Guitarists for Hire in Italy

Browse 647 guitarists available for hire in Italy, from acoustic soloists and instrumental performers to singer-guitarists covering pop, rock, jazz and more. Rated 5 out of 5 across 1,445 reviews from real clients.

Guitar players take on weddings, corporate functions, private parties and restaurant bookings. Short instrumental sets can be booked from around €110, with most quotes coming in around €350 depending on set length and whether vocals are included.

Of the 647 suppliers listed here, 95 are based in Italy. The other 552 are willing to travel there.

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Soulful Wedding Singer & Guitarist

Italy

Rome, Latium

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Jazz guitar with plenty pop, latin and swing numbers

Italy

Milan, Lombardy

(3)

Book from €179 (EUR)

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Jazz/pop duo formed by two experienced musicians and friends

Italy

Florence, Tuscany

(2)

Book from €350 (EUR)

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🎸🎸 Guitar Duo | Creating intimate and engaging performances.

Italy

Perugia, Umbria

(3)

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Acoustic Duo, Funk/Blues/Rnb/Soul lovers

Italy

Bergamo, Lombardy

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Book from €300 (EUR)

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Acoustic guitar player solo

Italy

Florence, Tuscany

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Acoustic, Loop station arrangement

Italy

San Giustino, Umbria

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Virtuoso Spanish Guitar Duo

Italy

Rome, Latium

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Voice and Guitar!

Italy

Palermo, Sicily

(3)

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Guitar and Accordion for a unique truly italian night!

Italy

Siena, Tuscany

(1)

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Two Acoustic live music performers of popular hits from the 80s to current days

Italy

Alessandria, Piedmont

(7)

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Bossa Nova, Samba and mpb, Pop, Classical Music

Italy

Pesaro, The Marches

(10)

Book from €700 (EUR)

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Guitarist with a wide instrumental repertoire in classical, pop, and jazz styles

Italy

Florence, Tuscany

(3)

Book from €550 (EUR)

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Solo guitarist/singer

Italy

Avellino, Campania

(5)

Book from €200 (EUR)

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I’m a guitar player I studied jazz guitar in the Conservatory of Milan

Italy

Milan, Lombardy

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A guide to booking

Hire Guitarists in Italy

Solo guitar works at almost every point of an event, from ceremony music and drinks receptions through to relaxed evening sets. Before requesting quotes, it helps to decide where live music sits in your day: quiet background playing during food, a featured moment such as a first dance, or both. That decision shapes the set list, the equipment a performer brings and the price you are quoted.

Set Lengths and Running Order

A typical booking covers two 45-minute sets or three 40-minute sets with breaks in between, though most performers will adjust timings to fit around speeches, courses and other entertainment. For drinks receptions, many guitarists play longer, lighter sets at background volume; for evening slots, expect shorter and more energetic performances. Agree the running order in advance and decide who will cue the performer on the day, so timing changes reach them quickly.

Venues, Power and Outdoor Ceremonies

Indoor setups are simple: a chair, a small clear area and a nearby socket cover most performances. Outdoor ceremonies and garden parties need more thought. Ask whether the performer can bring a battery amplifier or play fully acoustic where there is no power, check noise policies and finish times with your venue before booking an amplified evening set, and make sure there is somewhere dry and shaded for both the performer and the instrument.

What a Guitarist Costs in Italy

Guitar players mostly quote per set rather than per hour, with rates in Italy starting from about €110 for a single instrumental set, typical bookings around €350 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.

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The average price is €350 (EUR), with most priced from €110 to €1,000+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 501 enquiries for Guitarists at events in Italy, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 19 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
49% of enquiries, with private events next at 31%
Typical first reply
Within an hour
87% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About four months
20% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
64% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 65 miles
For the 83% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Guitarists available in Italy

5/5 from 1,445 reviews
Photo of TheItalianDuo TheItalianDuo "The Italian Duo in Positano, Perfect music for an elegant and intimate dinner. A sophisticated and truly fantastic duo. As individuals, too, Niccolò and Roberto proved to be genuinely kind and incredibly accommodating." Based in Rome, Latium 17th October 2026 Stephano Stucchi - Private Dinner yacht in Positano Photo of Samuel singer and guitar player Samuel singer and guitar player "I had the chance to meet Samuel during an evening in Rome at a venue, and his music left me speechless. You don't see talents like this around very often. Listening to him is like taking a journey through the world of blues, soul and rock n' roll from the 60s to today. We have already set a date together for a private event. He is super available and kind and has already fulfilled every request, and I can't wait to hear him again! I really recommend him to anyone who wants to make any evening something special for everyone lucky enough to witness it. Thank you Samuel! You're amazing!!" Translated from Italian Based in Rome, Latium 15th October 2026 Sofia Amoretti - Evento privato Photo of Patrik Roncolato Patrik Roncolato "We had the pleasure of having Patrick play during the buffet at our wedding, and we couldn't have made a better choice! 🎸✨ It was simply fantastic: a truly talented musician, with an incredibly wide repertoire and the ability to switch from one style to another with an amazing naturalness. His music created a really magical vibe and contributed enormously to making that moment even more special. Besides being very good, he is also a really nice, down-to-earth and pleasant person, and it was a real pleasure having him with us on such an important day. Our guests loved his music and we were really impressed. We absolutely recommend him to anyone who wants to add a special, elegant and magical touch to their event. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our wedding even more special! ☺️" Translated from Italian Based in Montegrotto Terme, Veneto 8th October 2026 Jack & Giulia - Matrimonio Photo of Tunes For Two Tunes For Two "Marta and her partner were a real delight. As this was a family dinner I didn’t want the band to be too dominant, so that we were still able to talk and have a conversation. It was absolutely perfect and they even gave us a bit of extra time. Thank you so much." Based in Rome, Latium 5th October 2026 Tunes for Two - My 70th birthday party Photo of Carlo Calderano Carlo Calderano "Carlo played beautiful guitar music during our wedding ceremony and dinner in Tuscany, which added a lot to the magic of the event. He was very kind and helpful, and even helped with the audio setup we needed for our first dance. Thank you Carlo, it's been a real pleasure to have you there!" Based in Florence, Tuscany 26th September 2026 Adam Demjen - Private wedding Photo of Miguel Fernandez & GITANíA Miguel Fernandez & GITANíA "Wow! That's what our reaction as well as all of our guests reactions were when Miguel and Gitania performed as the band for our wedding. Their music is unbelievable. We loved them! Absolutely entertaining and beautiful. And just as important, they are incredible human beings. Very kind, respectful, professional, and a pleasure to work with. We valued them as our guests and not just a band because they were unbelievable to work with and played a big part for our special wedding day. I can't recommend them enough. Thank you again Miguel and Gitania. You will always have a special place in our hearts with the amazing music you performed and the wonderful process it was to work with you." Based in Rome, Latium 22nd September 2026 Michael and Daria - Private Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for guitarists on Gig Heaven is €350, with rates ranging from €110 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.

The guitarists for hire in Italy 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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