Guitarists for Hire in Ohio

Browse 592 guitarists available for hire in Ohio, United States, from acoustic soloists and instrumental performers to singer-guitarists covering pop, rock, jazz and more. Rated 5 out of 5 across 1,281 reviews from real clients.

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OneManBand

Sunbury

Ohio

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jazz fingerstyle acoustic instrumental music

Columbus

Ohio

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Solo act featuring acoustic guitar, harmonica & vocals; band from 3-6 pieces

Columbus

Ohio

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Singer / Acoustic Guitarist for Private and Public Events

Columbus

Ohio

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Solo entertainer with 3 hours of original music and over 2,000 covers.

Columbus

Ohio

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One man band performing popular songs from the 70s to current

Columbus

Ohio

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solo musician performing hits from the 50's-current day

Massillon

Ohio

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Solo acoustic guitar singer/songwriter with a tropical flair. 50's-80's music

Cuyahoga Falls

Ohio

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Solo singing guitarist or band

Cleveland

Ohio

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Guitar instrumentalist mixing Latin, Jazz, Rock Classics, and more....

Cleveland

Ohio

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GuItar artist and entertainer that blends smooth jazz and world grooves

Cincinnati

Ohio

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Solo singer and guitarist performing bollywood, retro, sufi, punjabi numbers

Ann Arbor

Michigan

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Guitar, Bass, and Drums musical trio

Farmington Hills

Michigan

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Indy’s premiere wedding band covering all the top 40 hits from 70’s to today!

Indianapolis

United States

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First To Eleven is an Erie, PA-based cover band with 2M+ YouTube subscribers.

Erie

Pennsylvania

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Solo singer/guitarist

Louisville

Kentucky

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Solo acoustic artist covering everything from the 50s to today.

London

Ontario, Canada

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Funky Musician From Il Playing original Music & Covers

Kankakee

Illinois

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How much does it cost to hire Guitarists in Ohio?

$Low price
from$130USD
$$Average price
from$380USD
$$$High price
from$1,150USD

Guitar players mostly quote per set rather than per hour, with rates in Ohio starting from about $130 for a single instrumental set, typical bookings around $380 and singer-guitarists bringing their own PA reaching $1,150+. 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 873 enquiries for Guitarists at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 11 November 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
27% of enquiries, with weddings next at 22%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
56% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About four weeks
52% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
All year round
No month has more than 13% of events
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 84% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Guitarists available in Ohio

5/5 from 1,281 reviews
Photo of TimOwings OneManBand TimOwings OneManBand "Tim did an amazing job with our daughter’s grad party! Very engaged with the crowd! He’s an Amazing singer and great guy to work with!!!!" Based in Sunbury, Ohio 8th April 2026 Jenn Splete - My daughters grad party Photo of Jeff Tucker, solo / Jeff Tucker Band Jeff Tucker, solo / Jeff Tucker Band "I wanted to let you know everyone loved you guys at our event. The set list was perfect! As soon as we know the date for next year's party, you'll be hearing from me!" Based in Columbus, Ohio 18th January 2026 Michelle A. Bard - University of Michigan School of Medicine Department of Neurosurgery; Ann Arbor, Michigan Photo of Ian Lane Ian Lane "Very professional, blended in well, and did good music like Buffet, James Taylor, Van Morrison, etc. Did a great job!" Based in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio Steve P. - Backyard party Photo of Victor Samalot / Guitar Instrumentalist Victor Samalot / Guitar Instrumentalist "“A fantastic event at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this week was made even better by the fabulous guitar playing of Victor Samalot. This was was a networking event for our firm. Victor fit in perfectly and enhanced the ambiance. Thank you Victor!”" Based in Cleveland, Ohio David Carducci / McDonalds - Hopkins - Corporate Event Photo of Island Troy Singing/Guitarist Island Troy Singing/Guitarist "We had our annual event on the beach and Troy was the hit of the party. All the right musical vibes for our beach theme. Troy had many options for us." Based in Cleveland, Ohio Jennifer - Corporate event Photo of Ahsaas Chaudhary Live Ahsaas Chaudhary Live "Ahsaas was absolutely fantastic! We hired him to perform for my father-in-law’s 80th birthday, and he sang beautifully for a little over two hours. I had asked him to create a mix of older classic songs along with newer, well-known favorites that the senior generation would enjoy, and he completely understood the assignment. His song selection was perfect, his voice was beautiful, and he created such a warm, joyful, and nostalgic atmosphere for the celebration. Our family and guests thoroughly enjoyed his performance, and he made an already special milestone birthday even more memorable. I would highly recommend Ahsaas for anyone looking for a talented singer for a family celebration or special event!" Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan 16th September 2026 Rosalie Patel - 80th Birthday Celebration

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for guitarists on Gig Heaven is $380, with rates ranging from $130 to $1,150+. 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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