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"The wedding of mr and mrs Donnelly. June 2024. First dance: God only knows by Simon and Garfuncle Catherine wrote: Thanks so much for the amazing music at my wedding on Saturday. It was such an epic day and when you played the first dance i was nearly in tears. We really didnt know what to expect when we asked you to play it but you absolutely nailed it, so so beautiful, thank you!"

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"We had Nerea play at our wedding during the ceremony and cocktails and we've immensely enjoyed it. Nerea plays beautifully and has a wide repertoire. We've received many compliments from our guests too. "

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"To say a big thank you for coming to play at our party last Saturday! We feel so lucky it could go ahead and we had such nice weather too. We honestly couldn't be more pleased with you being there and playing - it was beautiful, and created such a wonderful atmosphere! You've also been so easy to work with and it's all been so relaxed, thank you. "

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"Very cool guys! Sounds like original! Great program, a lot of fun"

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"I'd recommend them to anyone and everyone. They played for my wedding and were wonderful."

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"This is to certify that Mr Git Gabriel Ioan was employed by Dimonds Thudufushi Beach & Water Villas, which is a Deluxe Resort Hotel of International standarts, owned by Planhotel group, Lugano, Switerland. We wish him all the succes in his future career endeavours. Thank you Yours sincerely, Thomas Weber"

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"My musician Nikita was outstanding. He was punctual, well dressed, very respectful, and polite. He played the guitar at my wedding and brought such a beautiful sense of magic and serenity to the moment. It truly made the ceremony feel special. From the very beginning, he felt like someone we had known before -almost like part of our family. His demeanor is fresh, friendly, and very warm. We are so happy we found him. Having him play at our wedding was absolutely perfect. Thank you so much Nikita!"

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"Can’t quite put into words just how committed Chris is in what he does. Planned all of our music in advance, took requests on the night and really brought the party! Thank you Ckdj! "

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"We were absolutely blown away by parry and Rekha at our wedding. From the very beginning, their pre-wedding planning was exceptional, thoughtful, organised, and incredibly reassuring during what can be a busy time. On the day itself, they were faultless. Their timing was perfect, they adapted seamlessly to last minute changes, and they clearly understood the flow and significance of an Indian wedding ceremony. They knew exactly which songs worked best for each stage of the ceremony and executed everything beautifully. They also went above and beyond by coordinating their outfits, which added such a polished and professional touch. We received so many compliments from our guests about how amazing they were. Talented, professional, flexible, and genuinely lovely to work with, we couldn’t have asked for more. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for wedding singers, especially for Indian ceremonies."

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"There’s more to Johnny Ticktin than meets the eye. Well-versed in the blues, having once served as lead guitar player for the legendary Louisiana Red, the open-minded Ticktin is a sponge, soaking up the subtle six-string nuances and intricacies of a multitude of genres—from surf to classic R&B, swing and even Mambo—on his eighth album with The Headhunters, That’s All I Need. It would feel right at home in any rough-and-tumble roadhouse. The title is borrowed from a song, covered here in all its dark, swampy glory, off Magic Sam’s 1967 iconic electric blues marvel West Side Soul. Watery, backwoods ripples of Sam’s tremolo guitar style and seductive rhythms meander through Creedence Clearwater Revival’s mysterious kudzu on Johnny & The Headhunters’ version, as Ticktin and company paddle up a lazy river of Bayou groove. Just as fluent in nasty rockabilly, they thrive in the sweltering heat of the 1957 obscurity “Chicken House,” giving it a warm buzz and making it rumble and swagger, while the lascivious, infectious funk of “Body and Fender” – a Doc Pomus/Duke Robillard joint originally built for soul crooner Johnny Adams – shakes all over and ogles the female form. A rousing, boogie-woogie version of Lowell Fulsom’s Chess Records’ hit “Rock ‘Em Dead” is wonderfully shambolic, and Ticktin rides the lightning of the Link Wray instrumental “Ace of Spaces” like a champ, gleefully wheeling through edgy garage-rock riffs with appropriate vim and vigor. What feel he and his band have for this material. There is not the slightest bit of indifference to it anywhere on this record. Not that they need it, but help arrives in the form of keyboardist Tam Sullivan, who wraps smoky, sensual organ and wraiths of piano around a soulful remake of Bobby “Blue” Bland’s “Lead Me On,” and singer Liz Springer, who joins her brazen vocals to Ticktin’s in the cheeky, but charming, duet “Watch and Chain.” And, with the solid machinery of a good backing band at work behind him, Ticktin can just let loose – witness the slide-guitar fury of their cover of Elmore James’ “Shake Your Money Maker.” For aficionados of tasteful guitar work and music that time shouldn’t have forgotten, this is what you need. —Peter Lindblad SPREAD THE NEWS! FacebookTwitter RELATED STORIES September 3rd, 2023 Rhythm & Roots Festival August 28th, 2023 Rhythm & Roots: Family Fave July 28th, 2023 When Rock & Roll is a Verb"

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"Gloria made our wedding truly unforgettable. Her harp accompanied every moment of the ceremony with elegance and great musical sensitivity. She guided us in choosing the right pieces and customised the setlist to match our taste, creating an emotional and refined atmosphere. All our guests were impressed by her discreet yet impactful presence. Highly recommended!"

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"Voyage managed to create a cozy atmosphere with the performance. We haven't enjoyed music so much in ages!"

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"An amazing duo who made our wedding day special, like we were in a fairytale. They are versatile, able to read the crowd and were open to take on board specific song requests. Thanks Giuseppe and Sam, you guys rock! Highly recommend 👌 "

Reply by The Wimbledon Jazz Duo
Thank you so much, Natasha! Your wedding really did feel special — such a beautiful day and wonderful people. Sam and I loved being part of it and are so happy the music made it special for you. Wishing you both all the best! – Giuseppe

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"His mandolin playing brought tears to our eyes. It wasn’t just music — it was emotion, history, and romance all woven together. A perfect soundtrack for our Venetian wedding."

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"Book Lewis for whatever event you are planning...be it a wedding or a party. We booked him for our wedding in December and he did not disappoint. Not only is he one of the best Rat Pack singers I've ever heard, what a nice guy he is too! We had so many guests asking 'where did you find him' and commenting on how good he was. I wouldn't hesitate in booking Lewis again and I would happily highly recommend him. Five Stars :) "

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