1920s, 30s & 40s Style Bands for hire

Hire a 1920s, 1930s or 1940s band for a wedding, party or event. Choose from 257 of the best vintage themed acts based right across the UK. Take your guests back to the golden age of swing, the roaring 20s and 30s, prohibition and the Great Gatsby...
Premium acoustic jazz & funk!

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Stroud, Gloucestershire

Book from £600* - get a quote

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A wonderful jazz quartet with a continental sound

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Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

Book from £945* - get a quote

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Big band - great music!

14 reviews

Oxford, Oxfordshire

Book from £1500* - get a quote

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Multi Award-Winning, Internationally In-demand Jazz Artist

4 reviews

Chepstow, Monmouthshire

Modern and contemporary music arranged in a jazz and funk style!

1 review

Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

Book from £375* - get a quote

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Five piece jazz band which re-invents classic pop and rock songs

4 reviews

Hitchin, Hertfordshire

Book from £1250* - get a quote

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The authentic sound of New Orleans

1 review

Oxford, Oxfordshire

Book from £940* - get a quote

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1920s covers of modern songs

54 reviews

Bristol, Bristol

Book from £350* - get a quote

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From eloquent Jazz, to traditional, uptempo Swing, and Gatsby music

3 reviews

Bristol, Bristol

Book from £885* - get a quote

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Luxurious sax and piano duo

1 review

St. Albans, Hertfordshire

Book from £885* - get a quote

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Wonderful, High Energy and Versatile Vintage Trio

11 reviews

St. Albans, Hertfordshire

Book from £810* - get a quote

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Professional JAZZ SINGER available as duo/ trio/ quartet/ quintet

18 reviews

Wallingford, Oxfordshire

Book from £200* - get a quote

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A musicians collective with a focus on Gypsy Jazz.

12 reviews

Bristol, Bristol

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Guitar and Vocal Duo - Classic mix of Vocal Jazz and Blues.

5 reviews

Bristol, Bristol

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The classic era of the American songbook!

1 review

Bristol, Bristol

Book from £825* - get a quote

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Frequently asked questions


You should always check whether or not your act is prepared to play outdoors. It’s sometimes not possible for acts that use a lot of electronic equipment to perform anywhere where it might rain.If the act is happy to perform outdoors you should plan to have electrical outlets close to the performance area and provide a flat surface as well as a cover in case of rain.

Each event is different but the typical performance time for 1920s, 30s & 40s style bands is 2 x 45 minutes sets within a 2 hours period. Some acts are happy to play longer sets or additional sets. Often, breaks can be negotiated but you should be aware that the price may increase if the musicians need to be onsite for a longer period of time.

Booking 1920s, 30s & 40s style bands as early as possible increases the chance of securing their availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many acts also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged performances for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Most 1920s, 30s & 40s style bands are self-contained and provide their own sound equipment which is suitable for typical situations. If your event is to be held in a large venue, or you have more than 300 guests, we recommend that additional sound equipment should be used. Always ask your act about their sound system requirements. Some 1920s, 30s & 40s style bands have lighting systems, but most usually will charge extra for this or recommend a third party supplier for you to use.

The cost of hiring musicians can vary significantly depending on the type of act. The average price is currently £787. Budget-level acts may be available for as low as £100, while top-tier acts can command prices as high as £3995.

Frequently asked questions about 1920s, 30s & 40s Style Bands, how to register and how results are ordered are in the help & FAQs.

About these 1920s, 30s & 40s Style Bands

Transport your guests back to a moment in time where dances such as The Charleston, Shimmy and Foxtrot were most fashionable and where swing bands dominated dance halls across the United Kingdom! A 1920s, 30s or 40s vintage band can add an extra special touch to your event making it particularly exciting and different from your average party band.

By hiring a vintage swing band you will not only be bringing amazing music to your event, but also a mesmerising atmosphere, as many swing bands come with a backing brass band which will get every audience member on their feet to the swing beat! Extremely popular at themed parties, a 1920s band can electrify your event in ways that many other bands could only dream of. The musicians in the band dress in true 1920s costume, playing both classic hits and modern songs with a twist!

When choosing your 1920s band, it's important that you consider the size of the band, and the space they will be occupying at your event. You'll need to make sure that the band you book will be physically able to fit into the space you want them to play in. For example, you can't book an eight piece band to play in a corner of a marquee or sports hall as there wouldn't be enough space. Every band will have a technical rider, which dictates what they will need to be able to perform at an event, so you will have to adhere to the list and any other requirements they may have. This may include things like a dressing room, a hot meal and a suitable parking space for loading in and loading out equipment.

1920s, 1930s, 1940s Themed bands

By booking a vintage 1920s swing band you're guaranteed to have a fantastic event that guests won't forget for a long, long time! Take a trip down memory lane with a Gatsby, prohibition or world war 2 themed party.

The 1920s, 30s & 40s Style Bands featured on this page are all members of the LastMinuteMusicians.com entertainment directory. Use the refine section at the top of this page to find 1920s, 1930s or 1940s themed bands close to you. Simply choose a county or enter a post code into the "available in" box to refine the listings to your local area. Click the "visit listing" button to see the full profiles of the individual 1920s, 30s & 40s Style Bands. With 257 superb bands to choose from you are sure to find the ideal entertainer to make your wedding, party or event just perfect. Don`t forget you can use our online chat (below) to get instant help with your booking.

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