Wedding Bands & Live Music in Greece
Discover top wedding bands and musicians in Greece. From lively orchestras to violinists and saxophonists, book live music to create unforgettable wedding memories with traditional and modern songs.
Discover top wedding bands and musicians in Greece. From lively orchestras to violinists and saxophonists, book live music to create unforgettable wedding memories with traditional and modern songs.
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Thanos Kalliris
Add magic to your wedding with the unique Thanos Kalliris and experience the authentic Greek pop of the '90s.
With a lively party full of energy, Thanos will bring fun and dance, making your night unforgettable! You will enjoy favorite songs and everyone will become a big group on the dance floor.
Contact us to create an unforgettable night full of romance and fun with your loved ones!
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One Cello 'n' A Half
Προτείνεται από 4 Επαγγελματίες
•(2)•Athens
Price Range:600.0€ - €
Your perfect soundtrack with string duo One Cello 'N' a Half
Every special moment deserves an unforgettable soundtrack. Based in Athens, Greece, our violin and cello duo, One Cello ‘N’ a Half, featuring Faidon Vriniotis on violin and Maria Mazaraki-Ainianos on cello, brings a unique blend of artistry, elegance, and emotion to your most cherished occasions.
From luxury weddings in Athens to intimate ceremonies on the romantic Greek islands, our performances set the perfect tone for any celebration. Whether you’re planning a wedding ceremony, a cocktail hour, a vow renewal, or even a marriage proposal, we create a musical journey that will stay in your hearts forever.
Nostalgia Music Events
Προτείνεται από 2 Επαγγελματίες
•(0)•Athens
Price Range:600.0€ - 2000.0€
Nostalgia means looking back pleasantly on something from the past, so we want you to feel nostalgic about the event that we dressed up musically for you!
The Nostalgia Music Group consists of full time musicians, with many years of experience in the field of music covering Social/Corporate Events.
A key feature of our repertoire is its adaptability to the needs of each event: light folk, folk, traditional and even disco!
The Band Consists of the Following Members:
Stefanos Vryniotis: Bouzouki - Singing
Periklis Malakates: Guitar / Bass - Singing
Tonia Liodi: Singing
Glykeria Androniadou: Singing
Filippos Pahnistis: Keys - Singing
Georgia Hatzimpalasi: Tenor Saxophone - Singing
Chysa Areze: Violin
Depending on the needs of your event you can choose one of the following formations:
Nostalgia 2/4 Duo: Bouzouki - Singing & Guitar - Singing
Nostalgia 3/4 Trio: Bouzouki - Singing, Guitar - Singing & Keys - Singing or Bouzouki - Singing, Guitar - Singing & Female Singer
Nostalgia 4/4 Quartet+ : Bouzouki - Singing, Guitar - Singing, Keys - Singing & Female Singer plus any other addition you may wish (Violin, Klarinet, Laouto etc)
*** NEW ΑDDITION ***
Besides your Main Event in your wedding Reception, we are fully capable of offering a unique music experience to your guests during the Welcome Drink / After Wedding Cocktail part of the day:
Nostalgia 3/4 Trio: Bass, Piano & Bouzouki.
Nostalgia 4/4 Quartet: Aerophone (Wood / Brass), Bass, Piano & Bouzouki.
Nostalgia 4+ Quintet: Cajon, Aerophone (Wood / Brass), Bass, Piano & Bouzouki.
Brass Aerophones: Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone.
Wooden Aerophones: Clarinet, Bassoon, Oboe, Flute.
The Welcome Drinks / After Wedding Cocktail music is an instrumental song mix of Well Known Greek Composers such as: Manos Hadjidakis, Mikis Theodorakis, Mimis Plessas, Stavros Xarchakos, Giorgos Zampetas, Giorgos Chatzinassios, Stavros Kouyioumtzis and many more, some of them might even be altered in a more "jazzy" - "swing" upbeat mood!
We can also provide the sound equipment up to a specific number of guests.
Fabulous Vi
•(0)•Athens
Price Range:1200.0€ - 2500.0€
We are the Fabulous VI! The ultimate band that will bring your event to life!
We play favorite Greek and foreign hits from the golden music decades of the 80s and 90s, always aiming to create non-stop fun and unforgettable moments, through different genres of music. Pop meets disco, rock and funk and the result is an explosive live!
With our energy and humor, we are the ideal choice for weddings, corporate events, christening and birthdays.
A "Blast From The Past" that will make you dance, sing, laugh, get nostalgic and let's all become a great company in your every happy moment!
Get ready for music, dancing and fun that you will never forget!
And YES it's fun! And YES, it's a party! And YES, finally admit it, we ALL love the 80's and 90's!
Rock on, pop up, dance 'til you drop and always STAY FABULOUS!!!
*The band has 6 members: Male and Female vocalists, drums, bass, keyboards and electric guitar.
Tasos Sarioglou
Προτείνεται από 3 Επαγγελματίες
•(1)•Corfu
Price Range:400.0€ - 2000.0€
Allow us to introduce you to Tasos Sarioglou, a highly talented professional saxophonist with a passion for making weddings unforgettable. With years of experience playing at weddings and other events, Tasos knows exactly how to set the mood with his smooth lounge soul jazz tunes during the welcome drink or dinner and how to get the party started with high-energy party music that gets everyone on the dance floor.
So, if you're looking to add a touch of elegance and excitement to your wedding celebration, don't hesitate to book now!
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You can reach out to Tasos via his Instagram or Facebook pages, by email, or WhatsApp. Tasos will be happy to answer any questions you may have, provide samples of his music, and work with you to create a customized playlist that perfectly fits your wedding.
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Maria Papadopoulou - Marvi
Προτείνεται από 1 Επαγγελματίες
•(3)•Thessaloniki
Price Range:350.0€ - €
The melodies of the violin are the right "decoration" for the beautiful moments of a wedding. With many years of experience in the Classical, but also in the Electric Violin, Maria can create the right atmosphere for your wedding. He travels all over Greece, but also abroad (Hungary, Cyprus) and offers a unique Violin Show.
your preferences, to accompany the entrance of the bride, the dinner of the guests, the first dance of the couple, but also the party.
Because every event is unique, do not hesitate to contact her via email, Instagram, What's App, Viber and discuss your ideas and wishes for the your special day.
Arieta Violinist
•(2)•Athens
Price Range:300.0€ - €
When planning a wedding or special event, every detail matters and choosing the right music is not an exeption, but a deeply personal decision..
Arieta is a highly trained and experienced violinist, starting her music studies at the age of 6. With years of performance experience in weddings, private events and corporate functions, Arieta understands the importance of creating the perfect atmosphere. She takes pride in working close with her clients, ensuring every expectation is exceeded.
Whether you are envisioning a romantic classical performance, contemporary favorites, or a custom selection of songs that reflect your unique style, Arieta brings a wide-ranging repertoire to suit any occasion. From the first note to the last, she ensures that every performance is seamless, elegant, and tailored to your vision!
Let her take you to a unique musical journey by adding a special element of beauty and sophistication to your event, leaving you and your guests with lasting memories!
Babis Prodromidis Saxophone / Clarinet
•(1)•Thessaloniki
Price Range:250.0€ - 3000.0€
CHARALAMPOS (BABIS) PRODROMIDIS PERSONAL DETAILS Address: OMHROY 10 Mobile: XXXXXXXX / XXXXXXXX NEA EUKARPIA E-Mail: XXXXXXXX 56429 Nationality: Greek THESSALONIKI/GREECE Date of birth: 16 April 1974 Military Obligations: Completed EDUCATION 1998: Thessaloniki Conservatory “NEO ODEIO” Degree of HARMONY (8,5) 1999: Thessaloniki Conservatory “NEO ODEIO” Saxophone Diploma (10) 2004: Berklee college of music - Summer School, Perugia Italy. 2006: Thessaloniki Conservatory “KENTRIKO ODEIO” Degree of COUNTERPOINT (9.5) 2007: Thessaloniki Conservatory “KENTRIKO ODEIO” Degree of ORCHESTRATION (9.5) 2009: Thessaloniki Conservatory “KENTRIKO ODEIO” Degree of FUGUE (10) SEMINARS 1995: Ovidiu Caplescu - Paidopolis , Kavala. 2004: Greg Badolato - Perugia, Italy. 2004: Ron Savage - Perugia, Italy. 2006: Chico Freeman - Thessaloniki . 2006: Eric Alexander - Thessaloniki. 2014: Diego Rivera (Michigan state University) Thessaloniki. WORK EXPERIENCE Founding member of the Association of Professional Saxophone Musicians of Greece. 2015-2020 Art Director of Arnaia and Ierissos municipal music schools (Khalkidhiki/Greece). 2004-2008 Saxophone teacher for a number of years in the public Music schools of Thessaloniki, Serres, and Katerini . 2004-2021 Conductor in the Philharmonic Band of the Municipality of Ierissos and Stratoni. 2004-2009 Teacher of music Theory and Traditional Clarinet and Harmony at the Conservatory of the Municipality of Toroni (Khalkidhiki). 2004-2009 Teacher of Traditional Clarinet at Thessaloniki conservatory " Symfonia odeio”. 2009-2011 Saxophone teacher at the Municipal Conservatory of Kavala. 2007-2009 Saxophone and wind instruments teacher at Athens Conservatory “Thalis” . 2010-2011 Teacher of Saxophone at Thessaloniki conservatory " Xorodeio ”. 2009-2013 Teacher of Saxophone at Thessaloniki conservatory " Neo Odeio ”. 2012-2017 Teacher of Saxophone at Kavala conservatory "Odeio Neapolis ”. 2013-2019 Teacher of Saxophone at Thessaloniki conservatory " Melodia Odeio ”. Collaborations with many well-known artists in Greece such as S. Kraounakis, K. Makedonas, K. Kouka, N. Lotsari V. Lekkas and many others around Greece in many concerts, music halls , theaters and tv shows from 2000 till today . Also has participated playing all Saxophones flute and clarinet in many recordings in music studios in Athens Thessaloniki and other cities in Greece mainly but also in abroad with Musicversal and other music producers from abroad . From 2016 he is Endorser of world famous saxophone mouthpieces DAVE GUARDALA and specifically that produces these Nadir Saxwind company Based in Germany . In 2021 Participated as a saxophonist in the Hollywood movie "The Enforcer" starring Antonio Banderas and Kate Bosworth. Compositions: From 2020 he started writing and presenting his own compositions, samples of which can be found on his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/babisprodromidis/videos such as .. APOCALYPSIS, GENESIS, ANAGENESIS, ARMENIAN RAPSODY etc .. In conclusion he has Participate in Municipal Philharmonic Orchestras: Kavala, Kilkis, Kalamaria (Thessaloniki), Ierissos as well as a member of the military philharmonic orchestra of Kilkis and Kavala during the military service. In addition, for many years he organizes all kinds of events such as weddings, grand openings etc., providing audio coverage and all kinds of other services that are necessary for the organization with all kinds of music in collaboration with renowned artists. Also he is working almost 20 years - mainly in most well-known 5 star hotels and casino of Greece ( Sani resort & IKOS , Miragio , Pomegranate, Hyatt Regency etc. ) - playing solo with his backing tracks or with a band having over 700 songs available in his playlist , with any kind of style with international and Greek songs .Many of these tracks have been made in his own home studio. ADDITIONAL SKILLS SOFTWARE: - User of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and music professional software as Cubase, Band in a Box, SoundForge, Sibelius, OBS, Vegas Pro, Pinnacle studio and many others for professional music and video production mainly. LANGUAGES: - English: Fluent (lower) – Through my career I have used English in all business circumstances and was also mandatory in all courses at my postgraduate studies. INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES Sport activities such as Cycling and basketball. Painting. REFERENCES Available on request.
Eva Sakellari
•(1)•Athens
Price Range:550.0€ - 2500.0€
Eva Sakellari is the perfect choice for your cocktail reception and wedding party! Her unique style, her classy look and her energy on stage are the perfect way to get the fun going on such a special moment. Her playlist combines one-of-a-kind covers, upbeat songs and makes one of the stronger ingredients in the recipe for an unforgettable event. The cocktail reception starts with well-known soul and jazz instrumental music and songs, which is just what the crowd wants to get in the mood. Then the party starts with hits by Aretha Franklin, Frank Sinatra, Amy Winehouse, Pharrell Williams, ABBA, Donna Summer, Elvis Presley and many more, changed to suit her own individual style and sound. The playlist consists of covers of all-time-favorite songs like “Fly Me To The Moon”, “Sweet Child Of Mine”, “I Feel Good”, “Move Over”, “Careless Whisper”, “Rock Around The Clock” and more modern ones like "All About That Bass", "Uptown Funk", "Rehab", "Price Tag" and can be made even more personal by including some requests by the bride and groom. If asked, it may also include popular covers of all-time-classic Greek hits both old and new. Eva and her band are available both locally and abroad. The style I play is soul, funk, pop, disco, jazz and rock and roll. I am available for any questions you may have!
Ορχήστρα Γάμου Emajore
Προτείνεται από 1 Επαγγελματίες
•(2)•Thessaloniki
Price Range:400.0€ - 1500.0€
Greek Wedding Band The most suitable band for your wedding with guaranteed fun that you will definitely remember for many years is here !! A strong team of professional musicians - singers, organized just the way you would like it, will justify this choice! *Our main goal is never to leave the dance floor empty! *Possibility of additional instruments: clarinet, violin, tambourine, etc ... LINKS https://youtu.be/hvY28z1gtLQ https://youtu.be/nAQFxEpFrU4 https://youtu.be/mrU4Ez3Juzw
Πολύμνια Κοτσώνη
•(1)•Crete - Chania
Price Range:300.0€ - 1000.0€
My name is Polymnia Kotsoni, and I've been singing for as long as I can remember. I've been working as a professional singer for the past 5 years, and since last summer, I've been specializing as a singer in weddings. I offer various options for couples who want me to sing at their wedding, (with my guitar and backing tracks, as a duet with a pianist or as a full band), so I'd be happy to get in touch for more information!
Greece Wedding Music Guide
Music forms the heartbeat of any Greek wedding, infusing every moment with vibrant energy. Whether you envision lively folk melodies played by a local band from Thessaloniki or a mix of international hits spun by a DJ in Athens, choosing the right entertainment—be it a full band, a saxophonist, or a hybrid setup—can truly define your celebration.
Entertainment Options
A live band brings genuine passion, using instruments like the bouzouki, violin, or clarinet to set the stage for traditional dances such as the kalamatiano and syrtos. In contrast, a DJ provides a seamless flow of Greek and global hits, ensuring there’s never a lull. Many couples opt for a combination: perhaps booking a wedding band during dinner for an intimate performance, then switching to a DJ for the late-night party vibe.
Popular Musical Styles & Traditions
Greek weddings often spotlight folk (dimotika), laïko, and regional dances that unite guests of all ages. Merging these with contemporary pop, rock, or even R&B creates a balanced setlist. For instance, you might start with beloved Greek circle dances to warm up the crowd, then pivot to upbeat international tracks as the evening ramps up.
Music Throughout the Day
- Ceremony: In Orthodox churches, only psalms are permitted inside. However, for civil ceremonies or preludes, a solo saxophonist or violinist can provide a melodic welcome for arriving guests.
- Cocktail Hour: Soft jazz, acoustic covers, or a gentle sax solo can maintain a relaxed atmosphere while attendees mingle and enjoy refreshments.
- Dinner: Low-key background music, whether from a DJ or a smaller ensemble, allows guests to converse comfortably and sets the scene for toasts or a heartfelt first dance.
- Reception: The dance floor comes alive with festive Greek folk tunes, laïko hits, and international favorites, ensuring continuous celebration.
Equipment, Budget & Practical Considerations
DJs in Greece typically charge between €300 and €1,500, while a live band (4–6 members) can range from €1,000 to €2,000+. Pricing depends on the group’s profile, any additional specialists (like a saxophonist), and travel costs—especially if you’re hosting on an island such as Santorini. Confirm whether the package includes sound equipment, lighting, and any PA systems needed for larger venues.
Booking & Coordination
It’s wise to secure your music vendor about 9–12 months in advance, particularly for popular summer Saturdays. Discuss any must-play or do-not-play requests, and coordinate set times with your wedding planner and venue. Ensure the transition from cocktail hour to dinner and then to the late-night dancing is effortless. Also, ask about noise restrictions, as many venues impose quieter volumes past midnight.
In short, whether you hire a full wedding band from Athens, a skilled DJ, or a balanced fusion of both, music will become the driving force behind your Greek wedding’s ambiance. Invest in entertainment that resonates with your style and watch as your celebration turns into a cherished memory for all.
Greece Wedding Music FAQ
How early should we book our music vendor?
Ideally, reserve your DJ or live band 9–12 months in advance, particularly if you’re planning a summer weekend celebration in Athens, Thessaloniki, or on a popular island. Off-peak dates might offer more flexible booking windows.
What are the typical costs?
A DJ in Greece generally charges between €300 and €1,500. Live wedding bands (4–6 members) cost around €1,000–€2,000+, depending on reputation and travel expenses—such as performing on Santorini or Mykonos. If you add special elements like a saxophonist or violinist, expect a slightly higher price.
Should we choose a live band or a DJ?
A live band provides an authentic, high-energy show with traditional Greek flair, perfect for dances like the kalamatiano or syrtos. Meanwhile, a DJ can seamlessly cover multiple genres without breaks. Some couples combine both—a live band during dinner, then a DJ for an upbeat after-party.
How can we incorporate traditional Greek elements?
Ask your vendor to include circle dances such as the syrtos or zeibekiko, and incorporate laïko or dimotika tunes alongside modern pop or rock. This blend ensures all generations feel connected.
Do we need to provide meals for the musicians?
Yes. Whether you hire a full band, a DJ, or individual musicians (e.g., a saxophonist), it’s standard to offer meals and drinks. They often arrive early for setup and stay late to pack down.
How long is the music set typically?
Most packages include 5–6 hours. Live bands typically perform sets of about 45–50 minutes with short breaks. DJs can play continuously, but confirm any overtime fees if your event runs later than planned.
Are there any noise or time restrictions?
Many Greek venues enforce reduced volume after 11:00 PM or midnight, especially in residential areas. Always check with your venue to ensure compliance.
Can we provide a playlist?
Absolutely. DJs and bands welcome must-play and do-not-play lists to better tailor the night to your preferences while still reading the crowd.
What about music during the ceremony?
In Orthodox churches, only psalms or approved hymns are typically performed. For civil ceremonies, you can include live instruments, like violin or saxophone, for a personal touch during the processional and recessional.
Why is investing in good music important?
A talented band or DJ sets the tone for your entire wedding, drawing guests onto the dance floor and crafting long-lasting memories. By investing in quality entertainment, you ensure a celebration your friends and family will talk about for years.