The Tavares Band

Last reviewed: August 9, 2026. Business status: Active.

Couples comparing a Toronto wedding jazz band can consider The Tavares Band for live music in configurations ranging from a trio to a quintet. Its official website presents the group as a Toronto-based ensemble available for weddings, corporate functions and other events, with service extending through the GTA and into southern and central Ontario.

The band's published repertoire crosses jazz, Brazilian and Latin music as well as Motown, R&B, funk, oldies and cover tunes. That range allows couples to ask about a smaller group for quieter dinner music or a larger configuration for dance-oriented material. This profile was last reviewed on August 9, 2026, using the band's current official website; availability, pricing and event-specific inclusions still require direct confirmation.

Services and specialization

The Tavares Band provides live music for weddings and other events. The official website places jazz at the centre of the offering but documents a broader repertoire that includes Brazilian, Latin, Motown, R&B, funk, oldies and cover tunes. This makes the group relevant to couples seeking more than one musical style during their celebration.

The site describes a jazz trio playing softly in the background for a dinner event and a larger quintet performing higher-energy dance material for a wedding or corporate function. It does not publish a fixed wedding package or assign particular configurations to the ceremony, cocktail hour or reception, so couples should describe each part of their schedule when requesting information.

• Live music for weddings and other events
• Jazz, Brazilian and Latin selections
• Motown, R&B, funk, oldies and cover tunes
• Trio, quartet and quintet configurations

Ensemble options and musical approach

The documented choice of trio, quartet or quintet is the band's clearest customization feature. A smaller group may be worth discussing where live music is intended to sit behind dinner or conversation, while the official site positions the quintet as an option for a more energetic dance repertoire. The quartet provides another size to ask about between those two formats.

The website does not identify the exact instruments or vocal lineup attached to every configuration. Couples should therefore avoid assuming that a particular singer, horn, rhythm section or instrument is included. Ask for a proposed lineup based on the venue, preferred genres and the moments that require live music.

• Three published ensemble sizes
• Quieter dinner and dance-oriented examples shown on the official site
• Exact personnel and instrumentation require confirmation

Service area and who it may suit

The official site says the band performs in Toronto, the GTA, and southern and central Ontario. That stated range may suit Toronto couples as well as those planning celebrations elsewhere in the surrounding region, provided the venue and date can be accommodated.

The group may be relevant to couples who want jazz or Latin-influenced music but also need access to familiar Motown, R&B, funk, oldies or cover material. It may also suit events where the desired ensemble size changes with the atmosphere. Travel availability, fees and scheduling should be confirmed for every location, especially outside the GTA.

• Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area
• Southern and central Ontario
• Potential fit for jazz-led or mixed-repertoire celebrations

Confirmed strengths and practical limitations

Confirmed features include three ensemble sizes, a multi-genre repertoire and an official gallery containing live-event recordings. The band states that the videos are recordings from real events, which gives couples a useful way to evaluate the performed sound rather than relying only on a written genre list.

Important planning details are not published. The site does not provide a postal business address, current wedding packages, set lengths, break arrangements, travel charges, a configuration-by-configuration instrument list or clear production inclusions. These are evidence gaps, not negative findings, but they make a detailed written proposal important before booking.

• Confirmed strength: trio, quartet and quintet choices
• Confirmed strength: live recordings from real events
• Confirmed strength: repertoire spanning jazz and dance-oriented genres
• Practical limitation: package, production and scheduling details are not published

Pricing

Current pricing is not explicitly published. Although the official website describes its service as affordable, it provides no current dollar amounts, package tables or minimum booking terms that can be independently confirmed.

Request a written quote tied to the event date, venue, performance schedule and chosen ensemble size. Couples should ask whether the figure includes travel, setup, sound equipment, taxes, breaks, overtime and any requested repertoire work. Do not rely on older prices from third-party listings as proof of a current rate.

Current prices are not published on the official pages reviewed.

• No verified current price list
• No confirmed package inclusions
• A tailored written quote is required

Contact and booking

The official website lists 416-532-3167 and 416-262-7984, with the second number associated with Fernando Tavares. It also publishes info@tavares.ca and provides an online contact form. No postal address appears on the official page, so the address field in this profile remains blank.

An effective first enquiry should include the wedding date, venue and municipality, expected performance windows, preferred ensemble size and musical direction. Couples can also identify which official live videos best resemble the atmosphere they want. Confirm that the response and any agreement come through the official tavares.ca contact channel.

• Primary phone: 416-532-3167
• Alternate phone: 416-262-7984
• Email: info@tavares.ca
• Official contact form available at tavares.ca

What couples should confirm

Before signing, ask for the exact musicians and instruments in the proposed trio, quartet or quintet. Confirm whether vocals are included, which portions of the wedding the group will cover, how many live sets are planned and what happens during breaks. Discuss requested songs and determine whether the band will learn or arrange material that is not already in its repertoire.

The venue conversation should cover stage dimensions, electrical access, load-in, soundcheck timing, volume restrictions and any sound equipment supplied by either party. Also confirm travel charges, parking, meals, cancellation and postponement terms, overtime rates, payment milestones and liability-insurance requirements. The agreement should identify the event date, location, schedule, ensemble size, total price and all inclusions.

• Named lineup and instrumentation
• Vocals and requested-song policy
• Set lengths, breaks and overtime
• Sound, power, space and load-in requirements
• Travel, payment, cancellation and insurance terms
• Final written list of services and costs

Continue planning

• browse wedding music and other vendor categories
• search the Canada wedding directory

Frequently asked questions

Does The Tavares Band perform at weddings?

Yes. Its official website identifies the group as available for weddings and other events in Toronto and the surrounding service area.

What band sizes does The Tavares Band offer?

The official site offers trio, quartet and quintet configurations. The exact musicians, instruments and vocal lineup should be confirmed for the selected format.

What music does The Tavares Band play?

Its published repertoire includes jazz, Brazilian, Latin, Motown, R&B, funk, oldies and cover tunes.

Where does The Tavares Band perform?

The official website lists Toronto, the GTA, and southern and central Ontario. Couples should confirm availability and any travel charge for their venue.

Can couples hear live examples before booking?

Yes. The official site contains video and photo galleries and states that its videos were recorded live at real events.

Sources checked

• Tavares Jazz Band Formulário de Contacto

Phone: 416-532-3167

Website: https://www.tavares.ca/