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Edgewater, NJ 
Saxophone Player / Big Band
3 miles from Manhattan Maria G. said “Danny made my uncle's 60th birthday party extra special with his musical talent! He is extremely professional and flexible. The guests were raving…”
Hoboken, NJ
Big Band
4 miles from Manhattan Swingadelic is the New York City Metropolitan Area’s greatest “little big band” that delivers the traditional big band music of Ellington, Basie and Sinatra, mixed…
New York City, NY
Christmas Carolers / Big Band
5 miles from Manhattan 
8 Verified Bookings Anthony R. said “When I was planning the 2023 Greek Theatre Community Holiday Event, The Sugarplums were referenced to me by Chris Cassone. Chris had discovered through…”
In the past year, Big Bands have sent 579 quotes to event planners
Big Bands rank #178 in popularity out of 542 categories on GigSalad
487 Big Band reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars
Concerts in Manhattan
From request to booking, it takes 1.5 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 Manhattan, New York 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 Manhattan 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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