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Acoustic Musicians in Berkshire

Live acoustic music for weddings and events in Berkshire

An acoustic act brings live music to a space where a full band would be too much. Across Berkshire, that means a singer and guitar for the aisle, a duo on the terrace during the drinks reception, or a trio playing through the meal, with a sound that stays warm and relaxed.

Whether your wedding is near Reading, Windsor and Newbury or further afield, the acoustic acts here cover the whole of Berkshire. Local venues include Englefield House, Coworth Park and Ufton Court, and it's worth checking with your venue where the music or entertainment will be set up. You'll find more Berkshire venues below, including The Elephant Hotel, Dorney Court and The Great House at Sonning, each with its own page.

The appeal of an acoustic act is how easily it fits in. With guitars, vocals and sometimes a cajon or double bass, an acoustic line-up can play in a ceremony room, on a terrace or in a busy courtyard and still sound warm and relaxed.

Hireaband has booked wedding entertainment since 1999. Each acoustic act on this page travels to Berkshire as standard, and the instant quote button shows prices and availability for your date without waiting for a reply.

The essentials:

  • Typical cost: £350 to £1,400, depending on how long they perform and the date
  • Your quote shows exactly what's included
  • Ceremony, drinks reception and wedding breakfast packages available from many acts
  • Most couples book several months ahead, sooner for a summer Saturday
  • Every booking carries a 14-day change-of-mind refund

Think about the size of the space and how many guests will be there. A single performer works well for up to around 80 guests in a ceremony room, while a duo or trio carries better outdoors or in a busy reception. Most acts bring a small, discreet PA so they can be heard without being loud.

Most acoustic act bookings fall between £350 and £1,400. A solo musician for a single set sits at the lower end; a duo or trio covering the ceremony, drinks and wedding breakfast sits towards the upper end. The date and time of year make up the rest of the difference, so a weekday or winter date can cost less than a summer Saturday.

Rather than a generic demo, every act's page shows the performer you would be booking, with videos, audio, a repertoire list and reviews. Between them you can get a clear sense of the act well before the day.

Enter your date and venue in the instant quote button for live pricing and availability. After you book, we look after the contract, deposit and details, and keep in touch right up to the wedding. You also get a 14-day change-of-mind refund and an emergency contact number to use on the day.

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XY Duo

Beautiful, intimate, stripped back acoustic versions of your favourite songs | Perfect Daytime Entertainment

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From £1,045

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Essential Acoustic Guitarist

The Perfect Accompaniment To Any Ceremony, Reception or Evening

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From £315

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Whisky & Wine

A Folk Based Acoustic Duo Performing A Range Of Popular Covers

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From £840

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Guitarist Filippo

Filippo Is A Solo Guitarist Performing A Wide Range Of Music For All Events

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From £330

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras
Band Under a Grand

Swing Dynamos

The Swing Dynamos Are An Authentic Gypsy Jazz Ensemble

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From £895

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Wanderers

Mumford Folk Meets Pop & Rock. Available Static or Roaming.

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From £2,160

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras
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Working with a budget?

We work with acts from £250 - £5,000+! We can certainly help you find the perfect entertainment that fits your style and budget - get in touch to get started.

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Lanigans Shindig

An established lively authentic Irish Band for Weddings, Parties & Corporate Events playing traditional Irish folk and covers

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From £1,110

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Guitarist & Singer Ian

Solo Acoustic Guitarist and Vocalist, Ian Britt, Performs His Unique Covers Of Classic Hits

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From £450

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Close Harmony

Male & Female Vocal Duo. Daytime or Evening Entertainment.

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From £400

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Boss Acoustic

Solo, Duo or Trio Acoustic Act. Perfect For Receptions or Daytime Entertainment

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From £900

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Tommy & Sons

Three or Four Piece Folk Style Covers Band | Roaming or Static Options Available.

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From £2,020

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Joe Penfold - Singer & Pianist

Joe Penfold - A Super Singer and Pianist Performing a Variety of Genres And Sing-along Hits

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From £545

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Roaming Romantics

4 Piece Acoustic Roaming Band Bringing A Mix Of Genres To Any Event

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From £1,945

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras
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Working with a budget?

We work with acts from £250 - £5,000+! We can certainly help you find the perfect entertainment that fits your style and budget - get in touch to get started.

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Jessie MaKee

Solo Singer / Guitarist | Background or Main Event Entertainment

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From £570

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Blue Note Jazz

Duo or Trio | Sax, Guitar, Drums | Standards & Modern Covers

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From £595

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Velvet Jazz

2 - 5 Piece Jazz Band | Ideal Daytime Entertainment | Female Vocals

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From £525

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Jack & Tee

Versatile Duo | Male & Female Vocals | Guitar, Drums, Violin

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From £915

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

The Blue Suns Duo

Acoustic Duo | Vocals, Guitar, Piano

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FAQs

Usually the ceremony music, a set during the drinks reception and background music through the wedding breakfast. Most play acoustic versions of well-known songs and can learn a special request for the aisle.

Yes. Most acoustic acts bring a small PA that lets them be heard across a courtyard or reception room while guests can still talk comfortably.

Yes, as long as there's power nearby and some cover in case of rain. Tell us your venue in Berkshire and the act will confirm what they need.

Very little. A solo act or duo needs a small corner of the room or terrace and one power socket.

Typically £350 to £1,400, depending on the line-up, how long they play and the date. Your quote shows exactly what's included.

Yes. Each act lists its repertoire, and most are happy to learn one or two special requests with enough notice.

Reviews

(5)

“Jessie was amazing from the minute we first spoke to him, so chilled and made everything stress free which is exactly what we wanted. He has the most incredible voice and his performance of our first dance was honestly unreal, we actually preferred it to the original! Even with only 30 guests at the wedding party, he still managed to fill the dance floor with the DJ set later on. We cannot thank him enough.”

(5)

“Thank you so much for your contribution to Caroline and Gustavo's wedding on Saturday. Your playing was absolutely fabulous and gave the Spanish Theme a wonderful lift. It was absolutely lovely and so many people commented on how beautifully you played and how great the tunes were. Everyone appreciated your contribution to the day and it made such a difference. Many many thanks.”

(5)

“Declan was a breath of fresh air- not only was he professional but put us both at ease knowing that the music was in the best hands. We received loads of compliments about the ceremony and drinks reception music Declan played. He chatted away to some of our guests before he headed off which was lovely. Would recommend Declan 100% to anyone and only wish we had another event to book him for!”

(5)

“Tommy & Sons were absolutely fabulous. We loved their sets, and so did all our guests. They were genuinely lovely people, and some of our guests were able to get up and sing with them. This was brilliant! Couldn't be happier with our choice to hire Tommy & Sons; comms between hireaband, and the band were excellent and we hope to use them again in the future. Thank you!”

(5)

“We thought Ian Was amazing! All our guests said how brilliant his voice was and how much they enjoyed his take on classic songs. He was very easy to contact when we were planning everything and even agreed to sing a few songs in memory of my late Mum and Dad. We booked him immediately after hearing him on an agency web site! Thanks for being a part of our special day Ian.”

(5)

“I hope you got back ok on Saturday night. We just wanted to thank you for making our wedding evening so perfect. The music was amazing and everyone really enjoyed it. Slightly biased, but I have never been to a wedding when the dance floor has been so full for so much of the night! Looking forward to seeing the photos. Thanks again”

Local Venues in Berkshire

Wasing Park

Wasing Park

Wasing Park near Aldermaston hands you 200 acres, 26 bedrooms and a barn with a stage of its own.

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Ufton Court

Ufton Court

A 16th-century tithe barn and a Grade I listed manor at Ufton Nervet near Reading, run entirely for charity, and a wonderful old room for a band.

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Englefield House

Englefield House

Englefield House at Theale is a Tudor house with glorious gardens and an evening that ends earlier than most.

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Cantley House Hotel

Cantley House Hotel

Cantley House at Wokingham keeps the party in a restored 17th-century barn with 50 acres of Berkshire around it.

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Royal Berkshire Hotel

Royal Berkshire Hotel

A Queen Anne house in 15 acres at Sunninghill near Ascot, with a walled garden, 66 bedrooms and a licence that runs to 1am.

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The Elephant Hotel

The Elephant Hotel

The Elephant at Pangbourne is 22 bedrooms of colour and character near the Thames.

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Dorney Court

Dorney Court

Dorney Court near Windsor is a Tudor manor house with a converted Victorian brewery for the party.

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The Great House at Sonning

The Great House at Sonning

The Great House at Sonning sits on the Thames between Reading and Henley, all lawns and terraces.

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Coworth Park

Coworth Park

A Georgian house in 240 acres by Windsor Great Park, with polo fields, a wildflower meadow and a serious kitchen.

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