Beautiful melodies from the era of the great singers-Frank Sinatra, Billie Holliday,Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole etc. Audiences appreciate the respect for this music,performed with consummate skill and good taste,creating just the right ambience for any occasion - from wedding to anniversary party. Staffordshire is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. The band sonsists of Saxophone, guitar and Bass. The wonderful Tenor Saxophone sound of Charlie is fully utilised in creating just the right musical ambience,whether in a concert situation or for qui ... 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 Staffordshire. 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 ... 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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Staffordshire.
Between them they've performed with legendary Glam-rocker Roy Wood, Alvin Stardust, Darren Day, Duncan Norvelle, Roy Gee of The Drifters; recorded nume ... more
Offering cool jazz for that special occasion. The group line up is usually clarinet or saxophone, guitar & double bass. They are available for weddings, private parties and promotional/sales functions.
If your event is a small private one, they can play acoustically even as background music. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Staffordshire from weddings to charity events..
If wanted a trombone of trumpet can be added to the Trio to offer a Quartet.
Based in the West Midlands but touring all over the world, The DT Big Band fire up a joyous stage show the likes of which are rarely seen in these dark days of processed pop and cookie-cutter contenders. Staffordshire is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. Fronted by Chicago-born blues shouter Stephen "The Doctor" and featuring a blistering 3 piece horn section the band believe in the relentless pursuit of a good time via the medium of rocking blues music. With a stonkin' mix of swing, jive and r-and-b covers and originals and stand out festiv ... 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 Jazz Band is well known in Staffordshire. 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.
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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Staffordshire. 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 Holiday, Oscar Peterson, Ella Fitzgerald.
While the Trio love swinging lively jazz, they also take pr ... more
The AW Jazz Trio, comprised of Piano, Drums and Bass, is a group that can really add extra class to your event. Playing 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 backgroud music to create the right ambience. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Staffordshire from weddings to charity events..
If there are any particular titles you wish to have played, perhaps as a first dance or similar, then given enough notice the AW Jazz Trio will happily oblige. All the band me ... more
This Trio is a very versatile jazz band, presenting modern and vintage in both sound and appearance. Being jazz musicians of national recognition, all members of the trio are experienced professionals, having played jazz clubs, weddings, cruise ships, even night clubs and everything in between!
Previous clientele include Cunard Cruises, GlaxoSmithKline, Virgin, Atlantic, HRH Prince Edward, The Real Tennis Association and the RAF International Air Show. Staffordshire is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area. Members of the band have also performe ... more
This 6-piece jazz function band has a line-up of female singer, trombone, saxophones/woodwind, piano, double-bass and drums. Tthe band are ideal for corporate functions, parties, weddings, balls and dinners, and will provide anything you request from light dinner music to lively up-beat tempos for dancing. This Jazz Band is well known in Staffordshire.
To tailor for your needs, they are more than happy to take requests in advance for any songs.
This all star band of virtuoso swingers: double bass, piano, sax, drums and vocals/trumpet performs the hits and popular music of the 1940's - for your dancing, listening and party fun.
Their music is song based and accessible, appealing to a wide range of tastes and people of all ages. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Staffordshire. They have a large repertoire of songs and styles which means they can keep varied audiences well entertained, playing for dancing in the evening or creating a great atmosphere for receptions and dinners. E ... more
So you're looking for something special for your event ? Look no further. The MV Swing Band take great songs and give them a makeover ! Your guests will be blown away by the creativity and style of the band. Imagine hearing 'livin on a prayer' or 'happy' done with a vintage style that gets the foot tapping.
The musicians really are top class. The band is made up of session musicians that annually tour with The Four Tops, The Temptations, Tavares, Freda Payne, The Platters, Martha Reeves and T ... more
An extremely experienced lounge jazz and swing band that have been playing at weddings, festivals, corporate events and prestigious music venues both nationally and internationally, for over 15 years. Staffordshire is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.
With a wide repertoire of 50s inspired classics from the great Lounge era, their performance is delivered in a retro Kitsch style with a modern gritty edge, guaranteeing that everyone is up and dancing.
The band are able to perform as a Duo up to a five piece band ensuring that they can meet ... 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. This Jazz Band is well known in Staffordshire. 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 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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Staffordshire.
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.
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.
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. This Jazz Band is well known in Staffordshire.
Embracing world sounds, the band seduce audiences who want more than just latin rhythms. You can dance, you ... 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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Staffordshire. With such an array of talent the Band’s repertoire can stretch from the 1920’s to Mainstream, Latin and Modern Jazz.
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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Staffordshire from weddings to charity events.. 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 ... more
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. Staffordshire is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.
This band is made of up experienced jazz musicians from America, Argentina, Switzerland and England now all based in the north of England. They are ready to set a marvellous ambiance during your celebration, wedding, corporate event, birthday, anniversary, bar/bat mitzvah. This Jazz Band is well known in Staffordshire.
The most common line-up is a four piece with Drums, Bass, Piano and Vocals.
This band formed from a desire to play music that has become "cool" again. The group perform swing and electro swing music mixed with a bit of blues and a few surprises along the way. Instrumental and vocal tunes combined with an effective blend of instruments and a quality performance gives the CH band a unique but cool sound. Experienced musicians and lively arrangements give the group a vibrant sound and the enjoyment of the genre is evident in every performance. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Staffordshire. Classic tunes mixed with mo ... 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 Staffordshire from weddings to charity events.. They can also play as a Quintet, adding female vocalist / sax player. 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 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. Staffordshire is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.
NOTE: the sound clips are of the JSF Jazz Band playing as a Quartet, not a Trio.
Gary is widely recognised as one of the UK's classiest jazz vocalists, regularly appearing in theatre and cabaret throughout Britain and abroad. He is also available for weddings and functions.
A classic singer in the Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett mould, Gary can perform with a trio, or a quartet to bring a touch of class to your function to make it an occasion to remember. This Jazz Band is well known in Staffordshire.
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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Staffordshire.
The CC Trio features ballads from the Great American Songbook which are perfect for intimate, low-key settings, or they wi ... more
Gary is widely recognised as one of the UK's classiest vocalists, regularly appearing in theatre and cabaret throughout Gt Britain and abroad and is also available for weddings and functions.
A classic singer in the Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett mould, Gary can perform jazz with a trio, or a quartet to bring a touch of class to your function to make it an occasion to remember. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Staffordshire from weddings to charity events..
The quartet comprises keyboard, bass, drums & either sax of guitar.
The M H Gypsy Jazz Quartet are an exciting young gypsy jazz band playing a mix of gypsy swing, jazz standards, bebop and world music. The quartet's main aim is to keep this style of jazz fresh, new and exciting whilst paying homage to the traditions of the music. Staffordshire is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.
The leader of the Quartet is one of the leading young jazz violinists in the country and has played in venues all over the place such as Rich Mix London, Le Quecumbar, Kings Place London, Django Reinhardt Festival Samois sur Sein ... more
This band specialise in the unique British Dance Band sound of the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s with its combination of violins, saxophones and rhythm section. This type of music is associated with famous bandleaders such as Henry Hall, Ambrose, Harry Roy, and others. Any combination from 6 to 12 performers are available to cater for every occasion, including weddings, wedding anniversaries, birthdays, parties, etc. This Jazz Band is well known in Staffordshire.
Typically, the groups will perform two or three sets of around 45-55 minutes at m ... 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 Staffordshire. The trio perform with great energy guaranteed to generate a "feelgood" atmosphere at your event.
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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Staffordshire from weddings to charity events..
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 ... 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. Staffordshire is within this Jazz Band’s local performance area.
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 ... more
This band will fill the dance floor and is perfect for company parties, weddings, birthday parties and themed events and for anyone who loves to listen or dance to a fabulous selection of live music.
Available for bookings for all kinds of occasions! Whether formal, informal, personal or corporate - they have the repertoire to suit! They have been a professional function/wedding band for 25+ years and have a huge repertoire, with many styles of music covered! They can offer a full range of af ... 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. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Staffordshire. 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 ... 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 Staffordshire 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 ... 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. Staffordshire 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 ... 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 Staffordshire.
The musicians are all well known, experienced and highly respected members of their profession. Most of them are also associated with their ac ... more
Performing a broad selection of songs you'll know and love from the Swing era plus 1940's (with uniforms) – Five Star Swing from Benny Goodman and Glenn Miller through to songs like Mr Bojangles & Bad Bad Leroy Brown plus foot stomping Blues, Jive & Jazz. An ideal Jazz Band for a wedding or party in Staffordshire. The band as shown here are a 5 piece band but they do perform as any size from four to seventeen-piece featuring at least three multi-instrumentalists / vocalists and lead by Chris & Simone Smith. This band have performed for Dame Vera Lynn, ... more
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. The Jazz Band plays regularly in Staffordshire from weddings to charity events.. 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.
The Jazz Band pages list bands that are available to perform in Staffordshire.
They are particularly appropriate for wedding receptions and parties. At weddings, jazz bands can play for the drinks reception, during the meal, and for the evening reception. Of course, you would want different styles of band for each part of the day, but with the help of our website you can select what is most appropriate for you. To find out more about them,
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The Staffordshire Moorlands, in the north of the county, has to be the best area for walking. Situated on the southern fringes of the Peak District it's an ideal base for everything from gentle strolls to energetic hill walking. More demanding footpaths can be found among the rugged crags of The Roaches or along the ancient packhorse trails of the Dane Valley. Long distance walkers can enjoy the scenic pleasures of the Staffordshire Way, Gritstone Trail and Limestone Way. If you prefer short circular walks, head for the softer landscapes of the limestone dales, the Churnet Valley, Rudyard Lake or local country parks. North of Leek lies some of the most impressive scenery in the county in the form of The Roaches, a group of rocky fortress like hills set amidst wild moorland. The highest, at 1,500 feet, is called Five Clouds.. Staffordshire covers an area of approximately 35 miles wide and 55 miles long. It has eight major rivers, those being the Trent, Dove, Blyth, Sow, Penk, Churnet, Tame and Stour. Traditionally agriculture and stock-raising has been important in the county. Coal has been abundant, plus lead, copper, iron, Fuller's earth, pipe-clay, marble and ochre were also found. Staffordshire's main and most famous manufacturing industry has been pottery.
From its industrial past, the Potteries area of Staffordshire has produced many excellent brass bands. But Staffordshire also extends up towards the Peak District, an agricultural area where folk traditions are strong. The stately homes of the industrialists would have hosted music of a more refined nature. So in its diversity, music has been abundant in Staffordshire through history to the present day.
Modern Staffordshire has its own bands, but can also draw on the party bands , function bands & covers bands of the Midlands. Perhaps jazz bands are more your cup of tea, or a barn dance bands [plenty of barns in northern Staffordshire!]
Staffordshire is within the sphere of influence of both the Birmingham Conservatoire and the Royal Northern College of Music, and as a result has many fine string quartets in staffordshire who play in venues thought the county. There are many fine jazz bands in staffordshire , jazz having a broad appeal to both the working man and the gentry. ceilidh bands in staffordshire A country rich in folk traditions, barn dance bands in staffordshire can appeal to all wedding quartets in staffordshire