We can offer two Swing and Jazz Bands but both can be tailored to your specific requirements of genre and size:
High Octave Jazz are a small Jazz Combo playing the Swing and 'Blue Note Era' sounds so popular at weddings and parties. We can play background music to add atmosphere to a Special Occasion or can liven up the tempo for dancing with or without vocals.
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22 customer reviews
Pete Robson
High Octane Jazz delivered a perfect soundtrack at the Berwick St John Country Fayre. Their relaxed swing and bebop rhythms perfectly complemented the sunny, laid-back vibe, creating a wonderful atmosphere for everyone to unwind and socialise.
Sam Jones
Event Entertainment
High Octave were absolutely awesome. From ease of booking to organisation.
We booked them to play our cider festival, they really captured the mood.
Thoroughly enjoyed their performance. Will be booking again.
Cheers Guys.
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John Carvell
We thoroughly enjoyed their music and the way they met our musical needs for a dinner dance. It got people on their feet even me.
John Elliott
The band played at the Downton Music Festival and were amazing. They are all top rate musicians but performed with much joy, including one member leading a dance in the nave of the church while the rest of the band played. They are a really good top of the bill act. More...
Rebecca
The concert on Saturday was the best we've had from Salisbury Big Band - the standard of the music was excellent and your new singer worked really well with the band. Thank you so much for making it such a great event and we'll be in touch to book you again later in the year. More...
P. I. Cullis
High Octave were a great success playing at our recent party. They created a really happy vibe and very pleasant background to the event. They are a talented group who are clearly used to playing together, blending and harmonising seamlessly. Their singer was exceptional. Would highly recommend this band for all occasions. More...
Jonty newbery
Great band lovely to have them in the Duke of York great energy
Jo Mas
Brilliant fun AND a fantastic group of musicians. Seemed like the band and the audience were all having a great night! Just like 1920s Chicago (without the prohibition). Highly recommended
Nichola
Thank you so much for putting on such a fabulous evening last night! The decor, food and entertainment were amazing, and obviously the music and Damian's singing were the usual high standard.
It was absolutely brilliant and our group all had a great time.
It was topped off by my partner winning best dressed man, with his spats getting a mention in the announcement. Our group collapsed into raucous laughter at that because we all knew that l had made his spats the previous evening from an inside out Skinner's dog food sack!! Surely the only person there wearing a dog food sack 🤣.
Please, please consider putting the event on again in the future.
We look forward to seeing the band again soon. Thank you so much for being such good fun!
Best wishes
Nicola RT
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Bob Murdoch
I saw the band perform at Middle Wallop a few days ago and thoroughly enjoyed them from start to finish. Very talented musicians that showed they really enjoy what they do. One lady trumpeter stood out for her enthusiastic playing and dancing skills and was clearly having a great time! To summarise. Percussion, keyboard and guitars were on point. Brass were being brass, LOUD! 😂 Woodwind, especially solo performances, were brilliant. All in all they did a great job. Highly recommended. More...
Tony S
High Octave Jazz offered a nice range of jazz music to suit the occasion at New Milton “The Hub”I would recommend this band for any occasion. Looking forward to seeing them play again. More...
Darren Hall
Event Entertainment
We had Salisbury Big Band come to do a one off VE80 celebration in Bishop's Waltham in May 2025. Not only were the band of a very high quality, they did fantastic to fit within the small stage space we had. Set up was superb and helpful and comms leading up to and after the event were great, thank you so much . Bishop's Waltham Festival Ltd More...
Rob
Jazz Band Entertainment
A great evening of musical entertainment and really enjoyed by the audience. Very accommodating with arrangements and our outdoor venue. This is the second time they have performed for the event and would highly recommend. More...
David Gamble
Jazz Band Entertainment
Played very well and many of our guests agreed .I have no hesitation in recommending the band
Reply from High Octave and Salisbury Big Band Swing Music
Thank you David. It was lovely to meet and play for you at your party. We hope to see you both soon - maybe at a Salisbury Big Band gig! Roger
Rob Kevan
Jazz Band Entertainment
A prompt response to the enquiry and very pleased they can support our event again, at a very reasonable cost.
Reply from High Octave and Salisbury Big Band Swing Music
Thank you Rob. We look forward to seeing you next year if not before Roger
Olivia Brown
Band Entertainment
Very professional and organised. Great music to have for our Christmas Party.
Tina West
Band Entertainment
We are delighted that Salisbury Big Band are to play on our special day.
PJ McConnell
Jazz Band Entertainment
They delivered a great swing music evening and were really entertaining! Ellen Marie sang a wide range of numbers that the band delivered a professional big band sound. Book them! We have again!
Carolyn Walsh
We used Salisbury Big Band for our Mayoral Dinner Dance in May 2019 . They were great to work with and very helpful in planning the music around the various speeches during the evening . The music selection was very appropriate and conversation was not drowned out. Many people really enjoyed the dance time at the end of the evening and the evening was a resounding success. I would love to use them again if the opportunity arises. Many thanks. Carrie Walsh Mayoress of Salisbury May 2019 to May 2021 More...
Tony
It was great to host the "first and only" performance of 2020. The band were great, very easy on the ear and the lead singer was very engaging
Jeanette Glynn
The band were simply amazing
Very Professional, so very friendly Our party definitely went with a swing 😀 Would love to use them again
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Rev Andy Bousfield
Fantastic people who make great music! I had a select group of them for a big birthday bash and they were the hit of the evening. Book them!
What do you love most about your job?
We love playing for parties and weddings - especially when the Dance Floor is packed!
What inspired you to start your own business?
Our mission is to keep the great sounds of Swing and Jazz 'live'.
Why should our clients choose you?
We have a long experience of entertaining guests and great reviews.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
No remote service but do check out our music and videos via our websites
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
We all self test and guarantee refund of fees if an engagement is cancelled due to Covid.
Fantastic Jazz and Big Band music!
Guide prices are difficult as it depends on timings and location. Our fees do include Insurance and Performing Rights if applicable
Salisbury Big Band £500- 1000
High Octave Jazz £350 -550
Do phone for an accurate quote.
