Guitarists for Hire in Milton Keynes

Q: How much do guitarists cost in Milton Keynes?

The average price for guitarists on Gig Heaven is £250, with rates ranging from £100 to £750+. 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 734 guitarists available for hire in Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom, from acoustic soloists and instrumental performers to singer-guitarists covering pop, rock, jazz and more. Rated 5 out of 5 across 1,890 reviews from real clients.

Of the 734 suppliers listed here, 14 are based within 30 miles of Milton Keynes. The other 720 are willing to travel there.

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Guitar players mostly quote per set rather than per hour, with rates in Milton Keynes starting from about £100 for a single instrumental set, typical bookings around £250 and singer-guitarists bringing their own PA reaching £750+. 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 50 enquiries for Guitarists at events in and around Milton Keynes, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 22 October 2026.

Typical first reply

Within three hours

72% of enquiries get a reply within a day

How early people enquire

About seven weeks

38% enquire less than a month before the event

Busiest months

June to August

58% of events take place in these months

Reviews of Guitarists based near Milton Keynes

5/5 from 36 reviews

Simon Davies "An excellent guitarist who provided the perfect ambience for my event." Based in Ampthill, England (11 miles from Milton Keynes) Jeff H. - 60th Birhday Party

Billy Watman "First class. Truly gifted and a wonderful entertainer. Will definitely use again - thank you." Based in Princes Risborough, England (22 miles from Milton Keynes) Clive - Corporate Event

Flame Acoustic Duo "We recently had the pleasure of enjoying a performance by Flame Acoustic Duo, and it truly elevated the entire evening. Their selection of songs was absolutely perfect — creating a warm, relaxing atmosphere that our diners thoroughly enjoyed. Ellie and Phil have such a natural chemistry on stage, and it shines through in every song they perform. The blend of Ellie’s beautiful, soulful voice with Phil’s smooth, expressive guitar playing is nothing short of stunning. We’ve already had so many compliments from guests, and we can’t wait to welcome them back!" Based in Kettering, England (25 miles from Milton Keynes) Tim

Nick Sanquest "Nick played at our wedding, both during signing of registry and during drinks reception. He was great from the beginning with easy communication, turned up well on time and played amazingly. Thank you so much Nick to help make our day a little bit extra special! Highly recommend!" Based in Stevenage, England (25 miles from Milton Keynes) Andreas K - Private Wedding

Steve Young UK "Thank you so much for last night Steve" Based in Stevenage, England (25 miles from Milton Keynes) Steve Young

Chris Flegg "Chris is not only a highly accomplished musician, with fabulous guitar skills, he has a wonderful voice, and a great sense of fun. So happy to have him perform In our home, where he played a sang for 2 hours from an extensive list of songs old and new. We also enjoyed some light hearted banter with Chris during the evening. It was sad when it all had to end. No hesitation in recommending Chris for a personal or lively event." Based in St Albans, England (27 miles from Milton Keynes) 5th October 2026 Martin - 40th Birthday

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