South West Jazz Band

This act provides the perfect background music for meals and drink receptions but can also take on a more prominent role if needed. This saxophone-led group delivers a sophisticated selection of jazz and swing standards made famous by legends like Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and the Dave Brubeck Quartet. They cover many songs from the great songwriters of the '30s to the '50s, such as Jimmy Van Heusen, George and Ira Gershwin, Rodgers and Hart, and Cole Porter. With the Quartet, some carefully chosen songs outside of jazz, played in a jazz style, are also possible.

They have been together since 2001, offering top-quality jazz to a broad range of audiences throughout the South West. They have performed for intimate parties of just 20 people up to groups of over 500 at venues like the English Riviera Centre, Powderham Castle, and the Imperial and Grand Hotels in Torquay.

Jazz Duo
The duo consists of Neil Maya on Saxes and Tom Unwin on piano. Usually suited for smaller gatherings, Neil and Tom can play a wide range of jazz and swing standards, including Latin numbers, to set a great mood for your event. Neil and Tom can also play either classical music (usually with Neil playing clarinet) or jazz.

Jazz Trio
The trio features Neil Maya on Saxes, Tom Unwin on piano, and Kevin Sanders on double bass. This combination is ideal for venues of all sizes. The band can play a wide range of jazz and swing standards, including Latin numbers. They can also perform some funkier numbers if required (Kevin can play electric bass as well).

Also available is a trio lineup featuring Neil Maya on Saxes, Tom Unwin on piano, and the exquisite vocals of Annika Skoogh, one of the West Country's finest singers.

Jazz Quartet
The Quartet comprises Neil Maya on Saxes, Tom Unwin on piano, Kevin Sanders on double bass, and Nick Carter on drums. This combination is ideal for medium and large venues. They can still play at a background level (Nick is very experienced at playing drums with brushes at a subtle volume). The band can perform a wide range of jazz and swing standards, including Latin numbers. They can also play well-chosen funky numbers and even a few soul and Motown classics.