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Swing Band in Melbourne, VIC
- Travels Nationwide
- Starting from $1,650
The Swingin’ Elixir is your prescription for a great time.
Whatever ails you, a dose of The Swingin’ Elixir will get you on your feet. With infectious rhythm and vintage flair, this band brings swing hits from the 1920s, ’30s, and ’40s.
Enjoy classics from Fats Waller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, and Louis Prima, plus Gatsby-era favourites from The Great Gatsby soundtrack and Postmodern Jukebox-style twists. Perfect for flapper parties, themed weddings, and vintage events.
Led by the smooth vocals of Jennifer Salisbury, this ‘little big band’ features a 6-piece lineup: four-piece rhythm section and two horns — big band energy with a compact footprint.
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A night with Jennifer Salisbury’s Swingin’ Elixir is a time-traveling, toe-tapping, cocktail-sipping celebration of vintage swing and sass.
Expect:
Dancefloor-ready swing tunes from the 1920s–40s with a modern twist
Vintage glamour and Gatsby vibes — perfect for flapper frocks and fedoras
Smooth, smoky vocals from Jennifer Salisbury leading a red-hot 6-piece band
A dynamic mix of classics (Fats Waller, Ella Fitzgerald, Duke Ellington) and Gatsby-styled hits from Postmodern Jukebox and The Great Gatsby soundtrack
Professional sound setup suitable for everything from intimate venues to large cocktail parties
Stylish vintage attire and stage presence that adds visual flair
A band that reads the room and keeps the energy high all night long
Whether you're planning a themed celebration, wedding, corporate event or cocktail party, Swingin’ Elixir brings the party, the polish, and the panache.
These are the categories of entertainment or other services offered by Jennifer Salisbury's Swingin' Elixir.
Sound & PA
We provide a full PA system suitable for most venues and up to 200 guests
For larger events or venues with an in-house system, we’re happy to coordinate with your tech team or provide full tech specs upon request
Minimum stage area 3mX2m preferred
Other Requirements
Wet weather contingency for outdoor events is essential
On longer events, access to refreshments and a green room or quiet space is appreciated
Parking access for unloading gear is helpful for smooth setup
We’re flexible and experienced with a wide range of venue types — from cocktail bars and ballrooms to outdoor stages and historic halls — and we’re happy to work with you or your coordinator to make everything run smoothly.
Feeling Good
Hey Big Spender
Swing Brother Swing
You Make Me Feel So Young
My Man Stands Out
Me and Mrs Jones
Indiana
Shiny Stockings
Let's Do It
Why Don't You Do Right
My Baby Just Cares For Me
What Is This Thing Called Love
Honeysuckle Rose
Puttin' on the Ritz
Charleston
I get a Kick Out of You
Alright OK You Win
Happy Feet
Moe's Blues
Sprinkle on the Cake
T'aint What You Do
Minnie the Moocher
Ain't She Sweet
Jersey Bounce
Ain’t Nobody here but us chickens
Almost like being in Love
Ain't Misbehavin
All of Me
De Lovely
Shake That Thing
It Had To Be You
I Found a New Baby
Blue Skies
Anything Goes
Everybody Wants to be a Cat
All about that Bass
Royals
Creep
Seven Nation Army
Benny and the Jets
I Want it That Way
Tennesee Whiskey
I Want You Back
Toxic
Hit Me Baby One More Time
Love Fool
Moves Like Jagger
Africa
Wonderwall
Gangstas Paradise
And many more.......
Can't find what your looking for? We can incorporate any songs you are looking for upon request.
Whether you're hosting a Gatsby gala, vintage wedding, cocktail party, or roaring 20s-themed celebration, Swingin’ Elixir offers flexible packages to match the energy, style, and flow of your event.
🎷 Swingin’ Party Set
Perfect for high-energy dance floors, cocktail hours, and celebrations.
2 x 45-minute sets of vintage swing and Gatsby-style hits
Classic 6-piece lineup (vocals, keys, guitar, bass, drums, trumpet/sax)
PA system included
Ideal for corporate events, parties, and retro-themed nights
Set times can be adjusted to your run sheet
💃 Great Gatsby Experience
Themed entertainment that transports your guests to the roaring 20s.
A curated Gatsby-era setlist from the 1920s–30s plus Postmodern Jukebox & Great Gatsby soundtrack hits
Band dressed in vintage attire
Perfect for costume parties, Art Deco events, and flapper-era weddings
Optional emcee/announcements in theme
🥂 Full Event Entertainment
For those who want music from guest arrival to the final swing.
Up to 3 x 45-minute sets across the evening
Background jazz during dinner, followed by high-energy dance sets
Optional MC duties or special requests
Can scale up to a 9-piece band with additional horns and rhythm for full swing impact
🎶 Custom Packages
Planning something unique? We’ll work with you to tailor the perfect setup — from a compact quartet to a full-scale Gatsby band. Whether it's a surprise performance, a hybrid of jazz and party sets, or a bespoke song request, we’ll make it happen.
Insurances & Compliance
We hold current Public Liability Insurance and are covered for performances at a wide range of venues including private functions, public events, council spaces, and corporate settings.
All performers also hold a Working With Children Check, making us suitable for community events, family-friendly functions, and school-based performances.
Certificates of currency are available upon request, and we’re happy to liaise with venue managers or event organisers to meet any compliance requirements.rance held