Wedding music · Des Moines, Iowa

Wedding singer
& guitarist.

Your wedding deserves more than a playlist. Ted Gaunt is a Des Moines singer, songwriter and guitarist who brings warm, live acoustic music — from Johnny Cash and George Strait to Zach Bryan and Chris Stapleton — to weddings and rehearsal dinners across Iowa and the Midwest.

Live music for every part of the day

Talk with Ted about music for your ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner or reception. He plays 2 to 4 hour sets with short breaks and builds the setlist around your crowd — and he'll learn a special song with advance notice.

Real weddings

Ted has played private weddings in Marion, Iowa and wedding rehearsal events in Des Moines, plus anniversary celebrations across the state.

Simple to book

Ted is a solo act with his own professional sound system, so setup is small and fits any venue — barn, backyard, winery or ballroom. Every wedding is quoted individually, with travel included.

Questions

Can Ted learn our first-dance song?

Yes. Send the song with your booking and Ted will learn it with advance notice.

How long does Ted play?

Ted plays 2 to 4 hour sets with short breaks, built around your event's schedule.

Is Ted a solo act or a band?

Ted performs solo — acoustic guitar and vocals — with his own professional sound system, so he fits anywhere from a backyard to a ballroom.

How much does it cost to hire Ted Gaunt?

Every event is quoted individually based on date, location, set length and travel. Send a booking request or call or text 515-599-0212 for a quote.

Request a quote

Check your date

Tell Ted about your event and he’ll get back to you personally with availability and a quote. Solo acoustic, 2–4 hour sets, travel included.