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Hire Instrumental in Cape Town

Book instrumental musicians for events across South Africa, including soloists, duos and ensembles performing jazz, classical, acoustic and contemporary music. Ideal for corporate events, weddings, background ambience and sophisticated entertainment, instrumental acts create atmosphere without overpowering conversation. Gigster connects you directly with vetted instrumental performers for seamless event booking Hire from vetted instrumental from intimate venues in the City Bowl to vineyard weddings in Constantia and the Winelands. Gigster connects you directly with the right talent for your event in Cape Town — browse profiles below and request a free quote in two minutes.

27 instrumental available in Cape Town

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William Haubrich - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

William Haubrich

Vibrant live instrumental music for events

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 6 000 – R 15 000
Sterling EQ - Musicians & Bands in Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Sterling EQ

SA's instrumental supergroup

Instrumental
Western CapeFrom R 12 000
ARIA - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

ARIA

Live electric violin woven through DJ beats - emotional depth meets electronic sophistication

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 12 000 – R 25 000
dbestsaxophonist - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

dbestsaxophonist

Clarinet and saxophone soloist elevating corporate events with 30 years of instrumental sophistication

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 4 000 – R 15 000
Lisa Bauer - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Lisa Bauer

SAMA nominated Jazz vocalist Lisa Bauer is a soulful artist with extensive performance experience in various Jazz styles.

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 7 000 – R 25 000
KaribaRimba - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

KaribaRimba

African marimba band with melodic horns

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeFrom R 7 000
Babette & Olga - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Babette & Olga

French cafe meets Cape Town streets

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeFrom R 5 000
Lynette Violinist - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Lynette Violinist

Classically trained violinist with a music degree performing at luxury events, from intimate weddings to prestigious international venues.

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 6 000 – R 20 000
Playing with Fire Sax & Guitar Duo - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Playing with Fire Sax & Guitar Duo

Warm ambient background music

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeFrom R 5 000
HomeGrown SA - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

HomeGrown SA

Proudly South African band Feel-good music, Real energy. Known for their infectious blend of feel-good grooves, jazzy R&B, and vibrant culture

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 20 000 – R 50 000
Viccy Wanliss - Musicians & Bands in Suurbraak, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Viccy Wanliss

Solo Instrumental Guitarist

Instrumental
Suurbraak, Western CapeR 2 000 – R 7 500
PLAY String Quartet - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

PLAY String Quartet

Bridgerton Style Professional String Quartet

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 12 000 – R 30 000
Marimba Jive SA - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Marimba Jive SA

Proudly African. Pure Energy.

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeFrom R 20 000
The Jazz Catz - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

The Jazz Catz

Smooth/Fusion Jazz

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 5 000 – R 15 000
Tarabu - Musicians & Bands in Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Tarabu

Dynamic gypsy jazz & world music band for live entertainment.

Instrumental
Western CapeR 5 000 – R 30 000
Davina Mortlock/ Soul Solo - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Davina Mortlock/ Soul Solo

Elevating weddings and events with timeless harp music.

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeFrom R 3 500
Riaan Steyn - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Riaan Steyn

Pianist for events

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 8 500 – R 20 000
Malika Omar - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Malika Omar

The Original and Award-Winning Classical-Fusion Pianist

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeFrom R 7 500
Fynbos Ensemble - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Fynbos Ensemble

Vibrant Classical ensemble of flute and strings offering duo, trio, quartet and more

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 6 000 – R 30 000
Duo Sterling - Musicians & Bands in Cape town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Duo Sterling

Elegant instrumental duo

Instrumental
Cape town, Western CapeR 10 000 – R 24 000
Ooh La La! Strolling French Quartet - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Ooh La La! Strolling French Quartet

Strolling French Quartet

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 5 000 – R 18 000
CueCumber Jazz - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

CueCumber Jazz

CueCumber Jazz — Smooth Cape Town grooves, timeless jazz, and unforgettable live energy for every occasion.

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 12 000 – R 30 000
Gary Sletcher - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Gary Sletcher

High energy engaging, entertaining

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 3 000 – R 15 000
Vamos - Musicians & Bands in Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Vamos

Flamenco duo made up of acclaimed SA instrumentalist with Latin speciality

Instrumental
Western CapeR 6 000 – R 12 000
MM Production - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

MM Production

Pianist and arranger who's performed with international stars and South African acts alike

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 5 000 – R 25 000
Los Gitanos - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Los Gitanos

Cape Town's one and only authentic Mariachi band

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 600 – R 25 000
Playing with Fire Balkan Gypsy Klezmer Band - Musicians & Bands in Cape Town, Western Cape
Musicians & Bands

Playing with Fire Balkan Gypsy Klezmer Band

Wacky Eastern-European dance music

Instrumental
Cape Town, Western CapeR 10 000 – R 30 000

Instrumental in Cape Town: fees and availability

27

vetted profiles serving Cape Town

R 600 – R 50 000

starting fee range

R 6 000

typical starting fee

Gigster lists 27 vetted instrumental for events in Cape Town and across Western Cape, based in Cape Town and Suurbraak. They’re most often booked for corporate events, weddings, luxury events, private celebrations and conferences.

Popular choices include William Haubrich, Sterling EQ and ARIA.

When to book: Summer (November to March) is peak season in the Western Cape, with weddings, festivals and year-end functions all competing for the same weekends. Book 3 to 4 months ahead for December and weekend wedding dates.

Instrumental in other cities

Elsewhere in Western Cape: Instrumental in Stellenbosch · Instrumental in Hermanus

Other provinces: Johannesburg · Durban · Pretoria · Sandton · Gqeberha

Or browse all instrumental across South Africa.

Common questions

Common questions about booking instrumental in Cape Town

How much does it cost to hire instrumental in Cape Town?
27 instrumental serving Cape Town list their fees on Gigster, with starting fees from R 600 up to R 50 000 and a typical starting fee of around R 6 000. Your final quote depends on the date, duration, travel and any technical requirements, so request free quotes to compare.
How many instrumental can I book in Cape Town?
27 vetted instrumental serve Cape Town and the rest of Western Cape on Gigster, including William Haubrich, Sterling EQ and ARIA.
What events are instrumental in Cape Town booked for?
Instrumental listed for Cape Town are most often booked for corporate events, weddings, luxury events, private celebrations and conferences. Filter by occasion above to see who specialises in yours.
Do instrumental from Cape Town travel to Stellenbosch and Hermanus?
Yes. This page covers talent serving all of Western Cape, with instrumental based in Cape Town and Suurbraak. Travel costs may apply for events further afield, and are shown in your quote.
When should I book instrumental in Cape Town?
Summer (November to March) is peak season in the Western Cape, with weddings, festivals and year-end functions all competing for the same weekends. Book 3 to 4 months ahead for December and weekend wedding dates.
How do I book instrumental in Cape Town?
Browse instrumental profiles on Gigster, submit a free enquiry with your event details and date, receive a detailed quote, then pay a secure deposit. Your payment is held in trust until the event is delivered — you have full protection if anything goes wrong.
Is the talent on Gigster vetted?
Yes. Every vendor on Gigster is reviewed and approved before appearing in search results. Profiles include verified reviews from real, completed bookings so you can book with confidence.

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