Modern Big Band
Voted "Best Band" by The Knot
512-910-5525
Modern Big Band
Voted "Best Band" by The Knot
512-910-5525
Our Story
The Vintage 15 is the nation's hottest up-and-coming big band. Led by bandleader, Christian Wiggs, they perform jazz and swing standards from the golden era with a modern twist: achieving an unforgettable mixture of sexy chemistry and sizzling tunes for events of all types and sizes.
The Vintage 15 is a powerhouse ensemble of young talent from across the country adding a brilliant energy to the jazz scene in Austin, TX. Combined with a meticulously crafted music library covering everything from Frank Sinatra to Harry Connick, Jr; Ella Fitzgerald to Michael Bublé, the Vintage 15 soars over the competition with a swagger unlike any other big band out there.
Since its first rehearsal, The Vintage 15 has traveled the globe adding their sound to weddings, corporate events, birthday and anniversary parties, fundraiser galas, and more. They are featured in a historical documentary titled "A Marvelous Era." The Vintage 15 has received numerous awards from The Austin Chronicle, The Knot, Wedding Wire, GigMasters and many more. In order to stay connected with their ever growing fan base, they have a myriad of public performances throughout the year.
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"We're young, we're fun and we love to play that music. You want a night of great jazz standards and martinis; you call us." And they do.
featuring
Christian wiggs
Bandleader and frontman, Christian Wiggs has been flooring audiences with The Vintage 15 since early 2015. Fresh off of his second studio album, From Dusk till Dawn, he has been taking Austin by storm. Christian has opened for several major acts such as Tony DeSare and the Houston Symphony Orchestra.
KAREN LARA
Karen Lara brings a classic voice reminiscent of the late female jazz queens. Her swagger and stage presence makes her a perfect addition to this roarin' big big band.
Sound
Big, bold and always sexy.
Sound
Big, bold and always sexy.
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Notable Clients
Style
"The new hot-damn in Austin"
Style
"The new hot-damn in Austin"
See what people think...
“Look out -- Vintage 15 is the new hot-damn in Austin, raising the bar on swing-orchestra swank. Savvy songs, killer arrangements and an iconic musical era to worship, all with an inimitable sense of style. Coming soon to the best red-tie party ever.”
---Trish Murphy, SKYROCKET
"I cannot say enough great things about The Vintage 15!!! They were AMAZING! I will admit that prior to our wedding, I was a bit worried about having a jazz band as our wedding band as I wasn't sure if all of our guests would like just having jazz all night. Let me tell you that my fears were all for naught! EVERYONE attending our wedding could not stop saying how cool and great our band was. They were so great that our guests didn't wait until dinner service was done to get up and start dancing! Our venue didn't know what to do since this NEVER happens! Haha! Even the kids were up and moving the entire time they were playing. Both singers have an amazing voice and every single band member was spot on. They have an incredible energy and passion for jazz and swing music that they filled our venue with joy! Definitely book The Vintage 15!!!"
--- Michelle Acuna, Fort Worth, TX, TheKnot.com
"The Vintage 15 brought everything and MORE to the stage! These musicians added spice, elegance and flare to my wedding. My guests could not stop talking about how talented and professional The Vintage 15 big band was. Having this Austin wedding band perform as the music of choice for the wedding was a fresh and classy addition that will be talked about for years."
--- Nicki Burris, Austin, TX, TheKnot.com
"The Vintage 15 was the hit of our entire wedding and reception! It was very comforting to know that I did not have to hire multiple groups to play for the ceremony, cocktail, dinner, and reception - The Vintage 15 did it all. They traveled 8 hours to El Paso, TX and we did not have to worry about them not coming or being late. They were a lot of fun, and the music related to every generation. People were dancing the entire time time! They are wonderful, and gave us the best wedding memories ever.
--- Analisa Silverstein, El Paso, TX, TheKnot.com
"This band knows how to really swing - we LOVE them! They are definitely not some old fuddy duddies left over from the original era of this music (like most other big bands). They were punctual, very polite, and just always fun to be around... Having a live big band like this at your wedding really adds a special touch, ladies. All the guests absolutely RAVED about this Austin jazz band - you cannot go wrong with The Vintage 15!"
--- Allison K., Austin, TX, Gigmasters.com
"Thank you fellas so much for a splendid job on our wedding day. You all had everyone dancing their shoes off - literally! I had to trade out mine for flip flops, and my mom busted hers! We will recommend The Vintage 15 to everyone we know!"
--- Lucy J., Fredericksburg, TX, Gigmasters.com
"We were very intentional about hiring The Vintage 15 for our fourth daughter's wedding reception. No wedding band we have hired for our other daughters' weddings has equaled the level of excellence in musicianship and professionalism as The Vintage 15. The dance floor rocked to the best Big Band music to be found, and the vocals were hot and hip. I am so sorry we have run out of daughters to marry off! I think my husband and I will have to renew our vows just so we can have them back. The Vintage 15 are consummate professionals, engaging, personable and downright fun! You can't go wrong hiring them but get your date in fast because they will book up quickly."
--- Rebecca Sein, Oklahoma City, OK, TheKnot.com