Browse 902 jazz bands for hire in Michigan, United States, from intimate jazz trios to larger swing ensembles for weddings and events. Acts listed here have received 1,911 reviews from real clients with an average rating of 5 out of 5, and prices start from $190, averaging $700.
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Rates for jazz bands in Michigan currently range from about $190 for smaller ensembles to $2,300+ for larger groups or extended performances, with an average booking cost of $700. 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 1,458 enquiries for Jazz Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 18 October 2026.
Rick Holland's Uptown Society Orchestra
"All Music Review
Thom Jurek
The title of this set is an apt one. While much of the music presented by the Rick Holland-Evan Dobbins Little Big Band, it hearkens back -- in terms of its sophistication, confidence and outright jazz literacy, not nostalgically -- to an era when progressive jazz, and big bands (this one numbering 10 pieces) flourished on the scene. This is one sophisticated outfit. Featuring the arrangement and compositional skills of Brent Wallarab, Jim Martin, Bill Dobbins and Kerry Strayer, this band struts out the tradition and make some joyous, complex, and elegant music that reflects its own unique identity. The résumés of all these players are impressive and reflected in the confidence of the date. It opens with "SUNY-Triangle," a Martin composition that works its artful sleight-of-hand over Antonio Carlos Jobim's "Triste." Martin uses the rhythmically complex samba and drapes some tough, knotty twists and turns over it. The intro is a beautiful and raucous wake-up call, while the head of the tune, with its staggered entrances and exits -- including some fine soloing by John Viavattine on tenor and John Nyerges on piano -- give this tune a unique identity. "Creature Comfort" is a beautiful mid-tempo ballad by Wallarab with edgeless yet multi-dimensional dissonances written into its harmonics. It swings beautifully and includes a fine, punchy solo by tenorman Glenn Cashman. Besides the originals, there are some fine readings here as well. There's Wallarab's arrangement of Duke Ellington's "Black and Tan Fantasy" that's a thoroughly modern exercise losing none of Ellington's humor or rhythmic complexity. Likewise, Gerry Mulligan's haunting, wee-hours, "Night Lights," is given expert treatment here by Strayer, and Dean Keller's baritone saxophone playing combines Mulligan's sense of lyric and Ben Webster's sense of time. In Time's Shadow reveals that innovation need not sacrifice accessibility or swing. It is convincing evidence that the big band form is alive, well and full of surprises."
D'AYCH and The Next Level Band
"Used these guys for my event in September of 2023. I can always tell things are going to go well when the communication is clear. We were able to get exactly what we needed for both days of our two day event. The first day we wanted classic rock and/or light rap for the festivities to get the crowd amped up. People were walking around the fest jamming while shopping/eating, which is what we wanted. The second day we needed something far more subtle while dinner was served to our sponsors and guests. D'aych and The Next Level Band brought the old school JAZZ BAND sound. Wow!
We were originally going to go with 2 different bands but D'aych assured me that they could handle it all. THEY ABSOLUTELY DID.
The best parts:
1. On both days they dressed for the theme of our event!!
2. They arrived EARLY and I always say EARLY is on time!
3. They were professional
4. They did exactly what they were hired to do on both days... seamlessly
Definitely my go to band now and will use them at our event in 2024 as well. Thanks guys!"
Crook & Company
"Robert and I are so over the moon grateful for the way Crook & Company graciously serenaded us and our guests for our wedding. You all did a phenomenal job with every detail. You were all professional, had amazing energy and extremely talented! You guys made the night perfect! I will definitely recommend your band in the future."
Randal V. Wilson
"Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!
The band was OUTSTANDING and I appreciate all of the talent and commitment that went into the evening. We were so impressed.
Sheila"
The Ron Smolen Big Band / Orchestra
"Wedding October 14 2023 - University Club - Chicago, IL
Hi Ron,
I've been meaning to shoot you an email.
Thank you guys so much, we had such a wonderful time and were so happy and impressed with the music. With everything going on, there were 2 things about the wedding that made it stand out: the food and the band. Our guests loved the music and it was everything that we could have ever wanted and more.
I really meant what I said about how cool it is that you all play this music and hopefully more people my age appreciate the work that you all do. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. We visit Chicago pretty often so we'll keep tabs on when you play and will come say hello sometime soon.
Hope you have a happy Thanksgiving!
-Ryan & Angela"
The Sidewalk Crusaders
"Great energy!!
We are so happy we booked The Sidewalk Cruisaders for our wedding. They brought so much energy and fun to our cocktail hour. My guests raved about them. Very easy to work with and willing to tailor the song list to our likes and interests."
