About The London Gypsy Jazz Band – professional gypsy jazz and swing band based in London
The London Gypsy Jazz Band is a professional gypsy jazz & swing quartet founded in 2017.
They have been active in the UK's music scene performing in various jazz clubs, bringing traditional swing and pop numbers on stage delivered with unique style and a cheerful attitude that keeps the attention of the listener from the first to the last song.
We're listed on FixTheMusic's 14 Best Jazz Bands in the UK 🏆
Their traditional line up and sound makes them a perfect fit for dance events and vintage parties.
The London Gypsy Jazz Band were recently booked on FixTheMusic to perform at a product launch in Soho Square, London.
We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Pembroke Lodge in Richmond Park, London.
The London Gypsy Jazz Band are a modern swing band that can appear as a duo, trio or a quartet line up. They are widely considered to be one of the UK's best modern Gypsy jazz bands available for hire.
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Their basic format is as a traditional swing line up that consists of two guitars and double bass.
The repertoire of the band combines traditional swing and Django Reinhardt tracks with modern jazz which also collaborates with a team of talented singers that bring a vintage jazz edge to the whole experience.
The line up is compact and being an acoustic act they make a perfect match for events where background music is required.
Their ability to interact with the audience when required combined with a cheerful vibe and virtuosity on the style makes them stand as a great showband.
Here are just some of the locations where we have been booked by clients on FixTheMusic for weddings and events...
Their quirky and upbeat style of playing always gets guests moving and provides an interesting talking point at events.
The London Gypsy Jazz Band are in demand to entertain in London's wineries and cocktail bars, performing on a regular basis in places such as the Victualler, El Gaucho, Maison St. Germain, Primo Bar, Chino Latino and Park Plaza Hotel to mention but a few.
One of the most popular formats is for them to perform as their Gypsy jazz trio in London. They are especially popular at weddings (for example, at afternoon outdoor drinks receptions in summer) so are a great choice if you are looking for a great Gypsy wedding band.
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"Absolutely brilliant band with a unique sound which provided the perfect ambience for our party! Highly recommended!"
"The London Gypsy Jazz Band were absolutely top class, would book again and again. Thank you for providing beyond what my expectations were!"
"The London Gypsy Jazz Band were the perfect band for our wedding and many guests commented on how great they were! Their choice of music was exactly what we wanted and their interaction with myself and my husband on the day was great, checking that the volume of the music was ok and asking if we were happy with everything. We also found the booking process very smooth. We couldn't have been happier with everything!"
"The London Gypsy Jazz Band were very professional. Music was really nice!! Alexi and James arrived on time and were able to accommodate our schedule. Highly recommend."
"The band were fantastic, the perfect accompaniment to our summer house warming drinks party. Our staff and guests were hugely complimentary and commented on how well they added to the atmosphere of the evening! They were also very easy to work with and true professionals - the band arrived on time, were well turned out, set up quickly and packed away without fuss. We have no hesitation in recommending them!"
"Hi Alexis, Big thanks for yesterday to you and the band, the music was a perfect accompaniment to the reception and many people said how much they enjoyed listening to you play. Will definitely recommend you and please do let me know where you are playing in the future - or where I can keep updated, it would be great to come along to any gigs you are playing. Thanks again, Leonora."
"An excellent acoustic trio line up, great to work with, they add the most cheerful atmosphere to our restaurant. We have regular customers following this band every Monday at our location in Farringdon. We always receive phone calls on Mondays during the day from clients checking whether the band is on or not."
It's alright with me
It don't mean a thing
I 'm old fashioned
Just friends
the way you look tonight
All of me
but not for me
Liam House Blues
Sweet Georgia Brown
Swing Gitane
Swing 48
Blues Minuer
Django's Tiger
Coquette
Minor Swing
Swing 39
Douce Ambiance
There will never be another you
I 'll see you in my dreams
Softly as in a morning sunrise
J'attendrai
Bistro Fada
La Manouche
Strata
Walz