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Whatever your wedding calls for, we can provide all musical styles. From String Quartet to Salsa, from Harpists to Historical. SEND your name, contact details and function date together with the type of Music required to our music agency. Add musician reference number if you are interested in any of the acts below. CONTACT . . Selwyn Dorfman GershGang@aol.com
JAZZ - The Gershwin Gang  is fast becoming one of the country's leading society jazz trios, performing at 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. Ideal music for Weddings; laid back jazz for the reception/dinner and/or lively up-tempo numbers for the dancing afterwards. ‘Let’s Face The Music and Dance’ to The Gershwin Gang - "so old fashioned it's alternative" UK Wide. Tel: 01606 888 323 Free demo CD on request. E-mail for Brochure, please state function date & location - gershgang@aol.com

Funky Business - The Ultimate Party Band - UK and Overseas -
The best fun you can have with your clothes on ......

ETS ENTERTAINMENTS  - The complete solution for any event. With over 1000 quality artistes available we supply the complete event entertainment service from A to Z from a soloist to a 20 piece band, from a Toastmaster to a TV personality including total 'hands on'  event management if required. Country wide service. Crawley, West Sussex. Tel: 01293 519394. Mob: 07989  880530. E-mail: eddie@etsentertainments.freeserve.co.uk Website: www.etsevents.co.uk  (05/04)

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

Classical Music and Groups for Weddings and Receptions

The Regent String Quartet is a young professional string quartet that was formed at the Royal Academy of Music in 1995 . This London based quartet has extensive experience in performing at wedding services and receptions. The repertoire of the quartet ranges from well known classics to lighter music. Please phone or E-mail for our demo video & availability. Tel: Sarah 07899 758352 or Helen 07947 007976. E-mail: seturner@talk21.com (09/03) Click here for website Throughout London & South-East

ClassicalGuitarist.co.uk ~ Geoff Robb is a classical guitarist who can add an extra touch of style to any social or business occasion. Based in Brighton, he specialises in providing a musical background, both gentle and entertaining for Wedding Receptions, Dinner Parties, Business Functions, Exhibitions and Promotions. Last year he played at nearly 50 weddings and has worked for companies including Honda, Virgin and Debenhams. He has a wide repertoire of classical music ranging from Bach to the “Cavatina,” and specializes in Spanish music featuring all the well-known classics such as “Concerto de Aranjuez” by Rodrigo and the “Asturias” by Albeniz. As well as the UK, he has played in Ireland and Switzerland in a variety of different venues, ranging from the Glastonbury and Edinburgh Festivals, to playing solo with the Argyle Orchestra in Bath, and in The Royal Society for the Arts, London. He is very happy to discuss any special requirements you may have. Visit his website, ClassicalGuitarist.co.uk where you can choose from 45 classical and flamenco soloists and duos. Geoff Robb, 3 Arundel, Terrace Brighton, East Sussex BN2 1GA   01273 676088  Mobile: 07946 671785 geoff@classicalguitarist.co.uk 
 

Operadagio - Weddings and special occasions ~ We take great pleasure in providing music for these one off events. Weddings, Birthdays and Anniversaries are joyful happy events that can be made even more memorable by a trained voice soaring through an uplifting celebratory song.. We can advise on suitable music or sing your favourite. Throughout London and the home counties. Tel: 01462 435728. Mob: 01428 685141. E-mail: andyhart@dcomms.net (12/05)



Country & Ceilidh Bands, Barn Dance

Wraggle Taggle Ceilidh Band - Superb traditional Irish & Scottish music and Ceilidh dance talent. Many years experience of wedding entertainment, touring and recording. Award winning performers. Address 18A Dunollie Road, London NW5 2XP Tel & Fax 020 7267 7737 E-mail: mbailey@belsizesquare.freeserve.co.uk (08/03) CLICK here for website

 


Steel Bands /Salsa etc.

Big Sand Steel Band - A well presented professional steel band, with a first class service and a reputation as a wedding music specialist. UK coverage and experience of performing at all the best venues. A perfect match for drinks receptions as colourful background music. Tel: 0208 421 2987.  E-mail: glewis3280@aol.com Website:  www.bigsand-steelband.co.uk

 

 


Party Bands, Cover Groups, Function Bands etc

 

BOOGIE NIGHTS  are the ultimate party band for Weddings, Parties, Functions and all occasions playing music from the sixties to the present day. Sixties soul, Seventies disco, Eighties groove and Today's dance hits. The one stop entertainment experience. Treat your guests to the best party band around with music for all age groups to enjoy. DJ also available to complete the package. North Chingford, London. Contact Sarah Weller Tel: 020 8926 0706. Mob:07769 700 706. E-mail: boogienightsband@hotmail.com. Website: www.theboogienightsband.co.uk  (06/

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  OUT2PLAY - Surreys' Favourite Function Band - Lively five/six piece, experienced covers band. The ultimate for weddings, parties, private or corporate functions and events.   Get this party started - and continue on with a great mixture of Pop -Rock -Soul- Boogie - Rhythm & Blues. Full details, play list and demo CD or Cassette available. Throughout Surrey, Kent, Sussex and Hampshire. Contact  Becky Tel:01372 843972 or John Tel: 01372 209035. E-mail: out2play@ntlworld.com. (07/04)  

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

Jazz Music

JAZZ - The Gershwin Gang  is fast becoming one of the country's leading society jazz trios, performing at 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. Ideal music for Weddings; laid back jazz for the reception/dinner and/or lively up-tempo numbers for the dancing afterwards. ‘Let’s Face The Music and Dance’ to The Gershwin Gang - "so old fashioned it's alternative" UK Wide. Tel: 01606 888 323 Free demo CD on request. E-mail for Brochure, please state function date & location - gershgang@aol.com

 

 Urban Blue - Jazz/pop/soul band Throughout London and South-East England
Thank you so much for making our wedding go with a swing  it really is great to see a young band playing my favourite jazz standards. What a voice Gemma has I'm sure she will go on to great things! And the soul set finished off the evening perfectly. Thank you Urban Blue!  Richard and Liz Burrell (6/7/02). Urban Blue is a 2-6 piece jazz band with or without vocals. Also soul and pop. From Sinatra and Ella, Gershwin and Cole Porter to Aretha Franklin and Dido. Contact Jamie Salisbury on 07979 668420. E-mail:  jamiesalisbury@yahoo.com. Website: www.urbanbluemusic.co.uk



CLASSICAL & CONTEMPORARY SINGERS FOR WEDDINGS, CEREMONIES AND FUNCTIONS

Operadagio - Weddings and special occasions ~ We take great pleasure in providing music for these one off events. Weddings, Birthdays and Anniversaries are joyful happy events that can be made even more memorable by a trained voice soaring through an uplifting celebratory song.. We can advise on suitable music or sing your favourite. Throughout London and the home counties. Tel: 01462 435728. Mob: 01428 685141. E-mail: andyhart@dcomms.net (12/05)

Highland Pipers

A Piper For All Occasions - The stirring sound of the Great Highland Bagpipe lends a festive and ceremonial atmosphere your Wedding Day.I am an experienced Bagpiper available for any Special Event in London & South East England. Woking, Surrey. Tel: 01932 350100. Mob: 07867 554188.  E-mail: peter@bagpiper.co.uk (01/06)


WEDDING DISCOS, DJ's, LASER & LIGHTSHOWS, KARAOKE, EVENING ENTERTAINMENT

Alltrax Mobile Discotheques  - The quality presentation of music for any occasion. Large or small, formal or informal. Throughout London and the South-East of England. Crawley, West Sussex. Tel: 01293 519394. Mob: 07989  880530 E-mail: eddie@etsentertainments.freeserve.co.uk Website: www.alltraxdiscos.co.uk  (05/04)

Music Agencies and Agents

ETS ENTERTAINMENTS  - The complete solution for any event. With over 1000 quality artistes available we supply the complete event entertainment service from A to Z from a soloist to a 20 piece band, from a Toastmaster to a TV personality including total 'hands on'  event management if required. Country wide service. Crawley, West Sussex. Tel: 01293 519394. Mob: 07989  880530. E-mail: eddie@etsentertainments.freeserve.co.uk Website: www.etsevents.co.uk  (05/04)

Whatever your wedding calls for, we can provide all musical styles. From String Quartet to Salsa, from Harpists to Historical. SEND your name, contact details and function date together with the type of Music required to our music agency. Add musician reference number if you are interested in any of the acts below. CONTACT . . Selwyn Dorfman GershGang@aol.com

Odyssey String Quartet was formed in the Spring of 1995. The Quartet has worked with many of the country's leading chamber music artists including Emanuel Hurwitz, Raphael Wallfisch, Michael Hurwitz and members of the Alberni and Endellion Quartets. Their wise ranging repertoire allows them the versatility to meet the needs of each individual client bringing a level of care, professionalism and "joie de vivre" that is sure to delight.
Repertoire is large and variable and we are willing to add arrangements of pieces on request (an arrangement charge may be administered for this if it is not already for 4tet) Popular Classics such as Eine Kleine, Mozart Divirtimenti, Pachelbel's Canon and Bach Airs form our light classics repertoire. Others include Gershwin arrangements, Jerry Bock, songs from the Musicals and lots more!
London-based, Gloucestershire, Surrey. Ask for # 202

HARPIST Classically trained harpist, Helen Garnons Williams, based in London, available for weddings, evening recitals, soirées. Add that touch of magic to your wedding reception. Private, hotel and corporate commissions undertaken. Ask for # 175

PIANIST ~ Full time job is director of music at a Prep School. Also do a lot of playing at wedding receptions (plus organ at services) parties and the like. I am based on Surrey/Berkshire border so I am happy to travel from, say,  Reading in west to Richmond in the East. I can play all styles of music from jazz, ragtime, classical and today's pop songs. I have a Korg keyboard which I take to gigs where they have no piano. Recent piano jobs include: 3 hr wedding reception for 300 guests in Bagshot/40th birthday party in Camberley/Brighton Golf Club party Ask for # 369

PIANIST, Heather Tomala - former Master's student at the Royal Academy of Music, available for functions, parties etc. in and around London and Surrey. Much of my training has been Classical, although I've been playing jazz, ballads, etc. at events and in hotels for years, and also keyboard in pit bands for amateur musical productions. I can offer a very varied repertoire including jazz, blues, songs from the shows, and will do my best to meet any requests if given advance notice!London, Surrey, Hertfordshire Ask for # 462

KALEIDOSCOPE String Quartet & Palm Court Trio South England Ask for # 256

Woodsiders Barn Dance Band ~ Southampton based barn dance and ceilidh band Woodsiders are the band for your special day. Wedding receptions, club/works socials, fund raisers etc..... You want a fun evening that all will enjoy, and a barn dance is a great way to provide it. Our caller will guide your guests through the dances, with the emphasis being on fun. Woodsiders play a mixture of English, Irish,  and American styles of music.Our line-up is Mike on accordion, John on acoustic guitar, Colin on bass guitar, and Luke on percussion. Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey, West Sussex, East Dorset, South Wiltshire Ask for # 401

Wedding Belles 2 Classically trained singers, WEDDING BELLES was established in 1997 and has delighted numerous bridal couples and congregations across the South East and London with their beautiful singing. Repertoire includes Ave Maria, Panis Angelicus and The Lakme duet. Available for all events.
Sally Hatton - Soprano ~~~ Claire Padbury - Mezzo Soprano. Surrey, Sussex, London & Kent Ask for # 447

Penelope Neill Soprano - I sing regularly at weddings throughout the UK, Middlesex, Oxfordshire, Surrey, Sussex, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Berkshire, Hertfordshire and Kent Ask for # 456

The Berkeley Trio was formed by Edward Morton (violin), Sarah Blundell (viola) and Diana Bailey (cello) and performs regulary in London and the South East although bookings in other regions are welcomed. They are experienced at playing for wedding services and receptions with a repertoire including classical favourites, show tunes and popular music. Based Surrey. Ask for # 530

Classical/light classical to folk-fiddle style or popular keyboard. We are a husband and wife team who studied (and met) at the Royal Academy of Music (London). We have worked with many orchestras,theatres and ballet companies.We can suit your requirements ranging from classical/light classical to folk-fiddle style or popular keyboard.
Our fees are: £27.50 per person per hour (minimum 2 hours) We will travel to Sussex, Kent or Surrey
Ask for # 550

Atlantic Bridge
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. Their music remains true to its roots, preserving the emotions inherent in the tradition tunes, but it also combines the excitement of an up-beat accompaniment with an informal and good-humoured performance. Atlantic Bridge toured England and Wales supporting Cape Breton fiddler, Jerry Holland, on his 1999 concert tour, and have many years of experience playing at arts centres, theatres and concert halls, festivals and open-air events, clubs, pubs, parties and weddings.
Personnel and instrumentation:
Terry Arsenault (Canada) ­ fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bodrhan
Penny Phenix (England) ­ mandolin, guitar, whistles, vocals
Nadine Gurr (England/Guyana) ­ vocals, percussion
Erik Faithfull (England/Scandinavia) ­ Uilleann pipes, flute, whistles, Northumbrian pipes, mandolin.
(Atlantic Bridge also have a list of first-class barndance callers to call upon, when required)
Ask for # 565

Royal Scam SOLID SOUL & POWER POP. The 10 Piece Show Band with the Horniest Horn Section Around ! ! Contact this site London/Surrey, Middx, Berks, Hants Ask for # 148

~ Scots Medieval Weddings ~
Based Dundee, Scotland will travel

Ron Eason Violinist : Contact this site Ask for # 149

Saxophone quartet, namely
'The Mobile 'Phones' We play styles of music ranging from the 16th century, through the classical eras into ragtime, trad jazz, Gershwin, show music and light popular music. Our repertoire is 300+ and could sustain an engagement of some considerable length if required. We also have the flexibility of repertoire to enable us to put on concerts of specialised or varied content. We are purely acoustic and consist of one soprano sax, an alto sax, a tenor sax and a baritone sax. You could say that we are the saxophone equivelant of a string quartet. We also play clarinet (3 Bb's and a bass) for a quieter mood. We will travel anywhere to play but are based in Surrey and Hampshire.
Contact this site -
Ask for # 167

Ventus Wind Quintet ~ A stylish ensemble that brings an occasion to life with music ranging from arrangements of popular classics to jazz to well-loved songs from the well-loved songs from the shows.~flute-horn-oboe-clarinet-basson ~ London, South-East England & the Midlands ~ Ask for # 225

The Chris Walker Quintet was formed in 1987 following a one-off Sunday lunchtime session for the Southampton Jazz Society. Ask for # 246

Serendipity Duo providing dinner/background music and/or Dixieland jazz for wedding receptions Ask for # 208

Crazy Jain 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. London, Home counties, Surrey Ask for # 375

All Bar One The dance band guaranteed to make any party swing - with music from the 50's right through to the 90's Kent - Sussex - Surrey Ask for # 414

The Gesualdo Consort Professional choral music for all wedding ceremonies. Director: Gerald Place Central London, Bucks, Herts, Berks, Surrey, Middx & anywhere else inside the M25 Ask for # 463

Soloist Valerie Thompson After a lifetime of choral singing, composing and accompanying, Valerie Thompson is launching herself into the world of solo singing. £ 70 UKP.
Surrey/Sussex/London/Hants Ask for # 524

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

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

MOJO FILTER play the kind of music that hits people in the head and the heart, good time rock & blues probably closest in style to the great seventies period of The Stones or The Faces. Sussex and Kent Ask for # 232

Isabella Cheevers ~ Young soprano soloist ~ Classical guitar Isabella has a beautiful soprano
voice (low F to high B). She is available to sing during the signing of Register and or/at Reception (though not in smoky atmosphere). Will also play classical guitar and piano, if required. Isabella has experience in television (3 TV series of 'Fun Song Factory') for  GMTV; and Film, where she did voice over work in a major movie 'Firelight' at Twickenham Film Studios. She has done many one-person-musical shows and concerts at various theatres in London and France, to great acclaim. Awards: in competitions Isabella is a winner of a Gold Medal for dramatic achievment; a Ist prize for Light Opera (under 18) and Eileen Vesey Memorial cup for folk song (own composition) Isabella has recently been awarded a major scholarship to continue her studies at the Royal Academy of Music. Where she is studying classical guitar and voice.Isabella has a wide repertoire but is always willing to sing special or favourite songs on request.
Kent & London Ask for # 632

Whatever your wedding calls for, we can provide all musical styles. From String Quartet to Salsa, from Harpists to Historical. SEND your name, contact details and function date together with the type of Music required to our music agency. Add musician reference number if you are interested in any of the acts below. CONTACT . . Selwyn Dorfman GershGang@aol.com

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