Oxford Jazz & Swing Bands

Hire Jazz Singers and Jazz Bands in Oxford

'Jazz' covers several sub genres, all of which featuring fantastic musicianship. Check out our Oxford jazz bands' profile pages below to get an idea of the range of Dixieland jazz, trad jazz, cool jazz, contemporary jazz, bebop, gypsy jazz and jazz standards from the Great American Songbook (written by George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin and other renowned jazz composers) they play. You'll also find that many of our jazz bands in Oxford like to try their hands at more modern pop tunes, albeit with a jazzy twist – they'll change the way you and your guests look at Ed Sheeran, the Beatles, Rihanna and Status Quo!

A great many of our recommended jazz bands in Oxford are fronted by some truly captivating jazz singers. Following in the footsteps of the likes of Billie Holiday, Etta James, Nina Simone, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Dean Martin, our Oxford jazz singers take their art very seriously – and their performances will leave you in no doubt of their rightful position in the jazz continuum.

Booking an Oxford Swing Band

Our Oxford swing bands have been recommended for all manner of events – any size, any style. Jazz is just the ultimate secret weapon when you're looking to take your surprise birthday, corporate event, private dinner function, garden party, awards ceremony, graduation, drinks reception, wedding reception, wedding breakfast, charity ball, summer fete, gala or work Christmas do to the next level of coolness!

As far as our booking process is concerned, all you need to do is choose which of Oxford jazz bands you lie the look of, give them a listen via the links provided, and send us an inquiry. Easy! Depending on your venue and budget requirements, you may prefer a solo acoustic jazz guitarist, solo jazz pianist, acoustic jazz duo, jazz trio, jazz quartet or larger jazz band with backing singers and a full brass section. We can offer you all of these and more – and many of our flexible and accommodating jazz bands in Oxford can adjust their line ups to meet your requirements. All usage of the band's equipment is covered by the quotes we've given; this also goes for their altered line ups, which usually result in a fantastic jazz cocktail, acoustic or lounge set. Read less