- Santa Cruz, CA
- Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
- $200 and up
Susan W. said
“Eric was the perfect guitarist for our event
He was punctual and pleasant to work with
Everyone enjoyed his music selection
Would definitely hire him again! ”
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456 Wedding Musicians serving Santa Cruz, CA
- Aptos, CA
- Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
- 7 miles from Santa Cruz
- $350+
Steve W. said
“Junebug will make your special day or event, absolutelydelightful! She is a joyful spirit that brings light and love wherever she goes! Adorable outfits, and beautiful singing voice. If you want... ”
- Los Gatos, CA
- Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
- 18 miles from Santa Cruz
- $500-2000
Roger W. said
“This is my first time hiring someone on this referral site and because of Amy, it won’t be the last. I am a business executive and I usually have high expectations of what should be received. Amy... ”
- Cupertino, CA
- Accordion Player / Wedding Musicians
- 24 miles from Santa Cruz
- $300 and up
Cecilia O. M. said
“Joe was great. He engaged with the entire restaurant guests. Everyone was happy and pleased with his accordion playing. Even the little kids were dancing to his music! We really enjoyed having him... ”
- San Jose, CA
- Mariachi Band / Wedding Musicians
- 26 miles from Santa Cruz
- $350 - $400
Sol M. said
“The life of the Party! They were perfect, couldn't ask for a better singer for my mms 80th party ! ”
- San Jose, CA
- Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
- 26 miles from Santa Cruz
- $999 - $4999
Julie B. said
“Austin is amazing! He is obviously an incredible talent and we were fortunate to have him compliment our important day with his beautiful voice. On top of his talent, his professionalism and natural... ”
- Santa Clara, CA
- Jazz Band / Wedding Musicians
- 27 miles from Santa Cruz
- $300 and up
Maha A. said
“Retro Nad has played at our banquets for 2 years and I hope it will be for many more. They are really really good. Also very easy to deal with and super professional. ”
- Mountain View, CA
- Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
- 29 miles from Santa Cruz
- $300-$1500
Disha C. said
“We hired Josh for our son's graduation party, and he did a phenomenal job! We were looking for someone who could set the perfect vibe without being overbearing, and that is exactly what he... ”
- Carmel, CA
- Cover Band / Wedding Musicians
- 30 miles from Santa Cruz
- $1,500 - $7,500
Sabrina D. said
“Sam was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. He’s an exceptionally talented musician, and his music truly elevated the event with a refined, polished touch. Our guests couldn’t stop... ”
- Capitola, CA
- Pianist / Wedding Musicians
- 4 miles from Santa Cruz
- $250 - $20,000
Peggy L. said
“Charlie arrived early, checked out the piano, and played beautifully. He practiced with and accompanied a guest who played a guitar. Charlie was most accommodating in every way. ”
- San Jose, CA
- Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
- 26 miles from Santa Cruz
- $1,500+
Kristin L. said
“Lolah was absolutely wonderful at my daughter’s first birthday party! So professional and had a genuinely sweet demeanor. My Dad was so impressed that she remembered his name 30 minutes later after... ”
- San Jose, CA
- Mariachi Band / Wedding Musicians
- 26 miles from Santa Cruz
- $200.00 and up
Alexander D. said
“Amazing, beautiful, professional, respectful, compassionate. Rigo, and Jose, and Juan were perfect. Mom loved them. They brought her so much happiness and joy. Hire these guys and you won't be... ”
- San Jose, CA
- Mariachi Band / Wedding Musicians
- 26 miles from Santa Cruz
- $160-375
Christina O. said
“Thank you to Trio Sol De Mexico for a great performance over the weekend. They arrived on time, set up quickly, played joyfully, took requests, encouraged guests to sing along, and played for the... ”
- Mountain View, CA
- String Quartet / Wedding Musicians
- 29 miles from Santa Cruz
- Contact for rates
Mary I. said
“I would like to thank Bay Area Strings & Brass for providing a musician to play the trumpet at my mother's graveside service. I'm sure this was an unusual request but Georgina was extremely helpful... ”
- Palo Alto, CA
- Cover Band / Wedding Musicians
- 33 miles from Santa Cruz
- Contact for rates
Mark G. said
“We loved the band, the music and the dancing. The guys were all super nice. Everyone remarked how great the music was. ”
The SophistiCats
- San Jose, CA
- Jazz Band / Wedding Musicians
- 26 miles from Santa Cruz
- $400 + (travel/duration)
Sonny D. said
“Wonderful set of songs from a classic time in music. The backstories, vocals and musicians are unique and talented. If you are looking to add a newer band to your entertainment schedule at a... ”
Magnolia Jazz Band
- Sunnyvale, CA
- Wedding Band / Wedding Musicians
- 27 miles from Santa Cruz
- Usually $1200-$3000
Isabella R. said
“If I could give Magnolia Jazz Band more than a 5 star review, I would in heartbeat!! We booked them for our wedding reception on 12/9/23 at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco, and it was one of the... ”
- Santa Cruz, CA
- Bagpiper / Wedding Musicians
- $220-600
Sandy M. said
“Elise MacGregor Ferrell was a wonderful addition to a celebration of life service in our local church. She worked well with the organizers around specific issues associated with the church venue. She... ”
- Palo Alto, CA
- Violinist / Wedding Musicians
- 33 miles from Santa Cruz
- $425 and up
Marcia D. said
“We hired Isaiah to play for our pre-ceremony, handle our ceremony music, and to play for our guests during cocktail hour. Leading up to the event, Isaiah was professional and communicative. Isaiah was... ”
- San Jose, CA
- Harpist / Wedding Musicians
- 26 miles from Santa Cruz
- Contact for rates
Stevie E. said
“I really couldn't have been happier. She set up and took down seamlessly, communicated clearly, and her music was gorgeous. It was a perfect addition to our event and I'd invite her again. 💜 ”
Mazon Mendoza
1 Verified booking- San Jose, CA
- Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
- 26 miles from Santa Cruz
- $200-600
Mazon Mendoza is a 24-year old California Singer-Songwriter/Music Producer who combines alternative and art rock to create unique folk stories. Over the past...
- San Jose, CA
- Saxophone Player / Wedding Musicians
- 26 miles from Santa Cruz
- $300 and up
Daniel said
“Professionalism and Promptness Mike was super professional and on time. He made sure everything ran smoothly and was ready to go when the event started. Mike was great at communicating prior to... ”
- Monterey, CA
- Country Band / Wedding Musicians
- 27 miles from Santa Cruz
- Contact for rates
Ali S. said
“We had an AWESOME experience with Wild At Heart. Jon made it incredibly easy to work with the band. They even learned a few songs for us based on our preferences! Our guests even stayed late to chat... ”
- Fremont, CA
- Cellist / Wedding Musicians
- 40 miles from Santa Cruz
- $200-$1500
Elizabeth C. said
“Hiring Romantic Cello for my sister’s small wedding dinner was one of the best decisions I made. From the very beginning, he was professional, responsive, and accommodating with my requests. On the... ”
- Morgan Hill, CA
- Country Band / Wedding Musicians
- 23 miles from Santa Cruz
- $600 - $2500
BootLeg band is exploding on to the bay area scene providing an energetic sound of New Modern Country. They're repertoire includes crowd favorite songs from...
- Los Altos, CA
- Cover Band / Wedding Musicians
- 29 miles from Santa Cruz
- Contact for rates
Livewire is a dance cover band based in the San Francisco Bay area. The band has performed over 600 shows for private parties, weddings, corporate events and...
- Santa Cruz, CA
- Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
- $250 and up
Robert L. said
“Able to play and sing any song ; huge repertoire. Great entertainer. I would hire him again ”
- Watsonville, CA
- Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
- 16 miles from Santa Cruz
- $100-$150 hour (sliding scale available)
Meredith H. said
“Michael was incredible at our small intimate wedding ceremony / reception. He is a great musician and took on board all of our suggestions for music. He even learned how to play "slowed down" a Darius... ”
- Sunnyvale, CA
- Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
- 27 miles from Santa Cruz
- $400 and up
Juliana C. said
“I hired Tom to play live music at my speaking event on grief and hope, and he was the perfect fit. He thoughtfully chose songs that matched the tone of the evening and created such a meaningful... ”
- Santa Cruz, CA
- Cover Band / Wedding Musicians
- $1000 and up
Adeline D. said
“I am so glad we found Isaac and the Haze for our wedding. Our dance floor was PACKED the whole night. All our friends and family loved them, and getting to hear them play was one of the things we were... ”
- Santa Cruz, CA
- Cover Band / Wedding Musicians
- $650 - $1200
Gertie M. J. said
“The Ten O'Clock Lunch Band has been playing for Friday night dances at Mid County Senior Center for many years now. They are always a crowd pleaser, interacting with the audience, personalizing... ”
- Santa Cruz, CA
- Cellist / Wedding Musicians
- $100 and up
Nathan M. said
“Beautiful music! So easy to work with you! Thank you for being a part of our wedding! ”
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About booking Wedding Musicians in Santa Cruz, CA
Wedding music is the heartbeat of your big day, setting the tone for every special moment. From romantic ceremony music by classical wedding musicians to lively tunes during cocktail hour and a high-energy band at the wedding reception, the right live music makes your celebration unforgettable. Whether it’s a string quartet, soulful wedding singer, or party band, choosing the perfect wedding musicians ensures your day sounds as amazing as it feels.
The cost of hiring a wedding musician in Santa Cruz, California varies based on the type of performance, length of time needed, and your location. Classical wedding musicians, like harpists or violinists, may cost less than a full band, while wedding singers for hire can offer a beautiful, intimate experience without taking up much space. Consider your venue’s acoustics and any equipment needs when booking live music for your wedding ceremony or reception.
While exploring Santa Cruz wedding musicians, browse profiles, listen to audio samples, and read reviews to get a sense of their style and expertise. Look for artists with experience performing at weddings to ensure they understand the flow and timing of your event. When contacting local wedding musicians, share essential details about your venue, the schedule, and any song requests you have.
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Wedding Musicians serving the Santa Cruz, CA area
These Wedding Musicians serve the wider Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz county area and travel to Soquel, Capitola, Scotts Valley, Mount Hermon, Felton, Aptos, Bonny Doon, Rio Del Mar, Ben Lomond, La Selva Beach, Davenport, Brookdale, Boulder Creek, Corralitos, Redwood Estates, Freedom, Holy City, Pajaro Dunes, Watsonville, Moss Landing, New Almaden, Monte Sereno, Los Gatos, Castroville, Coyote, Prunedale, and Pescadero.