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239 Acoustic Bands serving Boston, MA

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The Bill McGoldrick Acoustic Duo

5.0 (20)
Top Performer
13 Verified bookings

  • Boston, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • $1,800.00- $4,000.00

Elizabeth F. said “From the very first message, The Bill McGoldrick Acoustic Duo featuring Lauren Scudder were an absolute dream to work with. Warm, responsive, and wonderfully supportive, they made every step leading... ”
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The Boston HarpBeat

5.0 (9)
12 Verified bookings

  • Stoneham, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 9 miles from Boston
  • $400-$3200

Leslie W. said “Shelley and her musicians were AMAZING to work with leading up to the event as well as on the day! They opened our deck series and it was chilly but they had an amazing, can do attitude and crushed... ”
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Ash & Eric

5.0 (7)
13 Verified bookings

  • Worcester, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 39 miles from Boston
  • Contact for rates

Kathleen G. said “We absolutely loved our time with Ash and Eric. The music was perfect and such lovely voices. Communication from the outset was excellent. All around 100% performance ”

Little Black Dress

5.0 (17)
25 Verified bookings

  • Boylston, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 32 miles from Boston
  • $300.00 and up per event

Kevin S. said “This is my second time hiring this group for an event. They are wonderful. They kept the entire community entertained! I have gotten nothing but positive reviews. I can guess there will be... ”

  • Tewksbury, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 19 miles from Boston
  • $750-$1500

Acoustic duo, with male and female vocals. Playing all of your favorite rock, pop, country hits from yesterday and today. From fun upbeat crowd engaging...

Serra & McCarthy

1 Verified booking

  • Boston, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • Contact for rates

Acoustic duo offering tailor made custom set lists (specific to bride and grooms tastes) during ‘Cocktail Hour’ segments of weddings. Acoustic guitar +...

The Mass Avenaires

1 Verified booking

  • Cambridge, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 3 miles from Boston
  • $500 minimum (negotiable)

We are an acoustic quartet that plays traditional country-oriented and folk-rock favorites from the 70's and earlier. Robert Zimmerman to Warren Zevon. A good...

Half Wiggum

1 Verified booking

  • Canton, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 15 miles from Boston
  • $300-500

Half Wiggum is a 2 piece acoustic duo playing a wide variety of your favorite classic songs through today. Elvis, Stones, Beatles, and Doors through The Clash,...

Toddsquad

1 Verified booking

  • Middleton, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 16 miles from Boston
  • Contact for rates

We are one of the top ten acoustic rock trios in the north shore. Combined music experience 40 years we play a wide list of classic rock some country some...

The Zack Bolles Band

5.0 (6)
6 Verified bookings

  • Medfield, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 17 miles from Boston
  • $400-$1000

Shelley said “Zack was very professional, communication was great. He played for my wedding on a charter boat , came early to set up. From the start he let me know they weren't a wedding band, I said great I'm just... ”

Acoustic Education Band

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Andover, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 21 miles from Boston
  • $200-$800

William H. said “Fit the vibe perfect for our Mother's Day event brunch. Awesome job. ”

Swinglers Band

5.0 (3)
2 Verified bookings

  • Stow, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 23 miles from Boston
  • Contact for rates

Heather K. said “Very professional, gave me no headaches in the booking or set-up. Guests loved their music, perfect sound level, talented musicians. ”

ShellTheory

5.0 (4)
1 Verified booking

  • Hudson, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 26 miles from Boston
  • $300 and up

Betty B. said “Shell theory came to entertain us & my guests at our 50th Wedding Anniversary at Point Breeze in Webster. They played all the tunes I requested and seemed to read the moments of the day and played... ”

The Martin Acoustic Duo

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Methuen, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 26 miles from Boston
  • $100/hour

Tim M. said “This is an unusual review, because we booked The Martin Acoustic Duo for a surprise birthday party that we had to postpone due to statewide Covid-19 restrictions. Rather than cancelling, because I... ”

Pete and Steve

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Worcester, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 39 miles from Boston
  • Contact for rates

Jill T. said “The guys were great and easy to work with. Worked within my budget and were generally terrific. Their sound kit was easy and simple - Bose Stick. Good dudes. ”

Bill Bonnell Music

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Sandown, NH
  • Acoustic Band
  • 40 miles from Boston
  • $250-$500

Dale C. said “Bill was fantastic and I’d hire him again or refer him to friends in a heartbeat! Very talented, diverse song list and very flexible and engaging with the crowd and with people who wanted to use... ”

  • Boston, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • Contact for rates

Rose Mooney is a singer/songwriter and educator from Newton, MA. She is a recent graduate of Berklee College of Music, where she studied music education and...

  • Boston, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • $500 and up

Miriam B. said “Cassandra Lee and the Acoustic Project managed to get 30 young people ages 12-19 up and dancing, as well as 12 adults of varying ages doing the same. The music was sometimes interactive, and always... ”

  • Boston, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • $150 - $600

We are a Boston-based duet of violin and fingerstyle guitar-- suitable for events in need of a soothing, enjoyable atmosphere. Our specialty includes...

  • Boston, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • Contact for rates

Knock on Wood is a high-energy acoustic folk-rock duo, featuring singer-songwriter Howie Newman on guitar, lead vocals and harmonica. Howie is joined by Joe...

Maddie & Jake

New member

  • Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 5 miles from Boston
  • Contact for rates

Maddie & Jake are a Boston-based vocal and guitar duo bringing a modern, energetic touch to weddings, private events, and corporate functions throughout New...

  • Brighton, MA
  • Acoustic Band
  • 5 miles from Boston
  • $500 and up

The Atlas Collective unites voices from every corner of the United States. A symphony of talent and experience, our ensemble brings together seasoned singers...

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Quick facts for Acoustic Bands in Boston, MA

8,184 quotes sent

In the past year, Acoustic Bands have sent 8,184 quotes to event planners.

30th most popular

Acoustic Bands rank #30 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

5 out of 5 stars

There are 5,873 Acoustic Band 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 Acoustic Band.

Boston ranks #1

Boston is the most popular city for Acoustic Bands requests in Massachusetts.

Popular events

Acoustic Bands are typically hired for Corporate Events, Wedding Engagements, and Cocktail Parties in Boston, MA.

Massachusetts ranks #7

Massachusetts is the 7th most popular state for Acoustic Bands requests in the United States.

Past events for Acoustic Bands in Boston, MA

Boston Harpbeat made the evening feel complete

Acoustic Band

5.0

October 10, 2025

2 hours

We absolutely loved the Boston Harpbeat! The harp, violin, and bass blended so beautifully. Thank you to Shelly and team for making our evening feel so special!
Event total

$1,200

About booking Acoustic Bands in Boston, MA

Live music doesn’t have to mean rock bands or hitting the dance floor. If you’re looking for a more low-key vibe, consider an acoustic duo or band. Acoustic groups are great for all types of events – wedding ceremonies, birthday parties, corporate events, and more. Their song list usually includes a variety of genres from pop to classic rock to country. Whatever your special event needs, you can find it with the acoustic bands on GigSalad.

The cost of hiring an acoustic band in Boston, Massachusetts will vary depending on the length of the performance, the size of the group, and their skill level. Bands with years of experience performing live events will often come at a higher price than those just starting out. For smaller budgets, you might consider a solo acoustic guitar player instead of a group. Contact local acoustic performers to get a quote customized for your event.

While browsing profiles for Boston acoustic bands, look through photos, listen to audio clips, and watch videos of their performances. This will help you learn more about their style and song list. Then read reviews from past clients to see what it might be like to work with them. When talking with musicians, discuss important details like setup requirements, arrival times, scheduled breaks, and any song requests you might have.

Once you find the band you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to book live music for weddings and parties. You can communicate with the group, confirm the details in an online agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad booking is covered by our Worry-Free Guarantee so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. Just relax and enjoy the music!

Acoustic Bands serving the Boston, MA area

These Acoustic Bands serve the wider Boston and Suffolk county area and travel to East Boston, Charlestown, Chelsea, Roxbury Crossing, Cambridge, Somerville, Everett, Brookline Village, Roxbury, New Town, Brookline, Winthrop, Allston, Dorchester, Revere, Malden, Jamaica Plain, Medford, Dorchester Center, Brighton, West Medford, Mattapan, Chestnut Hill, Arlington, Newton Corner, Roslindale, Watertown, Belmont, Waverley, and Melrose.