Hire Local Live Bands in Stratford upon Avon for hire

This jazz based trio, are :- Ray (Guitar) and Andrea (Vocals) and Mark (Bass), have combined their extensive and varied musical careers to create a smooth, easy listening sound moving effortlessly from a laid back Georgia to an upbeat How High The Moon. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Stratford upon Avon really swing. The band supported the RatPack, who were 'Back in Town' at London's Dorchester Hotel followed by a performance at The Stables, playing for Sir Johnny Dankworth and Dame Cleo Laine.

The Trio are at ease playing everything from corporate eve ...show more

This band can offer Irish, Scottish, English, American Barn Dance & Ceilidh. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Stratford upon Avon , its local area. Ceilidhs and barn dances are a great excuses to share some powerful, exciting music with your friends and enjoy a fun-filled time on the dance floor! You really don't need any experience - this band's caller will simply teach you all you need to know. It's the ideal entertainment for parties and weddings - getting everyone involved.

The CZ Band is a 2-piece barn dance and ceilidh band, playing accordion, keyboard ...show more

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 Stratford upon Avon.  

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

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

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. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Stratford upon Avon really swing. 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 exciting Jazz Quintet create an atmosphere of pure style and energy by combining the passion of early Blues with the sophistication of Vintage Swing Jazz. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Stratford upon Avon , its local area. Inspired by the intoxicating rhythms of Django Reinhardt’s Hot Club d’France coupled with the vocal genius of Billie Holiday, the band is fronted by Nicky - a dynamic female vocalist providing soulful performances throughout the set. As well as the magic of their music, the HC Band add visual elegance to any Wedding or Corporate event ...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. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Stratford upon Avon.

The six-piece band come from across England, and share a wealth of musical experience – fr ...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. Any party in Stratford upon Avon would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. 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

With their blend of Jazz, Swing and Latin The 'RM Jazz band can provide stylish background music or upbeat entertainment for the main event. The band have had their music played on BBC Jazz radio and features a talented line up of experienced music professionals. They pride themselves on providing a classy rendition of classic tracks made famous by the likes of Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Dean Martin and Tony Bennett. The RM Band add sophistication to any occasion.

The JT Jazz Band are accomplished musicians who can adapt quickly to the environment in which they are playing. They can provide background music or take centre stage. Sometimes people get the urge to get up and dance to themusic, so they are flexible enough to extend pieces and play danceable tunes. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Stratford upon Avon , its local area. The band are popular with younger clients who enjoy blues based guitar solos and older clients who will be familiar with some of the standards in their repertoire. They are quick to learn new music ...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. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Stratford upon Avon. 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.

Bronze Earth Music are a fresh new band hailing from central England. Any party in Stratford upon Avon would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. 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 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. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Stratford upon Avon really swing. 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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Often described as ‘the finest gypsy jazz in the Cotswolds’, the SP Jazz Ensemble are a UK quartet of violin, guitars and double bass. Expect stylish jazz and vintage swing.

The ensemble present their own versions of music from across Europe and beyond - featuring music by Edith Piaf, Gershwin, Charles Trenet, and the Hot Club de France.

This Quintet is perfect for small venues or maybe background music for a wedding or any intimate gathering. They have a huge repertoire including jazz standards and motown classics. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Stratford upon Avon. The Quintet can blend in for the perfect ambient background for any
occasion or switch it up and have you guests dancing all night
long to great up tempo swing and those classic party motown
songs.

This talented group are also happy to play agreed requests
especially if it is for a first dance at a wedding ...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. Any party in Stratford upon Avon would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

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

The PS Jazz Band are one of the UK’s longest serving Jazz Bands, having started over 48 years ago, and performing across the UK and abroad. The Band’s membership has a pedigree 2nd to none, with players having performed with the likes of Cleo Lane, Shirley Bassey, Tony Bennet, Mel Torme, Sarah Vaughan, Don Lucher, Humphrey Littleton and many more. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Stratford upon Avon really swing. With such an array of talent the Band’s repertoire can stretch from the 1920’s to Mainstream, Latin and Modern Jazz.

The Band has performed at fes ...show more

Licketysplit is an American barn dance band whose members are professional musicians with many years’ experience of weddings, parties and community events. Lots of fun is guaranteed and absolutely everyone can get involved, even if they’ve not done barn dancing before. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Stratford upon Avon , its local area. They have a repertoire of American music and dances but, just like American heritage, there’s plenty from elsewhere too.

Hullabaloo is an English ceilidh band providing music for parties, weddings and community events in which everyone can be involved and have fun. They use a wide repertoire of English music and dances and, for variety, some jigs, reels and hornpipes from elsewhere too. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Stratford upon Avon. Usually in the course of an evening event they’ll lead a variety of different dances, which are all easy to learn, interspersed with some music to listen to – but they can also provide music for events where there’s no dancing.

Judy has sung with a number of well known bands and made regular trips to America to sing in events such as the Sacramento Jubilee in 1999. She has sung alongside many eminent guests such as Humphrey Lyttelton, Acker Bilk, Pat Halcox, Roy Williams and Digby Fairweather to name just a few. Any party in Stratford upon Avon would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. Her current band are all professional musicians with a wealth of talent between them.

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 lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Stratford upon Avon really swing. 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

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. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Stratford upon Avon , its local area. 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

Ringerike is an experienced 3-piece or 4-piece ceilidh and barn dance band. Our aim is to provide a high quality of music and a great night’s entertainment for everyone – ideal for weddings, parties, corporate events and a wide range of occasions. The band is comprised of accomplished professional musicians and usually features fiddle and guitar along with flute/whistle, accordion and/or bass. One of the musicians always doubles as caller to give easily followed instructions so that everyone can ...show more

The HP Band are a five piece ceilidh and barn dance band, based in South Staffordshire. Any party in Stratford upon Avon would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. 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

The Band is an experienced barn dance and ceilidh band. The Band has a flexible line-up, drawn from the membership of top Festival dance band, The GS Ceilidh Band. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Stratford upon Avon really swing.

The five-piece line-up (The GS Ceilidh Band) is often too much for smaller local events where space for the band, time to set up, and perhaps money, are at a premium. The CM band offer a first class alternative. With just three of the musicians plus caller, and a small, quickly assembled PA system, they offer a great option and c ...show more

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. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Stratford upon Avon , its local area. 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

This is an established band with a line up and repertoire sure to get everyone out of their seats and joining in the fun on the dance floor. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Stratford upon Avon. The band line-up comprises of accordion, melodeon, fiddle, banjo, guitar plus caller.

The band have performed at numerous ceilidhs and barn dances playing for events including weddings, anniversary and birthday parties, village events and fund-raising events where the bigger band sound is required at an affordable price. The fact is - the band just lov ...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". Any party in Stratford upon Avon would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. The trio perform with great energy guaranteed to generate a "feelgood" atmosphere at your event.

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 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. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Stratford upon Avon , its local area.

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. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Stratford upon Avon. 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

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 Stratford upon Avon would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. Their caller explains the ...show more

This band is a three piece outfit who can perform for a range of functions, including weddings, corporate hospitality, clubs, anniversaries etc. This lively local band can be hired to make your party or wedding in Stratford upon Avon really swing. Between them they play an impressive array of acoustic instruments including fiddle, mandolin, banjo, button accordion, guitar, double bass, bass guitar, flute, bodhran, bouzouki and vocals!

The band will do their absolute best to meet your specifications, and will include "special" tunes for you wherever possible. The band's caller will guide you ...show more

Based on an English Barn Dance Band, they can also include American, Scottish and Irish if desired. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Stratford upon Avon , its local area. Hear all the traditional barn dance tunes, dance all the dances, with the SR Band, including accordion, fiddle, bass and Sheila herself, the caller (+ guitar, percussion) ,– and what a lovely Geordie accent she has too! The band's emphasis is on having fun and they are happy to play for any event, from village socials, birthdays, anniversaries, weddings etc.

Smaller bands are also available.

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. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Stratford upon Avon.

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

This band is a two piece outfit who can perform for a range of functions, including weddings, corporate hospitality, clubs, anniversaries etc. Any party in Stratford upon Avon would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening. Between them they play an impressive array of acoustic instruments, and they are perfect for functions where budget or space is a consideration!

The duo will do their absolute best to meet your specifications, and will include "special" tunes for you wherever possible. The band's caller will guide you through the dances and make the evening accessib ...show more

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

This all-female band won hearts and popular acclaim around the counry at various clubs and Festivals. Their latest line-up features Debbie on(drums, tenor and alto sax, vocals, Gabriele (piano, vocals) and Rachel (guitar, banjo, vibes, vocals), Zoe (reeds, vocals) now heads this band, and Isabel (bass) completes the line-up. You can hire this band via this web site to play for your birthday or Christmas Party in Stratford upon Avon , its local area.

The Band is available as a Trio, Quartet or Quintet.

Always something going on, this band generates plenty of energy and enthusiasm, and is highly popular at j ...show more

The Band in their 6 piece lineup, play jazz inspired by the music of the "classic" interwar years, with a creative energy that has become its hallmark. The band's skill, originality and phenomenal swing have excited audiences in clubs, theatres, dance halls and festivals throughout Europe, including those at the Edinburgh International Jazz Festival. Hire this band to dance and listen to for any event in Stratford upon Avon.

The musicians are all well known, experienced and highly respected members of their profession. Line-up includes trombone/guitar, clarinet/teno ...show more

The Band, in their 4 piece lineup, play jazz inspired by the music of the "classic" interwar years, with a creative energy that has become its hallmark. The band's skill, originality and phenomenal swing have excited audiences in clubs, theatres, dance halls and festivals throughout Europe, including those at the Edinburgh International Jazz Festival. Any party in Stratford upon Avon would be local to this band, which you can hire for the evening.

The musicians are all well known, experienced and highly respected members of their profession. Most of them are also associated with their ac ...show more