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Hire a performer in Cardiff and across Wales
We connect event organisers with highly trained student and graduate musicians. Whether you are planning a wedding, awards ceremony, corporate dinner or community event, we help you find the right performers to suit your event and setting.
Live performers for events in Cardiff and across Wales
The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama's 'Hire a Performer' scheme provides live musicians for a wide range of events, from intimate gatherings to larger formal occasions.
Every booking is:
- Carefully matched to your event and requirements
- Managed through the College’s professional booking process
- Delivered by musicians trained to conservatoire standards
If you already know what you are looking for, we can help arrange it. If you are still exploring ideas, we can advise on suitable performers and formats.
Live music for a wide range of occasions
From welcoming guests at a drinks reception to providing featured performances during an awards dinner, the right musicians can help set the tone and create a memorable experience. Our talented performers can help transform your events, such as:
- Weddings and wedding receptions
- Drinks receptions
- Corporate dinners and business events
- Awards ceremonies
- Charity galas and fundraising events
- Community events
- Private celebrations
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What kind of musicians can you hire?
Hire a Performer matches musicians to your specific brief, so you get the right performers for your event rather than choosing from a fixed list.
Our performers work across a wide range of styles and musical settings. Depending on your event, we may recommend:
- Solo musicians such as pianists, violinists or vocalists
- Acoustic duos or trios
- String quartets and chamber ensembles
- Jazz trios or small jazz ensembles
- Musicians specialising in classical, contemporary or musical theatre repertoire
For example, customers often enquire about string quartet hire in Cardiff for weddings or formal receptions, while others book jazz or acoustic ensembles for corporate events and evening functions.
Here are some of the performers available:
Why book musicians through Hire a Performer?
Conservatoire-trained performers
As one of only nine specialist music conservatoires in the UK, our musicians are amongst the very best new talent in the country. All our musicians are students or recent graduates, trained to a high professional standard and experienced in performing for live audiences.
A reliable booking process
The College manages the booking from enquiry to performance, helping ensure everything runs smoothly.
- Contracts are managed by the College
- Booking details are confirmed in writing
- Performers are supported in preparation for the event
Less administration for you
You do not need to coordinate directly with individual musicians. We handle communication, logistics and payment so you can focus on the event itself.
Supporting emerging artists
By booking through Hire a Performer, you are also helping talented young musicians gain valuable professional performance experience.
Fees
Hire a Performer operates as a professional booking service, with musicians paid fairly for their time, preparation and performance.
- Fees are bespoke to your event but start from £140
- Prices are agreed on a bespoke basis depending on the booking
- Costs reflect factors such as ensemble size, performance length, rehearsal requirements and location
A 10% administration fee and VAT may apply where appropriate.
Once we understand your event requirements, we will provide a clear quote before any booking is confirmed.
How the booking process works
If you are looking to hire a performer in Cardiff or arrange live music for an event in Wales, our team will be happy to help.
1. Make an enquiry
Complete the online enquiry form and tell us about your event, including date, location and the type of performance you have in mind.
2. We recommend suitable performers
Our team reviews your brief and identifies musicians or ensembles who would suit your event.
3. Confirm the booking
You receive a tailored quote and booking details. Once confirmed, the hirer is invoiced by the college, and we manage the arrangements and support the performers ahead of the event. Usually requiring a deposit and the college pay the performers.
