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"The Band was superb in guiding us through the preparation for its gig - our wedding reception no less - not least of all in its patience with our frequent delays in getting back with requested information! We asked for a "Dublin/ Temple Bar" feel to the gig and that is what we got in spades. We have no doubt that the Band would have presented other music styles equally as well. Our 80 plus guests loved the performance, as did the 10 or so staff at the reception venue. The manager of our local folk club booked the Band - taking its details that very same night - for a club performance at date to be arranged. The Band's fee for the evening was very competitive for the performance and the help we were given in its preparation. The Band arrived in good time, set up quickly and demobilised swiftly and tidily. Please feel free to contact us via the booking agent - who was also superb - if you might wish to verify this volunteered reference. "

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"So happy with Jo performing at our wedding! Jo performed at our wedding during the ceremony and the cocktail reception. We weren't the easiest client as we organised the wedding from New Zealand (where we live), and held the wedding in London. Jo was communicative, and was an absolutely delight at our wedding! Thank you so much Jo, thank you for being flexible - so many guests complimented your performance :)"

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"We chose Chapel Hill Duo to play through our ceremony and drinks reception. The communication from booking (over 18 months in advance) to the day was great and put us at ease. We were given a large song list to select from ourselves and were spoilt for choice! The was a great mix of old classics and modern chart music- and everything in between! On the day Chapel Hill thoroughly entertained our guests and were widely complemented. We were worried that with 100 guests the music would be 'lost' in the background but actually it was what gave our wedding afternoon such a warm, welcoming and happy atmosphere. Thank you so much, our day wouldn't have been the same without you!"

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"Thank you so much for being so flexible on Saturday, the music was fantastic and really helped create the atmosphere we wanted. "Rory was the highlight of our event playing expertly to match the vibe. Cannot thank him enough for his professionalism, energy and his outstanding performance. We will definitely be using Rory again in the future." Thanks again for making the evening special. Louise & Anand, Wedding Anniversary, Rory @ Cinnamon Culture, London (Chistlehurst), July, 2025"

Reply by Rory
Hi Anand, Thank you very much for your feedback for Rory on 19/07/2025. I am delighted that you were happy with the music, and your feedback is very much appreciated! I would like to once again thank you for the opportunity, and I send you my warmest wishes. Yes, I am available 16/08/2025 in Chislehurst and I have sent a quote to Sarah-Jane on Cc. I very much look forward to seeing you all again soon! All the best, Rory

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"Just to say how much we appreciated The Tri Tones. It was exactly what we wanted and we loved it so much. You really made our evening. Thank you very much!"

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"Just to say a big thanks to After Dark for help making our wedding day so memorable. You guys are so professional and helpful right from the booking process, to learning our first dance song, the breadth of songs performed and the performance itself. So many of our guests commented on how incredible you were and think that was demonstrated by the fact you struggled to finish as the guests demanded more and more songs!"

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"Kay has a beautiful voice, she sang at my party and I've been to see her since doing other events. I was really pleased with her professionalism, she really made it easy to book and even sang some songs that I had requested. I'm really pleased that I booked them, she'd be first on the list to recommend to family and friends and I will be booking her for next years party! Everyone loved her and are still talking about her now!"

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"Dear Sue Thank you and your group Scherzando for playing at my son's wedding. It was a wonderful day, in a wonderful setting, at Lilleshall Hall in the Duke of Sutherland suite and the music was perfect. As you know, my new daughter-in-law is Brazilian and her family were quite blown away by the whole day, so very different from how a wedding is conducted in Brazil and the beautiful music that you provided, quite stunned them, and added a very 'English' touch. We were particularly grateful for the 'extra' pieces you filled in with, when the bride was fashionably, if a little alarmingly 'late'. Also the wonderful care you took in talking over their choices and advising them on what would work best, at what point in the ceremony. If anybody is seeking to add that little something extra to their Wedding day, then I would certainly recommend that they engage you to play."

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"I was chosen to appear on c4 come dine with me in april. It was a Carribean theamed evening and I thought what better way to entertain than to have a steel band. Gary was amazing. It was like we were really in Barbados. I honestly believe that it was because of his amazing performance that I went on to win. Thank you so much gary. "

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"I booked Eleventh Hour for my wedding and we had such a fun night with them. They sang our first dance song perfectly and the rest of the music that followed was great. A real mix of songs, old and new, and they appealed to everyone there - from the kids to the Grandparents. I really enjoyed getting up with my bridesmaids to sing a song with them and my husband and his best man loved the 'air guitars'- a great idea! They arrived on time and didn't cause us any hassle, just got on and did the job exceptionally well and made our evening really special. Thanks guys!"

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"These guys were Amazing! Honestly got everyone up and dancing and were just a good source of entertainment. Perfect for our party. Thank you so much again guys for coming down! "

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"Sarah-Jane was fabulous. Great range of music, dressed for the occasion and interacted with guests which was a nice touch. Her range of music was exactly what we were looking for and the whole package really suited our event. In between sessions she took her time to speak to guests around the room which was a nice touch. Happy to recommend her and would definitely use again. "

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"Paul & Helena were great to work with. Communication & organisation was straight forward & easy. They are a very talented duo with a easy to listen to but original sound. Their set was wonderful and I would 100% recommend them for any occasion."

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"Lovely to meet you yesterday and thank you for a wonderful couple of performances! Guests loved it. "

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"Well done for last night. Was brilliant. Not going to lie, I am a little bit in love with you all! "

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