1920s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Essen

Discover 134 professional 1920s era musicians and bands available for hire in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 from 339 reviews from real clients. These vintage jazz ensembles focus on authentic 1920s entertainment and Great Gatsby-style performances.

Of the 134 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Essen. The other 132 are willing to travel there.

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Rated Excellent (5/5) from 339 reviews of 1920s Era Musicians & Bands

Based near Essen

German swing hits from the "good old days", fresh, cheerful, lively

Wuppertal

North Rhine-Westphalia · 15 miles away

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German swing hits from the "good old days", fresh, cheerful, lively!

Wuppertal

North Rhine-Westphalia · 15 miles away

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Doni Wirandana, a jazz singer who sings American jazz standards songs

Cologne

North Rhine-Westphalia · 36 miles away

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The Band consists out of 7 musicians which play Chicago Jazz (Roaring Twenties)

Maastricht

Limburg, Netherlands · 71 miles away

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Book from €1400 (EUR)

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'Dupa Trio - The jazz trio that will upgrade every wedding & event'

Amsterdam

North Holland, Netherlands · 110 miles away

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Book from €750 (EUR)

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Jazz and soul singer SaraLee

Amsterdam

North Holland, Netherlands · 110 miles away

(8)

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Khmer Sitar player for traditional Cambodian weddings solo or band

Amsterdam

North Holland, Netherlands · 110 miles away

(4)

Book from €400 (EUR)

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Swing band from 2 to 8 persons

Pijnacker

South Holland, Netherlands · 117 miles away

(1)

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A unique Gipsyjazz quartet for all your events!

Obdam

North Holland, Netherlands · 123 miles away

(16)

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Top-level professional jazz musicians

Luxembourg City

Luxembourg · 133 miles away

(12)

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A Swing group that wants to make everyone dance to swing music again.

Gent

Flanders, Belgium · 145 miles away

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We bring the forgotten pearls of the french chanson repertoire

Gent

Flanders, Belgium · 145 miles away

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Violinist (electric & classical) & Singer with Guitar or Piano, Band or DJ

Hamburg

Germany · 193 miles away

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La tradition et la joie de la Nouvelle Orléans

Paris

Île-de-France Region, France · 274 miles away

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Jazz and tap dance ensemble playing swing, chanson française and cabaret

Paris

Île-de-France Region, France · 274 miles away

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Jazz and swing quartet, Ella Fitzgerald style

Paris

Île-de-France Region, France · 274 miles away

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The Golden Age of Live Jazz.

Paris

Île-de-France Region, France · 274 miles away

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solo performances as elegant classical singer act

Berlin

Germany · 282 miles away

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The average price is €550 (EUR). Rates for 1920s era musicians and bands in Essen range from €180 to €1,550+, with an average booking cost of €550. Pricing typically reflects the size of the ensemble, performance duration, and additional services such as period costumes or vintage equipment. Smaller jazz combos represent excellent value for intimate gatherings, while larger orchestras provide spectacular entertainment for major themed celebrations. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 22 enquiries for 1920s Era Musicians & Bands at events in Germany, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 17 October 2026.

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86% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About four weeks
50% enquire less than a month before the event

Reviews of 1920s Era Musicians & Bands available in Essen

5/5 from 339 reviews
Photo of Jazz Singer Saralee | Jazz Central Agency Jazz Singer Saralee | Jazz Central Agency "Beyond expectations! From the very first contact, communication was smooth. Jazz Centrale understood exactly what we envisioned for our party and offered thoughtful input for the evening. The final performance exceeded our expectations! The pianist played wonderfully on our own piano, the drummer and double bassist were perfectly in sync, and SaraLee sang flawlessly." Based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (110 miles from Essen) 3rd December 2025 Alexandra Mes Verjaardag Photo of Dupa Trio - Retro Jazz Band Dupa Trio - Retro Jazz Band "we invited Dupa Trio for our annual celebration of the Gememnta Amsterdam, WOW, what a cool band! a super unique approach to the boring and run-over-the-mile jazz band, they have so much character and their singer is amazing! if you can see them play or even book their performance, do it! such a cool band" Based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (110 miles from Essen) Kitty - Gemente amsterdam Photo of Traditional khmer music Traditional khmer music "Amazing, such a journey! His frequency is very high with performing music and explanations on how his journeys have started. He's like a flamenco guitarist but with his sitar. He brought his deep soul to his music. You might be in trance whilst listening to him and his instrument. Guru!" Based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (110 miles from Essen) Mohamed - Private event Photo of The Happy Feet Orchestra The Happy Feet Orchestra "Good band, nice repertoire and all music is danceable for Lindy Hop/Charleston. Always a fun party when they play. It really gives you happy feet." Based in Pijnacker, South Holland, Netherlands (117 miles from Essen) Anette Heijn - public dance Photo of Marcia Bamberg Swing Quartet Marcia Bamberg Swing Quartet "It was truly a great concert in the Koepel in Heiloo: the Marcia Bamberg Swing Quartet supplemented by two virtuoso musicians: Tim Kliphuis on violin and Mozes Rosenberg on guitar. The band's permanent lead guitarist, John Ligthart, is also a great talent. Daniel Gueli as bassist gives sparkling solid energy to the whole, nothing is too much for him! Ronald Weel is the reliable rhythm guitarist that a band cannot do without and Marcia Bamberg can really sing! What a fine voice and every note is right. She knows what she's doing and the band as a whole brings a nice atmosphere and surprising moments. It was a concert where you don't start thinking about other things for a moment. Perfect!" Based in Obdam, North Holland, Netherlands (123 miles from Essen) Irene - Concert Photo of Fête Laweit Fête Laweit "Thanks to Fête Laweit, we can say about the 1st edition of Ballucinant that it was more than successful! The group closed the festival , creating a wonderful and enchanting atmosphere. Constant dancing, and constant fun showed that they were the perfect group for the evening." Based in Gent, Flanders, Belgium (145 miles from Essen) Ballucinant - Swing/dance event

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for 1920s era musicians & bands on Gig Heaven is currently €550, with prices ranging from €180 to €1,550+. Pricing typically depends on the size of the ensemble, whether the act is a solo performer or a full band. Most acts specialise in jazz age standards, Charleston-style numbers and Dixieland jazz, so listening to profile samples is a good way to compare what each performer offers.

Many 1920s era musicians & bands offer the option of performing in 1920s-style attire, such as flapper dresses, pinstripe suits and fedoras. This can add an extra layer of authenticity to themed events. It is worth discussing costume options with the performers when making an enquiry.

The 1920s era musicians & bands specialise in the sounds of the Roaring Twenties, including hot jazz, Dixieland, Charleston and ragtime. Many performers recreate the authentic feel of a 1920s speakeasy or Gatsby-themed event, often featuring period-appropriate instruments such as banjo, clarinet and trumpet.

Hiring 1920s era musicians & bands is a popular choice for Gatsby and prohibition-themed parties, vintage weddings, corporate dinners and cocktail receptions. The elegant, upbeat style of 1920s music works especially well as both background entertainment and a main performance to get guests dancing.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

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