1940s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Derbyshire

Discover 280 vintage 1940s era musicians and bands available for hire in Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, with 1,139 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 280 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Derbyshire. The nearest is based in Sheffield.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 1,139 reviews of 1940s Era Musicians & Bands
Home > 1940s Era Musicians & Bands > United Kingdom > Derbyshire
Saxygordon

Saxygordon
saxophonist playing rock n roll jazz pop oldies and ibiza tunes
1940s Era Musician

Sheffield

England

(5)

Book from £150 (GBP)

Add to favourites
Ukulele Eric

Ukulele Eric
Ukulele and banjo player and singer, many genres, esp. comedic
1940s Era Musician

Mansfield

England

(1)

Book from £103 (GBP)

Add to favourites
Albion Nocturne

Albion Nocturne
Jazz trio with female vocalist
1940s Era Musician

Derby

England

No reviews yet

Book from £700 (GBP)

Add to favourites
The Vintage Vagabonds

The Vintage Vagabonds
Duo playing easy listening background music for any event and occasion
1940s Era Musician

Derby

England

No reviews yet Replies in ~1 hr

Book from POA

Add to favourites

Marigold
Acoustic Duo performing popular hits from 1940s to present day
1940s Era Musician

Derby

England

No reviews yet

Book from £440 (GBP)

Add to favourites

Swing singer
Big band singer
1940s Era Musician

Derby

England

No reviews yet Replies in ~1 hr

Book from £300 (GBP)

Add to favourites
Rich Hazlewood

Rich Hazlewood
Vintage Vocalist of the Big Band Jazz/Swing Era
1940s Era Musician

Leek

England

(5)

Book from £300 (GBP)

Add to favourites
The Gatsby Go-Getters

The Gatsby Go-Getters
2,3,4 or 5 piece 1920s & 30s band ideal for all events with a vintage theme.
1940s Era Musician

Nottingham

England

No reviews yet

Book from £300 (GBP)

Add to favourites
Martin Benjamin

Martin Benjamin
Solo saxophonist with tracks playing hits from the 40s to the present day
1940s Era Musician

Nottingham

England

(9)

Book from £225 (GBP)

Add to favourites
Matt Palmer Saxophone & vocals

Matt Palmer Saxophone & vocals
Self contained solo act, classic hits through from the 1920s to the 2000s.
1940s Era Musician

Nottingham

England

No reviews yet

Book from £175 (GBP)

Add to favourites
Carlton Ensemble

Carlton Ensemble
strings & flute : unique string quartet & flute or string trio & flute
1940s Era Musician

Stockport

England

(1)

Book from £420 (GBP)

Add to favourites
Suzie Langton

Suzie Langton
Versatile female vocalist covering a range of genres from jazz to party classics
1940s Era Musician

Loughborough

England

No reviews yet

Book from £180 (GBP)

Add to favourites
Dinner Jazz Duo

Dinner Jazz Duo
Exceptional quality live dinner jazz for your special occasion!
1940s Era Musician

Manchester

England

(97) Replies in ~1 hr

Book from £320 (GBP)

Add to favourites
Tri Tones Jazz

Tri Tones Jazz
Flexible jazz group, ideal for background music for weddings and events
1940s Era Musician

Manchester

England

(12)

Book from £230 (GBP)

Add to favourites
The Casablanca Steps

The Casablanca Steps
Musical Fun & Frolics from the 1920's, 30's & 40's
1940s Era Musician

Manchester

England

(11)

Book from £1750 (GBP)

Add to favourites
Christopher Lydon, jazz piano

Christopher Lydon, jazz piano
Solo jazz piano, ideal for background music for weddings and events
1940s Era Musician

Manchester

England

(1)

Book from £160 (GBP)

Add to favourites
The Not Quite Big Band

The Not Quite Big Band
Expect big energy, dazzling showmanship, and a night you will never forget
1940s Era Musician

Manchester

England

(4)

Book from POA

Add to favourites
The L A Jazz Band

The L A Jazz Band
Professional Dixieland Jazz Band
1940s Era Musician

Wakefield

England

(7)

Book from £650 (GBP)

Add to favourites
Showing 1-18 of 280 results
See all 280 suppliers

Start a new search

Try 'Jazz Bands' or 'Singers'

Need help finding 1940s Era Musicians & Bands available in Derbyshire?

Tell us about your event and we'll suggest suppliers, or talk to our team.

Get suggested suppliers Contact us

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

£Low price
from£120GBP
££Average price
from£400GBP
£££High price
from£1,700GBP

Rates for 1940s era musicians and bands in Derbyshire currently range from about £120 to £1,700+ 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 15 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 87% based outside the event's town

Reviews of 1940s Era Musicians & Bands available in Derbyshire

5/5 from 1,139 reviews
Photo of Saxygordon Saxygordon "Well done Saxyordon kept everyone happy , from young to old is there anthing you can't play , well worth the money great job 👏" Based in Sheffield, England Lisa Morgan - Birthday party Photo of Ukulele Eric Ukulele Eric "We had Eric at a family party for my brother who was 60, his children and grandchildren attended so it was a mixed age group, Eric was very friendly and explained which instruments he was playing on, which he did very well. He has a varied list of songs and kept us entertained while he was there, some people carried on talking but later they said it was good to have some background entertainment, I would certainly recommend Eric to liven up any party, thank you so much for attending ours." Based in Mansfield, England June Hoggett - Private birthday party Photo of Rich Hazlewood Rich Hazlewood "We had the pleasure of Rich singing last night at my Dad’s 80th party. What a voice and he played a great selection of songs which everyone loved. He made the atmosphere amazing and everyone was dancing, or foot tapping! If you are looking for the wow factor , this guy has it all. We will definitely book him again. Thanks Rich, you put a smile on many faces, and I’m sure everyone is still humming those tunes this morning 😊" Based in Leek, England Sharon Dysart-Chesworth - Private Party Photo of Martin Benjamin Martin Benjamin "Fabulous entertainment our guests loved you. Thank you very much Martin" Based in Nottingham, England Kathryn W - Wedding drinks reception Photo of Carlton Ensemble Carlton Ensemble "Hi Fay, the music made our wedding an occasion . The music made the emotion. It was beautiful and all the guests complimented you all. The flute really added to it and you all played beautifully. Just highly recommended . Pasw on our thanks to the rest of the ensemble. Shrigley Hall 2022" Based in Stockport, England Wanita Hutchinson and Lee. - Wedding Photo of Dinner Jazz Duo Dinner Jazz Duo "Thanks so so much! The music was lovely and really well received. Sorry we didn’t get to say hello properly - was all a bit frantic." Based in Manchester, England 13th January 2026 Lili C - Private Wedding

Want to see more reviews?

There are currently 1,139 reviews of 1940s Era Musicians & Bands in our review centre and the average rating is 5/5.

Read all reviews

Frequently asked questions

The average price for 1940s era musicians & bands on Gig Heaven is currently £400, with prices ranging from £120 to £1,700+. 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.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

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.

Please browse our help and support section, or if you can't find what you need you can get in touch.

Still have a question?

Help & FAQsAnswers about booking 1940s Era Musicians & Bands available in Derbyshire Join Gig HeavenAdd your act and get enquiries How results are orderedWhy suppliers appear where they do

Event suppliers for all occasions worldwide

Browse all musical actsSee every musical act category Advanced searchNarrow results with more filters Get suggested suppliersTell us about your event and we suggest acts