1940s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Brest

Discover 233 vintage 1940s era musicians and bands available for hire in Brest, Brittany Region, France, with 719 reviews from real clients averaging 5 out of 5 stars. Find swing bands, wartime entertainers and close harmony singers to create authentic 1940s atmosphere.

All 233 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Brest. The nearest is based in Truro, United Kingdom, 132 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 719 reviews of 1940s Era Musicians & Bands
Multi-award winning Swing Band based in Cornwall.

Truro

England, United Kingdom · 132 miles away

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5-piece jazz/swing band performing classic jazz and songs for dancing.

Truro

England, United Kingdom · 132 miles away

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Book from £600 (GBP)

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Groupe de Jazz manouche

Nantes

Pays de la Loire Region · 158 miles away

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Book from €1600 (EUR)

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SWING TO SWING groupe de Jazz Manouche

Angers

Pays de la Loire Region · 193 miles away

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Book from €604 (EUR)

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Swing & Soul singer with tracks or band

Ferndown

England, United Kingdom · 203 miles away

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Book from £350 (GBP)

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Solo Sax includes sound and lighting

New Forest

England, United Kingdom

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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Fancy Jazz swing Band 2 - 5 piece

La Rochelle

Nouvelle-Aquitaine · 219 miles away

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Book from €600 (EUR)

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Miss Jones, the Vintage Queen of Country, Blues & all that Jazz.

Cardiff

Wales, United Kingdom · 221 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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Swing band - Authentic 1940s Glenn Miller / Sinatra / '50s / '60s

Southampton

England, United Kingdom · 222 miles away

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Full-Time Solo self contained vocalist

Southampton

England, United Kingdom · 222 miles away

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Close harmony trio

Bristol

England, United Kingdom · 228 miles away

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Book from £475 (GBP)

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Outstanding, toe-tapping swing jazz duo

Bristol

England, United Kingdom · 228 miles away

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Three or Four piece jazz group, female vocals.

Bristol

England, United Kingdom · 228 miles away

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Book from £525 (GBP)

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Solo retro French jazz and chansons

Winchester

England, United Kingdom · 233 miles away

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Harry is a professional and experienced trumpet player covering many genres.

Bordon

England, United Kingdom · 248 miles away

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Opera arias in the style of traditional New Orleans and swing jazz, 6 musicians

Tours

Centre-Val de Loire · 250 miles away

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The UK's Premier Swing and Jive experience. 15 million YouTube views.

Brighton

England, United Kingdom · 257 miles away

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Sam Chara as Edith Piaf/ French Jazz 1930/40's

Brighton

England, United Kingdom · 257 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire 1940s Era Musicians & Bands in Brest?

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Rates for 1940s era musicians and bands in Brest currently range from about €170 to €2,050+ depending on group size and performance duration. The average cost of €500 reflects the specialist expertise authentic period entertainment requires. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 67 enquiries for 1940s Era Musicians & Bands at events in France, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 22 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within two hours
88% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
31% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
63% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 125 miles
For the 72% based outside the event's town

Reviews of 1940s Era Musicians & Bands available in Brest

5/5 from 719 reviews
Photo of The Swing Empire The Swing Empire "The Swing Empire have performed at several key events for us recently including the Cornwall Tourism Awards, our wedding open day and our New Years Eve celebration and they were amazing on each occasion! We had so many positive guest comments and feedback that we just had to book them again for this New Years. With a great variety of songs, interaction with the crowd and very smartly dressed what more could you want! Excellent musicians and certainly a band that we will be recommending for future events that The Headland organise and also for our clients weddings and corporate events." Based in Truro, England, United Kingdom (132 miles from Brest) Claire Robinson, Events Manager - The Headland Hotel Photo of Kevin Hill Jnr Kevin Hill Jnr "Hi Kevin, I just thought I would post a comment on your guestbook after your fabulous entertainment for our party. The music and singing was fantastic – as you know the dance floor was never empty! Keep on singing Kevin – you are great! Thank you. Veronica & Brian" Based in Ferndown, England, United Kingdom (203 miles from Brest) Veronica & Brian - Wedding Anniversary Photo of Simone Sax Simone Sax "We just had to write and express our thanks for your saxophone and flute performance at our wedding. We were so glad that you were able to play such a wide variety of musical styles for us – every age group of our guests really appreciated your music and appropriate backing music – the amplification was just right! David & Janet Foster (Wedding) 10/10" Based in New Forest, England, United Kingdom (213 miles from Brest) David & Janet Foster (Wedding) 10/10 - Wedding Photo of Five Star Swing Five Star Swing "Just returned from the show at Stamford this evening 22 Nov. Outstanding musical ability, total enthusiasm and hard work, which produced a sound which defied any attempt to keep your hands or feet from moving! They love their music and it showed. It was an superb evening and I will be back." Based in Southampton, England, United Kingdom (222 miles from Brest) Eddie Harper, Stamford Photo of Hopkins & Oliver Hopkins & Oliver "Such a lovely experience. They were fantastic and professional. Just perfect for our drinks party. I’d highly recommend them." Based in Bristol, England, United Kingdom (228 miles from Brest) Lisa Palmer - Party Photo of Murielefrenchsinger Murielefrenchsinger "It was a pleasure having Muriele Frenchsinger perform at this year's Concours des Légendes at Wilton. Her set was a great addition to the event, and she brought a lovely atmosphere that our guests really enjoyed. Muriele is professional, easy to work with, and a talented vocalist. I would highly recommend." Based in Winchester, England, United Kingdom (233 miles from Brest) 24th August 2026 Geoff Love - Concours des Legendes Wilton House

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for 1940s era musicians & bands on Gig Heaven is currently €500, with prices ranging from €170 to €2,050+. Pricing typically depends on ensemble size, the inclusion of vocalists and whether period costumes or themed staging are part of the performance. Most acts specialise in wartime classics, swing and big band favourites, so listening to profile samples is a good way to compare what each performer offers.

The 1940s era musicians & bands perform music from the 1940s era, including swing, big band, boogie-woogie and wartime classics. Many groups specialise in recreating the sound of dance halls and ballrooms of the period, with songs made popular by the leading artists of the decade.

Popular occasions for hiring 1940s era musicians & bands include wartime-themed events, vintage tea dances, VE Day celebrations, themed weddings and corporate dinners. The nostalgic and upbeat style of 1940s music appeals to a wide range of audiences and works well at both formal and informal occasions.

Many 1940s era musicians & bands offer fully themed shows, including wartime sing-along performances, Andrews Sisters-style vocal harmony acts and period-costumed big band sets. Some also incorporate audience participation and wartime-era props. To get the best results, check each performer's profile for details of themed packages.

Most 1940s era musicians & bands provide their own PA system and any amplification needed for standard event spaces. For larger venues or outdoor events, additional sound equipment may be required. It is advisable to discuss technical requirements with the act 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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