Wedding Guitarist in San Diego
Live classical guitar for wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, and intimate celebrations.
Warm, expressive nylon-string music that feels personal, not overproduced.
If you’re looking for relaxed, elegant live music that blends naturally into your day, I’d love to help.
If you’d like to hear how this style of music sounds in real wedding settings, you can watch recent ceremony and cocktail hour performances on the Videos page. If you’d like more context about my background and approach to performing at weddings, you can read more on the About page.
Why Couples Choose Live Guitar
Live classical guitar creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere without overpowering the moment. It feels personal, natural, and timeless — especially for ceremonies and smaller gatherings.
Couples often tell me they appreciate that the music: • Sets a calm, elegant tone as guests arrive
• Feels intimate rather than “produced”
• Works beautifully for both indoor and outdoor spaces
• Doesn’t require complicated setup or staging
• Can be customized for processional, recessional, and special moments
If you’re not sure what music to choose yet, that’s completely fine. I’m happy to help you shape a simple plan that fits the mood you want, or you can reach out to check availability.
Music Planning Made Easy
You don’t need to have everything figured out — that’s part of my job.
I’ll help you choose the right music for each moment of the day, whether you already have specific songs in mind or are starting from scratch. Most couples simply share the overall feel they’re going for (romantic, relaxed, upbeat, understated), and I guide the rest. If you’d like to get a sense of the music I regularly perform, you can browse my Repertoire page at any point.
Here’s what’s always included:
- Help selecting ceremony and cocktail hour music
- Custom timing for processional, recessional, and key moments
- Coordination with your planner or venue if needed
- Professional, self-contained setup (no extra rentals required)
- Clear communication before the event so nothing feels stressful
The goal is simple: beautiful music, zero hassle.
Wedding Guitar Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing with no surprises. Every wedding is a little different, but most couples fit into one of these options:
Ceremony Only — $350
Live guitar music for your ceremony, including guest arrival, processional, signing, and recessional. Includes coordination on timing and music selections.
Ceremony + Cocktail Hour — $500
Everything in the ceremony package plus one hour of live music during cocktail hour for a relaxed, elegant atmosphere while guests mingle.
Extended Coverage — $600+
For longer events, additional hours, travel outside San Diego, or custom needs. Just reach out with your details and I’ll give you a clear quote.
All packages include:
• Planning help with song selection
• Professional, self-contained audio setup (no rentals needed)
• On-time arrival and clean, unobtrusive setup
• Clear communication leading up to the event
If you’re not sure what you need yet, that’s completely fine. Most couples start with a quick message and we figure it out together.
For planners or venues who need technical details or background information, my full Electronic Press Kit is available online.
Let’s Talk About Your Wedding
If you’re exploring live guitar for your ceremony or cocktail hour, I’d love to hear what you’re planning. You can check current dates on the Availability page or reach out directly using the form below.
Just send your date, venue, and whether you’re thinking ceremony only or ceremony + cocktail hour. If you’re still deciding, that’s totally fine — I’ll help you figure out what fits.
What Couples Often Say After the Wedding
The most common feedback I hear isn’t about volume or gear — it’s about how the music felt in the room.
Couples often mention that the guitar: • Made the ceremony feel emotional and personal
• Helped guests relax as soon as they arrived
• Added elegance without feeling formal or stiff
• Blended naturally into the day instead of feeling like “background noise”
• Felt more meaningful than a playlist or speaker setup
My goal isn’t to perform at your wedding — it’s to support the atmosphere you’re trying to create.
I regularly perform weddings throughout San Diego County, including La Jolla, Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe, and surrounding areas. Each venue is different, and I’m always happy to coordinate timing and logistics directly with your planner or venue to keep things simple.