Big Bands for Hire in Whistler

Browse 112 professional big bands available for hire in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada. These swing orchestras and jazz ensembles have earned 129 reviews from real clients with an average 5 out of 5 rating, bringing authentic swing era sound to weddings, corporate events and special celebrations.

All 112 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Whistler. The nearest is based in Richmond, 66 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 129 reviews of Big Bands
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Jazz RB Michael buble duo trio or full band

Richmond

British Columbia · 66 miles away

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Jazz, Swing, Electro Swing, and modern songs reimagined!

Seattle

Washington, United States · 176 miles away

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Book from $1000 (USD)

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3 - 14 Piece Party Band Playing All Styles From Sinatra to Bruno Mars Nationwide

Las Vegas

Nevada, United States · 1,040 miles away

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Jazz Band for corporate and private events

Los Angeles

California, United States · 1,135 miles away

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Dan Olivo + trio, quartet, quintet, 8 & 17 piece bands

Los Angeles

California, United States · 1,135 miles away

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Great 4 to 10 piece band . Great for weddings parties and corporate events

Maywood

Illinois, United States · 1,760 miles away

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Connexion Band is Chicago's Premier full-service Wedding and Corporate Band

Chicago

Illinois, United States · 1,770 miles away

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The most versatile music act in the Midwest!

St Louis

Missouri, United States · 1,783 miles away

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

Dallas

Texas, United States · 1,791 miles away

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

Dallas

Texas, United States · 1,791 miles away

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An Elegant and Classy Jazz Band and More!

Dallas

Texas, United States · 1,791 miles away

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Saxophonist/flautist/clarinetist. With 50 years professional experience

Austin

Texas, United States · 1,894 miles away

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Rick Levine and his band have been entertaining at hundreds of important events.

Toronto

Ontario · 2,072 miles away

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90-120 minute show. 3 shows to select from. Country and/or Crooner music.

Helena

Alabama, United States · 2,165 miles away

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

New Orleans

Louisiana, United States · 2,199 miles away

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6-15 piece New Orleans brass band that plays modern and traditional music

New Orleans

Louisiana, United States · 2,199 miles away

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10 psc corporate band

Atlanta

Georgia, United States · 2,248 miles away

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Elegant live music for your wedding or event

Montréal

Quebec · 2,271 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Big Bands in Whistler?

$Low price
from$280CAD
$$Average price
from$950CAD
$$$High price
from$6,500CAD

Big band hire in Whistler currently ranges from $280 to $6,500+, with most professional swing orchestras averaging $950 for standard event bookings. Pricing reflects ensemble size, performance duration and travel. Full orchestras with established reputations command premium rates, while emerging jazz ensembles offer excellent value for budget-conscious event planners seeking authentic big band sound. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 691 enquiries for Big Bands at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 13 November 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
46% of enquiries, with private events next at 18%
Typical first reply
Within an hour
78% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
30% enquire less than a month before the event
How far suppliers travel
About 40 miles
For the 74% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Big Bands available in Whistler

5/5 from 129 reviews
Photo of Good Co Good Co "We hired Good Co for our 1920's themed holiday party. They were extremely flexible and accommodating, especially when we asked if they would follow our leadership around the office as they gathered people for the party. Awesome talent, great at judging sound vs space. Our office is pretty echo-y and loud, but they found the right balance immediately. Definitely keeping on the books for next time!" Based in Seattle, Washington, United States (176 miles from Whistler) Ashley V - Corporate Party Photo of Elite Jazz Band Elite Jazz Band "I had an incredible experience! I had the opportunity to have Igor and Sergei play the double bass and piano for my proposal, and it couldn’t have been more beautiful. We spoke over Zoom and on the phone to go over the details, and they truly understood my vision. They even checked out some of the songs I wanted to include. They arrived on time and delivered an unforgettable performance. I will definitely hire them again for future events and highly recommend them" Based in Los Angeles, California, United States (1,135 miles from Whistler) Hector Photo of Dan Olivo - Jazz, Swing, Big Band & Pop Dan Olivo - Jazz, Swing, Big Band & Pop "Dan and his band was amazing I threw my wife a surprise 10 year cancer remission party and found Dan Olivo on GigSalad. Soon as I talked to him I knew he was the right person for this special event. He definitely provided a memorable night and was the highlight of the party. I would recommend him without any reservations and can't wait to see him perform again." Based in Los Angeles, California, United States (1,135 miles from Whistler) Ayaz B - Birthday Celebration 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, United States (1,791 miles from Whistler) Elizabeth A - Wedding Photo of The Rick Levine Band The Rick Levine Band "Fantastic Band! Rick is easy to work, dance floor was full all night long. Guests are still talking about how the Rick Levine Band helped make my event a success! Thanks." Based in Toronto, Ontario (2,072 miles from Whistler) Sonia Goldstone - The Rick Levine Band Photo of JBaxterMusic Consortium LLC JBaxterMusic Consortium LLC "All we can say is Wow! Jay and his crew were amaaaaaazing! Truly made the night so memorable and fun. We couldn't be happier. From the minute they got to our house until they packed up their last instrument, they were nothing but professional, polite, respectful and friendly. And let's talk about how talented and entertaining they were! Even our neighbors said that they sat in their driveway and enjoyed the sounds of the evening. They truly ""brought the house down"" and we couldn't be more grateful and appreciative. We thanked Jay, and Rob's in touch w him about Venmo-ing, what we hope is a generous tip for him and his band. Monica, you too have been nothing but so helpful and gracious. It takes a village and we are so grateful for our fantastic village of vendors such as you and Jay. Thanks again for everything!! Tracie T." Based in Richmond, Virginia, United States (2,385 miles from Whistler) Tracie T

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring big bands typically costs between $280 and $6,500+, with an average of $950. The biggest factor in pricing is the number of musicians, as big bands range from around ten players to full ensembles of twenty or more. Performance duration and whether the band includes featured vocalists also affect the cost.

The big bands for hire typically feature between 10 and 20 musicians, including a horn section (trumpets, trombones, saxophones), a rhythm section (drums, bass, piano, guitar) and one or more vocalists. Some big bands on Gig Heaven offer flexible line-ups to suit different venue sizes and budgets.

Hiring big bands is ideal for black-tie dinners, gala events, weddings, corporate parties and ballroom dances. The full, rich sound of a big band creates a sense of occasion and glamour, and is especially effective for events with a swing, jazz or vintage theme.

Because of the number of musicians involved, big bands typically need a larger performance area than a standard band. A space of around 8 by 5 metres is common for a full line-up, though this varies. It is worth discussing staging requirements with the band to ensure the venue can accommodate them comfortably.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

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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