“Best of Weddings 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 & Hall of Fame” - The Knot
“Couple’s Choice Award 2020 & 2023” - Wedding Wire
"Top Ten Wedding Bands of San Francisco" - Wedding Rule
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Hella Fitzgerald -- from bebop to hiphop -- is a deluxe party band collective based in Northern California, specializing in vintage jazz and blues, classic soul, funk, R&B, 90's and contemporary songs.
Showcasing some of the finest musicians in the region, Hella Fitzgerald transitions seamlessly throughout different eras with style and grace. Supporting events of any size, theme and budget, they incorporate songs by Amy Winehouse, Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, Lizzo, James Brown, Bruno Mars, and of course, Ella Fitzgerald. Collectively our musicians have played at festivals worldwide and have toured with Lauryn Hill, Lyrics Born, Fantastic Negrito, Michael Franti, Pete Escovedo, Sheila E, Tony Toni Tone, Goapele, and more.
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Though we work with some of the top agencies in the area, Hella Fitzgerald is a self-managed band. This helps us keep our prices low while providing a high quality experience.
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**We service the following areas and can travel if your destination is not listed.**
SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA - SONOMA COUNTY - MONTEREY PENINSULA
NAPA VALLEY - SAN JOSE - FRESNO - SACRAMENTO - LAKE TAHOE
LOS ANGELES - SAN LOUIS OBISPO - SAN DIEGO - PALM SPRINGS
JAZZ & BLUES
CLASSIC SOUL
90's & CONTEMPORARY
Music
HONOR BRASS BAND
HONOR BRASS BAND
Want to add something really special? Our sister band, Honor Brass Band can lead your guests from ceremony to cocktail hour with a second line style parade! Honoring the traditional repertoire with classics like "When The Saints Go Marching In" and "Down By the Riverside," our clients love incorporating this fun element into their weddings!
Honor Brass Band is available with any Hella Fitzgerald package, as well as separately for funerals, marches, celebrations, theme parties, and more. Our versatile musicians transition easily from the brass band formation into dance band instrumentation. Consider adding some extra flavor to your event with Honor Brass Band!
Let us help make your event special! With our unique blend of classic Jazz and Swing, transitioning into Classic Soul and then the 90's and contemporary music, we maintain a vintage look with classy retro attire. We are happy to curate and tailor to your party's theme, brand, and likeness to best support the vision for your event. We are available for weddings, private parties, special events and more!
(Klezmer and other traditional dance songs
are available upon request.)