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Background Jazz Band - Jazz Band / Big Band in Virginia Beach, Virginia

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5.0 (6)
  • Map pin icon Virginia Beach, VA
  • Vendor category icon Jazz Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 93 miles from Richmond
  • Check mark icon 19 Verified Bookings

Jordan D. said “The band arrived on time. They were extremely pleasant. They were dressed appropriately. Their sound was amazing. They were a joy to have. Would 100%…”

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The Creswell Club - Jazz Band / Big Band in Washington, District Of Columbia

The Creswell Club

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  • Map pin icon Washington, DC
  • Vendor category icon Jazz Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 97 miles from Richmond
  • Check mark icon 21 Verified Bookings

Savannah M. said “The group was highly professional, sounded great, and was very courteous with all of our staff. The arrived on-time and delivered a great performance.…”

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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment - Jazz Band / Big Band in Washington, District Of Columbia

Louis Pettinelli Entertainment

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4.87 (47)
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  • Map pin icon Washington, DC
  • Vendor category icon Jazz Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 97 miles from Richmond
  • Check mark icon 136 Verified Bookings

Andrea B. said “We hired a jazz trio with male vocalist for our wedding and my guests raved about them nonstop. One of my guests who is planning their wedding also booked…”

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The "Original" Moonlighters® - Motown Group / Big Band in Washington, District Of Columbia

The "Original" Moonlighters®

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4.87 (34)
  • Map pin icon Washington, DC
  • Vendor category icon Motown Group / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 97 miles from Richmond
  • Check mark icon 1 Verified Booking

Margaret said “As soon as the band started, just about every wedding guest was on the dance floor for the rest of the night. Their great music and charm brought so much…”

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The Gatsby Gang Jazz Band - Jazz Band / Big Band in Washington, District Of Columbia

The Gatsby Gang Jazz Band

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5.0 (3)
  • Map pin icon Washington, DC
  • Vendor category icon Jazz Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 97 miles from Richmond
  • Check mark icon 8 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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Wedding Jazz Inc - Jazz Band / Big Band in Washington, District Of Columbia
Wedding Jazz Inc - Jazz Band / Big Band in Washington, District Of Columbia

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  • Map pin icon Washington, DC
  • Vendor category icon Jazz Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 97 miles from Richmond

Wedding Jazz Inc performs live jazz for your wedding or special event! We perform all the jazz standards by artists such as Miles Davis, Frank Sinatra, and more.

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Amiss O.mega & AD2 (AD Squared) - Big Band in Washington, District Of Columbia
Amiss O.mega & AD2 (AD Squared) - Big Band in Washington, District Of Columbia

Amiss O.mega & AD2 (AD Squared)

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  • Map pin icon Washington, DC
  • Vendor category icon Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 97 miles from Richmond

We are a six man Hip-Hop/Funk/Jazz/Rock Band consisting of a Lead 2 Vocalist (Lyricist & Singer) and 4 members on the backline with consist of a Lead Guitarist/…

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Riverside Carnival Band - Dixieland Band / Big Band in Edgewater, Maryland

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5.0 (6)
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  • Map pin icon Edgewater, MD
  • Vendor category icon Dixieland Band / Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 108 miles from Richmond
  • Check mark icon 11 Verified Bookings

Neal N. said “Terrific band!”

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Chris Allen Drums for All Occasions - Big Band in Rockville, Maryland
Chris Allen Drums for All Occasions - Big Band in Rockville, Maryland

Chris Allen Drums for All Occasions

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  • Map pin icon Rockville, MD
  • Vendor category icon Big Band
  • Travel distance icon 108 miles from Richmond

I am a freelance drummer who can read and I am competent in all styles of music.

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Big Bands in Richmond, VA

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799 quotes sent

In the past year, Big Bands have sent 799 quotes to event planners

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142nd most popular

Big Bands rank #142 in popularity out of 545 categories on GigSalad

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4.9 out of 5 stars

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

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Virginia ranks #21

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Big Bands in Richmond, VA


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 Richmond, Virginia above.

Please note that these Big Bands may also travel to Dominion, Church Hill, Lakeside, Highland Springs, Henrico, University Of Richmond, Sandston, Bon Air, Glen Allen, Innsbrook, Midlothian, Chesterfield, Studley, Chester, Wyndham, Manakin Sabot, Ashland, Hanover, Moseley, Quinton, Rockville, Manquin, Crozier, Oilville, and Aylett.

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