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Acoustic Musicians in Kent

Book acoustic musicians in Kent

Acoustic music suits the parts of a wedding or party where people want to talk as well as listen. In Kent, acoustic musicians are booked for ceremonies, drinks receptions, garden parties and wedding breakfasts, playing familiar songs in a stripped-back style that fills a room without taking it over.

Across Kent, acoustic acts are booked for weddings and events in and around Canterbury, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells. Venues in the area include The Beacon, Port Lympne and Cooling Castle Barn, each with its own ceremony rooms, lawns and reception spaces. You'll find more Kent venues below, including One Warwick Park, St Julian's Club and East Quay Venue, each with its own page.

Acoustic acts range from solo singer-guitarists to duos and small trios with harmonies. Repertoire usually runs from classic love songs and folk to acoustic versions of recent chart hits, so the music feels familiar without being loud.

We've been booking wedding entertainment since 1999, and every acoustic act on this page covers Kent. You can check your date and price straight away with the instant quote button.

The essentials:

  • Prices usually from £350 up to £1,400
  • Many acts can cover more than one part of the day in a single booking
  • Summer Saturdays book up first, so it pays to enquire early
  • The quote you receive sets out exactly what's included
  • 14-day change-of-mind refund on every booking

A solo singer-guitarist suits a ceremony or a small drinks reception. A duo adds harmonies and a fuller sound for a larger courtyard or dining room. A trio, often with cajon or bass, gives more energy for a garden party or a drinks reception with a lot of guests.

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.

Every act's page has video and audio of the performer you would actually book, along with their repertoire and written reviews from couples who have booked them. It's the easiest way to check the style and the sound before you commit.

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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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

James Deane

London based solo guiitar and vocalist of a world class standard.

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From £900

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

David B - Jazz Pianist

A talented, professional solo musician from Brighton, bringing a touch of class to your event

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From £380

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

Greenwich Village Stompers

An impeccable jazz band with style and class.

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From £1,075

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The Callers

Versatile Acoustic Duo With Male Vocals Based In London Providing Tailored Entertainment For A Variety Of Special Events

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From £845

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Twos Company

Male & Female Duo With Acoustic & Full Electric Party Options

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From £800

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras
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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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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

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

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

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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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

Coops

DJ, Solo Singer/Guitarist | Options for Duo & Full Band

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From £655

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

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

The Blue Suns Duo

Acoustic Duo | Vocals, Guitar, Piano

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Guitarist Tommy

Singer/Guitarist | Great For Afternoon Reception or Evening Performance

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From £500

Price is based on standard fee without any travel or extras

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 Kent 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)

“Hi. We would like to record our appreciation to Declan Daniel for the music he played at our wedding reception last Saturday. Many of the guests commented on the quality of his playing and there is no doubt that Declan's music added a very special ingredient to our special day. Please pass on our thanks and best wishes for his musical career. Many thanks also for a very efficient service. Best wishes”

(5)

“I’d recommend Ian without hesitation. Not only is he a huge talent with a fine repertoire, he is a genuinely good guy who was friendly and communicative during the build-up to my wedding. On the day itself he went above and beyond what I’d expect from a performer by allowing my son (a beginner on guitar) to play along to one of his songs. Ian is a top talent and a top man.”

(5)

“I just wanted to say a HUGE thank you for the amazing performance the band did on Saturday. Honestly, it was one of the highlights of the day and we were absolutely delighted. We couldn’t have asked for a better band - you guys were fantastic. Please let me know if you ever need a reference because we would love to recommend you guys”

(5)

“You guys are the full package! We'd been looking everywhere for a band that could deliver exactly what we wanted for our special day, and the last thing we wanted to do was hire the piper and the band and the ceilidh band separately - you guys did all three and nailed it! Jordan's piping created the perfect atmosphere for the ceremony, and the ceilidh got everyone on their feet. Thanks for everything!”

(5)

“Close Harmony were amazing from the get go. They came up with great suggestions taking our tastes and preferences on board, and providing alternative suggestions which worked perfectly. They learnt our first dance as a new song and even changed some of the wording for us to fit better. Everyone of our guests commented on how great they were and our night wouldn't have been the same without them. Thank you so much, so glad we booked you”

(5)

“Hi both, we've had many compliments from our guests about your performances and we couldn't be more pleased with how things went. Not only did you provide fantastic live music, but you did it in a tight spot with minimal help from us! We sincerely believe that we could not have chosen a better band for the day and want to thank you both for coming. Mr & Mrs Miller :)”

Local Venues in Kent

The Old Kent Barn

The Old Kent Barn

A 250-year-old barn in the quiet countryside between Folkestone and Canterbury, with 3 acres of garden, beds for 16 and only one wedding a day.

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Leeds Castle

Leeds Castle

Nine centuries of castle rising straight out of its moat near Maidstone, set in 500 acres of parkland, with a room for every size of wedding.

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Preston Court

Preston Court

A Georgian estate near Canterbury with a ceremony island, a vintage carousel and a 17th-century barn full of lights and 1920s theatre organs.

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One Warwick Park

One Warwick Park

A boutique hotel in the middle of Royal Tunbridge Wells, with exposed beams, an Art Deco bar and 39 bedrooms waiting directly above the party.

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Cooling Castle Barn

Cooling Castle Barn

Three linked timber barns in the grounds of a 14th-century castle on the Hoo Peninsula near Rochester, with a mezzanine built for the music.

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Port Lympne

Port Lympne

A Sassoon mansion high above Romney Marsh, set in a wild animal reserve, with Italian terraces, a walled garden and a glittering 1920s orangery.

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Goodnestone Park

Goodnestone Park

A country house of 1704 with award-winning gardens near Canterbury, taken on exclusive use for a whole wedding weekend rather than a single day.

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East Quay Venue

East Quay Venue

The old oyster grading room on Whitstable Harbour, all bare brick and sea views, with a built-in stage and a shingle beach all of its very own.

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St Julian's Club

St Julian's Club

A Georgian house and private family club above the Weald near Sevenoaks, with 40 acres of gardens and orchard and long views right across Kent.

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The Beacon

The Beacon

An Arts and Crafts country house above Happy Valley near Tunbridge Wells, with 17 acres of garden and woodland and a truly remarkable history.

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Hever Castle

Hever Castle

The childhood home of Anne Boleyn at Edenbridge, a double-moated castle ringed by 125 acres of award-winning gardens and a grand Italian garden.

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