Company B Jazz Band is Canada's foremost vintage jazz ensemble featuring a harmonizing vocal trio. Inspired by the “sister groups” of the 1920s through 40s, Company B's vast repertoire of classic Swing Era hits, original songs, as well as 'B-ified' modern repertoire brings the classy flair to any and every variety of event, including festival events, swing dances, weddings and private parties.
Having celebrated their 15th anniversary as a band in 2022, Company B's reputation for clever arrangements, pitch-perfect musicianship, and an engaging stage dynamic has made its way around the world: over the past decade, the band has toured multiple times through China (2015, '18), India (2019), and Europe (2018, '19), performing in international music festivals and historic jazz venues. Further accolades include featured performances at several of BC's renowned folk music festivals, live broadcast recordings on national radio, as well as 8 studio albums. These recordings include a new Christmas season EP, available November, 2025.
Originally a sextet, Company B now performs in various instrumentations, often paring down to 4 members: the three vocalists doubling on either trumpet, ukulele, or percussion, bolstered by upright bass. They also perform as a 12-piece big band, and on October 6th (2025) they recorded a live album featuring this ensemble at Frankie's Jazz Club (Vancouver, BC). This album, "Live From The Hive", is set to be released and toured worldwide in May of 2026.
"Company B is the quintessential cat's meow."
~ Barbara Chirinos, Gala Producer, Vancouver International Film Festival
“The hit of the festival. Total Fun!"
~ Pender Harbour Music Society, Pender Harbour, BC
"...one of the most delightful bands to emerge on the Vancouver jazz scene in years."
~ Ron MacQueen, Festival Director, Vancouver Dixieland Jazz Society
“Harmonies so tight you can't see light between them.”
~ Howlin’ Hobbit, Seattle, WA
