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Boston, MA 
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge 
53 Verified Bookings Dan M. said “Gerry was friendly and professional. His performance exceeded expectations!”
Boston, MA
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge
31 Verified Bookings Matthew C. said “Controlled the atmosphere set the mardi gras vibe”
Boston, MA
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge
23 Verified Bookings Harold J. said “Awesome band. Would definitely hire them again.”
Boston, MA
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge
9 Verified Bookings Barb K. said “I hired a Jazz Trio to play at my wedding. Unfortunately, one of the guys got sick day-of, but the remaining two were fantastic. They asked what I liked…”
Boston, MA
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge
2 Verified Bookings Daniel C. said “I can't stop thinking about the party we had and speechless truly made it happen! This band knows how to play to a crowd, everyone keeps talking…”
Boston, MA
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge
229 Verified Bookings Kiana C. said “Inspiring & uplifting music complimented a beautiful Fred Astaire ambiance at the Mens Charity holiday party! Put guests in a good mood on the St.…”
Dorchester, MA
Jazz Band
5 miles from Cambridge
4 Verified Bookings Mike M. said “Fred and the guys were great. We received countless compliments on their performance. Would love to work with them again!”
Cambridge, MA
Jazz Band
1 Verified Booking Bethany N. said “These guys are fantastic! Prompt, friendly and talented to boot. Their level of musicianship was exceptional and they seamlessly transitioned from one…”
Boston, MA
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge
11 Verified Bookings Tanner T. said “Second booking of the Carrtunes. Would book again!!”
Boston, MA
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge
1 Verified Booking Scott R. said “I'm a DJ and have I've worked with Jim many times over the years. I also book him when a couple wants guitar for their ceremony and/or cocktail…”
Boston, MA
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge
4 Verified Bookings Kelly B. said “I booked Red Velvet Sounds to play a work event and I could scarcely be more impressed. Gabriela and her band arrived early, set up unobtrusively, and…”
Boston, MA
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge
1 Verified Booking Greg L. said “I hired the George Farrell Group on short notice to play my wife's 40th bday party. I had never done anything like this but thought it would be a…”
Boston, MA
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge
1 Verified Booking Robert M. said “I am on the Board of Boston International, a non-profit organization, and have hired Jazz in the Air for 3 consecutive years to play our annual Holiday…”
Boston, MA
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge
15 Verified Bookings David A. said “Awesome quartet! Thanks for making our event such a success!”
Boston, MA
Jazz Band
3 miles from Cambridge
11 Verified Bookings Davey J. said “Seriously they were absolutely fantastic! The music was great, and everyone was incredibly polite and professional. I will 100% book them again for an…”
Dedham, MA
Jazz Band
9 miles from Cambridge
2 Verified Bookings Leonid said “Thanks Marlene for great performance. All our guests were impressed by professionalism of your band and we had a great time”
Hanover, MA
Jazz Band
22 miles from Cambridge
1 Verified Booking Obscure Notation is a jazz blues fusion group that performs music with a focus on ECM and other jazz artists from the 1960s, 70s, 80’s and 90’s as well as original…
Methuen, MA
Jazz Band
25 miles from Cambridge
1 Verified Booking Live Jazz Bands for any occasion, from 5 to 20 musicians. We represent some of the finest musicians in the Boston area. Our players have performed all over the…
Methuen, MA
Jazz Band
25 miles from Cambridge
1 Verified Booking Mike R. said “Saw them at Theory Wine Bar in Andover MA. They play a great mix of swing and Latin-infused jazz, with lots of brass, saxes, and great rhythm. This band…”
Cambridge, MA
Jazz Band
Five piece jazz band with a tight sound and fresh take on jazz classics. Available for parties and functions. Popular band in the Boston jazz scene playing area…
Somerville, MA
Jazz Band
1 mile from Cambridge Musette Suzette is a small group that plays French vocal and accordion music. We focus mostly on French dance hall music of the 1930's, '40's and…
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Cambridge, Massachusetts
Performance location
Outdoor (without cover)
Group size preferred
4 person
Electrical outlets available
Yes
Equipment needed
Backline (instruments)
Expenses covered
Meals and/or drinks
Age range of audience
45-64
Performance area size
large outdoor area, we would have a dedicated area for the band, but not a stage
Song requests
Light jazz
Setup information
There is ample time for set-up and for break-down
Sam Smith Jazz
Such a great group - they provided wonderful music for our event, and were so easy to work with!
Jazz up your next event with some beautiful live music! Jazz bands are perfect for weddings, corporate events, cocktail parties, and more. They can be the featured entertainment or perform background music to create a relaxing atmosphere. Fill your venue with all the traditional jazz standards from Nat King Cole to Frank Sinatra to Duke Ellington. No matter what style of jazz you want, find the best performers on GigSalad!
The cost of booking a jazz band in Cambridge, Massachusetts will vary depending on the length of the event, the size of the jazz ensemble, and their overall skill level. Professional jazz musicians with years of experience will often charge more than those just starting out. If you’re working with a tighter budget, consider a solo jazz musician like a saxophone player over a full jazz trio or quartet. Contact local jazz groups to get a quote customized for your event needs.
While browsing Cambridge jazz bands, look through their profiles to see photos, watch videos, and listen to audio samples to get a feel for their style and setlist. Read reviews from past clients to learn more about their experience with events like yours. When talking with the musicians, be sure to discuss important details like venue setup, performance length & scheduled breaks, song requests, and any other unique aspect of your event.
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