Wedding Musicians for Hire in Manchester

There are 2,796 wedding musicians available in Manchester, England, United Kingdom, with 8,365 reviews from real clients and an average rating of 5 out of 5. The performers listed range from solo instrumentalists to full ensembles, with prices from about £120 and an average of £350.

Of the 2,796 suppliers listed here, 83 are based within 30 miles of Manchester. The other 2,713 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Bolton, and suppliers based in Warrington, Burnley, Huddersfield, Preston, St Helens, Bradford, Crewe, Halifax and 19 other places within 30 miles.

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Traditional jazz band performing hits from the Prohibition era

Manchester

England

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Book from £940 (GBP)

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Solo acoustic singer/looper artist/one man band, mixed genre covers

Manchester

England

(2)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Solo saxophone with backing tracks or play with DJ

Manchester

England

(4)

Book from £275 (GBP)

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Acoustic Duo - Weddings - Special Events - Parties

Manchester

England

(13)

Book from £400 (GBP)

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LeFunk! is a funk, disco, soul, motown and pop covers band, 5, 4, or 3 piece.

Manchester

England

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Book from £480 (GBP)

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Solo sax with backing tracks

Manchester

England

(6)

Book from £300 (GBP)

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2 piece Guitar Duo singing hits from pop/ rock/ country/ indie/ irish etc

Manchester

England

(1)

Book from £180 (GBP)

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Trumpet playing Wedding ceremony music or background jazz

Manchester

England

(7)

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Professional Singing Guitarist - Perfect For Weddings

Manchester

England

(7)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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Darren Shaw - Award Winning Vocalist. 'One voice, flawlessly from Bassey to Boe'

Manchester

England

(3)

Book from £80 (GBP)

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Flexible jazz group, ideal for background music for weddings and events

Manchester

England

(12)

Book from £230 (GBP)

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Solo guitarist: "a joy to listen to"-classical, pop arrangements, Spanish, jazz

Manchester

England

(39)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Motown and Soul solo singer/ duo or band

Manchester

England

(14)

Book from £200 (GBP)

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Wedding & Events Pianist.

Manchester

England

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Solo jazz piano, ideal for background music for weddings and events

Manchester

England

(1)

Book from £160 (GBP)

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Saxophonist - weddings, parties, events

Manchester

England

(11)

Book from £330 (GBP)

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With over 25 years of experience in entertainment and as a professional DJ

Manchester

England

(6)

Book from £495 (GBP)

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A fabulous tribute to the Dame. amazing replica costumes, mannerisms,

Manchester

England

(1)

Book from £550 (GBP)

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Rates for wedding musicians in Manchester range from about £120 for solo acoustic performers to £1,300+ for full ensembles with extended performance times. The average booking price sits at £350, typically covering multiple sets across the wedding day. Pricing is influenced by group size, performance duration, travel distance and any extras such as PA systems or custom song arrangements. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 155 enquiries for Wedding Musicians at events in and around Manchester, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 23 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within a day
55% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
32% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
April to August
58% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 20 miles
For the 96% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Wedding Musicians based near Manchester

5/5 from 454 reviews
Photo of Roger Gamon Guitarist - classical/jazz/pop Roger Gamon Guitarist - classical/jazz/pop "Roger was brilliant from when I first made contact right through to the day itself. He played beautifully and made such a huge difference to our wedding celebrations. Everyone was blown away by his professionalism, skill, and kindness. A truly outstanding performer, thank you!" Based in Manchester, England 23rd September 2026 Laura S - Wedding Photo of Etanie & Pads Etanie & Pads "I had the pleasure of having Etanie & Pads perform at my wedding, and I couldn’t have wished for a better musical experience! My guests and I absolutely loved their performance. Etanie has a truly charming and captivating voice, while Pads brings incredible energy with his vibrant keyboard playing. Their repertoire was diverse and perfectly suited to the atmosphere, keeping everyone entertained throughout the evening. They added so much warmth, energy and magic to our special day. I wholeheartedly recommend Etanie & Pads for any event, they are absolutely wonderful!" Based in Manchester, England 21st September 2026 Viki Photo of Trumpet for events Trumpet for events "Many people came up to me after the service saying how genuinely touched they were by your performance. My Uncle and my Dad were sat behind me during the service and you literally reduced them both to tears. I have never seen either of them cry before. It was extremely moving, your performance was beautiful and perfect. Rob would have absolutley loved it. Thank you much for performing for us and for your professionalism and sympathy. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to anyone" Based in Manchester, England 18th September 2026 Sarah - Funeral Photo of The Cover Babes The Cover Babes "Absolutely fabulous night with the cover babes highly recommend everyone enjoyed the music" Based in Manchester, England 17th September 2026 Julie Fynan - 65th Country Cowboy themed Birthday Party Photo of The Easy Rollers The Easy Rollers "We couldn’t have been happier with the band who made it such a special night. They were a perfect choice for us with a great look, sound and spirit that got everyone in the party mood. Dani and the gang are excellent performers and really made the extra effort to make the Gatsby/1920s 1920s-themed night one to remember." Based in Manchester, England 30th June 2026 Paul - Gatsby Themed 50th Birthday Party Photo of Alec on Alto Sax Alec on Alto Sax "Absolutly brilliant! We had Alec play at our wedding, during the evening on the dance floor. It definitely got the guests up dancing! Thank you so much!" Based in Manchester, England 27th April 2026 Lois Lightfoot - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for wedding musicians on Gig Heaven is £350, with rates from £120 to £1,300+. Pricing depends on the type of musician, the number of performers and how many parts of the wedding day are covered. All-day packages that span the ceremony, reception and evening entertainment typically offer better value than booking separately for each.

The wedding musicians include a huge range of performers suited to different parts of a wedding day, including string quartets, harpists, pianists, acoustic duos, jazz bands, singers and party bands. Many musicians offer packages covering multiple parts of the day.

Most wedding musicians can perform during the ceremony (processional, signing of documents, recessional), the drinks reception, the wedding meal, and the evening party. Some artists offer all-day packages that cover multiple segments. It is advisable to browse profiles to find musicians who match the style and schedule of your wedding.

The most popular wedding musicians can be booked up many months in advance during wedding season. Gig Heaven recommends securing your preferred artists six to twelve months before the wedding date. Less popular dates or midweek weddings may have more availability at shorter notice.

Many wedding musicians are happy to learn a special song for a key moment such as walking down the aisle or the first dance. It is worth making any song requests well in advance to allow time for preparation and rehearsal.

Most wedding musicians are self-contained and provide their own instruments and PA system for standard wedding venues. For larger venues, outdoor ceremonies or marquees, additional amplification may be needed. It is a good idea to confirm equipment details with the musician.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

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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