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Solo Guitarist for Hire — Refined Live Music for Events
Professional solo guitarist bookings for corporate events, weddings, intimate receptions, and casino party rentals in Chicago, IL and the Midwest. A solo guitarist sets a tone without dominating the room — the ambient backbone that elevates the moment from corporate party to event.
- 5.0 653+ Reviews
- Serving IL, WI, IN, MI, MO, IA & OH
- Since 2011
- The Bash Rising Star
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We respond within one business day.
Genres
Most event clients pick classical for ceremony, jazz for cocktail hour, acoustic pop for casual receptions.
Classical
Fingerstyle, Spanish guitar, formal events
Jazz
Standards, bossa nova, dinner-and-cocktail ambience
Acoustic pop/folk
Modern wedding ceremonies, brunch events, contemporary corporate.
Latin
Flamenco, bossa nova, themed events
“Solo guitarists are the booking we recommend most often when the client says ‘I want live music but I don’t have the budget for a band.’ Done right, with a polished performer who reads the room, it does ninety percent of what a band does at twenty percent of the cost.”
— Jeff Durocher, President & CEO, U.S. Poker & Casino Parties
What's Included
- Professional solo guitarist — vetted for venue experience, genre depth, audience read
- Performer-provided amplification for venues over 50 guests
- Standard set length: 60-180 minutes (with breaks)
- Coordination with venue and event timeline
- General liability insurance
Ready to Produce your Guitarists?
Quote in one business day. Serving corporate galas across Chicago, IL and the Midwest since 2011.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can guests make song requests?
With advance notice (1-2 weeks ahead), most guitarists work specific requests into the set.
Do you provide amplification for outdoor venues?
Yes — performer brings a portable PA for outdoor or larger indoor venues.
How much does a solo guitarist cost?
A 90-minute set typically runs $450-$900 depending on genre and performer profile.
Service area?
Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, Iowa, Ohio — plus select nationwide via travel.
Serving Chicago, IL & the Midwest
Based in Bensenville, IL — with delivery to the full Chicago metro and select cities across the Midwest.
- Chicago
- Bensenville
- Naperville
- Schaumburg
- Milwaukee, WI
- Detroit, MI
- Indianapolis, IN
- Cincinnati, OH
- + more
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