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Essential Jazz

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Essential Jazz: Sophisticated Jazz Band for Weddings, Parties, and Events

For a touch of timeless sophistication, Essential Jazz offers a stunning musical backdrop for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. This London-based jazz band is renowned for their exceptional musicianship and ability to provide elegant, unobtrusive background music that complements any event. Whether you’re looking for a wedding jazz band or live entertainment for a corporate gathering, Essential Jazz delivers a seamless blend of style and talent.

About Essential Jazz

Essential Jazz is an instrumental jazz band comprising graduates from some of the UK’s most prestigious music conservatoires and universities. Known for their polished performances, the band has a vast repertoire of jazz, swing, and Latin music, featuring classics from iconic artists like Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, and Charlie Parker.

Their music is carefully curated to fit the mood of your event, creating a delightful ambience without overpowering conversation or networking. From drinks receptions to wedding breakfasts, Essential Jazz’s sophisticated style adds a refined touch to any occasion.

Wedding Jazz Band: Perfect for Your Big Day

As a wedding jazz band, Essential Jazz specialises in providing beautiful background music for every part of your special day.

Ceremony

Create an unforgettable atmosphere with gentle jazz renditions as you walk down the aisle or during the signing of the register.

Drinks Reception

Set the tone for celebration with a relaxed and stylish set that keeps your guests entertained as they mingle.

Wedding Breakfast

Enhance the elegance of your meal with subtle jazz melodies that provide the perfect musical backdrop.

Essential Jazz can also accommodate special requests and perform your favourite jazz standards to make your day truly unique.

Corporate Events and Private Parties

For corporate events, Essential Jazz adds a professional and polished touch. Their subtle and sophisticated music is ideal for creating a pleasant atmosphere during networking sessions, product launches, or gala dinners.

Private parties are another speciality, with the band delivering captivating performances that suit any occasion, from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations.

Line-Up Options to Suit Your Event

Essential Jazz offers a variety of line-up configurations, allowing you to customise the band to fit your event perfectly:

  • Jazz Duo: A classic pairing of tenor saxophone and acoustic guitar for intimate settings.
  • Jazz Trio: Piano, upright bass, and tenor saxophone for a fuller sound.
  • Jazz Quartet: Add trumpet to the trio for a vibrant yet sophisticated ensemble.
  • Jazz Quintet: A complete jazz band featuring guitar, upright bass, tenor saxophone, trumpet, and drums.

The flexibility of these configurations ensures the music aligns with your event’s style, whether it’s a small reception or a large celebration.

Performance Highlights

Essential Jazz has performed at prestigious venues and events across the UK and internationally, including:

  • The London Jazz Festival
  • Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club
  • The Science Museum
  • The Eiffel Tower
  • Corporate clients such as Ferrari, Virgin, and many more

Their impressive track record guarantees a world-class performance that will leave a lasting impression on your guests.

Why Choose Essential Jazz?

  • Exceptional Musicianship: Talented musicians with years of experience performing at high-profile events.
  • Versatile Repertoire: A carefully selected mix of jazz standards, swing classics, and Latin favourites.
  • Customisable Line-Up: Options to tailor the band’s size and sound to your event’s needs.
  • Seamless Integration: Background music that enhances your event without overwhelming it.
  • Professional Service: Reliable, punctual, and committed to making your event unforgettable.

Add-On Options

For evening entertainment, you can complement Essential Jazz with their larger counterpart, Swing and Soul, an award-winning party band guaranteed to get your guests dancing all night. Booking both bands together is a fantastic way to ensure seamless musical entertainment throughout your event.

Book Essential Jazz Today

Whether you’re seeking a jazz band for wedding celebrations, corporate events, or private parties, Essential Jazz delivers unparalleled musical sophistication. Their exceptional talent, diverse repertoire, and commitment to excellence make them the perfect choice for any occasion.

Contact Mighty Fine Events today to book Essential Jazz and let their timeless music create the perfect atmosphere for your event.

Essential Jazz: Sophisticated sounds for unforgettable moments.

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Antonio Carlos JobimFavela 
Benny GolsonKiller Joe 
Benny GoodmanStompin At The Savoy 
Bill EvansPeri’s Scope 
Billie HolidayThese Foolish Things 
Bobby DarrinBeyond The Sea 
Chet BakerBut Not For Me 
Chet BakerHave You Met Miss Jones 
Chet BakerLike Someone In Love 
Chet Baker and Wolfgang LackerschmidBlue Bossa 
Clifford BrownSandu 
Cole PorterEasy To Love 
Cole PorterI’ve Got You Under My Skin 
Cole PorterNight And Day 
Cole PorterYou Do Something To Me 
Dorothy Fields and Jerome KernThe Way You Look Tonight 
Dorothy Fields and Jimmy McHughOn The Sunny Side Of The Street 
Duke EllingtonDon’t Get Around Much Anymore 
Duke EllingtonIn A Mellow Tone 
Duke EllingtonJust Squeeze Me 
Duke EllingtonSatin Doll 
Duke EllingtonTake The A Train 
Ella FitzgeraldAll Of Me 
Ella FitzgeraldCheek To Cheek 
Ella FitzgeraldMy Romance 
Erskine HawkinsTuxedo Junction 
Etta JamesAt Last 
Frank SinatraCome Fly With Me 
Frank SinatraFly Me To The Moon 
Frank SinatraMy Baby Just Cares For Me 
Frank SinatraOld Devil Moon 
Frank SinatraThe Tender Trap 
George Gershwin‘S Wonderful 
George GershwinA Foggy Day 
George GershwinThey Can’t Take That Away From Me 
George ShearingLullaby Of Birdland 
Harold ArlenI’ve Got The World On A String 
Harold ArlenLet’s Fall In Love 
Jerome KernAll The Things You Are 
Jimmy ForrestNight Train 
Jimmy McHughExactly Like You 
Jimmy Van HeusenI Thought About You 
John KlennerJust Friends 
Johnny GreenBody And Soul 
Johnny MercerSkylark 
Miles DavisBoplicity 
Miles DavisFreddie The Freeloader 
Miles DavisFour 
Miles DavisIf I Were A Bell 
Miles DavisOn Green Dolphin Street 
Morgan LewisHow High The Moon 
Nat King ColeAlmost Like Being In Love 
Nat King ColeAutumn Leaves 
Nat King ColeWhen I Fall In Love 
Ray HeindorfKelly’s Blues 
Richard RogersI Could Write A Book 
Tony BennettThe Lady Is A Tramp 
Victor YoungStella By Starlight