Darren Lloyd Traditional Jazz Band Trad jazz band playing pop hits and jazz standards

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Description Price
Solo with backing track 2 x 45 minute sets£200
Duo - Trumpet & Banjo/Guitar 2 x 45 minute sets£350
Trio - Trumpet, Bass & Banjo/Guitar 2 x 45 minute sets£500
4 piece - Trumpet, Bass, Drums & Banjo/Guitar 2 x 45 minute sets£650
5 piece - Trumpet, Clarinet, Bass, Drums & Banjo/Guitar 2 x 45 minute sets£800
Prices shown can vary depending on where the events are, travelling time, over night expenses may need to be added also.

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The Darren Lloyd traditional jazz band plays authentic sounding music from the 1920's with an infectious beat and groove, they also play a host of hits from the 70's, 80's & 90's in the traditional jazz style. Check out the musical demos.

The band is available from a solo performer using high quality backing tracks right through to a full seven piece traditional jazz band with a four piece rhythm section (piano, bass, drums & guitar/banjo) and three piece front line (trumpet, clarinet & trombone).

Available as solo performer, duo, trio, quartet, quintet, sextet and septet.

We can play just authentic sounding traditional jazz or also add the vintage pop tunes too if you wish. Just let us know when booking.

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AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in Macclesfield, Cheshire

Will travel up to 500 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 500 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 30 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

We are gradually working in 'pop' hits performed in a traditional jazz style!

George Michael's - Careless whisper

ELO - Mr Blue sky

The specials - Ghost town

Madness - Night boat to Cairo - It must be love - One step beyond

Blondie - Call me

Tears for fears - Mad world

Stevie Wonder - You are the sunshine of my life

Queen - Don't stop me now

White stripes - Seven nation army

Louis Armstrong set list

Struttin' with some barbecue

Cornet chop suey

Potato head blues

Someday you’ll be sorry

West end blues

When the saints

When you’re smiling

Ain't misbehaving

After you’ve gone

Basin street blues

Black & blue

Blue turning grey over you

Dippermouth blues

Hotter than that

Honeysuckle rose

I can’t give you anything but love

I’ve got a feeling I’m falling

Indiana

It don’t mean a thing

Muskrat ramble

Oriental strut

Saint James infirmary

Plus many, many more....

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

We can roam and as a result will need no requirements.
If we are static and performing inside we may need power, this will be discussed thoroughly with the client before being confirmed for a booking.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Sound only


What information do you require about a venue?

Directions, postcode.
Timings for event.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Sometimes background music can be supplied.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

As a pro trumper player I have performed at Ronnie Scotts jazz club, the Royal Albert hall, the 100 clib, Band on the wall, Matt & Phreds, many jazz festivals in the UK and across Europe.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

Louis Armstrong


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

I have been a professional musician since 1992. Before this I served in the Royal Marines Band Service.


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

Where the audience has fun.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

We usually perform 2 x 45 minute sets but can make the sets longer or perform more than two sets. We are very flexible.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes, as long as there is cover if the weather turns bad.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

Just the list


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Clients are always more than satisfied.

Recent Clients

Darren Lloyd Traditional Jazz Band has performed for these clients:

Our clients have range from weddings, parties, celebrations, concerts, festivals...

Venues

Darren Lloyd Traditional Jazz Band has performed at these venues:

Ronnie Scotts

Band on the wall

100 club

Royal Albert Hall

Bridgewater hall

Matt & Phreds jazz club

Pizza on the park

The jazz cafe

To name a few...

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