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The 60 Best Guitarists for Hire in Chicago, IL

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“AMAZING, PROFESSIONAL and TALENTED” – Amaris B., reviewing Chicago Guitarist Guillermo Paolisso, Guitarist.

Gabriel Datcu - Jazz,Latin,Pop,Top40s  Solo & w/ Ensembles - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois Featured vendor banner
Gabriel Datcu - Jazz,Latin,Pop,Top40s  Solo & w/ Ensembles - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

Gabriel Datcu - Jazz,Latin,Pop,Top40s Solo & w/ Ensembles

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5.0 (66)
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  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist
  • Check mark icon 62 Verified Bookings

Kelly V. said “Gabriel was great.”

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John Behling Guitarist - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois Featured vendor banner
John Behling Guitarist - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

John Behling Guitarist

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5.0 (52)
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  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist
  • Check mark icon 78 Verified Bookings

Alok S. said “good selection for the audience at thr right volume”

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Martin Metzger ~ Solo, Duo and Ensemble - Guitarist in Evanston, Illinois Featured vendor banner
Martin Metzger ~ Solo, Duo and Ensemble - Guitarist in Evanston, Illinois

Martin Metzger ~ Solo, Duo and Ensemble

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5.0 (45)
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  • Map pin icon Evanston, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist
  • Travel distance icon 12 miles from Chicago
  • Check mark icon 81 Verified Bookings

Elaine M. said “Martin Metzger's Trio band was perfect for the occasion. Their customer service and flexibility are un-matched! Martin was so patient with me through…”

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Dave Benziger - DaveTheGuitarPlayer - Guitarist in La Grange, Illinois Featured vendor banner
Dave Benziger - DaveTheGuitarPlayer - Guitarist in La Grange, Illinois

Dave Benziger - DaveTheGuitarPlayer

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  • Map pin icon La Grange, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist
  • Travel distance icon 13 miles from Chicago

Solo instrumental guitar music for all occasions. Live guitar with pre-recorded background music covering music from the 1940's through today. Your event's…

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Manuel Reyes – Wedding & Corporate Event Guitarist - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois
Manuel Reyes – Wedding & Corporate Event Guitarist - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

Manuel Reyes – Wedding & Corporate Event Guitarist

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5.0 (2)
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  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist
  • Check mark icon 13 Verified Bookings

Robert A. said “Manuel was so at ease playing bossa nova and smooth jazz / beach music for my mom’s alfresco dinner celebration. All our guests were very impressed of…”

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Mike Maneechote - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois
Mike Maneechote - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

Mike Maneechote

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  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist
  • Check mark icon 1 Verified Booking

Mike is a performing guitarist, cellist and arranger that's been active for over thirty years. He plays a large variety of styles and settings, from rock and…

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Scott Allen - Guitarist in Downers Grove, Illinois
Scott Allen - Guitarist in Downers Grove, Illinois

Scott Allen

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5.0 (13)
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  • Map pin icon Downers Grove, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist
  • Travel distance icon 20 miles from Chicago
  • Check mark icon 22 Verified Bookings

Jessie D. said “Scott was absolutely wonderful for our event! We had numerous compliments from our customers and employees on how great Scott was! He took requests, interacted…”

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Classical Guitarist, Andy Liu - Guitarist in Naperville, Illinois
Classical Guitarist, Andy Liu - Guitarist in Naperville, Illinois

Classical Guitarist, Andy Liu

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5.0 (1)
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  • Map pin icon Naperville, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist
  • Travel distance icon 28 miles from Chicago
  • Check mark icon 1 Verified Booking

Brian T. said “This was Andy’s first gig on gigsalad and he did not disappoint! He and his assistant arrived early, completed a thorough sound check and played beautiful…”

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Mexican Nostalgia - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois
Mexican Nostalgia - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

Mexican Nostalgia

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  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist
  • Check mark icon 1 Verified Booking

Immerse your event in the rich tapestry of Mexican music with a solo guitarist specializing in boleros, rancheras, and mariachi classics. Create a captivating ambiance…

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Angelo Cicco - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois
Angelo Cicco - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

Angelo Cicco

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  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist
  • Check mark icon 2 Verified Bookings

Solo guitar/vocals specialized for private events (weddings, corporate, etc…) and public performances (restaurants, bars, etc..). Multiple performance options available.

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Guillermo Paolisso, Guitarist - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois
Guillermo Paolisso, Guitarist - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

Guillermo Paolisso, Guitarist

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4.88 (42)
  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist
  • Check mark icon 60 Verified Bookings

Amaris B. said “Skilled musician and really great person to work with. Very chill demeanor and super talented! Will book again for another event.”

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Church band - Guitarist in Elgin, Illinois
Church band - Guitarist in Elgin, Illinois

Church band

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5.0 (1)
  • Map pin icon Elgin, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist
  • Travel distance icon 35 miles from Chicago
  • Check mark icon 1 Verified Booking

Jeff N. said “Solid guitar playing and great on solos. Easily adapts to changes in the song list. Comfortable reading either sheet music or chord charts.”

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Damian Rivero - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois
Damian Rivero - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

Damian Rivero

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  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist

Live guitar for your event!! I can play a variety of styles on Spanish guitar, acoustic guitar and/or electric guitar, ranging from Latin music, pop music, fusion,…

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Delta Lou - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois
Delta Lou - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

Delta Lou

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  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
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Delta Lou, based in Chicagoland, presents historical American Blues, Ragtime, and Jazz music associated with the Mississippi River in a 2-3 hour musical concert…

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Max Henley - Guitarist - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois
Max Henley - Guitarist - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

Max Henley - Guitarist

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  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
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I can play a variety of different music, ranging from Country to Rock, and most of the stuff in between, it is mainly the rhythm and chords to sing along to. The…

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Rockstar E.V. - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois
Rockstar E.V. - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

Rockstar E.V.

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5.0 (10)
  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
  • Vendor category icon Guitarist

Rachel S. said “We had EV play at our wedding reception and he was fantastic! He played all of our favorite songs and even learned a few new ones just for us. Our guests…”

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Guitarist - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois
Guitarist - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

Guitarist

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  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
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I can play guitar for your band in the studio or on stage.

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Mj - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois
Mj - Guitarist in Chicago, Illinois

Mj

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  • Map pin icon Chicago, IL
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Guitar, bass, piano, Live and recording. Composition and tracking. Live arranging

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Quick facts
Guitarists in Chicago, IL

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15,941 quotes sent

In the past year, Guitarists have sent 15,941 quotes to event planners

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13th most popular

Guitarists rank #13 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad

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5 out of 5 stars

10,951 Guitarist reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars

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Typically hired for

Corporate Events, Cocktail Parties, and Dinner Parties in Chicago, IL

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Chicago ranks #1

for Guitarist requests in Illinois

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1.5 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1.5 days (on average) to hire a Guitarist

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Illinois ranks #7

for Guitarist requests in the United States

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for Guitarists in Chicago, IL

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    Birthday Party with 30 guests

    Chicago, Illinois

    • Performance location

      Outdoor (with cover)

    • Equipment needed

      Sound/PA System

    • Song requests

      Old time favorites , standards and / or bossa nova

    • Outstanding guitarist

      Manuel was so at ease playing bossa nova and smooth jazz / beach music for my mom’s alfresco dinner celebration. All our guests were very impressed of his remarkable musicality and professionalism .

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    Dinner Party with 25 guests

    Chicago, Illinois

    • Performance location

      Indoor

    • Great Guitarist!

      John was professional and played to the room. HIs music was a lovely backdrop for dinner.

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Guitarists in Chicago, IL


Guitar music can create a beautiful atmosphere for almost any event. Book a guitarist to play live music at your restaurant or dinner party. They can also perform background music for corporate events and cocktail hours. And of course, an acoustic guitarist can provide the perfect accompaniment for wedding ceremonies. You can find all types of professional guitarists, from electric to classical to acoustic guitar players, on GigSalad!

The cost of hiring a guitarist and/or vocalist in Chicago, Illinois will vary depending on the type of event, the performance length, and the musician’s skill level. High-quality guitar players with years of experience will often charge higher rates than those just starting out. Their repertoire may also play a part in their pricing – someone who covers popular songs might charge a different price than a singer-songwriter who performs original music. Contact local guitarists above to get quotes customized for your event.

While browsing profiles for Chicago guitarists, be sure to listen to audio samples, watch videos, and look through photos to learn more about their style and setlist. Professional musicians will usually have reviews and testimonials from past clients that will tell you more about their experience playing guitar at events like yours. When talking with guitarists, discuss important details like performance times and breaks, venue setups, attire, and song requests.

Once you find a solo guitarist or group you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our easy-to-use platform allows you to talk with the musician, confirm your agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad booking is protected by our Worry-Free Guarantee so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. Search for Guitarists in Chicago, Illinois above.

Guitarists serving the Chicago, IL area

These Guitarists serve the wider Chicago and Cook county area and travel to Stickney, Forest View, North Riverside, River Forest, Lincolnwood, Riverside, Amf Ohare, Lyons, Hines, Harwood Heights, River Grove, Summit, Summit Argo, Hometown, Broadview, Norridge, McCook, Bedford Park, La Grange Park, Stone Park, Schiller Park, Merrionette Park, Northlake, Hodgkins, Hillside, Berkeley, Justice, Chicago Ridge, Rosemont, and Hickory Hills.

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