1940s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Kent

Discover 292 vintage 1940s era musicians and bands available for hire in Kent, England, United Kingdom, with 1,000 reviews from real clients averaging 5 out of 5 stars. Find swing bands, wartime entertainers and close harmony singers to create authentic 1940s atmosphere.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 1,000 reviews of 1940s Era Musicians & Bands
5 piece vintage swing/jazz and jive band

Ashford

England

(3)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Solo singer for all events

Rye

England

No reviews yet

Book from £250 (GBP)

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I'm a professional pianist who can play a mix of Jazz and Pop classics

Gillingham

England

(4)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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A fabulous band playing an eclectic mix of Jazz, latin and vintage pop.

Gillingham

England

(3)

Book from £280 (GBP)

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Singer/saxophonist - solo to big band for jazz, blues and vintage pop/rock

Caterham

England

(3)

Book from £100 (GBP)

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Sultry Songs of a Timeless Era

Haywards Heath

England

(8)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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Solo artist Jazz Singer using backing tracks

Seaford

England

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Musical Theatre Diva who will also get you up on the dance floor!

Chelmsford

England

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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Solo accordion, acoustic or amplified, totally mobile on request

London

England

(16)

Book from £333 (GBP)

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Vintage Entertainment 1920s, 40s & 50s

London

England

No reviews yet

Book from £750 (GBP)

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Italian and Italo-American Jazz, Swing, Latin Jazz, and Rock 'n' roll

London

England

(3)

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Five Piece Roaring 20s, Latin Jazz and Post Modern Jukebox Band

London

England

(7)

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Classic jazz and bossa nova repertoire on saxophone for live ambient music.

London

England

(2) Replies in ~1 hr

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Experienced pianist performing hits from the 1920's to the current day

London

England

(1)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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Professional Jazz Trio / Piano, Double Bass and Drums

London

England

(29) Replies in ~3 hrs

Book from £1000 (GBP)

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Hot Swing Heaven from these wonderful Gypsy Swing musicians

London

England

(19)

Book from £875 (GBP)

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Singer! Performer! Entertainer! London-based Filipina cover singer.

London

England

(9)

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Live jazz/ cabaret music entertainment at its best!

London

England

(7)

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

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Rates for 1940s era musicians and bands in Kent currently range from about £130 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 available in Kent

5/5 from 1,000 reviews
Photo of Miss Holiday & The Swingtones Miss Holiday & The Swingtones "Thank you so much for opening up Macmillan Mayhem 2023 for us. Your support really is appreciated. You guys were absolutely amazing. A lot of people were talking about you all day. We will certainly be looking out for your future gigs. You really got the party started (your words lol) Thanks again 💚😊" Based in Ashford, England Keith - MacMillan Mayhem Photo of Roger Lewin Piano Roger Lewin Piano "It was a very worthwhile booking. Roger, Phil and Sarah-Jane provided our Group with great music that afternoon. Highly recommended" Based in Gillingham, England 1st December 2025 Will Buckle - MS SOCIETY LUNCH Photo of Kit Packham Kit Packham "Kit was booked to perform at a adult / children’s party. Kit was excellent and managed to blend the first set into an entertaining piece for the adults and kids. To a second set which was a perfect piece for a transition and background piece while w rate food and the kids relaxed. The third set was much more upbeat, grey for the adult entertainment and brought an excitement to the evening. I would not think twice about hiring Kit again. He manage our requirements perfectly , by listening to what we required and delivering on every request. The feedback from all our guests was exceptional! Thank you Kit and hopefully we will see you at the next event. Roy and family" Based in Caterham, England Roy Deadman (Family party ) - Family 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 Chris S - Wedding ceremony 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 Solo French Accordion Solo French Accordion "Mike was a great addition to our French-themed event! His accordion playing is first rate and he was a winner with the crowd and our stallholders. Would definitely recommend! Thank you again!" Based in London, England Mike Guy - Cranbrook Apple Fayre (charity town fair)

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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 £130 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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