The Uprights Jazz Band

The Uprights Jazz Band

Sydney Jazz Band for Corporate Events, Weddings & Private Parties

The Uprights bring expressive live jazz and polished musicianship to corporate receptions, gala dinners, weddings and private celebrations across Sydney. From relaxed music over cocktails to lively, up-tempo sets, they shape their performance around the atmosphere you want to create.

Their performance history includes events at the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Town Hall and the ICC, with clients including Hermès, Harvey Norman and CHP. Whether you’re entertaining clients or celebrating with friends, The Uprights bring experience, versatility and a timeless sound to the occasion.

Accomplished Musicians, Flexible Live Music

The Uprights’ musicians bring years of professional performance experience, with training at institutions including the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and the Australian Institute of Music.

Drawing on jazz and pop, they offer a blend of familiar melodies, rich harmonies and rhythmic energy. Their music can provide an understated backdrop for conversation or take a more prominent role as your celebration gathers pace.

Choose Your Jazz Trio, Quartet or Quintet

The Uprights’ core jazz trio offers a full, refined sound for intimate gatherings, cocktail receptions and dinner events.

For a different musical texture, add a saxophonist or jazz vocalist to create a quartet, or include both for a quintet. Event Entertainers can help you choose a line-up that suits your venue, guest numbers and event style.

Live Jazz for Your Occasion

Corporate Events & Client Entertaining

Create a welcoming atmosphere for networking, arrival drinks and corporate dining. The Uprights complement conversation with relaxed live jazz, bringing character to the room while keeping the focus on your guests.

For gala dinners and awards evenings, performances can be planned around speeches, presentations and meal service.

Weddings

From romantic ceremony music to canapés and reception celebrations, The Uprights bring warmth and personality to your wedding. Choose a line-up and musical approach that suit the setting and the moments you want to celebrate.

Private Parties

Add live jazz to a milestone birthday, anniversary or intimate dinner. With options ranging from a compact trio to a quintet, The Uprights can complement a relaxed gathering or bring a brighter energy to your celebration.

Book The Uprights Jazz Band in Sydney

Tell us your event date, venue and the atmosphere you have in mind. Event Entertainers will check availability and help you choose the right line-up for your occasion.

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Testimonials

Thank you very much for the entertainment. The Uprights created a wonderful ambience for the evening . They played wonderfully.

 

Thanks again.

Niranjan Ganeshan

50th Birthday Party at Ormeggio at the Spit

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FAQ

The Uprights perform jazz standards alongside jazz interpretations of contemporary pop favourites. Their repertoire ranges from relaxed, melodic music for drinks and dining to lively swing and more energetic sets.

Whether you’re planning a corporate reception, wedding or private celebration, their versatile sound can complement the atmosphere and pace of your event.

Their repertoire includes familiar jazz favourites such as:

  • At Last

  • My Baby Just Cares for Me

  • It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing)

  • Fly Me to the Moon

  • Take Five

These examples give a feel for their sound, with arrangements depending on your chosen line-up. Share any special requests with Event Entertainers during planning so we can confirm what’s possible.

he Uprights most often perform as a jazz trio, a popular choice for corporate receptions, cocktail events and private celebrations.

Add a saxophonist or jazz vocalist to create a quartet, or include both for a quintet. Each option brings a different character to the performance, from instrumental jazz to a line-up featuring vocals.

Event Entertainers can help you choose the right combination for your venue, guest numbers and preferred musical style.

Yes. Their relaxed jazz sets are well suited to networking, client entertaining and corporate dinners, adding atmosphere while leaving room for conversation.

For events that call for a brighter mood, they can also perform more upbeat jazz. Let us know whether you’d like the music to sit gently in the background or become a more prominent part of the occasion.

Yes. We can help tailor the line-up and performance coverage to your event schedule, venue and budget.

Share your plans, including arrival drinks, dining, speeches and any other key moments, so we can recommend suitable coverage and prepare a tailored quote.

Yes. Alongside corporate events, The Uprights perform at weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and other private celebrations. Their flexible line-ups suit everything from intimate gatherings to larger receptions, with music ranging from romantic jazz to lively swing.