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Chicago, IL 
Big Band
1 Verified Booking Josh N. said “The group was amazing. We really enjoyed their set and all the performers did a great job. The guests at our party have been raving about the event. Best…”
Chicago, IL
Big Band
1 Verified Booking Darren S. said “This band is exceptional! They sound amazing! They were super easy to work with! And even when they got delayed in traffic, they were able to set up and…”
Chicago, IL
Big Band
We’re a 17-piece jazz orchestra that provides several different shows. Need a Sinatra-style show for a wedding? We do that. A show with one of the greatest blues…
Chicago, IL
Big Band
Julie C. said “I have known Mr. Smolen for well over 15 years. I have taken bus tours of dancers to numerous Midwest Ballrooms and Casinos just to dance to his music.…”
Willowbrook, IL
Big Band
17 miles from Chicago I am a professional drummer. Skilled across many genres of music. I will provide a great experience for any event!
Glen Ellyn, IL
Big Band
22 miles from Chicago The Sound Hounds is a 10-member ensemble that plays danceable big band classics and jazz standards. We have five horns, four rhythm instruments, and a terrific…
In the past year, Big Bands have sent 565 quotes to event planners
Big Bands rank #174 in popularity out of 541 categories on GigSalad
523 Big Band reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars
Wedding Ceremonies and Wedding Receptions in Chicago, IL
From request to booking, it takes 2.4 days (on average) to hire a Big Band
for Big Band requests in the United States
Big bands, or jazz orchestras, are musical powerhouses, usually comprised of 12-25 brass, woodwind, and rhythm section members. They perform a blend of jazz standards and swing music guaranteed to create a lively and timeless atmosphere at your party or event. A big band plays versatile and energetic music that makes them perfect as dance bands for many occasions, including wedding receptions, corporate events, festivals, or black-tie galas.
The cost of hiring a professional big band in Chicago, Illinois will vary based on the band size, the event type, and travel costs. With the generally large size, you will also need to ensure your stage setup is appropriate for the style of music. Contact the local big bands above to receive customized quotes and pricing information.
While browsing Chicago big bands, listen to audio and watch videos to learn about their style and whether they would be appropriate for your event. Read reviews to understand how they’ve met past clients’ expectations and what they do well. When hiring a big band, be prepared with venue information, ideal performance length, specific song requests, and other unique event details to ensure a smooth booking process.
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These Big Bands serve the wider Chicago and Cook county area and travel to Stickney, Forest View, North Riverside, River Forest, Lincolnwood, Riverside, Amf Ohare, Lyons, Hines, Harwood Heights, River Grove, Summit, Summit Argo, Hometown, Broadview, Norridge, McCook, Bedford Park, La Grange Park, Stone Park, Schiller Park, Merrionette Park, Northlake, Hodgkins, Hillside, Berkeley, Justice, Chicago Ridge, Rosemont, and Hickory Hills.
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