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Looking for a party band or a wedding band to hire in Colchester? Find Pop, Jazz, Classical & Vintage Bands, Dixieland Trad & Swing Jazz Bands, Barn Dance, Ceilidh & Irish Bands, Klezmer, Gypsy Swing & Steel Bands and more!

1940s Blitz Big Band

Rated 4.50 out of 5

Hertfordshire Vintage Jazz

Dressed in period costume, The 1940s Blitz Big Band specialises in authentic performance of those swinging hits and much-loved anthems from the wartime era. Glenn Miller springs into life before your eyes!

78rpm

Rated 4.67 out of 5

London Swing Jazz

78rpm present Ratpack, Swing and Jazz classics, all served up with stylish vocals and supreme musicianship. Impeccably turned out, this band is perfect for weddings, social occasions and corporate receptions

80’s Forever

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Wiltshire 1980's Tribute

'80s Forever give you the best of the glamorous 1980s. From Bananarama and Madonna to Dexy’s Midnight Runners, Chaka Khan and Wham, expect the very best dancefloor fillers, presented in authentic '80s costume.It's a brilliant '80's Tribute!

Abba Alive

Wiltshire Abba Tribute

Abba Alive presents a superb four-piece tribute to the smash-hit '70s band Abba. Complete with authentic costumes, lightshow and disco-style music in the breaks, it all adds up to a splendid evening's entertainment.

ABBAGirls

Rated 4.67 out of 5

London Abba Tribute

With superb singing, terrific stage-presence and wonderfully glamorous costumes, it's no great surprise that the ABBAGirls stageshow has rapidly become one of the biggest popular UK spectacles of recent times

ACDarts African Drums And Dance

Rated 4.90 out of 5

London African drums

African drums, energetic choreography and colourful costumes get both young and old clapping and dancing along to a fusion of exotic rhythm and evocative melody, creating an exciting carnival atmosphere

All Stars Trad Jazz

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Dixieland Jazz

The All Stars Trad Jazz Band brings the spirit of the New Orleans carnival to your wedding, party or corporate event. An acoustic trio from the band evokes the perfect atmosphere for an outdoor drinks reception

Backbeat Beatles

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Liverpool Beatles Tribute

The Backbeat Beatles recapture the fresh enthusiasm of the early 'Fab Four' at their brilliant best. These guys present a show which is so musically and stylistically authentic, it's much more than simply a tribute

Band Of Wolves

Rated 5.00 out of 5

West Sussex Blues & R 'n' B

R'n'B refashioned into a rock-band context - think Climax Chicago Blues Band or John Mayall's Bluesbreakers - Band Of Wolves will give you high-quality heartfelt renditions of the cream of American electric blues

Banish Misfortune (with caller)

Rated 4.91 out of 5

London Ceilidh

London-based Banish Misfortune comes complete with a professional dance-caller, who will demonstrate and organise energetic country dances accompanied by lively sets of traditional Celtic songs and tunes

Banish Misfortune Irish

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Irish

Banish Misfortune performs a well-presented, eclectic and versatile mix of traditional and modern Irish songs, melodies and dance-tunes, certain to delight and enthrall audiences of all ages and all backgrounds

Boomtown Swingalings

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London

The Boomtown Swingalings are a group of young aficionados from the London thriving London swing scene that present a very exciting blend of jazz from the golden age of swing, perfect for a 1920s, 1930s or 1940s-styled event

Caribbean Heatwave

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Steel Pan

The London based Caribbean Heatwave steel pan combo performs a mix of traditional steel pan and can also include Reggae pop classics that will fill the dance floor. The band can bring a limbo dancer if required.

Charleston Charlies

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Manchester 1920s Vintage Jazz

The Charleston Charlies will whisk you back on a nostalgic journey to the bandstand of The Savoy Ballroom, circa 1929. Their infectious, pitch-perfect rendition of '20s classics instantly recreates the Jazz Age

CoolBeans

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Buckinghamshire Pop Band

An exceptional high-energy party band with male and female lead vocals and beautiful harmonies, they will get you dancing from their first song to their last encore with stunning musicianship and stage-presence

Diáspora

Rated 4.88 out of 5

London Salsa

Diáspora presents a five to eleven-piece Latin band combining traditional and contemporary salsa with a variety of jazz, funk, rock and pop influences, bringing you a fresh, feisty and unique Latin music experience

Excelsior Vintage Trad Jazz Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Berkshire Dixieland Jazz

Excelsior Vintage Trad Jazz Band will generate a Dixieland carnival atmosphere at your garden party or drinks reception. Ranging from an acoustic quartet to a full six-piece band, it's iconic Trad Jazz at its very best

Five Star Swing

Rated 4.75 out of 5

London Swing Jazz

Stylish, authentic musical arrangements are the hallmark of Five Star Swing. When this eight-piece Little Big Band step out in style, Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra and Shirley Bassey come to life before your eyes

Frank Sinatra Ultimate Tribute Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Sinatra Tribute

With over three decades of acclaimed stage appearances in London theatres and prestigious venues in the UK, David Alacey has all the experience necessary to create and deliver his fine tribute to Frank Sinatra

Funk Monkeys

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Buckinghamshire Funk

Young and lively, dedicated followers of Funk, The Funk Monkeys are on an urgent mission with their main aim to bring the legendary Motown, Soul and Disco party experience vividly to life, before your very eyes

FUNKology

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Pop and Funk

With a repertoire of guaranteed dancefloor-fillers spanning six decades, FUNKology will keep you and your guests dancing all night long. Expect classic Funk, Soul, Motown, Disco and Pop grooves.

Funky Groove

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Pop and Funk

This stylish, superbly-presented band is equally at home with Funk, Soul, Motown and Pop. You can expect a non-stop, high-energy performance of a diverse range, from classic tracks to present-day chart hits

Fuse

Rated 4.67 out of 5

London Function Band

Fuse is a six piece professional party band presenting a repertoire of dance floor fillers from the 1950s to now. You can expect a jam-packed dance floor when Fuse takes the stage.

Gary Grace Sinatra Tribute Band

London Sinatra Tribute

Want the glamour, excitement and razzmatazz of Frank Sinatra - Ole Blue Eyes himself - for your celebration party or social event? A veteran of the London cabaret and theatre scene, Gary Grace is your man

Grand Central

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Buckinghamshire Pop and Funk

Gutsy guitar, funky bass and steaming drums really get the party going - add superb vocals and you've got a truly exciting combination. Grand Central is a scintillating five-piece outfit packing a massive sound

Grinch Mountain

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London American Bluegrass

Grinch Mountain - London’s premier bluegrass band - gives you fiddle and banjo led Vintage Americana at its very best. The band includes a dance caller to get everyone up on their feet for a good ole hoedown barn dance!

Harmony Girls

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Surrey 1940's Vintage Trio

Move over, The Andrews Sisters! This glamorous close harmony trio bring the boogie back to life. With an extensive repertoire of vintage songs from the 1940’s, the group recreates the period with talent, verve and enthusiasm.

Hussy

Rated 4.89 out of 5

London Indie, Rock & Pop

Whether it's a wedding reception, a birthday celebration, a private or corporate event or even a university ball, these guys can present exactly the right mix of popular music to get a party going with a real swing

Jalikunda African Drums

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol African Drums

Jalikunda presents a blend of West African melody and rhythm, with the rippling harp-like sounds of the kora and hand-held djembe drums generating mesmerising cross-rhythms that will set the pulses racing

Jamma De Samba

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Bristol Samba

Importing the pulsating, vibrant rhythms of Brazilian Carnival to the UK, this scaled-down version of a Samba troupe is designed to bring those infectious Latin beats to indoor events or more intimate occasions

Jazz It Up

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Hertfordshire Funk

Looking for a funky Swing Jazz band with added raunchy Rock 'n' Roll and sleek, smooth Soul? Talented four-piece Jazz It Up presents all this plus their very own take on Motown standards and Pop favourites

Jazzification

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Swing Jazz

Versatility and flexibility are major watchwords as this talented ensemble sashays seamlessly between genres, from laid-back romantic ballads through Blues to Latin, Bebop, Swing - even up-front Soul and Funk

Jive Kats

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Kent Rock 'n' Roll & Jive

The Jive Kats give you the best of Swing Jazz combined with classic Rock 'n' Roll and Jive - and even Pop and Funk. This is the perfect band for a Vintage 1950's night. Get ready to Jive the night away!

Jumasteel

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Steel Drums

Emanating from Trinidad during the late 1940s, the steel band phenomenon is now firmly part and parcel of the Caribbean experience. There simply can be no better way to evoke a sunshine, carnival atmosphere

Kai Hoffman Jazz Quartet

Rated 4.83 out of 5

London Jazz

The Kai Hoffman Quartet can present a beguiling selection of classic Swing standards, well-observed vintage 1920s Jazz and a brilliant, effervescent session of Jive that will have you all dancing your socks off

Kai’s Cats

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Jive and Vintage Swing

Dressed to kill and authentically attired in the finest vintage style, Kai's Cats are an exceptional five to seven-piece dance band performing a selection of the very best in Swing and Jive from the '40s and '50s!

Kinacho’s Salsa & Latin

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Salsa

London based Salsa Band Kinacho's Salsa & Latin present of Latin-American music that is passionate, dynamic and eminently danceable. Look forward to the characteristically hot-blooded tempos of Cuban Salsa and the Brazilian Lambada

La Cuba Ritmo

London Salsa

With swinging rhythms and skipping beats that lift the sound, Cuban music is powerhouse of cheerful energy. No-one can stay in their seats for long when La Cuba Ritmo strikes up - it's salsa music perfection

London Vintage Pianist

Looking for a Vintage New Orleans style atmosphere for your party or celebration? Performing a mix of blues, ragtime and early jazz, the London Vintage Pianist brings the period to life, creating the perfect ambience for small drinks reception.

Mancini String Quartet

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London String Quartet

Are you searching for that elusive touch of class to give your event that extra edge? Then look no further. The youthful musicians of The Mancini String Quartet not only sound the part, they look sensational too

Maximum Ceili

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Ceilidh

Bringing together some of London's talented young Irish musicians, Maximum Ceili presents an exciting modern take on traditional Irish jigs, reels and polkas. The band comes complete with a dance-caller, providing the perfect ceili option for wedding, anniversary or birthday parties .

New Orleans Brass Marching Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Trad Jazz

Want a good-time New Orleans or Dixieland Trad Jazz style marching band? This flexible, adaptable acoustic ensemble will be equally happy fronting a parade or playing a strolling set in a garden for a drinks reception.

Niteblues Original Steel Pan

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Steel Pan

Niteblues Original are a colourful group of musicians who take great pride in producing an uplifting performance at every event. Their lighthearted, sunshine music will import the spirit of the Caribbean to your party

Oscar’s Swing Jazz Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Manchester Vintage Swing Jazz

Carefully-crafted arrangements are the hallmarks of Oscar's Swing Jazz Band, offering keyboard, saxophone, double-bass and drums each the opportunity to step into the spotlight in style as the music unfolds

Oysland Klezmer Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Klezmer

London-based Oysland provides a youthful “take” on the Balkan Klezmer tradition - perfect for weddings and bar mitzvahs. The band is available from a duo to a full-on seven piece and can include a dance caller.

Padraig’s People

West Wales Irish

Padraig’s People is a high-energy, experienced Irish band performing all your favourite songs with style and conviction. Look forward to a wild party in The Dubliners style!

Party Max

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Essex Pop

Party Max is a 3 - 6 piece band performing an eclectic repertoire featuring Pop from the '50s to now, plus Disco, Rock, Punk, Swing and classic ballads. Including an additional DJ option, Party Max presents the perfect modern dance band for weddings parties and corporate events.

Piccadilly Dance Orchestra

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Swing Jazz Big Band

The Piccadilly Dance Orchestra are proud to present arguably the greatest dance music of all time - a studied selection of the best tunes of the Jazz Age, not to mention the 'Ratpack' classics of the Swing era

Pink Champagne

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Hertfordshire Swing &Funk

Tasty keyboard over a solid rhythm section of bass and drums sets the pulse going as Chris's great saxophone adds tonal texture. Meanwhile Mara's eminently versatile voice breathes life and soul into the songs

Premier Brass Marching Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Marching Band

Premier Brass supply a fanfare team or marching band for every occasion. Whether it's an awards ceremony, banquet or product launch, these superbly-drilled musicians will enhance the event and add a distinct ceremonial touch

Prestige

Hertfordshire Pop Function Band

To balance and complement keyboard, guitar, double-bass and drums, throw in two saxophones, a trumpet and an occasional flute. The variety in the repertoire and the texture of sound produced are simply huge!

Red Hot Ceilidh Band

Rated 4.89 out of 5

Kent Ceilidh Band

The Red Hot Ceilidh Band is a group of highly-skilled players, musically responsive to one another and able to take the music to new dimensions. With an experienced dance-caller, this is ceilidh at its very best!

Shama

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Bollywood

Shama leads a versatile Indian band who bring the exotic spectacle and sensual flavour of Bollywood music to the world fusion stage through their vivid, unique presentations and exciting, colourful performances!

Shulman’s Gypsy Jazz Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Gypsy Jazz

An extremely versatile and talented band who perform a diverse range of lively traditional styles from around the world including Eastern European Gypsy music, Jewish Klezmer, Simcha and American Swing Jazz

Simply Blue

London Pop

Simply Blue is a great London function band. Modern Pop, Classic Pop, Motown and Soul, Indie and Rock band good old Rock 'n' Roll are all included in the mix. It's the perfect band for weddings parties and corporate events. Available as a 4 - 7 piece band.

Some Like It Hot Swing Jazz

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Leicester Swing Jazz

Roll back the years to the magical time when Frank Sinatra and Nat 'King' Cole were the undisputed superstars of popular music. As Hollywood and Broadway adopt the songwriting giants, you've got Swing Jazz

Status String Quartet

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London String Quartet

As Britain’s first and foremost ‘crossover’ string quartet, Status has its very own distinctive style, with a unique library of sparkling arrangements of all kinds of popular music from Monteverdi or Mozart to Madonna

Strings Bollywood Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Bollywood

Founded in 1994 by international singer Anuradha Shukla and music producer Kiran Thakrar, Strings Bollywood Band has steadily become the foremost exponent in the UK of Bollywood in its purely musical form

Strings Sitar Fusion Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Sitar & Tabla

Sitar melody and tabla rhythms sit at the centre of the sound, with keyboard completing a trio for larger events. Sax or flute can also be added to the mix.

Swing For Sale

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Vintage Jazz

Swing For Sale are a three-piece vintage group from London, dedicated to getting hips swingin’ and toes tappin’. With a powerful sound that will transport you back to a time when the swing was king, these three know how to give you a night to remember.

The Amberlights

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Pop

With a strong emphasis on musical entertainment, The Amberlights select classic pop songs from each decade since the '50s, then fashion them into an eminently danceable mix that will appeal to all generations

The Bears

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Hertfordshire Pop

Playing their well-balanced mixture of classics from six decades, The Bears are a wildly addictive, charismatic four-piece pop and rock band guaranteed to fill the dancefloor at any celebration party or social event

The Great Gatsby 1920s Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Vintage Jazz

The Great Gatsby 1920s Band, all dressed to kill in authentic period style and performing a repertoire to match, will evoke the atmosphere and bring the iconic sounds of the Roaring Twenties to your event!

The Hoedown Band

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Hertfordshire Country & Line Dance

Grab your Stetson, polish those rhinestones and come on down for just the best party ever. The Hoedown Band present their unique combination of rocky traditional and country style music to get your feet tapping

The Jazz Gals

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Swing Jazz

The Jazz Gals deliver a sophisticated piano keyboard and vocal duet, performing classic pop songs, jazz and swing classics and vintage romantic ballads. Extra musicians can be added to create a more upbeat quartet or quintet if preferred.

The London Gadjo Gypsies

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Gypsy Jazz

Chancery Blame and The Gadjo Gypsies serve up a potent cocktail of Eastern European gypsy music, begged, borrowed, blagged and all muddled up with a telling twist of klezmer and a devilish dash of rock'n'roll

The Morellos

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Hertfordshire Gypsy Swing Jazz

The Morellos conjure up and revitalise the excitement and energy of night-time Montmartre. A violin, guitar and double-bass trio, their musical style features melodic blends of Parisian Swing and Mainstream Jazz

The Ninety Nines

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Luton Pop

This young and vibrant four-piece outfit performs all your favourite party tunes from the '50s to the present day. Featuring female vocals, guitar, bass and drums, the band generates a big sound from small forces

The Shlepping Mishpacha

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Klezmer

Klezmer reflects the culture of a people who fought hard to maintain their existence in the face of international social exclusion. The expression of joy in their music is so vivid, it comes close to incandescence

The Stamford Stompers

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Lincolnshire Jazz Band

The Stamford Stompers is a four-piece Dixieland acoustic Trad jazz bandthat provides a strolling , carnival style performance that is perfect for garden parties and receptions.

The Swing Set

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Swing Jazz

The Swing Set presents a unique blend of favourite 'Ratpack' swing and jazz standards from the Golden Age of Hollywood. Classy arrangements recreate the unmistakeable sound of a Glenn Miller-style Big Band

The Untouchables

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Essex Rock and Pop

Expect to be taken on a musical rollercoaster ride through a veritable lexicon of pop and rock classics, ranging from vintage Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis Presley all the way up to Coldplay and The Scissor Sisters

The Vintage Diva

Rated 5.00 out of 5

Nottingham Vintage Singer

With a repertoire spanning the ‘20s, ‘30s, ‘40’s, ‘50’s, and ‘60’s and costumes to suit each decade, The Vintage Diva brings the period of your choice to life. Performing with backing tracks and PA, it’s a complete evening’s entertainment.

The Vintage Songstress

London Vintage Jazz Solo

Looking to add an extra touch of glamour and romance to your wedding celebration or special event? The Vintage Songstress glides effortlessly from classical and operatic arias to swing jazz. Working with backing tracks, one person can provide all your entertainment needs.

Wade Austin Steel Pan

Rated 5.00 out of 5

London Steel Pan

The Wade Austin Steel Pan Band from London evokes the spirit of the Caribbean at your wedding reception or party. Happy-go-lucky calypso and reggae beats will soon have your guests relaxing, smiling and laughing.

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