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1. Jazz Spectrum Vocal Quartet

(3 Reviews)

Location:: Mundelein, IL (34 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $750-$2000 per event
Member Since:: 2005
Category:: Big Band Chicago

A very energetic group backed by piano, bass, drums and sax. Much in the style of The Manhattan Transfer, the vocal material pays tribute to some of the most popular groups of the 40’s, like The Pied Pipers and The Modernaires, and the wonderful vocal groups from the 50’s like The Four Freshmen, Crew Cuts and Four Lads. Lambert, Hendricks & Ross are represented, as are the more current groups su... more

2. Walter Cartwright's Big Band S...

(1 Reviews)

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $1000-$2800 per event
Member Since:: 2003
Category:: Big Band Chicago

Walter Cartwright`s Big Band & Quartet plays a variety of music;jazz,blues,standards,pop,& dance A vocalist is always there with the band. The band members are professional musicians who have formerly played with Duke Ellington,Count Basie,Woody Herman,Ella fitzgerald and countless other famous bands and musicians.All are Chicago based. You can use as many musicians as your event calls for. Band &... more

3. Deep Blue Big Band

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $1000-$4000 per event
Member Since:: 2007
Category:: Big Band Chicago

The Deep Blue Big Band is Chicagoland's newest jazz big band. Performing updated arrangements of many of the most popular big band standards, this 8-horn, vocalist, and rhythm section ensemble will bring exciting sounds and swingin' soloists to your public or corporate event, private party, wedding reception, or concert. The ensemble will also present new jazz compositions, as well as arrangements... more

4. Jay Mau Orchestra

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $1000-$10000 per event
Member Since:: 2009
Category:: Big Band Chicago

The Jay Mau Orchestra is a 10 piece Big Band with 2 singers. We play everything from rock & roll, polkas, ballroom, latin, Music from the 30's to the 60's. We are a union band and are very professional, we dress with tux's for most engagements. We also have 2 singers that are great. We can put on a great USO Show to honor the veterans. We use 3 girls that do an Andrew Sister Review. We play a... more

5. Midnight

(6 Reviews)

Location:: Tinley Park, IL (21 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $700-$5000 per event
Member Since:: 2008
Category:: Cover Band / Big Band Chicago

Midnight is a six peice horn band that has been performing in the Chicago area for years. Each of our musicians plays multiple instruments as well as five vocalists. We have performed at hundreds of corporate and social events, weddings, fests and some of the Chicago area premier clubs and venues. We are your best choice for high quality and musical variety.... more

6. Melodaires Band

(26 Reviews)

Location:: Lake Villa, IL (42 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $300-$3000 per event
Member Since:: 2005
Category:: Swing Band / Big Band Chicago

We play a variety of musical styles ranging from Dixieland, big band swing, Latin, country, to light rock & roll. We can even play light classical music before, during, or after the wedding ceremony. The band can vary in size from two to ten pieces, depending on your budget. We also have a fantastic Sinatra style entertainer available who really connects with the audience; he does Sinatra, Dean Ma... more

7. Judy Bridges/JazzCats/HappyWan...

(15 Reviews)

Location:: Plainfield, IL (34 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $650-$1800 per event
Member Since:: 2003
Category:: Jazz Band / Big Band Chicago

Looking for a fun yet classy band for your wedding or special event? Look no further than Bridges Brass music! Bridges Brass ensembles consist of only high quality, polished,professional musicians! The jazz ensemble, Judy and the JazzCats, has been pleasing clients with its blend of melodic jazz standards, jazz classics and swing. Female vocalist sings those smooth jazz standards plus bea... more

8. Greg Rini

(6 Reviews)

Location:: Willowbrook, IL (14 mi. from Chicago)
Pay Range:: $350-$8000 per event
Member Since:: 2006
Category:: Frank Sinatra Tribute Act / Big Band Chicago

Dancing, comedy and strong live vocal recreations of legendary superstars! Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Tom Jones, Englebert Humperdink, Tommy James, Franki Valli and lots more! Also Greg is the star along various other costars of Top Hat's "Superstars in Concert" and one of the stars of Top Hat's "Back to the Rat Pack" Be entertained and be amazed! Music is memories and Greg's song ... more

9. Mike Knauf Music

(1 Reviews)

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $200-$7500 per event
Member Since:: 2009
Category:: Jazz Band / Big Band Chicago

Are you looking for a jazz duo, trio, quartet or small jazz group? Mike Knauf Music will provide the right group for your event or venue. Our bands bring experience, professionalism and class to every gig they play. How about Irish or German musical entertainment? We have the Nippersink Rogues or Die Musikmeisters. Mike Knauf Music will provide music to suit your event. We play for private e... more

10. Rhythm Rockets

(1 Reviews)

Location:: Chicago, IL
Pay Range:: $1000-$3000 per event
Member Since:: 2004
Category:: Swing Band / Big Band Chicago

Since 1996, Chicago's Rhythm Rockets have been delivering 100 shows a year of their brand of vintage Rhythm & Blues, with songs influenced by the sax-driven bands of the late 1940's and early 1950's. In keeping with that style of music, the Rhythm Rockets' performances reflect the diversity of Jazz, Rhythm & Blues for which Chicago is famous. From original compositions to matchless arrangements... more

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Please note these Big Bands will also travel to Cicero, Berwyn, Oak Park, Forest Park, Hines, Lyons, Riverside, Brookfield, Maywood, River Forest, Summit Argo, Carol Stream, La Grange Park, Bellwood, Bedford Park, Melrose Park, Westchester, Burbank, Bridgeview, Hillside, Hinsdale, Hometown, La Grange, River Grove, Stone Park, Western Springs, Berkeley, Franklin Park, Justice, Norridge