We provide live jazz for public and private events in duo, trio, quartet, and quintet configurations. We play many styles of jazz from swing, and New Orleans, to Latin and funk!
7 reviews
Alan S.
October 15, 2026What a brilliant, kind, and talented group of musicians. I will use them over and over and sing teir praises. THANK YOU, Garrett!
Hired as: Jazz Band
Cassiel S.
May 11, 2026Garrett Hitmar & Root Down did not disappoint! They are a young group that sounds like they lived in multiple generations, due to their style, connection and all around vibe to them. They were great in their communication with us and were very punctual. I would definitely recommend them for any event. We loved them!
Hired as: Jazz Band
Reagan P.
April 27, 2026We can't recommend Garret and his band highly enough! They were easy to work with, and definitely a highlight of our event.
Hired as: Jazz Band
Jessica C.
October 31, 2025We used Garret Hitmar & Root Down Collective for a 450 person annual event that comes with Big Expectations in downtown Raleigh. They crushed it! I overheard so many people comment on the "great choice for entertainment" , "did you hear that saxophonist?" , "I would listen to any one of these guys as a solo performer"
They hit all points we requested, were very easy to work with, excellent communication, and extremely pleasant individuals!! Highly Recommend!!!!
Hired as: Jazz Band
Tyler H.
April 4, 2025Garret and his band always know exactly how to create the energy for the perfect live performance. We’ve had him play over 20 times at our venue and our crowd always has a fantastic time. Cannot recommend him for live jazz enough!
Hired as: Jazz Band
Wednesday
Corporate Event
4:30pm - 8:00pm
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Raleigh, NC
Friday
Graduation
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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Chapel Hill, NC
Friday
Rehearsal Dinner
6:00pm - 8:30pm
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Raleigh, NC
Wednesday
Corporate Event
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Raleigh, NC
Thursday
Corporate Event
5:00pm - 9:00pm
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Raleigh, NC
Jazz Band
