Wedding Ceremony Musicians for Hire in Derby

Discover 1,804 wedding ceremony musicians in Derby, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 6,530 reviews from real clients. Find violinists, harpists, classical guitarists and string quartets for your ceremony, with prices from £120, averaging £340.

Of the 1,804 suppliers listed here, 26 are based within 30 miles of Derby. The other 1,778 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Burton upon Trent, and suppliers based in Nottingham, Leicester, Cannock, Newark on Trent, Matlock, Nuneaton, Rugeley, West Bridgford and 2 other places within 30 miles.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 6,530 reviews of Wedding Ceremony Musicians

Based near Derby

Bespoke piano playing for your special event

Derby

England

(26)

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7 piece band in the style of Jools Holland. Swing jive blues jazz.

Derby

England

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Pianist & Vocalist

Derby

England

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Experienced singer guitarist / acoustic sets or serious rock backing tracks

Derby

England

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Professional, versatile and experienced wedding singer and acoustic guitarist.

Wirksworth

England · 12 miles away

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Saxophonist available with Backing tacks

Nottingham

England · 14 miles away

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Solo saxophonist with tracks playing hits from the 40s to the present day

Nottingham

England · 14 miles away

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Award winning Soul Singer available to book Solo or as part of a Duo with DJ

Nottingham

England · 14 miles away

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Brass Quintet available for weddings, dinners and corporate events.

Nottingham

England · 14 miles away

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Contemporary Harpist for weddings and events

Nottingham

England · 14 miles away

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Latin acoustic power trio playing original material, latin standards and covers

Nottingham

England · 14 miles away

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Versatile Pop - R&B Singer

Nottingham

England · 14 miles away

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Versatile and accommodating Midlands-based pianist, keyboardist and accompanist

West Bridgford

England · 15 miles away

(5)

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Acoustic and Electric violinist for any event

Matlock

England · 15 miles away

(3)

Book from £310 (GBP)

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Acoustic Duo, ideal for weddings, functions, etc.

Rugeley

England · 22 miles away

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Saxophonist-Party style/Reggae Ska style/Cool background style!

Leicester

England · 24 miles away

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Performing cover songs from throughout the decades in a unique acoustic style

Leicester

England · 24 miles away

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Acoustic duo performing covers with a twist

Leicester

England · 24 miles away

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Rates for wedding ceremony musicians in Derby range from £120 to £950+, with most bookings averaging around £340. 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 73 enquiries for Wedding Ceremony Musicians at events in and around Derby, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 22 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
70% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About seven weeks
23% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
July to September
52% 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 Derby

5/5 from 115 reviews
Photo of Sam Cooke Piano Sam Cooke Piano "I can thoroughly recommend Sam Cooke Piano who is thoroughly professional, has an excellent eye for detail and plays exceptionally." Based in Derby, England 9th September 2026 Tim Caldwell - Corporate Photo of CranberryFlick CranberryFlick "Superb band, who entertained all the attendees at our event last weekend. Knew just exactly what to do to get everyone up dancing and enjoying themselves with a variety of music that everyone thoroughly enjoyed. lots of requests to get them back in at another event later in the year. Highly recommend!" Based in Derby, England Organiser - Private function Photo of Matthew Turner Matthew Turner "If I could give Matt an 11 I would. Couldn't have asked for a better performer for our wedding reception. Matt thought of everything and even brought his indoor speakers incase it rained (thankfully it didnt!) Music was perfect and created a great atmosphere with thoughtful song choices, thanks again, cannot recommend enough! X (10 / 10)" Based in Wirksworth, England (12 miles from Derby) Lauren - Wedding Photo of Martin Benjamin Martin Benjamin "Fabulous entertainment our guests loved you. Thank you very much Martin" Based in Nottingham, England (14 miles from Derby) Kathryn W - Wedding drinks reception Photo of Lady Rose Lady Rose "Lady Rose were our wedding entertainment and they were absolutely phenomenal. Jo's voice is incredible and their repertoire is extensive. Our first dance song was beautiful and all of our guests had a great time. We added on the DJ package and suggested the type of songs we enjoyed. Every song was great and they even took guest requests (at one point everyone was doing the Conga). We would 100% recommend Lady Rose for any event as the quality of their performance is outstanding. Their communication was great, they provided lots of options for songs & sets and made everything easy." Based in Nottingham, England (14 miles from Derby) Ruth Rockey - Private Wedding Photo of Gala Brass Quintet Gala Brass Quintet "Gala Brass Quintet played an excellent concert recently which really showed off their musical ability and professionalism. They played a range of music including classical and modern which was very well received by the audience. The concert was well run and enjoyed by all. Thank you." Based in Nottingham, England (14 miles from Derby) Shona Reed - Concert recital in Nottinghamshire

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring wedding ceremony musicians typically costs between £120 and £950+, with an average of £340. 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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