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1920s Garden Party Ideas: Gatsby Music, Dress Code and Live Jazz for Summer Events

Plan a 1920s garden party with Gatsby music, dress-code ideas, live jazz, cocktails and summer styling from The Jazz Spivs.

The Roaring Riviera: 7 Fresh Takes on the Great Gatsby Party Theme for 2026

Discover 7 fresh Great Gatsby party entertainment ideas UK for 2026 — from the Roaring Riviera to the Prohibition Speakeasy and Boardwalk Empire Evening. Each concept is anchored by the Jazz Spivs, a dedicated 1920s jazz band for hire UK, delivering authentic period atmosphere for Gatsby parties, 1920s themed weddings, and corporate events.

Jazz Spivs On The Road To… Northamptonshire!

Now that the sun is shining through the trees, we’re more in-demand than ever – especially for the good old British garden party! Back in May, The Jazz Spivs were called upon to play at Flume, Northamptonshire, for a very vintage sort of birthday… We love these events, because they’re a throwback to classic British socialising, when […]

1920s band for hire: The Jazz Spivs Live

The 1920s – a golden age of glitz, glamour and Gatsby. A period of great social upheaval, it was the decade where people really began to let their hair down and party. Almost a century on, and with themed parties or events increasingly popular, the 1920s is understandably a popular choice for party and event […]

A Razzle-Dazzle Guide To Hiring A 1920s Band

So, you’re looking for a 1920s band? First of all, we doff our caps to you and your great taste. No era can rival the roaring twenties for its musical bravura and infectious passion. Whether you’re planning a wedding, party or corporate event, a live band is an unbeatable way to encourage guests to let […]

3 Reasons To Hire A Jazz Band For Your Wedding

Planning a wedding is a thrilling yet frantic process. There’s so much to sort out and look forward to, you’ll find yourself caught between two states of mind in the build-up to your big day: wishing the time away, yet wishing you had more time. If you’re looking to lift some of the wedding prep […]