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The Jason Parker Quartet is the ideal band to make your wedding a day to remember. Sophisticated, soulful and fun, and always professional, the JPQ have lent their immeasurabletalents to hundreds of weddings since 2001.

The JPQ has an extensive repertoire, reflected in lyrical arrangements of the time-honored standards of Porter, Gershwin, Davis, Parker (Charlie, that is), Monk, Ellington and more. Working with some of Seattle's finest jazz talent, they can offer everything from mulitple horns & vocals to a simple piano/trumpet duet, whatever the occasion demands.

With many flexible and competetive packages available, the Jason Parker Quartet can provide music for all aspects of your ceremony and/or reception, and can also provide a full PA, lighting system, or MC services.

"The JPQ was the perfect band for our wedding reception. Aside from the great music and style, the band was reliable, on time, respectful, and professional. Considering how hectic everything else can be before a wedding, it was a great comfort to know that the JPQ was something we didn't have any worries about. We'll bothhappily recommend them to anyone we know who's looking for a jazz band for any occasion. Thanks again!" - Ryan & Amy Hicks

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in your wedding reception music package?

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Travel Expenses

Which of the following are included in your popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Travel Expenses

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

4 - 6

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Big Band
Classical
Jazz
Motown
R&B / Soul
Swing

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Microphones
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Jason Parker Quartet

Bridger
Bridger Sent on 07/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great tunes, great vibes

Jason Parker and his band were our #1 choice for our wedding, and they did not disappoint! Really great music, including several special requests we made, plus a selection of classic jazz and fun covers. Their musicianship is outstanding, but they were also easy to work when we were planning things, and flexible during the wedding when we had to move our ceremony inside where they were setting up! All around awesome guys who really brought the fun (and occasionally funk) to our wedding. A top 5 best moment (in a night full of them) was watching Jason let our toddler nephew experiment with the valves on his trumpet while he played - too cute! Recommend JPQ to anyone who appreciates good music and good people.
Rebecca
Rebecca Sent on 05/20/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Made our wedding special

These guys are consummate professionals. Easy to work with, talented musicians - they made our wedding SO special. We wanted a processional and recessional song played by the band and they killed it. So beautiful, all the guests were in love with the music. I highly recommend them!
Michelle
Michelle Sent on 05/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Above and beyond my expectations

Jason Parker Quartet was one of the best bands I found online during my research and wow did they deliver! All communication was seamless, and when the day of my wedding arrived they were there early and everything was beautiful! They played both our ceremony and reception. My husband and I requested a couple special songs which they played beautifully! If your looking for something unique to make your event tasteful, don’t look any further, this is your band!
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User1699591 Sent on 06/29/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Such a great band! Super professional!
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Rhiana Sent on 09/23/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Jason Parker's talent as a Trumpeteer and band leader is just part of what he and the JPQ bring to your wedding day! This group of musicians are not some run-of-the-mill lounge band, but truly talented artists who seem to play with their hearts, too. Our guests have continued to rave and rave about them to us. I wish my wedding had been longer just so there had been more time to listen to their music!
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Mariel Sent on 07/30/2017
4.8 out of 5 rating
The Jason Parker Quartet was fantastic. You can tell they know what they are doing, total professionals and talented musicians. We gave them free range on what they played, and asked them to learn songs for our first dance and our parent dance. They played them beautifully (thinking about it is making me tear up a little!). Everyone enjoyed the music and I loved the classy vibe that they lent to the dinner and reception. It was perfect for us and our venue (MV Skansonia). My husband handled the communications with them, and said they were responsive, though late for a meeting. It didn't end up being an issue, they were on time on the day and took care of everything we needed them to. I didn't have to worry about the music aspect at all - what more could you ask for! :) On the business end, the terms were very clear and payment was really easy. Overall, I would definitely recommend them if you want live music for your wedding.
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Kevin Sent on 12/26/2009
4.7 out of 5 rating
The Quality of the sound was pretty good, but you can hear alittle static sound from the microphone. Great on time and come really well.

Good job.
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Rhiannon Sent on 09/04/2008
4.6 out of 5 rating
Jason Parker was great. All of our guests loved them. Very easy to work with and willing to play anything we asked for.
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Lily Sent on 02/21/2008
3.7 out of 5 rating
Overall Jason's band was great. They were able to play Brazilian jazz tunes for our reception (my husband is from Brazil) which made for a great ambiance. He did miss our first meeting but appologized profusely and was very on top of things after that. Great guy, great music.
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We had the pleasure of working with Jason & his quartet at a wedding last August. If you have ever wondered whether a DJ or live music is the way to go, I would say "live music...as long as you hire Jason Parker." Not only is he a gifted musician, but he is classy professional that you will be pleased to have partcipate in your wedding.

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