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If you need a highly professional yet approachable wedding musician whose number one priority is to give you the perfect entertainment experience for your special day, then Matt Rayner is the musician you need. Based in Essex, he started honing the craft at the young age of 8 years old and has now been performing live for over a decade. He provides a fully unique & customisable experience for your special day with his top priority to ensure that you and your guests are catered for when it comes to entertainment and atmosphere. For Matt, the art of performance is more than playing flawless music-it's creating an experience that will resonate, connect, and stay with you long after the final song...

Connecting with guests of any age and music preference requires a unique skillset. Whether its a lively engaging performance of popular songs to get you and your guests feet moving or more chilled, relaxing ambience of casual background music, Matt can provide it all.

Matt's musical Inspiration comes from a wide variety of styles, some of the artists include - Ed Sheeran, Queen, Elvis and The Red Hot Chili Peppers. Over the years, Matt has accumilated an eclectic reportoire of over 100+ songs. Not to mention, his ability to cater to any special requests in preparation for any event.

Every event Matt plays he treats with care, ensuring that his clients needs are met and combined with his professional selection of equipment, you can ensure that you are getting the best quality service possible.

I'll collaborate with you and your vendor team to ensure everything aligns perfectly with your vision. By responding quickly and communicating openly, we'll fine-tune every detail, creating a seamless and cohesive experience together.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Ceremony music
Cocktail/banquet music
Entertainment

What is included in the wedding package?

Customisable experiences ranging from chosen ceremony song performance, guest entrance music or up to 3 hour cocktail performances. I'd love to speak on a call or contact to discuss your requirements

How far in advance should I contact you?

Ideally at least 2 months in order to allow full preparation for your experience, however do feel free to contact me still if you have a shorter term requirement

What style of music do you offer?

Rock
Latest hits
Pop
Folk

Type of musical group:

Soloist

Size of group:

Soloist

Is it possible to request something that's not in the repertoire?

Yes of course, I will do my very best to cater for your song choices however this will require time to prepare prior to your event

What's your experience?

I started been playing music at 8 years old on a variety of instruments and I have been honing my live performance skills for over a decade now, mainly in the East Anglia area

Do you have your own equipment?

Yes

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

Yes, under cover and shade to protect my equipment and myself for longer sets

Can you travel?

Yes, essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Kent, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Surrey, London and other areas further if required

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Alone

What is the length of time of the act?

This is completely customisable to suit your requirements

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

On the day I will allow 1 hour minimum to set up prior to my performance. I always like to speak with clients/planners to ensure my performance fits in with event logistics

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

What are the forms of payment?

Bank Transfer

Reviews for Matthew Rayner Music

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Samantha Sent on 07/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful musician for our spring wedding!

We had the absolute pleasure of having Matt play at our wedding, and we truly couldn’t have asked for a more perfect musician for the day.
Matt created a beautiful, joyful atmosphere throughout the day. It was the perfect vibe for our wedding, warm & easy listening with excellent song choices.
So many of our guests came up to us throughout the day to tell us how incredible they thought he was. He clearly read the audience and played exactly what suited the mood to keep guests bobbing along all day.
If you’re looking for someone to elevate your event, we couldn’t recommend Matt more highly. He was so professional, talented and genuinely kind. He put in a huge amount of effort beforehand to ensure the event was everything we dreamed it would be. He helped make our day unforgettable & we are endlessly grateful!
- Sam & Tom Ashworth
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Brightlingsea Road, Thorrington CO7 8JH Colchester (Essex)

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