Jazz Bands in Portishead for hire

This sassy jazz band will take you back to the era when jazz was all the rage - playing classics from the 20s,30s, and 40’s with some modern twists. The theatrical styling, paired with Fifi’s great vocals, are sure to get you Hot-cats up on your feet. Having performed at a number of vintage shows, this band are great for any event…… don’t miss out!

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. This Jazz Band is well known in Portishead. 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

Formed originally in 2000 this band have already made a huge impact with their exuberant blend of jump jive and swing dance music. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Portishead. 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

This Trio plays regularly at Jazz Clubs, corporate functions, weddings and other events. Their leader Mike has been playing guitar since he was 13 and has played with jazz, dance and rock bands, and cabaret backing bands. He is supported in the Trio by string bass and drums. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Portishead from weddings to charity events.. The Trio can be joined by a vocalist if desired - there would be extra cost for this option.

The Trio play regularly at a number of jazz clubs, and have also performed at the International Guitar Festival of Great Britai ...show more

The EJ Jazz Band performs songs from the Great American Songbook. Eileen’s vocal’s range from strong and passionate to delicate and intimate while the backing is smooth and sophisticated. Portishead is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. All members of the band are professional musicians who have studied music at degree level.

The band has played at many weddings, parties, functions and corporate events. Their previous clients include: Coutts Bank, The Bath Festival, Bristol Zoo as well as many restaurants and jazz clubs throughout the ...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 Portishead. 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 PR Quartet are a jazz quartet made up of tenor saxophone, piano, bass and drums from Somerset. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Portishead. They play a range of jazz standards, blues and funk tunes for wedding, private parties, cafes, bars and larger live music events.

Their saxophonist, Paul, has years of experience from setting up a student funk band while at uni, to playing gigs throughout the south east of England including at the 144 Jazz Club in Rochester. He is now living in Somerset and playing with local big bands and part ...show more

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

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. This Jazz Band is well known in Portishead.

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

If it's a party you want, then this could be the band for you. They present a humorous, high energy set featuring the music of Louis Jordan, Cab Calloway and Louis Prima that was all the rage in the 1940's and early 1950's. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Portishead.

The six piece band faithfully recreate a whole host of classic jump jive hits that had people rocking and rolling in the aisles years before Rock and Roll had been invented and the evenings is guarenteed to go with a swing.

Line-up is guitar, bass guitar,drums, saxop ...show more

Sophisticated 1930s style vocal jazz for any occasion, large or small featuring Cate - one the UK's finest jazz singers. Cate's swinging trio is made up of vocals with piano and double bass. The trio includes some of the UK's top players who have worked with most of Britain’s finest jazz musicians, including Acker Bilk, Stacey Kent, Humphrey Lyttelton and George Melly. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Portishead from weddings to charity events..

The CC Trio features ballads from the Great American Songbook which are perfect for intimate, low-key settings, or they wi ...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. Portishead is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. 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

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. This Jazz Band is well known in Portishead. 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

This is a jazz trio led by Philip on piano plus bass and drums or sax, playing Jazz standards and Latin Jazz. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Portishead. 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 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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Portishead from weddings to charity events.. 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 relaxing chill-out music that makes you feel good. The inspiration for the music is the Bach Flower Remedies, and the pieces trace musical journeys which move in a positive emotional direction. The music is lyrical and soulful; it creates a great ambience for people to have a relaxing experience. Some of the pieces could be danced to, but this is not upbeat dance music. It is mood music which creates a good vibe. Portishead is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.

The ADB Latin Band is a female fronted six piece band which specialises in Latin Jazz. They can provide stylish background music or upbeat entertainment for the main event. This Jazz Band is well known in Portishead. The band have appeared on BBC radio and comprise a talented line up of experienced music professionals. They perform classic bossa novas, sambas and pop songs by the Great Brazilian song writers such as Jobim, Menescal and Pereira in the native Portuguese language. This band add glamour and 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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Portishead. 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

A jazz band which recreates the hit tunes of the Trad jazz boom of the 50s and 60s. Songs include 'Midnight in Moscow', 'Green leaves of summer' and 'Petite Fleur'.

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. Portishead 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 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. This Jazz Band is well known in Portishead. 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

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 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.

If you want fun, ...show more

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. Portishead is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. 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 FS Band perform a range of music including Swing, music from the 1940s, Motown and Blues. This Jazz Band is well known in Portishead. 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!

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

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. Portishead is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. 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 a vibrant and energetic jazz quartet comprising of experienced professional musicians, playing a wide variety of their interpretations of jazz standards (swing, Latin, bebop),cool jazz, The Great American Song Book, contemporary jazz and funk. This Jazz Band is well known in Portishead.

The band have played at many restaurants, bars and functions. The Tomcats have the ideal sound to make a great atmosphere at any function, event or party.

The NR Swing Band play fantastic good-time music from the 40s onwards. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Portishead. 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 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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Portishead from weddings to charity events..

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

The band play well-loved tunes at volumes to suit with just the right tempos for listening and danci ...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 Portishead. 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 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". An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Portishead. The trio perform with great energy guaranteed to generate a "feelgood" atmosphere at your event.

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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Portishead from weddings to charity events.. They perform a fantastic range of uplifting music to get you up on the dance floor and keep you there all night long!

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. Portishead is within this Jazz Band’s local performance 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.

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

While there, she met the pianist Gabriel, with whom she shared a great love of ...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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Portishead from weddings to charity events..

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