Big Bands for Hire in Pittsburgh

Browse 132 professional big bands available for hire in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. These swing orchestras and jazz ensembles have earned 146 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 132 suppliers listed here, 4 are based within 30 miles of Pittsburgh. The other 128 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 146 reviews of Big Bands
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10-11 piece tribute band covering Rick James & Teena Marie

Durham

North Carolina · 313 miles away

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12-piece Motown & Stax soul tribute band

Asbury Park

New Jersey · 315 miles away

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A Jazz Soul singer/band available for weddings, parties and corporate events.

Manhattan

New York · 317 miles away

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Book from $300 (USD)

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Whimsical, modern jazz vocalist perfect for your wedding, party, or any event!

Manhattan

New York · 317 miles away

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Book from $250 (USD)

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Emily Mazzella is a Jazz vocalist, ideal for weddings and cocktail hours.

Jefferson Valley-Yorktown

New York · 329 miles away

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Book from $200 (USD)

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Saxophonist

Elmont

New York · 330 miles away

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Book from $225 (USD)

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10 Piece Powerhouse Event Band

Saratoga Springs

New York · 368 miles away

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Jamband/ fusion/ RnB/ classic rock70s-2000s/blues/ jazz/ gospel

Greenville

South Carolina · 408 miles away

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Book from $250 (USD)

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11 Piece Dance Band / Presenting Big Band Music and Nostalgia

Chicago

Illinois · 410 miles away

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

Chicago

Illinois · 410 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 · 420 miles away

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Book from $1500 (USD)

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Elegant live music for your wedding or event

Montréal

Quebec, Canada · 477 miles away

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Broad St Jazz Bands performs at a wide variety of special events

Sugar Hill

Georgia · 491 miles away

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Book from $800 (USD)

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10 psc corporate band

Atlanta

Georgia · 522 miles away

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Book from $4000 (USD)

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We play the greatest songs of yesterday and today.

Charleston

South Carolina · 530 miles away

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

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from$200USD
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from$4,050USD

Big band hire in Pittsburgh currently ranges from $200 to $4,050+, 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 193 enquiries for Big Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 1 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within an hour
73% 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 15% of events
How far suppliers travel
About 35 miles
For the 91% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Big Bands available in Pittsburgh

5/5 from 146 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 (169 miles from Pittsburgh) Angelique Price - Wedding Reception Photo of Swing Shift Big Band/Wedding Band Swing Shift Big Band/Wedding Band "Thank YOU and the band so much - I'm only sorry we cut into your playing time (speeches and photos)! Everyone absolutely loved the band and was blown away by your sets- we'll hope to catch you and the full Swing Shift band at the Rex sometime in the future and buy you a drink!" Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada (227 miles from Pittsburgh) Jesse and Lilly - Private wedding with little big band 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 (227 miles from Pittsburgh) Sonia Goldstone - The Rick Levine Band 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 (241 miles from Pittsburgh) Tracie T Photo of Sinatra & Friends Entertainer Sinatra & Friends Entertainer "Our top performer. Friendly, accommodating has audio equipment to handle any type of performance." Based in Cherry Hill, New Jersey (264 miles from Pittsburgh) TheEntertainer org Photo of Soular Rhythm music and entertainment Soular Rhythm music and entertainment "Love this band, love these people....and that's all I gotta say!" Based in Union, New Jersey (301 miles from Pittsburgh) Karl Becker - Private wedding

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring big bands typically costs between $200 and $4,050+, 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.

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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