Big Bands for Hire in Margate

Browse 132 professional big bands available for hire in Margate, England, United Kingdom. These swing orchestras and jazz ensembles have earned 177 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 132 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Margate. The nearest is based in Rye, 41 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 177 reviews of Big Bands
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Group of 8 to 9 people ideal for weddings and corporate events

Union

New Jersey, United States · 3,537 miles away

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Book from $500 (USD)

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12-piece Motown & Stax soul tribute band

Asbury Park

New Jersey, United States · 3,547 miles away

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Book from $3500 (USD)

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Live Sinatra Singer Solo Act or Band

Cherry Hill

New Jersey, United States · 3,602 miles away

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10 to 16 piece swing band playing the classics of the 20s to the 40s.

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania, United States · 3,606 miles away

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Book from $3275 (USD)

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

Toronto

Ontario, Canada · 3,612 miles away

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Book from $1000 (CAD)

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6 to 11pc Band - any venue/event (Lounges, weddings, club, corporate, private)

Richmond

Virginia, United States · 3,808 miles away

(2) Replies in ~1 hr

Book from $2500 (USD)

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10-11 piece tribute band covering Rick James & Teena Marie

Durham

North Carolina, United States · 3,939 miles away

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Book from $3500 (USD)

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

Chicago

Illinois, United States · 4,011 miles away

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Book from $4750 (USD)

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

Maywood

Illinois, United States · 4,017 miles away

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Book from $1500 (USD)

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New Orleans Saxophone & More 7 groups to fit your budget

Charleston

South Carolina, United States · 4,136 miles away

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Book from $250 (USD)

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The most versatile music act in the Midwest!

St Louis

Missouri, United States · 4,262 miles away

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Book from $350 (USD)

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10 psc corporate band

Atlanta

Georgia, United States · 4,271 miles away

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Book from $4000 (USD)

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

Helena

Alabama, United States · 4,393 miles away

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Book from $500 (USD)

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I provide different sized bands - Jazz, blues, Bossa Nova, Latin Jazz and more.

North Miami

Florida, United States · 4,487 miles away

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Book from $500 (USD)

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Jazz / swing / top40 & Latin band

Miami

Florida, United States · 4,494 miles away

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Book from $1200 (USD)

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

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Big band hire in Margate currently ranges from £140 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 29 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
69% 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
57% 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 Margate

5/5 from 177 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 (64 miles from Margate) 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 (66 miles from Margate) 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 (66 miles from Margate) 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 (66 miles from Margate) 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 (72 miles from Margate) Francis & Hayley Robson - Private Wedding Photo of The Tributes The Tributes "Great Big Band with a very varied song list,, Not some of the usual stuff,, played different versions of 70s and 80s classics Will be looking out for their next gig" Based in Stevenage, England (77 miles from Margate) Ian Whiting - Pub gig

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring big bands typically costs between £140 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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