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Paul Thorne

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Wedding Singer & Acoustic Guitarist – Beautiful Live Music for Your Special Day.
Singing guitarist
Southampton
Public liability insurance of £10 million

Wedding Singer & Acoustic Guitarist Paul is a professional wedding singer and acoustic guitarist with extensive experience performing at weddings and private events across the South of England. With a warm, melodic voice and a relaxed, engaging performance style, Paul provides the perfect live music for every part of your wedding day. From beautiful ceremony songs to laid-back drinks reception music and upbeat, feel-good favourites later in the day, Paul tailors each performance to suit your vision and create the right atmosphere at every moment. Music for Every Part of Your Day Paul regularly performs at all stages of a wedding, including: • Ceremony music – aisle walk, signing of the register and exit song • Drinks reception & wedding breakfast – relaxed acoustic covers while guests mingle • Afternoon & evening sets – uplifting, sing-along favourites to bring energy to the celebration Special song requests are always welcome, whether it’s a meaningful song for your ceremony or a favourite you’d love to hear on the day. Professional, Reliable & Stress-Free Paul understands how important your wedding day is and takes pride in offering a calm, reliable and professional service from start to finish. Communication is clear and friendly throughout the booking process, and on the day everything is handled smoothly so you can relax and enjoy the moment. All professional PA and sound equipment is provided, with a tidy and discreet setup that suits weddings of all sizes. Paul always dresses smartly and appropriately for the occasion, ensuring a polished and professional appearance. Style & Repertoire Paul’s repertoire includes modern chart hits, classic love songs, acoustic pop and well-known sing-along favourites, carefully selected to appeal to guests of all ages. His versatile style allows the music to remain subtle and atmospheric when required, or more lively and interactive when it’s time to lift the energy and get people smiling and singing along. Every wedding is different, and Paul is happy to adapt the music to suit your plans, venue and guest list. A Popular Choice for Weddings Paul is regularly booked for: • Wedding ceremonies • Drinks receptions • Wedding breakfasts • Afternoon & evening celebrations • Private parties and special occasions If you’re looking for a talented, friendly wedding singer and guitarist who creates the perfect atmosphere without ever being overpowering, Paul would love to help make your day unforgettable.

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Paul's Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Hanna P
19 days ago
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5 out of 5

Always on time, great music, friendly, just what we needed for a work event where we needed some chilled background music

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Megan R
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Paul was fantastic, really easy to communicate with before our wedding and was wonderful on the day, all our guests were extremely complimentary

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1 year ago

Thanks a lot Megan. I had amazing time playing at your wedding! Congratulations to you and your husband!

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Adam R
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

We could not of asked any more of Paul he was fantastic. Great singer and made the day that but better thanks again

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Ricky P
2 years ago
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5 out of 5

Paul was a true professional and all our guests really enjoyed his sets. He played a few special requests for us which brought back so many memories. We would recommend Paul to anyone and would readily book him again.

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Katie T
3 years ago, for a Birthday party in Corsham
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5 out of 5

We couldn’t have asked for a better singer for my 21st birthday! I had so many people come up to me after he had finished his sets and tell me how great he was, couldn’t recommend more.

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Sian L
4 years ago, for a Bar / Club / Venue event in Southampton
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5 out of 5

Paul is sensational! Not only is his voice incredible, but he is very entertaining and great with putting his audience in a fantastic mood. We have booked him again as there have been many people asking for his return. If you book with Paul, your event is guaranteed to be a huge success.

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Paul's Song list

2010s+
Avicii - Wake me Up
Bastille – Pompeii
Beyonce - Lose it all (Running)
Christina Perri – A Thousand Years
Coldplay – Sky full of Stars
Darius Rucker - Wagon Wheel
Ed Sheeran - Castle on the Hill
Ed Sheeran - Perfect
Ed Sheeran - Shape of You
Ed Sheeran - Tenerife Sea
Ed Sheeran - Thinking out loud
George Ezra - Blame it on me
George Ezra - Budapest
George Ezra - Shotgun
Harry Styles - As it Was
Harry Styles -Watermelon Sugar
John Legend - All of you
John Mayer - Free Fallin’
Justin Beiber - Love Yourself
Lumineers - Hey hoa
Mumford and Sons - I will Wait
Pharrel – Happy
Rhianna – We Found Love
Vance Joy – Riptide
Walk the Moon - Shut up and Dance
2000s
Adele - Make You feel my love
Amy Winehouse – Valerie
Coldplay Yellow
Israel kamakawiwoʻole - Somewhere over the
rainbow
Jack Johnson – Better Together
Jason Mraz – I’m Yours
Noah Kahan - Stick Season
Kings of Leon - Use Somebody
Stereophonics - Dakota
The Killers - Mr Brightside
The Kooks – She moves in her own Way
The Strokes - Last Nite
Train – Drops of Jupiter
1990s
Bryan Adams – Summer of 69
Jeff Buckley – Hallelujah
Oasis - Don’t look back in anger
Oasis - Wonderwall,
Oasis – Slideaway
Oasis – Songbird
Red Hot Chili Peppers - Under the Bridge
Robbie Williams - Angels
Travis - Driftwood
Dolly Parton – 9-5
Paul Simon - Graceland
Phil Collins - Can’t Hurry Love
Queen - Crazy Little Thing Called Love
Cat Stevens - Wild World
David Bowie – Starman,
Don Mclean - American Pie
Elton John – Rocket Man
Fleetwood Mac - Don’t Stop,
Fleetwood Mac - Landslide
John Denver - Country Roads
Pink Floyd – Wish You were Here
Stevie Wonder - Isn’t she Lovely
The Kinks – Sunny Afternoon
1960s
Del Shannon – Runaway
Donovan –Mellow Yellow
Elvis Presley – I can’t Help falling in Love
Marvin Gaye - Heard it Through the Grapevine
Neil Diamond – Sweet Caroline
Otis Reading – Dock of the Back
Roy Orbison - Pretty Woman
Sam Cooke – Cupid
Sam Cooke – Wonderful World
Simon and Garfunkel - Mrs Robinson
The Beach Boys - God Only Knows
The Beach Boys - Wouldn’t it be nice
The Beatles - And I Love her
The Beatles - Blackbird
The Beatles - Can’t buy me Love
The Beatles - Eight Days
The Beatles - Eleanor Rigby
The Beatles - Get Back
The Beatles - Help
The Beatles - Here comes the Sun
The Beatles - Hey Jude
The Beatles - In my life
The Beatles - Till there was you
The Beatles Twist & Shout
The Foundations – Build me up buttercup
The Monkees – I’m a Believer
Van Morisson - Brown Eyed Girl
Ben E King - Stand By Me
Bob Dylan - Don’t think Twice
Buddy Holly - Oh Boy
Carol King – Will you Still love me tomorrow?
Creedance Clearwater Revival - Bad Moon
Rising

Paul's Prices

Last updated: 2026

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

Standard Prices
DurationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£125
Up to 1 hour£250
Up to 2 hours£375
Up to 3 hours£502.50
Packages
Wedding Ceremony1 hour
Create the perfect atmosphere for your “I do” with beautifully performed live music throughout your ceremony. This package includes music as guests arrive and take their seats, carefully timed songs during the signing of the register, and a joyful exit song as you and your guests leave the ceremony space.
£312.50
Drinks Reception Music2 hours
Live acoustic music to create a relaxed, uplifting atmosphere during your drinks reception. This package includes two live performances of up to 50 minutes each, perfectly timed to keep guests entertained while they mingle and celebrate.
£375
Wedding Ceremony, Drinks Reception & Dinner Music4 hours
Live acoustic music to soundtrack your wedding from start to finish. This package includes beautifully timed music as guests arrive for your ceremony, meaningful songs during the signing of the register, and celebratory music as you leave as newlyweds. Following the ceremony, enjoy two live performances of up to 45 minutes each during your drinks reception, creating a relaxed and uplifting atmosphere. The music continues into your wedding breakfast with one further live set of 45 minutes as dinner is served, providing the perfect background while guests dine and chat.
£500
Customer questions

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

I always try my best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let me know and hopefully I can accommodate any changes.

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

I can put a playlist of background music on during any breaks in my performance.

How much time do you need to set up?

30 minutes.

Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?

Yes, I'm happy for you to select any songs you particularly like from the playlist.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes - everything needed for the performance. I do not, however provide any lighting such as disco lights etc.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Yes, happy to learn up to 2 songs on request. Additional songs will be charged at £30 to allow for learning/rehearsal time.
Musicianship
Genres:
Pop, Folk
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Event types:
Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Private event, Corporate event, Birthday party, Christmas party
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Other skills:
Composer, Producer, Songwriter
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