{"id":104,"date":"2016-08-24T12:20:51","date_gmt":"2016-08-24T11:20:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/188.166.168.151\/2016\/08\/24\/encores-guide-to-booking-a-guitarist\/"},"modified":"2023-12-28T16:21:20","modified_gmt":"2023-12-28T16:21:20","slug":"how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Guitarist Booking Guide &#8211; 2024 Prices, Hiring Advice and FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you curious about hiring a guitarist for a wedding or private event but don&#8217;t know where to start? We\u2019ve compiled answers to the questions we hear most often, complete with tips and inside knowledge from some of our top guitarists. To discuss booking a musician with our team, simply email\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:bookings@encoremusicians.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bookings@encoremusicians.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Already decided you&#8217;d like to hire a guitarist and want to compare prices, reviews and videos of guitarists near you?<\/p>\n<a class=\"maxbutton-1 maxbutton maxbutton-hire-violinists\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse all musicians\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/hire\/guitarists\"><span class='mb-text'>Browse all Guitarists \u2192<\/span><\/a><ol>\n<li><a href=\"#one\">The Basics of Hiring a Guitarist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#two\">Guitarist Equipment &amp; Setup<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#three\">Solo Guitar Repertoire<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#four\">Hiring a Guitarist for a Wedding<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#five\">Booking a Solo Guitarist<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_57_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69da530b0374f\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 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Hiring a Guitarist<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#What-styles-of-music-can-a-solo-guitarist-play\" title=\"What styles of music can a solo guitarist play?\">What styles of music can a solo guitarist play?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Hiring-an-acoustic-guitarist-vs-an-electric-guitarist\" title=\"Hiring an acoustic guitarist vs an electric guitarist?\">Hiring an acoustic guitarist vs an electric guitarist?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#What-are-the-different-types-of-guitar-available\" title=\"What are the different types of guitar available?\">What are the different types of guitar available?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Acoustic-Guitar\" title=\"Acoustic Guitar\">Acoustic Guitar<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Classical-Guitar\" title=\"Classical Guitar\">Classical Guitar<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Electro-acoustic-Guitar\" title=\"Electro-acoustic Guitar\">Electro-acoustic Guitar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Electric-Guitar\" title=\"Electric Guitar\">Electric Guitar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Gypsy-Jazz-Guitar-Selmer-Guitar\" title=\"Gypsy Jazz Guitar (Selmer Guitar)\">Gypsy Jazz Guitar (Selmer Guitar)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#What-is-fingerstyle-guitar\" title=\"What is fingerstyle guitar?\">What is fingerstyle guitar?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Guitarist-Equipment-Setup\" title=\"Guitarist Equipment &amp; Setup\">Guitarist Equipment &amp; Setup<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#How-much-space-does-a-guitarist-need\" title=\"How much space does a guitarist need?\">How much space does a guitarist need?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#What-equipment-do-I-need-to-provide-when-I-hire-a-guitarist\" title=\"What equipment do I need to provide when I hire a guitarist?\">What equipment do I need to provide when I hire a guitarist?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Do-I-need-a-to-provide-a-PA-system\" title=\"Do I need a to provide a PA system?\">Do I need a to provide a PA system?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#How-long-does-the-guitarist-need-to-set-up\" title=\"How long does the guitarist need to set up?\">How long does the guitarist need to set up?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Do-I-need-to-provide-food\" title=\"Do I need to provide food?\">Do I need to provide food?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Can-a-guitarist-play-outside\" title=\"Can a guitarist play outside?\">Can a guitarist play outside?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#What-dress-code-can-I-expect\" title=\"What dress code can I expect?\">What dress code can I expect?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#How-long-will-the-guitarist-play-for\" title=\"How long will the guitarist play for?\">How long will the guitarist play for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Do-I-need-to-provide-parking-when-I-hire-a-guitarist\" title=\"Do I need to provide parking when I hire a guitarist?\">Do I need to provide parking when I hire a guitarist?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Solo-Guitar-Repertoire\" title=\"Solo Guitar Repertoire\">Solo Guitar Repertoire<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#What-are-the-most-popular-repertoire-requests-for-guitarists\" title=\"What are the most popular repertoire requests for guitarists?\">What are the most popular repertoire requests for guitarists?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Can-a-solo-guitarist-play-my-favourite-song\" title=\"Can a solo guitarist play my favourite song?\">Can a solo guitarist play my favourite song?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Can-a-solo-guitarist-take-requests\" title=\"Can a solo guitarist take requests?\">Can a solo guitarist take requests?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#What-is-the-most-popular-partyevent-repertoire\" title=\"What is the most popular party\/event repertoire?\">What is the most popular party\/event repertoire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Im-not-sure-what-type-of-music-I-want-%E2%80%93-where-can-I-go-for-ideas\" title=\"I&#8217;m not sure what type of music I want &#8211; where can I go for ideas?\">I&#8217;m not sure what type of music I want &#8211; where can I go for ideas?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Can-the-guitarist-play-with-a-singer\" title=\"Can the guitarist play with a singer?\">Can the guitarist play with a singer?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Hiring-a-Guitarist-for-a-Wedding\" title=\"Hiring a Guitarist for a Wedding\">Hiring a Guitarist for a Wedding<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Which-parts-of-the-wedding-ceremony-can-the-guitarist-play-during\" title=\"Which parts of the wedding ceremony can the guitarist play during?\">Which parts of the wedding ceremony can the guitarist play during?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Can-I-request-a-specific-song-to-walk-down-the-aisle-to\" title=\"Can I request a specific song to walk down the aisle to?\">Can I request a specific song to walk down the aisle to?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Can-the-guitarist-play-at-the-reception-as-well-as-the-ceremony\" title=\"Can the guitarist play at the reception as well as the ceremony?\">Can the guitarist play at the reception as well as the ceremony?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Booking-a-Guitarist\" title=\"Booking a Guitarist\">Booking a Guitarist<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#How-far-in-advance-should-I-book-a-guitarist\" title=\"How far in advance should I book a guitarist?\">How far in advance should I book a guitarist?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#How-much-does-a-guitarist-cost\" title=\"How much does a guitarist cost?\">How much does a guitarist cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#Do-I-have-to-pay-travel-feesporterage-when-I-hire-a-guitarist\" title=\"Do I have to pay travel fees\/porterage when I hire a guitarist?\">Do I have to pay travel fees\/porterage when I hire a guitarist?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/#How-do-I-handle-contracts-and-payment-when-hiring-a-guitarist\" title=\"How do I handle contracts and payment when hiring a guitarist?\">How do I handle contracts and payment when hiring a guitarist?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"anameonethebasicsa\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solo-Guitarist-or-Singing-Guitarist\"><\/span>Solo Guitarist or Singing Guitarist?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In this guide, we&#8217;ll be discussing how to hire a solo guitarist who does not sing. Popular styles of solo guitarist include Classical, Jazz, Spanish and fingerstyle.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a guitarist who can also sing, we&#8217;d recommend you read our <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/singing-guitarist-booking-guide-how-to-hire\/\">Guide to Hiring a Singing Guitarist &#8211; Prices, Advice and FAQs<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img data-attachment-id=\"2780\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/guitarist-4\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?fit=1540%2C778&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1540,778\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Guitarist\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?fit=300%2C152&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?fit=770%2C389&amp;ssl=1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2780\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?resize=770%2C389&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Guitarist on Encore\" width=\"770\" height=\"389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C517&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?resize=300%2C152&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?resize=768%2C388&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?resize=1536%2C776&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?resize=370%2C187&amp;ssl=1 370w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?resize=270%2C136&amp;ssl=1 270w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?resize=570%2C288&amp;ssl=1 570w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?resize=740%2C374&amp;ssl=1 740w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?resize=360%2C182&amp;ssl=1 360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Guitarist-1.jpg?w=1540&amp;ssl=1 1540w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"anameonethebasicsa\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The-Basics-of-Hiring-a-Guitarist\"><\/span><a name=\"one\"><\/a>The Basics of Hiring a Guitarist<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"whatstylesofmusiccantheguitaristplay\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-styles-of-music-can-a-solo-guitarist-play\"><\/span>What styles of music can a solo guitarist play?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While specific guitarists may specialise in particular areas of repertoire, almost any style of music &#8211; including flamenco, pop, jazz, folk, classical &#8211; works on the acoustic guitar, while the electric guitar is used for rock &#8216;n roll and heavy metal.<\/p>\n<p>The genres most popular among Encore customers looking to hire a guitarist are:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Pop Covers (sometimes with a loop pedal)<\/li>\n<li>Jazz<\/li>\n<li>Classical<\/li>\n<li>Spanish<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Many guitarists are versatile and are happy to play a variety of repertoire during the same event. You might want to have a set of laidback jazz music to begin with, and then a second set of more upbeat Spanish music afterwards, for example.<\/p>\n<p>Some guitarists, however, are specialists<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/e46GAMqHPtA?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p><center><em>&#8220;People love the intimacy of the guitar &#8211; it&#8217;s an instrument that brings people together.&#8221;<\/em> &#8211;<small><br \/>\nEncore guitarist <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Joncan-Kavlakoglu\">Joncan Kavlakoglu<\/a><br \/>\n<\/small><\/center><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hiring-an-acoustic-guitarist-vs-an-electric-guitarist\"><\/span>Hiring an acoustic guitarist vs an electric guitarist?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When hiring a guitarist, you should decide whether you would like them to perform purely acoustically, either on an acoustic guitar or a classical guitar, or whether you would like them to perform an electric or electro-acoustic guitar which can be amplified. We&#8217;ll discuss the differences between each type of guitar in the next section.<\/p>\n<p>Your decision should be based on two things:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Which sound do you prefer most?<\/li>\n<li>How big is your venue and how many people are attending?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>We would only recommend hiring an acoustic guitarist without an amp if your venue is extremely small, or if you want them to perform during a moment when everyone is quiet, such as the signing of the register at a wedding, a solo recital, or a performance at a funeral.<\/p>\n<p>Otherwise, to ensure your guests hear the music and that the sound carries across the entire room, we always recommend hiring a guitarist with an amplifier.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-are-the-different-types-of-guitar-available\"><\/span>What are the different types of guitar available?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When hiring a guitarist, there are generally five types of guitar available:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Acoustic<\/li>\n<li>Classical<\/li>\n<li>Electro-acoustic<\/li>\n<li>Electric<\/li>\n<li>Gypsy Jazz<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Acoustic-Guitar\"><\/span>Acoustic Guitar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is an entirely un-amplified guitar that is well-suited to modern genres, such as pop covers and jazz.<\/p>\n<p>Here is an example of an acoustic guitarist, <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Tom-Butterworth\">Tom Butterworth,<\/a> performing Here Comes The Sun:<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5TbQqlTbX1U?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<a class=\"maxbutton-1 maxbutton maxbutton-hire-violinists\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse all musicians\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Tom-Butterworth\"><span class='mb-text'>Hire Tom Butterworth \u2192<\/span><\/a><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This type of guitar is most suitable for small venues and spaces with a small number of guests. If there are going to be a lot of people, or you&#8217;re hosting in a large space, we recommend hiring a guitarist with an electroacoustic or electric guitar.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Classical-Guitar\"><\/span>Classical Guitar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>While the acoustic guitar has steel strings, the classical guitar has nylon strings, which gives it a rounder and more mellow sound. The guitar itself also looks different, often with more ornamentation, and classical guitarists will tend to perform in a slightly different position, with the fretboard tilted upwards at an angle.<\/p>\n<p>The classical guitar is obviously best-suited to classical music (!) but is also used for Spanish guitar compositions.<\/p>\n<p>Here is an example of a classical guitarist, <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Tom-Gamble\">Tom Gamble<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Ahmed-Cardenas\">,<\/a> performing the Prelude from Cavatina by Alexandre Tansman<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iur-j0KmLUM?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<a class=\"maxbutton-1 maxbutton maxbutton-hire-violinists\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse all musicians\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Tom-Gamble\"><span class='mb-text'>Hire Tom Gamble \u2192<\/span><\/a><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Although most classical guitars are acoustic, some guitarists also own Electro-Classical Guitars which can be amped up for bigger events.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Electro-acoustic-Guitar\"><\/span>Electro-acoustic Guitar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>An electro-acoustic guitar, very simply, is an acoustic guitar that can be plugged into an amp and amplified. The sound is very similar to that of an acoustic guitar, but can obviously be made much louder using the amplifier.<\/p>\n<p>Here is an example of a Encore jazz guitarist, <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Miguel-Mendes\">Miguel Mendes<\/a>, performing Shape of You with a loop pedal using an electro acoustic guitar:<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JDTMjhjZ87k?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Electric-Guitar\"><\/span>Electric Guitar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The electric guitar can only be performed when plugged into an amp, and has a distinctive and highly customisable sound.<\/p>\n<p>When hiring a solo electric guitarist to perform at an event, popular genres for electric guitarists are jazz, pop and rock.<\/p>\n<p>An electric jazz guitarist is able to perform on their own without any backing, whilst a pop or rock guitarist may perform with backing tracks to pad out their sound.<\/p>\n<p>Here is an example of an Encore jazz guitarist, <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Morgan-Green\">Morgan Green<\/a>, performing Yesterday by The Beatles on the electric guitar:<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/L97UB2pw4TQ?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<a class=\"maxbutton-1 maxbutton maxbutton-hire-violinists\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse all musicians\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Morgan-Green\"><span class='mb-text'>Hire Morgan Green \u2192<\/span><\/a><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gypsy-Jazz-Guitar-Selmer-Guitar\"><\/span>Gypsy Jazz Guitar (Selmer Guitar)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Selmer guitar was made popular by Gypsy Jazz guitarists like Django Reinhardt. The guitar itself looks different to regular guitars, often with a thinner sound hole in the body.<\/p>\n<p>Here is one of Encore&#8217;s top gypsy jazz guitarists, <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Andrea-Vergani\">Andrea Vergani<\/a>, performing Minor Swing with his group <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/SwingTrain42\">Swing Train 42<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/guooFsV1sIo?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<a class=\"maxbutton-1 maxbutton maxbutton-hire-violinists\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse all musicians\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/SwingTrain42\"><span class='mb-text'>Hire Swing Train 42 \u2192<\/span><\/a><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-is-fingerstyle-guitar\"><\/span>What is fingerstyle guitar?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#8216;Fingerstyle&#8217; is simply the word used to describe a guitarist plucking the strings directly, either with their fingertips, fingernails or very small picks attached to their fingers, as opposed to a guitarist who is just strumming chords on their guitar, or playing individual notes one at a time with one pick.<\/p>\n<p>Fingerstyle guitar playing involves multiple lines of music played at the same time, such as a melody, a bassline and chords to add harmony in the middle, and is more intricate than either strumming or using a pick.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"anametwoequipmentsetupa\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guitarist-Equipment-Setup\"><\/span><a name=\"two\"><\/a>Guitarist Equipment &amp; Setup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"howmuchspacedoesaguitaristneed\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-much-space-does-a-guitarist-need\"><\/span>How much space does a guitarist need?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A single guitarist will need approximately 2 x 2 metres, or a bit more than the size of an average 4-person dining table.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"whatequipmentdoineedtoprovide\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-equipment-do-I-need-to-provide-when-I-hire-a-guitarist\"><\/span>What equipment do I need to provide when I hire a guitarist?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You will need to provide a chair without arms, with sufficient light to see the music, and a power source for their amp.<\/p>\n<p><center><small><img data-attachment-id=\"4423\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-guitarist-booking-guide\/attachment\/51680\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/51680.jpeg?fit=449%2C800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"449,800\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"51680\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/51680.jpeg?fit=168%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/51680.jpeg?fit=449%2C800&amp;ssl=1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4423 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/51680.jpeg?resize=449%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"449\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/51680.jpeg?w=449&amp;ssl=1 449w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/51680.jpeg?resize=168%2C300&amp;ssl=1 168w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/51680.jpeg?resize=370%2C659&amp;ssl=1 370w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/51680.jpeg?resize=270%2C481&amp;ssl=1 270w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/encoremusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/51680.jpeg?resize=112%2C200&amp;ssl=1 112w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 449px) 100vw, 449px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/small><\/center><center>Encore Guitarist, <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/Sean-Ahern\">Sean Ahern<\/a><\/center><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"doineedatoprovideapasystem\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do-I-need-a-to-provide-a-PA-system\"><\/span>Do I need a to provide a PA system?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Guitarists will usually provide their own amp for small- to medium- size rooms as even twenty people talking can cover the relatively quiet sound of the acoustic guitar. All you need to provide is a power source close to the playing position. It would be good to let the musician know if you have a large number of guests and\/or a large room, so they can bring extra equipment if necessary.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"howlongdoestheguitaristneedtosetup\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-long-does-the-guitarist-need-to-set-up\"><\/span>How long does the guitarist need to set up?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Your musician will need about 15-30 minutes to set up.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"doineedtoprovidefood\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do-I-need-to-provide-food\"><\/span>Do I need to provide food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Musicians will appreciate bottled water and tea\/coffee\/biscuits upon arrival. Meals are always welcome, though generally not required unless your event is at dinnertime.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dz2jeiCnor8\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><center><small><br \/>\n<em>Encore guitarist <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/davidkellycg?tab=1\">David Kelly<\/a> plays<\/em> L\u00e1grima <em>by Francisco T\u00e1rrega<\/em> <\/small><\/center><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"canaguitaristplayoutside\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can-a-guitarist-play-outside\"><\/span>Can a guitarist play outside?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Absolutely, as long as the weather is warm enough, adequate rain shelter (such as a gazebo or marquee) is provided, and the guitarist is not in direct sunlight. If the guitarist is using amplification, an extension lead may need to be supplied. Make sure to tell the musician in advance if you want them to be outside so they can make the necessary preparations.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"whatdresscodecaniexpect\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-dress-code-can-I-expect\"><\/span>What dress code can I expect?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Guitarists can tailor their outfit to your event &#8211; white tie, tuxedo, floor-length gowns, cocktail dresses, smart casual or just all black are all possible.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"howlongwilltheguitaristplayfor\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-long-will-the-guitarist-play-for\"><\/span>How long will the guitarist play for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Sets are usually 45-60 minutes long with a 15 minute break between sets.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"doineedtoprovideparking\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do-I-need-to-provide-parking-when-I-hire-a-guitarist\"><\/span>Do I need to provide parking when I hire a guitarist?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the musician is planning to drive, please make provision for parking if possible. Having to drive around looking for a parking space in a town you don&#8217;t know can be stressful, expensive, and may delay the performance. It&#8217;s worth checking, though, as some may take the train (and might appreciate a pickup from the station!).<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AUCzBbreTlM\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><center><em>Encore guitarist <a href=\"https:\/\/encoremusicians.com\/zoewren?tab=1\">Zoe Lakota-Baldwin<\/a><\/em><\/center><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"anamethreerepertoirea\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solo-Guitar-Repertoire\"><\/span><a name=\"three\"><\/a>Solo Guitar Repertoire<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"whatarethemostpopularrepertoirerequests\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-are-the-most-popular-repertoire-requests-for-guitarists\"><\/span>What are the most popular repertoire requests for guitarists?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Our top guitarists tell us the following pieces are guaranteed to be a hit:<\/p>\n<p><em>Recuerdos de la Alhambra<\/em> by Francisco T\u00e1rrega<\/p>\n<p><em>Asturias<\/em> by Isaac Albeniz<\/p>\n<p><em>Concierto de Aranjuez, 2nd movement<\/em> by Joaqu\u00edn Rodrigo (arrangement required)<\/p>\n<p><em>Canon in D<\/em> by Johann Pachelbel<\/p>\n<p><em>Ave Maria<\/em> by J. S. Bach<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/inBKFMB-yPg\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can-a-solo-guitarist-play-my-favourite-song\"><\/span>Can a solo guitarist play my favourite song?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Absolutely! Guitarists love adding new pieces to their repertoire, and if they can\u2019t find an arrangement, will often tailor one themselves for your event. This may add an additional fee to your booking, but is well worth the extra expense to hear your favourite song played in a new and exciting way.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"cantheguitaristtakerequests\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can-a-solo-guitarist-take-requests\"><\/span>Can a solo guitarist take requests?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many guitarists have spent years memorising hundreds of songs, and\/or can pick up tunes very quickly by ear. However, if you have special repertoire requests, tell your guitarist as soon as possible to make sure they have adequate time to prepare.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"whatisthemostpopularpartyeventrepertoire\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-is-the-most-popular-partyevent-repertoire\"><\/span>What is the most popular party\/event repertoire?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Depends on the style of your event! It can be classical, pop, or a combination. 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If your ceremony is at a different venue from your reception, check that your guitarist has a car or that a friend or family member can give them a lift.<\/p>\n<p>When performing at a wedding ceremony, a guitarist will generally perform one or two 45-minute sets, with a 15-20 minute break in between.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"anamefourbookinga\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Booking-a-Guitarist\"><\/span><a name=\"five\"><\/a>Booking a Guitarist<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"howfarinadvanceshouldibook\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-far-in-advance-should-I-book-a-guitarist\"><\/span>How far in advance should I book a guitarist?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We advise booking as soon as possible, especially if you have special musical requests, but we handle last-minute bookings all the time at Encore and can easily find a guitarist at short notice.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"whatsthetypicalpriceforaguitarist\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-much-does-a-guitarist-cost\"><\/span>How much does a guitarist cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Each guitarist will set their own rates, but expect a fee of \u00a3200 for two 45-minute sets plus travel and amplification expenses if applicable. 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We have guitarists all over the country, so we can usually find someone close to your location.<\/p>\n<p>The standard rate is 47p\/mile so if the guitarist needs to travel 50 miles each way, that&#8217;s an additional \u00a347 for 100 miles of travel. This amount is included as a rough guide &#8211; each musician will set their own fees.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"howdoihandlecontractsandpayment\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-do-I-handle-contracts-and-payment-when-hiring-a-guitarist\"><\/span>How do I handle contracts and payment when hiring a guitarist?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The easiest way to handle contracts and payment is to book through Encore. Our bookings process is extremely straightforward, and once you have confirmed a booking with your chosen guitarist, contracts and payments will be handled painlessly and effortlessly by our secure payments system. 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