Austin Charnis Guitar
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Category: Live Solo Performer
Type: Solo instrumentalist
Genres: Classical
About Austin Charnis Guitar
Austin Charnis Guitar
I’m Austin Charnis, a classical, Spanish, and contemporary guitarist with more than 15 years of experience performing at weddings throughout New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and beyond. I provide music for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions, with a repertoire spanning classical and Spanish guitar, Bossa Nova, jazz, and instrumental arrangements of contemporary music. Couples can choose from hundreds of songs, request music that has special meaning to them, or work with me to create custom arrangements specifically for their wedding.
Great wedding music is about more than what you hear. I take care of the details behind the scenes, from coordinating with your planner and venue to managing timing, transitions, sound, and setup. Professional sound equipment, wireless microphones, and separate setups for different parts of the wedding are available when needed. With more than 500 five-star reviews, couples can feel confident that their music is in experienced hands and simply enjoy the day.
Performance samples
Services
Services
- Hear us live
- Learning new songs
- Multiple location support
- Music during breaks
- Sound system capability audience <300
- Sound system capability audience >300
Musical genres
- Classical
- Country/Folk
- Jazz
- Latin
- Pop/Top 40s
- Rock
Event types
- After party
- Cocktail hour
- Couples luncheon
- Elopement
- Engagement party
- Farewell brunch
- Other
- Rehearsal dinner
- Wedding ceremony
- Wedding reception
- Wedding shower
- Welcome party
Austin Charnis Guitar packages
Ceremony & Prelude
Price$1,500
Prelude and ceremony music performed on classical / Spanish guitar. Includes custom song selections, processional timing coordination, and a professional sound setup for guests. Ideal for couples seeking an elegant, intimate ceremony with music tailored to the moment.
- Prelude + ceremony music
- Custom song arrangements
- Professional sound setup
- Ceremony planning & coordination
Cocktail Hour
Price$1,350
Customized live music for cocktail hour.
- Professional multi-speaker sound system
Ceremony, Prelude & Cocktail Hour
Price$2,000
Seamless live guitar music from the ceremony into cocktail hour. Includes thoughtfully arranged music for key moments, a smooth transition as guests move between spaces, and an additional hour of refined background ambiance to set the tone for the celebration.
- Prelude + ceremony music
- Custom song arrangements for key moments
- One hour of cocktail hour music
Ceremony, Cocktail Hour & Reception
Price$2,500
Extended live guitar coverage designed to support multiple parts of the celebration. Includes guidance for key moments such as entrances and first dances, along with curated background music to maintain a smooth, natural flow throughout the event. Ideal for intimate, elevated weddings seeking continuity and ease.
- Live guitar music across multiple moments
- Guidance for key moments and transitions
- Curated background music playlists as needed
- MC Services
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
89 reviews
- JB
Jasmine B.
Amazing Musician!
Austin is such a talented guitarrist and really elevated our cocktail hour at our wedding this month! He delighted out guests with great bossa nova and latin jazz interpretations and was an asbolute professional from beginning to end! Please consider hiring him for your event, his music will help create the most lovely atmosphere for you and your guests.
Austin Charnis•Aug 24, 2026Thank you so much, Jasmine! It was such a pleasure being part of your wedding and playing for your cocktail hour. I’m so glad you and your guests enjoyed the Bossa Nova guitar! It was a beautiful celebration! Wishing you both all the best!
- LP
Laura Ramirez P.
Classic and Modern Guitar to Elevate Your Wedding
Austin was a great performer and made our ceremony and cocktail truly special with his music! Highly recommended to make your event unforgettable!
Austin Charnis•Aug 9, 2026Thank you, Laura! It was such a beautiful venue and setting and I was honored to be a part of it. Wishing you all the best!!
- S
Shannon
Thank you Austin!
Austin was absolutely wonderful to work with! From the very beginning, he was communicative, collaborative, friendly, and incredibly easy to work with throughout the planning process. On our wedding day, he played beautifully during both our cocktail hour and ceremony, creating such a warm and elegant atmosphere. He is exceptionally talented, professional, and even accommodated a few unexpected hiccups with ease, helping everything flow seamlessly. We received so many compliments from our guests about the live music. If you’re considering having a guitarist for your wedding or special event, I cannot recommend Austin enough. Live music was such a special touch that made our day even more memorable, and we are so grateful we chose him.
Austin Charnis•Jul 29, 2026Thank you so much, Shannon! It was an absolute pleasure working with you and I'm so glad you were happy with everything. "Jane's Love Song" was perfect for your walk down the aisle! Wishing you all the best!!
- CF
Cheryl F.
Austin Charnis Guitarist
Austin Charnis Guitar was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. His communication throughout the planning process was timely, clear, and always helpful—we never had to wonder about details or timelines. Austin is incredibly talented and plays beautifully, with a large repertoire that gave us plenty of options for our big day. He nailed the song selection and style we wanted, creating the perfect atmosphere for our ceremony and reception. We couldn't have asked for a better guitarist to be part of our wedding. Highly recommend Austin to any couple looking for a skilled musician who genuinely cares about making your day special.
Austin Charnis•Jul 24, 2026Thank you so much, Cheryl! It was great working together to curate such an eclectic list of songs for your beautiful ceremony and cocktail hour, and a pleasure to see it all come together so nicely. Wishing you all the best!!
- M
Mariel
Mariel
Austin Charnis was an important touch to our special day and we're so glad we added him to our event. From the moment we started planning, he was easy to reach and responded to texts right away, which made the whole process smooth and stress-free. On the day of the wedding, he arrived early and had everything set up and ready to go before we even needed him. His talent really showed through in the music he played—it was perfect and beautiful for our setting. Austin brought professionalism to every detail, and honestly, you can't go wrong having him as part of your event.
Austin Charnis•Jul 24, 2026Thank you so much for the kind words, Mariel! It was a pleasure performing at your prelude and cocktail hour. Such an amazing day! Wishing you all the best!!
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