Browse 387 swing bands available for hire in Bedford, England, United Kingdom, featuring 1,095 reviews from real clients with an average rating of 5 out of 5. These professional swing ensembles and jazz groups offer sophisticated entertainment for weddings, parties and corporate events.
Of the 387 suppliers listed here, 6 are based within 30 miles of Bedford. The other 381 are willing to travel there.
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Rates for swing bands in Bedford currently range from about £170 to £1,700+, depending on group size, performance duration, and specific requirements. Smaller jazz ensembles and duos typically offer more budget-friendly options, while full orchestras with brass sections and multiple vocalists represent premium entertainment costs. Most clients find excellent value near £600, which usually includes professional sound equipment, varied repertoire, and the flexibility to adapt performances throughout different segments of an event. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 198 enquiries for Swing Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.
Annelise - Jazz & Swing Singer
"What a lovely voice and very talented performer, Annelise Molloy was well received by the audience and was a real success."
Mickey Fordola
"What a fantastic voice, Mickey's performance was outstanding! He entertained our audience of 650 plus members and guests, at our New Years Eve Ball, with effortless charm, from the ballads he began with, to the big band numbers he sang at the end. Many of our guests are still talking about him now! A classy and professional act I would highly recommend."
Harmony In Harlem
"Harmony In Harlem performed at our wedding at the Plaisterers' Hall on London Wall in 2012. We thought that the band was fantastic - our guests loved it and at least one said it was the best music they have ever heard at a function - I certainly thought so!"
Mellowtone Jazz Trio
"The Mellowtone Jazz Trio played for us at an evening reception for our son's Bar Mitzvah, and they were outstanding. We were aiming for a relaxed chilled out atmosphere in a marquee in our back garden, and their music provided the perfect backdrop. We had masses of compliments from family and friends, and we would not hesitate to recommend them. The process of inquiring and booking them was also simple and a pleasure. Thanks for a wonderful evening!"
Harmonica Lewinsky & The Highway Patrol
"Last night I met up with some pals down at the very hospitable Mermaid Inn to check out the latest musical venture of the great Harmonica Lewinsky.
We’ve always been highly entertained by his music hall/cockney act and indeed his 60s/70s cover material, but this was to be something of a completely different flavour – a country/ western swing experience!
Launching into ‘Glendale Train’, Lewinsky and his band, The Highway Patrol, soon had the place rocking. The sound of finger pickin’ Dzal Martin’s Telecaster was the perfect accompaniment and upright bass player Ewan Penkey’s rhythm proved that no drummer was required.
As well as rockers such as ‘Panama Red’, ‘Folsom Prison Blues’ and the brilliant tongue-twisting ‘Hot Rod Lincoln’, Lewinsky and the boys were also able to deliver truly 'hurtin' & heartbreaking' melancholy classics such as Warren Zevon’s ‘Carmelita’ and Kenny Rogers’ ‘Ruby’.
Their touching version of Commander Cody’s ‘Seeds & Stems Blues’, featuring the wonderful pedal-steel guitar playing of John Davis, (who had been impeccable all evening) had me almost crying into my pretzels.
Personality and humour has always been an important part of Harmonica Lewinsky’s act and, with his usual banter and rapport, he certainly didn’t let us down. We particularly enjoyed the tongue-in cheek ‘All My Exes Live in Texas’.
Thanks for a great night, boys – we look forward to the next time."
Chris Weeks
"‘Everybody has commented on how well the party went and absolutely loved your singing - they all really praised you. I think you really made the night and you were so good with the kids I think they will talk about you for a long time.’"