1950s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Cambridge

Discover 381 professional 1950s era musicians and bands available for hire in Cambridge, England, United Kingdom. These vintage performers have received 1,170 reviews from real clients, maintaining an average rating of 5 out of 5.

Of the 381 suppliers listed here, 8 are based within 30 miles of Cambridge. The other 373 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Peterborough, and suppliers based in Hitchin, Bedford and Letchworth Garden City.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 1,170 reviews of 1950s Era Musicians & Bands

Based near Cambridge

Swing, Rat Pack, Jazz singer

Cambridge

England

(3)

Book from £350 (GBP)

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A five piece Honkytonk, Country Band with a fabulous electric fiddle player

Cambridge

England

(3)

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Jazz Trio

Cambridge

England

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Stylish and Elegant Jazz & Swing Singer

Letchworth Garden City

England · 21 miles away

(19) Replies in ~3 hrs

Book from £150 (GBP)

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Whether you need chilled jazz or upbeat pop, Paul always adds sax sparkle

Hitchin

England · 24 miles away

(10)

Book from £610 (GBP)

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Versatile and Classic Vocalist for Events/Celine Dion Tribute

Hitchin

England · 24 miles away

(19)

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Five piece jazz band which re-invents classic pop and rock songs

Hitchin

England · 24 miles away

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Solo/duo covers 50's 60's 70's covers and originals

Bedford

England · 25 miles away

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Willing to travel to Cambridge

Based more than 30 miles from Cambridge, nearest first

Solo rock’n’roll 50s & 60s guitarist/ singer

Peterborough

England · 30.1 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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High-octane covers by The Stray Cats, 1950’s rockers, T-Rex & more

Welwyn Garden City

England · 31 miles away

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Book from £550 (GBP)

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Vocalist sings a mix of classis from the 50s 60s 70s Jazz, Rock, Pop, Blues etc

Welwyn Garden City

England · 31 miles away

(2)

Book from £175 (GBP)

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Robbie Miller - established solo performer performs swing and 60s/70s

Luton

England · 32 miles away

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Book from £160 (GBP)

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

Chelmsford

England · 35 miles away

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Sax, guitar/vocals and bass playing familiar jazz standards

St Albans

England · 37 miles away

(5)

Book from £390 (GBP)

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5 piece rock n roll covers band playing the old classics

Enfield Town

England · 39 miles away

(1)

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The Starlight Sisters are a vintage vocal harmony trio

Northampton

England · 42 miles away

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5/6 piece Sixties Rock n `Roll Band

Watford

England · 44 miles away

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4 piece 50s rock n roll band playing upbeat vintage and modern music

Ipswich

England · 45 miles away

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Rates for 1950s era musicians in Cambridge currently range from about £110 to £1,300+, depending on group size, performance duration, and specific requirements. Most bookings average around £400, representing excellent value for professional vintage entertainment. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 493 enquiries for 1950s 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 12 hours
59% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
30% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to August
51% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 86% based outside the event's town

Reviews of 1950s Era Musicians & Bands based near Cambridge

5/5 from 58 reviews
Photo of Mickey Fordola Mickey Fordola "What a fantastic voice, Mickey's performance was outstanding! He entertained our audience of 650 plus members and guests, at our New Years Eve Ball, with effortless charm, from the ballads he began with, to the big band numbers he sang at the end. Many of our guests are still talking about him now! A classy and professional act I would highly recommend." Based in Cambridge, England Mark Pawley - Hong Kong Football Club Photo of Beans and Biscuits Beans and Biscuits "We have had Beans and Biscuits at the folk club on various occasions and they are a fabulous fun band with their unique twist on Country, Honkytonk ,Hillbilly ,Americana these guys have the motto of "you can never have too much fun " Its foot tapping and dancing all the way to Honkytonk heaven ,and we shall definately be having them back in 2023" Based in Cambridge, England Brian Burke - Baldock folk club Photo of Annelise - Jazz & Swing Singer Annelise - Jazz & Swing Singer "What a lovely voice and very talented performer, Annelise Molloy was well received by the audience and was a real success." Based in Letchworth Garden City, England (21 miles from Cambridge) Patricia Hunter - Community Event - 09/06/19 Photo of Cara Bo Cara Bo "She sang for my 30th birthday and her voice is honestly so stunning. Incredibly professional and sang some of my personal favourite classics. 100% recommend. You are incredibly talented! Thank you." Based in Hitchin, England (24 miles from Cambridge) 13th July 2026 Sam R - Birthday Party Photo of Paul Arnold, saxophonist Paul Arnold, saxophonist "Paul, was amazing we all had the best night and my husband had a great time !" Based in Hitchin, England (24 miles from Cambridge) Dawn Brooks-Field - 60th birthday party Photo of The Kopy Katz (Rockabilly + Rock & Roll) The Kopy Katz (Rockabilly + Rock & Roll) "A brilliant night with The Kopy Katz, great music, great fun, and even better company and some new friends. 🎸🔥 At The Queen's Arms Pub" Based in Welwyn Garden City, England (31 miles from Cambridge) 28th September 2026 Gianfranco Baldari

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for 1950s era musicians & bands on Gig Heaven is currently £400, with prices ranging from £110 to £1,300+. Pricing typically depends on band size, the length of the performance and whether the act provides its own sound equipment. Most acts specialise in rock 'n' roll, doo-wop and early rhythm and blues hits, so listening to profile samples is a good way to compare what each performer offers.

Hiring 1950s era musicians & bands is a great choice for retro-themed parties, 1950s rock and roll nights, milestone birthday celebrations, weddings and corporate events. The high-energy style of 1950s music is particularly effective at getting guests of all ages onto the dance floor.

Most 1950s era musicians & bands bring their own instruments, amplifiers and PA system for standard venue sizes. For larger events or outdoor performances, additional sound reinforcement may be needed. It is advisable to confirm equipment details with the act when making an enquiry.

Many 1950s era musicians & bands offer complete show packages with authentic 1950s costumes, choreography and audience interaction. Some acts include elements such as dance-offs, hand jive routines and audience sing-alongs that bring extra entertainment value beyond a standard music set.

The 1950s era musicians & bands perform classic rock and roll, doo-wop, rockabilly and early rhythm and blues from the 1950s. Many acts cover songs by artists such as Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly and Little Richard, bringing the energy and excitement of the early rock era to live events.

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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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