Jazz Bands in Dawlish for hire

The JM band play a lively mixture of swing, jazz and dance music and even a bit of early Rock & Roll. You'll hear plenty of favourites plus some unexpected numbers all given their irresistible swing treatment. The band's amazing female vocalist will beguile you with her beautiful tone, shock you when she growls and delight you with her wonderful interpretation of songs you know and love. The band creates the essential rhythm and solos for a complete jazz and dance experience.

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The MB Jazz Trio play music from the early jazz period through to the Great American Songbook. The band was formed in 2012 after playing together for 20 years or so in other bands. They wanted to take the jazz band format and rework it to keep the best elements but be more polished, flexible about a broader range of tunes and appeal to a wider audience including people who are not jazz fans. This Jazz Band is well known in Dawlish.

The band play well-loved tunes at volumes to suit with just the right tempos for listening and dancin ...show more

The MB Jazz Band play music from the early jazz period through to the Great American Songbook. The band was formed in 2012 after playing together for 20 years or so in other bands. They wanted to take the jazz band format and rework it to keep the best elements but be more polished, flexible about a broader range of tunes and appeal to a wider audience including people who are not jazz fans. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Dawlish.

The band play well-loved tunes at volumes to suit with just the right tempos for listening and danci ...show more

This is a jazz trio led by Philip on piano plus bass and drums or sax, playing Jazz standards and Latin Jazz. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Dawlish from weddings to charity events.. They are the perfect choice for parties, weddings and events in Dorset and the surrounding area.

Philip is a South African born pianist whose international career has included playing at Ronnie Scotts though he is equally at home in intimate settings such as the plush surroundings of London’s Lanesborough Hotel. His playing has been described as ‘enjoyable, easy swinging’ playing and ...show more

The MJ Jazz Trio are a professional West Country cocktail jazz piano/bass/drums trio, with literally hundreds of professional gigs behind them, mostly weddings, but also many private parties, dinners etc. Dawlish is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.

They bring a vast repertoire of songs but minimal equipment, and are quite used to playing quietly in small rooms, very close to diners. Their aim is to contribute to the atmosphere of an occasion whilst being relatively unobtrusive and allowing your guests to conduct normal conversation.

The TM Jazz Trio is a Gypsy jazz trio with a difference! Silky smooth baselines and tantalising harmonies and interwoven with fascinating rhythms to provide a breathtaking compliment to a range of virtuosic solos on guitar and violin.

The Band plays 'Old School' Rhythm & Blues featuring the music of Ray Charles, Van Morrison, Georgie Fame, Little Walter, Aretha Franklin, Louis Jordon, Wilson Picket and The Blues Brothers to name but a few. The band features great musicians including an impressive three piece Horn Section, Keyboards, Guitar, Double Bass, Drums and cool male and female singers. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Dawlish. The band’s musical style ensures everyone will get up and dance to one swinging band. The band members wear suits with the ladies in f ...show more

The DS Trio is a professional Gypsy Jazz/Swing group that deliver a fun and sophisticated ambiance - perfect for afternoon wedding receptions, garden parties, private functions and more. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Dawlish from weddings to charity events.. Performing a mix of classic 30's and 40's jazz standards and authentic gypsy jazz, this group of talented, award winning musicians are the perfect choice to get your event swingin’ in style!

The DS Quartet is a professional Gypsy Jazz/Swing group that deliver a fun and sophisticated ambiance - perfect for afternoon wedding receptions, garden parties, private functions and more. Dawlish is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. Performing a mix of classic 30's and 40's jazz standards and authentic gypsy jazz, this group of talented, award winning musicians are the perfect choice to get your event swingin’ in style!

Formed originally in 2000 this band have already made a huge impact with their exuberant blend of jump jive and swing dance music. This Jazz Band is well known in Dawlish. Hailed by ‘The Stage’ magazine as “one of Britain’s best ever party bands”, they have enjoyed great success at dance clubs and venues throughout this country and are building a loyal following amongst the jivers of Northern Europe.

The band’s music carries echoes of the great Louis Prima and Louis Jordan and they combine the energy of early rhythm and blues with ...show more

The Al Jazz Trio are an experienced trio and one of the coolest bands around! From background dinner jazz, to up-beat songs, the trio can tailor a set list to suit any client's needs. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Dawlish. With a wealth of experience playing for prestigious clients across the UK, the AL Jazz Trio will add a pleasant and sophisticated atmosphere to any event. Previous clients include the Defence Academy of The United Kingdom, BBC, the Manor House, ExCel London & Cardiff Museum. Led by saxophonist, Carlo, who is compl ...show more

The NJS Quartet are a group of four professional musicians from the south led by Sarah on sax, flute, clarinet and vocals. The band share a love of melodic, rhythmic jazz and enjoy pushing the boundaries of the idiom with both a variety of well known jazz favourites and more obscure choices. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Dawlish from weddings to charity events.. Often billed as ‘Count Basie to Carole King’, the band enjoy a wide repertoire and appeal to audiences of all ages.

All musicians have worked on the music scene for many years appearing at a number of Ja ...show more

The NJS Trio are a group of four professional musicians from the south led by Sarah on sax, flute, clarinet and vocals. The band share a love of melodic, rhythmic jazz and enjoy pushing the boundaries of the idiom with both a variety of well known jazz favourites and more obscure choices. Dawlish is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. Often billed as ‘Count Basie to Carole King’, the band enjoy a wide repertoire and appeal to audiences of all ages.

All musicians have worked on the music scene for many years appearing at a number of Jazz ...show more

12 years of experience and showmanship leaves this professional trio well versed at taking the audience on a journey. This Jazz Band is well known in Dawlish. The hot-club style outfit travels through desert caravans, Mediterranean vibes and 40s swing-dance halls, depending on where the crowd, and the band, want to go!

Their fresh sound and variety of instruments and rhythms keeps any audience interested. Gypsy Jazz, classic songs, mellow clarinet tones, and driving Bari sax, all under pinned by the tight swing of vibrant guitar an ...show more

The FS Band perform a range of music including Swing, music from the 1940s, Motown and Blues. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Dawlish. From Benny Goodman and Glenn Miller through to songs like Mr Bojangles & Bad Bad Leroy Brown plus foot stomping Blues, Jive & Jazz, they are the perfect group for your party! The band quoted here are a trio (photos show larger bands) but they do perform as any size from four to seventeen-piece. They can also offer a 1940s themed band in uniforms, please ask for details!

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

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

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

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. This Jazz Band is well known in Dawlish.

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

The JG Jazz Trio consists of smooth female vocals, upright double bass and skilful jazz guitar. They are a sophisticated outfit with a real air of glamour. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Dawlish. When Johanna is performing she has a unique ability to take on the personas of the stars from the past. You won't get the feeling that she's "doing Billie Holiday", but something of the essence of the classic recording will come through naturally as she sings.
They can play background music for an intimate occasion or more upbeat for cele ...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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Dawlish from weddings to charity events.. 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.

Since 1995 the US Jazz Group have worked towards achieving a sound and repertoire which reflects the great Gypsy-swing and European musical traditions. Dawlish is within this Jazz Band’s local performance 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 NR Swing Band play fantastic good-time music from the 40s onwards. This Jazz Band is well known in Dawlish. 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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Dawlish.

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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Dawlish from weddings to charity events.. 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 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. Dawlish is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.

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 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. This Jazz Band is well known in Dawlish.

While there, she met the pianist Gabriel, with whom she shared a great love of ...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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Dawlish. With a unique and versatile repertoire of jazz classics and even personalised requests, their music is joyful, light and entertaining in equal measure.

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 Dawlish 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

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. Dawlish is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. 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. This Jazz Band is well known in Dawlish.

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