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Irvin Music Studio, LLC is the hub for all of the musical endeavors of me, Sam Irvin. My colleagues and I spend our daily lives immersed in music: practicing, teaching, studying, creating, performing... and bringing all of that passion to perform at these meaningful celebrations of love and commitment is a true pleasure! It is our wish that the dedication and care we put into the craft translates to a deeper enjoyment for you and your guests because we are certainly delighted to be playing for such significant occasions!

IMS specializes in music for rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, cocktail hours and light receptions (i.e. no DJs or party bands). We offer soloists (like Sam's guitar), duets (like guitar/violin), trios (like guitar/violin/cello) and quartets (like guitar+trumpet/bass/drums/voice). We typically play classical music for prelude and then jazz & popular arrangements after the ceremony but we're happy to match whatever vibe you've got in mind. :)

Each package comes with personally arranged requests, amplification to ensure a crisp, clear sound and the option to include vocals or keep it instrumental. More information such as song-lists, samples, reviews, etc. can be found on IMS's website. Thank you!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learn New Songs
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sound/PA System

What ceremony music arrangements can you provide?

Brass - Trio
Instrumental - Solo
Instrumental - Duo
Instrumental - Trio
String - Trio
Soloist / Vocalist

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6

What instruments does your group play?

Cello
Drums
Flute
Guitar
Piano
Trumpet
Violin

What services do you provide?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Instrumentals
Learn New Songs
Liability Insurance
Microphones
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Vocals

Reviews of Irvin Music Studio

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Reviewers rave about the musicians' talent, professionalism, and responsiveness. They were flexible with last-minute changes and created the perfect ambiance with a wide repertoire (classical, pop, jazz) for ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. Many highly recommend them for weddings.

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Reviewers rave about the musicians' talent, professionalism, and responsiveness. They were flexible with last-minute changes and created the perfect ambiance with a wide repertoire (classical, pop, jazz) for ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. Many highly recommend them for weddings.

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Events Sent on 06/16/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Flexible, versatile, professional

Sam is the complete package - talented, professional, personable. We have worked with him as a solo classical guitar artist and also with the the band. Whether you are looking to create ambience, get everyone on the dance floor or keep it classical for a wedding or event, he will easily fit into whatever you are planning. Rest assured, you have made an excellent choice with Sam Irvin!

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Taylor Sent on 05/18/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Passionate and Professional

Wow. Sam Irvin is an incredible guitarist. His passion and professionalism shine. Leading up to the wedding, Sam's communication was quick and collaborative. The music carried beautifully for our outdoor ceremony, and we could not be happier with the result.
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Leigh Sent on 11/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

Would highly recommend Sam for any special event! He was a WONDERFUL addition to our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour - he already had a great catalog of music to choose from and was open to any incremental requests we asked of him, was excellent with communication and very professional!
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Emily Sent on 10/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Sam is amazing

Sam Irvin and his team are utterly phenomenal! I got married in Asheville this past weekend, and I cannot do enough to showcase the amazing work they did. Not only did they fit us in less than four weeks before the wedding, they also accommadated our unique wedding timeline spectacularly. Sam was truly a joy to work with, and he made our wedding day such a special and unique experience. Plus, the music was fire!!
William
William Sent on 06/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Just what we were looking for

Sam was amazing. We hired Sam to perform his solo acoustic guitar for our special day. Everything he played, including classical selections as well as some of our favorites like "Carolina in My Mind" and "Daylight" by Taylor Swift, blended perfectly and created just the atmosphere we were looking for. So happy with our beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain wedding. Thanks so much, Sam!
Anna
Anna Sent on 06/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

We highly recommend Irvin Music Studio for your big day!

Sam played guitar at our wedding last month and was fantastic! He was professional, organized, and quick to respond. He accommodated all our song requests and handled last-minute location changes with ease. On top of that, he’s very kind and personable! We highly recommend Sam and his studio—reliable vendors like him make all the difference on your big day!
Jack
Jack Sent on 05/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding at Balsam Mountain

We hired Sam on guitar and Kate on violin to play a selection of classical songs as our guests arrived and for the wedding ceremony followed by more pop tunes at our reception. They played beautifully and their songs made for the perfect atmosphere for our big day. We could not have been happier with their professionalism and artistry.
Rebecca
Rebecca Sent on 04/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Hurricane Helene Wedding- Easily Rescheduled w/ Sam

I cannot stress enough how fantastic Sam is as a ceremony musician. We were a Hurricane Helene couple who had to postpone our Asheville wedding from the Fall of 2024 to Spring 2025. We are from out of state, so navigating the storm (literally and figuratively!) presented a challenge.

Sam was recommended to us by our wedding planner, and he was incredibly responsive and easy to work with. Sam was flexible with us when we had to adjust our wedding date, and had no problem with our last minute song changes. I could not recommend him enough and feel so lucky that we had his help and his talent.
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Mitchell Sent on 04/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful, talented, fun to work with

Overall experience has been wonderful and I look forward to continue to work with him in the future
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Jessalyn Sent on 12/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Special Rendition perfect for my Wedding

Sam was very professional and took the time to make sure I was satisfied with our arrangements before the big day. I did not have an concerns the day of, which certainly helped keep my stress levels lower and allowed me to fully enjoy my special day.
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