Vintage Jazz Bands for hire Near You
Latest reviews of our Vintage Jazz Bands
"Ah Michael and the boys were great, thank you for playing at our event."
Pippa hired The Jelly Roll Jazz Band for a Corporate event
"The Swing Ninjas were exactly what was advertised for our 1920s prohibition theme. We had to move locations last minute due to weather concerns and the band set up and played amazing music that everyone enjoyed. My only wish is that I wasn't busy with running the event so that I could have sat and enjoyed the show. The band members were all polite and professional. I could not recommend this band more - they were excellent. Many things guys! Mark "
Mark hired The Swing Ninjas for a Private event
"Absolutely fantastic music , we loved them x "
Jeanette hired Dr Jazz for a Wedding
FAQs about hiring Vintage jazz bands in the UK
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Can any vintage jazz band play my favourite song?
Professional vintage jazz bands will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that vintage jazz bands may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the vintage jazz band's song list on their Encore profile.
How much time do vintage jazz bands take to set up?
Your vintage jazz 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 vintage jazz 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 vintage jazz 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 vintage jazz 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.
Hiring a Vintage Jazz Band Near You
Useful information
Vintage jazz bands in the UK typically play Jazz, Pop, Folk, and most respond to enquiries within an hour. Demand peaks in June, August, September, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.
How much does it cost to hire a Vintage Jazz Band in the UK?
Prices for Vintage jazz bands vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Vintage jazz bands typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end Vintage jazz bands from £400 per performer upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 1845 bookings and 905 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 20 June 2026
