Big Bands for Hire in Wilmington

Browse 120 professional big bands available for hire in Wilmington, North Carolina, United States. These swing orchestras and jazz ensembles have earned 132 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 120 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Wilmington. The nearest is based in Durham, 134 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 132 reviews of Big Bands
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10-11 piece tribute band covering Rick James & Teena Marie

Durham

North Carolina · 134 miles away

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We play the greatest songs of yesterday and today.

Charleston

South Carolina · 152 miles away

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Book from $5500 (USD)

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New Orleans Saxophone & More 7 groups to fit your budget

Charleston

South Carolina · 152 miles away

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

Richmond

Virginia · 232 miles away

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A 12 piece high energy show band play the best dance music of many genres

Richmond

Virginia · 232 miles away

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

Greenville

South Carolina · 257 miles away

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12 piece tropical Latin band

Washington D.C.

District of Columbia · 327 miles away

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

Sugar Hill

Georgia · 348 miles away

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10 psc corporate band

Atlanta

Georgia · 371 miles away

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

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania · 424 miles away

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Live Sinatra Singer Solo Act or Band

Cherry Hill

New Jersey · 426 miles away

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12-piece Motown & Stax soul tribute band

Asbury Park

New Jersey · 467 miles away

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9 Piece Show Band 90 min-2hr Show Ideal for Weddings Clubs Corporate Events

Columbus

Ohio · 484 miles away

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Group of 8 to 9 people ideal for weddings and corporate events

Union

New Jersey · 491 miles away

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R&B 5-piece to 9-piece band. The 9-piece can also perform a full salsa show.

East Orange

New Jersey · 496 miles away

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

Manhattan

New York · 503 miles away

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

Manhattan

New York · 503 miles away

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Saxophonist

Elmont

New York · 504 miles away

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

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Big band hire in Wilmington 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 195 enquiries for Big Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 21 October 2026.

Typical first reply
Within an hour
72% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About six weeks
35% 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 Wilmington

5/5 from 132 reviews
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 (134 miles from Wilmington) James Fayson - 70s 80s costume party Photo of Andrew Thielen Big Band Andrew Thielen Big Band "WE were so glad we found Andrew Thielen Big Band. They are a real band that has been together for over twenty years perfecting their music, showmanship and dazzling variety of music that kept our dance floor jammed. WE almost got swayed into one of these chain bands called Empire something where they throw together bands for one night until we figured out you cannot be a 3 piece band one week and a 12 piece band the next. WE wanted a real band where the band leader has had repeat performances for the most discriminating buyers for years. Every age, everyones taste in music and our twenty something wedding party had the time of our life. Call them now for sensational singers, instrumentalists and organization." Based in Charleston, South Carolina (152 miles from Wilmington) Aaron Hines - wedding reception 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 (232 miles from Wilmington) 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 (426 miles from Wilmington) TheEntertainer org Photo of Motor City Revue Motor City Revue "MCR absolutely ROCKED our Wedding Event!! They brought the house down and then some, w/ rarely an inch of the dance floor empty! Couldn't recommend Layonne and the Motor City Revue crew enough for any and all Live Music needs... now we just need to plan another event!" Based in Asbury Park, New Jersey (467 miles from Wilmington) J. Batson 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 (491 miles from Wilmington) 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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