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175 Jazz Bands serving Lake Forest, IL

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Prestige Performances

4.91 (128)
Top Performer
284 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • $450 – $10,000 per event

Shannon T. said “We had a wedding at a very out of the way location, so I was concerned about vendors showing up. Not only did our cellist find us but she also texted us to let us know she was arriving 15 minutes...”
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Markus Rutz Music

5.0 (12)
Top Performer
23 Verified bookings

  • 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...”
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Mario Dueñas

5.0 (24)
Top Performer
33 Verified bookings

  • 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...”
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The John Behling Group

5.0 (6)
Top Performer
12 Verified bookings

  • 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...”
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Mr. Lucky and his Orchestra of Tomorrow!

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
1 Verified booking

  • 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...”
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Bmr4

5.0 (20)
Top Performer
54 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • $400 – $2,500 per event

Reanne L. said “It was such a pleasure to work with Chris and his team! They delivered an incredible performance for our guests and at the mood perfectly for our cozy and romantic winter wedding! Highly recommend! ”
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Louis Pettinelli Entertainment

4.92 (70)
249 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Starts at $300

Alayna B. said “We hired Louis Pettinelli Entertainment for a trio including a violin, piano, and cello for our wedding reception and they did such an amazing job! They really made the evening so special. They played...”
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Harrison Jazz Ensemble

4.71 (30)
61 Verified bookings

  • 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 &...”
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The Jazz Arts Duo

4.95 (18)
29 Verified bookings

  • 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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Chicago Diamond Trio

5.0 (9)
14 Verified bookings

  • 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...”
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Qrunch

5.0 (4)
2 Verified bookings

  • 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...”

Showmance

4.99 (52)
Top Performer
61 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Starts at $1,000

Linda M. said “Great live music and overall entertainment!”

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...

The Nite Hawks

5.0 (17)
35 Verified bookings

  • 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! ”

The Flippojazz Ensemble

5.0 (8)
Top Performer
2 Verified bookings

  • 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...”

Gray Matter of JAZZ

5.0 (20)
1 Verified booking

  • 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...”

Lucas Gillan Trio

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • 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...”

Larry Brown Jr.

5.0 (2)
4 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Contact for pricing

Taylor B. said “Great musicians and very friendly and accommodating!”

The Cantafios

5.0 (4)
4 Verified bookings

  • 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.”

Mitchell Jones Quartet

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • 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. ”

The Abney Effect™

5.0 (8)
7 Verified bookings

  • 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...”

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...

Bowmanville

5.0 (2)
4 Verified bookings

  • 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
  • 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...

Christopher Lucas Wilson Trio

5.0 (4)
1 Verified booking

  • 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...”

The Aaron Brenton Quartet

1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Contact for pricing

Chicago bass player that plays everything from jazz fusion to reggae and beyond! Adept player on both electric and upright bass, singing background vocals too!

Trio Bien

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • 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...”

Linda Solotaire

4.93 (11)
3 Verified bookings

  • 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...”

Zazz

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • 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.”

Shady Play

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • 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!”

Duff Davis and Friends

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • Naperville, IL
  • Jazz Band
  • 39 miles from Lake Forest
  • $150 – $5,000 per event

Julie said “Duff provided 3.5 hours of phenomenal music at our party last night. Super easy to communicate with and just a great guy. We will be hiring him again.”

  • 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...

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Quick facts for Jazz Bands in Lake Forest, IL

22,083 quotes sent

In the past year, Jazz Bands have sent 22,083 quotes to event planners.

14th most popular

Jazz Bands rank #14 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

5 out of 5 stars

There are 7,287 Jazz Band reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.

2.7 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 2.7 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.

While browsing Lake Forest jazz bands for hire, look through their profiles to see photos, watch videos, and listen to audio samples to get a feel for their style and setlist. Read reviews from past clients to learn more about their experience with events like yours. When talking with the musicians, be sure to discuss important details like venue setup, performance length & scheduled breaks, song requests, and any other unique aspect of your event.

Once you find a jazz group you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our easy-to-use platform allows you to communicate with live bands, confirm the details with an online agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad booking is protected by our Worry-Free Guarantee so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the music!

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.