Vintage Jazz Bands for hire in Basingstoke
Latest reviews of our Vintage Jazz Bands in Basingstoke
"Jazz and the Tonics were brilliant. Everyone at the party thought they were great. Thoroughly enjoyable evening. Many Thanks for making the occasion very special."
Stephen hired Jazz & The Tonics for a Private event (available in Basingstoke)
"Jazz and the tonics were amazing at our diamond wedding anniversary party! They were professional, always easy and quick to communicate with and so personable! We would 100% hire them again and everyone has been speaking about how amazing the band were and Emily’s singing. "
Chelsea hired Jazz & The Tonics for a Private event (available in Basingstoke)
"Absolutely fantastic music , we loved them x "
Jeanette hired Dr Jazz for a Wedding (available in Basingstoke)
FAQs about hiring Vintage jazz bands in Basingstoke
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Can any vintage jazz band play my favourite song?
Professional vintage jazz bands will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that vintage jazz bands may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the vintage jazz band's song list on their Encore profile.
How much time do vintage jazz bands take to set up?
Your vintage jazz 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 vintage jazz 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 vintage jazz 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 vintage jazz 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 Vintage Jazz Band in Basingstoke
Useful information
Vintage jazz bands in Basingstoke 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 Vintage Jazz Band in Basingstoke?
Prices for Vintage jazz bands vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Vintage jazz bands typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end Vintage jazz bands from £400 per performer upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 1811 bookings and 885 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 16 May 2026
