Guitarists available to hire in County Antrim
Latest reviews of our Guitarists in County Antrim
"Ged made a special day for my brothers 60th birthday even more special.He sang all my brothers favourite songs and made the whole experience unforgettable.Thankyou Ged."
Christine hired Ged Parker for a Birthday party (available in County Antrim)
"Brilliant from start to finish. George performed at our intimate wedding ceremony and dinner party to follow, and provided the perfect backdrop for us and our guests - all of whom were also full of praise. George helped make the evening exactly what we wanted it to be and he was lovely to work with. Thank you so much George. "
Megan hired George Nash for a Private event (available in County Antrim)
"Caelin played beautifully at our wedding, both during the ceremony and the drinks reception. His performance was absolutely stunning, my bridal entrance song in particular gave me goosebumps, and so many of our guests commented on how much they enjoyed his performance. In the months leading up to the wedding, Caelin was incredibly helpful and patient while we prepared and decided on the repertoire. He offered great advice and made the whole process feel effortless. On the day itself, he was punctual, professional, and delivered a spotless performance from start to finish. We couldn’t have been happier, thank you, Caelin, for adding such magic to our wedding!"
Victoria hired Caelin Forshaw for a Wedding (available in County Antrim)
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What styles of music can a solo guitarist play?
While some guitarists specialise in certain genres, the acoustic guitar may be used to play practically any form of music, including flamenco, pop, jazz, folk, and classical, while the electric guitar is utilised for rock 'n' roll and heavy metal. The following are the most common genres among Encore customers wishing to hire a guitarist: - Pop Covers (sometimes with a loop pedal) - Spanish Jazz Classical Many guitarists are versatile and enjoy performing a variety of repertoire at the same event. For example, you may start with a set of laid-back jazz music and then switch to a set of more energetic Spanish music.
What are the different types of guitar available?
1. Acoustic Guitar: An acoustic guitar is a traditional guitar that uses only an acoustic soundboard to help transmit the strings energy into the air to produce its sound. They are versatile and commonly used in various music genres. 2. Classical Guitar: Classical guitars are a type of acoustic guitar specifically designed for classical music. They have nylon strings which produce a mellow and warm tone, and a wide neck, allowing for specific fingerpicking techniques. 3. Electro-Acoustic Guitar: An electro-acoustic guitar is essentially an acoustic guitar fitted with a pickup or a microphone, allowing it to be plugged into an amplifier or sound system. This type of guitar can be played acoustically or amplified for larger performances. 4. Electric Guitar: Electric guitars use pickups and amplifiers to produce sound. They have a solid body, which can be made of various materials, and steel strings. Electric guitars are a staple in rock, jazz, blues, and many other modern music genres. 5. Gypsy Jazz Guitar: Gypsy jazz guitars are similar in appearance to traditional acoustic guitars but have specific design elements such as a petite bouche ("small mouth") soundhole and a distinctive D-shaped soundhole. These guitars are associated with the gypsy jazz style popularised by Django Reinhardt. Apart from these, there are other specialised types of guitars like resonator guitars, 12-string guitars, and baritone guitars, each designed to produce specific tones and serve particular musical styles.
How long will the guitarist play for?
A typical set lasts between 45 and 60 minutes, with a 15-minute break between each.
How far in advance should I book a guitarist?
We recommend reserving as soon as possible, especially if you have specific musical requests, but at Encore, we manage last-minute reservations all the time and can easily find a guitarist on short notice.
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