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“Excellent performance! Thank you.” – Debra S., reviewing Warrenville 1940s Era Entertainer Matt Peterson.

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Vintage Swing Combo - Swing Band / 1940s Era Entertainment in Aurora, Illinois

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  • Map pin icon Aurora, IL
  • Vendor category icon Swing Band / 1940s Era Entertainment
  • Travel distance icon 93 miles from Normal

Make your next event unforgettable with the timeless sound of our 10-piece Vintage Swing Combo. Featuring a dynamic lineup of vocalists, a streamlined horn section,…

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Matt Peterson - Jazz Pianist / 1940s Era Entertainment in Warrenville, Illinois
Matt Peterson - Jazz Pianist / 1940s Era Entertainment in Warrenville, Illinois

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  • Map pin icon Warrenville, IL
  • Vendor category icon Jazz Pianist / 1940s Era Entertainment
  • Travel distance icon 100 miles from Normal
  • Check mark icon 50 Verified Bookings

Miranda G. said “Matt played all our requested songs and creating the atmosphere we were hoping for! Thanks for being apart of our special day!”

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Ken Slauf - Singing Guitarist / 1940s Era Entertainment in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
Ken Slauf - Singing Guitarist / 1940s Era Entertainment in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Ken Slauf

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  • Map pin icon Glen Ellyn, IL
  • Vendor category icon Singing Guitarist / 1940s Era Entertainment
  • Travel distance icon 106 miles from Normal
  • Check mark icon 77 Verified Bookings

Alexia C. said “We had the pleasure of having Ken play at our community's block party event, and he was absolutely phenomenal! His music set the perfect vibe for…”

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1940s Era Entertainment in Normal, IL


At the beginning of the forties, Big Bands continued to dominate popular music, with the Swing legends Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman leading the way, each with a famous band of their own. Bing Crosby's smooth voice made him one of the most popular singers, along with Frank Sinatra, Dinah Shore, Perry Como and Kate Smith.

The Andrews Sisters and their brand of patriotic music entertained troops during WWII, and also became the best-selling female vocal group in the history of popular music. Be-Bop and Rhythm and Blues grew out of the big band era toward the end of the decade, epitomized by Charlie Parker, Dizzie Gillespie, Thelonious Monk and Billy Holiday. For nostalgic private and corporate events, 1940s World War II Era Music can be an excellent choice! Please select a city where you'd like to book 1940s Entertainment.

Some things to consider when hiring 1940s entertainment are to make sure you listen to audio and watch video clips of the performer/group. This will ensure that you truly do book the best for your next event! Next, you want to get references. Talk to people in the area about the performer and get feedback. Finally, get a contract. Many professional performers require a deposit to secure them at your next event. Make sure to read through the contract carefully before contracting their services for your party. Search for 1940s Era Entertainment in Normal, Illinois above.

1940s Era Entertainment serving the Normal, IL area

These 1940s Era Entertainment serve the wider Normal and Mclean county area and travel to Towanda, Hudson, Shirley, Merna, Carlock, Danvers, Downs, Stanford, Congerville, Heyworth, Lexington, Cooksville, Ellsworth, El Paso, Le Roy, McLean, Gridley, Goodfield, Secor, Heritage Lake, Minier, Mackinaw, Arrowsmith, Deer Creek, Colfax, Waynesville, Eureka, Armington, Chenoa, and Atlanta.

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