1950s Era Musicians & Bands for Hire in Harrogate

Discover 337 professional 1950s era musicians and bands available for hire in Harrogate, England, United Kingdom. These vintage performers have received 1,076 reviews from real clients, maintaining an average rating of 5 out of 5.

Of the 337 suppliers listed here, 6 are based within 30 miles of Harrogate. The other 331 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in York, Leeds and Tadcaster.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 1,076 reviews of 1950s Era Musicians & Bands

Based near Harrogate

Solo singing guitarist, from 50's Rock n Roll to modern pop

Harrogate

England

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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8 piece swing band with male vocals performing hot swing and Jive

Harrogate

England

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Compact 13-piece Party Swing Band playing Sinatra/Bublé/Tom Jones/Nat King Cole

Tadcaster

England · 13 miles away

(66)

Book from £1650 (GBP)

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Solo singer guitarist with a looper pedal

Leeds

England · 13 miles away

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Terrific 50's 60;s & 70's duo

York

England · 19 miles away

(2)

Book from £450 (GBP)

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50's and 60's Rock and Roll Duo

York

England · 19 miles away

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60's and 70's Function / Dance band

Burnley

England · 31 miles away

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Book from £650 (GBP)

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Singer of various types of popular songs.

Bury

England · 41 miles away

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3 piece sousaphone banjo clarinet

Sheffield

England · 42 miles away

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Trumpet playing Wedding ceremony music or background jazz

Manchester

England · 45 miles away

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Exceptional quality live dinner jazz for your special occasion!

Manchester

England · 45 miles away

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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 · 45 miles away

(12)

Book from £230 (GBP)

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Upbeat acoustic guitar vocalist based in the North West of England

Manchester

England · 45 miles away

(1)

Book from £150 (GBP)

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

Manchester

England · 45 miles away

(1)

Book from £160 (GBP)

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jazz and blues guitar and vocal duo perfect for Drinks receptions

Manchester

England · 45 miles away

(1)

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Four Piece 50's & 60's Rock n Roll Tribute Band

Beverley

England · 46 miles away

(4)

Book from £450 (GBP)

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

Stockport

England · 47 miles away

(1)

Book from £420 (GBP)

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Versatile singer guitarist covering popular songs from 50’s to present day

Scarborough

England · 50 miles away

(1)

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How much does it cost to hire 1950s Era Musicians & Bands in Harrogate?

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Rates for 1950s era musicians in Harrogate currently range from about £120 to £1,350+, 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 491 enquiries for 1950s Era Musicians & Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 27 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
59% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
31% 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 Harrogate

5/5 from 76 reviews
Photo of Leon Marshall Leon Marshall "Really talented guy. Early and organised. No problems and good with our customers. Thanks!" Based in Harrogate, England Aimee S - Restaurant Photo of Mr Swing's Dance Orchestra Mr Swing's Dance Orchestra "We just wanted to drop you a quick message to say thank you so much for being such a fantastic part of our wedding last week! We have lost count of the number of guests who commented on how fantastic you all were, both on the night itself and in messages afterwards. The atmosphere was exactly as we had hoped it would be. We can’t think of a better way that we could have gotten all of the different people from all walks of our lives up and dancing all night! Dexter particularly isn’t much of a dancer so I hope you do take it as the high praise that it is that he was on the dance floor for so much of the evening. We also just wanted to say a massive thank you for being so flexible with the timings and playing later than planned without any issue. Hope the rest of the wedding season continues to be such a success. Thanks so much again." Based in Tadcaster, England (13 miles from Harrogate) Helen & Dexter - Wedding - Tyne & Wear Photo of True Vintage True Vintage "Very good show, great meeting you and having your show here in Norfolk hopefully we will have you again sometime!! Norman & Helen." Based in York, England (19 miles from Harrogate) Norman & Helen Illsley - Sheringham Theatre Photo of The Backbeats The Backbeats "The Backbeats were fantastic to work with and were thoroughly enjoyed by the guests at Frances's 60th birthday party. Martyn was very easy to communicate with in the lead-up to the party, and when we needed to change their set times, they were happy to adapt. I would be more than happy to book them again in the future. Emma Sanders - Blind Tiger Events" Based in Burnley, England (31 miles from Harrogate) 29th July 2026 Emma Sanders - 60th Birthday Photo of Trumpet for events Trumpet for events "Many people came up to me after the service saying how genuinely touched they were by your performance. My Uncle and my Dad were sat behind me during the service and you literally reduced them both to tears. I have never seen either of them cry before. It was extremely moving, your performance was beautiful and perfect. Rob would have absolutley loved it. Thank you much for performing for us and for your professionalism and sympathy. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to anyone" Based in Manchester, England (45 miles from Harrogate) 18th September 2026 Sarah - Funeral 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 (45 miles from Harrogate) 13th January 2026 Lili C - Private Wedding

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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 £120 to £1,350+. 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.

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