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470 Wedding Musicians serving Santa Cruz, CA

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Eric Jarmie Spanish Guitar

4.91 (33)
Top Performer
35 Verified bookings

  • 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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Junebug Bayer Singing Guitar Player

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
12 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”
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Joe Domitrowich/Capricious Accordion

5.0 (11)
Top Performer
17 Verified bookings

  • Cupertino, CA
  • Accordion Player / Wedding Musicians
  • 24 miles from Santa Cruz
  • $300 and up

Anneliese S. said “We hired Joe for a special evening while my Dad was visiting from out of town, and it truly made the night unforgettable. The music created such a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and the song choices... ”
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Reyna y su Trio Latin-Mariachi Band

5.0 (18)
Top Performer
31 Verified bookings

  • 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 ! ”
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Austin Ellis

4.97 (229)
Top Performer
265 Verified bookings

  • San Jose, CA
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 26 miles from Santa Cruz
  • $999 - $4999

Cory said “Awesome ”
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Retro Notes

5.0 (29)
Top Performer
37 Verified bookings

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • Jazz Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 27 miles from Santa Cruz
  • $300 and up

Ally S. said “I have booked Retro Notes in previous years and will continue to do so! Bendik and his team are always so professional, prompt, and bring a great sense of fun to all the events. We even received a... ”
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Charlie Lindner Piano

5.0 (6)
7 Verified bookings

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Pianist / Wedding Musicians
  • $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. ”
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Electric X Dance Band

5.0 (5)
1 Verified booking

  • San Jose, CA
  • Cover Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 26 miles from Santa Cruz
  • Contact for rates

Christina T. said “Hiring Electric X to perform at our wedding was the best decision we've made!! They did such a phenomenal job (with the lighting and the singing) and everyone at our wedding was having so much fun.... ”
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Trio Sol de Mexico

4.82 (227)
395 Verified bookings

  • San Jose, CA
  • Mariachi Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 26 miles from Santa Cruz
  • $160-375

Donald E. said “Had are event in Dolores Park with a small group of 8 people , Trio Sol de Mexico was outstanding in everyway, from the dressing down to the performing. They setup , bring everything with them.... ”
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Lolah

5.0 (10)
14 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”
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Mariachi Trio Estrellas De Oro

4.95 (26)
3 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”
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Bay Area All Strings & Brass

5.0 (8)
4 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”
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J. Skelly Music

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • Mountain View, CA
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 29 miles from Santa Cruz
  • $150-500

Ingrid C. said “Josh played at my wine bar to a very enthusiastic crowd. Soft rock, ballads and instrumental guitar and harmonica. He performed with his love of music coming out to the crowd. He was great and all... ”
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Sam Johnson

5.0 (36)
37 Verified bookings

  • Carmel, CA
  • Cover Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 30 miles from Santa Cruz
  • $1,500 - $7,500

Emily C. said “We had Sam play for our corporate event and we could not say better things about him and the band. Not only did they sound wonderful but they were lovely to work with. They came prepared and on time... ”
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  • 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... ”
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  • 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... ”
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Third Sol

5.0 (2)

  • Fremont, CA
  • Party Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 40 miles from Santa Cruz
  • $1500-$4000

Jewel R. said “Third Sol is on my top 3 best bands i’ve hired for events so far! I loved the sound quality, and the positive energy was just a plus! Rudy as able to reassure me that everything was going to sound... ”

Elise MacGregor Ferrell

5.0 (65)
Top Performer
105 Verified bookings

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Bagpiper / Wedding Musicians
  • $220-600

Krista C. said “Elise made our celebration of life for our grandparents so special! She was so helpful communicating before the event to make sure it was perfect. Couldn't recommend her enough!! ”

Sax Sessions with Mike Mendoza

5.0 (13)
Top Performer
7 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”

Adele Stinson, Harpist

5.0 (10)
22 Verified bookings

  • 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. 💜 ”

Wild at Heart

5.0 (4)
5 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”

Romantic Cello

5.0 (14)
24 Verified bookings

  • 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...

Mazon Mendoza

New member

  • 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...

  • 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...

Laurel Thomsen Violin/Viola Performance

5.0 (35)
Top Performer
65 Verified bookings

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Violinist / Wedding Musicians
  • $350 and up

Kim J. said “Thank you so much for a beautiful wedding duo! Thank you for performing Beauty and the Beast at 3/4 time for our waltz - that was ever so special. Having you and your husband there to celebrate... ”

Dan Frechette

5.0 (10)
Top Performer
14 Verified bookings

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • $250 and up

Neely S. said “Dan was incredible at our corporate event. He had a great feel for the crowd and played the perfect music to keep everyone entertained. His talent and professionalism really made the night special.... ”

Reno Di Bono "The Italian Accordionist"

4.94 (48)
Top Performer
84 Verified bookings

  • Cupertino, CA
  • Accordion Player / Wedding Musicians
  • 24 miles from Santa Cruz
  • $75.00 and up

David T. said “Reno was incredible... he was flexible with us and made our Italian dinner party one nobody will forget. He sounded amazing and truly loves the entertain. Could not be happier! Thank you Reno! ”

Jamie Mulfinger

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
6 Verified bookings

  • San Jose, CA
  • Flute Player / Wedding Musicians
  • 26 miles from Santa Cruz
  • Contact for rates

Rudy S. said “Jamie recently played flute (and arranged for a cellist to join her) at our baby shower. We requested light classical music and Jamie put together a wonderful selection of music. Many of our guests... ”

Tom Farley Music

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
3 Verified bookings

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 33 miles from Santa Cruz
  • $400-1,800

Will M. said “Tom Farley was the consummate professional. From the beginning Tom was easy to work with and eager to communicate about all the things it might take to make our son’s birthday party a success. He... ”

Isaiah Pekary (Violinist)

4.97 (24)
Top Performer
60 Verified bookings

  • 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... ”

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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.

Once you find the perfect musician you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes booking a breeze. You can message the performers, confirm the details of your agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad event is covered by our Worry-Free Guarantee, so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. Just relax and enjoy your wedding day!

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.