Jazz Bands for Hire in Leicester

Browse 1,044 jazz bands for hire in Leicester, England, United Kingdom, from intimate jazz trios to larger swing ensembles for weddings and events. Acts listed here have received 2,585 reviews from real clients with an average rating of 5 out of 5, and prices start from £150, averaging £500.

Of the 1,044 suppliers listed here, 8 are based within 30 miles of Leicester. The other 1,036 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Nottingham, Royal Leamington Spa, Derby and Wellingborough.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 2,585 reviews of Jazz Bands
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Saxophonist-Party style/Reggae Ska style/Cool background style!

Leicester

England

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Book from £290 (GBP)

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Jazz, blues, soul, Motown - Female Vocalist and Male Saxophonist

Leicester

England

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2,3,4 or 5 piece 1920s & 30s band ideal for all events with a vintage theme.

Nottingham

England · 22 miles away

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Book from £300 (GBP)

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Solo saxophonist with tracks playing hits from the 40s to the present day

Nottingham

England · 22 miles away

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Book from £225 (GBP)

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Jazz trio with female vocalist

Derby

England · 24 miles away

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Book from £700 (GBP)

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From Prohibition/Swing/RocknRoll/Jazz/Blues/Ska/Motown/pop Singer and Compere

Royal Leamington Spa

England · 29 miles away

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Book from £175 (GBP)

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Jazz band, perfect for weddings, corporate events and other engagements.

Royal Leamington Spa

England · 29 miles away

(10)

Book from £500 (GBP)

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Versatile duo performing covers from classics to today’s hits

Wellingborough

England · 30 miles away

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Leicester

Based more than 30 miles from Leicester, nearest first

Premium live soul, funk, pop & jazz band.

West Midlands

United Kingdom

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Book from £600 (GBP)

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A smooth saxophone guitar duo, tailor made to delight guests on any occasion

Birmingham

England · 34 miles away

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Book from £380 (GBP)

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Saxophonist/ibiza sax/piano/keyboard

Birmingham

England · 34 miles away

(1)

Book from £295 (GBP)

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Four piece Dixieland trad jazz for your wedding or function.

Market Deeping

England · 34 miles away

(6)

Book from £330 (GBP)

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Four piece Dixieland jazz band plus lady singer

Market Deeping

England · 34 miles away

(4)

Book from £350 (GBP)

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Jazz singing popular jazz songs from the 40's and 50's.

Peterborough

England · 37 miles away

(3)

Book from £80 (GBP)

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Music for all occasions, from duo to big band

Halesowen

England · 41 miles away

(1)

Book from £250 (GBP)

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Female Producer, Singer & Songwriter with orig. songs and a fresh take on covers

Dudley

England · 41 miles away

(1)

Book from £300 (GBP)

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Solo saxophonist - mellow, accessible jazz and/or pop through the decades

Redditch

England · 41 miles away

(10)

Book from £80 (GBP)

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3-7 piece band performing stunning arrangements of popular songs!

Milton Keynes

England · 44 miles away

(31)

Book from £1000 (GBP)

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How much does it cost to hire Jazz Bands in Leicester?

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Rates for jazz bands in Leicester currently range from about £150 for smaller ensembles to £1,700+ for larger groups or extended performances, with an average booking cost of £500. Price typically reflects the number of musicians, set length, travel requirements, and any custom arrangements. Trios and quartets offer good value for most events, while full big band setups command a higher fee but deliver a richer, more dynamic sound. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 423 enquiries for Jazz Bands at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 20 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
28% of enquiries, with weddings next at 27%
Typical first reply
Within three hours
65% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About two months
32% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to August
59% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 83% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Jazz Bands based near Leicester

5/5 from 23 reviews
Photo of Drew Stansall ex The Specials Drew Stansall ex The Specials "Drew played at our wedding on 6/9/26 and it was absolutely amazing. We gave him a few songs we wanted and left the rest upto him, he built the atmosphere with each sing and led us perfectly into our reception. Didn’t want his set to end. Can not recommend highly enough. Really nice guy and a true professional performer 👌🏼👌🏼" Based in Leicester, England 8th September 2026 Nick & Vicki Moy - Wedding Photo of Martin Benjamin Martin Benjamin "Fabulous entertainment our guests loved you. Thank you very much Martin" Based in Nottingham, England (22 miles from Leicester) Kathryn W - Wedding drinks reception Photo of The Wedding Jazz Company The Wedding Jazz Company "Hired a jazz trio with Dan for my wedding - which was themed around an outdoor garden party. Dan was fantastic at keeping in touch and booking couldn't have been easier. The guys were there and ready for when they said they would be, and they were absolutely brilliant! Provided the perfect backdrop to our event, excellent musicians too. I would have no hesitation in recommending these guys, and should I have any events in future that would suit some smooth jazz then these guys would be top of the list!" Based in Royal Leamington Spa, England (29 miles from Leicester) Sean - Wedding Photo of Deeping Dixielanders Deeping Dixielanders "Thank you, we thoroughly enjoyed your music and it made our party. Will look out for your dates next year Best wishes Susan x" Based in Market Deeping, England (34 miles from Leicester) Susan - 80th Birthday Party Photo of jez p on sax jez p on sax "I had the pleasure of working with Jerry on a DJ live event in Solihull, really great guy, easy to work with and a great sax player. I would definitely work with him again!" Raphael Dawkins - Vocalist DJ - RD ENTERTAINMENT" Based in Birmingham, England (34 miles from Leicester) Raphael Dawkins - Ibiza saxophone Photo of Casado - A Classy Saxophone and Guitar Duo Casado - A Classy Saxophone and Guitar Duo "We booked Casado for our wedding on the 14th March 2020 and would highly recommend them. Sharon and Martyn were professional, supportive and made our ceremony very special. From the very beginning, Casado were there to support our ideas, offer suggestions and took away a huge element of stress by liaising directly with the venue which was a great help on the lead up to the day. Casado offer great flexibility with regards to what they can offer, for our ceremony we had solo guitar whilst guests were seated and then violin and guitar duet for the ceremony including music whilst signing the register. Casado are excellent musicians with lots of experience and the feedback from our guests was amazing. Thank you for being part of our special day." Based in Birmingham, England (34 miles from Leicester) Chloe and Josh - Wedding- Pendrell Hall

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring jazz bands is £500, with prices from £150 to £1,700+. The main cost factors are the number of musicians in the band, performance duration and the style of jazz. Jazz groups range from duos and trios to large swing orchestras, and line-up size has the biggest impact on price.

The jazz bands for hire cover a wide range of styles including swing, bossa nova, gypsy jazz, smooth jazz, bebop and New Orleans-style jazz. Some groups also perform jazz-influenced pop or Rat Pack classics. To get the best results, listen to audio samples on each band's profile to find the right style for your event.

Hiring jazz bands is a versatile choice for many types of events. They are especially popular for wedding receptions, cocktail hours, corporate functions, private parties and gala dinners. Jazz works well as background music during dining or drinks, and can also be the featured entertainment where a more sophisticated atmosphere is desired.

On Gig Heaven, jazz bands are available in a variety of sizes, from duos and trios up to full big band ensembles of 15 or more musicians. A smaller group such as a trio or quartet is ideal for intimate settings and lower budgets, while a larger ensemble can fill bigger venues with a richer, more dynamic sound.

Most jazz bands are self-contained and bring their own amplification for smaller to mid-sized venues. Acoustic jazz groups may not need any amplification at all for intimate settings. For larger venues, additional PA equipment may be required. It is worth discussing sound requirements with the band before booking.

Many jazz bands are skilled at adjusting their volume and energy to suit different parts of an event. They can provide subtle background music during dinner and then shift to a more upbeat, danceable set for the evening party. It is a good idea to discuss the event flow with the band so they can plan their sets accordingly.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

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.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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