1930s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Basel

Browse 183 professional 1930s era musicians and bands available in Basel, Canton of Basel-City, Switzerland, backed by 541 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.

All 183 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Basel. The nearest is based in Bern, 43 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 541 reviews of 1930s Era Musicians & Bands
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Things Of Swing
New Orleans Swing/Jazz Classics
1930s Era Musician

Bern

Canton of Bern · 43 miles away

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Frytig Jazzband

Frytig Jazzband
traditional jazz, swing, blues and more
1930s Era Musician

Bern

Canton of Bern · 43 miles away

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Oliver Swing

Oliver Swing
Solo Jazz Musician (Voice and guitar)
1930s Era Musician

Annemasse

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France · 113 miles away

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Book from €450 (EUR)

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Swingin'on the Rooftop

Swingin'on the Rooftop
Quintet inspired by the golden age of jazz
1930s Era Musician

Genève

Canton of Geneva · 115 miles away

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Book from €1500 (EUR)

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Jazz Bands Luxembourg —Jazz Central Agency

Jazz Bands Luxembourg —Jazz Central Agency
Top-level professional jazz musicians
1930s Era Musician

Luxembourg City

Luxembourg · 156 miles away

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Vintage Portrait Milano

Vintage Portrait Milano
We are a jazz group based in Milan but we are available also in other locations
1930s Era Musician

Milan

Lombardy, Italy · 164 miles away

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Hot Club du Nax

Hot Club du Nax
Famous austrian Jazz and Gypsy-Swing Quintet, also available in Quartett or Trio
1930s Era Musician

Innsbruck

Tyrol, Austria · 180 miles away

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wedding violinist in france

wedding violinist in france
French violinist ideal for wedding & events. solo violin with backing track
1930s Era Musician

Lyon

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France · 180 miles away

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Book from €600 (EUR)

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Jazz Bands Frankfurt—Jazz Central Agency

Jazz Bands Frankfurt—Jazz Central Agency
We provide top-level professional jazz musicians at corporate and private events
1930s Era Musician

Frankfurt am Main

Hesse, Germany · 184 miles away

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Elias Prinz Ensmeble

Elias Prinz Ensmeble
Gypsy Jazz, Swing & Valse Musette Duo, Trio Quartett, Quintett - Sextett
1930s Era Musician

Munich

Bavaria, Germany · 190 miles away

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Pink Notes Jazz

Pink Notes Jazz
Jazz Trio/Quartet
1930s Era Musician

Piacenza

Emilia-Romagna, Italy · 201 miles away

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jazz band for weddings and company events

jazz band for weddings and company events
Doni Wirandana, a jazz singer who sings American jazz standards songs
1930s Era Musician

Cologne

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · 235 miles away

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Lara Luppi

Lara Luppi
Duo-trio-quartet-quintet international repertoire smart elegant
1930s Era Musician

Cadelbosco di Sopra

Emilia-Romagna, Italy · 241 miles away

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JustJazz Collectief

JustJazz Collectief
Timeless live jazz for memorable moments - select your jazz band-on-demand.
1930s Era Musician

Hasselt

Flanders, Belgium · 254 miles away

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Book from €850 (EUR)

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Swing Kabarett Revue - the golden 1920's

Swing Kabarett Revue - the golden 1920's
German swing hits from the "good old days", fresh, cheerful, lively
1930s Era Musician

Wuppertal

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · 256 miles away

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Book from €200 (EUR)

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Swing-Schlager - German swing hits

Swing-Schlager - German swing hits
German swing hits from the "good old days", fresh, cheerful, lively!
1930s Era Musician

Wuppertal

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · 256 miles away

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Paris Swing Band

Paris Swing Band
Gypsy Jazz and French songs
1930s Era Musician

Paris

Île-de-France Region, France · 257 miles away

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Dry Bayou Rag Band

Dry Bayou Rag Band
La tradition et la joie de la Nouvelle Orléans
1930s Era Musician

Paris

Île-de-France Region, France · 257 miles away

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

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Rates for 1930s musicians in Basel typically run between about CHF160 and CHF1,350+, with most professional acts averaging CHF460 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. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 1,051 enquiries for 1930s Era Musicians & Bands at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 24 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within two hours
78% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
29% enquire less than a month before the event
How far suppliers travel
About 50 miles
For the 74% based outside the event's town

Reviews of 1930s Era Musicians & Bands available in Basel

5/5 from 541 reviews
Photo of Jazz Bands Luxembourg —Jazz Central Agency Jazz Bands Luxembourg —Jazz Central Agency "The music created exactly the atmosphere we were looking for—elegant, subtle, and never overpowering. From the booking process to the performance itself, everything was handled professionally and exceeded our expectations." Based in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg (156 miles from Basel) 3rd July 2026 Inez de Wit - Office Event Photo of wedding violinist in france wedding violinist in france "Gérard was amazing, he went above and beyond, he learned a new song in a totally different style and usually played on a fiddle specifically for our wedding. I strongly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a professional, kind, and responsive musician for their event." Based in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France (180 miles from Basel) 30th June 2026 Seppe K - Wedding Photo of Hot Club du Nax Hot Club du Nax "The Hot Club du Nax played at our Zug Jazz Night this summer and they where truly amazing, great people and superb musicians. Hope to see you soon again! Oskar" Based in Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria (180 miles from Basel) Oskar Furrer - Jazz Night Zug Photo of Vento do Sul/ Tribute to Chet Baker Vento do Sul/ Tribute to Chet Baker "They sound amazing. We enjoyed our time listening to their beautiful music. They played beautifull Bossa novas from Carlos Jobim." Based in Brussels, Brussels Capital, Belgium (270 miles from Basel) Flora McRitchie - Private dinner Photo of Amar Corda Amar Corda "Absolutely great band and nice people! They played for the aperitivo of our wedding party. All our guests where talking about them! Will book them again when I have an opportunity." Based in Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy (278 miles from Basel) Jan Steender - Wedding Party Photo of Sax For You Sax For You "Alexander is amazing! He is thoughtful, fun, kind, creative and such an amazing artist to work with! He was so patient with planning and even added ideas for a surprise birthday song for my girlfriend! I would absolutely work with him again🥂" Based in Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium (290 miles from Basel) Morteza

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for 1930s era musicians & bands on Gig Heaven is currently CHF460, with prices ranging from CHF160 to CHF1,350+. 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 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.

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