The Jazz style originated from Blues and other African American folk music, combined with Western music and European marching bands, featuring instruments including :- Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Clarinet, Piano, Guitar, Double Bass, Drums, and Vocals.
A string quartet is a musical ensemble of four string instruments—usually two violins, a viola and cello, originally created to play in Palace Chambers making this ideal entertainment to welcome your guests at a drink reception or during dinner, or in a quiet room at a bigger function.
From Bach to beethoven, Tchaikovsky to Mozart, Classical music is distinguished by it's instruments consisting of those found in an orchestra, along with a few solo instruments such as the piano and harp.
A Brass Band, as the name suggests consists of all brass instrument including cornets, flugelhorns, tenor horns, baritone horns, euphoniums, trombones, bass trombones, tubas, bass and percussion.
A Big Band consists of 12 to 19 musicians and contains saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and a rhythm section.
Suprise Sopranos
Surprise and tantalise your guests with The Surprise Sopranos !
The act consists of a singing Chef, Maitre ‘D, Waitress or Guest. You have the option of the act with 2 singers (2 little maids) or 3 singers (3 little maids).
... find out more Funky Butt Band
The Funky Butt swing and dance ensemble… The little band with the BIG sound. Swing your thing ? Thrive on Jive? Hot for Foxtrot? Ga Ga for Cha Cha Cha? From low key and discreet to parties in the street, the music is ideal for accompaniment, background and all manner of lively gatherings.
... find out more John Miller & His Orchestra
John Miller & His Orchestra,formerly The Herb Miller Orchestra,is the only Big Band in the world today performing the music of Glen Miller with direct family links to the great man himself.
The orchestra is 18 strong including John Miller himself as director/vocalist.
... find out more Mark Jardine - Swing Easy
Swing Easy recreates that Ratpack style with excellent vocals and backing tracks and is guaranteed to get the party swinging.
Swing Easy is the creation of Leicester based singer and actor Mark Jardine.
... find out more The Nigel Portass Trio
The band play most types of music to suit all tastes, ranging from 60s Rock n Roll, Ballroom Dancing, Sequence, OldTime, Sing-a-long, Cocktail Lounge Music, Country and Jazz.
Nigel Portass has been playing in bands since the 60s, performing in backing groups for such artistes as Chuck Berry, Gene Vincent, Tom Jones, Joe Brown, Vince Hill, Matt Monroe etc.
... find out more Montana String Quartet
Set the tone for a sophisticated and elegant evening with beautiful light classical music performed by the Montana String Quartet.Unbeatable for creating ambience in the dining room during a meal,at a drinks reception or to provide the romantic touch for a wedding,the Montana quartet will delight your guests with some of the best classocal music from the last 400 years.
... find out more Keane
Keane is an exciting vocal instrumental performer.Keyboards & piano are his forte coupled with exquisite trumpet playing topped off with an outstanding vocal rage.Keane is equally at home performing cocktail jazz,40s Swing right through to the more up to the minute songs of Jamie Callum.
... find out more Hot Stuff - Singing Firemen
The act begins when 2 fireman enter the venue during the event. They are there to check that the venue is complying with Fire Regulations and check the Fire Exits and the Fire Extinguishers.
They decide the venue does not come up to scratch and they make an announcement to everyone that the event must be closed down immediately because the venue has not passed the Fire Regulation requirements.
... find out more Harpist - Sarah Goss
Put some glamour and sophistication into your event with the beautiful harp playing of Sarah Goss. Her extensive repertoire on this stunning instrument is guaranteed to add a touch of elegant bling!
British Harpist Sarah Goss read Music at the University of York, specializing in harp performance.
... find out more Eliza Tillotson
Outstanding professional pianist performing with or without vocals in the style of cocktail jazz, swing, blues etc. etc.
Eliza performs as a a solo performer or Duo,Trio,Quartet,Quintet depending upon the clients requirements.
... find out more The MPR Jazz Ensemble
The MPR Jazz Ensemble really is one of the country’s finest Jazz specialists working in the music business today. Whether it’s atmospheric music during dinner, or at a drinks reception, music for dancing, or an all out concert, The MPR Jazz Ensemble is the perfect choice to add style and sophistication to any event.
... find out more The Rat Pack Is Back
The hit show “The Rat Pack Is Back!” perfectly captures not only the wonderful music and comedy of the original legends, but also the remarkable personalities of the stars who truly ruled the entertainment world.
... find out more Cambridge Jazz Company
When it comes to Dixieland Jazz there is no finer band than The Cambridge Jazz Company.The size of the band can vary from a duo up to an eight piece complete with vocals from Rosie Val herself.
The band can perform in a static location or entertain as roving musicians performing for your guests.
... find out more Arthur Brown Jazz Band
Formed in 1981, the Arthur Brown Jazz Band soon became one of the Midlands premier Jazz bands and appearances followed at Jazz festivals throughout Britain, Europe and the Channel Isles.
Whilst on Tour in the USA and playing in New Orleans, Arthur was made an honoury citizen of the city.
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