Browse 893 jazz bands for hire in California, United States, from intimate jazz trios to larger swing ensembles for weddings and events. Acts listed here have received 1,890 reviews from real clients with an average rating of 5 out of 5, and prices start from $190, averaging $650.
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Rates for jazz bands in California currently range from about $190 for smaller ensembles to $2,300+ for larger groups or extended performances, with an average booking cost of $650. 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.
Based on 1,455 enquiries for Jazz Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 20 October 2026.
Band Saptham
"A fantastic team of superbly talented artists, and what a great performance! Rakhi's voice and singing stand shoulder to shoulder with the original recordings, capturing every nuance and emotion of the songs. The whole band was tight, professional, and clearly passionate about their music. They kept the audience engaged from start to finish. Highly recommended for any event"
A Hue of Blue
"The Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the Museum of Contemporary Art have used free outdoor jazz programs to draw the public to their facilities, but representatives of the museums say that this summer sparked a banner year in terms of attendance.
“It was incredible,” said Dorrance Stalvey, director of music programs at LACMA. “We had upward of 2,000 people at some shows.” The museum--in its fourth year of offering jazz on a weekly basis-presented such artists as Horace Tapscott, Dr. Art Davis and Cecilia Coleman at its Friday evening shows, and big bands led by Bill Berry, Gerald Wilson and Bill Holman on Sunday afternoon programs.
“This program was by far the most successful we’ve had,” said Dawn Setzer, spokesperson for MOCA. “We averaged about 1,500 people a show,” a figure up considerably from previous years’ events.
Setzer said the primary reason for the increased turnout was the high-profile strictly-jazz lineup, presented on 11 consecutive Thursdays, that included Charles McPherson, Billy Higgins and Teddy Edwards.
LACMA continues its Friday evening shows throughout the year, currently spotlighting a retrospective of bands that have played there, plus new acts.
‘Trane Time: The annual John Coltrane Festival takes place tonight at 8 at the World Stage, 4344 Degnan Blvd. in Leimert Park. On tap will be Ravi
Coltrane, Dr. Art Davis’ estimable quintet with Doug Webb and Phil Vieux, and others. Information: (213) 293-2451.
Davis will also appear at a benefit for Better Advantages for Students and Society (BASS), which awards a scholarship in his name. The event takes place on Sunday, 4 to 7 P.M., at Diva, 600 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa."
Campbell's Jazz Soup
"THANK YOU for being such an incredible part of our wedding! The music set the perfect tone from the very start—elegant, lively, and full of joy. You created such a wonderful atmosphere during cocktail hour, and our guests kept telling us how much they loved having live jazz as part of the day."
Freddy Charles
"10/10, would like to hire again!!! Thanks Freddy."
Ken Weiner | Jazz 🎷
"Ken and his trio were excellent. Their playing really helped make the night. Highly recommended!"
Vik Momjian
"We had a very pleasant experience at our family private event with the musical group that Vik Momjian put together . We already knew of his utmost professionalism and experience as a Bas’s guitar instructor, therefore entrusting him with his musical group was the natural wise decision and he and his band mates certainly satisfied our family and guests with flying colors!"
