Guitarists for Hire in Athlone

Q: How much do guitarists cost in Athlone?

The average price for guitarists on Gig Heaven is €330, with rates ranging from €130 to €1,000+. 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.

Q: What styles of music can guitarists play?

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.

Q: What events are guitarists suitable for?

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.

Q: Can a guitarist learn specific songs for an event?

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.

Q: Do guitarists play electric or acoustic guitar?

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.

Q: Do guitarists need amplification?

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.

Q: Can a guitarist cover both the ceremony and the drinks reception?

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.

Q: How long does a guitarist usually play?

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.

Q: Will a guitarist play outdoors?

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.

Q: Can I contact multiple suppliers at the same time?

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

Browse 636 guitarists available for hire in Athlone, Leinster, Ireland, from acoustic soloists and instrumental performers to singer-guitarists covering pop, rock, jazz and more. Rated 5 out of 5 across 1,518 reviews from real clients.

Of the 636 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of Athlone. The other 635 are willing to travel there.

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Guitar players mostly quote per set rather than per hour, with rates in Athlone starting from about €130 for a single instrumental set, typical bookings around €330 and singer-guitarists bringing their own PA reaching €1,000+. 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 409 enquiries for Guitarists at events in Ireland, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 27 October 2026.

Typical first reply

Within three hours

72% of enquiries get a reply within a day

How early people enquire

About six weeks

39% enquire less than a month before the event

Busiest months

May to September

58% of events take place in these months

How far suppliers travel

About 40 miles

For the 85% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Guitarists available in Athlone

5/5 from 1,518 reviews

Ollie Rocks "I have a very important question. Do you do funerals?" Based in Roscommon, Connaught (17 miles from Athlone) 3rd March 2026 Big Money Man

Kevin Barrett 0ne Man Band "I cannot recommend Kevin enough! He was an absolute professional, so lovely to deal with and so accommodating with our requests. He also got the party started! Thanks so much Kevin" Based in Loughrea, Connaught (30 miles from Athlone) 7th September 2026 Zarah Lawless - Day two wedding

Steven Knight Music (Ireland) "Steven was great. Total professional and really enjoyable." Based in Kilcock, Leinster (53 miles from Athlone) 13th September 2026 Orla Treacy - Donabate Golf Club

Franck le Chanteur "Franck did an excellent job!! We loved his style and song choice. He did a few French songs followed an english selection as requested…everybody really enjoyed themselves 😁👍 Would definitely recommend!" Based in Naas, Leinster (55 miles from Athlone) 22nd September 2026 Yvonne Genocchi - Wedding's drink reception

Trad Union "Gary and Paul were very reliable and professional. They played at my Wedding Reception and the guests had nothing but great things to say about them. Brilliant Entertainment from start to finish. I would highly recommend them." Based in Ratoath, Leinster (61 miles from Athlone) 1st January 2026 Una Munnelly - Wedding

Chris Wood Guitarist "When we got engaged, we knew we would like to have a small, private ceremony with family and close friends. We contacted Chris to discuss how that might look and from the 1st call, we knew we were in good hands. Chris is so talented, modest, and efficient. There were big asks being put to him and he delivered on all fronts, to a degree that we could only have dreamed of. Chris brings so much to a ceremony by incorporating his own style of guitar playing into the requested songs. His good humour and easygoing reassurance are bonuses to having him involved in a ceremony. Thank you Chris for all you did for us in 2025 as we planned our wedding - we are eternally grateful! Best, Siobhan & Karl O'Connor x" Based in Shannon, Munster (63 miles from Athlone) 15th January 2026 Siobhan & Karl O'Connor - Wedding

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