Soul Bands for Hire in Bologna

Browse 376 professional soul bands and R&B ensembles available for hire in Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy. These experienced soul groups specialize in Motown classics, contemporary soul, and dance floor favorites ideal for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations.

Of the 376 suppliers listed here, 3 are based within 30 miles of Bologna. The other 373 are willing to travel there.

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4-piece jazz band performing Jazz, Modern Jazz, Bossa nova, Swing, Soul/R'n'B

Bologna

Emilia-Romagna

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2-piece jazz band performing Jazz, Soul, R&B, Pop, Bossa Nova

Bologna

Emilia-Romagna

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Trio or Quartet, Italian repertoire, jazz and sweet soul music !

Bologna

Emilia-Romagna

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Duo Stella è il nome di un duo acustico Chitarra e Voce femminile

Firenze

Tuscany

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Acoustic pop trio: two smooth voices, crunchy rhythm!

Florence

Tuscany · 50 miles away

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From trio to 6 elements professional Jazz band

Florence

Tuscany · 50 miles away

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Four piece pop disco funk band

Florence

Tuscany · 50 miles away

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"A duo of Florentine musicians who love jazz and soul."

Florence

Tuscany · 50 miles away

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Funky Soul full band with horns and black voices - Motown, Soul, RnB, Disco

Verona

Veneto · 67 miles away

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Live acoustic trio for weddings and corporate events

Verona

Veneto · 67 miles away

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From duo to big band, soul, jazz, elegant and classy music live for your event

Verona

Veneto · 67 miles away

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Soul, Gospel & Jazzy From Duo to Band

Verona

Veneto · 67 miles away

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Band musicale per matrimoni

Verona

Veneto · 67 miles away

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Smarty’s Music is a versatile live music project based in Italy

Verona

Veneto · 67 miles away

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Blues, Funky, Jazz, Soul, Rock group for international gigs

Padua

Veneto · 69 miles away

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Jazz trio playing Broadway and bebop standards

Padua

Veneto · 69 miles away

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Private and Public events band

Vicenza

Veneto · 73 miles away

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Classic tunes, Motown beats and disco hits. We tailor our music to your vibe.

Siena

Tuscany · 81 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Soul Bands in Bologna?

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Hiring soul bands in Bologna typically costs between about €200 and €3,500+, with an average of €1,000 for professional performances. A band based closer to your venue may quote less for travel. Pricing factors include group size, performance duration, equipment requirements, and the band's experience level. Many soul ensembles offer package deals that include sound systems, microphones and longer performance times. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 260 enquiries for Soul Bands at events in Italy, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 20 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
78% of enquiries, with private events next at 10%
Typical first reply
Within two hours
85% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About six months
12% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
July to September
51% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 65 miles
For the 83% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Soul Bands available in Bologna

5/5 from 687 reviews
Photo of Kind Of Two Kind Of Two "They accompanied us brilliantly on the most important day of our lives" Based in Bologna, Emilia-Romagna 2nd August 2026 Javier d. V. - Private Wedding Photo of Diesis Jazz Band Diesis Jazz Band "It was excellent. Very professional and super good musicians. I highly recommend them and if I have the opportunity I will hire them again in the future" Based in Bologna, Emilia-Romagna High Power III - Private Yacht Photo of Sodasauda Sodasauda "From the beginning the group where very helpful and had great communication, on the evening they where so organised and what a fantastic experience it was listening to them all the guests , the Bride and Groom couldn’t have enjoyed it more ! I highly recommend them and look forward to working with them again in the future , thankyou soadsauda 🥰" Based in Florence, Tuscany (50 miles from Bologna) 12th July 2026 Lake garda weddings by Dulcie Butterfly - Wedding Photo of Mrs Moon Mrs Moon "Ms Moon was simply fantastic! Very skilled and professional, they played at our wedding in church and during the aperitif, creating a truly special atmosphere. The guests were also thrilled! We greatly appreciated their talent and energy. Highly recommended!" Translated from Italian Based in Florence, Tuscany (50 miles from Bologna) 10th December 2025 Rebecca Demicheli - Matrimonio Photo of Streettino Jazz Band Streettino Jazz Band "Luca and the streettino jazz band were truly wonderful and made our wedding special and unique. A band of very skilled and down-to-earth professionals who entertained the party from beginning to end with fantastic live music. They accompanied us live during the aperitif and throughout lunch, then got us dancing and having fun after lunch with jazz, swing 😃 and more, plus DJ sets. They are truly down-to-earth and never intrusive. Michele and his band are very kind and follow your musical tastes in the preparation. They can vary in musical genre and are truly very skilled and professional. They are also available to do DJ sets with the music you like most in addition to live music. All the guests were delighted and they in particular made us crazy with joy by getting us to dance swing as we wanted. ☺️ Truly recommended!" Translated from Italian Based in Florence, Tuscany (50 miles from Bologna) Lorenzo - Wedding Photo of The White Keys The White Keys "That was truly wonderful—thank you so much for guiding our big day so beautifully. We couldn’t have wished for a better band. We chose you specifically because you were clear with us from the start. The May initial meeting was great, and you really listened to all our wishes. The guests’ feedback was consistently positive—it was just so much fun for everyone, including us. The music selection was perfect—there was something for everyone, and you were happy to accommodate spontaneous requests. We wholeheartedly recommend you. Thanks again a thousand times, Aileen and Chris" Based in Verona, Veneto (67 miles from Bologna) 30th September 2026 Aileen Benkart - Private Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring soul bands typically costs between €200 and €3,500+, with an average of €1,000. The price depends on the number of band members, performance duration and whether the line-up includes a horn section and backing vocalists. Larger soul ensembles with brass and multiple singers typically cost more than smaller combos.

The soul bands for hire perform classic and contemporary soul music, often blending Motown, funk, R&B and disco into their sets. Many soul bands cover well-known hits from artists spanning several decades, creating a feel-good, dance-friendly setlist.

Hiring soul bands is a popular choice for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, gala dinners and private celebrations. Soul music has broad, cross-generational appeal and is one of the most reliable genres for filling a dance floor.

The soul bands on Gig Heaven range from compact trios and quartets to larger ensembles with horn sections, backing singers and full rhythm sections. A bigger line-up delivers the powerful, rich soul sound, while smaller groups suit tighter budgets and venues.

Most soul bands are self-contained and provide their own PA system, instruments and amplification. For larger events, additional equipment may be needed. For the best experience, confirm technical details with the band before booking.

Some acts work with a fixed singer and others draw from a small pool, so it is worth asking which applies before booking. Where a specific voice matters, naming it at the enquiry stage is the only way to secure it. Acts that rotate singers will normally say so and can often send recordings of each.

A four or five-piece with a strong singer fills most function rooms, and the difference at that size is closer to weight than to energy. Larger rooms and higher guest numbers are where the extra players start to matter. Guest numbers and the room are a better guide to this than the size of the budget.

A smaller group leans on voice and rhythm, so brass-driven material is either rearranged or left out. Larger line-ups cover the catalogue much as recorded, which matters when particular songs have to be in the set. Naming those songs is the quickest way to find out which size suits.

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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