Hire Local Live Bands in Kettering for hire

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". This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Kettering really swing. The trio perform with great energy guaranteed to generate a "feelgood" atmosphere at your event.

This talented jazz band offer a variety of different instruments allowing them to offer most forms of small-group jazz, including Ragtime, New Orleans & Dixieland, Swing and Behop. Instruments played include saxophone/clarinet/vocals, banjo/guitar, bass or sousaphone) and trumpet when a Quartet is required. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Kettering , its local area.

NOTE: the sound clips are of the JSF Jazz Band playing as a Quartet, not a Trio.

One of the top ceilidh bands in the country - playing all the major festivals both here and in Europe! This is a lively band who can provide a range of suitable music for your function - from mellow background music to a full Ceilidh or Barn dance with a caller suited to your needs. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Kettering. They are successful favourites on the UK ceilidh and festival circuit, as well as veterans of numerous functions including weddings, corporate events and family celebrations. They play a wide range of music from the ...show more

This lively band are in great demand for weddings, parties, charity events, corporate entertainment and other functions requiring that little bit of extra in entertainment value & a Disco option. The band pride themselves on a professional approach to all situation and importantly , a strong sense of FUN!

The band works with a team of experienced and sympathetic callers. Each has a special talent ranging from singing, recorder playing to humour and a dry wit. Any party in Kettering would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. Their caller explains the ...show more

A barn dance or ceilidh needs a good caller and appropriate live music. This band's caller, Irene, has a lifetime of experience in dancing and knows how to put over the fun elements of dancing. Her clear instruction makes everyone feel comfortable, from complete beginners to experts, both young and old. The band is made up from hand picked, very experienced, musicians, with a vast repertoire of tunes which are selected on the night (or afternoon) to suit the particular requirements of your even ...show more

The SM Band are a Quartet playing Gypsy Jazz from the 1930s and 1940s very much in the style of the "Hot Clubs of France". They have appeared throughout the Midlands at many festivals, hotels and restaurants and for dance groups such as the Lindy Hop & Bilbao Dancers. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Kettering , its local area. An atmospheric event with the Quartet will give you a delicious sense of nostalgia and an opportunity to sing and dance to some old classics like "Summertime" and "It don't mean a thing (if it aint got that swing)".

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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.

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The MW Ceilidh Band are happy to play for your wedding reception, party, celebration, barn dance, ceilidh or hoedown. Any party in Kettering would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. The band offers a mixture of traditional English, Irish, Scottish and American dance music suitable for a barn dance or ceilidh, played on fiddle, accordion and guitar, with their usual caller on bodhran.

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. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Kettering really swing.

This lively band are a very popular and experienced Ceilidh / Barn Dance Band and are available for all events ranging from weddings, anniversary parties, fund raisers etc. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Kettering , its local area. Although specialising in English Ceilidh their extensive repertoire of English traditional tunes along with a good selection of Scottish, Irish, American and some European and modern compositions means that the band are able to undertake Burns Nights etc. The band consists of some of the finest Ceilidh musicians in the area. ...show more

The TL Ceilidh Band is highly professional and features musicians who have played from Cornwall to Shetland and from Sweden to Australia. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Kettering. The TL Band's key to ceilidh/barn dance success is the ‘no pressure, it’s all about the fun’ approach taken by their caller, and the strong vocal line-up, supported by instrumentation on fiddles, bouzouki, mandolin, guitar and double bass. Several of the musicians are singers, and the caller also plays guitar and ethnic percussion depending on the rest of the ...show more

This jazz quartet was formed out of love for 'Swing' music and a desire to perform it for others. Their aim is to provide an intimate glimpse of some of the most memorable songs recorded. Any party in Kettering would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

The quartet comprises piano, drums, double bass and male singer. Additional musicians are invited to perform for certain occasion s or venues if required or requested.

The Quartet specializes in events such as Wedding Receptions, Cocktail Parties and Jazz evenings, in fact, any event which requires t ...show more

Create the intimacy and romance of the swing era at your next party or event with the GW Swing Band. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Kettering really swing.

Available for private event bookings as a duo, trio or quartet, Gary and his band recreate swinging renditions of beautiful songs in ‘Rat Pack’ style whether for dancing or listening.

The Quartet also oplay Dixieland and Latin Jazz.The quartet is well suited for weddings, dances, corporate receptions, parties, 1940's events where high quality of music is appreciated.

The KH Jazz Band is a full time professional Swing & Party band specialising in Weddings & private entertainment. Top class musicians, wonderful vocals, slick dance steps and smooth patter make this great band a must for any event. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Kettering , its local area. The KH band is fully self contained with state of the art sound & lighting. This band can offer a Swing/Jazz set for the first half of your wedding or event followed by a livelySoul & Party set.

This band stir up a wonderful evocative concoction of world grooves and  latin fever. They cross boundaries mixing up gypsy and latin rhythms  refusing to be labelled as any particular genre blending jazz, ethnic  groove and flamenco styles all underscoring memorable and original  melodic songs tinged with lyrical melancholy but always managing to  come out joyous and life affirming. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Kettering.  

Embracing world sounds, the band seduce audiences who want more than  just latin rhythms. You can dance, you ...show more

An all Scottish ceilidh band Plus Party / Function band with a good bit of Klexmer thrown in for good measure. So if you're looking to bring some of the Scottish Ceilidh party spirit to your night but still want to have regular party music as the main focus, this is the ideal band for you. Any party in Kettering would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

Born and bred in Scotland, their lead singer, Debbie , is an expert on Scottish Ceilidh dances and the band can either include a small selection of popular Scottish ceilidh favourites throughout their norm ...show more

The BSP Band have been entertaining people in the Nottingham and East Midlands area for Weddings, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Fund Raising Events, Schools, Scouts, Village Fetes, Sports Club Socials, Corporate Events, Round Table, Rotary Club etc. etc. for many years. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Kettering really swing.

For ceilidhs they provide a range of dance tunes. Their caller chooses dances to suit the mood and experience of the dancers. He gives complete and clear instructions to everyone and attempts to make certain that everyone knows ...show more

Bronze Earth Music are a fresh new band hailing from central England. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Kettering , its local area. They feature the classic pairing of fiddle and melodeon, and add cello for a classical edge. They're equally at home playing English, Scottish or Irish styles and are at home in any event. They can also offer music to listen to which they will play between dances.

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. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Kettering. 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

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. Any party in Kettering would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. 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 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. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Kettering really swing.

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

If you are looking for the perfect, all-inclusive entertainment for your wedding, birthday party, anniversary celebration, college ball, office party or conference bash, you have just found it!

A barn dance (or ceilidh, or country dance) gets everyone involved. It's terrific fun for all, and it's a great way to get your party to mix. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Kettering , its local area. With our expert caller on hand to guide you through, no prior experience of dancing is needed to be able to join in to the full.

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The AT Jazz Band are an ensemble who regularly perform for functions/events at venues like Randolph Hotel, National History Museum, Bodleian Libraries and Ashmolean Museum, as well at numerous community events. The musicians have been featured on BBC Radio Oxford. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Kettering. Their sax player studied jazz at Leeds College of Music and Birmingham Conservatoire. He has played with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra and Glen Miller Memorial Orchestra, in addition to Glastonbury and Royal Festival Hall. Their p ...show more

Acclaimed for their uplifting, grooving show, this band bring together thrilling arrangements of European folk music and self-penned tracks to craft a diverse and explosive set. Fiddles, whistles, guitar, vocals, bass and percussion combine to show their folk, jazz, soul and world music influences with a clarity and maturity that has brought this lively group of young musicians a proliferate following. Any party in Kettering would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

The six-piece band come from across England, and share a wealth of musical experience – fr ...show more

The Band combines top class musicianship with an extensive jazz repertoire. The band, formed seven years ago, includes multi-instrumentalist Anna on saxophone and keyboard, and backing vocals, whilst Chris plays keyboards and piano. The rest of the five-piece line-up - female lead vocals, bass and drums - are also top professional musicians. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Kettering really swing.

Between them they've performed with legendary Glam-rocker Roy Wood, Alvin Stardust, Darren Day, Duncan Norvelle, Roy Gee of The Drifters; recorded nume ...show more

Acclaimed for their uplifting, grooving show, this band bring together thrilling arrangements of European folk music and self-penned tracks to craft a diverse and explosive set. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Kettering , its local area. Fiddles, whistles, guitar, vocals, bass and percussion combine to show their folk, jazz, soul and world music influences with a clarity and maturity that has brought this lively group of young musicians a proliferate following.

The five-piece band come from across England, and share a wealth of musical experience – f ...show more

The HP Band are a five piece ceilidh and barn dance band, based in South Staffordshire. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Kettering. They have many years of experience providing top quality entertainment, and a passion for all things ceilidh! They come equipped with enthusiasm, fun and PAT tested equipment, and they are fully covered with PLI. They play fun and lively barn dance and ceilidh music, just what you need for a good dance. Their sound is best described as folk-rock and is produced by a line-up of fiddle, keyboard, guitar, drums ...show more

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. Any party in Kettering would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. 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

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. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Kettering really swing. 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.

The BT Trio regularly play ceilidhs with Tim calling the dances and playing percussion/brass, Nina playing piano with equal dexterity (and enchanting you with her voice on occasions) and Simon on melodeon!. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Kettering , its local area.

If you are looking for a band for a fund-raising event or wishing for a slightly more informal evening for the smaller relaxed night, this may well be your answer when considering 'live' music for your ceilidh or barn dance - especially if you would like the kids involved as well !.

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The NG Band are a stonking English barn dance band - playing stonking tunes for stonking dances. Guaranteed to make any party or event go with a swing. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Kettering. As with many ceilidh and barn dance bands, they are all active in many other bands too, but when they come together here they create something really special. They get tunes out of their instruments that aren't even there! Put all that together with an experienced caller to help everyone through the dances and it's a recipe for a great night.

Gemma and James have been building a reputation for high-quality jazz music for some years, and have now engaged the talents of some of London's finest musicians to form a flexible 3 to six piece band. Any party in Kettering would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

The UB Band can do it all! - anything from the quietest of background piano music with or without vocals, to getting the party started on the dance floor with a funky six-piece band featuring pop and soul classics to really get the party started. And they can do it all in the same evening! ...show more

This band was formed in 1999 by two friends who quickly attracted the finest young jazz talent in London. Their style is hard swinging Chicago jazz of the 1940's & 50's a la Eddie Condon and the band have carved out a polished reputation performing at jazz festivals and clubs in the UK. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Kettering really swing.

The band have recorded three successful albums and are currently working on a fourth. The band has performed at many jazz concert and festival venues including: Brecon Jazz Festival, 100 Club, Oxford Street ...show more

With a sound located somewhere between the Deep South and South Wales, the GL Band play the rootsiest honky-tonk, zydeco and R&B in London. They like nothing better than to play foot-stompin' tunes that you can dance the Texas polka to.

The GL Honkytonk/Blues Band regularly delight audiences of all ages with a variety of 1950s American hits. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Kettering , its local area. With a flexible line-up, they sound great as a duo, trio or quartet; the regular line up includes musicians who have worked alongside stars such as Van ...show more

The BM Trio derive their influence from the music of Django Reinhardt and the great Gypsy Jazz tradition.

This acoustic trio is one of many variations based on the original Quintette du Hot Club de France (3 Guitars, Violin and Double Bass) which featured Django Reinhardt and Stefan Grappelli. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Kettering.

The BM Trio infuse Gypsy Jazz with their own experience of many styles of music including jazz, classical, rock and pop to bring a sound that is enjoyable for all. Established in 2007 the Trio have ...show more

BR are a fantastic Irish band based in North London. With a lineup of guitar, upright bass, fiddle and banjo, they have a compelling sound that will have you up and dancing in no time. Together with their caller, they will give you a ceilidh to remember!

This band is like no other band and has a totally unique sound and image! Combining swamp infested gypsy blues with wild guitar playing, voodoo vocals, latin american drum and trumpet grooves with rockabilly swing double bass and hooks that you can sing along to instantly, they have one of the most intense and utterly compelling live shows around. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Kettering really swing.

The band attracts audiences beyond a specific genre, their music is accessible to anyone and this is part of what makes them so unique! They have ...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. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Kettering , its local area. With a unique and versatile repertoire of jazz classics and even personalised requests, their music is joyful, light and entertaining in equal measure.

The DL Jazz Quartet is one of the region's leading jazz bands. Dutch, the leader of the quartet, plays saxophone, clarinet, flute, trumpet and also does the vocals. With him are guitar, bass and drums. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Kettering. A female vocalist/sax player can be added to make this band a quintet. Their repertoire is vast, exceeding some 800 pieces.

The Quartet play frequently across the whole spectrum of jazz venues; festivals, clubs, hotels and private functions in the Midlands, UK and further afield.

A super cool jazz/soul/funk and blues band. With music ranging from old school jazz swing to deep funk and soul numbers. With sultry smokin' vocals by Nicky, these guys are the perfect way to add a classy atmosphere to your party. Any party in Kettering would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. With a repertoire of over 400 songs between them and over 10 years of experience you won't get anything less than the best quality music entertainment around.