The Powerhouse Jazz Band was formed in 1997 with the commitment to present a diversity of Jazz styles like Swing, Dixie, Blues and Latin. With the cooperation of some very fine, versatile and dedicated musicians ( three are Jazz teachers), the Powerhouse Jazz Band has become one of the leading Wa Jazz Bands. Performance is mainly as a six piece with trumpet, trombone, reeds, piano ( or keyboard ), bass and drums which also features two excellent singers within the band.Guitar is added for special functions and the band can also perform as a smaller swinging Quartet if required.

Powerhouse performs for various events including Corporate Functions, Clubs, Hotels, Weddings, Dances, Jazz Festivals ( York Festival ) etc.. and provides its own P.A System. The bands aim is to leave the audience happy and in good spirits.