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70 Folk Singers serving Springfield, IL

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Andrew Camp

5.0 (11)
Top Performer
12 Verified bookings

  • St Louis, MO
  • Singing Guitarist / Folk Singer
  • 85 miles from Springfield
  • $1000 and up

James M. D. said “Our firm held a Christmas party and engaged Mr. Camp to provide the music. We were pleased with the music, and Mr. Camp was professional. We appreciated that he was on time and worked with us... ”
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Joe Fry the Guitar Guy

4.97 (77)
Top Performer
121 Verified bookings

  • St Louis, MO
  • Singing Guitarist / Folk Singer
  • 85 miles from Springfield
  • $400-$800

Brittney F. said “Joe is amazing! So good. All of our guests loved everything he performed. We will absolutely book again for future needs! ”
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Austin Ellis

4.97 (229)
Top Performer
265 Verified bookings

  • St Louis, MO
  • Singing Guitarist / Folk Singer
  • 85 miles from Springfield
  • $999 - $4999

Ashley S. said “Austin came to our small event for our restaurant celebrating our customers. He was such a great asset and really did a great job of interacting with the crowd. Music choices for the crowd were on... ”
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Brent Michael Wood - Professional Singer/Guitarist

4.99 (36)
Top Performer
74 Verified bookings

  • St Louis, MO
  • One Man Band / Folk Singer
  • 85 miles from Springfield
  • $500 - $5000

Kelly B. said “I highly recommend Brent Michael Wood to any client!! His music set the tone of our company's cocktail reception! Brent is very professional and reliable. He showed up at the convention center in time... ”

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Quick facts for Folk Singers in Springfield, IL

219 quotes sent

In the past year, Folk Singers have sent 219 quotes to event planners.

269th most popular

Folk Singers rank #269 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

5 out of 5 stars

There are 839 Folk Singer reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.

3.1 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 3.1 days (on average) to hire a Folk Singer.

Illinois ranks #3

Illinois is the 3rd most popular state for Folk Singers requests in the United States.

About booking Folk Singers in Springfield, IL

Booking folk singers brings heartfelt storytelling, acoustic melodies, and a timeless presence to any event. Whether you’re planning a backyard party, rustic wedding, or coffeehouse-style concert, these performers create an intimate atmosphere with rich vocals and acoustic charm. From traditional ballads to modern favorites, their music sets the tone for events that value authenticity and connection.

Inspired by legends such as Bob Dylan and Woody Guthrie, today’s folk singers continue the legacy of American folk music. With songs about love, life, and everyday struggles, they deliver performances that resonate and leave a lasting impression. As you explore Springfield folk singers on GigSalad, you can watch videos, listen to audio clips, and read reviews from past clients to find an artist whose sound fits your event and honors the folk tradition that shaped this storied genre.

The average cost to book a folk singer in Springfield, IL can vary based on factors such as performance length, travel, and any special requests, including custom songs or additional musicians. When contacting local folk artists, be sure to share details about your event, including the venue, desired vibe, and any technical needs to get an accurate quote.

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Folk Singers serving the Springfield, IL area

These Folk Singers serve the wider Springfield and Sangamon county area and travel to Rochester, Riverton, Chatham, Sherman, Cantrall, Glenarm, Dawson, Loami, Athens, Williamsville, Mechanicsburg, Pawnee, Buffalo, Auburn, New Berlin, Divernon, Pleasant Plains, Edinburg, Tovey, Cornland, Lincoln's New Salem, Lincolns New Salem, New Salem, Bulpitt, Thayer, Kincaid, Elkhart, Tallula, Petersburg, and Lowder.