Wedding Jazz Bands for hire in Cardiff

9 reviews

£600 - £1700

Hopkins & Oliver

Jazz bandBristol

Outstanding, toe-tapping, swing-jazz vocal & guitar duo, available as a trio, quartet and 5 piece

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6 reviews

£500 - £1750

Blue Gardenia

Jazz bandBristol

Bristol based female fronted classic Jazz band performing all the best songs from the 20s through 60s

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£1500 - £3500

Trudgeon's Trad Jazz Troubadours

Jazz bandBristol

Swing, New Orleans Jazz, and Trad Jazz from the early 20th century and Beyond. Bringing the sounds of the good old days to your event.

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11 reviews

£500 - £950

Twilight

Jazz bandBristol

Add suave and toe tapping sophistication with the Southwests most in-demand Jazz musicians

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2 reviews

£10 - £705

Hot Gin Swing Band

Jazz bandBristol

5/6 piece Jazz Band/Quartet /Trio/Duo(sax/clarinet double bass keyboards drums male/female vocals. (Duo guitar backing tracks for drum/bass)

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3 reviews

From£640

Award Winning Capitol Swing

Jazz bandClevedon

Swing/jazz band (duo up to 10 piece) specialising in entertainment for weddings, parties and corporate events. 🏆 Best Musical Act TWIA

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4 reviews

£812.50 - £3062.50

Barrel House Vipers

Jazz bandBristol

Bristol based jazz and swing band

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2 reviews

£1500 - £2250

Rendezblues Jazz band

Jazz bandBristol

Classics • Swing • Soul • Bossa Nova • French Chanson Duo | Trio | Quartet | Full Band

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The Nat King Cole live Experience

Jazz bandPenarth

'Nat King Cole Live Experience,' a tribute to the music of Nat King Cole. 4 piece band recreating the sound of the famous 'King Cole trio'.

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8 reviews

£795 - £1495

The Roundabout Swing Band

Jazz bandBristol

Highly professional group from Bristol playing the finest manouche swing, hot club jazz, musette waltz and gypsy bossa.

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25 reviews

From£800

St Louis Express

Jazz bandCardiff

5/6/7 piece Swing / Jazz/ Jump Jive band. Fun music from the 1920's to 60's to get feet tapping & people on the dance floor.

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£750 - £2687.50

Severn Jazz Trio

Jazz bandBristol

Severn Jazz Trio are a UK based group who play traditional jazz and swing music.

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£750 - £1500

The Transatlantic Hot Club

Jazz bandCardiff

Sample the magic of France with Adrien Chevalier (violin) and Ben Creighton Griffiths (harp) and their unique hot club swing band!

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6 reviews

£320 - £2100

Eddie Gripper

Jazz bandCardiff

Versatile and tailor-made for weddings, parties, and special events. You choose the music - we bring it to life!

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£2500 - £3500

Felonious Funk

Jazz bandBristol

Sit back and relax or boogie along as we play party tunes across a variety of genres including Funk, Soul, Pop and Disco!

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3 reviews

£400 - £1500

Buck Shizz

Jazz bandPenarth

Book Buck Shizz to make your wedding/ birthday/celebration for no particular reason a roaring success..

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3 reviews

RendezBlues Jazz Duo

Jazz bandBristol

Classics • Swing • Soul • Bossa Nova • French Chanson Duo | Trio | Quartet | Full Band

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2 reviews

From£320

Chopra-Heaton Duo

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Jazz bandCardiff

Long-standing duo Kumar Chopra (guitar) and Josh Heaton (sax) play all your favourite jazz, swing and Latin tunes

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Live jazz gives weddings a touch of sophistication. Whether it’s mellow background sets during dinner or upbeat swing for dancing, it always makes the event feel effortless and elegant.

— Perrine Gouarne, Managing Director at Encore Musicians

Latest reviews of our Wedding Jazz Bands in Cardiff

"A massive thank you to Blue Gardenia for making our wedding day truly one to remember! You were all remarkable musicians who gave our reception the most beautiful, joyous atmosphere. Adam was incredibly attentive in the planning process, communication was clear and smooth throughout, and the overall service was top tier! We loved having the laid back set during our dinner, and the upbeat party set got everyone up on the dance floor! We would highly recommend Blue Gardenia for anyone looking for a top-class band, ideal for us jazz-lovers! Thank you again from Mr and Mrs Griffin!🥂"

Toni-Marie hired Blue Gardenia for a Wedding (available in Cardiff)

Verified Review, 20 June 2026

"Twilight Jazz Trio is top of the charts!"

Marilou hired Twilight for a Birthday party (available in Cardiff)

Verified Review, 6 June 2026

"Fantastic band!"

Rhodri hired Trudgeon's Trad Jazz Troubadours for a Funeral / Memorial service (available in Cardiff)

Verified Review, 29 May 2026

FAQs about hiring Wedding Jazz bands in Cardiff

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Are jazz bands appropriate for weddings?

Jazz bands are an increasingly popular choice for weddings, especially receptions. In 2023, 1 in 20 wedding receptions booking a wedding jazz band with us. Their versatile repertoire caters to various moments, from romantic ballads during the ceremony to lively tunes for dancing. Jazz offers a sophisticated ambience, enhancing the event's elegance.

Hiring a Wedding Jazz Band in Cardiff

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Wedding Jazz bands in Cardiff 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 Wedding Jazz Band in Cardiff?

Prices for Wedding Jazz bands vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Wedding Jazz bands typically charge around £220 per performer, mid-range acts around £330, and high-end Wedding Jazz bands from £400 per performer upwards.

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