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Funky Business - The Ultimate Party Band - UK and Overseas -
The best fun you can have with your clothes on ..........
Atlantic Bridge Lively Celtic music from Canada, Ireland and Scotland; fiddle, mandolin, guitar, Irish pipes, flute whistles, vocals, percussion; dance caller available.Why the name? Both the music and the musicians come from the two sides of the Atlantic, and as well as playing the traditional tunes and songs of Ireland and Scotland, Atlantic Bridge has a vast store of Canadian Celtic tunes, which have their own style and energy. Phone: Terry Arsenault on 01256 329702 or 0778 873 3593 penny.phenix@lineone.net
Cover Story is an experienced five-piece function band. Will be happy to send a demo and up-to-date playlist to you.  Southwest London and Surrey. Tel: 0208581 7525 Fax: 0870 1303877 Mob: 07711 734426 info@coverstory.co.uk

FREESPIRIT Based in London, UK, this show band performs in the UK & World Wide at the most prestigious venues, corporate events and exclusive private functions. Fronted by superb black female vocalist Val Kelly, this 4-6 piece (up to 10 musicians) delivers high energy 60s-2000s dance music as well as cool sophisticated jazz/soul/Easy Listening background music... CV, Photos, CD available on request. TEL: (44) (0) 208 291 79 11 FAX: (44) (0) 709 221 77 35 freespiritval66@hotmail.com

~ ~ ~ London Ceilidh and Country Music Bands ~ ~ ~

Crewneck Ceilidh BandThe Dance Specialists. For an Event to remember in the South of England. Based Middlesex will travel. Ask for # 238
Wraggle Taggle Ceilidh Band from a duo to a six-piece, amplified or acoustic, with or without a caller. They play Irish, Scottish, English and American songs and tunes. They are both sensitive to the occasion and responsive to the mood of the audience. London + 100 miles. Inc - Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Bedfordshire Ask for # 307

~Pipers and Bagpipers ~

PIPER ~ Berkshire, Bucks, Central London. I am also a Bagpipe Instructor and formerly served with The Scots Guards. I wear full dress and can cover weddings in Berks, Bucks and Central London. I can also provide Dancers and Pipe Band / Mini Band as required. I currently play with the Pride of Murray Pipe Band, Cranford. (Heathrow). Ask for # 96
PIPER John Turner Single pipers, Mini bands, Full pipe band, Highland dancers and a band of Sword fighters complete with MAKE-UP! This goes down well for after dinner corporate entertainment. All the pipers including myself, have full order including Feather bonnets. We wear Ancient Maclean of Duart tartan. In the past year, our group has appeared in Spain three times, Italy  , Moscow, Finland, France, and hungary. not forgetting a month in South Korea. John Turner was in the Scots Guards, and has pipers  from the Gordons other civilian bands including St lawrence O'Toole. Kent/London/Worldwide. Ask for # 606

~ ~ ~ Barbershop Quartet ~ ~ ~
Mid Life Crisis Barbershop Quartet - Herts, Beds, Cambridgeshire & London Ask for # 230
Flamenco Guitar - Juan Ramirez - Viva Flamenco - Flamenco Dance Group (any size can be provided) including dancers, guitarist & singer. Ask for # 563

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~ Steel Bands ~

~ ~ ~ LONDON JAZZ, BLUES & SOUL BANDS~ ~ ~

The Chris Walker Quintet was formed in 1987 following a one-off Sunday lunchtime session for the Southampton Jazz Society. Ask for # 246
Just Jazz - Stormy Weather -Together we compile bands of different sizes and styles from Trad/Dixieland to swing. Razzmajazz and Gemini and play in others (see below). Based Oxfordshire but travel widely to gigs. Ask for # 243
Pete Bennetto Trio Tasteful easy-listening jazz for wedding parties; for background and/or dancing. We play at party events at large and small private/hotel venues, mainly in London area and S. E. Ask for # 255
Dave Chandler Quintet :Cocktail and dixieland jazz for listening or dancing, guaranteed to make your wedding party go with a swing. We are a well-established London-based band with many years experience at weddings, parties, clubs, festivals, promotional events, at hotel or private venues. Available in the London area and elsewhere. A complimentary CD recording is available on request. Ask for # 255
Acoustic Jass a quartet (Trumpet, Clarinet, Banjo & Sousaphone) that play a mixture of well known jazz, blues & popular tunes of the 1900's to 1940's. London , Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire, Berkshire, Surrey, Sussex & Somerset. Ask for # 385
Syrinx Jazz Guitar, Jazz Trio, Piano, Dixieland Jazz Trio (also Harp duo with a flautist ) Based Suffolk Ask for # 325
'Jazz Circle' have a pool of players ready to perform as a duo, trio, quartet, quintet etc. and in many musical styles, all to suit the customer. The group is organised by Richard Pryce on bass and Justin Woodward on vibraphone/keyboards. London & Home Counties Ask for # 411
The Gershwin Gang is fast becoming one of the country's leading society jazz trios. The band's reputation has spread fast. In May, they provided entertainment in the presence of Her Majesty the Queen, at The Royal Windsor Horse Show. Other 1999 highlights include Ascot, 'The Ritz' Hotel, and the Royal Lancashire Show as well as numerous private and corporate functions from London to Edinburgh. Subscribing to the principle that the old songs really are the best, the Manhattan-style trio specialises in the well-known jazz songs written by the Gershwin brothers, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin and others, and made popular by Fred Astaire, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole and Sinatra. The Gershwin Gang - "so old fashioned it's alternative" UK Wide. Ask for # 415
JAZZ MOODS TRIO - Smooth Dinner jazz sounds with classic jazz repertoire and all the well known favourites. A hugely popular Trio inside or out. Soothing sounds of the saxophone accompanied by double bass, with guitar or piano performing classic repertoire of great music from composers like Gershwin, Rodgers & Hart, Cole Porter and others Ask for # 363 Sheena Davies Group Covering a range of styles including Jazz and easy listening right through to Pop and dance music. - Female Vocals Ask for # 363 Goyesca String Trio ( classical ) Sheena Davies Group (jazz and pop covers) --- Blue Harlem (Big Band Swing & R&B) --- Lindsay Holiday Ensemble (Jazz + R*B) Ask for # 363
Gemini Jazz provides Dixieland, Traditional and Mainstream Jazz from 4-6 piece. We specialise an adapting to your needs - you want it quiet and sophisticated? That's us - you want a rave up? That's us, too. Also: Classic Jazz (mainstream sextet). For a rough guide to fee calculation use this formula : (((Number or musicians) x 80) + 1£0) + 10%). So, for a sextet in the Oxford area the fee is likely to be £550, quartet £ 363. Ask for # 243
Roofgarden Jazz Ensemble
Biography: Established in 1998, the Roofgarden Jazz Ensemble has had vast experience playing at weddings and receptions. The band are able to perform a hugely varied programme, from 1920's jazz standards through to modern soul. Our current repertoire list includes over 200 songs, although any special requests from the bride or groom will be given special consideration and a full arranging service is offered should a piece of music be unavailable in print.
The band can perform in a two to eight piece line-up depending on your requirements/venue size restrictions. Whilst traditional jazz band instruments are commonly used, they can be interspersed with instruments rarely seen in jazz ensembles such as the violin. The band is currently resident jazz ensemble of The Landmark Hotel, London and their most recent concert engagement has been two appearances at the Summer 2000 Stockley Park Jazz Festival.
Roofgarden players have all received conservatoire training, and are greatly experienced performers. Roofgarden is full of energy and is guaranteed to make your wedding or reception a great success! Roofgarden is based in London but will travel to any event throughout the United Kingdom. Ask for # 587
Sax and Honey - Jazz Duo
Married couple, Lynden and Andrea. Lynden is from London, Andrea from NZ. Andrea was one of NZ's finest jazz vocalists, sang with all the top people.
Has sang at London's 606 club in Chelsea, had radio exposure and cut a CD. Lynden studied saxophone at London's college "the city Lit" and Brunell
university. Lynden is in several London based bands and teaches privately. Line up: Lynden on Sax , Andrea on vocals, together with backing tracks especially recorded for the duo, bass, drums and keyboard. Style: Well known jazz covers, instantly recognisable to all, smooth cool jazzy style. We are prepared to play anywhere, although it works out cheaper for the client the nearer to London they are! We would, and have, play in any country if the client pay our travelling expenses! From £ 150 Ask for # 243

SOUL BANDS:
Royal Scam SOLID SOUL & POWER POP. The 10 Piece Show Band with the Horniest Horn Section Around ! ! London/Surrey, Middx, Berks, Hants Ask for #148
Soultown A tribute to the Motown record Label & Soul greats of the 60's & 70's. Highly danceable, very funky - lots of popular, well known songs. London ++ Ask for #197
Tonic 5 piece soul band playing soul standards. Line up is Vocals, Guitar, Sax, Bass/Vocals, Drums/Vocals. London and the Home counties. Ask for #182
UK Gospel Corale and a gospel soul soul group URBAN VOICE -- Birmingham - Manchester - London Ask for # 450
BLUE HARLEM - Big Band swing and R&B - Female Vocals Ask for # 363
LINDSAY HOLIDAY JAZZ ENSEMBLE - Superb entertainment from this star of TV radio and theatre. Repertoire includes Duke Ellington, Billie holiday and more. (Jazz + R*B) Ask for # 363

~ ~ Cover Bands, 60's groups etc.~ ~
 

Funky Business and Satellite Bands -- UK WIDE & Overseas - Dynamic live show, big-stage, big venue, house rocking, show making, dance frenzy of a band. The best in funkin', stompin', good time classic 70's Disco / Soul band

The Cosmic Sausages The Ultimate Party Band ( I really mean that - d@vid) The Cosmic Sausages are a 5 piece psycoskiffle folk roots street band made up of Fiddle, Mandolin, Guitar, Accordian and Double bass, sweet harmonies, delicious clothes and material ranging from the most beautiful jigs and reels, Eastern European folk tunes and Russian Polka's to the latest hits of Madonna and Prince. Ask for # 233
The Oscar Bernhardt Ensemble 30's & 40's Swing & Latin Music - We play lively swing and latin music good for both dancing and listening and appealing to a wide range of ages and tastes. We have a repertoire of over 350 songs, see our sample playlist including some RealAudio samples. We have recieved many letters of thanks, see a small sample of these letters. See our sample client list. Are based in Manchester and London and play throughout the UK. Fees from £400 in the Manchester area. Ask for # 406 The Oscar Bernhardt Ensemble are available as a 3,4 or 5 piece ensemble and featuring female singers on request.
THE LAURIE TAYLOR BAND is probably one of the most experienced in London. Throughout the year we play at every top Hotel and have done for many years. we go from a Trio to a Big Band and cover EVERY era of Music. We also offer a light/background music unit called MUSIC UNLIMITED which consists of Sax/Clarinet and either Guitar or Piano. Completely accoustic and able to play in a confined space. Ideal for Receptions and Dinners where volume is a concern. Also we offer SOLO SAX. Will work any area. From 4 piece Band upwards. Programme of Music to suit ALL eras. From Sinatra to Cher. Tamla Motown, Beatles, ABBA, Tina Turner all covered in one nights Music, plus Latin etc. Ask for # 268
Blame are a covers band who cater for the more uptempo of requirements while still being able to adjust for the quieter side when required. Their repertoire is drawn from the 60's through to the present day. London and the home counties Ask for # 145
Cover Story Cover Story is an experienced five-piece function band. Will be happy to send a demo and up-to-date playlist to you.  Southwest London and Surrey Tel: 0208581 7525 Fax: 0870 1303877 Mob: 07977 536999 info@coverstory.co.uk
Crazy Jain can perform as a 4-piece band (including drums) or as a duo (if space is a restriction) with ten years experience under their belt. CRAZY JAIN was created in the 90's in a musical kibbutz in Kingston, SW London. They mix the spirit, image, harmony and energy of music's greatest moments with 90's technology and production for the millennium. Their music is a fusion of various cultures expressed in a Western pop idiom, the songs reflecting the different environments the Band have evolved through. Ask for # 375
Fire and Rain Duo who specialise in covers from the 60s through to the 90s (with a heavy 70s influence). Their range is vast and constantly expanding, with currently over 150 songs in their repertoire. Ask for # 152
MOJO FILTER - Sussex, Kent, London Ask for # 232
Standing Room Only We cover most of the GREAT music from the 60's to the 90's ----The Beatles and Stones etc through to Oasis and Crowded House. A great female vocalist, Carrie Cooper, has just joined the band. Our fees start at £ 500 UKP this is the minimum and , obviously, the price varies depending on location,time of expected arrival, playing time etc. - Bucks - Bedford Ask for # 126
BETWEEN THE LINES A 5 piece band specialising in country rock. We do numbers by e.g Mavericks, Trisha Yearwood. We also do loads of rock numbers and well known songs from sixties to nineties. One singer/rythym guitar, lead guitar, bass guitar, keyboard/backing vocal, and drums. We also offer line dancing tuition within a gig if that is required (by Donna) Donna and Geoff (lead guitarist) regularly run line dancing classes locally in Bucks. Bucks/Berks/Herts/West London but wider Home Counties possibly. Ask for # 416
Virtual Abba -- Worlds greatest Abba band   & Glitterball 2000 70's disco classics  CD available - must see --  2 Bands - 7 musicians (individually or together) (also Techno/trance DJ)  Based Bristol & London - Southern England Ask for # 442
Brother 2 Brother 5pc London band with a reputation for delivering great songs with an authentic energy and total command of their instruments - guaranteeing to leave everyone wanting more! A full dance floor has always been our aim! Recently played at wedding of former BRIDES & SETTING UP HOME magazine publisher. Ask for # 534
HECTORS HOUSE ~~ 5 piece covers band playing music from the 50s, 60s and 70s. Available for weddings or private functions. (demo available on request) £400-£500, and that a live demo of our acoustic set, recorded at the Hermit in Brentwood is available on request. London, Essex, Surrey, Sussex,  Kent, Suffolk, Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire Ask for # 366
Riviera Breeze Immaculate presentation, harmony vocals, a professional instrumental sound and stunning lighting are the hallmarks of Riviera Breeze - THE prestige function band in the South of England.This, lively entertaining four piece combine Keyboards, Bass guitar, Drums and the latest technology to compliment the superb sound of their vocals and harmonies. The end result - a 'full' sound which surpasses that of many larger bands. But, should you feel that you require even more, then further musicians and vocalists can be added to meet your exact specifications.
Their friendly, professional attitude, years of experience and ability to play many varied styles of music has taken Riviera Breeze to top venues throughout London and the South East.
With a repertoire covering many of the most popular chart hits from the 50's to today, they guarantee to provide exactly the right music for your wedding.
A brochure, demonstration CD and references are available - please contact us for full details on how Riviera Breeze can complete your special day.
London (Central and Greater) Surrey Sussex Kent Berkshire Ask for # 548
After Dark ~ One of the most sought after acts on the ciruit today, this sensational six-piece function band never fails to pack the dance floor with its exhilarating show, spectacular lighting effects and the latest in sound technology. After Dark is fronted by lead vocalist Natasha and male vocalist/bass player Rob Fisher, and also features gifted saxophonist Chris Beck. A high-octane set spanning the decades from 50’s rock’n’roll through to the latest club dance hits is performed with a professional dynamism and charisma that makes After Dark an instant success with every audience. A regular favourite at corporate events, Ask for # 584
April City We do Tina Turner tributes among others eg Cher, Blondie, etc in our "diamond Divas" act. More info soon. Bucks/Berks/Herts/West London but wider Home Counties possibly. Ask for # 416
CHARM We are an exciting and energetic five piece band covering all the best in dance, soul, rock & pop from the 50's through to today's chart hits. Charm are professional in their attitude and approach and dress accordingly. Every event we play at is a unique and special occasion and we are experts at reading an audience and tailoring our set accordingly as the night progresses.We play over 2hrs worth of music [3x45 mins sets] and have our own 2K P.A.,Lights and we can supply party music in between our sets. So you don't need to hire a disco. We are based in west London but travel all over the U.K. and abroad performing at weddings,hotels,private and corporate functions and last year 1999 we performed at over 150 sucessful events. Ask for # 593
The FATS BERRY BAND is a professional five-piece band comprising Dave (vocals/keyboards), Ronnie (sax, vocals), John (bass, vocals), Roy (guitar), Stan (drums).  We play a wide range of high quality Rock &Roll / Rhythm & Blues hits for dancing and listening at weddings, corporate and private events and other occasions.  The repertoire includes million-selling hits of Fats Domino, Chuck Berry, Louis Jordan, Sam Cooke, Elvis, Little Richard, Ray Charles, Buddy Holly, Smiley Lewis and many more favourites. A CD or tape is available.  We cover London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hants, Berks, Bucks, Herts, Beds, Cambs, Essex, Suffolk. Ask for # 630
Freespirit the showband... is based in London. We perform throughout England and worldwide at the most prestigious venues and exclusive private functions... corporate events, inaugurations, product launches, fashion shows, Grand openings, Summer Balls, Graduations... as well as major nightclubs, casinos and 5 Star hotels. Our repertoire, which includes Funk, Funk/rock, R&B, Soul, Rock, Dance, Rock'n Roll, Blues, latin jazz... varies from James Brown, Tina Turner, Macy Gray, Aretha Franklin, Moloko, Back Street Boys, Kool & the Gang, Britney Spears, Chic, Artful Dodger, Carol King, Commodores, Van Morrison... to Nat King Cole, Gershwin, Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone, Cole Porter etc. etc. etc... Many, many of the greatest Jazz Classics and Dance Hits from the 1930's to present time. Based London Ask for # 635

~ ~ ~ Soul Bands etc ~ ~ ~

Royal Scam SOLID SOUL & POWER POP. The 10 Piece Show Band with the Horniest Horn Section Around ! ! London/Surrey, Middx, Berks, Hants Ask for #148
Soultown A tribute to the Motown record Label & Soul greats of the 60's & 70's. Highly danceable, very funky - lots of popular, well known songs. London ++ Ask for #197
Tonic 5 piece soul band playing soul standards. Line up is Vocals, Guitar, Sax, Bass/Vocals, Drums/Vocals. London and the Home counties. Ask for #182
UK Gospel Corale and a gospel soul soul group URBAN VOICE -- Birmingham - Manchester - London Ask for # 450
BLUE HARLEM - Big Band swing and R&B - Female Vocals Ask for # 363
LINDSAY HOLIDAY JAZZ ENSEMBLE - Superb entertainment from this star of TV radio and theatre. Repertoire includes Duke Ellington, Billie holiday and more. (Jazz + R*B) Ask for # 363

~ ~ ~ Soloists / Duo's ~ ~ ~

PIANIST ~ Tim Jackson. Accomplished and Acclaimed performer. Although only 23 years of age Tim has performed at over 250 weddings and private functions in the past two years. Specialises in Jazz, Pop, Dance styles, Jewish and Traditional Music. Tim is also a top London vocalist specialising in Pop and Soul music. If you want the best for your wedding, Hire the best. Based in London will work all over South East/ M25  Ask for # 577
Victoria Mills and GEMINI - Female Vocal/Dance Duo If it's a touch of class you're after, Victoria Mills is the obvious choice of entertainment. This stunning and sophisticated vocalist has many years experience behind her.  Able to perform everything from jazz classics through to popular party songs and modern chart numbers, Victoria can entertain any crowd - either as 'background music' or providing a more visual performance. Based Cambridgeshire.  Regions covered:  East Anglia, Essex, Hertfordshire, London, Northants, Kent. Ask for # 637
GEMINI - Female Vocal/Dance Duo Want the sound of a full band, but only have room (or the budget!) for a duo?! Look no further - 'Gemini' are the act for you! These two glamorous girls are both highly experienced and can provide all styles of performance: - an evening of sophisticated show songs, cabaret, standards and jazz; an evening of party favourites from 1960's - 1990's or even a set of bang up-to-date 2001 pop/dance/club hits.  Or, if you're not sure, you can request a mixture of all the above!  Whatever type of ambience you require, Victoria Mills and Carla Gray can conjure it up for you!
Based Cambridgeshire.  Regions covered:  East Anglia, Essex, Hertfordshire, London, Northants, Kent. Ask for # 637
Guitar ~ Charango ( folk South America) Edison Astudillo Plaza from Ecuador, musician for 15 years, playing guitar, charango ( folk South America) and lastly .. whistling . I am composer as well and looking forward to meet a publisher to promote my own songs. I am able to sing and whistle whith my backing and just guitar.I have a wide repertory which include music from movies and classical. Ask for # 638 Highly Recommended

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