Review Centre: Specialist Musicians

"Thank you so much for putting me at ease when it came to the music at my party and helping to liaise with the DJ and organise the playlist! You bought the vibes and I couldn’t recommend enough! "

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"I saw Robin Curtis playing at the Balcony bar in St.Ives a few weekends ago. He played some great sing-along songs and everyone there was having a wonderful time! There was a really good atmosphere at the gig and I would definitely see him again!"

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"Well what can I say about this guy. Wow. Absolutely blown away with the surprise and the unbelievable talent of Raf. He not only played our wedding song he adapted to every type of music and played to each song. Just incredible. Everyone was on the dance floor, that could find space, to enjoy it. It was something we could have only wished for and luckily for us it came true! Talking to Raf outside he was such a lovely person, chatty, friendly and upbeat which is exactly what you want on your wedding day. Can't thank you enough for making our wedding extra special and would highly recommend him to anyone! Hope to see you again in the future! Drinks are on us. Mr and Mrs Mcleod."

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"Preview: Allan Stewart’s Big Big Variety Show at the King’s Theatre, Edinburgh. It certainly is a small world. Quite extraordinary whom one can meet by chance, when travelling far from home. Ken Scott and I are currently enjoying an epic adventure on board the Silver Shadow cruise ship, circumnavigating South America. On this two month Grand Voyage from Fort Lauderdale,Florida, we sailed via Key West through the Panama Canal south to Ecuador, Peru, Chile, to the other British isles – the Falkland Islands – and north again to Uruguay and then the Parisian-inspired, tango dancing city of Buenos Aires. Joining the ship here as we set sail towards Brazil was a guest entertainer, Sarah Chandler, a charming young British Saxophonist. Her stylish, sassy, show attracted a large audience for her repertoire of jazz classics such as Sway and Stranger on the Shore. While in Rio during the Carnaval weekend, we met Sarah for a chat over cool cocktails on the Pool Deck. 92F in the shade! Her internationally renowned professional career on board cruise ships began around seven years ago. While appearing in a production of Calamity Jane in Margate, she heard by sheer chance that P & O cruises were urgently requiring a Sax player to replace an injured musician. Sarah was soon jetting off from the south of England to Barbados to embark on the Arcadia for a Caribbean voyage. This was the start of a successful career both on land (Sydney Opera House, Royal Albert Hall) and at sea across the globe. (Silversea, P&O, Cunard, Carnival and Holland America). She studied the saxophone, piano, cello, flute and clarinet, graduating from Canterbury University with a Masters in composition and BA in music performance. Performing the alto and soprano sax is her true passion, blending a repertoire of jazz, classical, pop and funk. An exciting and innovative venture has been Sarah’s recent creation of a female Sax band, Saxation. This quirky quartet presents a lively, tightly choreographed show. Although established in 2014, they have already performed on board Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth. The good news is that you don’t have to board a ship to see Saxation on stage. Sarah together with her super sax players, Claire McGarahan, Stacy Docherty and Sophie Burk are appearing in Allan Stewart’s Big Big Variety Show at the King’s Theatre, Edinburgh from 8-11 April. Allan Stewart is perhaps best known to Edinburgh audiences for his brilliant portrayal as Dame in the annual Pantomime over the Festive season. The Variety show will also feature his fellow panto stars, Grant Stott and Andy Gray, comedians, Kev Orkian and Jo Caulfield, the McRoberts Brothers and a classic Big Band. You may wonder why and how Saxation are invited to take part in Allan Stewart’s Variety show. Flash back to 2007 when “little Sarah” was experiencing her debut on the Arcadia; a certain Allan Stewart was on board performing his comedy and music cabaret, in which Sarah was a backing singer. Another serendipitous moment, and they have worked together many times since. Sarah disembarked on the third day in Rio to fly off to Peru to join another cruise ship. But in six weeks or so, she will be heading to Edinburgh with the three other Saxation girls to strut their stuff on the King’s Theatre stage. Having seen Sarah’s solo show on the Silver Shadow, and also the You Tube video of Saxation quartet, this is sure to be a glamorous, sexy, super-Saxy performance. Catch them if you can!"

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"This gentleman helped us give my auntie a beautiful send off today. Not only did he stand in the pooring rain whilst playing perfectly, he also took time out to meet and console my family. He could have waited indoors for the hearse to arrive but he chose to play to my Aunties neighbours whilst we waited. He was the last to leave my aunties home yet managed to be the 1st to arrive at the crematorium to play us in. I left the choice of music in his capable hands and im so glad i did, he had the professional ability to match the right tune to the present mood. I would strongly recommend Malcolm for any event. Unfortunately he is unavailable to play on the date of our wedding, i might just have to reschedule the date to ensure he can attend ?. Thank you Malcolm (true gentleman)"

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"George Thankyou so much for coming to (---) today to play the Bagpipes. I know how Mummy loved hearing you play on Christmas day and how she said with pride "My father was 100% Scottish." She will be sadly missed by so many; she would also approve of this wonderful send off you've made possible."

Reply by Oxford Wedding Piper
Playing for you has always been a delight but this was an honour.

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"Jermaine set the atmosphere for what turned out to be a truly wonderful night. His professionalism shone out as well as his obvious talent, a definite must have for any sophisticated event. Thank you Jermaine."

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"I first heard Andrew's music on a CD my Mum had and I absolutely loved it. He can make his violin sing in a really beautiful and harmonious way that is lovely to listen to. His Romantic Classics CD also seems to put my 7-week-old son in a very good mood!"

Reply by Andreas Bollywood, All Styles Violin
Dear Emily, thank you so much for the review. I think music is not just soothing, but also healing and spiritual, which makes it all worthwhile. It would be a pleasure to perform for you sometime or if you would like some more of my c.D's please let me know :) best wishes to all the family, Andreas

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"Estevao was very friendly, polite and co-operative throughout the procurement process, and he performed brilliantly on the day. We couldn't ask for a better outcome, and would fully recommend him to anyone else looking for a classical guitarist who can also play some contemporary music. "

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"Spud came to my work place, The Craigellachie Hotel, to pipe for a large group of Portugese guests as part of a traditional Scottish dinner and they loved it!! They all asked about him the following morning and we spoke about how i had known him for several years, through other events and family, and he was the best in the industry. He never fails to bring a crowd together (even when there are language barriers!) and it’s always a pleasure having him and listening to him do what he does best! Safe to say we’ll be seeing him again soon! X"

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"Thanks so much Olly! We really enjoyed the music and had so many comments and compliments about how great you were to pass on. "

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"We booked James to play at our wedding, and he was amazing. Everybody was full of praise and he was so engaging with our guests. We thought he sounded brilliant on his promo videos but to hear him live was exceptional. It was like having our own private concert with an A-list performer. We couldn’t recommend James highly enough. In the run up to the big day James’ communication and organisation was second to none. Also helped by him being a super nice guy!"

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"You played my pal's wedding yesterday. Absolutely brilliant work and you're clearly very talented. I'd recommend this woman for any event, and I'm going to be checking out her music as it's mesmerising to listen to."

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"Thanks for last night, we had an amazing time! Everyone complimented your singing, you're so very talented - you made the party so much better than I had imagined it would be A true talent!"

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"Absolutely amazing from start to finish. I have seen matt play at a few of my family members weddings and have always said I would have him for mine which I did and I am so so glad that I did, it was the perfect touch to a perfect day I would highly recommend! Thank you so much."

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