New Orleans Bands for hire in Southwark
Latest reviews of our New Orleans Bands in Southwark
"The band were wonderful. It was a party to celebrate the long life of my father who had died- the audience ranged from teens to nineties and everyone enjoyed it. The choice of music was perfect for a gentle afternoon- just the right volume and appropriate for the occasion. They were flexible, professional and friendly. I would highly recommend and lots of people took their details. Book them! "
Rachel hired Silk Street Jazz for a Private event (available in Southwark)
"Absolutely Amazing and the most special memories of everyone thoroughly enjoying your music. Everyone loved you and were still getting people messaging us about how much they loved you and what a pleasant and unexpected part of the celebrations we all truely took to our hearts. Well done & thank you, it was an absolute pleasure having you there and communicating with you to arrange details. From start to end it was so easy & stress free and would not hesitate in recommending you and booking you again for future big celebrations. Thank you x"
Angela hired Silk Street Jazz for a Wedding (available in Southwark)
"Seamless process with good continual communication. Polite and friendly team on the phones as well as the band. They were ideal for mums wake and gave the occasion the lift that I was looking for and that everyone enjoyed. They did a sterling job in the heat and it will be a special memory of a very important day. Thank you."
Claire hired Silk Street Jazz for a Private event (available in Southwark)
FAQs about hiring New orleans bands in Southwark
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Can any new orleans band play my favourite song?
Professional new orleans bands will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that new orleans bands may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the new orleans band's song list on their Encore profile.
How much time do new orleans bands take to set up?
Your new orleans band will usually arrive about an hour or so before their performance begins to set up and get settled before they start playing. To avoid any delays, make sure the performance space is ready for the new orleans band prior to their arrival.
My venue has asked for the performer’s PLI & PAT inspection certificates. What are these?
PLI stands for Public Liability Insurance. This insurance covers damage to another person or their property (it is also known as third party insurance). As many of our new orleans bands are members of the Musician's Union, they are already covered by PLI up to £10 million. PAT stands for portable appliance testing. Most of our new orleans bands will already have a PAT inspection certificate for their musical equipment/PA system, which they can provide to your venue if they need it.
Hiring a New Orleans Band in Southwark
Useful information
New orleans bands in Southwark typically play Jazz, Pop, Folk, and most respond to enquiries within an hour. Demand peaks in June, August, September, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.
How much does it cost to hire a New Orleans Band in Southwark?
Prices for New orleans bands vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget New orleans bands typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end New orleans bands from £400 per performer upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 904 bookings and 403 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 16 May 2026
