Big Bands for Hire in Eastbourne

Browse 133 professional big bands available for hire in Eastbourne, England, United Kingdom. These swing orchestras and jazz ensembles have earned 221 reviews from real clients with an average 5 out of 5 rating, bringing authentic swing era sound to weddings, corporate events and special celebrations.

Of the 133 suppliers listed here, 3 are based within 30 miles of Eastbourne. The other 130 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Hastings and Rye, and suppliers based in Brighton.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 221 reviews of Big Bands
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Authentic, yet compact big band playing the music of roaring 20's to rat pack

Brighton

England · 19 miles away

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duo to big band including anything in between - trio, quartet etc

Brighton

England · 19 miles away

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Book from £500 (GBP)

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Solo singer for all events

Rye

England · 23 miles away

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Book from £250 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Eastbourne

Based more than 30 miles from Eastbourne, nearest first

Singer/saxophonist - solo to big band for jazz, blues and vintage pop/rock

Caterham

England · 39 miles away

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Book from £100 (GBP)

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Vintage Entertainment 1920s, 40s & 50s

London

England · 54 miles away

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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Solo Swing, Rat Pack, Jazz and Big Band singer

London

England · 54 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Vintage Swing band with modern hits

London

England · 54 miles away

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Book from £1200 (GBP)

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Babel Brass Band : the most energetic UK brass band mixing pop, hip-hop & jazz!

London

England · 54 miles away

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

London

England · 54 miles away

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6 piece jazz band, ideal for weddings and corporate events

London

England · 54 miles away

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Cover band covering wedding, events, dinner dance gala events

London

England · 54 miles away

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

London

England · 54 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 · 54 miles away

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Sinatra style singer & entertainer, Solo to Big Band

Chertsey

England · 55 miles away

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Book from £360 (GBP)

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7 Pieces Band , providing ,Jazz, Funk,Blues, Pop, Soul, Reggae music.

Acton

England · 57 miles away

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Book from £750 (GBP)

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

Wembley

England · 60 miles away

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Book from £11000 (GBP)

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Passion, skill, and a singers best friend. Rock solid time.

Winchester

England · 73 miles away

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Book from £130 (GBP)

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Swing band - Authentic 1940s Glenn Miller / Sinatra / '50s / '60s

Southampton

England · 74 miles away

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Book from £600 (GBP)

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

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Big band hire in Eastbourne currently ranges from £130 to £2,650+, with most professional swing orchestras averaging £500 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 107 enquiries for Big Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 20 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
68% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
25% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to August
56% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
Typical distance from a booked supplier's base to the event

Reviews of Big Bands available in Eastbourne

5/5 from 221 reviews
Photo of Kit Packham Kit Packham "Kit was booked to perform at a adult / children’s party. Kit was excellent and managed to blend the first set into an entertaining piece for the adults and kids. To a second set which was a perfect piece for a transition and background piece while w rate food and the kids relaxed. The third set was much more upbeat, grey for the adult entertainment and brought an excitement to the evening. I would not think twice about hiring Kit again. He manage our requirements perfectly , by listening to what we required and delivering on every request. The feedback from all our guests was exceptional! Thank you Kit and hopefully we will see you at the next event. Roy and family" Based in Caterham, England (39 miles from Eastbourne) Roy Deadman (Family party ) - Family party Photo of Dave Octave Sings Dave Octave Sings "We had a fantastic night, Dave Octave was welcoming entertaining and sang effortlessly. My guess all enjoyed his renditions. Thanks again" Based in London, England (54 miles from Eastbourne) 11th November 2025 Aheeka Defreitas 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 (54 miles from Eastbourne) 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 (54 miles from Eastbourne) anon - Wedding Photo of Soul Vibe Band Soul Vibe Band "We hired Soul Vibe Band to play our wedding, and they were fantastic! Kainy who was our contact was very helpful in the lead up to the wedding and was a pleasure to work with, and they even arranged something especially for our first dance, which we hugely appreciated. They keep the energy up and put on a great set, and for a six piece band were exceptionally reasonably priced. I would absolutely recommend them for anyone looking for their own wedding band!" Based in Acton, England (57 miles from Eastbourne) Francis & Hayley Robson - Private Wedding Photo of Five Star Swing Five Star Swing "Just returned from the show at Stamford this evening 22 Nov. Outstanding musical ability, total enthusiasm and hard work, which produced a sound which defied any attempt to keep your hands or feet from moving! They love their music and it showed. It was an superb evening and I will be back." Based in Southampton, England (74 miles from Eastbourne) Eddie Harper, Stamford

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring big bands typically costs between £130 and £2,650+, with an average of £500. 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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