- Lake Villa, IL
- Big Band
- 12 miles from Zion
- Contact for rates
It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing! We are a 17 piece Glenn Miller/ Rat Pack swing band playing big Band music from the 40's through the 90's. ...
89 Big Bands serving Zion, IL
- Des Plaines, IL
- Wedding Singer / Big Band
- 29 miles from Zion
- $150 - $200 (solo) / $300 and up (band)
Diane F. said
“He was wonderful.
I hired Jack to sing my dad’s favorite song and his 90th birthday. Made him cry. ”
Second City Jazz Band
New member- Oak Park, IL
- Jazz Band / Big Band
- 39 miles from Zion
- Contact for rates
Second City Jazz is a Chicago-based jazz ensemble specializing in live music for private events across the Midwest. We deliver elegant jazz standards,...
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band / Big Band
- 41 miles from Zion
- $425 and up
Victoria A. said
“I am so grateful to Prestige Performances for their performance (string duo) at my wedding held on July 24, 2026. They helped create an atmosphere of elegance, were respectful of speeches and... ”
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621 quotes sent
In the past year, Big Bands have sent 621 quotes to event planners.
183rd most popular
Big Bands rank #183 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.
5 out of 5 stars
There are 557 Big Band reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.
2.8 days on average to book
From request to booking, it takes 2.8 days (on average) to hire a Big Band.
Illinois ranks #8
Illinois is the 8th most popular state for Big Bands requests in the United States.
About booking Big Bands in Zion, IL
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 Zion, 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.
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Big Bands serving the Zion, IL area
These Big Bands serve the wider Zion and Lake county area and travel to Beach Park, Winthrop Harbor, Wadsworth, Russell, Waukegan, Gurnee, Park City, Old Mill Creek, North Chicago, Pleasant Prairie, Great Lakes, Kenosha, Gages Lake, Lindenhurst, Woodworth, Lake Bluff, Lake Villa, Grayslake, Libertyville, Lake Forest, Benet Lake, Bristol, Antioch, Hainesville, Round Lake Park, Somers, Round Lake Beach, Round Lake, Trevor, and Mundelein.