Wedding Jazz, Tailored to Your Day

Live swing and songbook repertoire for ceremonies, drinks receptions and evening celebrations.

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Music for Each Part of the Day

Every wedding is different, and the role of live music shifts naturally throughout the day. From the intimacy of the ceremony to the relaxed energy of the reception, each section is shaped to suit the setting and atmosphere you want to create.

Ceremony

Music for the ceremony can include your chosen entrance piece, live accompaniment during the signing of the register, and a celebratory recessional as you leave together. Repertoire is discussed in advance to ensure the music reflects the tone of the moment, whether that calls for a classic jazz ballad, a timeless love song or a specially requested piece arranged for the occasion.

Presentation is kept elegant and unobtrusive, allowing the music to support the ceremony without overwhelming it.

Drinks Reception

For drinks receptions, relaxed swing and bossa nova create a warm, welcoming atmosphere while guests mingle. The aim is to enhance the space rather than dominate it — music is kept at a conversational level, adding texture and character to the room.

This part of the day often suits a duo or small ensemble, offering a live jazz feel that feels celebratory without interrupting conversation.

Wedding Breakfast

During the wedding breakfast, light jazz standards and familiar melodies provide a subtle backdrop between courses and speeches. The repertoire is carefully paced to suit the flow of the meal, with smooth transitions and an understated presence.

The focus remains on atmosphere — allowing guests to relax and enjoy the moment, while the music gently elevates the experience.

Evening Swing Set

For couples looking to extend the live music into the evening, an upbeat swing set offers a lively yet refined alternative to a traditional party band. Drawing on classic Rat Pack and swing-era favourites, this set brings energy and rhythm while retaining the character and elegance established earlier in the day.

This can be shaped as a feature performance or integrated into a broader evening plan, depending on your preferences.

SAMPLE REPERTOIRE

  • Ceremony & Romantic Ballads

    The Way You Look Tonight

    Can’t Help Falling in Love

    At Last

    The Nearness of You

    My Funny Valentine

    What a Wonderful World

    Somewhere Over the Rainbow

  • Drinks Reception & Wedding Breakfast

    Fly Me to the Moon

    L.O.V.E.

    Cheek to Cheek

    Beyond the Sea

    The Girl from Ipanema

    Sway

    It Had to Be You

    Pennies from Heaven

  • Evening Swing & Up-Tempo Classics

    That’s Life

    Mack the Knife

    Ain’t That a Kick in the Head

    I Get a Kick Out of You

    You Make Me Feel So Young

    Let’s Face the Music and Dance

    Come Fly With Me

Repertoire is tailored in consultation with each couple, and additional requests are always welcomed where possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. A professional PA system suitable for the venue size is provided, along with microphones and all necessary equipment. Set-up and sound check are handled in advance of guest arrival wherever possible.

  • Absolutely. Special requests are welcome, particularly for the ceremony. If a song sits within the style of the performance, it can often be incorporated into the repertoire. Requests are discussed well in advance of the day.

  • Performance length is tailored to your schedule. This may include individual sections such as the ceremony, drinks reception or wedding breakfast, or a combination of these. Timings are agreed during the planning stage to suit the flow of the day.

  • A small performance area and access to a standard power supply are usually sufficient. Requirements vary slightly depending on the chosen line-up, and these details are confirmed directly with the venue in advance.

  • A small performance area and access to a standard power supply are usually sufficient. Requirements vary slightly depending on the chosen line-up, and these details are confirmed directly with the venue in advance.

  • Yes. Public liability insurance is in place, and all electrical equipment is PAT tested where required by venues.