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"All of this is an admittedly roundabout way of confessing that I wasn't prepared to be as delighted as I am with Go Tell It on the Mountain (Silkheart), an album of traditional hymns and originals with heaven-gazing titles by Booker T. Williams Jr., a New York-based tenor saxophonist originally from Seattle who performs as Booker T. The obsessive soul-searching implicit in the programming suggests an affinity with John Coltrane. But unlike too many of the saxophonists who aim for Coltrane's spiritual elevation, Booker T has a devilish sense of humor best illustrated by his "Say amen, Gracie" drollery on "What a Friend We Have in Jesus," a homey little melody he elongates and fragments with the comic élan of a Sonny Rollins. In fact, the classic album that Go Tell It on the Mountain most recalls is Way Out West, Rollins's 1958 album of cowboy tunes--and not just because Booker T, like Rollins before him, finds inspiration in unlikely places. It's also because Booker T's interaction with the bassist Saheb Sarbib and the drummer Andrew Cyrille is as carefree and almost as electrifying as Rollins's with Ray Brown and Shelly Manne thirty years ago (or better yet, with Wilbur Ware and Elvin Jones on A Night at the Village Vanguard, from around the same time). Despite the sarcasm implicit in Booker T's low-register bleats, his performances of "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" and "Jesus Loves Me" exude sincerity, much the way Rollins's interpretations of oddball pop tunes do. For Booker T, as for Rollins, satire is a sign of respect, not condescension. Booker T is ecumenical: one of the album's most infectious cuts is "Halle Kalle Mazeltov," a hora whose modality he cagily exploits. The Spartan trio format means that Sarbib and Cyrille have to function as soloists as well as rhythm stalwarts, and both men shoulder the added burden gracefully, maintaining melodic continuity in a manner that bassists and drummers seldom do when they solo. Despite the length of some of the tracks (the title tune, which is just over sixteen minutes, is a Booker T original, not the folk song of the same name), Booker T's solos never deteriorate into self-indulgent braying. His sense of thematic exposition is too well developed for that-another cue he takes from Rollins. (And as if to underscore his lineage, the CD-only bonus track is Rollins's calypso "St. Thomas.") He switches to alto on his own "When Mama Cries I Cry," and his phrasing is impressively speechlike on this lighter horn. "
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"DJTeeFace came to my sons communion party and was professional from start to finish.he customized the party to my sons taste and had the whole place up on the dance floor,you are in safe hands with this man and he is a gentleman aswell."
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"Hi guys, I just wanted to drop you a quick message to thank you so much for playing at our wedding, our guests kept telling us how amazing you were throughout the evening, right from the first dance to the very end you kept all ages up and dancing….exactly what we were hoping for when booking a band, you certainly delivered…and then some!"
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"The music created exactly the atmosphere we were looking for—elegant, subtle, and never overpowering. From the booking process to the performance itself, everything was handled professionally and exceeded our expectations."
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"DJBenn delivered an outstanding DJ and Karaoke performance at our Staff Christmas party! His organisational skills and ability to create a buzzing atmosphere were truly impressive. The dance floor came alive with fabulous moves to diverse cultural music. DJBenn's punctuality and excellent service were noteworthy. Thanks a bunch, DJBennyboy! 👏🤗 Much appreciated!"
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"Steve had been performing his amazing piano-playing and singing at the SPETSES HOTEL in Spetses for many summer seasons. It had been one of the great highlights and guests kept coming to enjoy him playing. He plays Jazz Standards like no other but also modern Greek music and soft rock/pop. Steve is able to hold the show just by himself but also match perfectly with a guitar and a second vocalist. Highly recommended!!"
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"It has been good to be with Doris and her partner both at the beginning and ends of their contracts. Doris is like a ray of sunshine which she portrays in her personality in the Observation Bar with her partner. They are the most fantastic Duo and guests love them."
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"I am so glad I found DJ Sparx, she was exactly what I was looking for and I didn't even know it. The dance floor was packed from first dance through to the end of her set. Whilst I was busy running around talking to my guests I knew that whenever I came back to the dance floor it would be buzzing to a great track. Even my older guests who couldn't dance commented on how much they loved seeing everyone enjoying the music so much. DJ Sparx is a true professional who only makes announcements when needed, and just gets on with a great set from start to finish. The setup and takedown, as well as sound test were all done without interrupting the wedding proceedings, which is impressive given her setup. She also managed to get hold of a song we needed with 5 minutes notice. I could recommend DJ Sparx to anyone who needs a great DJ, for a wedding, party or any event you want to make an impact. C.Winder"
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"We had a great afternoon - brilliant piping, a few stories and gentle leg pulling about 3 and 4 legged haggis! And, to top it all, a rendition of Happy Birthday for one of our lovely ladies.... Sarah"
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"Absolutely AMAZING! Thank you SO much for helping to make our Wedding so special! Phenomenal!"
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"We hired Cleo for my son’s 18th birthday party, and she was absolutely incredible! From the moment she arrived, her warm and professional nature put everyone at ease. She has a wonderful energy that is both classy and high-spirited. Her performance was breathtaking—her skill and technique are top-tier, and she brought so much elegance and excitement to the room. What really blew us away, though, was how she engaged with the crowd. She had a magical way of getting everyone involved, making sure my son felt like the star of the show while ensuring all our guests were smiling and dancing along. If you are looking for a performer who is talented, charming, and knows how to command a room, look no further than Cleo. She truly made the celebration unforgettable!"
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"Victoria , Married on 08/Jun/2024 5.0 Thank you Jennifer! Jennifer played the cello beautifully at our outdoor wedding which really added a touch of romance and elegance to our ceremony. Jennifer responded promptly to my inquiries, was already familiar with the entrance song I wanted, suggested other songs when I wasn't sure what to add to our set list. Jennifer also was able to adapt the during the ceremony when the kids didn't walk down the aisle as expected, but everything still worked out smoothly. Thank you again, Jennifer, for helping make our day so special. Sent on 18/Jul/2024"
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"We had Elvis for our Grandmas 97th Birthday - It's four days later and Grandma is still over the moon!!!"
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"Mai y Jesús, son super profesionales, muy atentos y encantadores. Tienen un repertorio de canciones inmenso. Sin duda los elegiríamos siempre. No pudimos estar más contentos con vosotros el día de nuestra boda. Muchas gracias chicos!!"
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"I just wanted to say a huge thank you again to DJ Stephen for coming through on Saturday last minute. The couple and their guests were so happy and managed to party till the wee small hours, thanks to you. Thanks again and I hope to work with you again in the near future."
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