Big Bands for Hire in Cincinnati

Browse 127 professional big bands available for hire in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. These swing orchestras and jazz ensembles have earned 167 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 127 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Cincinnati. The nearest is based in Columbus, 99 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 167 reviews of Big Bands
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Brass-heavy, New Orleans inspired, UK swing band - from roaming trio to 10 piece

Brighton

England, United Kingdom · 3,973 miles away

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11-piece tribute band to the lady of song!

Gent

Flanders, Belgium · 4,119 miles away

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8 pieces big band for swing, soul, dance music!

Amsterdam

North Holland, Netherlands · 4,124 miles away

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Take a look. No one can do yet... what for over a decade we love to do!

Madrid

Spain · 4,130 miles away

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Brass band, ideal for all acoustic outdoor events

Paris

Île-de-France Region, France · 4,131 miles away

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Jazz and swing quartet, Ella Fitzgerald style

Paris

Île-de-France Region, France · 4,131 miles away

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Pianist/keyboardist/backing vocalist

Almere Stad

Flevoland, Netherlands · 4,136 miles away

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12 piece band playing music by Southside Johnny, Van Zandt and Springsteen

Arnhem

Gelderland, Netherlands · 4,175 miles away

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Oompah Bands/Oktoberfest Bands

Venray

Limburg, Netherlands · 4,192 miles away

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Francis Soul JR. will sing Sinatra’s hit songs with Big Bands

Marbella

Andalusia, Spain · 4,201 miles away

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We provide top-level professional jazz musicians at corporate and private events

Düsseldorf

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · 4,232 miles away

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Group of 3 to 18 musicians for all types of corporate events

Tarragona

Catalonia, Spain · 4,334 miles away

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Rock, jazz, folk, metal

Barcelona

Catalonia, Spain · 4,366 miles away

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Singer and performer

Barcelona

Catalonia, Spain · 4,366 miles away

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Rock'n'roll big band from Barcelona

Barcelona

Catalonia, Spain · 4,366 miles away

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

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$$Average price
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from$4,300USD

Big band hire in Cincinnati currently ranges from $200 to $4,300+, with most professional swing orchestras averaging $750 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 194 enquiries for Big Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 27 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within an hour
72% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About six weeks
36% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
All year round
No month has more than 14% of events
How far suppliers travel
About 35 miles
For the 91% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Big Bands available in Cincinnati

5/5 from 167 reviews
Photo of Stolen Moments Stolen Moments "Spectacular musicians! They were perfect for my wedding reception! I'd recommend them to anyone! Event Date: May 10th, 2015 Services Provided: Jazz Band" Based in Charleston, West Virginia (164 miles from Cincinnati) Angelique Price - Wedding Reception Photo of The Ron Smolen Big Band / Orchestra The Ron Smolen Big Band / Orchestra "Wedding October 14 2023 - University Club - Chicago, IL Hi Ron, I've been meaning to shoot you an email. Thank you guys so much, we had such a wonderful time and were so happy and impressed with the music. With everything going on, there were 2 things about the wedding that made it stand out: the food and the band. Our guests loved the music and it was everything that we could have ever wanted and more. I really meant what I said about how cool it is that you all play this music and hopefully more people my age appreciate the work that you all do. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. We visit Chicago pretty often so we'll keep tabs on when you play and will come say hello sometime soon. Hope you have a happy Thanksgiving! -Ryan & Angela" Based in Chicago, Illinois (250 miles from Cincinnati) Ryan Moorman - Private Wedding Photo of Rick Holland's Uptown Society Orchestra Rick Holland's Uptown Society Orchestra "All Music Review Thom Jurek The title of this set is an apt one. While much of the music presented by the Rick Holland-Evan Dobbins Little Big Band, it hearkens back -- in terms of its sophistication, confidence and outright jazz literacy, not nostalgically -- to an era when progressive jazz, and big bands (this one numbering 10 pieces) flourished on the scene. This is one sophisticated outfit. Featuring the arrangement and compositional skills of Brent Wallarab, Jim Martin, Bill Dobbins and Kerry Strayer, this band struts out the tradition and make some joyous, complex, and elegant music that reflects its own unique identity. The résumés of all these players are impressive and reflected in the confidence of the date. It opens with "SUNY-Triangle," a Martin composition that works its artful sleight-of-hand over Antonio Carlos Jobim's "Triste." Martin uses the rhythmically complex samba and drapes some tough, knotty twists and turns over it. The intro is a beautiful and raucous wake-up call, while the head of the tune, with its staggered entrances and exits -- including some fine soloing by John Viavattine on tenor and John Nyerges on piano -- give this tune a unique identity. "Creature Comfort" is a beautiful mid-tempo ballad by Wallarab with edgeless yet multi-dimensional dissonances written into its harmonics. It swings beautifully and includes a fine, punchy solo by tenorman Glenn Cashman. Besides the originals, there are some fine readings here as well. There's Wallarab's arrangement of Duke Ellington's "Black and Tan Fantasy" that's a thoroughly modern exercise losing none of Ellington's humor or rhythmic complexity. Likewise, Gerry Mulligan's haunting, wee-hours, "Night Lights," is given expert treatment here by Strayer, and Dean Keller's baritone saxophone playing combines Mulligan's sense of lyric and Ben Webster's sense of time. In Time's Shadow reveals that innovation need not sacrifice accessibility or swing. It is convincing evidence that the big band form is alive, well and full of surprises." Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan (272 miles from Cincinnati) Tom Jurek - AMG Photo of Mary Jane Tribute Band Mary Jane Tribute Band "selected the Premium Sound Band to play at my 70's/80's part last year, and they were fantastic! Travis, the leader of the band, started on time, and he had his band dress the theme. It goes without saying that their sound and musicianship was second to none. The private party was filled with dancing and fun! Travis did an excellent job in music selection and instrumental composition of band. In a few weeks, I will host a 2nd annual 70's/80's party, and Travis with the Premium Sound Band will bring the funk! I can't wait to see and dance to his Rick James covers!" Based in Durham, North Carolina (376 miles from Cincinnati) James Fayson - 70s 80s costume party 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 (397 miles from Cincinnati) Tracie T 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, Canada (412 miles from Cincinnati) Sonia Goldstone - The Rick Levine Band

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring big bands typically costs between $200 and $4,300+, with an average of $750. 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.

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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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