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The 7 Best Big Bands for Hire in Lawrence, KS

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The Gatsby Gang Jazz Band - Jazz Band / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri Featured vendor banner
The Gatsby Gang Jazz Band - Jazz Band / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri

The Gatsby Gang Jazz Band

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5.0 (3)
  • Map pin icon Kansas City, MO
  • Vendor category icon Jazz Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 36 miles from Lawrence
  • Check mark icon 9 Verified Bookings

Karin J. said “Couldn’t be happier with these musicians! If you are looking for a traditional jazz trio feel like we were, don’t look any further. This is your group!!…”

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Background Jazz Band - Jazz Band / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri

Background Jazz Band

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4.85 (9)
  • Map pin icon Kansas City, MO
  • Vendor category icon Jazz Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 36 miles from Lawrence
  • Check mark icon 22 Verified Bookings

Melissa M. said “Band was on time, playing as we walked in. All of the guys played well throughout the night, smiles on their faces during breaks. Our event cleared out…”

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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment - Jazz Band / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri Featured vendor banner

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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment - Jazz Band / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri

Louis Pettinelli Entertainment

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4.87 (47)
  • Map pin icon Kansas City, MO
  • Vendor category icon Jazz Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 36 miles from Lawrence
  • Check mark icon 136 Verified Bookings

Sandy W. said “Working with Louis to arrange the event and make sure all was good to go prior to was very easy, he made it simple and stress free. On the day of our…”

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Jazz Band for Holiday Parties - Jazz Band / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri Featured vendor banner
Jazz Band for Holiday Parties - Jazz Band / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri

Jazz Band for Holiday Parties

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  • Map pin icon Kansas City, MO
  • Vendor category icon Jazz Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 36 miles from Lawrence

We provide live jazz for Holiday and Christmas Parties!

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Jazzy Jazz Solo and Band - Jazz Band / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri Featured vendor banner

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Jazzy Jazz Solo and Band - Jazz Band / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri

Jazzy Jazz Solo and Band

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5.0 (2)
  • Map pin icon Kansas City, MO
  • Vendor category icon Jazz Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 36 miles from Lawrence

Laura H. said “One of a kind experience for all audiences! Jazzy is truly in her element when she is performing. Joy, jazz, soul and laughter is all part of her repertoire.…”

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The Jim Lower Trio - Jazz Band / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri

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The Jim Lower Trio - Jazz Band / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri

The Jim Lower Trio

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5.0 (15)
  • Map pin icon Kansas City, MO
  • Vendor category icon Jazz Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 36 miles from Lawrence
  • Check mark icon 18 Verified Bookings

Scott P. said “We wanted a jazz trio for our reception and couldn’t have asked for a better fit. They played standards, classic jazz trio numbers, and music to dance…”

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songsbySaun - Singer/Songwriter / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri
songsbySaun - Singer/Songwriter / Big Band in Kansas City, Missouri

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  • Map pin icon Kansas City, MO
  • Vendor category icon Singer/Songwriter / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 36 miles from Lawrence

Professional songwriter for all genres. So many songs

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Preston Ary Band - Cover Band / Big Band in Columbia, Missouri

Preston Ary Band

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5.0 (9)
  • Map pin icon Columbia, MO
  • Vendor category icon Cover Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 156 miles from Lawrence
  • Check mark icon 4 Verified Bookings

Michael S. said “Not only do they play all your favorite songs, they party with the crowd and make it SO MUCH FUN. The guitar player literally jumped in the lake with…”

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The Wings of Swing Big Band - Big Band in Springfield, Missouri
The Wings of Swing Big Band - Big Band in Springfield, Missouri

The Wings of Swing Big Band

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4.97 (2)
  • Map pin icon Springfield, MO
  • Vendor category icon Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 161 miles from Lawrence
  • Check mark icon 2 Verified Bookings

Kevin S. H. said “The band was absolutely incredible! They had a fantastic female vocalist who carried off the "torch songs" just like the original material.…”

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Big Bands in Lawrence, KS

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729 quotes sent

In the past year, Big Bands have sent 729 quotes to event planners

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151st most popular

Big Bands rank #151 in popularity out of 545 categories on GigSalad

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4.9 out of 5 stars

421 Big Band reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars

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Big Bands in Lawrence, KS


For live music with class, sophistication and nostalgia, booking a Big Band might be exactly what your event needs. Big Bands play jazz and swing music and became popular during the Swing and Big Band Era from the 1930s until the late 1940s. A big band is typically made up of a brass section (saxophones, clarinets, trumpets, trombones) and a rhythm section (piano, bass, guitar, and drums) and a vocalist. Sometimes a crooner such as a Frank Sinatra impersonator or Dean Martin tribute artist is hired to sing lead against a big band backdrop.

Big Bands are also often referred to as jazz bands, jazz ensembles, stage bands, jazz orchestras, and dance bands and are typically hired to play at events such as weddings, supper clubs, dances, concerts, festivals, conventions, new year's celebrations, gala affairs, parties and corporate events. Start your search for the perfect big band by selecting a city above.

Some things to consider when hiring a Big Band are to make sure you listen to audio and watch video clips. 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 band and get feedback. Finally, get a contract. Many professional big bands require a deposit to secure them at your next event. Make sure to read through the contract carefully before contracting the band for your party. Search for Big Bands in Lawrence, Kansas above.

Please note that these Big Bands may also travel to Eudora, Lecompton, Linwood, Perry, Tonganoxie, Clearview City, Baldwin City, De Soto, McLouth, Oskaloosa, Edgerton, Grantville, Tecumseh, Wellsville, Basehor, Bonner Springs, Gardner, New Century, Overbrook, Ozawkie, Meriden, and Lansing.

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