The Jazz Cannons

What can I expect?

When booking The Jazz Cannons you can expect everything from laid back jazz standards to cool Rat Pack style swing and dancefloor stomping jive. If the mood takes you, they have an extensive range of classic pop, soul and funk. For the more adventurous, why not request some latin grooves? Whether you’re trying to create a sophisticated ambience or want to see the dance-floor explode, The Jazz Cannons can deliver.

The Jazz Cannons have played for clients all over the UK and Europe and are the perfect choice for wedding receptions, corporate functions and parties. The blazing horns and explosive rhythm section will leave you and your guests no option but to “Face the Music and Dance”.

Who Plays In the Band?

The band is made up of some of the UK’s finest young musicians; Graduates from some of the countries finest music schools who’ve worked with the likes of Robbie Williams, The Commitments and Incognito, and perfomed in the smash hit The Rat Pack - Live From Las Vegas, as well as venues as diverse as Wembley Arena and Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club. Past clients have included private weddings, award ceremonies, major film premieres, corporate product launches, festivals and jazz clubs.

What Band Sizes Are There?

So whether you’re looking for the sensational 7 piece or the equally versatile 5 piece, The Jazz Cannons have the ingredients to make your event the one all your guests will be talking about.

Sample repertoire

Jazz Standards, Swing, Rat Pack, Pop/Soul/Rock&Roll, Pop Ballads, Latin.

Example Jazz Standards:
A Foggy Day
All of Me
Alone Together
Beyond the Sea
Blue Moon
East Of The Sun
I’m Going to Sit Right Down and Right Myself a Letter
Is You Is Or Is You Ain’t My Baby
Just One Of Those Things
L.O.V.E (Nat king Cole version)
Let There Be Love
Let’s Face The Music And Dance
My Romance
Old Devil Moon
On The Street Where You Live
Recipe For Love
The More I See You
The Nearness Of You

N.B. These songs have been arranged especially for the band. However, due to the calibre of the musicians, we are able to play virtually any jazz standard you request.

FAQ's

When will the band arrive to set up?

When you book a band you will be asked for both a start time and an end time. The start time must be at least 30 minutes prior to the performance commencing to allow the band to set up. If the band you book requires more than 30 minutes, you will not be charged extra, the band will just arrive slightly before the start time that you have specified. The band will finish playing at the end time and will need to pack up immediately.

Will the band provide their own their own sound equipment?

All of our London-based bands are self-contained and provide their own sound equipment suitable for most situations. If your event is to be held in a large venue, or you have more than about 300 guests, we recommend that additional sound equipment should be used. In this case, please contact us before booking to confirm exactly what you require and to receive a free quote. If you wish you can provide any extra sound equipment yourself or hire a third party company to provide it.

Do you supply DJs or Discos?

Yes - for events within London, please visit the DJ Packages for Events in London page.

If your event is outside London, you can search for DJ's & Mobile Discos for Events in the directory.

What will the band require?

• A standard power socket (no more than 5m from the performance area)

• Parking for up to 3 cars (depending on the size of the band)

• Changing room

• Refreshments (it is customary to provide musicians with food & drink

How do I choose the right band for my event?

To help you choose, consider the following:

• A smaller ensemble (e.g. duo/trio) may find it hard to be heard in larger venues or at busy events.
• If you are booking a band for dancing, larger ensembles with drums and/or vocals are more suitable.
• Try our advanced search to find exactly what you're looking for!

Related Articles:

Selecting a wedding band - how to choose music for a wedding reception

Selecting a corporate event band - choosing the right music for your corporate event

How do I book and when do I pay?

• Pay by credit card - You can pay either a deposit, or the entire cost to secure your booking. Your card will not be charged until the booking is confirmed by us, and you will receive both confirmation of the booking and notification of successful payment. If you choose to pay a deposit, the remaining cost will be charged to your credit card on the date of the event.
  
• Pay by cheque - To pay by cheque you must pay the entire cost at once. When we confirm your booking we will supply details of where to send your cheque. Please do not send payment until we have confirmed your booking by email. Please make any cheques payable to “LastMinuteMusicians.com”
  
• Bank transfers - Available on request.

Can I cancel my booking after paying my deposit?

Yes, you can cancel your booking at any time and receive a full refund! However, if you cancel less than 91 days before the event, part or all of your deposit will be retained as a cancellation fee. 21 to 91 days before performance: 50% of full fee is retained, 1 to 21 days before performance: 100% of full fee is retained. This reflects not only the time and effort involved organising the booking, but also the decreasing probability of the act finding alternative work at such short notice.

Is VAT added to your prices?

No. LastMinuteMusicians.com is not VAT registered.

How far in advance do I need to book a band?

Our most popular bands get booked up years in advance so it is always a good idea to book as far in advance as possible. We can only take online bookings for bands up to 3 days before your event, however, it is sometimes possible to make a telephone booking right up to the last minute!

If I book a band with drums, will the drums be too loud?

Playing at the appropriate volume it is extremely important to most of our clients. All the drummers in our bands are quite used to playing sympathetically to the surroundings, and can play with 'brushes' which allows them to balance perfectly with the other instruments in the band.

Do I need to tell the venue that I have booked a band?

Yes. Venues are now required by law to have a licence for live music so it always a good to let your venue know if you have hired a band. They will probably give you information about loading procedures, parking etc. which you should pass on for the band as soon as possible.

Do you provide backing bands for solo artists?

We are often asked to supply a band for a showcase or one-off gig. We can supply anything from a pianist to a full professional backing band. Please contact us for more information

Do you ever have to substitute musicians?

Yes, but only on a few exceptional occasions! Whilst every effort is made to ensure that musicians aren't substituted, occasionally it is necessary for us to do so in cases of illness etc. The substitute musician would be an experienced professional recommended by us and suitable for the band you booked.

Do you provide any bands for events outside of London?

In some cases we will supply bands outside of London, especially if you can offer accommodation. Please contact us to enquire about a specific band.

Not found the answer?

Simply contact us if you have any other questions about our London-based bands or call us on 0870 428 3549 (mon-fri, 8.30am-6.30pm).