About these Singers (Jazz)

If you're looking to add a real sense of class to your event, then there is no better way to do it than by having a jazz singer perform! Whether you're a fan of Dean Martin or Michael Buble, the Last Minute Musicians directory has a brilliant selection of jazz and swing singers that are just waiting to croon their way into your hearts!

With a repertoire of classics like "Fly Me To The Moon", "Autumn Leaves" and "All Of Me", jazz singers are perfect in the background of drinks receptions or to entertain guests over dinner. Performing up-beat big band classics, they are also perfectly at home being the centre of attention, encouraging your guests to dance the night away to the sound of The Rat Pack hits, as well as a number of pop tunes.

"Your show is amazing, very professional and so polished with a song list that took us right through the ages. So much variety of styles performed to an equally high standard. You can tell the attention to detail with the song selection for our party, and how you finish the night in such a brilliant way. You are a real showman and we will be booki ng you again in the future."

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Ideal for:

Generally, jazz acts always work best at formal occasions. Weddings, drinks receptions, birthday parties or black-tie product launches, jazz singers will seamlessly blend into these occasions, at various points during the day. Alternatively, they will also be at home at public events with a 40's, 50's or even a "Great Gatsby" theme, taking the focus and performing a set that's ideal for dancing.

When booking a jazz singer:

Some jazz singers will perform to backing tracks, whereas others will have a group of musicians to back them up. It's always important to clarify which one this will be with your potential act first, to avoid disappointment. Most jazz singers will bring their own PA equipment with them, and your venue will probably require this to be PAT tested for electrical safety. They will also ask for your acts certificate for Public Liability Insurance, so it's a good idea to make sure these documents are available.

Prices for Singers (Jazz)

One of the advantages of hiring a solo singer is that they can keep additional costs to a minimum. A typical swing singer that performs to backing tracks will usually charge a minimum of £150, however that price will vary depending on the act and the travel cost. Use the "advanced search" feature to find jazz singers that are local to you.

About jazz/swing music:

Coming out of the two and 4 beat jazz era of the 1920's that had been pioneered by the likes of Louis Armstrong in Chicago, the swing or big band era began in the 30's in various big cities in the USA. Big band leaders like Duke Ellington and Benny Goodmen would arrange various jazz numbers for large bands, often incorporating time for several musicians to improvise on the tune.

Over the 40's and 50's, big bands would often be hired to back popular singers, the undisputed king of which would be one Francis Albert Sinatra. Ol' blue eyes would go on to be known as one of the worlds greatest entertainers, performing sold out concerts around the globe, taking up huge residencies in the most popular Las Vegas hotels/casinos and starring in big budget Hollywood films.

Most modern swing singers will draw on the tunes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, The Rat Pack and various other popular singers of the decade. Swing (and other jazz music subgenres) has also enjoyed something of a resurgence in popularity recently, with the likes of Michael Buble, Jamie Cullum and Gregory Porter often drawing on the styles and arrangements of popular jazz singers of the 30's, 40's and 50's.

The jazz singers featured on this page are all members of the Last Minute Musicians entertainment directory. Use the refine section at the top of this page to book popular vocalists close to you. Simply choose a county or enter a post code into the "available in" box to refine the listings to your local area. Click the "visit listing" button to see the full profiles of the individual Singers (Jazz). With 308 superb local professional jazz and swing singers to choose from you are sure to find the ideal entertainer to make your wedding, party or event just perfect. Each act features reviews and recommended prices/rates. Don`t forget you can use our online chat (below) to get instant help with your booking.