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Ryan Wissinger is a wedding musician based in Boise, Idaho. Ryan also directs a band composed of experienced and professional musicians. He provides cover bands as well as original bands comprising of vocals, guitar, harp, piano, bagpipe, and cello. He can play more than 450 tunes across a variety of genres and eras to provide original entertainment without any repetition.

Experience
Ryan Wissinger graduated with a degree in music performance from the McNally Smith College of Music in 1997. He has performed at various events and venues including weddings, bars, private parties, and other events. He promotes local music and has run the music stage and booking for Terrace Lakes Wine and Art Festival for more than six years.

Services Offered
Ryan Wissinger can play various genres of music such as acoustic, blues, classic rock, country, folk, jazz, oldies, and R&B/soul. He can arrange for various combinations of musicians such as solo performers, duets, instrumentalists, and full bands are available upon request. The band brings their own equipment including microphones and sound/PA systems. They also offer just equipment rentals. The following services are offered:

  • Music during ceremonies, cocktail hours, breaks, receptions, and rehearsal dinners
  • Learning new songs
  • Instrumentals
  • Vocals
  • Willingness to travel
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in your wedding reception music package?

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Acoustic
Blues
Classic Rock
Country
Dance
Folk
Jazz
Oldies
R&B / Soul
Rock

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Vocals
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Ryan Wissinger

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Shannon Sent on 03/25/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Played at my husband's 40th birthday party

Ryan played for my husband's 40th birthday party and he made the party SO much fun! Not only is he a very talented musician, he is also funny and has fun with the room, is able to read the crowd and see what music seems fitting, he also plays to the crowd. We sang with him, danced with him and everyone had a blast! I would recommend Ryan to anyone.
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Suzanne Sent on 10/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Anniversary party

My other half and I celebrated our 20th anniversary and the band was fantastic!! Ryan was great to work with and very responsive to any questions I had. We will use him again for any event!
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Travis Sent on 06/06/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Ryan was extremely easy to communicate with prior to the event and asked appropriate questions to ensure that expectations for the performance would be met. His choice of music and performance was top notch. Everyone was entertained as he was a perfect backdrop for our company's picnic. I would highly recommend him and will contact him again if the right even presents itself.
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Barber Sent on 11/03/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Ryan is the man! He showed up almost two hours early to our rehearsal to setup and make sure we could focus on what we needed to get done without any added stress. Very professional, responsive to our requests and possibly the funniest guy I've ever worked with :-). We gave him a budget to work with and he made magic happen. Highly recommended; I'd leave six stars if Wedding Wire could get on top of that. Thank you, Ryan- we will be working together again!!!
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Brooke Sent on 10/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Ryan was super awesome to work with! Everyone LOVED the tunes! He played with local drummer, Greg Belzeski, who is amazing at filling in all the accents and harmonies. Throughout the evening, as I looked around, I saw people dancing, toe tapping, and singing along. His extensive song list provides entertainment for people of all ages. Ryan is able to play mellow, background songs when needed, then ramp it up to dance-party mode when the crowd is ready to let loose. I highly recommend this talented musician for your next big event!
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Mallory Sent on 08/22/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Ryan and his crew are incredibly talented and made our wedding perfect. Working with Ryan to plan everything in advance was a breeze and he was so flexible with any and all changes that took place including a venue change to a completely different town. Ryan helps you work within your budget and he is just a really great person. I highly recommend him for any event.
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Sean Sent on 07/19/2017
5 out of 5 rating
This man has always created an amazing atmosphere! I've thoroughly enjoyed working with him! Professional and extremely entertaining!! Highly recommended!!
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Scott Sent on 10/17/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Ryan is so easy to work with and he reads the audience and selects his music to match the atmosphere of the room. I cannot say enough good things about Ryan!
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Rachelle Sent on 08/30/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Ryan and Greg did such a wonderful job at our wedding, I just wouldn't have had it any other way! Not only was he very flexible prior to the event about meeting for music choices and so on, he went above and beyond to help a brides nerves be calmed on and before the big day! Beautiful music all evening, I can't thank them enough for being the best icing on the cake of a perfect day! I strongly recommend Ryan and Greg to help make any party more personal and fun!
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Morgan Sent on 08/10/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I am not a wedding planner, but couldn't afford one so i faked it... When I found and met Ryan I knew I could put my faith in him! He helped my husband and I pick our dance songs, he played instrumental songs for our ceremony, and to top it off gave an amazing performance with one other musician for the reception! You wouldn't believe how many guests have said the music was fantastic and they had so much fun! That was my only goal and Ryan made it happen! So if you are looking for live music like I was, go with Ryan!! He will not disappoint!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Sandstone Vineyards weddings and events Sandstone Vineyards weddings and events Winery Weddings

Some of the valley's most talented artists! Great to work with and fantastic entertainment. Can't wait till we have the pleasure of hearing them again

Beside Bardenay Beside Bardenay Restaurant Weddings

We definitely recommend Ryan for all of your live music needs!

Waters Edge Event Center Waters Edge Event Center Banquet Halls

Ryan is incredible. His music is phenomenal and his microphone presence is second to none. We fully endorse him for weddings, birthdays, retirement parties... any occasion that calls for good tunes and some laughs!

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