Last Minute Musicians Reviews

"Just a quick note to thank you again for a fabulous performance on Saturday. The surprise element worked out really well and all our guests were still talking about you in the taxi on the way home. We sent a clip to my mum (huge opera fan) in South Africa and she was in tears listening to the aria! :-) Thanks again for looking beautiful, your songbird singing and 'can-do' approach at planning stage. "

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"Debbie, you created such a feel good atmosphere. Thank you so much for putting the cherry on top of Tara's cake. Amazing voice, superb song choices, great banter. We loved having you part of our day. Same time next year? All the best for the summer and keep up the good work, you're great!"

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"I just wanted to say such a huge thank you for the amazing performance that you gave. You were so friendly and willing to help in any way that any nervousness about getting up to dance was immediately dismissed. I was extremely apprehensive prior to the night about how the dancing would go down, especially with my two left feet! However my worrying was in vain, what a fantastic night of dancing it was, so inclusive that any and all can get up and get involved, aged 5 or 105. You need no experience or talent, just listen to the brilliant calling, it’s all simple moves but when it comes together with all your friends and family on the night, prepare to be amazed. I can not thank the band enough for making our Wedding such a fantastic night, I have never seen so many people thoroughly enjoying themselves all at once. I can sincerely recommend the Black Velvet Band for any social occasion, your expectations will be exceeded."

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"Hi Gordon, Thank you so much for playing at our wedding on 5th September. Our guests thoroughly enjoyed listening to your music. We really appreciated you moving around so many times to accommodate the weather too. Would highly recommend you to others. Thanks again. "

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"Andrew!!!! Man, where do I start!!!! I have known Andrew since I was 14.. We started in the same band back in 2005/6 and he's always been a huge influence and a big brother to me. He's amazingly talented and gifted at his craft, even more a real gentleman, wise, honest, trustworthy , likeable and adorable to work with. I have learnt so much from him and he still continues to inspire me. I was such a huge honour and privilege when he accepted to perform at my wedding. He completely engaged the audience with just his saxophone and a backing track for no less than 40 minutes of good sound music. The entire hall was filled with amazement and delight by the delivery of his music. Andrew is really a great gift to the world and I am honoured to call you my friend & my brother. He's definitely worth having at your events, shows, functions etc..."

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"Real Steel went down a treat and really set the theme for our Caribbean BBQ."

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"Danny was the perfect choice for our event. He started on piano with a really relaxed, classy feel during the drinks reception, which set the tone beautifully. Then later on he switched things up with backing tracks and completely lifted the energy – the dance floor filled up so quickly. It honestly felt like the best of both worlds. Such a talented and versatile performer, and so easy to work with as well."

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"I was in the Ring o'Bells Hungry Horse Saturday night last thought you were really good! Something different that the place needed, don't leave it too long before your return. "

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"We booked the The Mighty Craic for my sisters wedding after seeing them perform at Cheltenham Races where they had a huge crowd going wild! They had the same desired effect at the wedding where everyone loved them, their music appealing to young and old with a varied repertoire of Irish music and hits and crowd pleasers from Elvis to Oasis. They were professional, friendly and a pleasure to deal with - I would not hesitate to recommend them."

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"We were recommended Kirsty via Freddie, the pub manager at the Prince Albert. He gave us a few DJs to look at so we could decide for our wedding - Kirsty's communication is excellent. We corresponded via email and then found a time to talk on the phone. My then fiancée and now wife both warmed to Kirsty instantly over the phone. She is personable, with a really good understanding of music, she understands London culture, as well as the music I grew up with (and music would have enjoyed at university), and has an appreciation for the international music we requested. Her 'do not play' list was a great feature for us too, so we could make sure there were no toe-curling moments in the night or artists who we just didn't want played. She got on very well with our guests and made everyone feel at home - she has obviously spent time honing her craft as well as understanding how people tick. Many thanks, Kirsty- someone we would not hesitate to recommend to friends and anybody who asks"

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"Ian was terrific at our wedding. His music was the perfect backdrop to our reception drinks before dinner. We had nothing but great feedback from our guests. He was an important part of an amazing day. From the first phone call to the final day he was friendly, professional and trustworthy. He has a wide range of songs covering many different genres and has all bases covered. I couldn’t recommend him highly enough."

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"I booked Dave for a joint birthday party - for my husband’s 70th and also other family members who are having ‘big’ birthdays this year. And he was perfect. I had researched him online and just loved his music. He was very easy to keep in contact with and delivered everything on the day that I had hoped for. We had approximately 50 adult guests ranging from 20 somethings – 80 year olds and his repertoire was fabulous with something for everyone. He also left streamed music playing before and in between his two live sets. There were ten young (and somewhat enthusiastic) children who all loved his music too and some were dancing very close to him but he wasn’t at all perturbed. All our guests, who included other musicians, commented on how good he was and how much they enjoyed it. Some said that they were fascinated by the ‘live looping’ and how skilled he was at it. My husband had no idea there was going to be live music and it absolutely made his day. Hopefully you’ve gathered by now that I have been really very impressed by Dave. My only regret was that I was kept so busy during the party that I wasn’t able to just sit and listen! Dave, you were exactly what we needed and we would have no hesitation in booking you again or indeed recommending you to others... THANK YOU."

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"Firstly we, Kestrel, would like to thank you for the part you both played in ensuring that our celebration of achieving three Queens Awards for International Trade at the House of Commons was such a huge success. We appreciate that it is no mean feat to tackle the large amount of process, forms and general red tape required to gain access to the Houses of Parliament, have yourselves and your equipment approved, and set up within an extremely short time frame. You also managed all of their decibel and internal requirements without any one from Kestrel needing to have any involvement – which is very much appreciated on such a busy occasion. Leaving me free to manage all other aspects of the event, without needing to be involved in the music and entertainment. When we heard you play at the Hoste Arms in Burnham Market, we were extremely impressed especially with the combination saxophone music and really feel that the variety of music you can provide makes you flexible enough to attend a wide range of events. That along with your organisational skills and professional attitude is hugely to be commended. We would not hesitate to use you again, with or without the saxophone, and equally to recommend you to other high profile events within both the corporate and the private entertainment sector. Another massive plus for us was the feedback we received from our guests, who absolutely loved the evening and many were to be found just enjoying listening to your music and we received comments on the night and also feedback to say that it really made the evening. Once again thank you to you both, and please don’t hesitate to contact us should you ever require more formal references for other engagements."

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"Would like to say a massive thank you! They were amazing, exactly what we wanted! Lovely people too!! Thank you so much for making our 20th anniversary so special. We wish you every bit of success. Lisa xx"

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"Kevin was DJ at our wedding. The kids absolutely loved the lights and had a good range of music. Great music that got the adults up and dancing. He was really polite and accommodating. Would definitely recommend him and if we through another party we would ask for him again"

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