Are you looking to add sophistication and excitement to your next celebration? Then, you definitely need to hire a jazz band to transform your event into an unforgettable occasion. Your guests will love their smooth melodies, infectious rhythms, and unique flair.
From classic to jazzy twists on modern hits, your ensemble will cover everything from background music at corporate events to toe-tapping tunes that fill the dance floor at your wedding.
And you won't be short on options, either, whether you're looking for a wedding jazz band to create a romantic atmosphere or gypsy jazz bands for your gala dinners.
The beauty of jazz is its versatility; it can engage guests with soulful improvisation or get everyone moving with upbeat swing. The flexible band sizes and styles beautifully fit any occasion.
Are you ready to bring a bit of soul to your next gathering? Then, browse our list of the top jazz bands for hire in the UK.
Your wedding is one of the most special days of your life, and the music should reflect that magic. If you're looking to add a touch of elegance, charm, and fun to your celebration, nothing does it quite like a live jazz band.
Imagine your guests mingling to the smooth sound of a saxophone or hitting the dance floor to lively swing jazz—it's the perfect way to make your wedding sensational.
At FixTheMusic, we have the perfect wedding jazz band for you. Whether you’re after a sophisticated background jazz trio or a high-energy swing band, we’ve got talented jazz musicians who will set the tone for your big day.
A jazz band is more than just a group of musicians—they’re storytellers who create the soundtrack to your wedding day. From soulful ballads to upbeat swing, they bring energy, romance, and fun to your wedding party.
A typical jazz band features instruments like saxophones, trumpets, drums, and double bass, but here's the thing: no two jazz bands are the same.
Traditional jazz bands bring that vintage charm, while modern jazz bands offer something fresh and contemporary. Some couples love the sultry, laid-back vibe of gypsy jazz, while others want a jazz and swing band to get everyone up and dancing.
Jazz was born in the African-American communities of New Orleans and contains a blend of blues notes, swing, complex chords, and improvisation. The genre is very expressive and versatile, and you can hear the influence of blues, ragtime, and gospel intertwined throughout the melodies.
This adaptability makes jazz ideal for creating the perfect ambience. For example, classic jazz is great for relaxing, while a jazz-swing band is fantastic for bringing energy to any event.
Jazz is also the ultimate feel-good party music, guaranteed to get people dancing with toe-tapping beats, infectious rhythm, and complex sounds.
The best jazz bands typically include a rhythm section (like drums or bass) and chordal instruments (like piano, guitar or double bass). However, what really makes jazz jazz is the horn section (like a trumpet or saxophone). In fact, some aficionados think the bigger the horn section, the more enjoyment by the audience!
A jazz band can also include male and female vocals or a combination of jazz singers.
Jazz lovers are generally classified as being sophisticated, creative, sensitive, and self-confident. Additionally, the genre is most popular with over-35s, who appreciate older tunes and love a traditional jazz band's twist on classic pop songs.
However, the number of younger fans is growing. They especially enjoy the interactive energy of jazz bands, and local events are well attended.
We have jazz bands ranging from a small, intimate jazz trio—ideal for background music during dinner or cocktail hour—to a larger jazz ensemble if you want a bigger sound to fill the room.
Most jazz bands range from three to six musicians, but we can help you find the perfect fit based on your venue size and the vibe you're going for.
While most professional musicians have a preferred lineup, they are usually flexible. Many bands are willing to adjust their numbers and instrument choices to suit your event.
For instance, you may favour an acoustic duo or jazz trio for an intimate gathering, or you may want the big band sounds of a large jazz ensemble with all the trimmings for your wedding party.
Share your preferences when booking so your quote can be customised to ensure you get the band of your dreams.
One of the best things about hiring a wedding jazz band is their ability to adapt to your style. From jazz classics like "Summertime" and "Fly Me to the Moon" to modern twists on pop songs, jazz musicians can do it all.
Plus, if there’s a specific song that’s special to you, our jazz musicians are always happy to take requests and make your day even more beautiful.
Where do we start? No matter your style or theme, we have the best jazz bands for hire, ready to bring your wedding to life:
• Gypsy Jazz Bands: Perfect for that rustic, bohemian vibe, with an acoustic, laid-back feel.
• Traditional Jazz Bands: Timeless, classic sounds that add elegance and romance to your day.
• Modern Jazz Bands: If you’re looking for something a bit different, our modern jazz bands blend contemporary hits with jazz stylings.
• Swing Bands: These bands bring the energy! They’re perfect for getting everyone on the dance floor with big, brassy tunes.
• Solo jazz musicians: While not technically a jazz band, we do have single musicians who can captivate an audience and bring a party to life like nothing else.
Your favourite song may already be on the playlist! Jazz bands cover everything from popular trad jazz classics to gypsy swing and contemporary hits with a twist.
When you use FixTheMusic, you'll find local jazz bands with curated song lists, allowing you to browse what each has to offer in advance.
If your specific song is not on the list, just ask! Many bands accommodate special requests and will be happy to add your favourite to the mix.
It's your wedding, it's your call.
Whether you want your jazz singers to perform during the ceremony, the wedding breakfast, or the evening reception, our jazz bands will work around your timeline.
Most wedding bands play for around 2 to 3 hours, often in sets of 45 minutes with short breaks in between. But if you need them to play longer or for a specific moment—like your first dance—they’ll make sure the music flows perfectly with your day.
It’s simple! At FixTheMusic, we take all the stress out of finding the right local jazz band for your wedding. Whether you’re planning an intimate garden wedding or a grand ballroom event, we’ve got local jazz bands across the UK who can bring your vision to life.
Just tell us your style, and we’ll match you with the best jazz band for your big day. We even offer options like a gypsy jazz band, swing bands, and modern jazz ensembles—we really have got something for everyone.
We have of amazing jazz and swing bands available across the UK, ranging from solo singers and jazz duos to gypsy trios and full brass bands.
Musical styles include jazz covers of pop classics, vintage Gatsby-themed songs and traditional background jazz.
We really hope you enjoy using FixTheMusic. If you have any feedback for us, please get in touch. Otherwise, read more about FixTheMusic, browse our FAQs or read our blog to find helpful articles, research, insights, definitive guides and much more!
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The UK is home to some of the UK's best jazz bands and musicians. FixTheMusic has curated the area's best jazz bands and made it simple for anyone to hire them.
Many of our jazz bands available in the UK include musicians who have trained at local universities and music colleges, as well as from outside the UK from countries in Europe (including France, Germany, Spain and Italy).
Each UK jazz band is available to travel throughout the country – from England (the southwest, southern England, southeast, the Midlands, northern England) to Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
The cost of hiring a local jazz band ranges from £850 to £2,600, depending on the band's size, equipment needs, popularity and performance duration, as well as your event's location.
Smaller groups, like solo jazz musicians, acoustic duos, or an instrumental jazz trio, are on the lower end of the scale. On the other hand, larger ensembles and highly popular bands will cost more.
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Founded in 2015 by two brothers who share a passion for great live music, FixTheMusic is a new way to find and book hand-picked bands for weddings, private parties, corporate events and charity events.
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We really hope you enjoy using FixTheMusic. If you have any feedback for us, please get in touch. Otherwise, read more about FixTheMusic, browse our FAQs or read our blog to find helpful articles, research, insights, definitive guides and much more!
As professional musicians, we realised how difficult it can be for event planners to find and book musicians for their event. So we decided to make it easy.
With FixTheMusic, all you need to do is tell us what you’re looking for and our system does the heavy lifting to get you offers from our carefully curated selection of amazing musicians.
We make it simple and secure for you to connect directly with the best musicians across the globe so you can book live music for any event within minutes.
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Beyond the UK, FixTheMusic has helped clients find amazing local musicians and book UK-based bands for destination weddings and events as far afield as Cyprus, France, Malta, Monaco, Ibiza, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sweden, Norway, Finland, the Netherlands, Iceland, Finland, Poland, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Turkey, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Guinea, India, Israel, the Dominican Republic, Singapore and China.
We are the world's leading specialists in providing outstanding bands for weddings in France, Italy, Greece (and the Greek islands, especially Santorini), Spain, Portugal and Croatia.
We have ambitious plans to grow internationally over the coming years — we want FixTheMusic to be the first port of call for discovering and booking outstanding local musicians throughout the world.
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FixTheMusic was a finalist in the Parmee Prize for Entrepreneurs at Pembroke College, Cambridge.
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We have become the first port-of-call for British couples looking to hire the finest wedding bands UK has to offer.
Having provided the live music entertainment for thousands of weddings and events worldwide, we were often asked by clients if we provided other entertainers aside from bands.
We now offer a full range of entertainment options for weddings and corporate events, from fire dancers and magicians to acrobats and stilt walkers, including other professionals such as wedding photographers.
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