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"Gemma & Brendan sang at my daughter's wedding at Cain Manor last week. For as long as I can remember, it has been my daughter's wish to enter the ceremony to Andrea Boccelli's "The Prayer." Gemma & Brendan performed this and other classics with such feeling and grace that it surpassed all of our expectations. There was hardly a dry eye in the house. I have no hesitation in recommending them."

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"We had a small afternoon tea party to celebrate a 60th birthday and Michael's beautiful classical and popular guitar repertoire in the background was a perfect way to make it special. Many thanks."

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"Sam was amazing in every way - he was accomodating with all song requests and played our ceremony and reception drinks beautifully! He was such a professional and entertaining performer. Even before we booked Sam, he accommodated every query I had - I including sending me a bespoke video of songs I wanted him to perform! Thank you so much Sam!"

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Thanks, Louisa! I was really pleased to be part of such a lovely day - and the weather played nice!

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"So pleased that we found Madhu for our party. She was brilliant! So easy to speak with and plan the style of music we wanted. She really set the atmosphere for us and was fabulous at interacting with our guests. Especially great when she walked around the house getting people to singalong and dance. MadsyP is a great musician who we can highly recommend for any event. Looking forward to seeing her again soon."

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"What an amazing wedding day we had, the sun was shining and such beautiful music playing at our outdoor drinks reception, you made our day that bit more magical, we have had so many comments on how fantastic you were. Thank you for being the icing on our (wedding) cake, perfect! "

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"Gemma is absolutely amazing she performed at our wedding in July at leasowe castle Hotel what a fantastic performance . Gemma can sing from opera to dance she has an amazing talent a fantastic performer thank you so much for making our day very special lots of love Mr and Mrs Spence xxx"

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"Wow and a huge thank you for playing during our wedding on Saturday. Loads of our guests commented on how amazing the harp sounded. Many thanks again. Jennie and Stuart, Ettington Chase, October 2013."

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"The very first time we heard Gemma Ashley sing, she performed "In the Arms of an Angel" on a YouTube channel. We absolutely loved her voice and knew she would be the ideal singer for our Christmas wedding in 2022, and we were so fortunate that our wedding date suited her diary. Little did we know, then, that Gemma would - in a metaphorical sense - come to provide those very angelic, reassuring arms for us on our wedding day, as we were faced with a number of unexpected challenges (including train strikes, snow chaos, and traffic delays). It all added to the stresses of the day, particularly for the bridal party, who were not sure they would even make it to wedding in time. However, the moment we entered the Church and were met by Gemma's soaring aria as she performed her opening song to the Groom ("Nella Fantasia"), any worries and anxieties magically disappeared. Instead, a wonderful sense of calm and serenity descended - like arms of an angel - where Gemma's song, accompanied on the piano by amazing Paolo Freitas, literally transported us to a breathtakingly beautiful, almost etheral, space in time. From that point, everything fell into place, and Gemma became our guiding light and steadfast beacon for the rest of the day and evening. Not only was she our amazing soprano for our wedding ceremony, singing five songs in four different languages (Italian, Latin, Portuguese and English!), but she single-handedly provided the full musical entertainment for our wedding reception, covering everything from Depeche Mode to Abba - and even led the wedding party in a surprise Les Miserables flash mob! We are indebted to Gemma for making our wedding day the huge and unforgettable success that it was; her work ethic and professionalism is second to none, and her warmth, great sense of humour and generosity of spirit is something we will never forget. We feel we did not just hire a singer for our special day, but a true artist who engaged everyone with her presence and creative performance, and who has become a friend for life. We cannot recommend Gemma enough. She will bring joy and light and life-time memories to any special events, giving 110% until the very moment the lights go out for the night. Perhaps the greatest testament to the lasting effect that Gemma had on our wedding day was when the Priest himself leaned over and whispered to us during the ceremony: "Where did you find this singer? She is fantastic." We would only like to add that choosing this lovely young woman to sing at our wedding, and at the reception, was one of the best, if not the best, decision, that we made when arranging our wedding. Thank you so much, Gemma. We love you xxx."

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"An absolutely outstanding Performer! Punctual , polite and attentive to everyone. He made our party absolutely fantastic. We can’t wait to find an excuse to book him again ! "

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"Thank you, thank you, thank you! What a night! What a party!!!"

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"Gemma was a great addition to the Christmas Party, engaging with the audience and sounded fantastic. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend or re-book for another event."

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"Just a quick note to say thank you for being our soloist in last week’s Gala concert to celebrate our 60th Anniversary. Everyone is still talking about your singing and how wonderful you were, thank you for being with us and making the whole evening more special."

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"I cannot thank Robert enough for making our wedding day so special. His entire playlist was beautiful and he created the perfect atmosphere for our big day. He received such good feedback from all of my guests and I could not recommend him more. Thanks so much!"

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"A wonderful performance on Saturday at our birthday event. A highly talented musician, having studied for two music degrees. Her performance of both Irish and other music on both Fiddle and Flute was superb and greatly appreciated by all at our large lunchtime event for over 100 guests within a marquee. My husband was thrilled to hear his Irish tunes on both the Fiddle and the Flute. She had had to travel quite some distance and was very obliging when I asked her to travel the evening before. Excellent, and a very good find."

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"Melissa, thank you again. My now wife and I thought you were truly exceptional. Such a professional."

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