Jazz Band #3219

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A group of musicians from the Worcestershire area of the West Midlands who specialise in instrumental jazz/swing music from the 1900's to circa 1950's. Most of the music played is from the 20's 30's and 40's, all played by musicians with a vast amount of experience.
Playing tunes by such wonderful composers as Gershwin, Ellington, Berlin, Carmichael, Miller and many more, you can expect to hear everything from ragtime to blues.

Available as a Trio comprising of woodwind, piano and guitar or a Quintet, which adds stand-up bass and drums.

The band play with experience, passion and flair.

The band are fully self-contained and can set-up/tear down quickly if required.

Rates From £375

Playlists / Performance Info

A typical setlist:
Set One:
Take The A Train
Georgia On My Mind
Nice Work If You Can Get It
The Continental
Top Hat, White Tie & Tails
Sleepwalk
Cry Me A River
A String Of Pearls
Sweet Georgia Brown
I'll See You In My Dreams
Grand Slam
Death Ray Boogie
Yaketty Sax

Set Two:
It Don't Mean A Thing
Happy Feet
Putting On The Ritz
Black & White Rag
Summertime
Take Five
Lullaby Of Birdland
The Pink Panther
Perdido
I Got Rhythm
Fascinating Rhythm
Five Foot Two
Cantina Band
C Jam Blues

This is just a small part of the ever expanding repertoire.

Entertainment Type

Jazz Band - Swing Band

Performance Attire

Smart dress suitable for the occasion

Previous Experience

Vastly experienced musicians with many years experience of gigging.

Previous Clients

Kidderminster Council
Droitwich Council
Cheltenham Council
Tewkesbury Marina,
Various Pubs and Clubs
2014 Nantwich Jazz Festival.

Tech Details

Set Up Time:
30 mins (minimum)

Sets & Duration:
usually 2 x 45 mins

Line Up:
Woodwind
Piano
Guitar
Additional:
Stand-up Bass
Drums

PA System:
Bose

Tech Requirements:
2 x 13 amp sockets

Rider:
Chilled water

Tags

40s Instrumental Jazz Rag Time Swing

Areas Covered

Nationwide