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Classical & Spanish Guitar for Weddings

Live Music for Ceremonies, Cocktail Hours & Intimate Receptions

Every detail matters. The atmosphere, the emotion, the way each moment flows into the next.

From ceremony music through cocktail hour and intimate receptions, live guitar helps shape the experience for everyone
in attendance. Music for each part of the day can be customized to fit the setting, style, and flow of your celebration.

“Can’t Help Falling in Love”

Wedding Ceremony Music

Each part of your ceremony is thoughtfully accompanied by music chosen for its meaning, emotion, and timing. Ceremony music can include classical guitar, Spanish guitar, and meaningful instrumental arrangements of contemporary songs, creating a warm and personal atmosphere from guest arrival through the recessional.

Cocktail Hour Music

Cocktail Hour Musician at The Briarcliff Manor

Cocktail Hour Music at The Briarcliff Manor

Immediately following the ceremony, cocktail hour music helps shift the energy into celebration. Selections are fully customizable and often include Spanish guitar, bossa nova, jazz, instrumental contemporary favorites, and acoustic interpretations of classic rock and pop songs.

Whether elegant and relaxed or upbeat and lively, live guitar creates an atmosphere that feels welcoming, elevated, and personal as guests mingle, enjoy cocktails, and settle into the evening.

“The Girl from Ipanema”

Intimate Receptions & Dinner Music

Coverage can continue through dinner and intimate receptions with a combination of live guitar and thoughtfully curated playlists to match the energy and flow of the evening. Live music can be incorporated for introductions, first dances, special moments, and toasts, with MC support available when needed.

Especially well suited for intimate receptions, micro-weddings, backyard weddings, and private celebrations, live acoustic guitar creates an atmosphere that feels warm, personal, and naturally connected to the setting. Music can range from Spanish and Brazilian guitar to contemporary favorites and relaxed dinner selections, depending on the style and flow of the evening.

Wedding Packages

Each package can be customized to your needs and includes personalized planning and support leading up to your wedding.

I’ll work with you on music selections, timing, and other details, and I’m available throughout the planning process to answer questions and offer recommendations.

Ceremony & Prelude

Live guitar as your guests arrive, followed by personalized music for your processional, special moments and recessional.

Includes:
Custom song requests • Full sound system

Available Add-on:
Wireless microphone setup for officiant and vows

$1,500

Cocktail Hour

A mix of Spanish guitar, Bossa Nova, jazz and contemporary favorites, with repertoire customized to your preferences.

Includes:
60 minutes of live music • Repertoire requests
Full sound system

$1,350

Ceremony & Cocktail Hour

Live guitar for your ceremony and cocktail hour, with music customized to complement both parts of your wedding.

Includes:
Prelude music • Custom song requests • 60 minutes of cocktail hour music
Full sound setup for both locations • Wireless microphone

$2,000

Ceremony, Cocktail Hour & Reception

Live guitar for your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, with personalized playlists and hosting for the later part of the celebration.

Includes:
Custom Song Requests • Personalized playlists
Reception hosting • Full sound setup

Starting at $2,500

*All packages include taxes & liability insurance.

Hudson Valley wedding guitarist Austin Charnis performing classical, Latin, and contemporary music for ceremonies and cocktail hours
Austin Charnis Guitar, multiple award winner on WeddingWire, The Knot and Zola