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Tips to Hire Xmas Jazz Band for a Party

August 24, 2015
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Tips to Hire Xmas Jazz Band for a Party

Here are a few tips to hire Xmas  jazz band for a party you are organising. Whether based in London or beyond, we have participated in many such party events as the jazz band of choice and have built up a great deal of experience in all aspects of the event. Jeff Williams is the bandleader, trombonist and singer for this London based jazz band with over 25 years experience entertaining Xmas party revellers in all kinds of situations.


Tips to Hire Xmas Jazz Band for a Party

Tips to hire Xmas Party Jazz Band. Masked Ball

Tips to hire Xmas Party Jazz Band. Masked Ball

Firstly, is it a daytime or evening event? Chances are, if it is daytime and in an office, then alcohol maybe off limits. Maybe what you need is a small jazz band, three or four pieces, playing a mixture of Xmas tunes and other tunes for the participants. In this situation you are probably not wanting the band to take centre stage, but more to be part of the Xmas “festivities” If you hire a band for such a party then you can reasonably expect your people to have a relatively productive afternoon!


Tips to Hire Xmas Jazz Band for a Party

Maybe the party is close in time and date to the Xmas holidays and need for sobriety is not quite as important. In situations like this you could go for either swing band hire, jazz band hire or even party band hire. Make sure you have room for your band. They need to be in a position where they are not being jostled by party revellers! Think about themes. A New Orleans Band works well as does a Burlesque theme. Also what about a Prohibition Jazz Band, also known as either a Great Gatsby Jazz Band or a Speakeasy Jazz Band 


Tips to Hire Xmas Jazz Band for a Party

On many occasions our band, The Mississippi Swamp Dogs, is asked to participate for “Joiner” parties. These are usually evening affairs when smaller businesses come together and combine with other small businesses in sharing Xmas suppliers. So the jazz band is shared as is the catering and other entertainers. Having the right repertoire is essential for such parties. You need tunes that everyone knows and wants to dance to. People want to have a good time but are aware that there may be some scrutiny from other members of staff!! This can mean that not every Xmas party is the wild affair you would hope for! Do contact us for further information. You can view videos here to see what we do or why not come and see us play before deciding. Our performance page is here, usually we can get you in as our guest. Here is our jazz band London hire page for more information if you are based in the capital.

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