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Hannah McDermott

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About Hannah McDermott

Professional solo guitarist providing music at your wedding or event!
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Edinburgh
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Hannah is a versatile guitarist/musical performer currently residing in central Scotland. She is an enthusiastic and reliable musician that enjoys being part of the music industry. She has gained a wealth of musical knowledge in the completion of a BA(hons) degree in Popular Music and has gained experience within the Scottish music industry. An example of this would be becoming a finalist for The Quaich Project's Scottish Emerging Artist Competition, with regards to her own compositional work. As well as playing in Edinburgh based wedding band Juniper, Hannah's main focus is now on performing and arranging as a solo acoustic guitar player. This acoustic style of playing combines melodies and bass lines, creating a full band arrangement of songs that can be performed on just the guitar alone. Hannah's intricate playing is sophisticated yet moving, creating a sound for easy and enjoyable listening (perfect as background music during your event). Her song list ranges from classical studies and jazz standards to arrangements of your favourite pop songs and Scottish traditional music. ​If you are looking to book a guitarist for your event, Please get in touch! PA and 3 song requests also included. A high quality recording of specific songs can also be provided with an added fee.

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Hannah McDermott's Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Gabriela S
5 months ago
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5 out of 5

Hannah played guitar as our guests arrived at our wedding, and learned three songs for us to play as I walked in, we signed the certificate, and as we left. It fit the atmosphere of the day perfectly, and several people told us how lovely the music was as they arrived. It was just so special hearing some of our favourite songs played so beautifully, on such an important day. Thanks so much Hannah, we'll definitely be recommending you to friends!

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Alyssa M
9 months ago
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5 out of 5

Hannah was absolutely fantastic - she played such beautiful renditions of our two special requests for the ceremony, and really helped to set the atmosphere for the cocktail hour. She was incredibly professional, punctual, easy to communicate with and talented. Thank you for everything Hannah!!

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Elizabeth H
11 months ago
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5 out of 5

I asked for a specific song to walk down the aisle to, which is not usually played on the guitar, and Hannah played it beautifully, even sending a recording beforehand by email so I knew how it sounded. Thank you so much x

Reply from Hannah McDermott
11 months ago

Thanks so much for the kind words! All the best & congratulations, Hannah

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Jennifer M
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Hannah was absolutely brilliant at our wedding! In the lead up to the day we exchanged a few messages and had a zoom call where she outlined the equipment that she needed (just a chair and power socket) and checked whether we had anything specific that we wanted her to do. She has a relaxed manner and is super responsive coming back to any questions within a few hours. On the day she turned up on time and liaised with the venue meaning we didn't have to do a thing. She played acoustic versions of Caledonia, Can't Help Falling in Love and Here Comes the Sun at different points in our ceremony and the songs were just perfect and so beautifully played that many of our guests were in tears. I'd recommend Hannah to anyone who wants a professional, high quality, easy-to-work-with guitarist for their wedding. My husband and I are so glad we chose her over having a track played over the sound system; she added a really personal touch. Thank you!

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Virginia M
5 years ago, for a Wedding in Thistly Cross Roundabout
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5 out of 5

Thank you so much for playing at our wedding everyone was telling me how amazing you were before the ceremony. It was perfect!

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Hannah McDermott's Song list

Bouree- G.F Handel
Menuett- Johann Kreiger
Estundo in C- Fernando Sor
Etude- F.Carulli
Waltz- M.Carcassi
Canon- Pachabelle
Classical Gas-Mason Williams
Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring- Bach
The A Team- Ed Sheeran
Fast Car- Tracy chapman
Hey There Delilah- Plain White T's
Wonderwall- Oasis
Buckets of Rain- Bob Dylan
Isn’t She lovely- Stevie Wonder
Sir Duke- Stevie wonder
Superstition- Stevie Wonder
Blackbird- The Beatles
In My life- The Beatles
Here, There and Everywhere- The Beatles
Lady Madonna- The Beatles
Day Tripper- The Beatles
Here Comes The Sun- The Beatles
Can’t Help falling in love- Elvis Presley
Hallelujah- Jeff Buckley
And I Love You So- Don McClean
God Only Knows-The Beach Boys
Landslide- Fleetwood Mac
Rhiannon- Fleetwood Mac
How Long Will I Love You- The Waterboys
Brown Eyed Girl- Van Morrison
Moon River- Frank Sinatra
Autumn Leaves – Joseph Kosma
Misty- Erol Garner
My Funny Valentine
Blue in Green- Miles Davis
I Fall in Love Too Easily- Jule Styne
Just Friends- John Klemmer
Caledonia- Don Mclead
Wild Mountain Thyme
My Love is Like a Red Red Rose
Off to California
The Fair Hared Boy
The Barnley pilgrim
Greensleeves
Scarborough Fair
Loch Lomond
The Entertainer
Skye Boat Song
Mr Sandman
Angelina- Tommy Emmanuel

Hannah McDermott's Prices

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£75
Up to 1 hour£180
Up to 2 hours£225
Up to 3 hours£280
Packages
Wedding ceremony
This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. This price may be slightly adjusted based on travel distance.
£180
Wedding ceremony + Drinks reception
- Music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. - 2 x 45 min performances at the drinks reception. Price may be change slightly based on travel distance
£225

Add-ons

Audio recordings
+£50
Customer questions

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

I will try to be as flexible as I can to ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. Just let me know as soon as possible and I will do my best to accommodate

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

I am able to run music through my PA which I can play between sets.

How much time do you need to set up?

At least 30 minutes to ensure all runs smoothly

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

A few songs can be learnt on request ensuring you let me know a few weeks in advance
Musicianship
Genres:
Pop, Classical, Traditional Scottish folk, Folk, Jazz, Acoustic, Covers
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Event types:
Wedding, Private event, Corporate event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Recording session, Charity event, Birthday party, Burns night
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Other skills:
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