1940s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Peak District

Discover 274 vintage 1940s era musicians and bands available for hire in Peak District, England, United Kingdom, with 1,112 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 1,112 reviews of 1940s Era Musicians & Bands
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saxophonist playing rock n roll jazz pop oldies and ibiza tunes

Sheffield

England

(5)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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strings & flute : unique string quartet & flute or string trio & flute

Stockport

England

(1)

Book from £420 (GBP)

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Vintage Vocalist of the Big Band Jazz/Swing Era

Leek

England

(5)

Book from £300 (GBP)

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Exceptional quality live dinner jazz for your special occasion!

Manchester

England

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Book from £320 (GBP)

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Flexible jazz group, ideal for background music for weddings and events

Manchester

England

(12)

Book from £230 (GBP)

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Musical Fun & Frolics from the 1920's, 30's & 40's

Manchester

England

(11)

Book from £1750 (GBP)

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Solo jazz piano, ideal for background music for weddings and events

Manchester

England

(1)

Book from £160 (GBP)

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Expect big energy, dazzling showmanship, and a night you will never forget

Manchester

England

(4)

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Professional Dixieland Jazz Band

Wakefield

England

(7)

Book from £650 (GBP)

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Sensational vocal tour de force. "Simply must be heard to be believed"

Bury

England

(5)

Book from £300 (GBP)

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Ukulele and banjo player and singer, many genres, esp. comedic

Mansfield

England

(1)

Book from £103 (GBP)

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16-piece Big Band - Ideal for Weddings & Events

Queensbury

England

(3)

Book from £1350 (GBP)

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Traditional Vintage Jazz / Postmodern/Swing Covers of Pop Songs

Leeds

England

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Jazz Quartet performing Disney Songs, Jazz Standards and Reimagined Pop Covers

Leeds

England

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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Duo, piano/vocals ideal for private/corporate events, restaurants

Shipley

England

(5)

Book from £275 (GBP)

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Jazz trio with female vocalist

Derby

England

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Book from £700 (GBP)

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Acoustic Duo performing popular hits from 1940s to present day

Derby

England

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Book from £440 (GBP)

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Big band singer

Derby

England

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

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Rates for 1940s era musicians and bands in Peak District 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 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 Peak District

5/5 from 1,112 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 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 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 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 Photo of The Not Quite Big Band The Not Quite Big Band "Wow wow wow! These guys were absolutely incredible! Words can’t describe! We hired the NQBB for our wedding back in October and we think it was the best wedding decision we made! Will was super through all stages of the process, from enquiries before booking, through to set list selections and sorting out logistics, he was so friendly, with excellent communication and always had time to answer our queries. On the day itself they arrived in plenty of time to set up and you could tell the guests were getting excited for what was to come. It was what we were most looking forward to about the day and it more than exceeded our expectations! What was wonderful was seeing everyone dancing - all the generations. They are such amazing performers and so engaging getting all on the dance floor involved! Our guests are still raving about ‘THE band’ and rightly so! Thank you so much NQBB, you most certainly made the day!" Based in Manchester, England Pip J - Wedding Photo of Tri Tones Jazz Tri Tones Jazz "We couldn’t have been happier with Tritones! Excellent communication prior to our big day and on the day they were absolutely fantastic - we had so many compliments from our guests! Would recommend whole heartedly! Many thanks from Dave & Kay 22.05.22" Based in Manchester, England Dave and Kay - Wedding

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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 £1,700+. 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.

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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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