Hire Local Live Bands in Hastings for hire

The TA Barn Dance Band have a line up of two musicians and a caller/musician, which can include fiddle, bodhran, piper, guitar or flute. Their caller loves diverse groups and is happy to adapt to two left feet or really experienced groups. They provide a joyful combination of music and dance and some fine fiddling when the dancers need to put their feet up.

Their music includes reels, jigs, hornpipes, polkas and waltzes.

This 5-piece band specialises in various forms of Jazz, Rockabilly, Soul and Blues. The band members are all accomplished musicians with great stage presence and with very different musical backgrounds and ages, who have fused together to create their own individual sound. They specialise in Jazz Standards, Jazz/Pop, Rockabilly, Soul, Blues and Gypsy/Pop Jazz. This band also loves the idea of taking modern dance songs by artists such as Basement Jaxx, Ray Foxx, Katy B or even Maverick Sabre and ...show more

This Trio enjoy playing the jazz standards in a variety of styles. They can be upbeat and lively, often with latin-tinged rhythms or may sound mellow and romantic. Therefore they are suited to intimate venues and also large events. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Hastings. Their repertoire is always evolving and being up-dated so that they have a rich variety of songs to offer and they are happy to accept requests in advance. The band have played at a variety of venues and festivals for a variety of events. A jazz Duo or Quartet is a ...show more

This Duo are part of a larger band - theTF Jazz Band, who have created one of the most versatile and engaging acts to hit the music scene. The band consists of some of the most sought after professional musicians in the UK. Any party in Hastings would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. Their collective credits include working with artists such as the legendary Jack Jones, Dave Stewart, Gwen Stefani, Pixie Lott, The Proclaimers, Buddy Greco, The Drifters, Freak Power and Trevor Horn to name but a few. Alongside the fresh, charismatic vocal talents of Tom , ...show more

TheTF Jazz Band have created one of the most versatile and engaging acts to hit the music scene. The band consists of some of the most sought after professional musicians in the UK. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Hastings really swing. Their collective credits include working with artists such as the legendary Jack Jones, Dave Stewart, Gwen Stefani, Pixie Lott, The Proclaimers, Buddy Greco, The Drifters, Freak Power and Trevor Horn to name but a few. Alongside the fresh, charismatic vocal talents of Tom , this line-up is a force to be reckoned wit ...show more

The HT Ceilidh Band are a professional ensemble who play for ceilidhs and barn dances all over the UK. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Hastings , its local area. They are composed of professional musicians who have a passion for delivering a polished performance which is guaranteed to help your party, wedding or function go with a swing! They bring an experienced, competent (and patient!!) caller who can ensure everyone has a great time. The HT band have an extensive repertoire of English, Irish and Scottish tunes to keep you dancing all evening.

The SPBand are a lively and enthusiastic band with a wealth of experience, who have been playing music together since the early 1990s. The band plays barn dance music for all social occasions. A barn dance (sometimes called a ceilidh) is the ideal social event for getting people of all ages to mingle and have fun together. The emphasis is always on having fun and the band's infectious rhythms and foot-tapping music encourages participation and guarantees a successful occasion.
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The JH Jazz Trio's music of choice is a vibrant blend of Gypsy Swing, jazz standards and funky latin, all mashed up with some snappy arrangements and played from the heart. Any party in Hastings would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

Infectious rhythms played on an all-acoustic line-up of two guitars and double bass make the JH Jazz Trio a suitable addition for any event.

The sweet swinging music of this band is inspired by the great masters of manouche; Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli of Le Hot Club de France, the wild passion and humour of the Eastern European Gypsies - with an occasional nod toward contemporary themes of our time. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Hastings really swing.

The band offer a delicious line-up, featuring fiddle, saw, maccaferri style guitars, melodica and tuba. They are available for weddings, functions, festivals, outdoor events - in fact any special event you might have in ...show more

The JH Jazz Quartet have combined the classic sound of Parisian Hot Club with the swinging, sultry vocals of Sara Oschlag in a collaboration to play songs from the swing and big band era, show tunes and bossa novas. Their distinctive sound and captivating mix of tunes creates an ambience evocative of a bygone era. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Hastings , its local area.

Ideal for weddings, corporate events and private functions, the quartet can be hired to provide either cool, relaxed background music, or lively, upbeat numbers for dancing.

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Sara is a young Danish singer making waves at home in Copenhagen, and here in England. Her regular quartet consists of herself plus sax, double bass and guitar. The songs are from the Great American Songbook, including standards and show tunes, plus plenty of Bossa Nova selections. Besides Sara the line up consists of saxes, guitar and double bass. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Hastings. The music can be in the background, an ideal backdrop for dinner, for example. After dinner they can up the tempo and the volume for a little danci ...show more

Formed in 2008, the DM Jazz Quartet are based on the south coast. Any party in Hastings would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. The band members record regularly with major record labels, including artists such as The Turin Brakes, Lucky Jim, Kate Walsh, The Mummers, Judie Tzuke, Odd Fellows Casino and perform with Jazz artists such as Tim Garland, Ed Thigpen, Andy Cleyndert, James Williams, Bobby Wellins, Alan Barnes, Geoff Simkins, Malcolm Crease, Mark Mondasir, to name a few..

The Quartet are available for Weddings, Celebrations and corporate funct ...show more

Looking for a ceilidh or barn dance near Sussex? The musicians in the TS Band have been performing at barn dances in Sussex and the surrounding area for many years. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Hastings really swing. A barn dance is, first and foremost, about having fun. A good barn dance or ceilidh caller will have a repertoire of easy dances, and will provide clear instructions for the dancers. The aim is to provide a relaxed, lively social occasion. Good barn dances and ceilidhs have a natural 'social mixing' effect which works across all ag ...show more

Since 1995 the US Jazz Group have worked towards achieving a sound and repertoire which reflects the great Gypsy-swing and European musical traditions. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Hastings , its local area.

Matt, Jonny and Dan originally formed the band through Brighton's jazz music circles and a shared passion for the music of Django Reinhardt and the contemporary Gypsy jazz scene.

Their commitment to performing live music of style and quality over the years has been consistent and much appreciated by many audiences and within many contexts ...show more

The SB Band are a BARN DANCE BAND - that's what they are - they do barn dances. Some people call them ceilidhs but they just do good old English country dances, to tunes from Britain and America, and make no bones about it. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Hastings. If you want a good dance and plenty of laughs, this band has the lot - and they can be yours for your party, wedding or event!

Led by Chris, an arranger and jazz composer based in Sussex. His quartet provide thoughtful and subtle variations on the jazz theme to encompass Bossa Nova, Swing, Be-bop, smooth grooves and cool jazz styles of Miles Davis’ golden era. Their repertoire contains literally thousands of jazz classics such as Summertime, Take 5, Fly Me To The Moon, It Ain’t Got That Swing and lots more from the American songbook. Any party in Hastings would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

Chris is a trumpeter and pianist as well as being a band leader for 15 years. The ...show more

An all American Barn Dance Band. The BH Band was formed in 1998, and the current line up is John on Mandolin & vocals, Bob on Banjo, Ray on guitar & vocals, Nye on Bass and James on fiddle.

Whilst their mainstream is bluegrass music, their varied repertoire of acoustic music includes country and folk numbers, 50’s and 60’s pop, Irish favourites and jazz standards. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Hastings really swing.

Their Country and Western music list draws on the hits of Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, John Denver, Jimmie Rodgers, Don ...show more

The AT Barn Dance Band are a three piece band, consisting of 2 musicians playing fiddle and melodeon, and the caller. They have been providing vibrant, exciting dance music for weddings, family parties and social events in and around Kent for over 20 years. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Hastings , its local area. They have all the expertise and experience to ensure that you and your guests have a highly enjoyable and memorable time! Small and tidy, they can fit into tight spaces but they make a lively fulsome sound. The emphasis during your event wil ...show more

The RJ Barndance Band play traditional Folk music for Barn Dances and Ceilidh, spanning all of the different flavours from the different corners of the British Isles. They play English, Irish, Scottish and American tunes, and can also offer an authentic Scottish ceilidh experience with full Highland dress. They play with the minimum of amplification and all instruments are acoustic. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Hastings. All the musicians are very experienced, and their caller will ensure that everyone has a good time!

The JF Jazz Quartet is an exciting group of musicians. The Quartet is composed of sax, drums, double bass and piano or guitar and they play regularly for weddings as well as on the cruise ship, Minerva. Any party in Hastings would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. They perform a wide variety of Jazz and Latin standards and their repertoire also includes a number of compositions by Jo the saxophonist (a graduate from the Guildhall School of Music).

The SHS band is a six piece traditional jazz band, made up of young graduate musicians and based in Bromley, Kent. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Hastings really swing. The group met at school in 2004 and have since enjoyed providing live music at many events over the years.

We can offer swing, blues and modern jazz music to suite all occasions and venues. Our repertoire includes a diverse mix from the sounds of Glenn Miller and Duke Ellington, to Ray Charles, The Blues Brothers and modern jazz funk. So either sit back and enjoy the background ...show more

The TS Jazz Trio is a piano, bass and drums trio (they can also add soloists) that is perfect for weddings, parties and corporate events where something a bit special is required. Their set list includes many of the famous and recognisable pieces from the jazz repertoire but played in a fresh and innovative way to give a tasteful and uplifting feel to your event. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Hastings , its local area.

The CB Ceilidh/ Barn Dance Band is normally a five-piece band with an occasional guest caller and/or additional musicians as and when required. Located close to the channel ports, and is ideal for bookings in Europe, having already played Germany, France and Luxembourg. A popular Ceilidh (pronounced kay-lee) or Barn Dance can include; Shannon Bells, The Bridge of Athlone, Drops of Brandy, Flying Scotsman, Gay Gordon's, Strip the Willow, Haste to the Wedding, The Dashing White Sergeant and many m ...show more

The DS Ceilidh duo is a 'micro ceilidh' band made up of box/bass drum and caller/whistles/flutes, perfect for smaller spaces or budgets. Any party in Hastings would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. They can also offer less familiar instruments, such as cornamuse, hulusi and bagpipes, and they can sing songs while your dancers get their breath back! The musicians have years of experience playing in ceilidh bands and their repertoire covers English, Scottish, Irish, American and some French.

The AQ Band are an experienced and fun ceilidh band. Between them they have played at venues from the Albert Hall to the village hall both at home and abroad. Events include
Scottish - Marriott Grosvenor Square Burns Night, St Georges Hill Tennis Club Burns Night, British Chamber of Commerce Latvia Burns Night
Irish - Box Hill School St Patricks Night, Trafalgar Square Irish Festival stage
General - Glastonbury, Brighton Festival, Cite de la Musique Paris, Celebrity Weddings, Folk Prom Alber ...show more

Recapture the glamour of the golden age of the Las Vegas cabaret lounges with this fabulous live band. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Hastings , its local area.

The legendary heavyweights of entertainment - Bobby Darin, Sammy Davis Jr, Peggy Lee, Nat ‘King’ Cole, Frank Sinatra, Tom Jones, Dean Martin, Andy Williams, Tony Bennett, Louis Prima, Judy Garland, Louis Armstrong, Matt Monro, Ray Charles, Elvis and, of course, The Rat Pack - will be saluted in a session with this great band.

Line-up can vary from 6- 8 and features Vocals, Keyboard, ...show more

Be sure that you've got a big dance floor because you'll need it when this band start playing!. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Hastings. Over the years the band have played most of London's leading hotels (Waldorf, Park Lane, Berkeley, Langham Hilton, Grosvenor House, Lanesborough, Dorchester, etc), many Oxford and Cambridge Colleges, and elite venues around the country including Beaulieu Abbey, Hedingham Castle, Butley Priory, Spains Hall, Eltham Palace, the Middle Temple, Burghley House, Hassop Hall and many more.

The SE Jazz Quintet have been playing together in a variety of line ups for over 4 years. From garden parties to weddings to high profile corporate events they can cater for your every need.
They can be booked in a variety of line ups such as: Duo, Trio, quartet, quintet plus a singer. Instruments available in the above line ups: Piano, Guitar, Double Bass, Drums, Saxophone, Voice, vibraphone is also available if you are looking for something different to impress your guests. Any party in Hastings would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

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This group offer the finest in unobtrusive ambient jazz music tailored to suit any occasion. In addition, if you are looking for more than just background music, however, the musicians take pleasure in offering you a wide selection of classic, swing and Latin jazz vocal ensembles to fill your dance floor. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Hastings really swing.

This band is available as a Duo, Trio, Quartet or Quintet. The basic line-up for the Quartet consists of guitar, piano, bass, sax or vocals.

The HW Jazz Quartet is a young and exciting group of professional jazz musicians led by the stunning vocal talent Hattie. Hattie is a rising star on the UK jazz scene and her voice has been described as beautiful, unique and soulful.

In this quartet Hattie is joined by graduates of the prestigious music colleges Trinity and Birmingham Conservatoire. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Hastings , its local area. Together the group have a sound that is contemporary and classy, but with strong roots in the jazz tradition.

The band are very flexible an ...show more

The BL Jazz band are a group of talented, seasoned musicians who are masters of their craft, having worked their whole lives in the professional music world of live music, touring and recording. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Hastings. Their feelgood jazz and jazz/funk repertoire will lift your event from the mundane to the sublime when in the hands of a band that love their music with a passion!

Looking for a barndance, square dance or ceilidh for your event? It's one of the best ways of involving everyone, young and old, in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. This barn dance band will make it easy, fun and memorable. Any party in Hastings would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. What's more, you can either leave the choice of music and dances entirely up to them, or you can tailor the whole evening to your particular requirements. They are a professional band, happy to travel anywhere in the UK to play for your ceilidh, square dance or barn dance. ...show more

With vocalist, sousaphone, trombone, trumpet, saxophone and drums, this jazz band fuses the foot tapping feel of a New Orleans street band with some of the most popular chart hits from the 20th and 21st century. Bringing together musicians with a wealth of experience from a wide range of genres, this band is cooking on gas, and their sole mission is to entertain!

They offer a refreshing alternative to the traditional party band, and will add a unique touch to your event. In addition to the mo ...show more

This band bring dance floor-filling salsa grooves and the swing, tightness and exceptional playing that come from an all- star band that's been together nearly a decade. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Hastings , its local area. Led by trombonist/ composer Jonny, the band have had regular gigs at London's prestigious Jazz Café since 2000, as well as three 10-date Arts Council-sponsored UK tours at venues including Brighton's Dome, Glasgow's Buttermarket, Colchester and Norwich Arts Centres, Leeds' Wardrobe, plus festival appearances around Europe.
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Professional, experienced and constantly in demand for its vibrant performances, this Quintet has only one desire - to make your event a success. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Hastings.

This fabulous group will swing its way through the repertoire of Frank Sinatra and The Rat Pack, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat ‘King’Cole, Fred Astaire, Bobby Darin, Tom Jones and Nina Simone which blends surprisingly well with the more contemporary sounds of Jamie Cullum, Norah Jones and Michael Bublé. Line-up consists of Male or Female vocals, Keyboard, ...show more

Professional, experienced and constantly in demand for its vibrant performances, this Trio has only one desire - to make your event a success. Any party in Hastings would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

This fabulous group - with its selection of songs from the Great American Songbook and beyond - will swing its way through the repertoire of Frank Sinatra and The Rat Pack, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat ‘King’Cole, Fred Astaire, Bobby Darin, Tom Jones and Nina Simone which blends surprisingly well with the more contemporary sounds of Jamie Cullum, Norah Jones ...show more

This great young band refreshes the parts other jazz bands cannot reach, brewing up an irresistible blend of hot tunes from the 1920s with a spoonful of charleston and more than a dash of fun. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Hastings really swing.

With a classic line-up of clarinet, trombone, banjo, double bass, drums and vocals, this highly entertaining band will set you on the sunny side of the street, whatever the weather!

The ER Trio has established itself on the Oxford jazz scene over the last four years with performances at the Oxford Jazz Festival, The Big Bang, Bibury Court and Joe's Restaurant as well as a number of weddings, private parties and functions.

As a vocal led trio, double bass and jazz guitar complete the musical line up that creates their beautifully understated interpretations of jazz standards. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Hastings , its local area. These performances have won them plaudits wherever they have played and led to an ever expandin ...show more

This experienced band play Irish, Scottish, English and American songs and tunes, although they can concentrate on one particular style if preferred. They play as 3 or 4 piece + caller. The band are both sensitive to the occasion and responsive to the mood of the audience. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Hastings. In addition they are willing to tailor a band to meet specific needs, going out in combinations ranging from a duo of guitar/vocals plus accordion to a larger band incorporating instruments such as fiddle, flute tin-whistle, ...show more

The RB Jazz Quartet performs classic vocal jazz and swing music featuring a wide range of repertoire from the Great American Songbooks, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole amongst many others! Italian born Rosanna studied with the renowned Italian Jazz singer Tiziana Ghiglioni and then moved to London to complete a Masters degree in Jazz at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, graduating in 2010. Any party in Hastings would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

While there, she met the pianist Gabriel, with whom she shared a great love of ...show more