Review Centre: Bands & Ensembles

"A talented girl group providing endless soul and energy with powerful vocals. Their exciting music will have everyone singing along."

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"Hi Sarah Sam was incredible! Super friendly and helpful, communicative in the lead up to the wedding, and then on the day he was great to work with. Amazing song playlist, exactly what we were after, and an amazing voice to go with! We are even going to see him in London next weekend! One thing i would say, and i said this to Sam, his page really doesn't do him justice - it is slow songs, a bit moody, and yet couldn't have been more opposite in real life. His voice is incredible, lively playlist and great stage presence. Would suggest putting some more upbeat videos to his page! Thank you too for all your help and communications with the booking. Whole process was very easy to deal with. Thanks Matthew "

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"While most of our central arena acts cancelled with the terrible weather , Gary and his fantastic music brightened up the rest of our afternoon. Thank you so much for ending our event on a truly tropical note ."

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"My dad booked The Woolers for my 21st after seeing them at another gig. They were amazing, really blew the crowd away and made the night special. Thank you!"

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"After seeing Enigma at a family members birthday last year I knew they would be perfect for my 50th Birthday and they totally delivered. To see my parents in their 80’s dancing with our 16 and 18 year kids and their mates and my other guests put a smile on my face. Juel was so attentive in the lead up to make sure I had a set I was happy with, which was great. Nothing but positive comments from a very talented group of musicians! Thanks so much for making the night!"

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"I booked this incredible classical duet for an intimate surprise 60th Bridgerton-themed birthday tea party, and they were absolutely phenomenal from start to finish! Not only did they sound amazing, but they truly embraced the theme — arriving in beautiful dresses and sparkling tiaras, which added such authenticity and charm to the atmosphere. Julia and Jenny were so genuine, helpful, and professional, with smiles on their faces the entire time. Their Bridgerton-inspired repertoire was breathtaking and perfectly suited to the occasion — it honestly elevated the whole event to another level. My sister, whose birthday it was, was completely overwhelmed with emotion having them there; it made the day unforgettable. I cannot thank them enough for helping create such a magical and elegant celebration. I would hugely recommend them to anyone wanting to add something truly special to their event!"

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"Thanks so much for doing the Ceilidh Everyone said they really enjoyed it and it was a first for most of them, they had so much fun and laughed a lot You were amazing turning up on time, setting up and playing, leaving me free to get the hall organised and enjoy my big day! I felt bad that I hardly spoke with you lot, you did a wonderful job I think you will get a booking or 2 from the event when a special birthday comes up, they’re all wanting to do it again Once again thanks to you and the band Xx "

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"Fantastic group, we and all our guests thoroughly enjoyed the music. They were professional and very pleasant. The live jazz really added something to the party. Would thoroughly recommend them."

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"We had the absolute pleasure of having Dizzy Brasscals play two fantastic sets at our wedding on 22/06/2024, and we couldn't be happier! During our wedding breakfast, their first set was a hit creating the perfect atmosphere for our guests with most clapping and dancing along. The highlight of the evening was their second set alongside our DJ, where they performed as a roaming brass band, energizing the dancefloor and making the night unforgettable. If you're looking for a top-notch wedding band and something a little different, we highly recommend Dizzy Brasscals for their incredible talent and engaging performance."

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"Widely regarded as one of Wales’ foremost traditional bands, since their formation in 1996, Allan Yn Y Fan have taken Welsh traditional music all over the world. Wednesday 28th March, however, saw the band performing closer to home with a gig at one of their favourite venues, Blackwood Miner’s Institute. The evening took the format of two halves with an interval and this six piece band entertained us with a selection of traditional Welsh songs and tunes interspersed with original compositions, mainly from the pen of founder member Kate Strudwick but also with contributions from Chris Jones and Alan Cooper. All the music was taken from across the band’s 22 year career and took us on a journey from the Festival Interceltique at L’Orient to sparsely attended performances in Ireland before returning to Wales across a stormy Irish Sea, stopping to remember Kate’s former landlady and her cat along, the way. The songs were mainly entrusted to Catrin O’Neill who, since joining the band in 2015, has taken on the role of lead vocalist and her vocal style adds a haunting quality to such songs as Dafydd Y Garreg Wen and Lisa Lân, both of which take the passing of a loved one as their subject matter, Catrin’s versatility means she is equally at home singing about hopeful love, as in Ym Mhontypridd Mae’n Nghariad, or the celebratory staples of the Mari Lwyd in Pwnco and Canu Cwnsela or rousing songs of workers' rights, as in Gorthrwm Y Gweithiwr with its dire warning to the Victorian Ironmasters of Beaufort. This evening had all the ingredients needed to make a memorable performance, six talented performers who obviously enjoy performing together and transmitted that joy through their music to an appreciative audience, a quality venue with friendly staff and a crystal clear sound system ensuring that none of the music’s nuances were lost. It was a pleasure to attend this concert and I look forward to seeing Allan Yn Y Fan perform again in the not too distant future. "

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"Brilliant evening, superb music, non stop dancing ?.wish we could do it all again ? "

Reply by The Geriatrics - Exciting Sixties Band
Thank you Dave, glad you and you're good lady enjoyed it x

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"David, Katherine and I wish to say a very big Thank you to Molly and the Craxton String Quartet for the magnificent range and choice of beautiful music which made Katherine's wedding such a special occasion. The combination of your music within the setting of Pentney Abbey added a whole new dimension to the ceremony and has left all present with unique memories. It was a great privilege to work with you and I very much appreciated your advice and willingness to facilitate our special requests."

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"Joel played at our wedding reception in September 2022. His music set the perfect atmosphere for our reception drinks and acted as a great conversation starter. He also played another short set for guests to enjoy whilst they tucked into their food outside. Throughout the day, many of our guests remarked on how talented Joel is and best of all, you could tell how much Joel enjoys what he does, which made it even more of a pleasure to watch him."

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"Thank you so much for helping make our day so special."

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"The Northern Reel Collective played at our wedding in August 2018 and were absolutely exceptional. I had so many people say to me on the night and afterwards how brilliant they were. We requested to start with everyone together, rather than a traditional first dance, and they made it work perfectly. The caller was fantastic and so engaged with the audience - even getting off stage to demonstrate. It was 32 degrees during the day but people still wanted to keep dancing - at other ceilidhs I've been to guests have given up and not danced much. We provided a playlist for after and they put it together so everything flowed nicely and honestly we just had the best time! I highly highly recommend them (and have literally been telling newly engaged strangers to look them up!)"

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