Charlie Roman at Lincoln Center | NYC Jazz Band

Charlie Roman leads Glad Rags Orchestra, a 10-piece vintage jazz and swing band based in New York City. Recently, the orchestra performed at Lincoln Center, bringing classic swing, hot jazz, and the sound of vintage New York nightlife to one of NYC’s most iconic performing arts venues.

Glad Rags Orchestra, led by Charlie Roman, performing at Lincoln Center in New York City.

A 10-Piece Vintage Jazz Band in New York City

For this Lincoln Center performance, Charlie Roman led a 10-piece lineup featuring horns, rhythm section, vocals, and the classic energy of a full vintage jazz orchestra. The sound draws from swing, hot jazz, Roaring Twenties and Gatsby-era music, creating an exciting live experience for concerts, weddings, private parties, galas, and upscale events throughout New York City.

Live Jazz for NYC Weddings and Private Events

This Lincoln Center performance was created for a swing-dance audience, so the music had to be energetic, rhythmic, and genuinely danceable. That same approach works beautifully for NYC weddings, cocktail hours, private parties, galas, and other events where live jazz should create atmosphere and keep guests engaged.

Jazz Band for Hire in NYC

Charlie Roman offers live jazz ensembles ranging from intimate trios and quartets to larger vintage swing bands for weddings, cocktail hours, private events, corporate parties, and special occasions throughout New York City. Each lineup can be tailored to the size, style, and atmosphere of the event, with music ranging from classic jazz and swing to Gypsy jazz and French-inspired repertoire.

Book a NYC Jazz Band for Your Event

Whether you’re planning a wedding, cocktail hour, private party, corporate event, or larger celebration, Charlie Roman can put together a jazz band that fits the atmosphere and size of your event. From intimate trios and quartets to a full 10-piece vintage jazz orchestra, each lineup is built around live, stylish, and engaging music for New York City events.