Wedding Musicians for Hire in Reading

There are 2,890 wedding musicians available in Reading, England, United Kingdom, with 8,987 reviews from real clients and an average rating of 5 out of 5. Local wedding performers range from solo instrumentalists to full ensembles, with prices starting from £120 and averaging £350.

Musicians for weddings near you cover a broad range of styles and group sizes, from acoustic guitarists and classical players to jazz trios and larger line-ups. Many offer packages that span several parts of your wedding day, including ceremony music, drinks reception sets and evening performances.

Of the 2,890 suppliers listed here, 73 are based within 30 miles of Reading. The other 2,817 are willing to travel there.

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Solo, Duo, or Trio Reggae / world music performer, Steel Band.

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Reading, England

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Solo looping artist covering Bollywood and Western Popular music

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Reading, England

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Saxophone performer can play in any style solo to full band

United Kingdom

Reading, England

Available in Reading, England

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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A Scottish Ceilidh Band that plays for Weddings, Reeling Parties, Events

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Reading, England

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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Singer specialising in Bollywood, Light Hindi/Bengali songs using tracks only

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Reading, England

Available in Reading, England

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Book from £295 (GBP)

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A 3 piece band bringing the music of the prohibition era

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Reading, England

Available in Reading, England

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Fresh, floor-filling, international DJ Live Act

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Henley on Thames, England

Available in Reading, England

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Book from £2326 (GBP)

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The Beatles, ABBA, Wham! Killers, Take That, Ed Sheeran, UB40 and many more!

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Bracknell, England

Available in Reading, England

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Book from £100 (GBP)

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Headbanging hits from all eras. Party with all the best rock anthems.

United Kingdom

Bracknell, England

Available in Reading, England

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Book from £1240 (GBP)

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80s tribute Act - Alison Moyet & Erasure

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Maidenhead, England

Available in Reading, England

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Book from £450 (GBP)

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Fun, Atmospheric, Audience driven acoustic act, moulding performances to events

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Wallingford, England

Available in Reading, England

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Lovely jazz singer Fleur Stevenson with ace guitarist Hugh turner

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Wallingford, England

Available in Reading, England

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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Covers duo performing popular hits from the 50’s to current day

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Camberley, England

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A contemporary and skilled duo that with male & female vocals

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Fleet, England

Available in Reading, England

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Guitarist from Hampshire, UK

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Fleet, England

Available in Reading, England

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A guide to booking

Hire Wedding Musicians in Reading, England, United Kingdom

Wedding musicians in Reading, England, United Kingdom offer live music for every part of your celebration, from intimate ceremony performances to high-energy reception entertainment. Local performers include solo instrumentalists, acoustic duos, jazz groups, classical ensembles and larger bands, giving you options to match any venue size or musical preference.

Choosing Live Music for Your Wedding

The right musicians depend on your venue, guest numbers and the mood you want at each stage of the day. Acoustic and classical performers work well for ceremonies and drinks receptions, while larger acts with fuller sound suit evening parties. Many wedding performers near you offer multi-part packages, so a single booking can cover several hours across different stages of the celebration. Ask about setup requirements, repertoire flexibility and whether the act provides their own sound equipment.

Wedding Musician Pricing in Reading

Wedding musicians in Reading range from £120 for solo acoustic performers to £1,250+ 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.

How much does it cost to hire Wedding Musicians available in Reading, England, United Kingdom?

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The average price for Wedding Musicians available in Reading, England, United Kingdom is £350 (GBP). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 195 enquiries for Wedding Musicians at events in and around Reading, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 6 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
68% 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
59% of events take place in these months
Booked acts travelled
About 25 miles
Typical distance from an act's base to the event

Reviews of Wedding Musicians based near Reading

5/5 from 535 reviews
Photo of Kaushik Shukla Kaushik Shukla "A brilliant event cannot thank Kaushik enough He is very professional and adapted to all our requests You will not regret taking up his services He sung both Indian and English songs wonderfully Once again thanks" Based in Reading, England 24th August 2026 Krishan Marwaha - Private event Photo of The Sax Sound The Sax Sound "Absolutely amazing, created such a great atmosphere on our boat party and made it very memorable!" Based in Reading, England 17th August 2026 Caroline - Private event Photo of David Brewster / Reggae / party band David Brewster / Reggae / party band "David Brewster get your diary out you'll be back soon !" Based in Reading, England 8th October 2025 Darren - Booking; Hare & Hounds Public House Photo of Craigievar Ceilidh Band Craigievar Ceilidh Band "Thank you for another fantastic party last night. You were all brilliant and really embraced the spirit of the event which really puts the icing on the proverbial cake. Please can we book you for 2024?!" Based in Reading, England Rachael Thomson - Burns Night Reeling Party Photo of Jbmac Jbmac "JBMAC are great to work with - a delight both on and off stage. They deliver a great set of dance music covers sure to fill any dance floor. They are flexible and adaptable and really go the extra mile to make sure the audience has a great time. We love working with them and will definitely book them again for our events." Based in Henley on Thames, England (6 miles from Reading) 5th August 2026 Angie Avlianos - BFBS Photo of Rock The Night Rock The Night "Amazing performers , the videos don't do them any justice. We hired the Dawnbreakers for a joint birthday party and they provided the best entertainment. Everyone raved about the band , would highly recommend!" Based in Bracknell, England (10 miles from Reading) Mathilde Fletcher - Birthday

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for wedding musicians on Gig Heaven is £350, with rates from £120 to £1,250+. 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 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.

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 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.

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.

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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