JMS Jazz

Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, JMS Jazz is a live jazz and pop band that performs at weddings and special events. Created by bassist John Shaughnessy, this versatile band works to exceed expectations at every event. Whether you’re looking for a mix of jazz for your cocktail hour or a blend of genres to keep the dance floor full at your reception, this group can do it all.

JMS Jazz is client focused, and will work with your needs on volume, presentation, scheduling, music, etc. Our clients incude Coca Cola, Amada America, and Hearst Media, and private/wedding events at country clubs and event spaces such as Duke Mansion, The Ballentyne Country Club and Ballentyne Hotel, The Grove Park Inn, and Foundation For The Carolinas, JMS Jazz has an established track record of client satisfaction throughout the southeast.

Our music selection covers everything from the jazz American Songbook, to reimagined pop classics, to New Orleans Mardi Gras, to jazz funk/fusion and even The Grateful Dead

We also offer solo jazz guitar, solo classical guitar, and solo keys as a standalone choice or add on to any package

Let JMS Jazz take your event to the next level

JMS Jazz is available for performances at rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions. We understand that every event is different and can adapt to suit the style of the wedding. We can perform as a classic two-piece duo up to a full six-piece band complete with horns, guitar, and vocals. We will bring all necessary equipment, including a sound system, microphones, and lighting. These skilled artists are happy to learn new songs to make your wedding soundtrack complete and offer a range of genres, including:

• Jazz
• Pop
• R&B
• Soul
• Swing

Services Offered

Live Jazz Music:

• Reception
• Cocktail Hour
• Dinner Music
• Ceremony
• Dances
• Corporate Events/Background Music
• Band sizes from solo - 12 pc
• Vocalist option also offered

Prerecorded background music

Toast/announcement microphone and small PA system on request