Somerset Jazz Bands
Looking for jazz bands in Somerset?
Our musicians have performed at venues across the county, from drinks receptions at Brympton House near Yeovil to jazz sets at Pennard House in Shepton Mallet and the American Museum and Gardens in Bath.
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Popular jazz bands in Somerset
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What Somerset Couples Actually Pay for Jazz Bands
Jazz bookings in Somerset fall into three distinct patterns, each with very different price points.
Drinks reception duos and trios are the most common. Bristol Jazz Guitar Duo, based just over the county border, quoted £799 for two 55-minute sets at a 60th birthday at Oak Tree House in Kilve, Bridgwater, including travel. They were also booked for £610 for a drinks reception at Priston near Bath. Misty Jazz Band quoted £610 for a duo (guitar and trumpet, two 45-minute sets) at Brympton House near Yeovil, rising to £915 for a trio with vocals and £1,220 for a quartet.
Specialist New Orleans and trad jazz is a growing request in the county. A couple marrying at the Hideout in Taunton asked specifically for "New Orleans style jazz, Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis" for their first set, followed by Latin and modern jazz to get guests dancing. The Maple Street Jazz Band was assigned to the enquiry. The Prohibition Jazz Band quoted £2,700 for a trio and £3,500 for a quartet for a cocktail hour at North Cadbury Court near Yeovil, noting they had performed at the venue the previous year.
Gypsy jazz and swing for evening receptions commands a different tier again. The London Gypsy Jazz Band was booked for £1,450 at Pennard House in Shepton Mallet. The Zingara Gypsy Jazz Band, based in Bristol, performed in Somerset for £850.
For an accurate quote, make an enquiry and you will receive direct quotes from available bands.
Watch Our Somerset Jazz Bands Live
Our jazz and swing bands perform across Somerset and the wider South West, from solo singers and jazz duos to gypsy trios and full brass bands. Styles include jazz standards, swing, Great Gatsby 1920s sets, gypsy jazz, trad jazz and post-modern jukebox covers of modern pop. The videos below showcase some of the talent available for your event.
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What I witnessed on Saturday was truly remarkable...
Hi James and NOMAD team, What I witnessed on Saturday was truly remarkable and this data should be used in the form of some sort of science experiment. We booked you guys over a year ago and our aim was to make the dinner part of our wedding a little more interesting. Thank you so so much for everything, you were professional, helpful and an absolute blast from the moment we booked to the moment you left. Please pass our thanks on to everyone involved, the band members and the people behind the scenes for putting together something that will live with us forever. Thank you! Anthony & Alejandra.
Booked NOMAD
You were all amazing, please pass this on to each member of the band
Hi Mark, just wanted to say a massive thank you for playing at both of our events. You were all amazing, please pass this on to each member of the band who played too. Everyone we have spoken to, have all said how professional and great the band were! Thank you for doing the additional final song, that really put the cherry on top of the cake for us! Both singers were absolutely fantastic too. We would definitely consider for the future and would recommend to anyone. Thank you again, Jacob, Sue and Max.
Booked MOJO
The dust has settled a bit and we wanted to reach out again to thank you for playing at our wedding...
Hi Sam and band, The dust has settled a bit and we wanted to reach out again to thank you for playing at our wedding. We can't thank you enough for being so accommodating with the music, and being there all day to entertain the guests. From everyone we've spoken to, they have all said how good the music was throughout the day! If there are any final things you need from us please do let us know, otherwise we hope to see you guys again at another event! Good luck and thank you again! Kris and Lorna.
Booked The Manhattans
They made our wedding and we could not have asked for more...
Cloud Nine performed an acoustic set during cocktails and a party set after dinner for our wedding at Pateo Alfacinha - they were just perfect! They were fun, they sounded beautiful, they were engaging with the crowd - the band is the single biggest element of our wedding that we have received compliments from people about. If you are in two minds about whether to book them - just do it. They made our wedding and we could not have asked for more. Thank you so much Cloud Nine!
FAQ About Somerset Jazz Bands for Hire
I want jazz for my drinks reception in Somerset. What lineup should I book?
The most popular choice for Somerset drinks receptions is a duo or trio. Bristol Jazz Guitar Duo, based just over the county border, is our most-booked jazz act for Somerset receptions, typically charging £610 to £799 for two sets. For a fuller sound, Misty Jazz Band offers a duo (guitar and trumpet) from £610, a trio with vocals from £915, or a quartet from £1,220, all for two 45-minute sets. Most drinks reception bookings in Somerset run from 2pm to 4pm, based on our enquiry data.
Can I get New Orleans or trad jazz in Somerset?
Yes. Two recent enquiries at Taunton specifically requested New Orleans-style jazz, naming Louis Armstrong and Miles Davis as references. The Maple Street Jazz Band covers this style and was assigned to a Taunton wedding in 2026. For trad jazz with a roaming brass section, The London Orleans Band also performs in the area.
Which Somerset venues host jazz events?
Our bands have performed at Brympton House near Yeovil, Pennard House in Shepton Mallet, North Cadbury Court near Yeovil, Orchardleigh House in Frome, Oak Tree House in Kilve and Sparkford Hall in Yeovil. The American Museum and Gardens in Bath hosts regular Saturday Night Jazz evenings featuring The Gypsy Jazz Band.
Can I book a roaming swing band for an outdoor drinks reception?
Yes. A couple in North Petherton, Bridgwater requested a roaming swing band for an outdoor afternoon drinks reception, specifically asking for a trio with double bass and an extensive repertoire for song requests. Roaming swing bands like The Dapper Chaps and Lucky Numbers Swing Band perform acoustically and can move between guests, which works well for outdoor Somerset venues with gardens or courtyard spaces.
How much does a jazz band cost in Somerset?
Drinks reception duos start at around £610. Gypsy jazz trios range from £850 to £1,500. Larger swing bands and post-modern jukebox acts for evening receptions cost from £1,500 to £2,600. Bristol-based bands like Bristol Jazz Guitar Duo and The Zingara Gypsy Jazz Band have low travel costs to Somerset venues.
Is electro-swing popular for Somerset weddings?
Yes. A Taunton couple requested an electro-swing band for their wedding that could also play popular wedding music, and a charity event at the Hideout in Taunton specifically sought an electro-swing artist. Lucky Numbers Swing Band has been booked in the area for electro-swing and post-modern jukebox sets. This style works well for evening receptions where couples want the energy of a DJ combined with live jazz instrumentation.
Can jazz bands perform at unusual or historic venues in Somerset?
Yes. The Prohibition Jazz Band performed at a 50th birthday party at The Roman Baths in Bath, and noted they had previously played at North Cadbury Court. The Moonshine Jazz Band performed at a 1930s theatre in Bath where they played from the side of the stage during the ceremony. These historic and unusual spaces work particularly well for acoustic jazz, though check with your venue about power supply if the band needs amplification.