Brightman & Houghton is a premium guitar and saxophone duo specializing in elevating the atmosphere of hospitality venues and private events.

Founded by two Leeds Conservatoire alumni, we specialize in seamlessly blending the sophistication of traditional swing with soulful jazz re-imaginings of the contemporary pop songbook.

Whether you’re looking to add relaxing warmth to a wine bar or vibrant energy to a black-tie reception, we don’t just play background music; we set the tone for your room.

Compact & Considerate

Our Aesthetic:

No messy cables or bulky gear. We arrive early, set up quietly, and maintain a sleek presence from arrival to departure.

Our Footprint:

Our setup is compact and minimal, allowing us to tuck neatly into small spaces, ensuring we never obstruct your service flow or remove valuable floor space.

Our Volume:

We play at a conversation-friendly level and constantly balance our sound to gently sit underneath the chatter, allowing your guests to relax and talk freely.

Our Repertoire

Traditional Jazz

Jazz classics from the Great American Songbook and hits from the Rat Pack including:

  • It Could Happen To You
  • L.O.V.E
  • Girl From Ipanema

Modern Pop Re-imagined

Modern and classic pop, RnB, and soul including:

  • My Chérie Amour
  • Sitting on the Dock of the Bay
  • Don’t Know Why

Your Requests

If you’d love to hear your favorite song played by a jazz duo then we’d love to make it happen, so get in touch if you have a request.

Ready to book us for your event? Get in touch below!