Jazz Bands in Pontefract for hire

Gary is widely recognised as one of the UK's classiest jazz vocalists, regularly appearing in theatre and cabaret throughout Britain and abroad. He is also available for weddings and functions.

A classic singer in the Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett mould, Gary can perform with a trio, or a quartet to bring a touch of class to your function to make it an occasion to remember. Pontefract is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.

The trio comprises keyboard, bass and drums.

Sample tracks are of the Quartet.

Gary is widely recognised as one of the UK's classiest vocalists, regularly appearing in theatre and cabaret throughout Gt Britain and abroad and is also available for weddings and functions.

A classic singer in the Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett mould, Gary can perform jazz with a trio, or a quartet to bring a touch of class to your function to make it an occasion to remember. This Jazz Band is well known in Pontefract.

The quartet comprises keyboard, bass, drums & either sax of guitar.

The GH Trio consists of George on piano and vocals, plus bass and drums. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Pontefract. George is a jazz pianist and vocalist who studied at Leeds Conservatoire. He specialises in music from the Great American Songbook.

George draws his inspiration for his piano and vocals from the likes of Bill Evans, Oscar Peterson, Chet Baker, Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra.

This band specialise in the unique British Dance Band sound of the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s with its combination of violins, saxophones and rhythm section. This type of music is associated with famous bandleaders such as Henry Hall, Ambrose, Harry Roy, and others. Any combination from 6 to 12 performers are available to cater for every occasion, including weddings, wedding anniversaries, birthdays, parties, etc. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Pontefract from weddings to charity events..

Typically, the groups will perform two or three sets of around 45-55 minutes at m ...show more

The M H Gypsy Jazz Quartet are an exciting young gypsy jazz band playing a mix of gypsy swing, jazz standards, bebop and world music. The quartet's main aim is to keep this style of jazz fresh, new and exciting whilst paying homage to the traditions of the music. Pontefract is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.

The leader of the Quartet is one of the leading young jazz violinists in the country and has played in venues all over the place such as Rich Mix London, Le Quecumbar, Kings Place London, Django Reinhardt Festival Samois sur Sein ...show more

Parties, weddings, cruises and conferences. This band plays stylish, good-time music from the 1920s Jazz Age through to the 1980s, with vocals, for listening or dancing. No venue is too small or too large for them: intimate dinners or large marquee events, indoor or outdoors. They have a small strolling players option within the band and the fantastic pianist can play tasteful, background cocktail music for drinks or dining. This Jazz Band is well known in Pontefract. Evening Dress, blazers and boaters or bow ties and jazzy waistcoats, t ...show more

Parties, weddings, cruises and conferences. This band plays stylish, good-time music from the 1920s Jazz Age through to the 1980s, with vocals, for listening or dancing. No venue is too small or too large for them: intimate dinners or large marquee events, indoor or outdoors. They have a small strolling players option within the band and the fantastic pianist can play tasteful, background cocktail music for drinks or dining. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Pontefract. Evening Dress, blazers and boaters or bow ties and jazzy waistcoats, t ...show more

This 6-piece jazz function band has a line-up of female singer, trombone, saxophones/woodwind, piano, double-bass and drums. Tthe band are ideal for corporate functions, parties, weddings, balls and dinners, and will provide anything you request from light dinner music to lively up-beat tempos for dancing. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Pontefract from weddings to charity events..

To tailor for your needs, they are more than happy to take requests in advance for any songs.

This band will fill the dance floor and is perfect for company parties, weddings, birthday parties and themed events and for anyone who loves to listen or dance to a fabulous selection of live music.

Available for bookings for all kinds of occasions! Whether formal, informal, personal or corporate - they have the repertoire to suit! They have been a professional function/wedding band for 25+ years and have a huge repertoire, with many styles of music covered! They can offer a full range of af ...show more

The EX Jazz Trio is a group of accomplished, vastly experienced, mature musicians who are an ideal match for that special occasion. This Jazz Band is well known in Pontefract. They can provide a cool, smooth, sophisticated, low volume accompaniment to a Wedding or Corporate sit down meal, or cocktails.

This all star band of virtuoso swingers: double bass, piano, sax, drums and vocals/trumpet performs the hits and popular music of the 1940's - for your dancing, listening and party fun.

Their music is song based and accessible, appealing to a wide range of tastes and people of all ages. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Pontefract. They have a large repertoire of songs and styles which means they can keep varied audiences well entertained, playing for dancing in the evening or creating a great atmosphere for receptions and dinners. E ...show more

The AW Jazz Trio, comprised of Piano, Drums and Bass, is a group that can really add extra class to your event. Based near Nottingham but happy to travel, they play popular jazz standards and jazz interpretations of modern classics. The AW Trio can easily act as either the focal point of your event or provide tasteful background music to create the right ambience. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Pontefract from weddings to charity events..

If there are any particular titles you wish to have played, perhaps as a first dance or similar, then given enough notice the AW ...show more

This Trio is a very versatile jazz band, presenting modern and vintage in both sound and appearance. Being jazz musicians of national recognition, all members of the trio are experienced professionals, having played jazz clubs, weddings, cruise ships, even night clubs and everything in between!

Previous clientele include Cunard Cruises, GlaxoSmithKline, Virgin, Atlantic, HRH Prince Edward, The Real Tennis Association and the RAF International Air Show. Pontefract is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. Members of the band have also performe ...show more

An extremely experienced lounge jazz and swing band that have been playing at weddings, festivals, corporate events and prestigious music venues both nationally and internationally, for over 15 years. This Jazz Band is well known in Pontefract.

With a wide repertoire of 50s inspired classics from the great Lounge era, their performance is delivered in a retro Kitsch style with a modern gritty edge, guaranteeing that everyone is up and dancing.

The band are able to perform as a Duo up to a five piece band ensuring that they can meet ...show more

The NF jazz/swing quintet is the conjunction of the finest musicians in the Midlands. Full of fun and playing all of the classics as well as cleverly swinging some of the more current tunes. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Pontefract. They are well known performers with a wealth of experience. Band line-up consists of bass, piano, trumpet, drums and male vocals. This band are ready to get any party going.

The GL Jazz Trio are a distinctive trad/dixie trio based firmly Up North. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Pontefract from weddings to charity events.. With a classic lineup of sousaphone, banjo and trombone, these boys can deliver an unforgettable experience. They're much more than the usual jazz band - 1920s songs, speciality tunes, banjo virtuosity and a magnificent selection of waistcoats are all on the cards. If you're lucky, they might even play Dueling Banjos (on one banjo)!

So you're looking for something special for your event ? Look no further. The MV Swing Band take great songs and give them a makeover ! Your guests will be blown away by the creativity and style of the band. Imagine hearing 'livin on a prayer' or 'happy' done with a vintage style that gets the foot tapping.
The musicians really are top class. The band is made up of session musicians that annually tour with The Four Tops, The Temptations, Tavares, Freda Payne, The Platters, Martha Reeves and T ...show more

This band is made of up experienced jazz musicians from America, Argentina, Switzerland and England now all based in the north of England. They are ready to set a marvellous ambiance during your celebration, wedding, corporate event, birthday, anniversary, bar/bat mitzvah. This Jazz Band is well known in Pontefract.

The most common line-up is a four piece with Drums, Bass, Piano and Vocals.

The SB Trio provides high quality jazz and swing music and play regularly for weddings, parties, anniversaries, dinners etc.

This Trio (consisting of saxophone, keyboard & double bass) is ideal for receptions where background music is needed to set and maintain a relaxed atmosphere. Civil ceremony wedding music can also be provided and is completely unobtrusive whilst providing a dramatic entrance for the bride. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Pontefract.

The band provides high quality jazz, the swing of Michael Bublé, Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack, with pop covers. They specialise in playing at weddings and corporate events in the Midlands area. The musicians play to a very high standard.

Along with playing our music at weddings and corporate events the band also regularly play at anniversaries, birthday parties and military base functions. Any event can be catered for as the band can offer music for a wide age range.

.The band is avai ...show more

This is a quality trio delivering a polished, professional performance at every gig. Jon on saxes is a graduate of Nottingham University and is exceptionally talented on his instrument. Pontefract is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. Geoff playing basses is currently studying for a Masters in performance at the R.N.C.M. Brian, a graduate of Hull has many years experience playing in a variety of ensembles in the UK and Europe.

The band are available for a variety of events and are an ideal choice for providing that touch of sophisticatio ...show more

The ME Jazz Band is a great band for any occasion. It offers the best in live jazz for your entertainment and delectation. The collective experience amassed by the current line-up includes top UK theme parks, cruise liners, major UK and European Jazz Festivals and Radio and Television broadcasts. This Jazz Band is well known in Pontefract. Whatever they play, the major priority is to entertain the audience but to always maintain a high standard of musicianship and presentation.

Line-up includes trumpet, valve trombone & vocals/trombon ...show more

This band are smooth, swinging Jazz group that showcases the breadth of talent and flair amongst the musicians. This repertoire can be tailor made for any occasion and features the tantalising charisma and amazing voice of Laura Collins. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Pontefract. All performances incorporate a vast array of genres and all pieces are reinterpreted with personality and originality.

Line up comprises of sax/flute, vocals, trumpet, bass, piano & drums.

Smaller or larger bands can be arranged.

This is an exciting group of 3 professionally trained jazz musicians., whose training led them to study with some of the worlds greatest players and study the true traditions of Jazz. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Pontefract from weddings to charity events.. Their three piece band needs around 3 metres by 4 metres to set up in, and access to a power source. Their love of the Swing era and particularly the Rat Pack repertoire has led them to put their own stamp on repertoire from artists such as; Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Junior, Nat King Cole, Billy Holi ...show more

The MK Trio, with classic New York line-up of piano-double bass-drums, plays straight ahead jazz inspired by the music of writers Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, George Gershwin and the like who created what we know as "great American songbook". Pontefract is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. The trio perform with great energy guaranteed to generate a "feelgood" atmosphere at your event.

The MH Jazz Band was formed in 2002 from some of the finest musicians in the South of England. They are available in various line-ups to suit any occasion and have played at many prestigious events across the UK and Europe. This Jazz Band is well known in Pontefract. The line -up for the Trio consists of piano, double bass and either drums, sax, female vocals or trumpet/male vocals.

This Jazz Trio is ideal for providing background music for drinks/dinner etc or large band for evening events - guaranteed to add sophistication and a ge ...show more

The MH Jazz Band was formed in 2002 from some of the finest musicians in the South of England. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Pontefract. They are available in various line-ups to suit any occasion and have played at many prestigious events across the UK and Europe. The line -up for this band, which is great for functions of all types, consists Piano, Double Bass, Drums, Sax, Trumpet, Male Vocals, Female Vocals.

This Jazz Trio is ideal for providing background music for drinks/dinner etc or large band for evening events - guarenteed ...show more

With over fifteen years of experience performing internationally, The SG Trio's personal and highly professional service is guaranteed to make any occasion memorable. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Pontefract from weddings to charity events.. With a unique and versatile repertoire of jazz classics and even personalised requests, their music is joyful, light and entertaining in equal measure.

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. Pontefract is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.

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

The DS band is a UK-based Latin band bringing you a one-way ticket to the music of the Americas. This Jazz Band is well known in Pontefract. This groups is taken from their Big Band line up of (2 vocalists, 3 percussionists, 4 brass, piano and bass) and combines sensuous vocals, sophisticated horn lines and explosive percussion solos..With their vision to unite the rhythms of the Americas, their music is uplifting, inspiring and unifying, celebrating the diversity of cultures that arose out of the African Slave Trade, whilst focusing o ...show more

The DS band is a UK-based Latin band bringing you a one-way ticket to the music of the Americas. The 11-piece lineup (2 vocalists, 3 percussionists, 4 brass, piano and bass) lends itself to an expansive BIG BAND sound without losing the dynamism and spark of a small group, and combines sensuous vocals, sophisticated horn lines and explosive percussion solos. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Pontefract. With their vision to unite the rhythms of the Americas, their music is uplifting, inspiring and unifying, celebrating the diversity of cult ...show more

Recapture the glamour of the golden age of the Las Vegas cabaret lounges with this fabulous live band. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Pontefract from weddings to charity events..

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

The NR Swing Band play fantastic good-time music from the 40s onwards. Pontefract is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. They are great at getting a crowd up and dancing and singing along with classics such as Reet Petite, Minnie The Moocher, Flip Flop and Fly, Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend and other swinging classics.

The NR Swing Band specialize in weddings, parties and many other functions. They wear zoot suits, retro ties and wing tip shoes.

They use only high quality equipment, provide a 600 watt PA (loud enough for most priva ...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. This Jazz Band is well known in Pontefract.

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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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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Pontefract.

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.