Wedding Ceremony Musicians for Hire in York

Discover 1,756 wedding ceremony musicians in York, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 across 6,313 reviews from real clients. Find violinists, harpists, classical guitarists and string quartets for your ceremony, with prices from £110, averaging £330.

Of the 1,756 suppliers listed here, 23 are based within 30 miles of York. The other 1,733 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Scarborough, and suppliers based in Leeds, Bradford, Harrogate, Selby, Shipley, Thirsk and Wakefield.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 6,313 reviews of Wedding Ceremony Musicians

Based near York

1920s/30s Vocalist & Trumpeter

York

England

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A String Quartet that specialises in Pop and Rock covers

York

England

(2)

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Guitar Vocalist

York

England

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York-based string quartet providing elegant live music for weddings and events

York

England

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Rock drummer with ten years experience looking for pro gigs

York

England

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Traditional Scottish Highland Bagpiper in full highland dress

Selby

England · 12 miles away

(2)

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Electric and classical violin duo of twin sisters

Harrogate

England · 19 miles away

(8)

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Singing guitarist performing with and without backing tracks.

Thirsk

England · 22 miles away

(3)

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Experienced singer guitarist with eclectic repertoire

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

(34)

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Singer Guitarist

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

(10)

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Classical & Electric Violinist

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

(10)

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Charming and versatile female vocalist - perfect for weddings and events!

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

(8)

Book from £170 (GBP)

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Historical musician:hurdygurdy, bagpipes, lute, recorder, flute, dulcimer, voice

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

(7)

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Solo Vocalist and Guitarist // 4 Piece band frontman. Many years of experience

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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Acoustic duo or solo act playing an eclectic mix of songs from the 60s to now.

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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Jazz, Soul, R&B and Latin Band

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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I am Hindustani classical trained singer who sings Bollywood, bhajan and Ghazal

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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Harpist based in Leeds, available for weddings and events in West Yorkshire

Leeds

England · 22 miles away

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Rates for wedding ceremony musicians in York range from £110 to £1,000+, with most bookings averaging around £330. 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 1,863 enquiries for Wedding Ceremony Musicians at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 25 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
64% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
33% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
52% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 85% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Wedding Ceremony Musicians based near York

5/5 from 106 reviews
Photo of Dr Jazz (solo act) Dr Jazz (solo act) "What can I say! Amazing! Thank you so much! I knew it would be a good theme and you brought the whole thing to life. Everybody loved doing The Charleston at the end of the evening. Well, you could tell that by how many were up dancing! Brilliant! Loved it!" Based in York, England David Muncaster - 1920s Ball Photo of Vitula String Quartet Vitula String Quartet "Vitula String Quartet added a special touch to my daughter and son in law's wedding on Sunday. You were truly amazing amazing. I could not recommend you highly enough. You have such a range of musical genre. Thank you very very much. Jeannette Williams. The wedding of Peter and Beth Gray" Based in York, England Jeanette - Wedding Ceremony and Drinks Reception Photo of PipingScot PipingScot "Good morning David I just wanted to thank you for playing at my daughter’s wedding. I cannot thank you enough for adding the finishing touch to the wedding ceremony, it so complemented the Scottish roots of the family. I had so many complimentary comments said to me about lovely you were and that you looked splendid not to mention how much everybody enjoyed the pipes. May I just say again a very big thank you from all the family." Based in Selby, England (12 miles from York) Diane Taylor - Wedding Photo of Amore Twins Violin Duo Amore Twins Violin Duo "Amoretwins duo so good. They made our night. Thank you girls. So happy that you shared that night with us." Based in Harrogate, England (19 miles from York) Michael, Switzerland, Geneva. - Gala night Photo of Matt Baxter Matt Baxter "Absolutely fantastic we had Matt for our wedding and from start to finish he made everything incredibly easy. His performance was fantastic, as was his voice and how he engaged with our guests if you’re considering booking Matt, go for it you will not be disappointed! An incredibly talented artist." Based in Leeds, England (22 miles from York) 19th August 2026 Adam Lofthouse - Wedding Photo of Katy James Katy James "We really loved having Katy perform a set at our wedding. I was actually very last minute with our song choices and Katy managed to include them all in with no hesitation - Such a beautiful voice and our guests were very impressed. Thanks again Katy!" Based in Leeds, England (22 miles from York) Faye D - Wedding Reception

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring wedding ceremony musicians typically costs between £110 and £1,000+, with an average of £330. 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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