Wedding Swing & Jive Bands for hire in Hammersmith and Fulham
What our expert says...Swing and jive bring a sense of fun and nostalgia that few other styles can match. The horns, rhythm, and vintage charm create a dancefloor that feels straight out of a 1950s celebration.
— Perrine Gouarne, Managing Director at Encore Musicians
Latest reviews of our Wedding Swing & Jive Bands in Hammersmith and Fulham
"One Jump Ahead were great for our community VE Day Event. They had a great sound and lots of people commented on how good they were. Kit the band leader was an absolute joy to deal with and always got back to me straight away on all my queries. I would definitely book them again."
Layla hired One Jump Ahead for a Private event (available in Hammersmith and Fulham)
"Exceptional! Superb! Highly recommend this band to anyone! "
Ian hired Natty Congeroo & The Flames of Rhythm for a Wedding (available in Hammersmith and Fulham)
"Great energy, got everyone dancing young and older. Thank you Kit and the group. "
Jacob hired One Jump Ahead for a Wedding (available in Hammersmith and Fulham)
FAQs about hiring Wedding Swing & jive bands in Hammersmith And Fulham
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Can any swing & jive band play my favourite song?
Professional swing & jive bands will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that swing & jive bands may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the swing & jive band's song list on their Encore profile.
How much time do swing & jive bands take to set up?
Your swing & jive 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 swing & jive 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 swing & jive 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 swing & jive 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 Wedding Swing & Jive Band in Hammersmith And Fulham
Useful information
Wedding Swing & jive bands in Hammersmith And Fulham typically play Jazz, Pop, Rock, and most respond to enquiries within an hour. Demand peaks in May, June, August, 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 Wedding Swing & Jive Band in Hammersmith And Fulham?
Prices for Wedding Swing & jive bands vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Wedding Swing & jive bands typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end Wedding Swing & jive bands from £400 per performer upwards.
A guide to hiring Wedding Swing & Jive Bands
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 1502 bookings and 765 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 18 May 2026
