant 5 star review rating throughout my career as a self employed musician.


Can you perform outdoors without access to power?

Yes, I can hire a battery powered sound system for an additional £20 hire charge for events that have no power sockets within 15m of the performance area. I am more than happy to perform open air events, providing that there is some form of canopy or shelter on standby, just in case.


Can I request a song that is not in your repertoire?

Yes of course, if the song(s) are to be played during the wedding ceremony or for the first dance then I will learn them at your request for no additional cost. For all other special song requests I charge £50 per song which covers the time spent learning them.

Recent Clients

Matthew Turner has performed for these clients:

New World Trading Company - The Botanist

Cooper Parry PKF

Shepherd Direct Ltd

3M

Apadmi Ltd

Woodland Vale Tennis Club

Restaurant Park Hvar, Croatia

Venues

Matthew Turner has performed at these venues:

Too many to name!

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Funeral / Memorial

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Religious Event

Recording Session

Charity Event

Christmas Party

Genres:

1950s Music

1960s Music

1970s Music

1980s Music

1990s Music

2000s+ Music

Folk

Folk Rock

Pop

Acoustic

Covers

Rock

Britpop

Indie

Alternative Rock

Features:

PAT tested

Lighting system included

100% acoustic (no power)

Can provide battery amplifier

Public liability insurance

DJ / background music options

Will travel internationally

PA / sound system included

Male vocalist

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