1930s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Canada

Browse 159 professional 1930s era musicians and bands available in Canada, backed by 469 reviews from real clients and an average 5 out of 5 star rating. These swing bands and jazz ensembles bring authentic vintage entertainment to weddings, parties, and corporate events.

These acts typically start from $280, with most bookings around $850, offering everything from solo crooners to full swing orchestras that capture the sophisticated sound of this golden musical era.

Of the 159 suppliers listed here, 11 are based in Canada. The other 148 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 469 reviews of 1930s Era Musicians & Bands
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Jazz Vocalist

United States

Los Angeles, California

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Jon Hasz and Cat Curry Hasz make up the bi-coastal duo, The Beard and The Bird

United States

Buffalo, New York

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Jazz & swing band of varying size from 4 to 7 members

United States

Dallas, Texas

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Jazz, singer songwriter, swing music, solo/duo/trio/quartet and more!

United States

Horsham, Pennsylvania

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Hire a pianist who will customize the music to make your event memorable!

United States

Manhattan, New York

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4-5 piece jazz band

United States

Manhattan, New York

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Gypsy jazz & French chansons — from quartet to full 6-piece band

United States

New York

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1920s- 1930s jazz vocal trio. Boswell sisters, Andrew’s sisters, originals

United States

New York

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10 to 16 piece swing band playing the classics of the 20s to the 40s.

United States

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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6-pc swing dance band playing music of the 1940s for swing dancers.

United States

Austin, Texas

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Four-Piece Jazz Band

United States

New Orleans, Louisiana

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3-15 piece jazz orchestra that plays hits from the swing era!

United States

New Orleans, Louisiana

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6-15 piece New Orleans brass band that plays modern and traditional music

United States

New Orleans, Louisiana

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One Man Band playing Jazz, standards, vintage rock, Cajun and original music

United States

Savannah, Georgia

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Single artist

United States

Homosassa Springs, Florida

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A guide to booking

Hire 1930s Era Musicians & Bands in Canada

The 1930s marked a golden age of swing music, big band jazz, and sophisticated blues that continues to thrill audiences today. These musicians specialising in this era bring authentic period entertainment to themed events, weddings, and celebrations.

Vintage Entertainment Options

Jazz ensembles and swing bands typically offer diverse repertoires spanning the decade's greatest hits. From Duke Ellington arrangements to intimate blues performances, these acts recreate the sophisticated atmosphere of 1930s dance halls and speakeasies. Many groups feature period-appropriate costumes and instruments, enhancing the authentic experience for guests at themed celebrations or elegant social events.

Pricing for 1930s Musical Acts

Rates for 1930s musicians in Canada typically run between about $280 and $3,150+, with most professional acts averaging $850 for standard performances. Solo performers and small combos typically fall at the lower end of this range, while full swing bands with horn sections command premium rates. Factors affecting pricing include performance duration, ensemble size, and any special song requests or arrangements.

How much does it cost to hire 1930s Era Musicians & Bands in Canada?

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from$280CAD
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The average price is $850 (CAD), with most priced from $280 to $3,150+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 22 enquiries for 1930s Era Musicians & Bands at events in Canada, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 29 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within an hour
82% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
18% enquire less than a month before the event

Reviews of 1930s Era Musicians & Bands available in Canada

5/5 from 469 reviews
Photo of Jazz Hutch & Friends Jazz Hutch & Friends "A nice voice and a very understated and carefree delivery. Not enough cats can just Fred Astaire their way through a song." Based in Calgary, Alberta 12th October 2026 Kurt Elling - Acclaimed International Jazz Singer Photo of The Waltzing Matildas The Waltzing Matildas "We asked Valerie Hudson of the Waltzing Matilda’s to play piano and sing at the Celebration of Life ceremony for my wife’s mother. The event was to celebrate the 99 years of her life. It was a very uplifting and emotional event and Valerie’s renditions of jazz tunes including I Will Always Love You, Smile, Wonderful World, Blue Sky, I’ll be Seeing You and others were very well done and added immensely to the celebration. Thanks Valerie!" Based in Calgary, Alberta 29th September 2026 David White - Celebration of Life Photo of Euro Café Duo Euro Café Duo "Thank you Euro Café Duo! Your romantic and charming jazzy Parisian and Italian inspired music really set the stage for our Soirée Salus event, held recently at the French Embassy in Ottawa. Andrea’s vocals were beautiful and together your collaboration filled the room with such a warm and inviting ambiance. We really can’t say enough how much your music was such a hit with Salus organizers and all our guests in attendance. Thank you again!" Based in Kingston, Ontario 11th December 2025 Andrea O-B - Soirée Salus Photo of Trevor Salloum Jazz Trio Trevor Salloum Jazz Trio "Thank you so much, Trevor! The band sounded wonderful, and provided the perfect atmosphere for the crowd. Mom loved it! We are already talking about a sequel next year… You guys were great - thanks again!!" Based in Kelowna, British Columbia F.D. Coldstream, BC. - Private Party Photo of La Bonne Melodie La Bonne Melodie "It was a fantastic evening and you were very very well received by the audience." Based in Beverley, England, United Kingdom 13th October 2026 Carole - French Cabaret Evening as part fo a Music Festival Photo of Matteo Cristofori Matteo Cristofori "Working with Matteo was an outstanding experience. He is an exceptionally talented musician, with a refined and distinctive musical personality. His performance was expressive and engaging, and he brought a high level of professionalism and preparation to the entire project. Matteo was reliable, collaborative, and extremely professional throughout. We would be very happy to work with him again and highly recommend him for concerts and musical events." Based in Viterbo, Latium, Italy 24th September 2026 Thomas - Private Concert

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for 1930s era musicians & bands on Gig Heaven is currently $850, with prices ranging from $280 to $3,150+. Pricing typically depends on the number of musicians in the line-up and whether vocalists are included. Most acts specialise in swing standards and big band classics, so listening to profile samples is a good way to compare what each performer offers.

The most popular events for 1930s era musicians & bands include vintage-themed weddings, black-tie dinners, gala events, corporate functions and cocktail parties. The sophisticated swing sound of the 1930s provides an elegant backdrop for formal occasions and can also fill the dance floor at livelier events.

The 1930s era musicians & bands in Canada perform music from the golden age of swing, including big band, jazz standards and crooner classics made famous by artists of the 1930s. Many groups can also incorporate songs from adjacent decades to suit the flow of an event.

The 1930s era musicians & bands on Gig Heaven range from intimate duos and trios to full big band ensembles with horn sections and vocalists. A smaller group suits cocktail hours and background music, while a larger line-up delivers the full big band experience for dancing and headline entertainment.

Most 1930s era musicians & bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system and amplification for standard venues. Larger ensembles may have specific staging requirements. It is worth confirming equipment and space needs with the band before booking.

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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.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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