Mart Rodger Manchester Jazz was formed in 1982. To this day they play their jazz based on the Traditional (TRAD) or Dixieland style. Four of the original  founder musicians are still members of the band.

Manchester is included in the title of the band because most of the players spent their young days performing at the many city centre venues which existed in the past.

Marts ManJazz 3, 4 or 5 are an alternative to the seven piece full band when venues or events are too small.