Harpers Entertainment offers some of the UK's finest Jazz bands for hire. Simply view the listings below and add those of interest to your enquiry form. If you would like to discuss your requirements please feel free to call us on 07508 421 200.
Professional, experienced and flexible, this Jazz band delivers the perfect accompaniment for any occasion including weddings, corporate functions, anniversaries and birthday parties.
These talented musicians have a wealth of experience and have played thousands of gigs all around the country. Their standard quartet line-up comprises sax/vocals, piano, bass and drums but they can provide anything from a duo to a six-piece band (with female vocals and guitar in the band).
They play swinging standards, pop and soul classics, cool bossa novas and atmospheric ballads. Their comprehensive repertoire is based around popular numbers that people can recognise and enjoy, featuring tunes made famous by the likes of Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, Duke Ellington, Harry Connick Jr, Michael Buble, Van Morrison and Otis Redding.
For more information or to check availability, simply complete our Enquiry Form or contact Harpers Entertainment on 07508 421 200
Listing No: HE2683
Areas Covered: Greater London, East Anglia, Midlands & South East England
Ideal for: Weddings, Corporate Events, All Parties & Other Celebrations
Fees: From £925
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Jazz, Funk, Soul & Motown Band
The perfect atmosphere enhancer, this band promises to jazz-up your special event large or small: from corporate events and dinners, to parties, receptions and weddings.
They appreciate the importance of a perfect atmosphere and promise to cater for your individual needs and can perform a whole range of musical styles from their extensive Jazz, Soul, Funk, Latin and Classic Pop repertoire.
Whether you require cool, calm and unobtrusive ballads, lively, swinging jazz standards, toe tapping funky grooves or a bit everything, this band promise to deliver with professionalism, style and panache!
For more information or to check availability, simply complete our Enquiry Form or contact Harpers Entertainment on 07508 421 200
When sun ‘n’ shine, heart warming and lyrical music are of an utmost importance, then this is the special act for you! This much admired guitar led trio comprise a acoustic guitar, a 6 str. contra bass and percussion. Their musical style covers a beautiful mix of latin acoustic jazz and other flavours that make this act truly unique.
What better to describe this trio and their music than these three quotes from a numerous acclaim they have been receiving: "A musical journey to warm the soul." Sarah Ward JAZZ FM
"One of the most lyrical and original guitarists around today." Jack Massarik EVENING STANDARD
"Full of quiet beauty this regular trio is the sound of master craftsmen at work. Delicate filigree, subtle, clean, immaculate, imaginative, optimistic, warm and relaxing original music. Their new album is further evidence of these guitarist’s abilities in an understated display of quiet virtuosity." Ian Mann THEJAZZMANN
The trio has performed at many top venues across the UK and can also be booked as a duo.
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A fabulous 4-7 Piece Jazz & Swing Band with a modern twist. Performing all the Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald favourites right through to the more contemporary hits of Michael Buble et al.
Their reputation as one of South Englands most sort-after bands has spread rapidly over the last few years, thus making them this year’s “must-have” band for society weddings and major corporate events.
This band also provides a professional AUTO DISCO SERVICE for after the live sets of music end, for clients who wish to hear ABBA, Michael Jackson etc. So whether you require a full-on floor-filling performance or just a mellow background mood, this is the band for you.
For more information or to check availability, simply complete our Enquiry Form or contact Harpers Entertainment on 07508 421 200
Listing No: HE2686
Areas Covered: Nationwide, Europe, Worldwide
Ideal for: Weddings, Anniversaries, Birthday Parties, Jewish Weddings, Corporate Events, Product Launches, Masonic Lodge Ladies Night, Cabaret Entertainment, Strict Tempo Dances, Ballroom Dances, Themed Events, Dinner & After Dinner Entertainment
Fees: From £1200
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Gypsy Jazz Trio
Gypsy Jazz Trio, violin, guitar and double bass performing Parisian 'Hot Club' swing made famous by Django Rheinhardt and Stephane Grappelli in the 1930's and 40's.
This trio have performed in a huge variety of venues for a host of clients. They offer professional music for business events, weddings, hotels, restaurants, corporate and private functions. The music is unobtrusive yet vibrant and atmospheric.
Songs written by Cole Porter, Gershwin, Django Rheinhardt, Fats Waller and many more from the very romantic and evocative era of The Quintet of the Hot Club of France.
The trio can perform acoustically and be relatively mobile or with amplification. Which ever you choose, we can guarentee this trio offers total reliability, professionalism and great enthusiasm for their music.
For more information or to check availability, simply complete our Enquiry Form or contact Harpers Entertainment on 07508 421 200
Listing No: HE2688
Areas Covered: Nationwide
Ideal for: Wedding Receptions, Background Music for Corporate Events & Receptions & All Private Parties
Fees: From £695
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Swing Duo & Quartet
This swing outfit performs as a Duo (Piano and Vocals) and also as a Quartet, with the addition of Double Bass and Drums. If you love Sinatra, The Rat Pack, Swing and Jazz, then this swing outfit is for you.
The band comprises of a pianist (former BBC Young Composer of The Year); a critically acclaimed Vocalist who has performed both here and in the US, including the prestigious Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club and a music graduate and highly respected Percussion tutor. Together they perform a variety of Jazz and upbeat Swing, ranging from Norah Jones, The Carpenters to The Rat Pack and a whole lot more.
For a larger event or venue the four piece with added Double Bass and Drums are the ideal band to make your event go with a swing. If you love Sinatra, The rat Pack, Ella Fitzgerald and a host of Jazz & Swing classics then this Four Piece will make your event an event to remember.
For more information or to check availability, simply complete our Enquiry Form or contact Harpers Entertainment on 07508 421 200
Listing No: HE2692
Areas Covered: Nationwide
Ideal for: Weddings, Parties, Over Dinner Entertainments & Corporate Events
Fees: From £350
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Jazz, Swing RatPack, latin Jazz Duo to 6 Piece / Big Band
Vocal led jazz band available from a duo (vocals and guitar or piano - everything totally live, no backing tracks), trio, quartet, quintet and six piece swing band (vocals, guitar, bass, sax, piano and drums).
They play easy listening such as Ella Fitzgerald, Norah Jones, Diana Krall, also up tempo swing to dance to and Rat pack style songs such as Fran Sinatra and Dean Martin.
Ideal as background dinner jazz or foreground rat pack / swing band to dance to. With the addition of a percussionist, they can also play latin jazz (salsa and Brazilian music / bossa nova) and can play some soul jazz tunes such as Stevie Wonder / Marvin Gaye / Brand New Heavies.
For more information or to check availability, simply complete our Enquiry Form or contact Harpers Entertainment on 07508 421 200
Listing No: HE2684
Areas Covered: Nationwide, Europe, Worldwide
Ideal for: Dinner Jazz, Weddings, Corporate Functions, Background Jazz, rat pack classy event, Black Tie Events, Private Parties & Functions, Hotels, Corporate VIP, Jazz Festivals, Bars, Restaurants, Dinner Dance, Horse Racing & Polo Events
Fees: POA
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Jazz & Soul Quartet
Here is a Jazz group with versatility. They can be mellow enough to be in the background for dinner but have many classic danceable jazz tunes if people want to move around afterwards.
Their repertoire includes Nina Simone, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, etc. They also have extensive contemporary songs that are good for dancing but still retain that feeling of a classic Jazz quartet, songs from artists such as Amy Winehouse, Moloko, Beyonce, Duffy etc, all with a bit of latin added to the mix.
For more information or to check availability, simply complete our Enquiry Form or contact Harpers Entertainment on 07508 421 200
Listing No: HE2697
Areas Covered: Nationwide, Europe, Worldwide
Ideal for: Weddings, Private Parties, Corporate Events, Product Launches, Dinner & After Dinner Entertainment
Fees: From £695
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Jazz and Soul Band
An experienced group of musicians who play various styles of jazz and soul. Most of the band, which features vocals, piano, saxophone, guitar, drums & bass, met while studying jazz at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London.
Whether the band is performing elegant ambience or riotous rhythm, their philosophy is simple: to have fun playing the music they love.
The band members have played with Wynton Marsalis, Ray Charles, Van Morrison and have performed at the London Jazz Festival, represented Britain at the Lebanon & Syria International Jazz Festival, headlined at the Star Alliance Festival in Hong Kong and performed at jazz festivals around Europe.
Recent clients include: Mercedes Benz UK, IBM, The French Show at Earl’s Court and Balliol College, Oxford.
Venues include: Blenheim Palace, Hampton Court Palace, Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir aux Quat' Saison, The Roof Gardens, Kensington and The Royal Observatory at Greenwich.
The band has also performed for Sir Jimmy Saville, David Jenson, Chris Tarrant, Cherie and Tony Blair and Joanna Lumley.
For more information or to check availability, simply complete our Enquiry Form or contact Harpers Entertainment on 07508 421 200
Listing No: HE2681
Areas Covered: Nationwide, Europe, Worldwide
Ideal for: Dancing, Concerts & Background Music
Fees: From £400
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Vocal Jazz Duo/Trio/Quartet/Quintet or More
A Jazz function band providing the perfect accompaniment for any event - be it background, laid back music or up-beat party songs. Duo/trio/quartet/quintet or larger line up available; top UK musicians fronted by an acclaimed female vocalist performing a superb range of jazz standards and popular classics.
A repertoire of swing and Latin numbers - if your event has a James Bond Theme, they include all of the films’ most popular themes. They will always learn special requests to tailor the event to the client.
Their previous credits/clients include; numerous wedding receptions, Save the Children, The Corus Hotel Elstree, The Jazz Cafe, BT, Slendertone, Tri-med, St Martins Lane Hotel, The 606 Club, The Palace Theatre (The West End), RAF Cranwell, Freese Event Management Ltd and MS Excellence (cruise on the Seine, Paris for VVIP’s; including the Korean Royal Family)
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This band was formed in 2003 to perform in a shopping precinct. After a very short space of time they proved to be very popular and were constantly requested for weddings, all types of parties, corporate events and festivals.
They play a lively yet sophisticated selection of swing music ideal for most occasions.
The usual line consists of two acoustic guitars, a double bass and a clarinet doubling saxophone.
Because the band is totally acoustic, there is no need for cables or amplifiers. The musicians are able to play virtually anywhere, provided they and their instruments are protected from inclement weather.
For more information or to check availability, simply complete our Enquiry Form or contact Harpers Entertainment on 07508 421 200
Listing No: HE2682
Areas Covered: South East & South West England
Ideal for: Wedding Receptions, All Parties, Corporate Events, Street Performances, Cruises, Hotels & Pubs. They have even been booked for Funerals!
Fees: From £575
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Jazz / Function Band
A highly experienced, professional 5 piece function Jazz band available for dances. They play a lively selection of "rat pack" swing mixed with pop classics from the last 50 years right up to the present. Their strong male & female vocals along with a soulful saxophone and a tight rhythm section: (keyboard - bass - drums) forms an irresistible combination.
When background Jazz is called for the'll present the classic piano quartet, trio, duo or even a solo pianist. They can perform with or without vocals. The line-up is brim full of talent and energy with a large repertoire of songs.
Whether you want well loved Jazz standards, Lively Swing, Cool Funk, Blues, Hot Latin numbers or Pop, this band will play it. If you are seeking a sophisticated, instrumental sound in the background, or vocal jazz to enjoy listening to, you can be sure of first class entertainment with this Jazz / Function Band.
For more information or to check availability, simply complete our Enquiry Form or contact Harpers Entertainment on 07508 421 200
A professional four piece jazz band that plays well known traditional jazz, blues, & popular tunes of the early 20th century in the New Orleans jazz style, that appeals to all ages.
The tunes they play have a beginning a middle and an end which most people like, and are suitable for listening to (concert) or for dancing.
They are equally at home providing the music at a dinner dance or playing in the background at a reception or party. The instruments are acoustic and not dependent on electricity which makes this jazz band versatile, as they can move from one place to another easily, however, unless it’s a procession, they don't walk and play at the same time.
They take up little space and play live music for all occasions as quietly or loudly as you wish. As well as their nineteen twenties style striped blazers, this band also has evening dress tailcoats for the formal twenties white tie theme.
For more information or to check availability, simply complete our Enquiry Form or contact Harpers Entertainment on 07508 421 200
Professional musicians playing traditional New Orleans Dixieland Music. The line up normally comprises of trumpet trombone tuba and drums, but a larger group can be provided if that would be more appropriate for your event.
They can perform as a static group, or can stroll amongst your guests and can appear in a traditional dress of striped blazers, bow tie and straw boaters giving an authentic Dixieland. They can also dress in waistcoats and straw boaters, or even in DJ's.
The group has an extensive repertoire which includes many classic foot-tapping numbers such as Basin Street Blues, Bill Bailey and Who’s Sorry Now? They can also provide special requests if provided in advance.
Entertainment for indoor and outdoor events, static or strolling in a light-hearted entertaining style.
For more information or to check availability, simply complete our Enquiry Form or contact Harpers Entertainment on 07508 421 200
