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"It's hard to put into words just how fantastic Jazz Eclipse were on our wedding day. They’re both truly incredible musicians that sounded so fantastic and being an acoustic duo didn’t stop them from bringing the party! I think if anyone is looking for amazing music that sounds like the demos alongside talent, kindness and great communication then look no further these are the guys for the job! "

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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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"We experienced the wonderful soothing Jazz tones of Sonia and her band at Penlee Park Open Air Theatre. Sonia and the team played in this unique setting and entertained us with an evening of Gin and Jazz. The highly skilled musicians, with their double bass, keys, flute and saxophone accompanied the amazing vocals to many a well loved tune. We would highly recommend going along to one of their future gigs, or booking them for your own gig!"

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"Vibrant Jazz were brilliant. Provided exactly the right music for our party in the garden on a beautiful summers day greatly appreciated by all our guests.Dan and Charlie both professional and charming. Will definitely be using them again when the occasion arises."

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"I saw the misophone collective performing in Leeds last night night and the atmosphere was terrific! All highly accomplished musicians with so much fun energy. The whole crowd loved them!! "

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"Thank you all so much for your amazing performance on Saturday evening, which was everything I could have hoped for! Your music was brilliant, got everyone up dancing and I can’t tell you how many people told me afterwards 'how brilliant the 1920s band were’. As soon as you played your first song I knew we’d struck gold! It couldn’t have been more perfect given the whole Gatsby theme and everyone so dressed up, so thank you all so much. You may be interested to know that we raised an astonishing £7,000 on the night! With just 96 people in the room…amazing! Thanks again Matthew and I'll not hesitate to recommend you if anyone should ask me for a fabulous 20’s Jazz Band!"

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"The play list was pitched perfectly for the occasion, and the quality of the performance was super. We would recommend you unreservedly."

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"I was extremely pleased with Dinner Jazz Duo - they played two sets for my father's birthday party. They took requests, engaged with guests and were generally a pleasure to have around. I'd certainly book them again."

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"Thanks Charlie. You guys were great."

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"He was incredible and the clip on Youtube doesn't do him justice. Fabulous singer. We had so many positive comments about him and how good he was. Would highly recommend."

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"Just wanted to say how great you all were at my sister in law's wedding. There were so many fabulous comments from the guests and I know the bride and groom where over the moon with you. I'm so glad I recommended you to play because you really set the mood which they wanted for their special day. Thank you again!"

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"Just a quote note to thank Rachael and the band for an excellent job on Saturday evening. Their energy was amazing and they gave a great performance, thank you"

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"Fabulous night's entertainment by The Girls, I would have no hesitation in recommending them to all of my friends, keep up the good work and hopefully book you again in the near future."

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"Kian sang at our charity ball on sat 16th Nov 2019 and he really was amazing. A great voice and such a lovely man. Everyone loved him and we really would highly recommend him. We will book him for future events x"

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"We were so happy Casado played at our wedding! They were so so friendly and very open to our requests, including some specific songs from musicals and Disney films. They also played some favourite jazz pieces that we asked for in addition to their own repertoire of swing and Latin jazz, which suited the occasion perfectly. Our guests loved the live music during the drinks reception, outside on the terrace. Casado were very flexible and worked closely with us to make our day very special. The mix of instruments was lovely and made their whole set feel so fun. They were incredibly accommodating and everything we could have wished for. We would highly recommend them for any occasion!"

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