Big Bands for Hire in Coimbra

Browse 122 professional big bands available for hire in Coimbra, Portugal. These swing orchestras and jazz ensembles have earned 131 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 122 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Coimbra. The nearest is based in Porto, 66 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 131 reviews of Big Bands
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duo to big band including anything in between - trio, quartet etc

Brighton

England, United Kingdom · 835 miles away

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Brass-heavy, New Orleans inspired, UK swing band - from roaming trio to 10 piece

Brighton

England, United Kingdom · 835 miles away

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Sinatra style singer & entertainer, Solo to Big Band

Chertsey

England, United Kingdom · 860 miles away

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Leading live-band of the world From 6 members upto 50 members on stage

Wembley

England, United Kingdom · 875 miles away

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Book from £11000 (GBP)

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Vintage Entertainment 1920s, 40s & 50s

London

England, United Kingdom · 876 miles away

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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Vintage Swing band with modern hits

London

England, United Kingdom · 876 miles away

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Book from £1200 (GBP)

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Saxophonist supplying anything from solo to big band. All styles!

London

England, United Kingdom · 876 miles away

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6 piece jazz band, ideal for weddings and corporate events

London

England, United Kingdom · 876 miles away

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Afrobeat, Amapiano cover band with popular Soul & R&B classics also

London

England, United Kingdom · 876 miles away

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Book from £4500 (GBP)

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Providing small to large jazz groups for all occasions.

London

England, United Kingdom · 876 miles away

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Funk Soul Motown Disco Pop 8, 9, 10pc + Lighting/sound engineer inc. DJ service.

Warwick

England, United Kingdom · 895 miles away

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Book from £2300 (GBP)

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Jazz band, perfect for weddings, corporate events and other engagements.

Royal Leamington Spa

England, United Kingdom · 896 miles away

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Music for all occasions, from duo to big band

Halesowen

England, United Kingdom · 898 miles away

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5 piece cover band performing pop hits from 50's to present day

Birmingham

England, United Kingdom · 902 miles away

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Book from £1700 (GBP)

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Shades Orchestra – a 17-piece ensemble with a powerful sound

Birmingham

England, United Kingdom · 902 miles away

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

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Big band hire in Coimbra currently ranges from €170 to €3,600+, with most professional swing orchestras averaging €650 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 73 enquiries for Big Bands at events in Portugal, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 30 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within an hour
92% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About five months
15% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
July to September
51% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 80% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Big Bands available in Coimbra

5/5 from 131 reviews
Photo of Sinatra Experience Sinatra Experience "The perfect accompaniment to the cocktail party Everything, from start to finish, was perfect. Mark was very flexible and professional. Every detail was taken care of and the band sounded incredible. Everyone enjoyed the experience and I’m very grateful to David for creating the perfect atmosphere for my cocktail party. Thank you very much!" Based in Madrid, Spain (249 miles from Coimbra) 27th April 2026 Cleo & John - private wedding Photo of MiSax MiSax "Your performance was just what we hoped for, backed by real talent and warmth. Your music brought effortless, beautiful precision to our reception. Never overdone, always just right. Thanks a million MiSax!" Based in Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France (742 miles from Coimbra) 22nd September 2026 Tanya Wilson - Private wedding Photo of The Sax Player The Sax Player "Whether as MD, arranger or instrumentalist (or as is often the case, all three), Simon brings a level of rock-solid professionalism that makes everything a pleasure. His exceptional talents as an instrumentalist go without saying. But he is a dependable and hugely reassuring presence onstage and great fun off it. A real asset to any ensemble. Alexander Armstrong" Based in London, England, United Kingdom (876 miles from Coimbra) Alexander Armstrong - Multiple gigs Photo of Hot Shoes Hot Shoes "We couldn't have been more delighted with Hot Shoes performance, the dance floor was packed from the moment they started and stayed that way for the whole set!" Based in London, England, United Kingdom (876 miles from Coimbra) anon - Wedding Photo of Funk'N'Soul Function Band Funk'N'Soul Function Band "Funk’N’Soul performed at a wedding celebration held at Maisemore Gloucestershire on 28th August. The two hour set and DJ kept everyone on the dance floor, which was exactly what was wanted!! Awesome night!" Based in Warwick, England, United Kingdom (895 miles from Coimbra) Vicki Williams - Wedding Event Planner Photo of The Wedding Jazz Company The Wedding Jazz Company "Hired a jazz trio with Dan for my wedding - which was themed around an outdoor garden party. Dan was fantastic at keeping in touch and booking couldn't have been easier. The guys were there and ready for when they said they would be, and they were absolutely brilliant! Provided the perfect backdrop to our event, excellent musicians too. I would have no hesitation in recommending these guys, and should I have any events in future that would suit some smooth jazz then these guys would be top of the list!" Based in Royal Leamington Spa, England, United Kingdom (896 miles from Coimbra) Sean - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring big bands typically costs between €170 and €3,600+, with an average of €650. 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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