Jazz Bands in West Sussex for hire

ThisTrio offer cool jazz with easy-listening improv playing tunes from the Great American Songbook, jazz, swing, blues.

Since 1995 the US Jazz Group have worked towards achieving a sound and repertoire which reflects the great Gypsy-swing and European musical traditions. This Jazz Band is well known in West Sussex.

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

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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in West Sussex.

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

The SJK Band are led by Dave a well known player of hot, traditional jazz trumpet. The Jazz Band plays regularly in West Sussex from weddings to charity events.. Dave fronts his band, who have enjoyed a high level of popularity on the British Traditional Jazz Scene for many years..The musicians chosen to join Dave are, without doubt, some of the best exponents of this jazz style playing today. Their music suits all types of dancing from disco, rock and roll jiving, Latin american to ballroom and pleases every age group. The success this band has achieved, comes, not only ...show more

Formed in 2008, the DM Jazz Quartet are based on the south coast. West Sussex is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. 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

The LL provide high quality jazz music for your event. Between them they have over 50 years experience and have worked with leading artists from all over the world. This Jazz Band is well known in West Sussex. They are available as a duo of guitar and saxophone, a trio of guitar, sax and double bass with vocals, or a quartet of guitar, sax, double bass and drums. Female lead vocals can also be added.

Photos show the Trio and Duo only. Track 5 is with male vocalist and track 6 is of the Duo.

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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in West Sussex.

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 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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in West Sussex from weddings to charity events..

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 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. West Sussex is within this Jazz Band’s local performance 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. This Jazz Band is well known in West Sussex. 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

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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in West Sussex.

This stylish band offers Swing Jazz for any occasion. They pride ourselves on their lively performance playing jazz from the 20's all the way through the decades to modern songs in the current charts. The Jazz Band plays regularly in West Sussex from weddings to charity events.. The band was born at the beginning of 2013 in London from an idea of the doublebass player who had a passion for modern manuche style gypsy Jazz. Along with Andrea and Alexis they started re-arranging songs, new and old, (no matter which genre they came from) bringing them back to life with a very ...show more

The AF Jazz Quartet offer live jazz suitable for any social event. Their line-up includes tenor and soprano saxophones, flute, piano, guitar, double bass and drums allowing them to fit into a wide variety of settings, from the intimacy of wedding receptions, cocktail parties or formal dinners to larger functions, corporate events, garden parties. West Sussex is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.

Their music is drawn from the 'Great American Songbook' and covers a wide range of styles and periods, from swing to modern. They cover the classic ...show more

The ST Band are a high class jazz band based in London, with the finest musicians from across Europe. This Jazz Band is well known in West Sussex.

The ST Jazz Band play a mixture of contemporary renditions of many great jazz tunes, as well as non-jazz tunes that have been given a swinging makeover. Added to this is the classical touch of cellist Stefano Matteucci which helps to create a unique and highly sophisticated sound that will set the perfect mood for any event.

The ST Jazz Band can provide the suitable entertainment for all ...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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in West Sussex. 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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in West Sussex from weddings to charity events.. 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. West Sussex is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. 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 band play as a 6 to 10 piece band. This Jazz Band is well known in West Sussex. This full band comprises nine professional musicians, based in Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK. The band was formed while three of its members were serving in the Royal Marines, and was augmented with "civies" when the three de-mobbed.

The Band can be guaranteed to make a successful contribution to any occasion, be it a corporate function, product launch, masonic ladies' festival, a wedding or a birthday party.

The line-up of the band is Trombone and Lead ...show more

The CP Jazz Trio presents the ultimate in Musical Sophistication with a modern twist - from Ed Sheeran to Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald to Chaka Khan. The trio will serenade you with the perfect summer soundtrack or an elegant evening performance. The band have the unique ability to provide either a luscious vocal led performance, or for the more understated event, a purely instrumental experience led by the soothing sounds of the saxophone. Of course, a combination of both is an extremely po ...show more

The CP Trio offer the smooth sophisticated sounds of Jazz standards and contemporary Jazz. From ballads to swing, captivating music for your listening and dancing pleasure. The line up consists of Saxophone, Guitar and Double Bass. The Jazz Band plays regularly in West Sussex from weddings to charity events..

The band are happy (and experienced) to play for all types of events from weddings product launches,corporate events, anniversaries, parties etc.

In addition they do offer the options of quartet (drums added), quintet (with vocalist or trumpet) or sextet (wit ...show more

The CP Quintet offer the smooth sophisticated sounds of Jazz standards and contemporary Jazz. From ballads to swing, captivating music for your listening and dancing pleasure. West Sussex is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. The line up consists of Female vocal, Saxophone, Guitar, Double Bass and Drums.

The band are happy (and experienced) to play for all types of events from weddings product launches,corporate events, anniversaries, parties etc.

In addition they do offer the options of trio, quartet, quintet or sextet (with tru ...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. This Jazz Band is well known in West Sussex. 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!

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

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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in West Sussex from weddings to charity events..

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Cool classic jazz standards in the style of Paul Desmond, Stan Getz and Ben Webster. West Sussex is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. The trio can play quiet unobtrusive background music or louder when appropriate.

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

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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in West Sussex. 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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in West Sussex from weddings to charity events.. 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

Be sure that you've got a big dance floor because you'll need it when this band start playing!. West Sussex is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. 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 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. This Jazz Band is well known in West Sussex. 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

Oriana is a French born singer who specialises in classic American swing, French chanson and Cabaret. Her impressive four octave range and flair as a composer has allowed her to work with producers such as Andy Bradfield (Prod. Eliza Doolittle), Stephen Large (Prod. Duffy) and her close friend and mentor, Marcella Puppini (founder of The Puppini Sisters). Let Oriana and her superb band transport you from a 20′s American speakeasy to a Parisian Cafe the next, with her vintage classy look, sultry ...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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in West Sussex from weddings to charity events..

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

JG are a guitar led jazz trio whose style is influenced by the great west coast jazz musicians of the 50’s and 60’s. West Sussex is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. They play a cool, swinging style of jazz perfectly suited for events which need some light entertainment to create a fun, chilled vibe.

The AC Jazz Band are a four piece traditional jazz band playing in the New Orleans style which would still be recognised by the early exponents of the music. It is the style of jazz that was the musical accompaniment to social functions, music that can be danced to or just for listening. This Jazz Band is well known in West Sussex. The tunes, mainly from the 1900's, to 1940's, include well known ones like All of Me, Tuxedo Junction, Avalon, Honeysuckle Rose, and Bye Bye Blackbird. The instruments are not dependent on electricity which mea ...show more

The SG Band is a vibrant young jazz group featuring the best of London's young jazz scene, including players from some of the UK's leading Music institutions including The Royal Academy of Music, London. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in West Sussex.

The band has a wealth of live experience within its line-up. Collectively having toured England, Ireland, Europe and Australia as well performing at some of London's top jazz clubs including Ronnie Scotts, The Bulls Head and The 606 Club.

The quartet line-up features the dynamic combinat ...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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in West Sussex from weddings to charity events.. 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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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. West Sussex is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.

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!

For your wedding, party or other special celebration, the SB Band can provide music that will appeal to all ages, all evening. They can deliver a swinging 40’s dance evening or when your audience has a wide age range, their versatility allows them to change mood throughout the evening, starting off with swing, but switching to disco and pop later in the evening. This Jazz Band is well known in West Sussex. They perform a fantastic range of uplifting music to get you up on the dance floor and keep you there all night long!

From sophisticated swing and smooth Latin to blues, soul and raunchy R & B this band can provide the right mix of music to create the atmosphere you require whatever type of event you are planning.

The usual combination is a trio featuring keyboards (including bass pedals), guitar, saxophone, although this can be augmented to a quartet including a very tasteful drummer. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in West Sussex.

The DS band is a UK-based Latin band bringing you a one-way ticket to the music of the Americas. The Jazz Band plays regularly in West Sussex from weddings to charity events.. 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