Chris Flegg Experienced and versatile singer guitarist

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singer/ guitarist with full PA for one hour£150
singer/ guitarist with full PA for two 45 minute sets£160
singer/ guitarist with full PA for two 60 minute sets£170
Payment is accepted in cash or by bank transfer.

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Chris Flegg is an experienced singer/ guitarist based in St Albans and is available for parties and functions or any occasion, formal or fun. He can perform without backing tracks or using backing tracks where appropriate. He can also provide just solo guitar for background music ideal for receptions and dinner music. His performance have often been described as relaxed and mellow and include a variety of styles including a great selection of golden oldies from 60s, 70s and 80s, finger picking folk/country songs and, when appropriate, bossa novas and standards from the swing and jazz era.
His PA equipment includes top of the range Yamaha active speakers for larger venues and a compact combo for small spaces.

His experience includes performing at intimate family get-togethers as well as weddings and corporate functions, restaurants, hotels, pubs, art galleries, churches, social clubs and care homes.

Playing outdoors is not a problem and battery powered equipment is available for performing just about anywhere.


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There are currently 8 user ratings for Chris Flegg

AVERAGE RATING

9.88 / 101

Location

Based in St. Albans, Hertfordshire

Will travel up to 50 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 50 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 50 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

The boxer (Paul Simon)

Here come the sun (Beatles)

Every day (Buddy Holly)

Streets of London (Ralph McTel)

American pie (Don McLean)

Your song (Elton John)

Albatross

Hotel California (the Eagles)

Walk of life (Dire Straits)

Till there was you (Beatles)

You wear it well (Rod Stuart)

Sultans of swing (Dire Straits)

Heartbreak hotel (Elvis)

A hard days night (Beatles)

Take it easy (The Eagles)

Yakety sax

Tequila

Waterloo sunset (Kinks)

Wondeful tonight (Eric Clapton)

Crazy little thing called love (Queen)

You are the sunshine of my life (Stevie Wonder)

Isn't she lovely (Stevie Wonder)

Crocodile rock (Elton John)

Sunny

King of the road (Roger Miller)

Can’t take my eyes off of you

Mustang Sally (Wilson Pickett)

Route 66

Year of the cat (Al Stuart)

Apache (Shadows)

Johnny B Goode (Chuck Berry)

Sweet Caroline (Neil Diamond)

Classical gas (Mason Williams)

Take me home country roads (John Denver)

Rocking all over the world (Status Quo)

Jazz standards when appropriate:

Come fly with me

Ain’t misbehavin’

Fly me to the moon

My baby just cares for me

Sunny side of the street

All of me

Lady is a tramp

Misty

Nuages (Django)

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Mains power from a single socket will suffice. If performing outside, cover against sun/ rain is essential. Battery operated equipment is available.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Sound equipment is provided.


What information do you require about a venue?

Some venues require sight of public liability insurance documents and some require PAT testing certificates, advance notice of these requirements is requested.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Background music between sets is available and bluetooth streaming from your phone is possible..

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

Best gig ever changes all the time, always striving for a best performance. Biggest venue, the Albert Hall.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

The Beatles are a big favourite along with James Taylor, Sinatra, Eagles and Status Quo.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

I started gigging at 14 years old while still at school and have never stopped, playing in pop, folk and jazz bands as well as solo work in different settings. I have produced 11 albums.


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

Family get togethers can be fun, but every gig has its merits.


Do you include original songs?

Yes if requested.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Set up time with full PA is 45 minutes or 30 minutes with compact PA. Performance times are typically two sets of 45 to 60 minutes each.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Happy to perform outside.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

I have a list of songs that are ready to perform and and can usually accommodate requests for new material if notice given.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Often describes as mellow.


Can the sound level be reduced for situations where people just want to talk?

Yes, the sound level is easily controlled to suit the occassion.

Recent Clients

Chris Flegg has performed for these clients:

Artysansz Bistro, Hoddesdon

Prince Michael of Kent Care Home, Watford

Galio, St Albans

The Elgin, W9

Friendsofcarehomes

Brickendon Grange Golf Club

Venues

Chris Flegg has performed at these venues:

The Maltings Theatre, St Albans

The Albert Hall, London

Burgh House, Hampstead

Hatfield house

Brocket hall,

Ragley Hall, Warwickshire

Mapledurham House

Hylands house Chelmsford

The Elgin, London

Kings Langley Services Club

Cross Keys, Harpenden

Brickenden Grange Golf Club

West Lodge Park Hotel, Hadley Wood

Old Chelmsfordians Association

Quaker Meeting House, Hemel Hempstead

Stockley park

Gerrards Cross Golf Club

St Saviour's Church, St Albans

Watford Atrium

Reveley Lodge, Watford

Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives

The Engineer, Harpenden

OMT Club House Merchant Taylors' School

Rose and Crown, St Albans

Portland Arms, St Albans

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Funeral / Memorial

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Recording Session

Charity Event

Theatre Show

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

Easy Listening

Background Music

Vintage

Features:

PAT tested

Instrumental

Can provide battery amplifier

Public liability insurance

PA / sound system included

Male vocalist

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