Bossa Nova Bands for Hire in Ottawa

Find 162 professional bossa nova bands available in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada for your wedding, party or special event. These smooth Brazilian jazz musicians feature talented guitarists, sophisticated vocalists and intimate acoustic arrangements.

All 162 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Ottawa. The nearest is based in Montréal, Quebec, 102 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 453 reviews of Bossa Nova Bands
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Versatile bassist playing jazz, pop, latin and more

Montréal

Quebec · 102 miles away

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Refined 3-vocalist covers band performing popular hits from the 2000's

Montréal

Quebec · 102 miles away

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Book from $1200 (CAD)

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Throwing a Fun Party, Gala Event, Elegant Cocktail/Dinner or Romantic Wedding?

Toronto

Ontario · 218 miles away

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Solo sax / Sax & Dj / Weddings / Corporate Events

Niagara Falls

Ontario · 231 miles away

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Book from $350 (CAD)

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Freelance/solo guitarist, muti styles Jazz,Rock,Blues, Bossa Nova, Classic

Peekskill

New York, United States · 298 miles away

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Book from $600 (USD)

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Super Duo with 20 years of experience. Gypsy Jazz, Brazilian, Bolero, Flamenco

New York

United States · 336 miles away

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Hire a jazz trio that will make your event special and unique!

New York

United States · 336 miles away

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Award-winning jazz & Latin jazz pianist — solo piano for weddings & events

Commack

New York, United States · 338 miles away

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Elegant sounds of Brazilian Bossa jazz for cocktail hour guitar and vocals solo

Cleveland

Ohio, United States · 404 miles away

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Book from $900 (USD)

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Afro-Latin fusion, into vibrant cultural rhythms

Detroit

Michigan, United States · 423 miles away

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Four piece Brazilian Jazz band!

Centreville

Virginia, United States · 463 miles away

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Lounge pop and jazz duo, cello, bass and vocals

Halifax

Nova Scotia · 594 miles away

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Classic instrumental jazz and hand-picked contemporary songs

Indianapolis

United States · 659 miles away

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Book from $250 (USD)

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Bass player available for a wide variety of needs and styles!!

Lebanon

Tennessee, United States · 842 miles away

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Playing sax, flute keyboard and singer, smooth jazz, Latin and others

West Palm Beach

Florida, United States · 1,314 miles away

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Solo saxophone -DJ duo - or Jazz Trio, up to a Latin Septet for your event...

New Orleans

Louisiana, United States · 1,322 miles away

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Unique soloist featuring acoustic and electric percussion and Zendrum

Boynton Beach

Florida, United States · 1,327 miles away

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I provide different sized bands - Jazz, blues, Bossa Nova, Latin Jazz and more.

North Miami

Florida, United States · 1,372 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Bossa Nova Bands in Ottawa?

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Rates for professional bossa nova bands in Ottawa range from about $280 to $1,950+, with average bookings costing $850. Solo acoustic guitarists typically represent more affordable options, while full ensembles with vocals, bass and percussion command premium rates. Pricing reflects ensemble size, performance duration and specific repertoire requirements. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 87 enquiries for Bossa Nova Bands at events in Canada, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 12 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within an hour
89% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About four months
30% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
60% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 45 miles
For the 84% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Bossa Nova Bands available in Ottawa

5/5 from 453 reviews
Photo of The Kensie Jazz and Dance Band The Kensie Jazz and Dance Band "Perfect Jazz Band! Secured The Kensie Jazz Band for our 30th Anniversary corporate event. From start to finish they were perfect. Perfect background music while guests are engaging in the social circuit. Perfect background music while being seated and served for dinner. The band can adjust their sound level to your preference. They play a range of music. A live band is a classy touch and adds ambience to any event rather than a standard DJ. It is a completely different vibe. Nice group of people! Good pricing as well. Thank you!" Based in Toronto, Ontario (218 miles from Ottawa) Jenifer F. - Cocktail and Dinner Music Photo of Ontario saxophonist Igor Babich Ontario saxophonist Igor Babich "Igor played the saxophone at our wedding cocktail hour. He was AMAZING! Super lively and sounded so awesome!!! All our guests made comments about how much they loved him too! Communication with him was also super easy and he was always prompt to answer any questions we had! 10/10 recommend him!" Based in Niagara Falls, Ontario (231 miles from Ottawa) 13th January 2026 Anna Fleming - Wedding cockail hour Photo of John Anthony Ferrer John Anthony Ferrer "I have hired John Anthony Ferrer to entertain my sorority reunion guests at the Bean Runner Cafe. Is amazing guitar playing as well as classic songs and popular pop tunes. John's hand the guitar really comes alive as well as the songs he plays. John is a real Rock Star, playing tunes from the Jazz era and then switching to the Pop songs of the last few decades. Then playing Blues before going into some romantic Bossa Nova. I also hired him to host and play guitar for 2022 New York Miss Teen pageant contestants. It wasn't long before he had the beautiful young ladies dancing and singing to the songs he played. A highlight to their busy schedule. To sum it up, John Anthony Ferrer's guitar wizardry will amaze you." Based in Peekskill, New York, United States (298 miles from Ottawa) Miss Elizabeth McCorvey - The Family Resource Center Photo of Manhattan Jazz Trio Manhattan Jazz Trio "Having the Manhattan Trio perform at our summer cocktail party was great. The music added a nice atmosphere to the party, with elegant jazz standards everybody recognized. The band even took some requests from guest and performed them beautifully. If you are looking for a sophisticated and elegant jazz music atmosphere, this is it!" Based in New York, United States (336 miles from Ottawa) 20th March 2026 Marco S. - Cocktail Party Photo of Brazilian Bossa Jazz Band Brazilian Bossa Jazz Band "The trio was fantastic, professional, and talented. The music added the perfect touch to our special day. Highly recommended!" Based in Centreville, Virginia, United States (463 miles from Ottawa) 17th September 2026 Sue - Private Wedding Photo of The Joshua Silbert Combo The Joshua Silbert Combo "We were thrilled to have your music make our Gala such a fun event! Thank you so much!" Based in Indianapolis, United States (659 miles from Ottawa) 3rd November 2026 Shelia Carlson, Director of Corporate & Volunteer Partnerships Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana - Gleaners Annual Fundraiser Gala

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for bossa nova bands on Gig Heaven is $850, with rates from $280 to $1,950+. Cost varies based on the number of musicians, performance duration and the style of bossa nova. Line-ups range from intimate duos with guitar and vocals to larger ensembles featuring percussion, bass and wind instruments.

The bossa nova bands perform bossa nova, a smooth, sophisticated Brazilian style that blends samba rhythms with jazz harmonies. Many bands also include wider Brazilian and Latin jazz standards in their repertoire, creating a relaxed, elegant atmosphere.

Typical bookings for bossa nova bands include cocktail receptions, corporate dinners, wedding drinks receptions, restaurant entertainment, garden parties and any event where sophisticated, mellow background music is desired. Bossa nova's gentle rhythm and warm melodies create a refined, welcoming ambiance.

Many bossa nova bands can perform acoustically for smaller, intimate settings. For larger venues or outdoor events, a small PA system is typically used. For the best experience, discuss the venue with the band to determine the best setup.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

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