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"Excellent band. Wonderful accompaniment for our International Scholarships Reception for the second year running."

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"The Jazz Revival are a breath of fresh air. They put their own twist on some of our best loved songs with skill and precision. They lift the energy of the room almost instantly and I can’t recommend them enough! If you want to be dancing the whole night away then look no further than The Jazz Revival."

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"This is the second hen party John has played at for my friends. Each time has been different: different venue, theme and group of girls and both times he has been fantastic! We allowed him to pick the music as he totally gets the vibe of the day and what type of music the crowd is enjoying and runs with it. I had so many of the attendees comment on how great it was having John play at the event and how it added a special, fun and vibrant touch to the day!! Can't recommend more! "

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"Had an amazing night with an incredible band. You’re all extremely talented and would highly recommend you to anyone! Thank you again. "

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"Thanks Andy to you and the guys in the band for performing again at our annual summer shindig. At least the rain held off this time. I hope to see you again in the future."

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"I just wanted to thank you and John again for helping to make my birthday party such a happy occasion. The music was fabulous –exactly what I wanted, and everyone enjoyed it very much."

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"Ella Fitzgerald was born on 25 April 1917. She didn't have the easiest of starts to life - losing both parents and making a living on the streets as a teenager. She had hopes of becoming a dancer but had no training. What she did have was the gift of the smoothest, silkiest voice Jazz has known with the most delicate of touches - to hear Ella was to be kissed on the cheek by the lightest of breezes. Over her career she recorded 2,000 songs many of which are now Jazz standards - a fact in part due to the Fitzgerald imprimatur. Annette Gregory has a voice that is naturally lower in pitch than Ella’s and wisely she does not attempt a tribute act that imitates - rather her performance is a celebration of Ella’s legacy and the songs that will be sung and heard for as long as humans live on this planet. For this gig she was to have been accompanied by a quartet but unfortunately the bassist and sax player were caught up in a traffic standstill on the M6, but the piano (John) and drums (Matt) backing meant the stripped down support ensured that we focused on the songs. Just as Annette does not try to sound like Ella, neither does she slavishly follow her interpretations. This was strikingly apparent in songs such as “Miss Otis Regrets” and “The Man I Love” (which was more of a rocking blues than the familiar ballad). Annette's delivery is characterised by controlled, fluent and delicate phrasing and a pair of ballads - “When a Woman Loves a Man” and “Embraceable You” - were particularly pleasing. Let's hope that Annette and the full quartet make it back to Buxton soon! (10 / 10)"

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"Lion Strings plays beautifully and created a wonderful atmosphere at our wedding, she came in, got on with setting up and made little fuss which was perfect with everything else going on on a wedding day. I have had magnificent feedback from wedding guests who saw her as a highlight of the day. Simply a wonderful woman and musician who people should not hesitate to have st their special days. "

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"Thank you for creating the most incredible atmosphere with your beautiful music. You are all so talented and made our Christmas party so special, even the non-dancers were dancing! We look forward to booking you again in the future! "

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"Dynamite Swing… One of the most incredibly talented bands we've ever seen perform live. Every song draws in the listener with their energetic and animated performances. Gypsy Dynamite will blow your mind!"

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"We booked the Swing Zippers to provide some music during the reception and meal for our ball and they were superb! They're really helpful and friendly and are excellent musicians who setup with little fuss but let the wonderfully varied music speak for itself. The feedback from those attending was excellent and this includes several professional musicians. Although ours was quite a large venue they would suit an space large or small and have a very quick and easy setup. We highly recommend them!"

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"I've booked the guys to play at The Lowry Hotel a number of times and the quality of the music has been superb. Very professional and they created just the right atmosphere for the hotel."

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"High quality music. Very flexible and accommodating. Professional but easy to work with. The quartet provided a happy mix of classical and popular music. Just what we wanted."

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"Jonathan and his trio provided the music for a special party in July. This is the fourth time we have had the pleasure of his relaxed style of music and this time he brought a superb saxophonist. His repetoire is varied and he suits it to the occasion very well, even including special requests. Just need an excuse for another party!"

Reply by JV Jazz Band
Thank you Carole. It's been a real pleasure playing at both your parties this year. Very Best Wishes Jonathan Vinten

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"Incredible group, world class musicianship mixed with winning personalities."

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