Dixieland band hire is perfect for your event! It is ideal for weddings, corporate events and themed parties. Silk Street Jazz are Silk Street’s signature Dixieland act. They recreate the classic New Orleans Dixie sound. Expect a foot-tapping, fun-filled occasion.
Dixieland: A potted history
For many people, Dixieland is synonymous with one thing – or one place – New Orleans. It was in The Big Easy that the sound of Dixieland emerged at the beginning of the 20th century. Since then, Dixieland has taken many twists and turns. It was popularised by the recordings of the Original Dixieland Jazz Band in 1917. The sound is also known by two other names: hot jazz and traditional jazz. Both are very apt. ‘Hot’ because of how great it sounds. And ‘traditional’ because Dixieland is simply the sound of jazz.
Jazz purists will know the Dixieland journey well. It has evolved in many ways, from Chicago Style to Dutch ‘Old Style’ Jazz, and the West Coast Revival of the late 1930s. But you don’t need to be a jazz connoisseur to appreciate its enduring appeal. For example, just check out the International Dixieland Festival – held every year in Dresden.
Dixieland jazz = Happy music
Esteemed US jazz writer and historian Scott Yanow has described Dixieland jazz as “the happiest of all music.” That is the main reason why Dixieland band hire is such a smart move. From weddings to corporate events to product launches, music that puts a smile on faces and gets feet tapping is always a winner. With a Dixie band, that is pretty much guaranteed. Not only that, it all comes with that effortless ‘Big Easy’ New Orleans cool.
The perfect Dixieland Band Hire: Silk Street Jazz
Whatever the occasion, Silk Street Jazz are the Dixie band that will make your event one to remember. Get in touch to find out more and book your date.