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Ben Simcox Music
- Camp Hill, PA
- Singing Guitarist
- Travels up to 90 miles
- Starting at $125/hr and free quotes for your event
Overview
Combining acoustic guitar & dynamic vocals with a touch of harmonica & light percussion, I perform customized covers (575+ songs) & inspired originals to enhance (not dominate) any venue. From oldies, folk, classic rock & country, to 70s, 80s, & 90s through today, I play a wide variety of music designed to facilitate conversation and connection. Whether it's a wedding, corporate event, private party, or public venue, I look forward to serving you and your guests!
Please contact me at your convenience. I look forward to connecting with you! -Ben
- I also specialize in DJ/playlist music and MC services
- 575+ cover songs in set list
30 Reviews
I hate writing reviews so this will be brief. Our usual band wasn't available and we were in a bind. Ben responded to our request on Gig Salad very quickly. We checked out his videos on line and were shocked that he would be available on short notice. He coordinated with us ahead of time, showed up on time, had a great play list, and then cleaned up and left. We had several guests complement us on the musician selection. We will definitely hire him again.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Jay once again for hiring me! I had a great time providing music for you and all of your friends and family and you put on an amazing party. I look forward to connecting with you again soon! -Ben
Ben was absolutely an amazing addition to our wedding. Ben performed for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour and was FANTASTIC! He was extremely professional from our initial contact all the way through. I never had to worry about Ben responding to any questions that I had along the way leading up to our wedding. Ben is so very talented. He performed a wide range of music for us, and everyone just loved it! If you are looking for someone for your next event, look no further than Ben Simcox music. You won’t regret your decision! Thank you, Ben, for making our wedding day even better than we thought it could be!
Singing Guitarist, Cover Band
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Heather and I really enjoyed getting to know you guys and providing music for you and your friends and family. It was such a beautiful and meaningful wedding and my absolute pleasure to be a part of. Blessings to you guys! -Ben
We recently had Ben provide entertainment at a charity golf tournament we hold each year. He came in the morning and DJ’d during the entire tournament, and then provided entertainment during the party that is held afterwards. We had so many compliments from the attendees that we signed him immediately for next year’s tournament. He was very interested in the tournament itself and helped us out quite a bit. Ben is talented, personable and a true professional. We highly recommend him for any event you are holding. THE SAM GITT MEMORIAL
Singing Guitarist, DJ
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Kelly for your kind words and for including me in this. You did an awesome job with everything, and I really enjoyed being a part of such an amazing event. I'm already looking forward to next year! -Ben
Ben was simply amazing and helped to make our wedding day absolutely perfect! From learning two specific songs that had significant meaning to us, to being able to read the audience and provide beautiful music that was appreciated by everyone, he was the best! We would highly recommend Ben to anyone seeking an event singer. We are already looking forward to hearing him play in the near future at a local venue!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Nicole once again for inviting me to be a part of your special day...and what an especially intimate and meaningful day it was! I had a great time providing music for you guys and also meeting your friends and family. I look forward to seeing you guys again soon! -Ben
It was an absolute pleasure working with Ben. He was very responsive to our needs while also helping me to understand better how he could best serve our event. Ben was easy to communicate with leading up to and during our event. His talent as a "one man band" was of the highest quality and his singing was perfect for our reception. I would have zero hesitations recommending Ben for an event.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks Ryan once again for hiring me and it was my pleasure and honor to provide music for your conference event. I very much enjoyed meeting you and the others in attendance and I hope to connect again sometime in the future. Blessings!
We hired Ben to play for a corporate grand opening event and we were SO pleased with his service.
Ben was extremely professional and quick to respond to all our inquiries, making our planning process smooth and stress-free. His performance was outstanding and we received many positive comments from our guests about how much they enjoyed his music.
We would definitely consider having Ben back from future events and highly recommend him to anyone seeking to hire a live musician.
Ben is an absolute GEM! He is incredibly kind, talented, and has a clear passion for music. He graciously learned my preferred song to walk down the aisle to (Better Together by Jack Johnson), as well as our first dance song so we could have our dance to live music during cocktail hour. While I watched a few videos online before hiring him, I was completely blown away by experiencing his music live, in-person. He was an absolute highlight for our day and our guests are still singing his praises!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Sydney and it was my pleasure and honor to provide music for you and Jake. What a beautiful wedding and I very much enjoyed meeting your amazing family and friends as well. Blessings to you guys and don't hesitate to reach out in the future with any live music needs!
Ben is a gifted guitarist, very easy to work with and attuned to his audience.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks again Rebecca for choosing me and I very much enjoyed providing music for you and all of your friends and family. It was a beautiful rehearsal dinner and I was honored to be a part of it!
Single best wedding decision in the choice of Ben Simcox for my daughter's wedding music. He performed processional/recessional/hymns at the small chapel ceremony (with his mother on keyboard), played acoustic for the outside cocktail hour and then DJ'd the reception for 150 people @Bluestone Estates.
From beginning to end, he was passionate, inspirational and informative with his ideas, organized, responsive and professional. He catered directly to our desires in playlists, inclusive music for all ages, and the dance floor was full the entire evening. We are so thankful to have found Ben. LOOK NO FURTHER!
DJ, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Kristen for your kind words and for hiring me. It was my absolute pleasure and honor to provide music for you all and I really enjoyed helping to make Megan's special day as meaningful and amazing as possible. What an absolutely beautiful wedding it was.
Blessings to you all and I hope to connect again in the future! -Ben
Ben did an excellent job at my wedding! From his live singing to ensuring the sound systems were working properly, it was a pleasure to have him there for our big day. Ben was flexible, easygoing, and very detail-oriented with the timeline of the day. It was such a relief to have him handling all the music and microphones. Everyone loved his live singing, and everything went perfectly!
DJ, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Erin and I thoroughly enjoyed helping to make your wedding as beautiful as it was. Such an enjoyable, relaxing, and meaningful day. You did an amazing job with everything and thanks again for hiring me as your wedding musician. Blessings to you guys! -Ben
We hired Ben for an outdoor fundraising event. His communication was great throughout the planning stages and the price was very fair. He was the perfect choice for entertainment during the dinner portion of this event as we only received positive feedback. Thumbs up to the harmonica, also!
Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks again Brandon for choosing me for your event. I had a great time providing music for everyone in attendance and you did an amazing job with everything!
The Northeast Summit was made even more memorable thanks to the incredible performance by Ben Simcox. Ben was an absolute delight to work with, showcasing his talent and professionalism throughout the event. He played a fantastic mix of music that perfectly suited the atmosphere of the summit, ensuring that there was something for everyone to enjoy.
His flexibility was particularly commendable; Ben adapted seamlessly when our presentation unexpectedly ran over time, maintaining the event's flow without any disruption. Furthermore, his ability to engage with the audience was remarkable. He didn't just perform; he connected with the crowd, making everyone feel a part of the experience.
Whether for a large gathering or a more intimate event, Ben Simcox is a performer who truly knows how to command a crowd and deliver a stellar musical experience. We wholeheartedly recommend him for any event looking for a top-notch musical act.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Mike for your kind words. I very much enjoyed providing music for your event and it was a pleasure connecting with everyone in attendance. Also, I look forward to providing music for you again in the future.
Thanks again Mike! -Ben
Ben was such a bright point of our wedding. We had over half of our guests come up to us asking where we found him and if he could do their events. He made the focus entirely on my husband and I and did everything we asked with ZERO issues. We couldn’t be happier having him be apart of our big day.
We wanted a subtle vibe with live music and Ben was able to conform to exactly that. The music was beautiful, people thought our first dance song was being played from a playlist but it was live. Not only was the music great but he was the easiest vendor to deal with. Flexible, willing to help, and attentive. Ben was absolutely incredible. Thank you so much!!!!
Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Katey and it was my absolute pleasure to get to know you and Reid and provide music for you and your friends and family. What a special day it was and I felt so honored to be a part of it. Thanks again for choosing me and blessings to you guys! -Ben
Ben Simcox was an amazing addition to our event. He provided music for our 3 hour event and performed music that appealed to the diversity of our guests ages and musical tastes. Ben is talented, friendly, responsive, flexible, and very professional. I would not hesitate to hire him again. You will not regret choosing Ben for your event.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks again David and I very much enjoyed providing music for you and your guests!
Very personable and genuine! Ben delivered on everything promised and did an outstanding job! I would highly recommend using him again.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Shawn and it was my pleasure providing music for you and your friends and family. You did a great job with everything and I had a great time. I look forward to connecting again! -Ben
Ben was a fantastic DJ for our wedding! During the planning process he was responsive and professional. We had him do live music (guitar and singing) during dinner, and it was so incredible it sounded like a flawless recording. His live music created magic during dinner, really setting the romantic tone. Then during the reception, Ben did a great job getting everyone dancing and having a good time! He really knows his art and we highly recommend him!!
DJ, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Abigail! It was absolutely my pleasure and honor to serve you and your friends and family. I had a great time and I'm so glad everyone else did as well. What a special day it was! Blessings to you guys! -Ben
Just right for a venue with bad acoustics.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks again Ken! I really enjoyed playing for your event and I look forward to providing music for you again! -Ben
Ben was exactly what we were hoping for! He kept our students entertained while providing a full set of music at a level that allowed conversation and socialization. He was the perfect addition to the event and was very easy to work with! Will definitely bring back in the future!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks again Nick for choosing me to provide music. I had a great time performing for and interacting with the college students and I look forward to your next event! -Ben
Ben was hired to perform (aka: play music) at a private party at the Carlisle Ribbon Mill. He was professional, prompt, and provided the music he communicated he would. We will be using him again for our next private party! The guests loved his songs. It was an older audience in attendance and the volume he had the music set at was perfect for the space. Nothing was too loud or distracting. I would have no hesitation using him again or recommending him to others. Well done Ben! Thank you for everything that evening.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Holly for having me and I really enjoyed providing music for you all. You did and amazing job with everything and I look forward to playing for you again! -Ben
Ben Simcox!
Amazing! Flexible! Eclectic!
We put on a 4th of July party this year and had well over 100 people at our event. Ben came down, set up and the crowd loved him, his music and his vibe! He knew exactly what to play for the crowd, watched their reactions and adjusted as necessary to keep everyone in the right mood!
Ben is a very warm and friendly musician/human/person! Everyone was talking about him and his music for days after our event.
Can’t recommend Ben more for any type of party/event/get-together!
Cover Band, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Shane for your kind words and for including me in your event. You did an amazing job and I really enjoyed providing music and connecting with everyone!
We are very happy we hired Ben for our graduation event! He had a wide selection of songs on his set list. All the guests enjoyed his talents as much as we did. Ben was very personable and incredibly talented. We look forward to having him back for future events.
Singing Guitarist
We hired Ben to play live music and DJ our wedding. He’s incredibly accommodating, working with us along the way, and then he handled the event flawlessly. Ben had plenty of helpful suggestions to guide us through the process of getting ready for our big day. We knew we didn’t have to worry about the musical aspect, because he had it all under control. We had plenty of people asking about him because he did such a great job. Our wedding had a very chill vibe and Ben‘s down to earth personality fit perfectly.
Ben is an absolutely fantastic and talented musician playing the guitar, harmonica, cymbal and bass drum while singing and putting his own spin on songs. We now go to establishments just to see him. I’d highly recommend Ben for any event!
Sean & Tammy
DJ, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Sean and it was my pleasure and honor to provide music for you guys! What a fun and meaningful day it was. I hope to see you guys again soon!
Ben played at my parent’s 40th wedding anniversary party and was amazing! He has a wide range of music and played a great mix of oldies/classics, 80’s, 90’s, and today’s hits. He setup well ahead of the start time, and played for the entire 3 hour party! There were lots of compliments from our guests on his performance. Highly recommend him for your music entertainment needs!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Kristen and Kyle and it was my pleasure to provide music for such a special occasion as your parents' 40th. You guys did a great job with everything and your family and friends seemed to really enjoy themselves. Thanks again!
Ben has an incredible song list, a great voice and is very easy to work with. We hired him for a volunteer appreciation dinner of over 200 people. He was great. More than a few people noted his contact number. Worth every penny!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks again Martha for hiring me and I really enjoyed providing music for you and everyone in attendance. You did an amazing job with everything!
Ben was very professional, easy to work with and extremely talented! We hired him to sing at our daughters 40th birthday party, Ben’s music was the cherry on top of a great event!
Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Michelle and I had a great time providing music and connecting with everyone. You have an awesome group of family and friends and I look forward to future events!
Ben was great. His choice of music was great and he gave my wife options on song choices. He sang with confidence and kindness, compassion and versatility. In short I would absolutely without a doubt hire him again! I give him an A+!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thank you Dave and I really enjoyed playing for you and your wife and friends. I'm so glad you enjoyed the music and thanks again for choosing me!
I can not say enough good things about my experience working with Ben. From day one, the time Ben spent with me developing my vision for my wedding, I felt so secure in knowing we made the right decision. I loved that we were able to brain storm and make the day truly unique for me. The day of the wedding was more than what I could have have planned and asked for! Timeline, timing of music, not to mention the playlist, HIS VOICE, everything was perfect! I couldn’t have asked for a better person to trust and deliver for our wedding day. Ben was the absolute best! His personality, communication, timeliness, knowledge of music/weddings… I could go on. His musical talent was raved about from all of our guests which speaks volumes. I wish I could rate with more stars. THANK YOU BEN!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Katlyn for including me in your special day. It was an honor to provide music for your wedding and I really enjoyed connecting with you guys and your awesome family and friends. The temperatures were a bit chilly outside but you all created an amazingly warm, inviting, and fun atmosphere. Thanks again Katlyn and all the best to you both!
Ben played at my daughters micro wedding, held in our backyard, during Covid. He is a wonderful musician. Everyone raved about his voice and music. I found him to be so accommodating, generous and kind. He decided to join us for the rehearsal so my daughter would be more comfortable. He knows thousands of songs and willingly takes requests. Ben is professional, punctual and you will not find anyone better for a small wedding or shower.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Katie and it was a joy and honor to be a part of your special day. Thank you for choosing me as your musician!
Ben is a great musician - very talented! He was able to fit both settings for our full night of activities. He provided an acoustic set for our dinner hour and also set-up a "dj station" for the later part of the night to fit the change to more of a party setting. He was a huge help with other things that didn't even involve music. He went above and beyond to help make sure our night was perfect! I would highly recommend him for any event.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Chelsea and I really enjoyed providing music for your event. You did a great job with everything as well!
I can not say enough good things about Ben. His personality, communication, timeliness, knowledge of music/weddings are top notch. He helped me feel confident in our wedding day schedule and music choices. His musical talent was raved about from all of our guests. His song choices, voice, guitar, harmonica and drum were filled with such talent that I was a relaxed bride the entire day. He truly helped make my day one I’ll never forget. He was very personable to me and my guests. He was amazing with the children and has a gift of “feeling the vibe” of the crowd. He definitely pleased everyone. 10/5 stars. Would highly recommend Ben for any musical needs!!!!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ben Simcox Music:
Thanks so much Rachael! It was my pleasure to serve you and your amazing friends and family. I'm so glad everyone enjoyed themselves and the music on a truly a special day. Congratulations once again!
Booking Info
Price Range: Starting at $125/hr and free quotes for your event
Gig Length: 60 - 360 minutes
What to Expect
The more communication the better. Email, text, messenger, etc. are all good but as a verbal processor I prefer to connect by phone as well. I look forward to learning more about you and your interests/needs and sharing about me and my services in order to provide you with the best possible fit for your event.
About
I could write a novel here but just to sum it up...I've been involved with music all of my life and I look forward to providing you and your guests with the most memorable and meaningful live music experience possible.
Additional Booking Notes
Large or small, outdoors or inside, I have several different sound system options to fit your needs. For weddings I oftentimes use a different system for each space (ceremony, cocktail hr, receptions, etc.).
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
October 19, 2024 • 9:30am - 12:30pm | Grand Opening |
September 01, 2024 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Cocktail Party |
July 18, 2024 • 2:00pm - 5:00pm | Corporate Event |
May 04, 2024 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
January 13, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Christmas Party |
November 14, 2023 • 11:30am - 12:30pm | Campus Event |
June 24, 2023 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm | Graduation |
June 10, 2023 • All-day event | wedding gig |
May 20, 2023 • All-day event | wedding gig |
May 13, 2023 • 12:00am - 3:00pm | Grad |
February 19, 2023 • 2:30pm - 2:45pm | Birthday Party |
December 02, 2022 • 4:00pm - 11:30pm | Crostwater gig 6:30-8:30pm |
October 21, 2022 • 4:00pm - 11:30pm | Crostwater gig 6:30-8:30pm |
October 20, 2022 • 3:30pm - 11:30pm | Wedding party 6:30-9:30 |
October 08, 2022 • 12:00am - 3:00pm | Broad St Market 10:30am-1pm |
October 07, 2022 • 4:00pm - 11:30pm | Calvary UM gig 5-7 |
October 04, 2022 • All-day event | Sophia's gig 6-8pm |
September 27, 2022 • All-day event | THEA gig 6-8pm |
September 24, 2022 • 12:00am - 5:00pm | Hershey Vineyard gig 12-3pm |
September 23, 2022 • 12:00am - 3:00pm | Broad St Market |
September 20, 2022 • All-day event | Sophia's gig 6-8pm |
September 13, 2022 • All-day event | THEA gig 6-8pm |
September 10, 2022 • 12:00am - 3:00pm | Broad St. Market 10:30am-1pm |
September 09, 2022 • 4:00pm - 11:30pm | Crostwater gig |
September 06, 2022 • All-day event | Sophia's gig 6-8pm |
September 03, 2022 • All-day event | Wedding gig |
September 02, 2022 • All-day event | Broad St Mark 11am-1pm, Hook&Flask 7-10pm |
August 30, 2022 • All-day event | THEA gig 6-8pm |
August 27, 2022 • 12:00am - 3:30pm | Broad St Market gig 10:30-1pm |
August 24, 2022 • 4:30pm - 11:30pm | WSCC gig 7-9:30pm |
August 23, 2022 • All-day event | Sophia's gig 6-8pm |
August 16, 2022 • All-day event | THEA gig 6-8pm |
August 13, 2022 • All-day event | Lancaster Vintage Revival Market 10am-2pm |
August 12, 2022 • 4:00pm - 11:30pm | Calvary UM gig 5-7 |
August 09, 2022 • All-day event | Sophia's gig 6-8pm |
August 03, 2022 • All-day event | JoJos gig 7-9pm |
August 02, 2022 • All-day event | THEA gig 6-8pm |
July 30, 2022 • All-day event | Hershey Vineyard 12-3, private gig in evening |
July 29, 2022 • All-day event | Broad St. Market 11am-1pm, SGArcona 5-7pm |
July 28, 2022 • All-day event | Allenberry 6-9pm |
July 26, 2022 • All-day event | Sophia's gig 6-8pm |
July 23, 2022 • All-day event | Broad Street Market 11am-1pm then private event |
Set List
I perform a wide variety of music from various genres in order to connect with the most people. However, I also cater my music to your preferences and I'm happy to learn new songs for your event. I have over 350 songs in my set list which I would be happy to share with you.