Browse 1,208 jazz bands for hire in the United States, from intimate jazz trios to larger swing ensembles for weddings and events. Acts listed here have received 2,208 reviews from real clients with an average rating of 5 out of 5, and prices start from $160, averaging $600.
These jazz groups cover styles including traditional standards, smooth jazz, gypsy jazz, ragtime, Dixieland and contemporary pop arranged in a vintage jazz style. Many offer flexible lineups, so you can book a smaller act for a cocktail hour and scale up for an evening reception.
Of the 1,208 suppliers listed here, 499 are based in the United States. The other 709 are willing to travel there.
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Live jazz groups bring a polished, adaptable sound to weddings and events. These professional musicians handle everything from soft background music during dinner to high-energy dance sets, adjusting their repertoire and volume to suit your venue and occasion. Most jazz acts offer flexible lineup sizes, so a trio that plays your cocktail hour can expand to a quintet or larger group for the evening.
The most popular format is a three or four-piece jazz group for wedding receptions and corporate functions, with a classic combination of piano or guitar, bass, drums and sometimes saxophone or vocals. Smaller duos work well for ceremonies and intimate settings, while larger ensembles with brass and dedicated vocalists suit bigger venues and dance-focused events. Many jazz musicians also offer themed sets, including 1920s Gatsby-era jazz, bossa nova, and modern pop songs rearranged in a swing style.
Rates for jazz bands in the United States currently range from about $160 for smaller ensembles to $2,250+ for larger groups or extended performances, with an average booking cost of $600. 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.
The average price is $600 (USD), with most priced from $160 to $2,250+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 1,460 enquiries for Jazz Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 5 November 2026.
Yuval Agam
"Yuval was on time, professional, and was an incredible sax player. I asked him to play along to a pre-set playlist of EDM songs and he crushed it! Genuinely, brought so much life to the party.
He was also communicative and extremely easy to work with. Will definitely be hiring him again!"
A Groove Gathering
"Wow!! Can't say enough good things about this band! I heard Tien singing solo at a restaurant and knew I wanted to hire him for my wedding. His voice is amazing and the vibes are chill, romantic, and fun. I hired him and his band "The Groove Gathering" and my guest talked about them ALL night! They were for sure one of the highlights of the night. They are also very professional and easy going so they were very accommodating to my unique wedding schedule. My favorite part about this group is they not only sound amazing but they have a passion for music and it shows! Way better than hiring a DJ!"
Tim Oates - Frank Sinatra Tribute Show!
"Five stars! Professional, knowledgeable and a gifted vocalist! Tim went over and above for our event and was the perfect showman ‐ warm vocals, funny and engaging. Tim has a heart of gold and communicated well throughout the planning process. I'm also grateful for the extra time he gave to find the perfect repertoire for our Italian theme. Tim Oates was an absolute pleasure and I highly recommend him for your next event!"
The Joshua Silbert Combo
"We were thrilled to have your music make our Gala such a fun event! Thank you so much!"
Master Musicians Incorporated
"I would strongly discourage anyone from using Master Musicians for a wedding.
One of the most important moments of our wedding day, the processional, was mishandled despite clear communication and advance planning. Prior to the wedding, I spent over 30 minutes speaking with Julie Block reviewing our ceremony details. During that conversation, we specifically discussed our processional music, including "Can't Help Falling in Love." When I asked whether she already had the sheet music, she told me she did. At no point did she indicate there was any uncertainty about the song selection or that additional information was needed.
In addition, all of our songs and ceremony instructions were provided to the company on July 17, 2026, including specific notes regarding instrumental versions.
Despite those instructions, our wedding officiant unexpectedly walked in to Taylor Swift vocals being played over the sound system. This was not supposed to happen. The music was intended to be instrumental only. Not only was it inappropriate for that moment, but it caught our officiant completely by surprise and disrupted the beginning of our ceremony.
What makes this even more frustrating is the explanation we received afterward. Julie claimed that because we only provided the song and artist name for "Can't Help Falling in Love," she downloaded a version from YouTube and that we should have provided an exact link. Yet this was never mentioned during our lengthy planning call, nor when she confirmed she already had the music. Had this been communicated beforehand, it could have been resolved easily. How can a professional music company utilize YouTube for a full track, when that is meant for video versions of songs?
Julie also acknowledged in writing that the violinist played the vocal version of Taylor Swift's "Love Story" instead of the instrumental version and stated that he "second guessed the instructions and chose poorly." In other words, the company admits that its musician ignored the instructions provided.
Rather than taking full responsibility for a mistake that affected one of the most meaningful moments of our wedding ceremony, the response focused on shifting blame back to us for not providing an exact track link, despite prior assurances that the music was already available and despite the fact that the wrong Taylor Swift version was admittedly played.
They not only declined to offer a refund for these mistakes, but then said they would "waive the charge" for our wedding starting late—even though the delay was due to rain. The violinist never introduced himself or asked whether we wanted him to stay. In fact, had he left, our processional likely would not have been disrupted, because I had already provided the DJ with Spotify track links to our wedding music as a backup in case of an emergency.
Weddings require attention to detail, clear communication, and careful execution of agreed-upon instructions. Unfortunately, our experience with Master Musicians fell short in all three areas. Based on our experience, I cannot recommend them to couples who are relying on their vendors to handle important ceremonial moments correctly."
Musko Music
"Hi Brandon,
We just wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for being such an important part of our cocktail hour. I’m so sorry we didn’t get the chance to meet you in person, but please know that we were admiring your musical talent from all corners of the venue.
A special thank you for taking the time to learn songs that meant so much to us personally. Not every musician is willing to go the extra mile like that, and it truly didn’t go unnoticed. We received so many compliments throughout the evening about having you there, and we couldn’t have been happier with our choice. ☺️
You may not realize just how much it meant to us, but you added such a special touch to our celebration and helped make the evening that much more memorable. We’re genuinely so grateful. Thank you again 🙂
Best,
Maddy & Babs"
