Hire Si Dartford | Singing guitarist in Saint Ives

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About Si

Renowned singer, performed with the likes of Ed Sheeran, Ash, Lightning seeds - I know how to make your event even better!

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Singing guitarist

Saint Ives

Having performed over 1200 shows in my career, I have learned from the ground up how to put on the best performance possible. Whether it is a tasteful drinks reception or a lively upbeat set to dance to, with huge sing along anthems, I tailor my sets to reflect the crowd in front of me regardless of age or tastes. I have shared stages with the likes of Ed Sheeran, Ash, Lightning Seeds, Joe Purdy, William Crighton - to name a few. Performing with artists such as these has given me opportunity to witness first hand how to perform and engage with an audience. My live performance- It’s just me and an acoustic guitar, using a stomper, looper and vocal harmony pedals but the overall sound is as big or as intimate as you need. I have been described not as one man band, but a one man festival! I engage with the crowd, take requests and enjoy rapport with an audience , ensuring everyone is involved. I have full PA, lighting and ability to playlist “DJ” after my sets. I can honestly say I do not leave my audiences disappointed. If your nan wants Rod Stewart, Your dad wants Oasis and you want something to dance to? I’ve got you covered.

5 out of 5

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Si's Reviews

5 out of 5

Si was amazing. He spoke with us the whole way through the booking process, discussing song choices and playlists for before and after. His set was spot on and sounded great. It is incredible the sound one guy can create. He nailed the vibe starting off chilled and then ending the night with dancing and huge singalongs. 100% recommend.

5 out of 5

We booked Si for our wedding, and he was awesome. His setlist was the perfect mix of classic 60s and 70s songs with some contemporary tunes thrown in, and he had everyone singing along. His voice is great, and you can tell he’s an experienced performer who knows how to read the crowd. If you’re looking for a talented musician to bring the perfect vibe to your wedding or event, I can’t recommend him highly enough!

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Si's Song list

Song list

• Little lion man – Mumford and Sons

• Baba O riley – The Who

• I believe in a thing called love – Darkness.

• Dance the Night away – Mavericks

• Sex on Fire – Kings of leon

• Wellerman – Shanty

• Cannonball - Damien Rice

• Kooks - She Moves in her own way

• Cher - Believe

• Hungry Heart - Bruce Springsteen

• The Gambler - Kenny Rogers

• I predict a riot - Kaiser Chiefs

• Twisting the night Away – Sam Cooke

• Stacy’s Mom - Fountains of Wayne

• I wanna be sedated – Ramones

• Shut up and dance - Walk the Moon

• Castle on the Hill - Ed Sheeran

• Sit Down - James

• Save tonight – Eagle Eye cherry

• I want to hold your hand – Beatles

• Yesterday – Beatles

• Twist and shout – Beatles

• Blackbird - Beatles

• Before I fall to pieces – Razorlight

• Eleanor Rigby – Beatles

• Hey Jude – Beatles

• While My guitar Gently Weeps – Beatles

• Don’t let me down - Beatles

• Honkey Tonk Woman – Rolling Stones

• Wild horses - Rolling Stones

• Paint it black – Rolling Stones

• Cant Stand me now – Libertines

• Don’t look back into the sun – Libertines

• Golden touch – Razorlight

• Somewhere else – Razorlight

• America – Razorlight

• Before I fall to pieces – Razorlight

• Take it easy – Eagles

• Desperado - Eagles

• The Young ones – Cliff Richard

• Run Away – Del Shannon

• Laid – James

• Don’t look back in anger – Oasis

• Wonderwall – Oasis

• Half the world away – Oasis

• Songbird – Oasis

• Stand By me - Oasis

• Angels – Robbie Williams

• Yellow – Coldplay

• Fix you – Coldplay

• Why does it always rain on me? – Travis

• First cut is the deepest – Rod Stewart

• Maggie May – Rod Stewart

• I don’t want to talk about it – Rod Stewart

• Handbags and gladrags – Chris Farlowe

• This old Heart of mine – Isley Brothers

• I fought the Law – Bobby Fuller/Clash

• Ring of fire – Johnny Cash

• Folsom Prison – Johnny Cash

• Will you Love me tomorrow – Shirelles

• Blue Suede Shoes – Elvis Presley

• Hound Dog – Elvis Presley

• A Little respect – Erasure

• Teenage dirtbag – Wheatus

• Time of your life – Greenday

• Im a believer – Monkees

• Daydream Believer Monkees

• It must be love – Madness

• Bad Moon Rising – Cleedence Clearwater revival

• Dakota – Stereophonics

• Ohh La la - Faces

• Bad to me – Billy J Kramer

• Run of the mill – George Harrison

• Wonderful world – Louis Armstrong

• I Want to Break Free – Queen

• Surfer Girl – Beach boys

• Naïve - Kooks

• Seaside -Kooks

• She moves in her own way – Kooks

• Jackie big tits - Kooks

• Cecelia – Simon and Garfunkel

• Budapest – George Ezra

• Dirty old town – Pogues

• Teenager in love – Dion and the Belmonts

• Tracks of my tears – Smokie Robinson

• Whiskey in the jar – Thin Lizzy

• Boys are back in town – Thin Lizzy

• Happy together – the turtles

• Teenage kicks – Undertones

• Golden brown – stranglers

• Ever Fallen in love – Buzzcocks

• Stand by me – Ben E King

• Save the last dance for me – Platters

• Waggon Wheel – Old Crow medicine show

• Hotel Yorba – White stripes

• You’ve got a friend in me – Randy Newman (toy story theme)

• It aint me babe – Jonny cash/ Dylan

• All I have to do is dream – Everly Bros

• The great Pretender – The Platter

• Heart of gold – neil young

• That’s Entertainment – Jam

• Broken Stones – Paul Weller

• Forever Young – Dylan/Rod Stewart

• Day we caught the train – Ocean Colour Scene

• Basket Case – Greenday

• Dreaming of you – Coral

• Handle With care – Travelling Wilburys

• Rock Show – Blink 182

• Grow Old with me – Tom Odell

• Boys of Summer – Don Henley

• Mr Brightside - Killers

Plus Many more

Si's Prices

Last updated: 2025

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

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£100
Up to 1 hour	£140
Up to 2 hours	£200
Up to 3 hours	£300

Bronze

The Perfect start to your Wedding! Up to 20 minutes of music as the guests are seated Up to 3 songs whilst the register is being signed Up to 1 hour of live music for the drinks reception. You can pick songs for the set too!

£562.50

Silver

This is the most popular choice to set a great atmosphere to start you wedding off! I can perform the drinks reception as chilled background or I can perform as your evening entertainment with a more lively set 2 x 50 minute sets of live music for your drinks reception or evening party I can perform inside or outside Songs can be mellow, up beat or a mix, the choice can be yours I can "DJ" at the end of my set for up to an hour and a half (please enquire for price, this will be playlisted but we can choose the songs you want) I can also learn your first dance (please enquire for price)

£625

Gold

I can be yours for the whole day, so you don't have to worry about multiple people disrupting your special day. 1 hour of drinks reception chilled songs First Dance perfomed live 2 x 50 minutes of upbeat and sing along anthems evening set (or one long set) Playlist “DJ” set to close the night (playlisted, but you can choose what you want!) Use of microphone and PA for speeches Music playlists (spotify) played throughout the day Any other requests? let me know

£1500

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

The fact that I can engage with a crowd and react to what they want and have fun. Being adaptable is my niche and taking requests!

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

I have performed all over Europe. I have performed on thousands of people at festival stages and intimate settings alike. I’ve performed with some amazing musician la and shared stages with Ed Sheeran, Ash, Lightning Seeds, William Crighton, Joe Purdy, James Mcartney and Razorlight.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

It changes daily. It’s impossible to answer

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

I recently performed at Silverstone at the F1 weekend which was amazing.

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

I am always flexible and accommodating. Things change! I understand that and will be fluid to help the success of your day.

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

Yes! I can playlist in between and also after my set to keep the party going. We can also collaborate on this ensuring what you want is included!

How much time do you need to set up?

30 - 60 mins

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

Of course!

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

I have a full PA and lighting.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

With enough notice I will learn songs within reason.

Musicianship

Genres:

Covers, Acoustic, 1950s era music, 1990s era music, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, Folk, Easy listening, Britpop, Classic rock, Indie, Pop rock, Rock 'n' Roll

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Instruments:

Singing guitarist

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Event types:

Wedding, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Concert, Recording session, Birthday party, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Church service, Funeral / Memorial service

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Other skills:

Arranger, Audio engineer, Composer, Lyricist, Producer, Songwriter, Live looping

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