Accompanists for Hire in Australia

Discover 255 professional accompanists in Australia ready to support your performances and special occasions. With 263 reviews from real clients, find skilled piano accompanists rated 5 out of 5 stars.

From exam support to wedding performances, these experienced musicians provide professional accompaniment for singers and instrumentalists. Local prices start from $140, with an average cost of $480 in your area.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 263 reviews of Accompanists
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Drummer

South Africa

White River, Mpumalanga

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Book from R3500 (ZAR)

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Pro Jazz / Pop Drummer

United Arab Emirates

Dubai

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Book from $350 (USD)

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Female drummer/percussionist does solo shows, solo with DJ, band shows

United Arab Emirates

Dubai

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Book from $300 (USD)

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Singer from Ukraine, based in Dubai performing different style's of popular hits

United Arab Emirates

Dubai

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Book from AED500 (AED)

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Any genre of music

United Arab Emirates

Dubai

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Drummer ready to gig for various events, weddings, pubs, Festive Seasons

United Arab Emirates

Dubai

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Am one of the saxophonists in Uganda doing weddings, introductions, thanksgiving

South Africa

Johannesburg, Gauteng

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Saxophone player/DJ specialized in sax fusion

Cyprus

Paphos, Pafos

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Book from €400 (EUR)

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Play solo electric guitar

United States

Santa Rosa, California

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Book from $300 (USD)

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Professional drummer with over 20yrs experience playing Rock/Alternative music

Canada

Vancouver, British Columbia

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Versatile bassist fluent on electric, upright, and keybass

United States

Los Angeles, California

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Award-winning classical guitarist and Doctor of Musical Arts

United States

Los Angeles, California

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bass player and rhythm guitar player performing live shows over 10 years

United States

Westminster, California

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Flamenco guitarist performing authentic Flamenco and covers of the Gipsy Kings

United States

Laguna Beach, California

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Singer- Songwriter

Canada

Kelowna, British Columbia

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A guide to booking

Hire Accompanists in Australia

Professional accompanists in Australia provide expert musical support for performers across all genres and contexts. These skilled musicians specialize in piano and keyboard accompaniment for singers, instrumentalists, and students throughout your area.

Local Accompanist Services

Accompanists near you offer sight-reading expertise, musical interpretation, and reliable performance support for recitals, examinations, and special events. Many accompanists in your area work with both classical and contemporary repertoire, adapting their style to match each performer's needs and musical preferences.

Pricing for Accompanists in Australia

Rates for Accompanist services in Australia span from $140 to $1,000+, with most bookings averaging $480. Local pricing reflects factors including repertoire difficulty, rehearsal time, performance duration, and the musician's experience level. Simple accompaniment work typically costs less than complex classical pieces requiring extensive preparation.

How much does it cost to hire Accompanists available in Australia?

$Low price
from$140AUD
$$Average price
from$480AUD
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from$1,000AUD

The average price for Accompanists available in Australia is $480 (AUD). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 58 enquiries for Accompanists at events in Australia, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 6 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
67% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
33% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
October to January
50% of events take place in these months

Reviews of Accompanists available in Australia

5/5 from 263 reviews
Photo of Yohan Lakshitha | Violinist🎻 Yohan Lakshitha | Violinist🎻 "Grateful to Yohan for opening our event, Melodies in the Sky with Anjalee, on Saturday, 9 May 2026, with such a heartfelt violin performance. It truly set the perfect tone" Based in Melbourne, Victoria 16th May 2026 Suminda Photo of Sydney Cello Sydney Cello "Thank you so much for your beautiful cello playing, the music was perfect and made the ceremony so special and beautiful!! We loved everything and only have positive feedback - thank you so much!! You’ve been so easy to work with and I really appreciate you learning all the pieces we requested and making helpful suggestions. I have a recording of the whole ceremony and have already watched it twice and you just sounded so beautiful." Based in Sydney, New South Wales Amy Tesoriero - Wedding Ceremony Photo of Soek-a-beatz Soek-a-beatz "Thanks for the Epic performance Darshal. You really lit up our geet with your amazing tabla skills. Would definitely recommend you to all!" Based in Perth, Western Australia Rohit and Bavisha - Geet night Photo of Iryna Iryna "We listened to Iryna playing at The Woodward in Geneva, and she was absolutely wonderful. Her music was so elegant and emotional, and it created the perfect atmosphere for the evening. You could really feel her passion for the music. It was a pleasure to listen to her and definitely one of the highlights of our stay." Based in Zug, Canton of Zug, Switzerland 1st October 2026 Anonyme - The Woodward Photo of Dmytro Miroshkin Dmytro Miroshkin "Dmytro was so professional. We worked together to had the best piano recital on my Wedding day. he is outstanding, he plays really beautiful and with a really good technique!" Based in Paris, Île-de-France Region, France 30th September 2026 Alvaro Martin - Wedding Photo of Events saxophonist Events saxophonist "I would highly recommend Andrew for any events that you have planned! We hired Andrew to come and play at our villa for my mum’s 60th birthday which was a small party of 10 people. Andrew was very communicative through the whole process and adapted the set list according to our requests on the day. The whole family loved having him there and my mum said it was the best birthday she’s ever had!" Based in Lisbon, Lisbon District, Portugal 27th September 2026 Freya Holden - Private party

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for accompanists on Gig Heaven is $480, with rates from $140 to $1,000+. Cost varies based on the musician's experience, the length of the session and the instrument involved. Accompanists support solo vocalists, instrumentalists, choirs and other performers, and those with specialist skills or extensive repertoire may charge more.

Most accompanists are experienced sight-readers and can learn or prepare specific pieces for an event. It is advisable to send any music or song requests in advance so the accompanist can prepare. Many are comfortable working with a wide range of musical styles.

The accompanists in Australia are skilled musicians who provide musical support for singers, instrumentalists, choirs or other performers. They typically play piano or keyboard, though some specialise in guitar or other instruments. Accompanists are commonly booked for weddings, recitals, auditions and religious services.

Most accompanists who play portable instruments such as guitar will bring their own equipment. Keyboard players typically bring their own instrument, though some may prefer to use a piano if one is available at the venue. It is worth confirming instrument and equipment arrangements when making an enquiry.

Common events for accompanists include wedding ceremonies, church services, vocal recitals, auditions, rehearsals and other events where a singer or performer needs live musical support. Some accompanists also provide solo background music for drinks receptions and dinners.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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