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76 Harmonica Players for hire nationwide


  • Solon, IA
  • Harmonica Player
  • 118 miles from West Des Moines
  • Contact for rates

I play a unique, pure and electronically amplified harmonica style in many genres...it's sometimes referred to as "whistling"

Harmonica Ed

1 Verified booking

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Harmonica Player
  • 237 miles from West Des Moines
  • Contact for rates

I play melodies with a good beat and singalong songs that everyone knows. I sing some of the verses and the audience sings the chorus. I also take...

  • Utica, IL
  • Singing Guitarist / Harmonica Player
  • 246 miles from West Des Moines
  • Typically $250 - $600, but please request a quote

Stephanie B. said “Jeff has performed at many of our events at Camp Aramoni and is an absolute delight to work with. Jeff is professional, on-time, fun and talented. He can play a variety of different genres while still... ”
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Joe Fry the Guitar Guy

4.97 (77)
Top Performer
122 Verified bookings

  • St Louis, MO
  • Singing Guitarist / Harmonica Player
  • 277 miles from West Des Moines
  • $400-$800

Lisa K. said “We hired Joe for my Mom’s Celebration of Life event and he was great! Showed up on time and was very pleasant and easy to work with. Numerous people commented on how good Joe was and wanted his... ”
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Rod Phillips

4.98 (53)
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97 Verified bookings

  • Springfield, MO
  • Singing Pianist / Harmonica Player
  • 302 miles from West Des Moines
  • $400 depending on travel.

Laura M. said “Rod was great to work with. Very responsive with his communication. Arrived when he started and was very professional. Everyone enjoyed his playing and entertainment. Thank you! ”
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Jaik Willis

5.0 (54)
Top Performer
88 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • One Man Band / Harmonica Player
  • 317 miles from West Des Moines
  • $200-600

Jen Y. said “He did a fantastic job at our association mixer party. He even helped us during the set up, which was beyond not necessary, but so very kind. Highly recommend! ”

Cary Kanno Acoustic Guitarist/ Singer

5.0 (13)
20 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • One Man Band / Harmonica Player
  • 317 miles from West Des Moines
  • $300 and up

Cara M. said “We had Cary play for a corporate dinner event. Cary was incredibly professional, flexible with last minute requests, very organized and communicative ahead of the event and an incredible performer. He... ”

  • Chicago, IL
  • Harmonica Player
  • 317 miles from West Des Moines
  • Contact for rates

Featured on the CBS Channel 2 News' Harry Porterfield's "Someone You Should Know," Harry calls Samuel Lozada "A Music Machine!" This is an extremely...

  • Chicago, IL
  • Harmonica Player
  • 317 miles from West Des Moines
  • Contact for rates

I’m a world renowned beatbox performer with the unique ability to play harmonica and beatbox at the same time. I’ve performed all over the U.S., Europe and...

The Nightmen

5.0 (5)
8 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Blues Band / Harmonica Player
  • 317 miles from West Des Moines
  • $450 - 8000

Bryan M. said “We had the 3 member version of the band for our wedding with Andrew Diehl on guitar and they were fabulous. I’m sure the full band would have been even better, but the space we had for the band to... ”

Andrew Marc Pelham

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
3 Verified bookings

  • Andover, KS
  • Singing Guitarist / Harmonica Player
  • 321 miles from West Des Moines
  • $300-3,500

Maggie S. said “Andrew provided an outstanding musical experience for our three-hour downtown art event. He arrived promptly, handled setup and teardown efficiently, and most importantly, delivered an exceptional set... ”
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John Voelz

5.0 (45)
Top Performer
45 Verified bookings

  • Grand Haven, MI
  • Singing Guitarist / Harmonica Player
  • 398 miles from West Des Moines
  • $250 and up.

Arlene L. said “John was the perfect choice for my wife's 50th birthday dinner party. We had reserved a small, intimate section of a local restaurant that seated about 50 people, so we didn't have space for a full... ”

  • Carmel, IN
  • Harmonica Player
  • 415 miles from West Des Moines
  • $30 and up

Music for weddings, funerals, Bar Mitzvahs, parties.

  • Enid, OK
  • Singing Guitarist / Harmonica Player
  • 420 miles from West Des Moines
  • $75 and up

Acoustic Singer/Songwriter and harmonica player influenced primarily by the likes of Bob Dylan and Simon and Garfunkel. Repertoire includes originals and...

  • Battle Creek, MI
  • Harmonica Player
  • 444 miles from West Des Moines
  • Contact for rates

Willing to travel anywhere on this planet-professional harp player-started in 1962-strictly studio...

  • Utica, KY
  • Harmonica Player
  • 447 miles from West Des Moines
  • Contact for rates

I have attended Full Sail University and the Musicians Institute learning recording arts. I can play multiple instruments, and I own a small recording studio. I...

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Quick facts for Harmonica Players

18 quotes sent

In the past year, Harmonica Players have sent 18 quotes to event planners.

392nd most popular

Harmonica Players rank #392 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

5 out of 5 stars

There are 223 Harmonica Player reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.

1.5 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1.5 days (on average) to hire a Harmonica Player.

About booking Harmonica Players

Ah, the harmonica. Have you ever found it strange that it can be played by blowing air into it, or by sucking in air through it? That’s a head scratcher, for sure. Though many people believe that the harmonica is only played round the campfire right before scary story-time at Boy Scout camp, or that it’s just ol’ Grandpa Joe’s favorite instrument... they’re wrong. Harmonica can add a lot of extra flavor to a band. If you’re wanting a more bluesy or folksy sound for one of your tracks, or if you just want to hear some good ol’ solo harmonica, take some time to look through these harmonica virtuosos right here on GigSalad.

Also called the harp, blues harp, mouth harp, hand reed, the harmonica is commonly used in blues and folk music, but also in jazz, classical music, country music, rock and roll, and pop music, as well as in funk and acid jazz. Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder and other legends have helped bring the harmonica to the forefront of pop music.

There's a few things you should consider when hiring a harmonica player. First, be sure to listen to audio and watch video samples of the performer. You want to be sure you are satisfied with the sound and look of the performer before you book him/her. Next, get references and read reviews. Talk to people in the area who have seen the performer and/or have booked them in the past. Feedback is the best way to ensure you are going to be satisfied with your choice. Last, always get a contract. Read the contract carefully and work out any details in regards to deposit requirements, length of performance, scheduled breaks, attire, travel, and lodging. Watch for specifications made by the performer and be sure you can meet them.