Folk Singers for Hire

Discover 406 professional folk singers available for hire, with 841 reviews from real clients, averaging 5 out of 5 stars. Browse acoustic performers and folk artists starting from $100 and averaging $280 per performance.

Whether you're planning a rustic wedding celebration, intimate acoustic evening, or festival-style event, these folk musicians bring authentic storytelling and melodic performances to create the right atmosphere. Use the filters below to refine your search by location, price range, and reviews to find the ideal folk singer for your special occasion.

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Glendale, Arizona

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Traditional Greek Music

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San Francisco, California

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Harmony Rich Acoustic Duo

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Orlando, Florida

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Solo acoustic singer/songwriter playing a blend of covers and originals

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Wichita, Kansas

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Austin-based acoustic singer, songwriter, and guitarist

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Austin, Texas

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Singer/Guitarist/Songwriter/Performer

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Binghamton, New York

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Singer songwriter from Country to rock playing 60s 70s 80s yacht rock 90s and up

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Denham Springs, Louisiana

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Trop Rock/Americana/Classic Rock and original music

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Asheville, North Carolina

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Singer Songwriter Traditional country southern rock classic rock

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Russellville, Arkansas

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Church, Praise and Worship, Inspirational , singer/songwriter, guitar

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Indianapolis

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Indian semiclassical band performing the best timeless melodies

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Boston, Massachusetts

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Solo acoustic blues, Americana, rock’n’roll, reggae, country

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Springfield, Illinois

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Country Swing Band

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Arlington, Texas

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Award winning solo artist performing classic oldies and dynamic originals.

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Rockford, Illinois

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Providing Professional Entertainment fully customizable to suit your event!

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Morgan, Utah

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Hire Folk Singers

Folk singers offer a timeless appeal that resonates across generations, bringing authentic acoustic performances and rich storytelling traditions to any event. These talented acoustic performers specialize in delivering heartfelt melodies and traditional folk music that creates an intimate, welcoming atmosphere well suited to celebrations of all kinds.

Why Choose Professional Folk Artists

Professional folk musicians bring versatility and skill that extends far beyond traditional repertoires. Many folk singers smoothly blend contemporary hits with classic folk arrangements, making them ideal for modern celebrations seeking an acoustic touch. Their ability to adapt popular songs into folk-style arrangements makes them particularly popular for themed weddings and outdoor festivals. For those seeking different musical styles, Country Singers offer similar acoustic appeal with a more contemporary edge, while Classical Singers provide formal elegance. Folk artists often complement other acoustic performers like Crooners for varied entertainment throughout an event.

The folk revival has found a whole new audience in recent years, with many couples opting for a festival-style wedding theme, and festivals like Glastonbury introducing folk music to wider audiences.

Best Events for Folk Singers

Folk singers excel at creating memorable experiences for weddings, particularly outdoor ceremonies and reception celebrations. The growing trend of "WedFest" style weddings has created increased demand for folk artists who can contribute to that festival atmosphere while maintaining sophistication. Beyond weddings, these acoustic performers shine at corporate events, private parties, cultural celebrations, and community gatherings where their storytelling abilities and audience engagement create lasting impressions. For events requiring spiritual elements, Gospel Singers offer similar acoustic intimacy with inspirational messages, while Broadway Style Singers provide theatrical flair for more dramatic occasions.

Folk Singer Rates and Fees

Professional folk singers typically charge between $100 and $850+ for performances, with an average rate of $280 depending on experience level, performance duration, and specific requirements. Pricing factors include travel distance, equipment needs, repertoire customization, and additional services like sound system provision or special song requests. Many folk artists offer flexible packages that can include acoustic guitar accompaniment, harmonica integration, and personalized song selections that reflect your event's unique character and guest preferences.

How much does it cost to hire Folk Singers?

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What our enquiries show

Based on 1,727 enquiries for Folk Singers at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 8 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
31% of enquiries, with birthday parties next at 29%
Typical first reply
Within three hours
72% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About six weeks
40% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to October
58% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 83% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Folk Singers

5/5 from 841 reviews
Photo of Chanteur Mariage Chanteur Mariage "Kind, punctual, responsive, responsible, and fantastic performance!!. I was able to select a subset of beautiful songs from a large list of options provided by Zadkiel. Truly wonderful experience, highly recommended!" Based in Le Plessis-Robinson, Île-de-France Region, France 1st July 2026 Carlos Diazgranados - Birthday serenade for wife Photo of Mel'S Acoustic Mel'S Acoustic "⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly Recommended! I just want to say a huge thank you to Mel’s Acoustic Entertainment for making my birthday celebration so memorable! The live acoustic performance created such a warm and elegant atmosphere. Mel has an amazing voice, great song selection, and knew exactly how to keep everyone entertained throughout the night. He was also very accommodating with our song requests. What made the event even better was the DJ karaoke alternates during Mel’s breaks. Instead of having silent pauses, our guests enjoyed singing their favorite songs, dancing, and staying entertained the whole evening. It kept the energy high from start to finish! The sound quality was excellent, everything was professionally organized, and many of our family and friends complimented the entertainment. Everyone had a wonderful time, from the older guests to the younger ones. If you’re looking for entertainment for a birthday, wedding, anniversary, corporate event, or any special occasion, I highly recommend Mel’s Acoustic Entertainment. The combination of live acoustic music + DJ karaoke is absolutely worth it! Thank you again for making my birthday so special. I would definitely book you again for our next family celebration! — Sheila, Birthday Celebrant 🎉🎂🎸🎤" Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States 15th July 2026 Shiela - Birthday party Photo of Niamh Murray Niamh Murray "If you are looking for a wedding singer and pianist, look no further than Niamh. She was absolutely amazing from start to finish. Niamh was incredibly responsive to all my messages and so accommodating—she even learned lots of new songs just for our ceremony. She truly went above and beyond by recording a piano track so my choir friends could sing along with her, and she effortlessly learned a new hymn for them too. She also recorded her version of a dance song to be played at the reception for the first dance. Niamh is just the nicest, kindest person and an incredibly talented musician. I have zero hesitation recommending her to anyone. She made our church ceremony so incredibly special!" Based in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg 21st July 2026 Laura Kelly - Wedding Ceremony Photo of Zora Zora "Zora was extremely helpful after I had found their work through youtube; helped with creating an original ost for my upcoming short film. They took feedback well whilst offering their own insight to how they could better enhance the performance. Would recommend to anyone!" Based in Neukölln, Berlin, Germany 2nd September 2026 Max Hogan - Independent Animator Photo of Mr ALBOH Mr ALBOH "Mr. Alboh showed us many facets as a musician, and he played a central role in creating our special day. During our wedding ceremony, he created a deep and moving atmosphere with his music. After the ceremony, during the aperitif, he seamlessly transitioned into the role of a real mood machine. His commitment and his ability to respond to the mood of the guests contributed significantly to the exuberant and cheerful atmosphere. All our guests were delighted with Mr. Alboh. They particularly appreciated how well he was able to relate to people. His interaction with the audience was warm and genuine, and it was obvious that he is passionate about what he does. Later in the evening, Mr. Alboh proved his versatility by also acting as a DJ. He provided a perfect selection of music and kept the dance floor full throughout the evening. In summary, we can say that Mr. Alboh gave us an unforgettable day." Based in Florence, Tuscany, Italy 17th September 2026 Rayane & Fabio Photo of I supply the sound you need I supply the sound you need "Barry performed at The Notorious Grey Fox Taps & Patio, and the crowd really enjoyed his music. Thank you, Barry, for a great evening!" Based in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada 5th October 2026 Anil Kumar - The Notorious Grey Fox Taps & Patio

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring folk singers is $280, with prices from $100 to $850+. Pricing depends on the singer's experience, performance duration and whether they perform with a guitar, other instruments or backing tracks. Folk singers suit a range of settings from intimate acoustic performances to larger outdoor events.

Many folk singers offer flexible performance options, from solo acoustic sets to performances with additional musicians such as a guitarist, fiddle player or small ensemble. It is worth discussing line-up options with the singer when requesting a quote.

The folk singers perform traditional folk, contemporary folk, Celtic, acoustic singer-songwriter material and folk-influenced popular music. Many folk singers accompany themselves on guitar, banjo or other acoustic instruments.

For small, intimate venues, many folk singers can perform without amplification. For larger spaces or outdoor events, a small PA system is usually needed. Most folk singers bring their own amplification equipment. It is worth confirming the setup with the singer based on the venue.

Singalong choruses are part of the tradition and many performers use them deliberately, choosing songs a room can pick up inside a verse. How far it goes depends on the crowd and the point in the evening, and a good performer reads that rather than forcing it. Events wanting a quieter listening set should say so, as the same singer can do either.

Hiring folk singers is ideal for weddings, pub and bar events, festivals, private parties, corporate dinners and intimate gatherings. The acoustic, storytelling style of folk music creates a warm, personal atmosphere that suits a wide range of settings.

A live folk musician working a pub or bar usually plays two or three shorter sets across an evening rather than one continuous performance, with an audience that comes and goes. The setup is lighter, since there is rarely a stage and the corner of a room is the normal spot. Rates for this work differ from function bookings, so it is worth saying which kind of event it is when enquiring.

Many are writers as well as performers and will mix their own songs with traditional material and familiar covers. The balance is usually the booker's choice and most are happy to lean either way. For an event where guests should recognise what they hear, say so, because a set of entirely new songs makes for a different evening.

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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.

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