Accordionists for hire in Essex
Latest reviews of our Accordionists in Essex
"Jonas took time and special effort to suggest pieces, practise with the other musicians and adapt the chosen works to fit his instrument. He played beautifully at my wedding and was professional and communicative throughout."
Eve hired Jonas Stonkus for a Wedding (available in Essex)
"Really enjoyed Ben's choice of dances and songs. It was a great night. Just a pity we didn't get more dancing - nothing to do with Ben he was great. Thank you"
Elaine hired Ben Farmer for a Private event (available in Essex)
"Thom was keen to create the perfect ambience with music choices that we would enjoy. He arrived punctually, set up without fuss and was playing to greet us when we came back from the church ceremony. He proceeded to provide us with the perfect accompaniment to a glass of champagne!"
Fiona hired Thom Hardaker for a Wedding (available in Essex)
FAQs about hiring Accordionists in Essex
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Can any accordionist play my favourite song?
Professional accordionists will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that accordionists may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the accordionist's song list on their Encore profile.
How much time do accordionists take to set up?
Your accordionist will usually arrive about an hour or so before their performance begins to set up and get settled before they start playing. To avoid any delays, make sure the performance space is ready for the accordionist prior to their arrival.
My venue has asked for the performer’s PLI & PAT inspection certificates. What are these?
PLI stands for Public Liability Insurance. This insurance covers damage to another person or their property (it is also known as third party insurance). As many of our accordionists are members of the Musician's Union, they are already covered by PLI up to £10 million. PAT stands for portable appliance testing. Most of our accordionists will already have a PAT inspection certificate for their musical equipment/PA system, which they can provide to your venue if they need it.
Hiring an Accordionist in Essex
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Accordionists in Essex typically play Pop, Folk, Jazz, and most respond to enquiries within 2 hours. Demand peaks in June, November, December, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.
How much does it cost to hire an Accordionist in Essex?
Prices for Accordionists vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Accordionists typically charge around £200 per booking, mid-range acts around £300, and high-end Accordionists from £400 per booking upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 600 bookings and 337 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 23 August 2026
