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.
Soo Sings
"Soo was absolutely amazing. She is very talented and has a beautiful voice. She sang for our memory care senior residents. She was great with managing the crowed and encouraging them to engage with the music. We loved having her in the building and will definitely book again in the future. Thank you Soo!"
Achy
"Achy was absolutely amazing at my birthday party! He has such an incredible voice, the kind that makes you fall in love with his music from the very first song! But beyond his beautiful voice, he has the most wonderful energy and charisma.
He literally stole the show and made the entire night unforgettable! Everyone was singing, smiling, dancing, and having the best time!
I honestly couldn’t have made a better choice! Thank you, Achy, for bringing so much magic, joy, and incredible vibes to my special day. I would choose you a thousand times over and recommend you wholeheartedly!"
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."
ABSmooths
"The guy has the best repertoire I believe, I am a musician myself and perfom in different events. The day I met him I was so impressed with his Smooth approach and diversity my promoter and producer side kicked in to want to work with him. ABSmooths is a good professional man."
Simone B
"Simone is an exceptional talented musician and conducted herself professionally playing background classical and pop piano music at our event.She is also an amazing vocalist and I would recommend her for any function big or small."
Daniela Siviero Piano&Voice
"You are stupendous.... highly recommended.... you enchanted everyone and made the ceremony original"
