- Dallas, TX
- Jazz Band
- From $2,500
Alexandra V. said
“Justin's band was absolutely fantastic! Quick to respond and great music- will definitely be using them again ”
All of Me Duet
Autumn in New York (duo with Mandolin)
The Sheik of Araby (trio with piano and drums)
Estrellita (Jazz Quartet)
In action with my soprano saxophone
With clarinet, in a suit
With quartet at the Plaza Theatre in Garland
Me with clarinets
Band Photo at the Dallas Farmers Market
Jazz Quartet at The Free Man in Dallas
Duo with Guitar
Overview
I play jazz (and Bluegrass, brass band music, and light classical music), at the highest level I possibly can, and perform with frequency throughout DFW, at venues like Scat Jazz Lounge, The Free Man, Zin Zen Wine Bistro, the Dallas Arboretum and more! I can play in any format from duo to large ensemble (6+ players) and aim for flexibility and accessibility in every way I perform!
Reviews
1 review
Adam J.
July 15, 2024Wedding Entertainment
Matt played at our wedding. It was an outdoor rustic type event and he absolutely nailed it. Extremely easy to work with, communication was great, and pricing was more than fair. I still have family and friends who talk about his performance! Highly recommend
Hired as: Wedding Band
Booking information
Price range: $600 and up
What to expect
Exceptionally dressed professional musicians performing the finest American music of the last century at the highest possible quality, adapting our volume, repertoire, and style to whatever YOU wish
About
Hello! My name is Matthew Banks, and I'm a Dallas based Jazz clarinetist. While clarinet (all sizes) is my primary, I also play all saxophones, oboe, and bassoon. Jazz, especially trad/early jazz of the 20s and 30s is my first love, but I also play Polka, Klezmer, Latin Jazz, Fusion, and pop music. I can perform in any format from solo to big band, and cherish every opportunity providence gives me to blow my horn! I look forward to working with and for you, for whatever your musical needs may be
Additional booking notes
A sound system is nice but not required. If a large sound system is required but not provided an additional fee may be requested. I have a heavy preference for spaces that have an acoustic, baby grand, or grand piano on site, but this is not required. I tend to run my own sound but will happily work with any sound tech
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
October 2026
30
Friday
Wedding Reception
4:30pm - 6:30pm
•
Dallas, TX
Past booked events
April 2026
24
Friday
Cultural Event
4:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Dallas, TX
22
Wednesday
Cultural Event
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Dallas, TX
March 2026
28
Saturday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Plano, TX
December 2025
05
Friday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Dallas, TX
Influences and inspiration
Duke Ellington
Sidney Bechet
Benny Goodman
Charles Mingus
David Sanborn
Jon Batiste and Stay Human
Report Matt Banks Quartet
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