J.C.Hopkins Biggish Band
Overview
Grammy nominated JC Hopkins and his Biggish Band offers jazz music services for every occasion. The group ranges from trio to full big band. With vocalists or strictly instrumental. “The swingingest and most dynamic jazz ensemble on the scene today” - Wall Street Journal.
Reviews
4 reviews
Ty S.
February 15, 2026Amazing Night
Thank you, JC. Your band really made the night.
Hired as: Jazz Band
Samuel K.
December 16, 2025Incredibly talented, magical music and vocals
Thank you so much for the beautiful music last night. The trio created such a special atmosphere — it genuinely felt magical. You gave my friend and me a birthday memory we’ll always cherish. We’re grateful for the care, talent, and soul you brought into the room.
Hired as: Jazz Band
Marija C.
December 13, 2025They were amazing!
We had a great response from our residents at the holiday party! The band was amazing!
Hired as: Jazz Band
Sarah L.
September 24, 2025Best live music I’ve heard at a wedding, hands down.
“From the first dance to the last number, the Biggish Band brought our wedding reception to life. They made the night feel elegant, cinematic, and completely ours. Every guest commented on how amazing the band was, and more than a few said it was the best wedding music they’d ever heard
Hired as: Jazz Band, Wedding Band
Booking information
Price range: $750 and up
Gig length: 30 - 300 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Total
What to expect
Expectations are high and should be for the highly acclaimed JC Hopkins Biggish Band. The band ranges in size from trio to full 19 piece big band depending on the occasion. As The NY Times says the Biggish Band is a friend to vocalists featuring usually male and female vocalists, perfect for duets and love songs to add an extra romantic allure to occasions such as weddings.
About
JC Hopkins is a Grammy nominated songwriter, producer and leader of the world renowned JC Hopkins Biggish Band. The Biggish Band has featured some of the most important vocalists in the history of modern music including Elvis Costello, Norah Jones, Jon Hendricks, Andy Bey, Jazzmeia Horn, Madeleine Peyroux and many more, and his compositions have been covered by many artists including Willie Nelson and Norah Jones who recorded his song “Dreams Come True” which was nominated for a Grammy.
Additional booking notes
The band is self contained and will bring every element needed for any occasion.
The groups is able to provide lighting and sound as needed at an extra cost.
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
October 2026
17
Saturday
Wedding Reception
5:30pm - 9:30pm
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New York City, NY
Past booked events
May 2026
02
Saturday
Wedding Reception
2:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Watchung, NJ
February 2026
14
Saturday
Dinner Party
7:00pm - 10:00pm
•
New York City, NY
December 2025
31
Wednesday
New Year's Party
9:00pm - 12:30am (Thu)
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Long Island City, NY
13
Saturday
Birthday Party
10:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)
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New York City, NY
10
Wednesday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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New York City, NY
Influences and inspiration
Count Basie, Frank Sinatra, Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Benny Goodman, Billie Holiday, Charlie Parker, Thelonious Monk and all the greats of jazz.