Wedding Ceremony Musicians for Hire in Carlow

Discover 1,660 wedding ceremony musicians in Carlow, Leinster, Ireland, rated 5 out of 5 across 5,868 reviews from real clients. Find violinists, harpists, classical guitarists and string quartets for your ceremony, with prices from €150, averaging €400.

Of the 1,660 suppliers listed here, 9 are based within 30 miles of Carlow. The other 1,651 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Kilkenny, Naas, Portlaoise, Athy, Gorey and Kildare.

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Award Winning Irish Wedding Trad/Folk/Pop Trio

Athy

Leinster · 11 miles away

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1-2 piece

Kilkenny

Leinster · 19 miles away

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Miriam Long is a professional concert harpist, pianist and flautist in Ireland

Kilkenny

Leinster · 19 miles away

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TOP international Wedding and events singer and performer (All styles)

Portlaoise

Leinster · 21 miles away

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Percussion powerhouse AKA Ridler Tempo flash sticks

Portlaoise

Leinster · 21 miles away

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3-piece traditional Irish group, ideal for events, drinks receptions

Kildare

Leinster · 22 miles away

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French singer, guitarist and loop pedal artist

Naas

Leinster · 28 miles away

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Competent Bagpiper. Traditional Irish Musician (Whistles).

Naas

Leinster · 28 miles away

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Acoustic Rock & Pop Duo - Wedding Ceremonies, Receptions, Parties, Pubs

Gorey

Leinster · 29 miles away

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Willing to travel to Carlow

Based more than 30 miles from Carlow, nearest first

Wedding Band & DJ

Arklow

Leinster · 33 miles away

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Pianist and Singer

Maynooth

Leinster · 40 miles away

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Fierce Weddings – Your Wedding. Your Music. All Day.

Waterford

Munster · 41 miles away

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Guitarist and Musician based in Waterford Ireland

Waterford

Munster · 41 miles away

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One-Man-Band Looper Wizard. Live shows that leave a lasting impression.

Dublin

Leinster · 44 miles away

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Jazz cellist and singer, ideal for receptions and events.

Dublin

Leinster · 44 miles away

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A Jazz & Bossa Nova

Dublin

Leinster · 44 miles away

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4 piece band performing video game music in Funk and Jazz style

Dublin

Leinster · 44 miles away

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Soulful and Versatile Sax Player

Dublin

Leinster · 44 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Wedding Ceremony Musicians in Carlow?

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Rates for wedding ceremony musicians in Carlow range from €150 to €1,200+, with most bookings averaging around €400. Solo performers generally cost less than ensembles, and pricing reflects factors like performance duration, travel requirements and specific repertoire requests. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 71 enquiries for Wedding Ceremony Musicians at events in and around Carlow, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 21 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
69% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
28% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to August
55% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 45 miles
Typical distance from a booked supplier's base to the event

Reviews of Wedding Ceremony Musicians based near Carlow

5/5 from 9 reviews
Photo of The Irish Wedding Trad Trio The Irish Wedding Trad Trio "Brilliant Trio! Hired them for a corporate event and was delighted with their performance - everyone had a good time. Appreciated their responsiveness and friendliness prior to the event. Would 100% recommend." Based in Athy, Leinster (11 miles from Carlow) 11th March 2026 Maureen - Corporate Event - Guinness Storehouse Photo of Asgards Traditional Irish Music Asgards Traditional Irish Music "Thank you so much for playing at our wedding and adding such a wonderful touch to the day. Walking down the aisle to Tabhair dom do lámh was a moment we'll never forget, and the tunes you played throughout the cocktail reception kept the atmosphere so lively and joyous. Your music made Emma's whole Irish side of the family very happy and gave many of our American guests their first intro to traditional Irish music - not to mention that you all sounded great too! We can't thank you enough for adding such a special touch to our Wedding Day! With so much gratitude," Based in Kildare, Leinster (22 miles from Carlow) 1st August 2026 Emma & Hunter - Private wedding Kilkea Castle Photo of Franck le Chanteur Franck le Chanteur "Franck did an excellent job!! We loved his style and song choice. He did a few French songs followed an english selection as requested…everybody really enjoyed themselves 😁👍 Would definitely recommend!" Based in Naas, Leinster (28 miles from Carlow) 22nd September 2026 Yvonne Genocchi - Wedding's drink reception Photo of Andrew Harding Andrew Harding "We are incredibly grateful to have had Andrew as our pianist at our wedding. His talent on the piano created an enchanting atmosphere, setting the perfect tone for our special day. Not only was his performance flawless, but Andrew also went above and beyond by accommodating our needs and being available on short notice. His willingness to adapt and his professional demeanor truly impressed us. If you're seeking a skilled pianist who can effortlessly bring your event to life, we wholeheartedly recommend Andrew." Based in Maynooth, Leinster (40 miles from Carlow) Luke Bolger - Wedding Photo of Fierce Weddings Fierce Weddings "When scouting for a wedding band for our big day, my little sister suggested that I check these guys out, as she had seen them live a few times across various venues in the South East. She knew the brief and by god did these guys meet (and exceed) it. We wanted some class music and a vibe that everyone would remember, not just another generic wedding set. Fierce mild clearly do NOT do generic 🤣 far from it! Ailise and Andrew were there from 1pm until 1am the following morning, going from truly beautiful acoustic sets for our ceremony (bringing many tears to many eyes) and drinks reception to rocking it up with the main band for our evening celebrations before ending the night with a cracking DJ set. These guys literally did not stop all day! I got to really enjoy my “father-daughter” dance as Andrew, Ailise and the band learned “sweet child of mine” by Guns and Roses especially for the occasion. To say my dad was surprised (and delighted) would be putting it mild. What made it even more special was having several friends and family members come up to ask who the band were and how they had never had such a good time dancing at a wedding (and considering it was blistering hot that day in the marquee, I will take that as a massive compliment). If you are looking for a band with some real soul, real edge, then look no further! Would recommend them 100%! Can we do it all again? 🥹" Based in Waterford, Munster (41 miles from Carlow) 19th October 2026 Kayleigh Walsh Photo of 8-Bit Funk 8-Bit Funk "Big thank you to 8-Bit for putting on a great show. The band were super accommodating, really well organized, very communicative. They did a great job of playing background jazz at a birthday and of course all the nostalgic gaming hits. Both young(5-15) and old(40 yr olds) loved it" Based in Dublin, Leinster (44 miles from Carlow) 22nd September 2026 Jonny - Birthday

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring wedding ceremony musicians typically costs between €150 and €1,200+, with an average of €400. 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.

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 for hire include a wide range of instrumentalists and ensembles to suit different ceremony styles.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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