Brass Bands for hire in Greater Manchester

Hire a Brass band in Greater Manchester for your event. Whether you’re looking for stirring trumpets for your wedding, or punchy Bavarian brass for an Oktoberfest party you’ve come to the right place. Browse 118 brass musicians here.

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Hire Jager Maestros Brass band with Encore
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£1250 - £2250
Brass bandRochdale

Manchester's definitive Oompah Band. Featuring many of the North West's leading professional brass musicians. We can cater for any event.

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Hire Knock Out Brass Band Brass band with Encore
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£1000 - £2250
Brass bandManchester

Mix your favourite tunes with a handful of New Orleans jazz, for a knock out performance you'll always remember! Party starter - guarantee!

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Hire Dizzy Brasscals  Brass band with Encore
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£1500 - £2250
Brass bandManchester

Genre - Defying Brass Band. We specialise in getting parties started with our upbeat brass covers!

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Hire Top Tier Brass Brass band with Encore
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£2250 - £2875
Brass bandManchester

THE ULTIMATE PARTY BRASS BAND FOR YOUR WEDDING

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Hire Uppermill Band  Brass band with Encore
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£1250 - £2500
Brass bandGreater Manchester

No.1 function band in the North West! We’ve perfomed at over 700+ events including with The Hoosiers & on Netflix. Ready to wow your guests!

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Hire Jager Jukebox Brass band with Encore
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£900 - £1500
Brass bandRochdale

The number 1 brass party band in the north of England! We have performed at hundreds of events across the UK and abroad.

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Hire Urban Brass Band Brass band with Encore
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£1312.50 - £2312.50
Brass bandStockport

Urban Brass Band is a next-generation brass band bringing serious talent, energy, and creativity to every performance.

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Hire Hornology Brass band with Encore
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£937.50 - £1500
Brass bandManchester

Hello! We are Hornology, Manchester's newest pop brass band, briging the energy to your event!

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Hire THE ROAMING BAND UK  Brass band with Encore
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£800 - £2400
Brass 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 Atomic Brass Brass band with Encore
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£1125 - £2500
Brass bandManchester

A popular pop/funk festival and function band with experience supporting globally-recognised musicians and performing to sold out events.

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Hire Cobalt Brass Brass band with Encore
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Brass bandManchester

Award-winning brass ensemble, based in Manchester (UK).

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Hire BigBandeoke Brass band with Encore
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£3437.50 - £3812.50
Brass bandManchester

Ready to take karaoke to the next level? BigBandeoke is here! Sing with our impressive 13 piece big band for an unforgettable experience!

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Hire New Orleans Experience  Brass band with Encore
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£1050 - £1575
Brass bandManchester

Add to your event with this compact New Orleans parade band!

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Hire No Limit Street Band Brass band with Encore
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From£1200
Brass bandLondon

The UK's #1 Brass Party Band having played countless events across the UK and Europe. Guaranteed to wow your guests!

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Hire Big Smoke Brass - UK Brass band with Encore
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£2137.50 - £3067.50
Brass bandLondon

Encore's 'Most Booked Brass Band' of 2022 & 2023!

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Hire German Jukebox Brass band with Encore
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£1200 - £2500
Brass bandLondon

THE ULTIMATE OOMPAH PARTY BAND.

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Hire Brass Squad Brass band with Encore
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Brass bandLondon

Brass quartet performing various styles from pop to classics, and Xmas and Bavarian shows also available

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Hire Bass12 Brass band with Encore
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£765 - £2500
Brass bandCardiff

The south-west's finest high-energy New Orleans style brass covers band

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Latest reviews of our Brass Bands in Greater Manchester

Knock Out Brass Band
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"Fully exceeded our expectations, the guys were on time, polite, really easy to deal with and, most importantly, brilliant musicans who made our evening complete. Our wedding guests all loved them, and they set a great tone. Thanks so much! "

Sarah hired Knock Out Brass Band for a Wedding (available in Greater Manchester)

Verified Review, 14 November 2025
Jager Jukebox
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"Absolutely amazing! We were excited to have Jager Jukebox as they looked perfect from their video but they were 1000% better than the video! They pumped classic after classic with loads of energy. Our guests loved them and the band fed off the crowd until we were all bouncing! I would recommend for any event."

Nick hired Jager Jukebox for a Wedding (available in Greater Manchester)

Verified Review, 22 February 2025
Dizzy Brasscals
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"THE ABSOLUTE BEST BRASS BAND! You will not be disappointed booking Dizzy Brasscals. They were amazing at our wedding this weekend and everyone absolutely loved them 😍"

Abby hired Dizzy Brasscals for a Wedding (available in Greater Manchester)

Verified Review, 8 June 2024

FAQs about hiring Brass bands in Greater Manchester

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How much does it cost to hire a Brass Band?

The typical brass band costs around £1110 to hire, with prices varying depending on the number of musicians in the band and performance length.

What instruments are in a brass band?

A traditional brass band includes cornets, flugelhorn, tenor horns, baritones, euphoniums, trombones, tubas (Eb and Bb), and percussion. All instruments are brass (except percussion), creating a rich, powerful sound for marches, classical pieces, and modern covers.

Hiring a Brass Band in Greater Manchester

Renowned for its iconic music history and thriving arts scene, Greater Manchester continues to be a hub for musical talent. Whether your event is in the heart of the city or in surrounding areas like Salford or Stockport, it’s easy to find the perfect Brass band to suit your style. With a community passionate about live performance, this is a region where music truly comes alive.

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Popular genres:
Pop, Jazz, Rock
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9 hours
Busiest times:
June, July, August

How much does it cost to hire a Brass Band in Greater Manchester?

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

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Looking to bring powerful, uplifting music to your event? Hiring a brass band is the perfect choice for creating an unforgettable atmosphere. Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate event, festival, or parade, our professional brass bands are available to hire across the UK.


Brass bands are known for their bold sound, energy, and versatility. From traditional marches and classical pieces to upbeat pop covers and Christmas favourites, our acts can tailor their setlists to suit your event. You can book brass bands for indoor and outdoor performances, and many are happy to lead processions or perform roaming sets.


At Encore Musicians, we make brass band hire easy. With hundreds of vetted UK brass bands to choose from, you can browse profiles, watch videos, read reviews, and book directly with confidence. Our acts have performed at prestigious venues and high-profile events nationwide, so whether you're after a traditional British-style brass band or a lively New Orleans-style ensemble, we've got you covered.

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