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Sophisticated live music for elegant events

Jazz duos, trios, and instrumentalists providing refined, unobtrusive background music for weddings, corporate events, and luxury spaces.

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About

Travis and Stephanie Van Bumble are a married couple, parents, and working musicians who believe the best live music doesn’t demand attention—it enhances the room.

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In 2019, they formed The House Cats, a jazz duo built around subtlety, warmth, and impeccable taste. Their focus has always been on creating an upscale, unobtrusive atmosphere: music that feels perfectly at home in hotel lobbies, wedding cocktail hours, corporate gatherings, and refined private events.​

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Over the years, their work with clients and venues naturally expanded into To The Nines Entertainment, a small booking collective representing musicians who share the same values: professionalism, elegance, and an ear for atmosphere. From jazz duos and trios to solo instrumentalists, the focus remains on background music that feels intentional, elevated, and effortless.

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At the heart of it all is family and a shared love of music that serves the moment—quietly, beautifully, and exactly as it should.

Ensembles

A curated collection of musicians chosen for their professionalism, subtlety, and sense of atmosphere.

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The House Cats

Warm, understated jazz with soft vocals, ideal for cocktail hours, hotel lobbies, and intimate gatherings. Elegant and atmospheric, The House Cats provide a refined musical presence that enhances the room without overwhelming it.

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The DT Duo

Featuring Travis Van Bumble alongside local favorite Dwayne White on trumpet, The DT Duo brings a subtle New Orleans–influenced jazz feel to refined settings. Rooted in swing and classic jazz traditions, their sound is relaxed, tasteful, and atmospheric—ideal for cocktail hours and upscale events seeking warmth and character without excess volume.

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Soloist

Elegant, unobtrusive instrumental music curated for cocktail hours, receptions, and refined spaces. Featuring trusted musicians selected for their musical sensitivity and professionalism, this offering provides a warm, polished atmosphere that supports conversation and the flow of the event without drawing focus.

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Jazz trio/quartet

A refined small ensemble offering a fuller jazz sound while remaining tasteful and background-focused. Ideal for larger cocktail hours, corporate events, and upscale receptions, the trio or quartet provides warmth, swing, and sophistication—enhancing the atmosphere without overpowering the space.

Inquire

We would love to learn about your upcoming event and help you select the perfect ensemble. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate gathering, or private reception, our goal is to create a refined musical atmosphere that complements your occasion.

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TESTIMONIALS

 

"They played at our cocktail hour for our wedding and it could not have been more perfect."

GRETA / BRIDE

"Couldn't have imagined a more perfect way to elevate the atmosphere of our little gathering than with this jazzy duo. Highly highly recommend!"

ALEXA / BRIDE

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