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About Our Jazz Bands Available in Hertfordshire
FixTheMusic has curated the best jazz bands available for hire in Hertfordshire. The jazz bands and singers are selected based on their professionalism, reviews from previous clients and wedding couples, and videos to showcase their talent.
Hertfordshire is home to many outstanding swing & jazz bands, available to hire for weddings, corporate events, charity events and private parties. Our jazz groups cover all the major musical styles, including jazz & swing, manouche gypsy jazz, vintage jazz, postmodern swing, bossa nova and Latin jazz, New Orleans-style jazz, and big band jazz.
The swing & jazz bands are also available to perform in other areas nearby to Hertfordshire, including St Albans, Baldock, Berkhamsted, Bishop's Stortford, Borehamwood, Buntingford, Bushey, Cheshunt, Chorleywood, Harpenden, Hatfield, Hemel Hempstead, Hertford, Hitchin, Hoddesdon, Letchworth, Potters Bar, Radlett, Rickmansworth, Royston, Sawbridgeworth, Stevenage, Tring, Waltham Cross, Ware, Watford, and Welwyn Garden City.
Notable local Hertfordshire venues that our jazz bands have performed at include Rowley Barn, Rothamsted Manor, Coltsfoot Country Retreat, The Barn at Alswick, The Barn at Alswick, Hertford Castle, Beaumont Hall, and Micklefield Hall.
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View Some of Our Professional Jazz & Swing Bands Performing Live...
We have 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.
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The videos below will give you a flavour of the talent you can expect to see...
Some FAQs About Hiring a Jazz Band for Your Wedding or Party...
What kind of music will the jazz band perform?
A particularly popular trend is for modern jazz bands to play pop or rock music but in a vintage and jazzy style. A swing band almost always includes a singer in the group. They will cover classic "Rat Pack" tunes (covering artists such as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr).
Many of our bands also perform in the Great Gatsby style, specialising in music from the 1920s – often with a more modern twist too and sometimes even combined with electro-swing music. This style is frequently referred to as post-modern jukebox band style.
Gypsy jazz or gypsy swing (also known as jazz manouche) is also increasingly popular, as well as purely acoustic jazz bands. Trad and vintage jazz bands perform more Dixieland, ragtime music and New Orleans-inspired songs that originated in the early 1900s. These bands usually include a full brass or wind section, such as trumpet, trombone, and even sousaphone. These bands are often roaming jazz bands – and some can even perform as marching jazz bands.
Blues bands are also featured on FixTheMusic as an especially popular jazz ensemble.
What kind of events will the jazz bands perform at?
Can you give me some examples of the kind of repertoire and songs the jazz bands will perform?
Other famous jazz singers or bands that our jazz groups will cover include Nat King Cole, Charlie Parker, Cole Porter, Billie Holliday, Jamie Cullum, Miles Davis, Otis Redding, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, George Gershwin, Michael Bublé and Nina Simone.
What line-ups are available with most jazz bands?
If you wanted a bigger line-up (e.g. a 6-piece or 7-piece jazz band), the additional instruments would likely include saxophone, trumpet, trombone or more singers.
Jazz duos and jazz trios are also frequently booked – especially for background music, e.g. at an outdoor garden party, drinks reception or even a wedding ceremony.
How long does the jazz band take to set up?
For instance, a jazz duo will set up faster than a full seven-piece band.
How long do jazz musicians play for?
If you're looking for additional or longer sets, you can discuss this with the band when making your booking.
Is it possible to see the jazz bands perform live before I book?
How much space will a jazz band take up?
How loud will the jazz band be?
Many of our jazz bands can perform without amplification (i.e. as just an acoustic jazz band) – but they are only really suitable as background music or where the number of guests at your event is relatively small. If you want the band to provide music for dancing (e.g. at your wedding reception), then you'll want the band to be amplified through their PA system.
Instruments such as the band's drum kit and horns like a trumpet, trombone or saxophone, could trigger a noise limiter at your venue. It's always best to speak with your jazz band about any noise limits at the time of booking.
Should I hire a jazz or swing band for my wedding?
Can the band play outside?
Do I need to provide equipment for a jazz band?
For larger venues and events, check with the band when booking, as more sound equipment or lighting may be needed to make your event sparkle, which can usually be arranged as an optional extra.
Is jazz popular?
As proof of popularity, the 2025 London Jazz Festival showcased over 300 performances to over 100,000 people!
Are you ready to bring your event to life with incredible live music? Hire a jazz band today for an unforgettable celebration!
How Much Does It Cost to Hire Local Jazz Bands?
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.
To get the best quote, provide as many details about your event as possible.
Reviews from local events in Hertfordshire
“Charming is an understatement, what a lovely bunch of musicians - so professional and polite with the ability to make a sound like I have not heard before. We will be in touch for next year's awards. Thank you again!”
“These guys played at my daughter's wedding and wowed us all through the evening. They gave it their all and many of the guests mentioned how much fun they had; it really added to a wonderful party. Even the hotel asked for contact info and I assume that wasn't just because Crescent City Jazz Band had blown the roof off!”
“Satin Swing were absolutely fantastic, I've never heard such a group of talented guys play music with such enthusiasm and energy. Your background ballads over dinner set the mood and when the guests wanted to dance you simply turned up the tempo. Many of my friends asked where we found you, so expect plenty more bookings.”
“Your performance was incredible and we received so many compliments on how brilliant you all were. We can't recommend you highly enough to others. Many thanks once again!”
“From the moment we were introduced, the level of service was great and so accommodating, it was a complete pleasure to work with James and his fellow band members. The evening started with some background music suited to the atmosphere of guests arriving and the speeches, slowly picking up tempo with a session at the end for requests, it was superb. There were lots of comments throughout the evening which made it all the more special, certainly a group we would recommend and would have no hesitation to invite back for future events.”
“Crescent City Jazz Band gave us a truly memorable day. They serenaded us for our first dance and upped the tempo for a fantastic climax to the evening. Not only was the music great, but they are visually stunning: that must be the most polished sousaphone in the UK - our photographs look fantastic.”
“We recently hired The London Latin Jazz Band to play at World Picnic 2024 and we weren't disappointed! The crowd were mesmerised by Heather's voice and the saxophone was a big crowd-pleaser too. The soothing sounds and relaxing vibes mixed with the Jazzy 'up beat' rhythm was an amazing experience and we hope to have them back in the future!”
“I wanted to say a massive thank you for kicking off the party at our wedding on Friday. It was an incredible evening and we're grateful for the part you guys played!”
“Hired Chroma Jazz Duo for our daughter's engagement party really was a perfect choice exactly what we wanted there wonderful playing blended into the atmosphere of the party and was perfect Would highly recommend, Thank you you”
Booked Chroma Jazz Duo for a engagement party at Porters Park Golf Club, Radlett, UK
“We were absolutely delighted to have The London Orleans Band play our wedding. They brought brilliant musicianship, showmanship, excitement and fun to the day, and their performance will live long in the memory! Thanks again for playing. We loved it so much. Our photographer Murray said it was the best thing he has ever seen at a wedding!”
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