Wedding Ceremony Musicians for Hire in Basel

Discover 1,667 wedding ceremony musicians in Basel, Canton of Basel-City, Switzerland, rated 5 out of 5 across 5,437 reviews from real clients. Find violinists, harpists, classical guitarists and string quartets for your ceremony, with prices from CHF130, averaging CHF370.

Of the 1,667 suppliers listed here, 4 are based within 30 miles of Basel. The other 1,663 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Aarau, Gränichen and Saint-Louis.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 5,437 reviews of Wedding Ceremony Musicians

Based near Basel

Classical guitarist, Jazz, Gipsy Jazz, Bossanova

Basel

Canton of Basel-City

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Book from CHF500 (CHF)

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Songwriter

Saint-Louis

Grand Est, France · 2 miles away

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Book from €300 (EUR)

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Easy Listening Background Music - Instrumental or with singer

Aarau

Canton of Aargau · 25 miles away

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Classically trained flutist available for events

Gränichen

Canton of Aargau · 28 miles away

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Willing to travel to Basel

Based more than 30 miles from Basel, nearest first

Professional Pianist

Freiburg

Baden-Württemberg, Germany · 33 miles away

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Professional Charismatic Singer/Entertainer/Musical-Theatre Performer.

Baden

Canton of Aargau · 35 miles away

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Singers & Musicians | Weddings | Corporate Events | Gala

Bremgarten

Canton of Aargau · 39 miles away

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Book from CHF1500 (CHF)

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Singer & Saxophonists | Event Live Music

Bremgarten

Canton of Aargau · 39 miles away

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Saxophon Solo, Duo, Trio up to octet – Poppin' Jazz and Jazzin' Pop

Hitzkirch

Canton of Lucerne · 40 miles away

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Traditional Irish dance music and soulful songs

Bern

Canton of Bern · 43 miles away

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Cello loopstation, ideal for a weeding

Bern

Canton of Bern · 43 miles away

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Classic *Pop&Jazz* International Professional Cello Player and Singer

Bern

Canton of Bern · 43 miles away

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Professional pianist for events and weddings in Bern, Switzerland

Bern

Canton of Bern · 43 miles away

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From Jazz To Pop - Real Music For Real People

Bern

Canton of Bern · 43 miles away

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Schöne, dezente Hintergrundmusik oder als Konzert

Bern

Canton of Bern · 43 miles away

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Acoustic duo ideal for intimate concerts, weddings and dinner parties

Bern

Canton of Bern · 43 miles away

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Award-winning Swiss singer & pianist for weddings and exclusive events

Bern

Canton of Bern · 43 miles away

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The Singing Cellist

Bern

Canton of Bern · 43 miles away

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

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Rates for wedding ceremony musicians in Basel range from CHF130 to CHF1,150+, with most bookings averaging around CHF370. 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 157 enquiries for Wedding Ceremony Musicians at events in Switzerland, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 18 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within two hours
75% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
29% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
56% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 55 miles
For the 91% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Wedding Ceremony Musicians available in Basel

5/5 from 5,437 reviews
Photo of Marco Bartoli Marco Bartoli "His music brought a truly charming atmosphere to our wedding reception. Tasteful, warm, and never overpowering, it felt perfectly in tune with the moment. A wonderful musician and a real pleasure to work with." Based in Basel, Canton of Basel-City 4th February 2026 Emily Carter - Wedding Reception Photo of The Swiss Singer The Swiss Singer "We had a wonderful advent aperitif and Alexander created a magical atmosphere with his singing in the Christmas setting. All guests were impressed by his performance. It was magnificent. Thank you Alexander for the unforgettable moments!" Translated from German Based in Baden, Canton of Aargau (35 miles from Basel) 18th February 2026 Urs - Advents-Apero Photo of Schönes Piano Schönes Piano "It was magical. Jürg's accompaniment was simply perfect. We specified some music requests and Jürg timed them perfectly and played them – it made our forest wedding magical. During the aperitif, he played further songs that entertained our guests – not intrusive, not too little – it was absolutely perfect. The entire wedding party raved about it 🙏🏻 Many thanks to Jürg for this wonderful performance" Translated from German Based in Bern, Canton of Bern (43 miles from Basel) 19th September 2026 Moelgg - Private Hochzeit Photo of In Mission Of Tradition In Mission Of Tradition "The band was superb. They have a wonderful musical repertoire. Many thanks." Based in Bern, Canton of Bern (43 miles from Basel) 20th March 2026 Willi W. - Birthday Party Photo of Pianist-Berne Pianist-Berne "Pianist-Berne brought such elegance and emotion to our destination wedding in Interlaken. Planning from abroad was stressful, but he made the process so easy. He helped us select meaningful pieces, and his live performance during the ceremony was absolutely moving. It felt like something out of a movie. He also stayed to play during dinner, and the atmosphere he created was unforgettable. Many guests told us they felt like they were in a romantic film. We are so grateful for his talent and presence. If you are considering live music for your event, do not hesitate—he is exceptional." Based in Bern, Canton of Bern (43 miles from Basel) Amelia W. Photo of The DooLallys The DooLallys "I first witnessed The DooLallys years ago at a kind of impromptu kitchen session. I think deeply soulful is the best way to describe their mix of pipes, strings, and song - seamless switches between O'Carolanesque 18th Century rave style to sweet balladeering, along with true and loving versions of traditional Irish music tunes, all layered with a knowing hedge school poetic sensibility." Based in Bern, Canton of Bern (43 miles from Basel) Tim Bradford

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring wedding ceremony musicians typically costs between CHF130 and CHF1,150+, with an average of CHF370. 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.

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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