Guitarists for hire in Southend-on-Sea

Book a guitarist in Southend-on-Sea 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 Edina Balczó Guitarist with Encore
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£312.50 - £437.50
GuitaristLondon

Classical, Spanish and flamenco guitar for your event by an award-winning guitarist.

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Hire Adam Hall-Osman Guitarist with Encore
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£437.50 - £937.50
GuitaristWest Malling

Singer guitarist available worldwide! Played at 1000+ events around the globe including weddings, hotels and corporate events

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Hire Dave Gellett Guitarist with Encore
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£160 - £350
GuitaristSouthend-on-Sea

Solo acoustic performer with a varied repertoire of over 500 songs from old classics through to contemporary hits.

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Hire Paul Steven Wood Guitarist with Encore
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GuitaristColchester

Professional musician with 15 years experience performing at weddings and corporate events.

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Hire Darrel Mayhead Jazz Guitar Guitarist with Encore
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£200 - £450
GuitaristColchester

Solo jazz guitarist. Perfect for wedding receptions, private events, background music for bars, restaurants and hotels!

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Hire Rob Oliver Guitarist with Encore
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£220 - £400
GuitaristLongfield

I am a singer/guitarist based in Kent, with a wide repertoire, from Harry Styles to Frank Sinatra and everything in between!

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Hire Shannen Turner Guitarist with Encore
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£150 - £350
GuitaristSittingbourne

Shannen Turner has been singing professionally for 13 years. Her charming set will leave your guests feeling relaxed & in love with music!

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Hire Jesse Garwood Guitarist with Encore
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£187.50 - £500
GuitaristLondon

Passionate experienced guitarist, (250+ gigs) ready for Live Guitar needed! Played alongside Tommy Emmanuel CGP+ More! Verified jazz + blues

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Hire RJS Guitarist with Encore
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£200 - £475
GuitaristEssex

RJS! I am an acoustic performer Ideal for background afternoon performances at your wedding or function.

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Hire Dean Ince Guitarist with Encore
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£200 - £500
GuitaristMaidstone

Guitarist and bassist available for session work (live, studio and remote)

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Hire Jordan R Hemingway Guitarist with Encore
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£190 - £390
GuitaristBasildon

Jordan Hemingway is a Folk/Rock Singer/Guitarist

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Hire Rob Radley Guitarist with Encore
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£395 - £675
GuitaristColchester

Fun, energetic and highly professional performer! Rob is an award winning musician from Essex, performing UK wide as a soloist and in bands.

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Hire Owen Hopwood Guitarist with Encore
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£275 - £375
GuitaristLondon

Versatile singer and guitarist. Whether it's dinner music, sing alongs or dancefloors, Owen is your man

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Hire Shane Theo Joseph Guitarist with Encore
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£220 - £335
GuitaristIlford

LTCL-qualified Classical Guitarist. Make your event a magical experience.

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Hire Gordon Mark Webber Guitarist with Encore
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£200 - £350
GuitaristBexley

Dynamic, powerful and soulful, his voice resonates with a raw energy and has been described as‘a sublime mixture of gravel and honey’.

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Hire Chris Hobart Guitarist with Encore
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£250 - £450
GuitaristBasildon

Armed with his Acoustic Guitar and soulful vocals Chris is a great choice, with over 15 years live experience performing at over 500 events

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Hire Lewis Ross Guitarist with Encore
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£225 - £437.50
GuitaristMaidstone

An Acoustic Musical Journey - 70's to modern day, 5* singer guitarist.

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Hire Josh Gernon Guitarist with Encore
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£375 - £500
GuitaristColchester

Wedding Singer & Guitarist in Essex - Perfect for your wedding Ceremony, Drinks Reception and Wedding Breakfast.

Latest reviews of our Guitarists in Southend-on-Sea

Edina Balczó
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"I can't recommend Edina highly enough. She was absolutely amazing. Our guests loved her and gave us lots of compliments. Our wedding was made very special by her presence. It made our day. Thank you so much Edina. Very talented and also lovely personally."

Sharon hired Edina Balczó for a Wedding (available in Southend-on-Sea)

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Edina Balczó
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"She was absolutely brilliant and all the guests loved her musicality. I'd definitely use Edina again. She was punctual, friendly and ideal for our "spanish" style evening."

Jacs hired Edina Balczó for a Private event (available in Southend-on-Sea)

Verified Review, 15 June 2024
Darrel Mayhead Jazz Guitar
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"Darrel is absolutely fantastic! Such a talented musician, so professional and extremely polite and kind! Couldn’t be happier with our booking for our wedding reception! "

Courtney hired Darrel Mayhead Jazz Guitar for a Wedding (available in Southend-on-Sea)

Verified Review, 14 October 2023

FAQs about hiring Guitarists in Southend-On-Sea

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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 Southend-On-Sea

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Popular genres:
Pop, Rock, Folk
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2 hours
Busiest times:
June, July, August

How much does it cost to hire a Guitarist in Southend-on-Sea?

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

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