Guitarists for Hire in Kingston

Browse 586 guitarists available for hire in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, from acoustic soloists and instrumental performers to singer-guitarists covering pop, rock, jazz and more. Rated 5 out of 5 across 1,257 reviews from real clients.

All 586 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Kingston. The nearest is based in Tweed, 45 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 1,257 reviews of Guitarists
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Jazz, singer songwriter, swing music, solo/duo/trio/quartet and more!

Horsham

Pennsylvania, United States · 288 miles away

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Acoustic guitar / Singer /one man band

Hampton

New Hampshire, United States · 296 miles away

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Solo Guitar and Piano

Boston

Massachusetts, United States · 302 miles away

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Singer Songwriter Musician

Boston

Massachusetts, United States · 302 miles away

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Singer/Songwriter, DJ, Duo, Band

Boston

Massachusetts, United States · 302 miles away

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Solo Acoustic Act For Parties, Wineries, Breweries and Corporate Affairs

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania, United States · 303 miles away

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Can play guitar or bass for anything released post 1950. James Taylor specialist

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania, United States · 303 miles away

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Coastal Roots Rock, Soul, Folk, Reggae Musician from Long Beach Island, NJ

Asbury Park

New Jersey, United States · 304 miles away

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Celtic and Americana entertainer

Portland

Maine, United States · 312 miles away

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Singer /guitarist

Sicklerville

New Jersey, United States · 321 miles away

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Solo singing guitarist or band

Cleveland

Ohio, United States · 324 miles away

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all events related with flamenco. Food and music, dance, experiences!

Reisterstown

Maryland, United States · 329 miles away

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Mellow tone, subtle creativity, and ability to groove over catchy rhythms

White Marsh

Maryland, United States · 335 miles away

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Guitar, Bass, and Drums musical trio

Farmington Hills

Michigan, United States · 367 miles away

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Experienced in performing for restaurants, weddings, corporate events.

Washington D.C.

District of Columbia, United States · 370 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Guitarists in Kingston?

$Low price
from$190CAD
$$Average price
from$500CAD
$$$High price
from$1,600CAD

Guitar players mostly quote per set rather than per hour, with rates in Kingston starting from about $190 for a single instrumental set, typical bookings around $500 and singer-guitarists bringing their own PA reaching $1,600+. Longer performances, weekend and peak-season dates, and sets that include vocals all push quotes up. When comparing quotes, check what each includes: amplification, travel and time to learn requested songs are sometimes itemised separately. Booking ceremony and reception music with the same performer often costs less than hiring two separate acts. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 287 enquiries for Guitarists at events in Canada, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 19 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
68% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About five weeks
47% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
55% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 35 miles
For the 78% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Guitarists available in Kingston

5/5 from 1,257 reviews
Photo of Still Water Acoustic Still Water Acoustic "Great for our event We were thrilled with the band for our pub-style birthday event. They were perfect for what we were looking for and we had lots of compliments on the band from our guests." Based in Gatineau, Quebec (94 miles from Kingston) 11th March 2026 Maruy - Private Party - Pub Photo of Ken Campbell Ken Campbell "We love to go hear Kenny any time we are up in the Fingerlakes. His style is just plain feel good music. On both acoustic and electric guitars he performs songs we all know and love as well as a few of his own original tunes that are really fantastic. It’s super fun when he passes out rhythm instruments for the audience to play also! Makes any gig a fun time!" Based in Geneva, New York, United States (97 miles from Kingston) Anastasia Beaverhauzen Photo of Roger Scannura Roger Scannura "We hired Roger to play for my daughter's Quinceañera. He was professional, punctual, friendly and super talented! Our guests really enjoyed listening to his music. I highly recommend him! Thank you Roger for making our daughter's birthday more memorable!" Based in Toronto, Ontario (150 miles from Kingston) 22nd June 2026 Ana C - QuinceaƱera Photo of Chad Wenzel Chad Wenzel "Chad Wenzel is a talented musician and an engaging performer. His conscientious delivery to every song brings the audience in. I’ve seen some people deeply moved at live shows!" Based in Toronto, Ontario (150 miles from Kingston) 7th January 2026 Dale Jones Photo of ND One Man Band ND One Man Band "Hi N D good to see you again. We really enjoyed your music. My mom mentioned how much she enjoyed it! Thanks!" Based in Toronto, Ontario (150 miles from Kingston) Mark - Christmas party Photo of Nitin Sharma Nitin Sharma "I invited Nitin to perform on stage solo for our private event. He performed for close to 2 hours non-stop and I don't have words to share how awesome he was. Incredible voice and an incredible perforamce that will be remembered for many years. Everyone in the hall enjoyed his songs and guitar to the fullest and it was a night to remember. Good Luck to Nitin he comes across a big future star indeed. 2 Thumps Up!" Based in Montréal, Quebec (167 miles from Kingston) 2nd June 2026 Faisal - Private Engagement Ceremony

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for guitarists on Gig Heaven is $500, with rates ranging from $190 to $1,600+. Cost depends on performance duration, the guitarist's experience and whether the booking is for background music or a full live set. Guitarists on the platform cover a wide range of styles including classical, jazz, blues, rock, flamenco and pop.

The guitarists for hire cover a huge range of styles including classical, jazz, blues, flamenco, rock, pop, folk, fingerstyle and acoustic covers. Many guitarists are versatile performers who can switch between styles during an event to suit different moments.

Popular occasions for hiring guitarists include wedding ceremonies, drinks receptions, corporate dinners, private parties, restaurant entertainment and ambient background music. A solo guitarist provides versatile, elegant live music that suits both intimate and larger settings.

Most guitarists are happy to learn specific songs for key moments such as a ceremony entrance or first dance. Many have extensive repertoires covering popular songs, classical pieces and jazz standards. It is advisable to discuss song requests with the guitarist well in advance.

Many guitarists on Gig Heaven play both electric and acoustic guitar and can choose the instrument that best suits the event. Acoustic guitar provides a warm, intimate sound for ceremonies and dining, while electric guitar is better for rock, blues and higher-energy performances.

For small, quiet settings, many guitarists can perform acoustically. For larger venues, outdoor events or noisier environments, a small amplifier or PA system is usually needed. Most guitarists bring their own amplification. For the best experience, discuss the venue size with the performer.

One player can usually cover the whole day, moving from processional and signing music during the ceremony to background playing over drinks and dinner. Timings are agreed in advance, since the ceremony music has fixed cues while the reception is more flexible. Where the ceremony and the reception are in different spaces, allow time to move and set up between them.

Most bookings run to two or three hours of playing time, split into sets with breaks, though the total time on site is longer once setup and soundcheck are added. Shorter ceremony-only bookings of around 40 minutes are common and are priced differently. Ask for playing time rather than hours on site, as the two are not the same.

Outdoor playing is common for ceremonies and garden receptions, and most players are happy to do it given shade and a level surface. Direct sun and damp both affect a wooden instrument, so a covered area is worth arranging even in settled weather. Wind carries sound away quickly, so amplification is usually needed outdoors even for a small number of guests.

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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