Guitarists for hire in Manchester

Book a guitarist in Manchester for your party, wedding or event. If you're looking for a fantastic guitarist to create the perfect atmosphere at your venue, you've come to the right place. Ranging from Spanish and classical guitar through to pop and rock, we have 360 of the best guitarists for hire right here for you to choose from.

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Hire Adam Towers Guitarist with Encore
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£160 - £260
GuitaristNorthwich

Contemperary music on a classical guitar! Adam is an acoustic fingerstyle guitarist who brings a unique twist to your favourite songs.

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Hire Jamie Ferguson Guitarist with Encore
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£250 - £400
GuitaristManchester

Entertaining one-man band with critical acclaim, based in Manchester.

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Hire Wayne Warnock Guitarist with Encore
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£218.75 - £406.25
GuitaristLiverpool

Wayne is guaranteed to entertain your party or function guests, and to keep any pub crowd happy with his wide and varied selection of music.

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Hire Dave Carter Guitarist with Encore
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£250 - £390
GuitaristCheadle

Guitarist and Singer performing in many different formats including Acoustic Duo LeLounge and Wedding Band LeFunk!

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Hire Guy Called Greg Guitarist with Encore
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£200 - £500
GuitaristLiverpool

Professional Wedding and Event Singer

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Hire Mark Griffiths Guitarist with Encore
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£190 - £310
GuitaristStockport

Multi-instrumentalist and performer based in the UK and willing to travel. Guitar, Ukulele, Piano, Instrumental or with Vocals

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Hire Catherine Taylor Dawson Guitarist with Encore
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£350 - £750
GuitaristCheshire, UK

Performances range from soulful & inviting to rocking a celebration with sing along & dancing songs adding style & energy to each event.

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Hire Rob Shaw Guitarist with Encore
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£260 - £320
GuitaristManchester

Wedding guitarist performing beautifully crafted solo arrangements of classic and modern romantic and feel-good songs.

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Hire Jack Manning Guitarist with Encore
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£225 - £400
GuitaristHuddersfield

A passionate, versatile musician bringing to light a classics from Ella Fitzgerald to Guns and Roses. Guaranteed to get the crowd dancing!

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Hire Andy Lewin Guitarist with Encore
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From£160
GuitaristWakefield

Andy has been a professional musician for over 20 years playing in a plethora of different bands and styles.

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Hire J. Hamilton Guitar Guitarist with Encore
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£135 - £290
GuitaristManchester

Music For All Ages And All Occasions

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Hire Erika Ignata Guitarist with Encore
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GuitaristManchester

Bringing the ultimate vibe to any kind of occasion with a range of different styles and songs, from classic rock to sing-along pop!

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Hire Tom Poggi Guitarist with Encore
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£160 - £350
GuitaristManchester

Guitarist, vocalist, pianist and kazooist.

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Hire Mike Braye Guitarist with Encore
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GuitaristSale

Fantastic male vocalist/acoustic guitarist with loop pedal, vocal harmoniser and stomp box. Live music for any occasion

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Hire Rory A. Green Guitarist with Encore
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£150 - £300
GuitaristManchester

Jazz guitarist based in the northwest available for weddings, corporate events, restaurants and any other events in need of background music

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Hire Mike Gardner Guitarist with Encore
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GuitaristManchester

Adept covers artist with 10+ years of experience performing across the UK & Europe.

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Hire James Frankland Guitarist with Encore
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£180 - £330
GuitaristBolton

James is a session guitarist based in the North West. He has extensive experience live and in the studio.

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Hire S&A Acoustic Duo Guitarist with Encore
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£400 - £650
GuitaristWarrington

Suzy and Alex perform energetic modern and classic covers - with two vocals and rhythmic guitar accompaniment, in a live lounge style.

Latest reviews of our Guitarists in Manchester

Mike Braye
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"Thank you Mike, what a wonderful evening we all had, Mike is an amazing musician, really talented. Look forward to the next time!"

Trish hired Mike Braye for a Private event (available in Manchester)

Verified Review, 30 November 2024
J. Hamilton Guitar
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"Jack was fantastic for my dad's 80th birthday. Great communication, very accommodating and really listened to what we wanted – and delivered. He really added the perfect atmosphere to the night, would definitely recommend!"

Adam hired J. Hamilton Guitar for a Private event (available in Manchester)

Verified Review, 5 October 2024
Wayne Warnock
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"Wayne was superb from start to finish ... Everyone has commented on how great he was and i would very highly recommend him. Thank you for making the night so brilliant "

Daniel hired Wayne Warnock for a Birthday party (available in Manchester)

Verified Review, 14 September 2024

FAQs about hiring Guitarists in Manchester

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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.

Hiring a Guitarist in Manchester

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Popular genres:
Pop, Rock, Folk
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1 hour
Busiest times:
June, July, August

How much does it cost to hire a Guitarist in Manchester?

The typical price for a Guitarist is:
£Budget£270
££Pro£360
£££High-end£450+

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