Hire swing band in Derby

WEDDING BANDS - DJ/LIVE BAND - JAZZ BAND - SWING BAND - DJ - JAZZ GROUPS Please enquire for our full range of musicians. Our music company operates as a collective managing some of the finest professional musicians in the North West. We specialise in creating packages for the entirety of your event selecting versatile musicians who can perform a wide range of styles throughout your day. Alternatively, if you'd prefer, we can of course provide you with just one musician or band.

Vocalist Antony Myers, known throughout the UK as 'The Voice Of Vegas' is renowned for his amazing vocal impressions of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Elvis Presley, Neil Diamond and Tom Jones along with other artists such as Nat King Cole, Tony Bennett, Ray Charles, Johnny Cash and Michael Buble. A wide range of show options available from From One Man to Full Big Band Show! Elvis Presley and Neil Diamond tribute show available upon request. Not to be missed!

King Brasstards are a great choice if you’re looking for something different and impressive at your event. Made up of seven professional musicians from Leicester, they have fast developed a reputation for being one of the most entertaining outfits around. The seven piece outfit features a sousaphone, snare drum, horns and percussion, and they spent years honing their skills and performing in different guises before coming together to form a mighty ensemble that covers everything from contemporary pop, swing, jazz, soul and funk, all with a New Orleans twist. The band are fully self contained and mobile, making them ideal for festivals, weddings, parties and other outdoor and indoor events. They pride themselves on putting on a spectacular show, and their versatility in being able to perform a stage show as well as perform energetically in a field, means they are a superb choice for events of all shapes and sizes.

"DECENT CHAPS" fronted by Alan Walker, has played at many prestigious events up and down the country. Decent Chaps quartet has played for Jimmy Carr, Baby Lifeline National Charity Events, Kate Adie, Kenneth Clarke MP, Richard Baker, Freddie Flintoff, Nick Owen to name but a few and play nationwide at many weddings/civil partnerships, birthday/cocktail/dinner/garden parties, balls and civic and corporate functions. Our repertoire includes Jazz, Swing, Latin, Jump-Jive, Trad-Dixie, 1920s-1940s and Ratpack and is excellent for both background and for dancing later in the evening. The instrumentation comprises clarinet, saxophones, flute, piano, vocals, backing vocals, double bass, guitar and drums and we have our own stage lighting. We provide suitable background music during the breaks.

Kals Kats is a vibrant Jump Jive/ swing band with two great vocalists presenting in styles to suit your event eg vintage swing/Great Gatsby/Peaky Blinders We play all over the UK, Europe and Middle East and with our excellent stage presentation together with audience interaction, guarantee you a first class event.

Perfect for weddings, 40's war themes, Rat Pack or any party that requires the best in Big Band and swing music. An excellent 9 piece dance band that also presents as Kal's Kats -jump jive and swing We are delighted to have some of the finest vocalists on the 40's and swing era scene - including Laura Brookes. and Julie Whoolley (Aka Mamma Jules) We present in full U.S Army Air Force uniform as per Glenn Miller or traditional Dinner suits for black tie /Rat Pack events or even take it back in time with Tails coats for the 20's era. Bringing you a perfect balance of Ballroom, Sequence, Latin, Jive, Rock n roll to up beat party medleys including Barn Dances and fun numbers to create that full party buzz. We can also provide some first class dancing demonstrations and tuition via our dance partners Red&Ginger Whether you're looking for an evening of dancing or wanting to host a party or celebrate an event, then The Kalamazoo Dance Ba...

Swing Gitan Uk are a scintillating gypsy jazz quartet from the East Midlands who play the classic swing hits from the famous great Gatsby/prohibition era!!!! The band have a superb reputation as a consistently professional, highly entertaining outfit who can perform for all ages and put on a show to suit all occasions. They are guaranteed to get your toes tapping! Don't forget to check out our videos and audio links. Available to hire as a trio, quartet or a quintet which includes Clarinet or Saxophone. Seeking festivals, Weddings, Swing workshops, Birthday parties, University balls, support slots, headline slots, Restaurant gigs, pubs and Garden parties.

Andy Bayley is a professional singer covering original songs from legends such as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Michael Bublé, Bobby Darin, Nat King Cole and many more. With his dedicated Rat Pack & Swing style, Andy will liven up any event and successfully performs his unique tribute at major events, weddings, functions, hotels, casinos and corporate events as well as appearing at numerous premier sporting events and post-event parties. Andy’s clients often comment on his authentic sound and how much like the original recordings Andy’s performance is. His vocal style is perfectly suited to the swing and Rat Pack sound and his Rat Pack tribute is second to none. The songs he sings are all classics and are easily recognised and enjoyed by young and old alike. Based on the Wirral, he is ideally located to cover the North West of England, North Wales and frequently performs throughout the whole of the UK. Whether it’s a laid back perfo...

`The hottest, swingiest, jumpiest jive band on the scene` From Sinatra to Sugababes, Beatles to Britney, Prima to Prince, Benny Lee & The Whistle Stop 5 have the style and experience to make your event go with a swing. With their unique blend of top-class musicians, they guarantee to bring you and your guests well-known toe-tappin’ tunes — all done with a twist! For your special event, put the music in the hands of Benny Lee and the Whistle Stop Five. It’s the sound decision!

As one of the best Swing singers the UK has to offer, Cambridge Swing Singer Mickey sings all the Rat Pack favourites in his own inimitable style as well as fresh takes on modern classics. Mickey is a highly experienced, professional vocalist. A weddings specialist, he also performs at a wide range of events and has had the pleasure of singing for HM The Queen and Heads of State. "A lovely voice... his rendition of "Hello" is worth the fee alone" (The Times)

Welcome to the home of Your Wedding Entertainment, the premier bespoke wedding entertainment specialists. With an all encompassing, professional approach and enough quality acts of all kinds, we provide the very best live entertainment for your special day. From start to finish, we leave no stone unturned in supplying the best in the business through a personal yet professional service. We aim to put your mind at rest and do what we are best at, so that you enjoy your big day and your guests leave with a smile on their faces. We hope you like our extensive roster of acts, and if there’s one that particularly catches your eye for a part of your special day, please get in touch

The Sleigh Belles are the ultimate in Christmas entertainment! A high energy vocal trio performing upbeat Christmas hits in three part harmony, and with amazing Christmas costumes and fully choreographed dancing, The Sleigh Belles bring the added sparkle of fantastic live music to any Christmas event! The Sleigh Belles are the ideal choice for TV, headline cruise bookings, Christmas light switch on's, corporate parties, weddings, holiday park, and bespoke Christmas events. They are one of the most popular Christmas theme acts in the UK and overseas!

Theblackmarcs are a fantastic duo based in the North East of England but available to perform all over the country. They offer a wide variety of music ranging from the 50s right up to the latest chart releases. This includes hits from some of your favourite artists such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder, Elvis Presley, U2, The Killers, The Stereophonics, Kodaline, Marvin Gaye, The Lumineers and many more. They provide a live band sound within a compact area.

The Jim Wynn Swing Orchestra is Birmingham’s hippest 16-piece big band, specialising in authentic vintage swing music from the 1930s and 40s. Taking its inspiration from the big bands of the swing era, the Orchestra plays the classic original arrangements of Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Fletcher Henderson, Chick Webb and Count Basie amongst others. The Orchestra is a regular at swing dance events and is sure to get the joint jumpin’ !

Hitmen & Her are a 5 to 8 piece outfit performing a wide range of top music! From the 60 s to the present day HM&H have it covered. Want a band that'll make your party one to remember? Then contact us! Playing venues from pubs to castles to football clubs HM&H have a wealth of experience and can guarantee a great night's entertainment. Depending on your requirements we can change our line up from a compact 5 piece to a full 8 piece (including two piece brass section) or any combination in between using professional click tracks to ensure that our sound is always top notch! Our 2 lead vocals (Nicol & Jon aka Diva & Ego) give us the flexibility to perform tracks from all styles and times. Want your party to swing? No problem. Fancy a night of soul and dance? Got it covered! We're happy to play anywhere for anything but most of our work is within the party/wedding/corporate environment. We are completely self contained with an RCF PA system ...

Blind Tiger, a name taken from the prohibition-era secret bars, is a band who reinvigorates contemporary songs with a cool, quirky twist. Imagine a shot of jazz, a splash of latin, a glug of 1950s New York, and you'll be getting into the swing of things. All members are experienced musicians hailing from America to Accrington, and have worked professionally with artist such as; KT Tunstall, Ed Sheeran, Turin Brakes, Curtis Stigers, Grammy award winning songwriter/producer Eliot Kennedy (Bryan Adams, Celine Dion, Spice Girls), The Animals, Steve Cropper (Booker T and The MG's), Paul Heaton (Beautiful South), Plan B, Spencer Davis, Eric Shenkman (Spin Doctors), Janet Devlin (X-Factor), an appearance on Later with Jools Holland and most recently, live on Blue Peter with The Mend! Smaller line-ups are available on request (i.e. 2/3/4-pieces). Please get in touch with your ideas, thoughts or queries; we'd be happy to discuss your unique arrangements!

Whether you're looking for a swinging band for dancing, a jazz band for added sophistication and atmosphere, or a vintage band for your special Gatsby-inspired event, Tessa is happy to oblige! Fronted by the ever-smiling Tessa Smith, the band's size and repertoire can be tailored to suit your needs. Tessa can even offer your guests a 1920s solo Charleston lesson, or teach them to Lindy Hop! Get in touch to chat to Tessa about your event and get an individual quotation based on your musical needs! Lineups available: 1. Solo - Vocalist w/ backing tracks. (From £275) 2. Duo - Vocalist w/ Pianist or Guitarist (From £450) 3. Trio - Vocalist, Pianist, Bassist/Saxophonist (From £650) 4. Quartet - Vocalist, Pianist, Bassist, Drummer/Saxophonist (From £850) 5. Quintet - Vocalist, Pianist, Bassist, Drummer and Saxophonist (From £1050) 6. Sextet - Vocalist, Pianist, Bassist, Drummer, Saxophonist and Trumpeter (From £1250) Tessa also sings ...

The MPR Jazz Ensemble really is one of the country’s finest Jazz specialists working in the music business today. Whether it’s atmospheric music during dining, or at a drinks reception, music for dancing or an all out concert, The MPR Jazz Ensemble is the perfect choice to add style and sophistication to any event. The MPR Jazz Ensemble has a wealth of experience playing at high profile events across the country. They have appeared on ITV’s “This Morning” show with Philip Schofield and Fern Britten and have also performed as the backing band to the 2006 “X Factor” runner up, Ray Quinn. In April 2008 the band was featured in “The Times” and “The Sun” Newspapers after performing for Rupert Murdoch. They have appeared at events along side personalities such as Sebastian Coe, Anthony Worrall Thompson, Duncan Bannatyne, Vince Cable, Barry Cryer and the Jonathan Ross show’s Four Puffs and a Piano. They have also appeared at venues such as The...

The Boogie Knights are Lincoln’s premier function band. The band consists of highly qualified session musicians, a brass section and a unique rapper. Our Musicians have played for the likes of The Sugar Babes, The Saturday’s, Pink & Jamie Cullum. With a comprehensive song list the Boogie Knights cater for all types of events and crowds. Our set lists range from Dolly Parton & The Beatles through to Jessie J & Lady Ga Ga. Booking the Boogie Knights is not just an incredible idea but it is a life changing experience. Some people have compared the experience to that of the birth of your first born child.

After having made music together for over a decade, the core family trio of The Toy Hearts, sisters Hannah (vocals & mandolin), and Sophia (guitar & vocals) together with their father Stewart (Banjo, Dobro, Steel) decamped from their native Birmingham UK, to spend the whole of summer 2013 in the USA, working in and around the bars and honky tonks of the live music capital of the world Austin, Texas. With four studio albums already under their belts already the band spent their time in the lone star state developing the western swing elements of their live show and keeping their musical chops up by sitting in with some of Austin’s finest talents, Toni Price, The Jitterbug Vipers, Whit Smith & Dave Biller. In January 2014 the band kicked the year off in style with the release of the Flyin’ Too High Ep, which was recorded towards the end of their Austin trip, and features Jake Erwin (Hot Club of Cowtown) on Double Bass. The Ep is a representati...

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With an extensive repertoire consisting of Swing from the American Songbook and Soul & Pop favourites, Sean Sinclair is a versatile vocalist who has performed at a variety of prestigious venues including Manchester Cathedral, The Hilton, The Adelphi Hotel & many more! Sean’s experience and versatility means he can adapt to any occasion or audience. He has performed at an array of events and occasions throughout his career ranging from weddings, parties, functions, clubs, restaurants and many more. Sean is also able to provide a full request DJ service and lighting rig.

The Lollipops are a professional vintage inspired vocal trio, with a passion for the music and the fashion of the era! Specialising in Wartime and vintage themed events! The group cover a wide range of repertoire from the 1940s up to the 60s and also cover 70s - modern songs with authentic 3 part harmony arrangements. The Lollipops formed through their love of harmonies. Bound the please the crowd with their authentic choreography, close sweet harmonies and fantastic outfits. They take inspiration from artists such as The Andrew Sisters, The Puppini Sisters, The Chordettes, The Shirelles, That Marvelettes, Bette Midler and many more! They are available for a variety of events such as weddings, birthday parties and private functions, and deliver a fantastic and enjoyable experience with a nostalgic and vintage twist!

ETTA is an energetic, versatile and experienced piano and saxophone duo based in Greater Manchester and available to hire across the UK. Emily (piano) and Hannah (saxophone) specialise in performing a wide repertoire of live jazz and pop music for any event or occasion with the utmost professionalism and taste. (Scroll down to read our reviews) Whether it's chilled out jazz for a drinks reception, party tunes or background music for a wedding ceremony, your entertainment is in safe hands. Our tailored set lists ensure that our music is impeccably suited to the event in question and we are always happy to include your requests. We pride ourselves on providing the perfect finishing touches for your special occasion. ​ No problem if your chosen venue doesn’t have a piano- we can bring along a state-of-the-art keyboard with an incredibly accurate grand piano sound to set up instead. ​ The inspiration for our name comes from the iconic ja...

The Alchemists recreate pop classics from the 30’s to the present day in their own vintage style. They experiment with swing, latin, jazz, soul, funk and more to create a very entertaining night full of surprises. Their repertoire consists of pop favourites from acts as varied as Coldplay, Nina Simone, Arctic Monkeys, Backstreet and many more. Expect your favourite songs in ways you've never heard them before. Each band member has had their own career from playing in professional function bands, playing known festivals and playing hotel contracts worldwide. The band caters to any occasion from chilled, unplugged, lounge music to the front of stage party as the main event.