Wedding Ceremony Musicians for Hire in Canberra

Discover 1,410 wedding ceremony musicians in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, rated 5 out of 5 across 4,445 reviews from real clients. Find violinists, harpists, classical guitarists and string quartets for your ceremony, with prices from $240, averaging $650.

These ceremony performers provide live accompaniment during processionals, vow exchanges and register signing, with repertoires spanning classical traditions to contemporary arrangements. Solo artists suit intimate venues, while ensembles offer a fuller sound for larger spaces.

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Scottish musician and ceilidh caller based in Australia

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Wollongong, New South Wales

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Acoustic vocal and guitar duo with a passion for music from 60's to today

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Wollongong, New South Wales

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Solo Vocalist (w/ Acoustic Tracks) or Live Duo for all Events and Occasions.

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Narellan, New South Wales

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Acoustic wedding singer

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Cronulla, New South Wales

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Professional Saxophone performer Jazz/Pop

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Leichhardt, New South Wales

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Solo cellist that can play whatever you like with backing tracks and loop pedal.

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Sydney, New South Wales

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Upbeat acoustic duo performing all the songs you know in their own style

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Sydney, New South Wales

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Solo artist with covers and originals for any vibe.

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Sydney, New South Wales

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Acoustic covers of crowd favourites for your next event.

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Sydney, New South Wales

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Solo Violinist ready to wow guests at your next event!

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Sydney, New South Wales

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A treat for the senses.

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Sydney, New South Wales

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Premium Sydney jazz band for weddings, corporate events and private functions.

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Sydney, New South Wales

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Bollywood Live Band 1 - 4 piece

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Sydney, New South Wales

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Anil Dhital, aka Sitar Boy, a multi-talented musician skilled in guitar & sitar

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Sydney, New South Wales

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Four pieces band..ideal for any event especially private party,cafe gig, wedding

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Sydney, New South Wales

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Hire Wedding Ceremony Musicians in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Wedding ceremony musicians in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia provide professional live accompaniment for the most meaningful part of your wedding. These performers cover everything from pre-ceremony background music through the processional, exchange of vows and recessional, adapting their repertoire to suit your venue and personal style.

Solo Performers, Duos and Ensembles

Ceremony artists typically offer solo, duo and ensemble formats. Solo violinists and classical guitarists are popular for more intimate settings, while string trios and quartets fill larger ceremony spaces without needing amplification. Many also cover cocktail hour or drinks reception as part of an extended package, giving continuous live music across the first half of your day.

Ceremony Music Pricing

Rates for wedding ceremony musicians in Canberra range from $240 to $1,950+, with most bookings averaging around $650. Solo performers generally cost less than ensembles, and pricing reflects factors like performance duration, travel requirements and specific repertoire requests.

How much does it cost to hire Wedding Ceremony Musicians available in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia?

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The average price for Wedding Ceremony Musicians available in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia is $650 (AUD). 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 663 enquiries for Wedding Ceremony Musicians at events in Australia, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 11 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
67% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About seven weeks
34% 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 20 miles
For the 75% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Wedding Ceremony Musicians available in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

5/5 from 4,445 reviews
Photo of Wanita Ann Music Wanita Ann Music "We recently had the pleasure of working with Wanita to celebrate our 50th centre opening and the experience was incredible. Her acoustic performance created the perfect family friendly atmosphere. Professional, easy to work with, and truly talented. Highly recommend!" Based in Narellan, New South Wales (126 miles from Canberra) 28th October 2025 YA Advertising - Wanita Ann Music - 50th Centre Celebration Ribbon Cutting Photo of Sax Entertainment - By Wattsonsax Sax Entertainment - By Wattsonsax "Alec was fantastic and very skillful. We had booked him for an outdoor micro wedding, he even supplied his own PA system. We gave him a list of songs to play from and just asked for a few specific entrance and exit songs which he nailed. Alot of the guest said he was the easiest the coolest part of the wedding Would book again as he was talented and easy to work with." Based in Leichhardt, New South Wales (151 miles from Canberra) 14th June 2026 James - Outdoor micro wedding Photo of Caleb Foster Caleb Foster "We had the absolute pleasure of having Caleb be part of our special day, and we couldn’t have asked for anyone better! He was amazing, professional, and made everything so easy and enjoyable. Our guests loved him, and he helped make our wedding even more memorable. We highly recommend Caleb and his services to anyone looking for someone amazing. Thank you so much, Caleb!" Based in Sydney, New South Wales (153 miles from Canberra) 15th September 2026 Marie - Private wedding Photo of The Graduates The Graduates "We recently hired The Graduates for our corporate event to provide jazz music during our cocktail event. Mike was super helpful easy to deal with in the lead up to the event, and the band were fantastic on the night and our guests loved the music! Highly recommended, we will definitely be using them for our next event." Based in Sydney, New South Wales (153 miles from Canberra) 27th July 2026 Cherish - Corporate Event Photo of Vale Acoustic Vale Acoustic "We cannot thank Matt and Steve enough for being such a huge part of our wedding day. From start to finish, they were incredible, professional, fun, and so in tune with the energy of the room. Their live performances were absolutely beautiful and added such a personal touch to the ceremony and reception. And when it was time to hit the dance floor, they had everyone up and celebrating all night long! So many of our guests commented on how amazing the music was, and honestly, we couldn’t agree more. Steve and Matt helped create such a fun and relaxed atmosphere, and it truly wouldn’t have been the same without them. If you’re looking for musicians who genuinely care and know how to bring the perfect vibe to your day these are your guys!" Based in Sydney, New South Wales (153 miles from Canberra) Brooke - Wedding Photo of Sydney Cello Sydney Cello "Thank you so much for your beautiful cello playing, the music was perfect and made the ceremony so special and beautiful!! We loved everything and only have positive feedback - thank you so much!! You’ve been so easy to work with and I really appreciate you learning all the pieces we requested and making helpful suggestions. I have a recording of the whole ceremony and have already watched it twice and you just sounded so beautiful." Based in Sydney, New South Wales (153 miles from Canberra) Amy Tesoriero - Wedding Ceremony

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring wedding ceremony musicians typically costs between $240 and $1,950+, with an average of $650. The price depends on the type of musician, performance duration and whether the booking covers the ceremony alone or includes the drinks reception. Popular options include string quartets, harpists, solo vocalists, pianists and acoustic duos, and ensemble acts cost more than solo performers.

Most wedding ceremony musicians perform for 30 minutes to one hour, covering the key moments such as the guest arrival, the processional, any signing of the register or documents, and the recessional. Some musicians also offer extended packages that include pre-ceremony background music or music during a drinks reception afterwards.

Some wedding ceremony musicians offer packages covering both the ceremony and the drinks reception or the wedding meal. Others specialise in ceremony music only. It is a good idea to check each musician's profile for their available packages, or contact them to discuss a tailored arrangement.

The most popular choices for wedding ceremonies include string quartets, harpists, pianists, classical guitarists, flute players and vocalists. The right choice depends on the venue and the atmosphere the couple wants to create. The wedding ceremony musicians in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia include a wide range of instrumentalists and ensembles to suit different ceremony styles.

Many wedding ceremony musicians are happy to perform outdoors, though this should be confirmed with the musician in advance. Outdoor performances may be affected by wind, rain or temperature, which can impact acoustic instruments. Providing a covered or sheltered area for the musicians and their equipment is strongly recommended.

Most wedding ceremony musicians are happy to learn or arrange specific songs for key moments such as walking down the aisle. Gig Heaven recommends contacting musicians well in advance with any special requests, as some songs may need time to arrange for a particular instrument or ensemble.

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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.

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