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Angel_D
Master October 2015

Cost of LIVE Musicians for Ceremony...

Angel_D, on December 1, 2014 at 12:37 AM

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Im looking into having one or two people play live strings for my ceremony/cocktail hour... im just not sure what is average price and what is too much. I met a guy who plays the cello at a bridal show his rate was $250 for ceremony and cocktail hour, i felt this was affordable but now im having a...

Im looking into having one or two people play live strings for my ceremony/cocktail hour...

im just not sure what is average price and what is too much. I met a guy who plays the cello at a bridal show his rate was $250 for ceremony and cocktail hour, i felt this was affordable but now im having a hard time getting a hold of him an im starting to look at other options--

What are people paying for live music?

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  • Amy & Dan
    Super October 2015
    Amy & Dan ·
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    I have played (violin) for many weddings and my price is $200 for 15 minute prior to ceremony and the ceremony, and $250 to include cocktail hour.

    *Edited because: After reading the first round of comments, I also suggest contacting your local schools. I did multiple weddings when I was in HS and obviously we took whatever they offered us, because we just wanted to get a gig. I think I used to get $50-100 back then. The orchestra instructor will be able to tell you which students are actually good enough to be able to work for you too. Good luck!

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  • Kerri
    Expert April 2015
    Kerri ·
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    We are paying $500 for a steel drummer for both the ceremony and cocktail hour (2 hours total).

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  • M
    Dedicated April 2017
    Mikaela ·
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    I work for performers and we always factor in not only our time at the event but also transportation, rehearsal to learn the music you want played, wardrobe costs/rental if needed. I won't take less than $300 for my peoples time and talent.

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  • Lawmom
    VIP June 2015
    Lawmom ·
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    We are having a saxophonist for 1 hour. He charges 200.00

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