Big Bands for Hire in Wales

Browse 130 professional big bands available for hire in Wales, United Kingdom. These swing orchestras and jazz ensembles have earned 282 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 130 suppliers listed here, one is based in Wales. The other 129 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 282 reviews of Big Bands
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Star of 'The Rat Pack' and one of the UK's Finest Jazz and Swing Singers

Oxford

England

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Totally authentic big band/swing vocalist.

Morecambe

England

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Book from £450 (GBP)

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Cb+

From a duo up to a 12 piece, CB+ can tailor their band to every even size.

Leeds

England

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Book from £400 (GBP)

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7 piece swing band designed to keep a dance floor full all night.

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland

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Book from €2000 (EUR)

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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

(66)

Book from £1650 (GBP)

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

Southampton

England

(5)

Book from £600 (GBP)

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6/7 Piece Big band with a Big sound, Playing all the Hits But not the usual ones

Stevenage

England

(1)

Book from £400 (GBP)

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Sinatra style singer & entertainer, Solo to Big Band

Chertsey

England

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Book from £360 (GBP)

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Marty Clarke Swing, Soul, Rock N Roll and Pop vocalist

Barton upon Humber

England

(2)

Book from £200 (GBP)

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

Wembley

England

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Book from £11000 (GBP)

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Vintage Swing band with modern hits

London

England

(1)

Book from £1200 (GBP)

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

London

England

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Book from £1400 (GBP)

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

London

England

(1)

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6 piece jazz band, ideal for weddings and corporate events

London

England

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Book from £1200 (GBP)

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

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Big band hire in Wales currently ranges from £140 to £3,000+, 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 98 enquiries for Big Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
68% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
27% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to August
53% 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 Wales

5/5 from 282 reviews
Photo of Andy King of Swing Andy King of Swing "Andy came and performed for us and we all absolutely loved it. During the daytime he delivers a lovely, relaxed jazzy set and in the evening had everyone up dancing to the classic hits of Sinatra etc. All of my guests commented on how brilliant he was and I’d recommend him 100% He was such a nice guy too and went out of his way to accommodate all of our requirements." Based in Heswall, England Joanne Starkey - St Pauls Photo of Steve King Band Steve King Band "What a fantastic band. We booked Steve & the band for my parent's 60th Wedding Anniversary. The music was fantastic and some modern songs were played too. Just brilliant and thank you for making their night extra special" Based in Halesowen, England Moira Warburton-Smith - 60th Wedding Anniversary Photo of Justin Holcroft Justin Holcroft "Justin’s performance was intimate and stunning at the same time. Great communication, very effective preparation and coverage by someone who can play the sax, from Jazz, swing to lounge and bar background music. We would highly recommend Justin to anyone interested in high-quality, paired with a down-to-earth mindset and to-the-point delivery." Based in Audley, England 27th May 2026 Axel Dewitz - Birthday Celebration, Reception Photo of Reggae Winehouse Reggae Winehouse "I got an all-clear result from my PCR Test yesterday, so last night I ventured out to the Jam House to see how much the Brummie music culture had advanced during my almost 2-year absence. Last nights gig was a new venture called Reggae Winehouse a Brummie band with three vocalists doing Reggae versions of Amy Winehouse's repertoire. I liked the idea, and so did a lot of other Brummies who turned out to make a fantastic night. I am old enough to remember when the Windrush Generation started to arrive in Brum bringing their love of music and enjoyment with them. A few of that generation were present last night along with their grandchildren. By the time that the second set started the Jam House was bouncing around St Pauls Square and you couldn't tell the difference between the multiple ethnicities on the dancefloor, we were all just Brummies filled with Joy. I semi walked semi danced on my way home in the early hours, thinking to myself how lucky I am to be a Brummie. The Jam House did our City proud last night, and after 10 years I finally saw the lead singer I always knew was in there. Take a bow Leonie Smith and the rest of your brilliant band !! #nuffsaidfred #ILuvMyCity" Based in Sutton Coldfield, England Fred rose - Live gig Photo of Rich Hazlewood Rich Hazlewood "We had the pleasure of Rich singing last night at my Dad’s 80th party. What a voice and he played a great selection of songs which everyone loved. He made the atmosphere amazing and everyone was dancing, or foot tapping! If you are looking for the wow factor , this guy has it all. We will definitely book him again. Thanks Rich, you put a smile on many faces, and I’m sure everyone is still humming those tunes this morning 😊" Based in Leek, England Sharon Dysart-Chesworth - Private Party 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 Vicki Williams - Wedding Event Planner

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring big bands typically costs between £140 and £3,000+, 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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