Soul Bands for Hire in Padua

Browse 370 professional soul bands and R&B ensembles available for hire in Padua, Veneto, 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 370 suppliers listed here, 3 are based within 30 miles of Padua. The other 367 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Treviso, and suppliers based in Vicenza.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 680 reviews of Soul Bands
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Blues, Funky, Jazz, Soul, Rock group for international gigs

Padua

Veneto

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Jazz trio playing Broadway and bebop standards

Padua

Veneto

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Private and Public events band

Vicenza

Veneto · 19 miles away

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

Verona

Veneto · 44 miles away

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Live acoustic trio for weddings and corporate events

Verona

Veneto · 44 miles away

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

Verona

Veneto · 44 miles away

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Soul, Gospel & Jazzy From Duo to Band

Verona

Veneto · 44 miles away

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Band musicale per matrimoni

Verona

Veneto · 44 miles away

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

Verona

Veneto · 44 miles away

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

Bologna

Emilia-Romagna · 69 miles away

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

Bologna

Emilia-Romagna · 69 miles away

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

Bologna

Emilia-Romagna · 69 miles away

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Acoustic Duo, Funk/Blues/Rnb/Soul lovers

Bergamo

Lombardy · 109 miles away

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Aerosoul is a musical project born from a deep love for black music

Milano

Lombardy · 113 miles away

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Acoustic pop trio: two smooth voices, crunchy rhythm!

Florence

Tuscany · 117 miles away

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From trio to 6 elements professional Jazz band

Florence

Tuscany · 117 miles away

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4-piece covers band performing best soul/pop hits.

Fano

The Marches · 122 miles away

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Electric guitar player available for all kinds of events and studio work.

Innsbruck

Tyrol, Austria · 130 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Soul Bands available in Padua, Veneto, Italy?

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The average price for Soul Bands available in Padua, Veneto, Italy is €1,000 (EUR). Soul bands in Padua typically cost between €200 and €3,550+, with an average of €1,000 for professional performances. Local groups often provide better value through reduced travel costs and familiarity with area venues. Pricing factors include group size, performance duration, equipment requirements, and the band's experience level. Many soul ensembles near you offer package deals that include sound systems, microphones, and extended performance times for optimal value. 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 16 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 Padua, Veneto, Italy

5/5 from 680 reviews
Photo of Jokebox Jokebox "For our intimate wedding of 32 guests, Jokebox Band played at our ceremony and our reception. And what can we say: They exceeded any expectations we had by far. From the heartfelt acoustics in the church, that moved everyone to tears and blended seamlessly into our ceremony to the very fast transition into the garden into the full set band that brought the vibes, everything was perfect. The repertoire was fantastic to go all afternoon, blending jazz vibes and songs for everyone to dance to. When they played narcotic as the grand finale of their set, every single one of our guests was going all in and dancing like it was midnight at around 18:30. They really brought the party to our beautiful reception. Additionally, as regards organization: They were super professional, extremely responsive and completely self-sufficient. We did not have to organize a single thing on the day of and just knew everything would work seamlessly with them. We cannot recommend them enough!" Based in Vicenza, Veneto (19 miles from Padua) 14th October 2026 Julia and Tobias - Private 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 (44 miles from Padua) 30th September 2026 Aileen Benkart - Private Wedding Photo of Double Soul Double Soul "We honestly couldn't have asked for a better band. From the planning stages, Sam was fantastic to work with—responsive, accommodating, collaborative, and genuinely enthusiastic about helping create exactly the atmosphere we wanted. What impressed us most was their willingness to make our wedding uniquely ours. They learned multiple songs especially for us that weren't even part of their normal repertoire, including our first dance. Hearing them perform it live was one of the most emotional moments of the entire day, and we're not sure we'll ever be able to hear that song again without thinking of their incredible performance. On top of that, they were unbelievably flexible with our venue setup. Rather than simply performing in one place, they generously performed across two separate locations, requiring them to pack down, move, and completely reset all of their equipment just so our vision could come to life seamlessly. They made what could have been a logistical headache look completely effortless. Sam, Flip and Marina's talent and energy were exceptional, creating the perfect soundtrack to our cocktail hour and first dance and leaving such a lasting impression on us and our guests. Thank you for helping us create a memory that we will treasure forever." Based in Verona, Veneto (44 miles from Padua) 14th June 2026 Shalom & Charity - Our Wedding @ Conti di San Bonifacio (April 11, 2026) 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 (69 miles from Padua) 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 (69 miles from Padua) 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 (117 miles from Padua) 12th July 2026 Lake garda weddings by Dulcie Butterfly - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring soul bands typically costs between €200 and €3,550+, 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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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