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491 Wedding Musicians serving Evanston, IL

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Martin Metzger ~ Solo, Duo and Ensemble

5.0 (59)
Top Performer
103 Verified bookings

  • Evanston, IL
  • Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • $300 – $5,000 per event

Katherine M. said “Martin Metzger was an absolute professional from start to finish. He was easy to book, responsive, and a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process. He played guitar during the cocktail...”
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Patrick Thomas

5.0 (11)
Top Performer
11 Verified bookings

  • Kenilworth, IL
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 3 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for pricing

Julia A. G. said “I hired Patrick to play at my client’s corporate event - he was professional, easy to work with and played fantastic songs! Kept us all entertained. 🙂”
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Jack Miuccio, Singer & Impersonator

4.95 (66)
Top Performer
125 Verified bookings

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • Wedding Singer / Wedding Musicians
  • 10 miles from Evanston
  • Starts at $150

Samuel P. said “Jack was such a great addition to our party, great communicator and phenomenal entertainer. If anyone is looking for a re-incarnation of Sinatra look no further! Thx Jack ”
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Rachel Bachman

5.0 (76)
Top Performer
115 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $200 – $2,500 per event

Jessica G. said “Rachel came and did a show for us. She asked us if we had any requests and incorporated them. The children loved her and got up and danced with her. Thank you Rachel.”
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Mr. Lucky and his Orchestra of Tomorrow!

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $1,000 – $8,000 per event

Jessica E. said “Mr. Lucky and his Orchestra of Tomorrow are a group of very talented musicians who are also down-to-Earth. Whether you want them to keep the dance floor hopping as others watch and enjoy the show,...”
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Quartetto Solo

4.99 (137)
Top Performer
166 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for pricing

Kinyai T. said “Thank you so much for your performance at my wedding! It came out perfect, everyone loved it and I actually started crying a bit because it was exactly how I imagined.”
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Markus Rutz Music

5.0 (12)
Top Performer
23 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Starts at $300

Amanda D. said “Everyone loved the music! Everything was perfect!”
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Andrew Hoyt

5.0 (28)
Top Performer
29 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Starts at $500

Polly M. said “Wide amount of great songs that he sang beautifully. Reception turned out wonderful. ”
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The January Lanterns

5.0 (9)
Top Performer
15 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Cover Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $699 – $7,500 per event

Brian N. said “Adam Camp of the January Lanterns is a truly exceptional solo singer who left a lasting impression on everyone at our event. His fantastic voice effortlessly brought each song to life, and his...”
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Andrew Camp

5.0 (12)
Top Performer
14 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $1,000 per event

Kelley H. said “Andrew created the perfect ambiance for our event. He was aware/nuanced to serve the room what it needed alongside the event goals. ”
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Cecy Santana

5.0 (15)
Top Performer
50 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Cover Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for pricing

Rodney F. said “Cecy really kept the energy high, she sang all the right songs, and had the crowd dancing all night long. She’s an incredibly talented vocalist, with vibrant stage presence. We can’t wait to host her...”
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Skinny Williams Cocktail Music

4.98 (71)
Top Performer
168 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Saxophone Player / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for pricing

Marzena said “One of the best performances ever. The guests at my wedding raved about Skinny Williams and truly enjoyed the jazz music during cocktail hour. He made everything so seamless and the music was...”
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The John Behling Group

5.0 (6)
Top Performer
12 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $450 – $3,000 per event

Francis P. said “Added great ambience to our event - had great song selection and guests really enjoyed the music! Would definitely recommend for anyone wanting some jazz stylings at their event! ”
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Blue Lu's Serenades

5.0 (13)
Top Performer
20 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Saxophone Player / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for pricing

Lilly L. said “Lucas was amazing. He was hired for our wedding as a surprise to our guests. He came out during a mother daughter dance and then played for the first hour of dancing. He was very easy to work with,...”
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Sarah Lightman

4.98 (77)
Top Performer
48 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Starts at $1,500

Casey L. said “Sarah was a delight to work with, and was very well received by our group :) I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her for any event!”
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Bmr4

5.0 (20)
Top Performer
54 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $400 – $2,500 per event

Thomas V. said “The gentlemen were on time and prepared before showtime. They performed amazingly, the music was fantastic and catered to our demographic. The price was acceptable and the billing process was simple...”
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Brian Ostrega, Violinist

4.99 (80)
Top Performer
123 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Violinist / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Starts at $200

Ivy E. said “Brian was so accommodating, friendly and easy to work with. He communicates, and his music play was phenomenal!! So happy he was able to play our wedding! ”
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Jonathan Moody

5.0 (76)
Top Performer
53 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Starts at $2,500

Laura H. said “They were on time, they took many requests, and their music was fantastic. We will hire Jonathan and his band again!”
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Austin Ellis

4.98 (241)
Top Performer
269 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $999 – $9,999 per event

Vincent S. said “Austin was amazing from start to finish. His ability to sing hundreds of songs across such a wide range of genres is amazing. I highly recommend Austin. We are still getting comments from our...”
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Nick Wilkinson

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $250 – $2,000 per event

Nick G. said “Nick plays at my bar, Barrel Society, 4-5 times a year and he’s absolutely fantastic! His playing is incredible, and the way he engages with the crowd keeps them coming back every time! 10/10 would...”
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Phillip-Michael Scales

5.0 (99)
Top Performer
135 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $200 – $10,000 per event

Anna R. said “We just booked Phillip-Michael for my sister in law' bridal shower. Every single person that came to the shower could not stop talking about how wonderful he was. Almost everyone asked for a...”
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Mario Dueñas

5.0 (24)
Top Performer
33 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for pricing

Jhon Q. said “Excellent service very professional the perfect music without words everything as I had planned”
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Prestige Performances

4.91 (128)
Top Performer
284 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $450 – $10,000 per event

Elizabeth B. said “I had a piano player at my reception and she was great. The group was reliable, responsive, and the music was perfect for my salad course. They played some niche songs I asked for flawlessly. A...”
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The Lone Piper

4.62 (15)
45 Verified bookings

  • Northbrook, IL
  • Bagpiper / Wedding Musicians
  • 9 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for pricing

Donna M. T. said “I hired The Lone Piper to play and march into a birthday celebration, leading the grandchildren. Doug was a hit with the guests and the children! His appearance and music gave the party a joyous...”
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DG Sax

5.0 (43)
62 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Saxophone Player / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for pricing

Sammie F. said “DG was truly incredible!!! He made the dance floor electric and added such a fun aspect to the music! The guests loved him and it kept the energy up all night! He went above and beyond and exceeded...”
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Mariachi JVcarterproductions

4.97 (44)
74 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Mariachi Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Contact for pricing

Karina G. said “Surprise for Mother’s Day went as accordingly, loved every second of it. Book!!”
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The Grady Experience

5.0 (11)
14 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Cover Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Starts at $500

Kristen C. said “Residents at our happy hour danced and enjoyed the soulful sounds of The Grady Experience, aka TGX Live band! Russell Grady and the group were absolutely professional, talented and tons of fun -...”
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Harrison Jazz Ensemble

4.71 (30)
61 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $1,000 – $2,500 per event

J B. said “We added this band to my mom’s birthday party at the last minute and it was the best decision!”
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Chicago Diamond Trio

5.0 (9)
14 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Starts at $300

Bryan N. said “Chicago Diamond Trio was great to work with! Very professional, responsive and the music sounded great!”
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Guillermo Paolisso, Guitarist

4.88 (42)
60 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Starts at $150

Steven said “Guillermo filled in on a last minute request to play during the ceremony of our wedding after our original musician had to cancel. He delivered an amazing performance and was truly professional with...”
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Daniel Ochoa

5.0 (22)
28 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Singing Guitarist / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • $350 – $450 per hour

Larry V. said “Daniel and his group did an amazing job performing for my school. They were very engaging and entertaining! They made the event great! ”
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Windy City Strings

4.84 (27)
48 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Classical Ensemble / Wedding Musicians
  • 12 miles from Evanston
  • Starts at $200

Kendall B. said “Janna and the guitarist did a wonderful job! If there were any hiccups with the pivot to an indoor ceremony from outdoor, I had no idea. She was communicative and I have no notes.”

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About booking Wedding Musicians in Evanston, IL

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 Evanston, Illinois 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 Evanston 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 Evanston, IL area

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