- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- $500 – $2,000 per event
Sharon L. said
“Will definitely hire again. They were great for the venue and vibe we were looking for. ”
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167 Jazz Bands serving Lake Forest, IL
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Starts at $425
Victoria A. said
“I am so grateful to Prestige Performances for their performance (string duo) at my wedding held on July 24, 2026. They helped create an atmosphere of elegance, were respectful of speeches and... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
Forest P. F. said
“We hired them to perform at our first outdoor concert fundraiser. They truly exceeded our expectations. They arrived promptly, and from the moment they started playing, the music was fantastic. Their... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- $450 – $3,000 per event
Sandra K. said
“Yes, John and his fellow TRiO members were all of the above and more. (stupendous, superb, satisfying and savvy.)They delivered an outstanding array of classical tunes per my request, and they jelled... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Starts at $300
Victoria F. said
“Hired the 3 piece trio for a corporate banquet dinner as ambiance for our evening. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Markus Rutz. The group played a great set of music and were very... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- $1,000 – $2,500 per event
Cherri F. said
“The booking process & communication was a breeze. The band members all arrived on time for my dinner party & added the pizzazz needed for the 20s supper room aesthetics. I truly enjoyed the playlist &... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- $1,000 – $8,000 per event
Ruby S. said
“Mr. Lucky and his Orchestra are delightful to work with! Mr. Lucky was great at communicating and catered to our music requests. The band was lively and got our crowd into the event. I have worked... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Starts at $300
Nadia H. said
“The Jazz Duo was amazing, our guests loved the entertainment. They were a classy addition to our event ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Starts at $300
Kathy D. said
“Our client was extremely happy with Chicago Diamond Trio Band. The band members were friendly, professional and on time. I would highly recommend hiring the Chicago Diamond Trio Jazz Band. I will... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- $400 – $2,500 per event
Michelle L. said
“I hired BMR4 (a trio) for an engagement party at a hotel in Chicago. They were such nice guys, easy to work with and so talented! All the guests were impressed, even ones who were jazz musicians... ”
- Naperville, IL
- Jazz Band
- 39 miles from Lake Forest
- Starts at $300
Lauren M. V. said
“Qrunch performed last weekend for a 1960's Palm Beach themed cocktail party I hosted in my backyard in Wilmette. Communication ahead of the event was smooth. They arrived early to set up, were... ”
- Glen Ellyn, IL
- Jazz Band
- 29 miles from Lake Forest
- Starts at $500
Malgorzata J. said
“🥰 loved it ! Thank you so much for great music! You are very professional! ”
Suburban Jazz Ensemble
1 Verified booking- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
We are primarily a jazz group that plays jazz standards. However, we also play some blues and Latin, and rock tunes in a jazz style. We can get a variety of...
- Skokie, IL
- Jazz Band
- 16 miles from Lake Forest
- $500 – $3,500 per event
John M. said
“Dave and his jazz ensemble did an amazing job! They arrived early, were friendly, and played beautifully. They added that extra special entertainment touch. Our guests were impressed, and are still... ”
- Barrington, IL
- Jazz Band
- 17 miles from Lake Forest
- $500 – $1,500 per event
A'lisa P. said
“The band was great. Everything went smoothly and all of our guests raved how wonderful they were. Thanks again FrontSix. We would definitely book you again for future events. A'Lisa Paquet' COO... ”
- Forest Park, IL
- Jazz Band
- 26 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
Patricia J. S. said
“My family & I are still buzzing about the FAB Lucas Gillan Trio sound that added just the right vibe to our event. "CLASSY"!! From my initial inquiry to the booking ... then the event day, our... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- $300 – $2,500 per event
Art C. O. B. said
“The Cantafios immediately pull you in to a jazz-club feeling! The couple's professional yet friendly performance is one you don't want to miss. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
Shelby S. said
“Mario and the rest of his band provided an amazing experience! We had a corporate event on a boat, and the Abney Effect really added to the ambiance of the evening; we had several clients and... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
Leeann T. said
“I was so nervous about booking a band online but these gentlemen were absolutely amazing and made my concerns disappear. They communicated well, were early for the event, inceredibly sincere, and... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
Fran R. said
“We hired Bowmanville for a 100 year old bungalow party we hosted and our guests LOVED them! 10/10 reccomend! ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
Mari said
“Mitchell was great to work with. He was communicative, timely and talented. Highly suggest adding him to your events to add fun and eloquence. ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Starts at $300
Ruth said
“I hired Chris and his group for our corporate music series and was BLOWN WAY by their service! They were professional--on-time, cordial, open-to-suggestions, and reasonably priced. Of course the music... ”
Danny G Felix Trio
1 Verified booking- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
"The G stands for Groove." The Danny G Felix trio use their jazz base as a jumping off point for going in a lot of different directions with a rich sense of...
The John Behling and Kehsin Xu Duo
1 Verified booking- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Starts at $600
Our group, featuring guitarist John Behling and vocalist Kehsin Xu, plays jazz, bossa novas, pop tunes, and blues. Rooted in the classic duo styles of Joe...
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Starts at $1,000
Linda M. said
“Great live music and overall entertainment! ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- $300 – $3,200 per event
Dan S. said
“I recently hosted a large 1920's party with friends and family and Linda and her band were the talk of the event. She was lively, energetic, a great singer, and a great MC. She had a very calm... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Jazz Band
- 28 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
Taylor B. said
“Great musicians and very friendly and accommodating! ”
- Wheaton, IL
- Jazz Band
- 30 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
Robert C. said
“This band brings out the life in music and makes you feel the sound instead of just hearing the notes. Cant wait to hear them again. ”
- Batavia, IL
- Jazz Band
- 37 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
Kaie A. said
“Shady play did an amazing job at our party! They were very professional and friendly. Everyone had a great time and enjoyed their music! ”
- Deerfield, IL
- Jazz Band
- 6 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
Yakov Kazyansky is a performer with 40+ years of experience working on very large stages (back in Russia). As a jazz pianist, Yakov has performed at many...
- Gurnee, IL
- Jazz Band
- 8 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
Smooth Jazz and cover songs
- Skokie, IL
- Jazz Band
- 16 miles from Lake Forest
- Contact for pricing
Jazz music suitable for a variety of events (private parties, cocktail hours, restaurants, etc). Able to play many different styles of jazz (standards, swing,...
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21,829 quotes sent
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13th most popular
Jazz Bands rank #13 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.
5 out of 5 stars
There are 7,169 Jazz Band reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.
2.3 days on average to book
From request to booking, it takes 2.3 days (on average) to hire a Jazz Band.
Illinois ranks #6
Illinois is the 6th most popular state for Jazz Bands requests in the United States.
About booking Jazz Bands in Lake Forest, IL
Jazz up your next event with some beautiful live music! Jazz bands are perfect for weddings, corporate events, cocktail parties, and more. They can be the featured entertainment or perform background music to create a relaxing atmosphere. Fill your venue with all the traditional jazz standards from Nat King Cole to Frank Sinatra to Duke Ellington. No matter what style of jazz you want, find the best performers on GigSalad!
The cost of booking a jazz band in Lake Forest, Illinois will vary depending on the length of the event, the size of the jazz ensemble, and their overall skill level. Professional jazz musicians with years of experience will often charge more than those just starting out. If you’re working with a tighter budget, consider a solo jazz musician like a saxophone player over a full jazz trio or quartet. Contact local jazz groups to get a quote customized for your event needs.
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Jazz Bands serving the Lake Forest, IL area
These Jazz Bands serve the wider Lake Forest and Lake county area and travel to Lake Bluff, Great Lakes, Fort Sheridan, Highwood, North Chicago, Mettawa, Bannockburn, Highland Park, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Deerfield, Vernon Hills, Park City, Riverwoods, Waukegan, Indian Creek, Gurnee, Mundelein, Buffalo Grove, North Brook, Northbrook, Wheeling, Glencoe, Long Grove, Techny, Gages Lake, Hawthorn Woods, Beach Park, Northfield, and Forest Lake.