1st Things First
1 Verified booking- O Fallon, MO
- Guitarist
- 17 miles from
- Contact for rates
Professional, skilled, courteous, punctual and engaging solo guitar/vocalist. 30+ years of band participation, worship leadership and solo performing.
Ragamuffin (Steel-string contemporary/acoustic)
The Unexpected Visitor
Lagrima
Performing at the St. Louis Art Fair
Performing for the Springfield (IL) Guitar Society
Performing in Metz, France
Kirk Hanser in Metz, FR (photo by Dreyfus & Assoc., St. Louis)
In the recording studio, 2017
In concert in Knoxville, TN, 2017
Overview
Kirk Hanser has performed for hundreds of weddings and other special events over the past 30 years.
He has performed throughout the U.S., Europe and Japan since the mid 80 as a soloist and ensemble member. Locally, he is one of the on-call guitarists for the SLSO, the Muny and Opera Theater.
Kirk is happy to provide music for your upcoming special event! He has music from the past 500 years ready to go, which can be used for anything from calming background music to exciting foreground entertainment for the evening.
Reviews
18 reviews
Fr. J. M. S. O. P. H.
April 30, 2025Awesome!
Kirk was an incredible addition to our event!
Hired as: Classical Guitarist, Guitarist
Christine P.
October 3, 2024Fantastic
Kirk did an amazing job at our event. He arrived on time and was a joy to listen to. I think our clients really enjoyed the music as well. He was great at reading the room and adjusting the volume of his playing to meet the needs of the room. We'd absolutely have him back to play our next event!
Hired as: Guitarist
Kirk Hanser
So happy to hear that - thanks!
Thomas E.
April 30, 2024Friendly and talented player
We hired Kirk for our wedding and have no regrets! Kirk was very helpful when meeting to plan our ceremony music. He had great suggestions and was easy to communicate with. He also learned some music for us, and the songs he learned sounded great.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist
Kirk Hanser
Tom, thank you, it was my honor.
Marlene L.
December 20, 2019Best Holiday party ever!
Fantastic night because of Kirk our guitarist! He is so talented and our party was elevated because of his beautiful music! He was a joy to have in our home!
Hired as: Classical Guitarist, Guitarist
Blake H.
December 14, 2019True Pro, Great Talent
Kirk played our holiday party last night. It was beautiful and really enhanced our experience. We will certainly call again.
Hired as: Classical Guitarist, Guitarist
Booking information
Price range: $200-$3500
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
Unions: AFM
What to expect
I. The "Typical" Wedding Service:
- 30 minutes of pre-service music
- Processional for bridal party
- Bride's procession
- a special musical selection during the service (if needed)
- Recessional
- Up to 10 minutes of post-service music as your guests exit the venue
(In St. Louis area, fees start at $270. Extra charges for: Travel outside of 40 mile radius extra, certain special music due to extra time or cost to acquire, attendance at rehearsal)
II. Receptions/Dinners/Background
The music selection for wedding receptions and other "casual" events is beautiful - through not distracting - background music so that your guests can still visit with each other and enjoy the real star of your event, whatever or whoever this may be!
(In St. Louis area, fees begin at $110/hr, minimum charge $220)
III. House Concerts/Corporate Shows
House concerts/corporate shows feature basically the same entertainment level and repertoire which you would expect if seeing Kirk perform at any big-name concert venue.
(Inquire)
Regardless of your needs, Kirk will be on time, professional, courteous to your guests and ready to go!
About
Kirk has performed throughout the U.S., Europe and Japan since the mid 80's as a soloist and ensemble member. In concert and on recordings these days, he is mainly heard along with John McClellan as the internationally acclaimed Hanser-McClellan Guitar Duo. Kirk can be heard on many recordings alongside McClellan, as well as with Tommy Emmanuel, Vince Gill, Mark Knopfler and many others.
Kirk currently lectures and teaches for several colleges and universities, arranges music for events and publications, and acts as director for both the Childbloom Guitar Program and the St. Louis Academy for Guitar. Locally, Kirk performs regularly as an on-call guitarist with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, St. Louis Opera Theatre, the Muny, as well as weddings and corporate events.
Additional booking notes
- Armless chair (adjustable piano bench OK)
- Immediate access to power
- No direct sunlight.
- If outdoors, must be reasonable climate (no rain, temperate, etc.). Inquire.
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
September 2026
26
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
•
St Louis, MO
October 2026
10
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Washington, MO
Past booked events
October 2025
25
Saturday
House Party
7:00pm - 9:30pm
•
Leasburg, MO
August 2025
19
Tuesday
Corporate Event
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
April 2025
25
Friday
Dinner Party
7:30pm - 9:30pm
•
St Louis, MO
September 2024
19
Thursday
Corporate Event
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Edwardsville, IL
April 2024
26
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 6:30pm
•
St Louis, MO
December 2023
08
Friday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
June 2022
12
Sunday
Dinner Party
6:30pm - 8:00pm
•
St Charles, MO
December 2019
19
Thursday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Ste Genevieve, MO
13
Friday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 8:30pm
•
St Louis, MO
October 2019
13
Sunday
Personal Occasion
12:30pm - 2:30pm
•
Weldon Spring, MO
August 2019
16
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 6:30pm
•
St Louis, MO
June 2019
12
Wednesday
Grand Opening
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
December 2018
30
Sunday
Cocktail Party
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
October 2018
05
Friday
Product Promotion
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
St Peters, MO
June 2018
02
Saturday
Wedding Reception
12:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Kirkwood, MO
May 2018
26
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 6:30pm
•
St Louis, MO
October 2017
19
Thursday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Chesterfield, MO
August 2017
05
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
July 2017
15
Saturday
House Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Crestwood, MO
15
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
May 2017
06
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
1:30pm - 3:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
January 2017
15
Sunday
Birthday (Adult)
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
December 2016
13
Tuesday
Holiday Party (Christmas)
5:30pm - 8:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
October 2016
15
Saturday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Town And Country, MO
08
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 6:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
July 2016
16
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 3:45pm
•
St Louis, MO
May 2016
15
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
12:00pm - 12:30pm
•
Grafton, IL
December 2015
15
Tuesday
Cocktail Party
5:30pm - 7:30pm
•
St Louis, MO
October 2015
10
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
2:00pm - 2:45pm
•
Springfield, IL
May 2015
16
Saturday
Graduation
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
December 2014
02
Tuesday
Christmas Party
7:00am - 8:00am
•
Clayton, MO
September 2014
27
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
August 2014
23
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 6:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
Set list
INCLUDES:
Requerdos de L'Alhambra - F. Tarrega
Spanish Romance - Anon.
Europa - C. Santana
Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring- J.S. Bach
Prelude from Cello Suite No. 1 - J.S. Bach
Cancion de cuna - L. Brouwer
Greensleeves - Anon.
Scarborough Fair
I Will- Lennon McCartney
Bensusan - M. Hedges
The Night Watch - A. Holborne
Espagnoleta - G. Sanz
Bridal March ("Here Comes the Bride") - R. Wagner
Canon in D - J. Pachelbel
Wedding March - F. Mendelssohn
Prelude from Lute Suite No. 4 - J.S. Bach
Gavotte en Rondeau from Lute Suite No. 4 - J.S. Bach
Minuet - W.A. Mozart
Rebecca's Dance - K. Hanser
Santa Cruz - D. Qualey
Cowboy Waltz - M. Chapdelaine
Asturius - I. Albeniz
Spanish Dance No. 5 - E. Granados
Ragamuffin - M. Hedges
Andency - A. York
Sunburst - A. York
Borsalino - C. Bolling
Danza Brasiliera - J. Morel
Maria Carolina - A. Lauro
Lagrima - F. Tarrega
Tears in Heaven - E. Clapton
Hotel California - D. Henley
Nashville - K. Hanser
Rossiniane Opus 119 - M. Giuliani
Grand Solo - F. Sor
Valse Opus 8 Nos. 3 and 4 - A. Barrios
Julia Florida - A. Barrios
Bells of Dawn - R. Saintz de la Maza
PLUS MUCH MORE!!
Setup requirements
Shelter from direct sun or rain
Immediate access to power
Armless chair (NOT a barstool)
Report Kirk Hanser
Guitarist
Check out these featured profiles
- Maryland Heights, MO
- Steel Drum Player
- 10 miles from
- $200+
Terri M. said
“I am so happy that I had Lenny at my son's graduation party. He added so much atmosphere to the entire event! He really made the party a success. I am grateful! ”
- St Louis, MO
- Singing Guitarist
- 19 miles from
- $999 - $4999
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... ”
- St Louis, MO
- Singing Guitarist
- 19 miles from
- $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! ”