Big Bands for hire Near You

Looking for a UK big band for your special occasion?. Comprised of the best brass players across the UK, there is no better band to have everyone on their feet dancing to the timeless classics. From Glenn Miller to Amy Winehouse and current pop covers, the impact of a big band, is unbeatable. Browse 94 of the best UK big bands right here.

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Hire Junction 21 Big Band
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Big bandLeicester

A full line up 20 piece swing band with an eclectic music mix, performing for a wide range of events. Dance, sing, watch, listen, party!

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Hire Kalamazoo Dance Band
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£1200 - £1700
Big bandDerbyshire

Perfect for weddings, 40's war theme, Rat Pack - any party that requires the best in Big Band and swing music. An excellent 10 piece dance

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Hire The Royal Marines Association Dance Band
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£2100
Big bandSouthsea

A top party & function band! We've played thousands of events including performing for the Royal Family onboard HM Royal Yacht Britannia.

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Hire The Not Quite Big Band
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£4375 - £6250
Big bandManchester

15-piece big band composed of Manchester's best musicians performing a reinvented 'Rat Pack' show. Guaranteed to provide a unique experience

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Hire Electro Jazz Orchestra
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£1500 - £3000
Big bandColchester

Not your average Big Band! We are a 19 piece dynamic, exciting, modern big band.

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Hire Chris Coull Big Band
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£1250 - £2500
Big bandBrighton

Compact band with a big sound - we have played all over the UK and Europe with our own distincitve brand of jazz, swing and big band tunes.

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Hire Steve King Band
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£1250 - £2000
Big bandBirmingham

A versatile band from duo to big band performing swing, jazz, functions and weddings

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Hire 41 Degrees Big Band
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£2750 - £4125
Big bandSwindon

41º are an exciting 18-piece Big Band, in the North Wilts area.

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Hire Junction 4 Big Band
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£1250 - £2500
Big bandFleet

Junction 4 Big Band are an 18 piece big band playing swing, jazz and music from the 30's and 40's in Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire.

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Hire Kitsch Co. Big Band
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£1500 - £3500
Big bandHull

A flamboyant take on a big band classic

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Hire THE ROAMING BAND UK
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£800 - £2400
Big bandWigan

We take great songs and give them a makeover. We can perform indoors or outdoors to wherever your guests may be !

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Hire The Swing Ninjas
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£1250 - £1750
Big bandBrighton

High energy, 4-part harmony, singing swing band combing the best of New Orleans and UK swing - playing well known and original swing.

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Hire The Unswung Heroes
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£2000 - £3125
Big bandLondon

Top diverse London band, with everything from vintage covers to function classics. Over 20 lineups & nothing but 5* reviews, book now!

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Hire The Tom Swing + Soul Band
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£1140 - £3300
Big bandEastbourne

One of the most versatile & engaging acts on the music scene. Consisting of some of the most sought after professional musicians in the UK

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Hire Green Chimneys
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£1250 - £2800
Big bandLondon

A young and energetic band that guarantee to give you a night that you'll never forget.

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Hire Nick Pritchard Jazz Band
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£900 - £2450
Big bandLondon

International Jazz and Swing Singer, Nick Pritchard is one of our most sought after and highly demanded Artists.

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Hire Swing 21
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£320 - £800
Big bandBrighton

Add some atmosphere, ambience and a touch of class to your event.

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Hire Steel Pan Fusion
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From£1280
Big bandWaltham Cross

A distinctive blend of drum & bass, funk, jazz and soca that is both eclectic and progressive, creating nationwide vibes.

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Popular genres:
Pop, Tribute, Jazz
Average response time:
2 hours
Busiest times:
June, August, December

How much does it cost to hire a Big Band in the UK?

The typical price per group member for Big Bands is:
£Budget£220
££Pro£330
£££High-end£400+

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Frequently asked questions

Can any big band play my favourite song?

Professional big bands will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that big bands may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the big band's song list on their Encore profile.

How much time do big bands take to set up?

Your big band will usually arrive about an hour or so before their performance begins to set up and get settled before they start playing. To avoid any delays, make sure the performance space is ready for the big band prior to their arrival.

My venue has asked for the performer’s PLI & PAT inspection certificates. What are these?

PLI stands for Public Liability Insurance. This insurance covers damage to another person or their property (it is also known as third party insurance). As many of our big bands are members of the Musician's Union, they are already covered by PLI up to £10 million. PAT stands for portable appliance testing. Most of our big bands will already have a PAT inspection certificate for their musical equipment/PA system, which they can provide to your venue if they need it.

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