Browse 3,511 wedding ceremony musicians available to hire, rated 5 out of 5 across 9,914 reviews from real clients. Find solo violinists, harpists, classical guitarists and string quartets for your processional, vows and signing, with prices from $110, averaging $350.
Wedding ceremony musicians provide live accompaniment during the most meaningful part of your wedding day. Solo performers like acoustic guitarists or violinists suit intimate venues, while string trios and quartets offer a fuller, more orchestral sound for larger spaces. Many ceremony artists also perform during pre-ceremony arrivals, cocktail hours and register signing, giving you continuous live music across multiple parts of your celebration.
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Wedding ceremony musicians focus on live accompaniment during the most personal part of your wedding day. These performers understand the pacing of a ceremony - from the first notes as guests take their seats, through the processional and exchange of vows, to the recessional as you walk back up the aisle together. Their repertoires typically span classical standards like Pachelbel's Canon and Debussy's Clair de Lune through to contemporary arrangements of modern love songs, adapted for acoustic instruments.
The format you choose depends on your venue, the atmosphere you want, and your budget. Solo performers are the most popular option: a classical guitarist works well in garden settings and smaller rooms, while a harpist brings a distinctive, elegant sound that carries across larger spaces without amplification. Violinists are equally versatile, moving between classical pieces and modern pop arrangements with ease. For a richer, more layered sound, string quartets remain one of the most sought-after options for wedding ceremonies. Some couples also book a wedding singer alongside instrumentalists to add vocal performances during the signing of the register or as part of the processional. If your ceremony venue is a church, check whether the venue provides its own organist or has restrictions on outside musicians before booking.
Most ceremony musicians offer a standard package covering three to five musical moments: pre-ceremony background music as guests arrive (typically 15-30 minutes), the processional for the wedding party and bride's entrance, music during the signing of the register or unity ceremony, and the recessional as the couple exits. Some performers extend their set to cover cocktail hour or drinks reception, which can be a cost-effective way to get more from a single booking. Ceremony music is quite different from reception entertainment - it is acoustic, understated and focused on atmosphere rather than getting people on the dance floor.
Wedding ceremony musicians typically charge between $110 and $1,150+, with an average around $350. Solo performers like guitarists and violinists generally sit at the lower end of the range, while string trios and quartets command higher fees due to the number of musicians involved. Price also varies based on performance duration, repertoire complexity, travel distance and whether you need amplification. Many ceremony artists offer packages that bundle pre-ceremony, ceremony and post-ceremony music together at a better rate than booking each segment separately.
The average price is $350 (USD), with most priced from $110 to $1,150+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 16,820 enquiries for Wedding Ceremony Musicians at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 9 November 2026.
Jaka Ahacevcic Saxophone
"Jaka is an amazing saxophonist, the communication was great, he was very flexible and professional.
The repertoire of music he played was very versatile.
For me he was the highlight od the event.
Overall an awesome experience and would definitely recommend you to book."
Stephen Guy Daltry
"We booked Stephen for a Celebration lunch and he was brilliant, turned the event from something ordinary to outstanding. We gave him some ideas of what music we liked and he put together the play lists to deliver an excellent musical experience. We will definitely use him again."
Nadya Z Flute
"Saw Nadya perform with my daughter, Tabitha Meeks, and the skill and energy were amazing."
Ember Strings LLC
"Ember Strings was apart of our beautiful wedding ceremony in Mexico Beach, FL, in OCT 2022. The string trio played for 30 mins prior to the ceremony, and then played the processional songs for the family and us brides to walk down the aisle. They were amazing, and I highly recommend them for any intimate event! They traveled all the way from Tampa and were very easy to work with and coordinate efforts. Thank you, Ember Strings!"
Sitar By Ravi (Sydney, NSW)
"It was amazing! Ravi is such a talented artist and speaker!"
Versatile Violinist and Pianist for Events
"We had Juliana play the violin at our wedding in Kilkenny and she was absolutely lovely. We had asked her to play A Thousand Years as I walked down the aisle and it was just perfect. It made the moment feel really special and so many of our guests commented on how beautiful the music was. Juliana was so easy to communicate with and everything went smoothly. We're so glad we chose her and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a violinist for their wedding!"
