Wedding Ceremony Musicians for Hire in Rye

Discover 1,802 wedding ceremony musicians in Rye, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 6,622 reviews from real clients. Find violinists, harpists, classical guitarists and string quartets for your ceremony, with prices from £120, averaging £340.

Of the 1,802 suppliers listed here, 14 are based within 30 miles of Rye. The other 1,788 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Canterbury, Eastbourne, Maidstone, Battle, Bexhill-on-Sea, Cranbrook, Crowborough, Hastings and one other place within 30 miles.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 6,622 reviews of Wedding Ceremony Musicians

Based near Rye

Unique Acoustic Trio - giving a classy edge to popular hits!

Hastings

England · 10 miles away

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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Sax and flute smooth jazz and pop instrumentals

Battle

England · 11 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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Unique multilayerd cello, with live looped cello backing tracks.

Cranbrook

England · 13 miles away

(8)

Book from £140 (GBP)

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Violinist for Weddings and Events

Bexhill-on-Sea

England · 13 miles away

(4)

Book from £100 (GBP)

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Professional Wedding Pianist

Hythe

England · 17 miles away

(8)

Book from £225 (GBP)

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Wedding Versatile solo violinist

Eastbourne

England · 23 miles away

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Rick Bonner is a popular and charismatic 'Jazz Swing Saxophonist.

Eastbourne

England · 23 miles away

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Book from £420 (GBP)

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Professional acoustic vocalist specialising in Pop/Rock/Musical Theatre

Eastbourne

England · 23 miles away

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Four piece gospel choir ideal for weddings, corporate events, funerals, parties

Maidstone

England · 24 miles away

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Experienced Versatile Drummer All Genres

Maidstone

England · 24 miles away

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Indie Pop Artist that sings covers of your favourite songs! Both Upbeat and Slow

Crowborough

England · 26 miles away

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Energetic Saxophonist: Solo Or With Your DJ

Canterbury

England · 27 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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jamiesaxophone - sax player available for weddings, events & more!

Canterbury

England · 27 miles away

(21)

Book from £275 (GBP)

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String Duos, Trios & Quartets, ideal for Weddings and Events

Canterbury

England · 27 miles away

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Solo artist Jazz Singer using backing tracks

Seaford

England · 30.2 miles away

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Solo instrumentalist for weddings

Whitstable

England · 31 miles away

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Brass Agency supplying brass ensembles and soloists for any event

Rochester

England · 32 miles away

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Solo Singer & Electric / Acoustic Guitarist performing Pop Hits 50's to 2020's

Rochester

England · 32 miles away

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Rates for wedding ceremony musicians in Rye 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 62 enquiries for Wedding Ceremony Musicians at events in and around Rye, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 18 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
65% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
24% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to September
56% of events take place in these months

Reviews of Wedding Ceremony Musicians based near Rye

5/5 from 235 reviews
Photo of Wildwood Trio Wildwood Trio "A big thank you to Wildwood Trio for Saturday night. They were fantastic and our guests were raving about how excellent they were!" Based in Hastings, England (10 miles from Rye) Emily & Michael - Wedding Photo of Cellist Miriam Louise Cox Cellist Miriam Louise Cox "Our father died aged 91 recently and as classical music had been his absolute joy throughout his life, we knew that we had to make it part of his small and very intimate funeral. How lucky (and delighted) we were to find that a professional, Miriam, lives locally and that she would like to be part of this celebration of his long life. Miriam could not have been more helpful or sensitive in helping us to choose and adapt four very special pieces and she played them beautifully, especially as unlike a wedding there was so little time for preparation. We shall never forget the sound of her playing her arrangement for cello of Ralph Vaughan Williams' Five Variants of 'Dives and Lazarus' as my father's coffin was lifted and borne out of the chapel, and continuing to hear it as we followed it to his final resting place. It was the one piece that he had ever mentioned as wishing to include at his funeral, and it meant a huge amount to have it played live by someone who cared very much about her role in the service. He would have loved to have heard it, and who knows, perhaps he did. Our heartfelt thanks, Miriam." Based in Cranbrook, England (13 miles from Rye) Bridget - Funeral Photo of Carl Bradford Violin Carl Bradford Violin "Carl was incredible from start to finish. When I first enquired the communication from him was great and we were able to personalise just what we wanted. He responded quickly and professionally. Carl played during our Wedding ceremony and we have received so many compliments on just how well he added that special touch. Unforgettable! Highly recommended and a very genuine, kind man. We still speak about how amazing he was and his talent is beyond amazing!" Based in Bexhill-on-Sea, England (13 miles from Rye) Jennifer P - Wedding Photo of Kent Pianist Kent Pianist "Fantastic. Wonderful music and Rachel was a delight to work with. Highly recommend." Based in Hythe, England (17 miles from Rye) Graeme & James - Wedding Photo of Karina Dey Violin Karina Dey Violin "Words cannot convey how much we appreciated Karina’s violin performance at our wedding. The attention to detail, the songs requests, and the seamless coordination with the timing of each moment were impeccable. Our guests were charmed by her violin melodies, and we received countless compliments on your beautiful performance. Thank you for sharing your extraordinary talent and making our day so special." Based in Eastbourne, England (23 miles from Rye) Rachel - Wedding Drinks reception Photo of Chris Harper Chris Harper "Chris Harper was one of the absolute highlights of our wedding day! From the very beginning, Chris was professional, friendly, and incredibly easy to work with. He took the time to understand exactly what we wanted for each part of the day — from the ceremony to the drinks reception — and he absolutely delivered. His voice is stunning, and his guitar playing brought such a warm, emotional atmosphere to our ceremony. Guests kept asking us “Who is your singer? He’s amazing!” — and they weren’t wrong. We even picked one of his original songs "Eyes Off You" to walk down the aisle to. It was truly perfect. Chris’s setlist was spot on — a great mix of romantic, relaxed, and upbeat songs that suited the vibe of the day perfectly. He read the room beautifully and kept the energy flowing without ever being overbearing. We genuinely can’t recommend Chris highly enough — he helped make our day so memorable, and we feel lucky to have had him as part of it. If you’re looking for a wedding singer who’s talented, professional, and a joy to have around, book Chris to be part of your special day!" Based in Crowborough, England (26 miles from Rye) Lauren and Joe Hall - Wedding

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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.

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