
Straight Ahead Jazz and more for all occasions
The Third Coast Jazz Band was formed in April of 2003 and has been providing entertainment for weddings and private events across Southern California ever since. The original members of the group all hailed from Michigan, known by natives as the ”Third Coast”. We regularly perform for high end corporate and private events as well for multiple celebrity events including the Academy Awards/Oscar's Pre-show Party (3 years) and the weddings of Leann Rimes and Chad Lowe. However, we love events of all shapes, sizes, and budgets!
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Though our name indicates our passion for all styles of Jazz, we are able to offer so much more! We can easily change directions to cover dance and popular material so that our clients only require one group for all phases of their events (e.g. from ceremony music through the reception for wedding events).We regularly provide groups of different sizes for events of all types throughout Southern California. Whether we provide background music or a focal point performance for your event, we will work hard to set the perfect mood and will make sure you are completely satisfied!
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We use some of the most talented professionals in the San Diego area to bring you the highest level of service possible. We play for a wide variety of events and regularly tailor our group to fit the needs of the event/venue for which we are playing.
We can provide almost any group combination from 1-9 performers. Just ask us about the group you are looking for!
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We also provide:
-Rat Pack/Sinatra Theme band
-Great Gatsby Theme band
-Strolling Groups/Performers
-Dixieland Groups
-New Orleans "Second Line" strolling groups
-Motown/high energy dance events
-Downbeat/Acid/groove jazz events
-Gypsy Jazz events
-Smooth Jazz Theme events
-Themed wedding ceremonies (such as Beatle Theme ceremony selections)
-Classical/jazz/ambient solo guitar, including 7-string jazz guitar, baritone ukulele, and more
Some other points to ponder when considering our group:
-We are prompt, courteous, organized, and dependable. We arrive on time, professionally dressed, and ready to provide the best musical entertainment available. We use reliable, professional equipment and instruments and have played hundreds of weddings and corporate events.
-We can adjust to almost any desired format. We have a variety of popular options such as our instrumental trio (guitar/sax/keyboards) and can add or subtract players as desired. From solo guitar (perfect for weddings ceremonies) all the way to 9 piece group, we have the ability to adjust to the needs of any venue. We can provide both male and female vocals and work with some of the most talented performers in San Diego.
-Our diverse set lists are sure to keep every guest happy. Our repertoire covers all styles of jazz (big band era, straight-ahead classics, hard bop, blues, bossa nova, smooth, latin, etc.) as well as Motown, R and B, Disco, Soul/Funk, and high-energy dance. With thousands of songs to choose from, we can take almost any request and are happy to accommodate. Do you love jazz but worry your guest may fall asleep in their drinks? We love to spice up the old favorites with a very contemporary feeling so that both young and old have a great time!
-Our rates are affordable and competitively priced. We specialize with working with your budget for a solution that meets your needs. From weddings and parties to clubs and corporate events, we will work to find the most realistic format for every occasion. Please contact us today at (619) 417-5361or thirdcoastjazz@yahoo.com for group options, availability, and pricing!
For more information, please contact Jon Walters:
(619) 417-5361
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