Business Details
Live Jazz & Latin Music for Weddings & Corporate Events
Established to bring vibrant live music to diverse occasions, Jazz and Salsa has become a trusted name in event entertainment across the UK. With a repertoire spanning jazz, Latin, and classical genres, our professional musicians deliver tailored performances for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Our bands, including the Abbey Jazz Quartet, Jan y su Salsa, and Cafecito, combine decades of experience with a passion for creating unforgettable atmospheres. Clients praise our ability to adapt to intimate gatherings or grand venues, from Highclere Castle to private gardens, ensuring every event resonates with authenticity. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our meticulous attention to detail, from ceremony music to dance-floor energy, supported by a 100% live performance guarantee.With bases in London and Berkshire, we travel nationwide, offering consultations to align our services with clients' visions. Testimonials highlight our reliability, musical expertise, and the emotional impact of our performances, which have included charity galas, TV ads, and historic venue showcases. Our dedication to client satisfaction extends to flexible ensemble sizes, custom playlists, and collaboration with dancers and choreographers. Recognized for our role in high-profile events like the NABS Bash and the Dorchester Hotel, we continue to set industry standards through innovation and artistic excellence.
Services
Live Jazz Bands
Latin Salsa Bands
Classical Music Trios
Wedding Ceremonies
Corporate Entertainment
Dance Instruction
Event Consultations
Custom Repertoire
Venue Adaptation
Music Production
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in event music across the UK
- Our ensembles adapt to venues from intimate homes to grand castles
- We provide 100% live performances with no pre-recorded tracks
- Our musicians have performed at Highclere Castle and the Dorchester Hotel
- We offer complimentary consultations to tailor music to your event
What people say
Infectious music
Professionalism
Memorable performance
Perfect atmosphere
Outstanding musicianship
Services
Live Jazz Bands
Our jazz bands deliver swing, modern, and traditional jazz for weddings and events. The Abbey Jazz Quartet features saxophone, piano, double bass, and drums, with optional vocalists or trumpet. We adapt to intimate settings or large venues, providing background ambiance or dance-floor energy. Clients praise our ability to create sophisticated atmospheres at locations like the Victoria & Albert Museum and private gardens.
Latin Salsa Bands
Jan y su Salsa and Cafecito offer vibrant Latin music from Cuban classics to modern salsa. These 5-9 piece bands feature percussionists, brass, and dancers for authentic performances. We've electrified crowds at Silverstone corporate events and Battersea Park charity galas, with optional dance instructors to engage guests in cha-cha or rumba.
Classical Music
The Cherry Trio and solo pianist Janet Sherbourne provide classical music for weddings and formal events. Our repertoire spans Bach to Puccini, with special arrangements for processions and receptions. We've performed at Highclere Castle and the Dorchester Hotel, creating elegant soundscapes that guests consistently describe as 'exquisite' and 'emotionally resonant'.
Corporate Entertainment
We design immersive musical experiences for corporate functions, including themed performances like 'Tentacin Cubana' with 16 dancers. Our clients range from Microsoft UK to the Royal Bank of Scotland, with services from background jazz to full-stage productions. We coordinate logistics for complex events, ensuring seamless integration with venue requirements and client branding.
Wedding Music
We offer comprehensive wedding music solutions from pre-ceremony ambiance to reception entertainment. Our services include first dance choreography, processional music selection, and dance-floor ensembles. Testimonials highlight our ability to create 'unforgettable moments' at venues like Monkey Island and Blenheim Palace, with flexible ensemble sizes to match budget and space.
Questions
What types of events do you perform at?
We specialise in weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, anniversaries, and private celebrations across the UK.
Can you provide classical music for wedding ceremonies?
Yes, our Cherry Trio offers classical music for ceremonies, including bespoke arrangements for special moments.
Do you travel outside London and Berkshire?
We perform nationwide and have entertained guests at venues from Cornwall to Edinburgh.
Can you learn specific songs for our event?
We happily accommodate special requests and have expanded our repertoire to include Bollywood and klezmer music.
Do you provide dance instructors?
Yes, we offer salsa and swing dance teachers for exhibitions or guest lessons at events.
