Guitarists for Hire in Santander

Browse 614 guitarists available for hire in Santander, Cantabria, Spain, from acoustic soloists and instrumental performers to singer-guitarists covering pop, rock, jazz and more. Rated 5 out of 5 across 1,425 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.

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Spain

Sevilla La Nueva, Madrid

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Chanteuse et musicienne pop rock folk et variétés / Singer and musician

France

Saint-Jean-de-Monts, Pays de la Loire Region

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One man band playing a mix of timeless bangers with a loop and backing tracks

France

Montauban, Occitanie

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Trio French Gypsy Jazz - Ideal for Weddings / Private event / Birthday...

France

Toulouse, Occitanie

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Rock / Pop / Electro covers - Acoustics guitars duo using looper machine.

France

Toulouse, Occitanie

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Band performing gipsy rumba flamenco

France

Toulouse, Occitanie

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Solo, duo or trio jazz performances ideal for weddings and other social events.

Portugal

Porto

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Female musician (singer and guitarist)

Portugal

Porto

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Sax an guitar duo performing some jazz and world music standards

Portugal

Porto

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Acoustic duo

Portugal

Porto

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Live Act Guitar Chill Out & World Music

Portugal

Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto

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British acoustic performer providing a high-quality repertoire of classic hits

Spain

Ciudad Real, Castille-La Mancha

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Stand alone Acoustic musician / Band/ Or electric with backing loop pedal

Portugal

Aveiro, Aveiro District

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SWING TO SWING groupe de Jazz Manouche

France

Angers, Pays de la Loire Region

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Jazz standards

Portugal

Santo António dos Olivais, Coimbra

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A guide to booking

Hire Guitarists in Santander, Cantabria, Spain

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 Santander

Guitar players in Santander mostly quote per set rather than per hour, starting from about €110 for a single instrumental set, with 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.

How much does it cost to hire Guitarists available in Santander, Cantabria, Spain?

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The average price for Guitarists available in Santander, Cantabria, Spain is €350 (EUR). 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 678 enquiries for Guitarists at events in Spain, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 8 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
46% of enquiries, with private events next at 28%
Typical first reply
Within two hours
86% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About four months
25% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
54% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 72% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Guitarists available in Santander, Cantabria, Spain

5/5 from 1,425 reviews
Photo of Just Jane Just Jane "“ A very moving performance. We asked Jane to sing at our wedding mass in Urrugne. She exceeded all our expectations! She gives great advice, plays the piano and guitar, and the guests loved it! She is also very attentive and friendly. I recommend her 100%." Based in Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France (186 miles from Santander) 10th May 2026 Julie & Phillippe - wedding Photo of Pan del Agua Pan del Agua "Pan Del Agua played a post-dinner concert for a group of friends. They were completely professional, easy to work with, and set a beautiful ambience for the evening. Serena and Santiago were very friendly and helped welcome our group to Spain with a beautiful event! I would absolutely book them again. Muchas gracias, Pan Del Agua!" Based in Madrid (211 miles from Santander) 19th September 2026 Brian Nichols - Private Dinner Photo of Arioso Guitar Ensemble Arioso Guitar Ensemble "From the first point of contact via e-mail, to the end of our ceremony, Keith was a class act to work with. Not only was he extremely professional in the build up to the ceremony, with great attention to detail, but his vast knowledge of music and his craft meant that he was completely unphased by our requests for songs we had chosen to be adapted for Guitar and Cello, even with us making adjustments fairly close to the wedding date. The adaptations themselves were more beautiful than we could have imagined, he clearly has a great deal of experience doing this. The classical and more modern pieces in the repertoire were also a joy to hear and there was certainly something for everyone to enjoy from the song list. All in all, Keith did everything and more to ensure that our day was to be uplifted to a monumental and extremely memorable level. We highly recommend him. Thanks, Keith! Mikey and Lindsey" Based in Madrid (211 miles from Santander) 3rd November 2025 Mikey Stephenson - Wedding ceremony and Cocktail Photo of Luis Sierra Guitarrista Luis Sierra Guitarrista "We spent an unforgettable afternoon in the company of Luis Sierra and his guitar. Luis played for us a wide variety of music from incredible composers! It was a very special moment for the family and we would definitely hire him again in the future!" Translated from Spanish Based in Madrid (211 miles from Santander) Bianca Currington - Cumpleaños de Marie Photo of Gonzalo Palacios Guitar Gonzalo Palacios Guitar "Gonzalo was absolutely fab! Everyone at the wedding was really impressed by his guitar playing and choice of songs. He was really respectful and a pleasure to have around! Would highly recommend" Based in Madrid (211 miles from Santander) Yasmin and Sean - Wedding Photo of Doug Stewart Doug Stewart "We had Doug play at my birthday party. He was fantastic, played a great variety of songs and got people singing along. Thanks Doug." Based in Montauban, Occitanie, France (261 miles from Santander) 1st August 2026 Emma Cobbe - Birthday party

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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.

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.

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.

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.

The guitarists in Santander, Cantabria, Spain 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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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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