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221 Easy Listening Bands for hire nationwide

Bonhomie Duo

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Ventura, CA
  • Easy Listening Band
  • 80 miles from Santa Maria
  • $250-$1000

Joshua N. said “Wonderful experience. Amazing accordion player with great tunes, wide range of sounds and styles, brilliant crowd interaction, and worked really well with a cold, windy outdoor setup. Very friendly... ”

  • Reseda, CA
  • Acoustic Band / Easy Listening Band
  • 120 miles from Santa Maria
  • $150-600

Santiago R. said “My wife and I came across Carlos y Isabella at a cafe down the street from my apartment. We were celebrating my wife’s birthday and had stopped by for a drink. We weren’t expecting live music so... ”

Endless Affair Music Duo

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
6 Verified bookings

  • Valley Village, CA
  • Oldies Music / Easy Listening Band
  • 129 miles from Santa Maria
  • $250 and up

Kat O. said “I booked Endless Affair Music Duo for a performance at a senior living facility in Torrance, CA. They did a great job! Timely, professional, friendly, personable. The residents LOVED the music and the... ”

  • Studio City, CA
  • Singer/Songwriter / Easy Listening Band
  • 129 miles from Santa Maria
  • Contact for rates

A dynamic duo from backgrounds of musical polarity. One extending from a lifetime career in rock and music production, and the other based in classical and jazz...
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  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • Jazz Band / Easy Listening Band
  • 131 miles from Santa Maria
  • Contact for rates

Karen F. said “I hired this band for my son's bar mitzvah as well as for a school fundraiser. They were professional, courteous and most importantly sounded fantastic! All of my guests loved the music. I would... ”
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The Secret Jazz Band

5.0 (18)
Top Performer
31 Verified bookings

  • West Hollywood, CA
  • Jazz Band / Easy Listening Band
  • 132 miles from Santa Maria
  • $500 and up.

Ryan A. said “I organized an event that was held at the Palm Springs Air Museum and I was looking for live entertainment. I reached out to The Secret Jazz Band for information. From the very beginning, Katie was... ”
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Gaku Murata Solo Guitar/String Duo & Trio

5.0 (17)
Top Performer
52 Verified bookings

  • Culver City, CA
  • Guitarist / Easy Listening Band
  • 133 miles from Santa Maria
  • $100 and up

Ronald H. said “Gaku Murata Solo Guitar/String Duo & Trio performed at our open house event, and it was nothing short of spectacular! Gaku’s incredible talent on the guitar, coupled with the harmonious string duo and... ”
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Joyful Bands

1 Verified booking

  • Glendale, CA
  • Jazz Band / Easy Listening Band
  • 136 miles from Santa Maria
  • $125 and up

The Joyful bands and soloists perform music tailored to fit the specific musical requirements of each gig. Our groups feature highly skilled professional...
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  • Inglewood, CA
  • Dixieland Band / Easy Listening Band
  • 137 miles from Santa Maria
  • $650 - $4000

*High energy live Dixieland Jazz, Ragtime, NOLA, Oldies *Great for parties and events *Can provide a variety of band set ups/ group sizes *Can learn any song...
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Sam Johnson

5.0 (36)
37 Verified bookings

  • Carmel, CA
  • Cover Band / Easy Listening Band
  • 139 miles from Santa Maria
  • $1,500 - $7,500

Sabrina D. said “Sam was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. He’s an exceptionally talented musician, and his music truly elevated the event with a refined, polished touch. Our guests couldn’t stop... ”
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Adam Townsend

5.0 (50)
Top Performer
21 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Singing Guitarist / Easy Listening Band
  • 140 miles from Santa Maria
  • Contact for rates

Julie K. said “Adam was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. He is a very talented musician and kept our crowd entertained the entire evening. ”
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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment

4.92 (68)
Top Performer
243 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Jazz Band / Easy Listening Band
  • 140 miles from Santa Maria
  • $300 dollars and up

Hannah M. said “Louis Pettinelli Entertainment were outstanding for our wedding reception dinner. They were so professional to work with during the contract phase and understanding what we wanted. We had a Trio... ”
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Sarah Lightman

4.96 (75)
Top Performer
45 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Singing Guitarist / Easy Listening Band
  • 140 miles from Santa Maria
  • $999-4,999

Nicole K. said “Sarah was hired for an outdoor cocktail party. We had a beautiful, comfortable venue for our guests that required a cool vibe from a musician. Sarah provided that! Her voice and song choices were... ”
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Michael Physick

5.0 (103)
129 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Singing Guitarist / Easy Listening Band
  • 140 miles from Santa Maria
  • $300 - $5000

Diana L. said “Michael was on time, really friendly and listened to all our song requests. He arrived with all the equipment and made it so easy to have the best time. Thank you so much! ”
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Kimera

5.0 (25)
50 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Latin Band / Easy Listening Band
  • 140 miles from Santa Maria
  • "$200 - $2000"

Dominique G. said “Kimera played at my husband’s birthday party. They did a fantastic job and all of our guests loved them. I will definitely hire Kimera for our next party. Very talented and great to work with! ”

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Quick facts for Easy Listening Bands

460 quotes sent

In the past year, Easy Listening Bands have sent 460 quotes to event planners.

203rd most popular

Easy Listening Bands rank #203 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

5 out of 5 stars

There are 1,181 Easy Listening Band reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.

1.6 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1.6 days (on average) to hire a Easy Listening Band.

Popular events

Easy Listening Bands are typically hired for Funeral/Memorial Services.

FAQ about hiring Easy Listening Bands

An easy listening band is a musical group that specializes in relaxed, melodic performance styles designed to complement rather than dominate an event’s atmosphere. Drawing from genres like soft pop, jazz, bossa nova, acoustic covers, and light classical, these bands provide a polished sonic backdrop that keeps energy pleasant and conversation comfortable. They’re a popular choice when the goal is ambiance.

Pricing for easy listening bands depends on factors such as the number of musicians, the band’s experience, your event location, and the length of the performance. Larger ensembles or groups with an extensive repertoire may come in at a higher price point than a duo or trio.

Easy listening bands are a natural fit for events where live music enhances the atmosphere without overwhelming it. Easy listening music is a popular choice for wedding cocktail hours, holiday parties, corporate dinners and galas, fundraising events, and private parties of all kinds. They scale well for everything from intimate indoor settings to larger event spaces.

Many musicians can learn requests, though it depends on the band and the song’s complexity. Custom song preparation may come with an additional fee and requires advance notice. If there are specific songs, such as a couple’s first dance, a meaningful piece for a corporate event, or a particular artist’s catalog, discuss this early in the booking conversation so the band has adequate time to prepare.

About booking Easy Listening Bands

Easy listening bands specialize in live music that enhances an event’s atmosphere without competing with it. From soft jazz trios and acoustic duos to full ensembles performing light pop and adult contemporary hits, easy listening music spans a wide range of styles unified by a shared focus on polished, approachable performances.

The cost to hire an easy listening band depends on the number of musicians, their experience and repertoire, your event location, and the length of the performance. Smaller configurations like duos and trios offer an intimate sound at a more accessible price point, while larger ensembles provide a fuller musical presence. Browse the bands listed above and reach out directly for quotes tailored to your event.

As you explore your options, listen to audio and video samples, look at photos, and read guest reviews, paying attention to professionalism, sound quality, and how well each group adapts to different event settings. Note the genres and styles each band specializes in, and ask for a sample setlist if repertoire is a priority. When you connect, be prepared to share your event date, venue size and layout, expected guest count, and any specific songs or styles you’d like included or avoided.

Once you’ve found the right fit, booking through GigSalad is simple and secure. Our platform lets you communicate directly with performers, confirm every detail, and complete payment all in one place. With our Worry-Free Guarantee protecting every booking, you can focus on the rest of your event planning and trust that the music is in good hands.