| Description | Price |
| Quartet (violin, x2 guitars, double bass) | £1600 |
| Trio (violin, x2 guitars / violin, guitar, double bass) | £1200 |
| Duo (violin and guitar) | £800 |
Swing from Paris are an all-string jazz quartet of violin (Fenner Curtis), guitars (Andy Bowen and Sam Hughes) and double bass (Tomasz Williams), inspired by the music of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s: from the cafés and cabarets of Montmartre to Artie Shaw, Django Reinhardt, Stéphane Grappelli and the master of tango Astor Piazzolla.
Known for their tight ensemble sound and virtuosic performances, the group brings a distinctive Parisian flair to vintage jazz and stylish swing. They have performed at major UK and European festivals including the renowned Django Reinhardt Festival in Samois-sur-Seine, and appearances range from BBC TV and radio to the French Embassy at Kensington Palace.
“their arrangements are consistently intelligent, interesting and inventive…a band that has managed to put its own stamp on the genre” ★ ★ ★ ★ – The Jazz Mann
“adept at creating new arrangements…successful partnering of acoustic with electric guitar distinguishes the band’s sound…symphonious violin, soulful guitar and heart-rending bass” – Jazz Journal
We certainly do! Our music is a great accompaniment for events such as drinks receptions.
Yes – our public liability insurance is provided via the Musicians Union. Certificates for proof of cover can be provided.
We usually perform two sets of 45 minutes, with a 20min break; or a single set of 1 hour.
Our fees start from £1,200 depending on location and duration of our performance.
Our requirements are just for two chairs, wet-weather cover if outdoors, and a power socket nearby.
Based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
= areas covered (up to 60 miles)
We need x2 chairs without arms, and a power socket nearby.
We provide our own PA.
We need to know parking arrangements for x3 vehicles.
We can provide basic background music or offer a 3.5mm audio connection.
We performed for the French Embassy at Kensington Palace for Bastille Day, a very special experience!
We are inspired by the wonderful music of Paris in the 1930s, 40s and 50s.
We have performed together for over 20 years
We love performing anywhere!
We would arrive around an hour before our performance start time. We usually perform two sets of 45 minutes, with a 30min break.
If playing outside we would need cover for shade, and would need power nearby.
Requests are welcome, we can always see if a new tune would fit our style
People often comment on the atmosphere our music helps to create.
Wedding
Birthday Party
Private Event
Corporate Event
Hotel / Restaurant Event
Bar / Venue Event
Concert
Recording Session
Charity Event
Theatre Show
Jazz
Gypsy Jazz
Swing
Instrumental
Public liability insurance
PA / sound system included
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