Birthday party Jazz Bands for hire in Exeter
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"Wholly impressed! I had been worried the music would be either ignored or overwhelm the guests. In fact they pitched it perfetly. They looked the part and added loads to the atmosphere and general jollity of the party. Thank you Matt and his team."
Rachel hired Matt Sulzmann Duo (+more) for a Private event (available in Exeter)
"Cant rate these guys highly enough. On point in every way from professionalism, delivery, communication, style, friendliness...you name it they delivered including allowing me to sing with them. Mark and Louise are stars in my eyes. Fabulous night and everyone commented on what a superb band they were. I agree! Thanks Hot Gin xxx"
Joanne hired Hot Gin Swing Band for a Birthday party (available in Exeter)
"Verve Jazz were absolutely perfect for what we wanted. We had a garden wedding and asked them to play two sets: one during the champagne reception while people were milling around and one after dinner, starting with the first dance and then with people on the dance floor. They nailed both--classy, professional, genuine jazz musicians, capable of keeping it chill or getting people moving. They even let my cousin jump on the drums for a song! We opted for a quartet (drums, keys, bass and sax) and they sounded amazing on their own sound-system. They seemed to be great guys, I would thoroughly recommend them to anyone looking for some good jazz in the Brighton area! (We're maybe an hour out of Brighton and they turned up perfectly on time)"
James hired Verve Jazz Band for a Wedding (available in Exeter)
FAQs about hiring Birthday Party Jazz bands in Exeter
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What's the difference between a trad/vintage jazz band, a swing band, a post-modern jukebox band, and a gypsy jazz band?
Jazz bands come in all shapes and sizes - that's what's so great about them! They'll usually specialise in a specific style, like the following: Trad/vintage jazz band: perform Dixieland and ragtime jazz music from the early 20th century. Swing band: perform a style of jazz music developed in the 1930s & 1940s in the USA. Post-modern jukebox band: a style of music incorporating modern songs, or songs from different genres, into an upbeat jazz style (along with jazz instruments) Gypsy jazz band: a style of jazz developed by virtuoso Romani guitarist, Django Reinhardt, in the 1930's. Also known as 'jazz manouche'
What kind of performance should I expect from a jazz band?
Jazz bands come in all shapes and sizes - so depending on that context, they can either perform background music or play a headline performance. For most jazz bands, a background performance is the natural choice. Jazz musicians are masters of keeping the music lively, while not being so loud as to take over conversation. However, with the rise of post-modern jukebox, jazz bands are becoming more adept at headline performances. These are designed to get guests up on their feet and dancing during the evening party at a wedding or function. So, if you're after a band who mix the roaring 20s with the swinging 60s with the naughty 90s, this'll be your go-to!
What songs will a jazz band perform?
Professional jazz bands usually have extensive song lists - that said, make sure you let them know if you have any special requests! The jazz bands we asked said the following 5 tunes are their most popular: At Last - Etta James My Baby Just Cares For Me - Nina Simone It Don’t Mean A Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing - Duke Ellington Fly Me to the Moon - Frank Sinatra Take Five - Dave Brubeck
Hiring a Birthday Party Jazz Band in Exeter
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Birthday Party Jazz bands in Exeter 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 Birthday Party Jazz Band in Exeter?
Prices for Birthday Party Jazz bands vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Birthday Party Jazz bands typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end Birthday Party Jazz bands from £400 per performer upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 2710 bookings and 1341 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 14 September 2026
