1940s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Brighton

Discover 288 vintage 1940s era musicians and bands available for hire in Brighton, England, United Kingdom, with 967 reviews from real clients averaging 5 out of 5 stars. Find swing bands, wartime entertainers and close harmony singers to create authentic 1940s atmosphere.

Of the 288 suppliers listed here, 11 are based within 30 miles of Brighton. The other 277 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Lewes, and suppliers based in Haywards Heath, Seaford and Worthing.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 967 reviews of 1940s Era Musicians & Bands
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Tritone

Tritone
Jazz trio for all kinds of events
1940s Era Musician

Brighton

England

(1)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Flash Mob Jazz

Flash Mob Jazz
The UK's Premier Swing and Jive experience. 15 million YouTube views.
1940s Era Musician

Brighton

England

(5)

Book from £2100 (GBP)

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French Jazz/ Piaf

French Jazz/ Piaf
Sam Chara as Edith Piaf/ French Jazz 1930/40's
1940s Era Musician

Brighton

England

(2)

Book from £300 (GBP)

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Sara Oschlag - jazz singer

Sara Oschlag - jazz singer
Super swinging jazz singer with live band
1940s Era Musician

Brighton

England

(1)

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Linda & Steve - Singalong Duo

Linda & Steve - Singalong Duo
Sing along with us! We specialise in songs you know and love :D
1940s Era Musician

Brighton

England

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Book from £100 (GBP)

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Chris Coull Big Band

Chris Coull Big Band
Authentic, yet compact big band playing the music of roaring 20's to rat pack
1940s Era Musician

Brighton

England

No reviews yet

Book from £1350 (GBP)

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Beached Brass

Beached Brass
Six piece New Orleans Brass Band
1940s Era Musician

Brighton

England

No reviews yet

Book from £1400 (GBP)

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Amuse Manouche

Amuse Manouche
Gypsy swing band with a Parisian feel performing standards from the 1920s-1940s
1940s Era Musician

Brighton

England

(4)

Book from £440 (GBP)

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Desperate Dans Double Shuffle

Desperate Dans Double Shuffle
5 Piece Swing Blues band
1940s Era Musician

Worthing

England · 10 miles away

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Book from £800 (GBP)

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Johnny Sings Jazz

Johnny Sings Jazz
Solo artist Jazz Singer using backing tracks
1940s Era Musician

Seaford

England · 11 miles away

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Book from £150 (GBP)

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Keziah

Keziah
Sultry Songs of a Timeless Era
1940s Era Musician

Haywards Heath

England · 12 miles away

(8)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Brighton

Based more than 30 miles from Brighton, nearest first

Kit Packham

Kit Packham
Singer/saxophonist - solo to big band for jazz, blues and vintage pop/rock
1940s Era Musician

Caterham

England · 31 miles away

(3)

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"The Sounds of Sinatra" with Paul Hudson

"The Sounds of Sinatra" with Paul Hudson
Paul Hudson sings the greatest hits from Sinatra and friends 'Rat Pack' era.
1940s Era Musician

Guildford

England · 34 miles away

(8)

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Karen Frances, Singer and Entertainer

Karen Frances, Singer and Entertainer
Singer with quality backing tracks - Background / Party Vibe or Sing-along
1940s Era Musician

Guildford

England · 34 miles away

(2)

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Jazz And The Tonics

Jazz And The Tonics
Jazz and Swing Band, also playing Postmodern Jukebox
1940s Era Musician

Guildford

England · 34 miles away

(1)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Terry Finch

Terry Finch
Guitarist / vocalist / songwriter, experienced, pro standard, good gear, car
1940s Era Musician

Epsom

England · 35 miles away

No reviews yet

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Miss Dolores & Friends

Miss Dolores & Friends
2-6 piece Jazz/Swing band for all occasions
1940s Era Musician

Petersfield

England · 37 miles away

(4) Replies in < 1 hr

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Harry Bassett - Trumpeter

Harry Bassett - Trumpeter
Harry is a professional and experienced trumpet player covering many genres.
1940s Era Musician

Bordon

England · 37 miles away

(6)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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Rates for 1940s era musicians and bands in Brighton currently range from about £120 to £1,400+ depending on group size and performance duration. The average cost of £400 reflects the specialist expertise authentic period entertainment requires. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 358 enquiries for 1940s Era Musicians & Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 11 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
64% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About seven weeks
34% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to August
58% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 20 miles
For the 88% based outside the event's town

Reviews of 1940s Era Musicians & Bands based near Brighton

5/5 from 21 reviews
Photo of Tritone Tritone "What can I say? Thanks so much for making everything so easy. You showed up on time, unlike us, you looked great and the music was exactly what I wanted! Brilliant!" Based in Brighton, England 19th March 2026 Kirin - Wedding Photo of Amuse Manouche Amuse Manouche "Well what can we say!?……thank you from the bottom of our hearts for providing such a fantastic set. Despite the down pour (we’re saying it added to the day :) ) your playing and vocals were really special. You blew everyone away!" Based in Brighton, England Nicola Elliott - Private Event Photo of French Jazz/ Piaf French Jazz/ Piaf "Working in the music industry myself for over 30 years now with many artists, I can honestly say Sam stands out amongst them as being one of the most talented and original. I believe Sam would be a great choice for any musical endeavors or projects anyone had in mind and could bring a wealth of experience as well as a fresh and original perspective to the creative mixing pot." Based in Brighton, England Desmond day - Bossman Productions Photo of Sara Oschlag - jazz singer Sara Oschlag - jazz singer "Sara’s trio were so professional & easy to work with. Their music really set a great tone for our event - we had lots of guests commenting on how impressed they were with the band. If you’re looking for a jazz trio, I cannot praise Sara Oschlag Trio enough. Highly recommend booking these guys!" Based in Brighton, England Sheila Adams - Bang & Olufsen Photo of Flash Mob Jazz Flash Mob Jazz "Great band, great music, perfect for our NYE party" Based in Brighton, England Anantara hotel and spa resort (Dubai Palm) - NYE Party Photo of Keziah Keziah "Keziah sang at our wedding and we couldn't have asked for anyone better! She really made the event even more special. Great voice, and very prompt and professional at rehearsals and on the day. Would recommend to anyone getting married!" Based in Haywards Heath, England (12 miles from Brighton) Chris S - Wedding ceremony

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for 1940s era musicians & bands on Gig Heaven is currently £400, with prices ranging from £120 to £1,400+. 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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