Wedding Singers for hire in Essex
What our expert says...A great wedding singer can carry an entire day - performing soft acoustic songs during the ceremony and upbeat sets in the evening. Their versatility makes them one of the most flexible entertainment choices for couples.
— Perrine Gouarne, Managing Director at Encore Musicians
Latest reviews of our Wedding Singers in Essex
"Julia delivered a perfect evening of entertainment a great mix of old and new. She was great with our grandchildren, playing their favourites and getting them on the dance floor early before catering for adults. Julia has a great voice and adapts to all genres with ease. Easy to recommend."
Mr hired Julia - Jukebox Jules for a Private event (available in Essex)
"Cannot recommend Jake highly enough. I have seen him perform a number of times and had the pleasure of booking him to play at my venue for Valentines night. Absolutely fantastic musician and entertainer. Read the room perfectly and I will 1,000% be rebooking!! We at The Star, Steeple cannot thank you enough Jake 💫👏🏻"
Sian hired Jake Alexander for a Bar / Club / Venue event (available in Essex)
"Fantastic "
Jan hired Brian Shaw for a Private event (available in Essex)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Singers in Essex
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What is a wedding singer?
A wedding singer is a singer who specialises in or performs primarily at weddings. They often have a wide repertoire of songs, from modern pop hits to old-school ballads to folk, funk, and jazz.
How much do singers charge per song?
Our singers typically don’t charge per song but rather by ‘set’, typically two 45-minute slots with a 15-minute break. Our musicians are extremely flexible though and can adapt their performances for as long or short as you need them.
What should a wedding singer wear?
Wedding singers will usually work with you to ensure they are dressed appropriately for your event. If you are having a more traditional wedding, they will wear more formal attire and if you’d like a more laid-back feel to your big day, they will wear something more casual to fit in. Important to note, our singers for weddings are more than willing to be flexible on their attire to make sure they don’t clash with your theme, however, you always need to communicate these preferences with them well ahead of time so they can be prepared.
How long do wedding singers sing for?
How long a wedding singer will sing typically depends on which section of the wedding you have booked them for and if you’d like them all day or only for certain sections. It is typical for them to sing for 45 minutes with a 15-minute break during the reception, however, if you would like them to perform longer or at other sections such as dinner or cocktail hour, that is also possible.
Do you offer acoustic wedding singers?
Absolutely. If you’d like to browse through our collection of acoustic singers for weddings, filter by “Vibe/theme” in the “Advanced Search” section of our website. Another option is to reach out to one of our experts directly for personalised recommendations based on your needs.
Hiring a Wedding Singer in Essex
Useful information
Wedding Singers in Essex typically play Pop, Rock, Jazz, and most respond to enquiries within an hour. Demand peaks in July, August, 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 a Wedding Singer in Essex?
Prices for Wedding Singers vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Wedding Singers typically charge around £270 per booking, mid-range acts around £385, and high-end Wedding Singers from £500 per booking upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 12009 bookings and 6941 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 18 May 2026
