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"'Swing Gitan UK joined the Nottingham Jazz Orchestra on the bill of the Christmas Jazz Fest last weekend. Having seen Swing Gitan a number of times, I have always been massively impressed with the musical and technical ability of all members of the band. Their music would sound at home on the streets or riverbank walkways of Paris, but we were lucky enough for them to join us for a unique lineup of bands. Within just a few bars of their first number, (insert what you played first here, I can't remember, sorry lol), it is clear to all that Elliott Lewis and Wayne Jefferies, who take the positions as guitarists within the band, are masters of their instruments and faithfully re-create the music of Django Reinhardt, but adding their own style to numbers such as Minor Swing, Blue Bossa, and Undecided. Joined by bassist Rob Coates and James Tolhurst completing the lineup, their enthusiasm is infectious and the music always driving. If you ever get the chance to catch these guys doing a set, you will not be disappointed!' "

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"Thanks to Blitz Band for making the Ball a big success, everyone was up dancing. The band was so versatile and all great performers. "

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"Huge thank you to rachel for singing at our wedding it was amazing and brought a tear to everybodys eye. The service we have recieved throughout has been exceptional, we cant thank you enough. Rebecca and Andrew Hughes. "

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"We would like to thank you and all your team ,and your wives my dancing partners lol, for such a fantastic night ,mum was very impressed and really enjoyed her birthday, everyone said how fantastic you all were and they had never heard a band that good in a long time, you were fantastic and made not just my mums night but everyonelses too, so a big thank you to you all once again for a brilliant night, hope to use again sometime in the future,also I will leave a review on your page of how fantastic you all were, cannot thank you all enough for such a great evening. Hope you all take care and hope to see you in the future, such lovely people yourselves and please thank all the wives for being such good sports too."

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"Very talented musicians and vocalists, I was fortunate to be a guest at Melissa and Matt's wedding in Cornwall where they were playing and it was an incredible set that they put together and a great evening. The musical arrangements they reworked to show their abilities were brilliant and the camaraderie and enjoyment shone through from both the band members and the guests. It was fantastic! "

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"Awesome representation of modern songs in a swing vintage style. Very professional musicians, they create a great atmosphere with an interactive and friendly approach. Excellent - 5*"

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"Professional throughout they were popular with all our guests and got many people up onto the dance-floor. They sounded amazing and fitted really well into our evening reception. They were also willing to make announcements so that everyone could come and watch our last dance before we headed off on honeymoon. We would happily recommend them to anyone who wants a fun and upbeat band to entertain at their party and provide great music to dance to."

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"It was a truly amazing experience to have you sing for us this afternoon. I really can’t thank you enough. You are such a delight, both as a singer and a person. "

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"Thanks Hot Rock Brass Band – you were all superb – it was such a fun night – thank you! "

Reply by Hot Rock Brass Band
Thank you. It's always fun to play for the Chelsea Arts Club ball. Graham

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"Just a line to thank you so much for your set at our party. You really were excellent. As people left and in the thank you notes so many people commented on what a great band you are and how much they enjoyed your music. Very professional and very talented. "

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"Booked Deep Down Brass for our evening wedding entertainment. Great communication in advance of the day. Seamless set up and clear away on the day and worked really well in conjunction with a DJ. Very talented musicians and great set list. Guest also loved it and particularly enjoyed when they walked through the crowd with the instruments. Made everyone feel included even if they weren’t able to dance. Would absolutely recommend Deep Down Brass. They were superb"

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"We thank you from our hearts for a spectacular evening – we would have paid any amount of money to hear you sing. Your voice is ‘ flawless’ and unique with such a beautiful quality, effortless. The jazz musicians were also excellent – our wedding guests were equally captivated."

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"We just wanted to get in touch again to thank you guys for the wonderful show you put on for our wedding on Saturday night! Everyone had such a great time, and absolutely loved your performance. You were a real highlight and we can't thank you enough."

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"Wonderful duo - Jess has a lovely voice and Nick plays instrumentals excellently. we highly recommend them."

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"Outstanding! Deep Down Brass played at our wedding reception and were truly amazing. Adam and the rest of boys were great from start to finish. Communication with the band was quick and easy. They responded to dozens of questions we had in advance of the big day (usually within the hour) and helped to put together a wonderful playlist, accommodating several specific requests. They put our minds at ease with their responsiveness and professionalism. On the day, the band arrived on time, set up quickly and quietly and proceeded to play two wonderful 50min sets ranging from our first dance to some rather drunken dancing late in the evening. With a rather small wedding, we were concerned that no one would be dancing, but Deep Down Brass had everyone up and on the dance floor with their amazing music and infectious energy."

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