1940s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Austin

Discover 202 vintage 1940s era musicians and bands available for hire in Austin, Texas, United States, with 599 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 202 suppliers listed here, 3 are based within 30 miles of Austin. The other 199 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 599 reviews of 1940s Era Musicians & Bands

Based near Austin

Duo or Trio cover band, multi-genre, many-decades, multi-instrument

Austin

Texas

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Saxophonist/flautist/clarinetist. With 50 years professional experience

Austin

Texas

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6-pc swing dance band playing music of the 1940s for swing dancers.

Austin

Texas

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Solo Gospel Singer

Seguin

Texas · 50 miles away

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Jazz-Swing Gatsby 20's and More Styles from a trio to Big Band

Dallas

Texas · 182 miles away

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Jazz & swing band of varying size from 4 to 7 members

Dallas

Texas · 182 miles away

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An Elegant and Classy Jazz Band and More!

Dallas

Texas · 182 miles away

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Solo banjo artist, New Orleans style jazz band & Western swing band

Garland

Texas · 194 miles away

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Four-Piece Jazz Band

New Orleans

Louisiana · 459 miles away

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3-15 piece jazz orchestra that plays hits from the swing era!

New Orleans

Louisiana · 459 miles away

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An ultimate party, R&B,, Motown funk and Blues band that will keep you rockin

Biloxi

Mississippi · 528 miles away

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Cody Navarro delivers stunning vocals in a time capsule of Vintage music

Denver

Colorado · 772 miles away

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An Elegant Evening of Jazz

Mérida

Yucatan, Mexico · 817 miles away

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Five piece Jazz band

Hampton

Georgia · 818 miles away

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Single artist

Homosassa Springs

Florida · 917 miles away

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Classic instrumental jazz and hand-picked contemporary songs

Indianapolis

United States · 926 miles away

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One Man Band playing Jazz, standards, vintage rock, Cajun and original music

Savannah

Georgia · 991 miles away

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The World's Loudest Clarinet Player™ Currently recording with Jason Miles.

Naples

Florida · 1,011 miles away

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

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Rates for 1940s era musicians and bands in Austin currently range from about $190 to $2,400+ depending on group size and performance duration. The average cost of $600 reflects the specialist expertise authentic period entertainment requires. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 283 enquiries for 1940s Era Musicians & Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 11 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within two hours
69% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About six weeks
41% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
All year round
No month has more than 12% of events
How far suppliers travel
About 25 miles
For the 76% based outside the event's town

Reviews of 1940s Era Musicians & Bands available in Austin

5/5 from 599 reviews
Photo of The Decades Band The Decades Band "Review from Laura C. from venue 'The Vineyard At Florence'. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "So good! So good! Just heard this band in Florence at the Vineyard! They were amazing! Her vocals were excellent and his guitar playing was incredible! The variety of songs were so familiar and it sounded so good! Would highly recommend them!" Based in Austin, Texas Laura C. - Review was from August 19, 2023 Photo of Texas Gypsies Texas Gypsies "In a word... FABULOUS! These guys gave us just the sound we needed for our fun Prohibition-theme wedding. It is now two weeks later, and all we keep hearing is "Man, that band was fantastic!" They are worth the asking price (which is very reasonable to begin with!) Steve Curry is a great guy and very easy to deal with. I would recommend them without any reservations." Based in Dallas, Texas (182 miles from Austin) Elizabeth A - Wedding Photo of Vintage Jazz & 70s Solo Singer Vintage Jazz & 70s Solo Singer "She was great, my residents absolutely loved her and we will be having her back!" Based in Denver, Colorado (772 miles from Austin) Emily D. - Nursing Home Photo of The Anthony S Experience The Anthony S Experience "Anthony and Jasmine was great to work with.  They were on time and flexible once a torrential downpour came and we had to adjust the run of show some.  They were even kind enough to let my strolling violinist use their gear when hers started acting up.   I would definitely recommend them and use them again if we are back in Atlanta!" Based in Hampton, Georgia (818 miles from Austin) Jonna B. Thoma. CMP - American Association of Airport Executives Photo of The Joshua Silbert Combo The Joshua Silbert Combo "We were thrilled to have your music make our Gala such a fun event! Thank you so much!" Based in Indianapolis (926 miles from Austin) 3rd November 2026 Shelia Carlson, Director of Corporate & Volunteer Partnerships Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana - Gleaners Annual Fundraiser Gala Photo of Gary Strickland Gary Strickland "Gary has done a few events for me as I am a club advisor to students in college. I would say he is all about performing arts, except for the fact that he is just as good with customer service, and interactions on a business level! If he says he'll do something, he follows through with absolute professionalism. Mr. Strickland has been a solo performer on the trumpet, a singer, an EMCEE, a set designer , a professional photographer and crowd pleaser. Should anything unexpected happen, he has the experience and sharp reactions to handle a burgeoning situation without a hitch. I wish I had the time to simply listen to Gary perform outside of the venues for which I have hired him. Maureen Vendeville Professor, ESL Faculty Advisor National Technical Honor Society" Based in Savannah, Georgia (991 miles from Austin) Maureen Vendeville - National Technical Honor Society

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for 1940s era musicians & bands on Gig Heaven is currently $600, with prices ranging from $190 to $2,400+. 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.

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.

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