Review Centre: Wedding Ceremony Musicians

"The band was very professional and were happy to cater to our entertainment needs. Above all, the music was exceptional and our guests loved it!"

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"Thank you so much for today, you were honestly amazing! Made the day feel even more special, thank you so much for being a part of it 🙂"

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"IT WAS billed as A Night At The Musicals, and it was certainly a title which attracted a packed house to the Howden Park Centre last Friday evening when Darren Shaw and three dancers took the stage and sang and danced their hearts out. Two for the price of one took on a whole new meaning in this show in which we, the audience, were encouraged to join in with some of the well known songs. If you looked around, all you could see was a sea of smiling faces having a great time reminiscing and sharing some of their favourite moments from the musicals. This was courtesy of one very talented young man sporting a George Clooney haircut and diamond earring, some nifty costume changes, an incredible voice range and an endearing smile. Using a variety of spectacular, if sometimes dazzling lighting effects, and the obligatory dry ice creating an atmosphere that makes the singer appear suspended in clouds, the show began with a spotlight into which sauntered Mr Shaw in top hat and tails singing On The Street Where You Live, from My Fair Lady. Once again the excellent acoustics of the Brian Duguid Theatre played host to emotive, full orchestral music courtesy of impeccably timed tapes. Maybe it was just a shade loud in the first half which saw something very unusual and totally original. Everyone is familiar with The Sound of Music and the recent Connie Fisher version of The Hills are alive. Enter Darren Shaw looking splendid in lederhosen, like a denizen of Austria and straight from the Alps. To everyone's amazement and some barely concealed audience mirth, he became a soprano and made the hills come alive in his own special way. As the show progressed, the format of two songs by Mr Shaw interspersed with dance routines by the hardworking dancers began to win us over. For the first time ever, the famous duet from Grease, You're The One That I Want, was sung by Mr Shaw who performed the male and female parts. Using his falsetto voice – an attribute which was once taught in Italy in the middle ages resulting in the singers being known as castratto (please, don't ask) – Shaw sang the SuBo hit from Les Miserables as he duetted with himself in I Know Him So Well. In The Phantom of the Opera sequence he once again sang the famous duet which takes Christine, the soprano and The Phantom to perform, all by himself. As for the three dancers, two glamorous blondes and a bonny brunette, they proved their versatility by dancing a variety of styles from musical comedy to modern with a brave attempt at Irish River Dancing which drew cheers from the audience. The finale saw Shaw resplendent in a mint green sparkling shirt and matching flares with the dancers in glittering jump suits so there was no doubt that we would hear something from Mamma Mia and we certainly did. This night at the theatre was indeed a feast of tunes from the musicals which at first, thanks to Mr Shaw's dual voice, seemed a little hard to digest but soon became an acquired taste."

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"I would like to take this opportunity in thanking Chris Harper our wedding singer for an outstanding performance. Song choices on point, Vocals on point and extremely professional. Would highly recommend Chris for any special occasion. Thank you Chris for making our day even more special."

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"We were unable to get a violinist that we knew to play at my daughter’s wedding. We had a few recommendations from others and after a lot of searching I stumbled across the site for Up State strings. Jada was wonderful to work with and this was a pretty short notice need. She was great at communicating with me and made it super easy to book her for the wedding. Jada arrived and was set up early. She was very professional and did an outstanding job with the music we requested. Would use her again and highly recommend her and Up State strings. Thank you Jada "

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"A true added value to any wedding. Their music moved everyone, especially the couple! Precise, elegant, and incredibly musically sensitive." — Francesca Marchetti, Wedding Planner"

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"You were excellent and hugely added to the atmosphere."

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"Ο Μπάμπης είναι ένας εξαιρετικός επαγγελματίας και καλλιτέχνης. Συνόδευσε με το σαξόφωνο του τη βάφτιση του γιου μου. Πολύ όμορφες μελωδίες, κάποιες δικές μου επιλογές, κάποιες δικές του. Ήταν μια πολύ ιδιαίτερη πινελιά που ενθουσίασε μικρούς και μεγάλους. Άφησε τις καλύτερες εντυπώσεις σε εμάς αλλά και σε όλους τους καλεσμένους και βέβαια τον προτείνουμε ανεπιφύλακτα."

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"Dan played at Phipps brewery for Pride Northampton and his stage presence and demeanour made even covers seem innovative and so entertaining. I would definitely consider booking him for a future event."

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"We hired Lorenzo to play at our wedding....wow, he did not disappoint!! He's a truly incredible musician, thank you so much for being at our ceremony! You really moved us! Would 100% recommend! Thanks again"

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"Il nostro giorno di nozze è stato un sogno assoluto, grazie in gran parte ai servizi incredibili forniti da Sara Pretegiani. Fin dal momento in cui abbiamo iniziato a pianificare il nostro giorno speciale, sapevamo che scegliere il fornitore musicale giusto era cruciale per creare l'atmosfera perfetta. Sara non solo ha soddisfatto le nostre aspettative, ma le ha superate in ogni modo. La professionalità e l'esperienza esibite da Sara Pretegiani erano evidenti fin dal nostro primo meeting. Nonostante la distanza, noi da NY e lei a Venezia, Sara ha dedicato tempo per comprendere la nostra visione, e la sua conoscenza della musica era veramente impressionante. Ci ha guidato nella selezione dei brani, aiutandoci a scegliere le melodie perfette per la nostra cerimonia, l'ora del cocktail e il ricevimento. La performance del nostro giorno di nozze è stata semplicemente magica. La musica dal vivo fornita da Sara Pretegiani e la sua scelta di musicisti, è stata nient'altro che straordinaria. I nostri ospiti sono rimasti affascinati dalle bellissime melodie che riempivano l'aria. Il talento e la passione di Sara per la sua arte erano inequivocabili. Abbiamo optato per averla come soprano sia alla cerimonia che al ricevimento. Il risultato? una precisione e un'emozione che hanno fatto scendere le lacrime dai nostri occhi e quelli degli ospiti! Hanno creato un’atmosfera da sogno, rinforzando il tema gia’ fiabesco del tema della bella e la bestia su sfondo veneziano barocco. La selezione musicale era variegata, spaziando tra vari generi e epoche, e ha splendidamente completato le diverse fasi della nostra celebrazione. Dalle note di Ennio Morricone a Mozart durante la cerimonia alle arie di Puccini fino al moderno, Sara ha impostato il tono perfetto per ogni momento. La sua attenzione ai dettagli e l'esecuzione impeccabile dei suoi musicisti hanno reso veramente indimenticabile il nostro giorno di nozze.. La sua capacità di leggere il pubblico e adattare la musica di conseguenza ha garantito che i nostri ospiti fossero sempre coinvolti ed intrattenuti. Inoltre, e’ un stato un vero piacere lavorare con lei durante tutto il processo di pianificazione. Reattiva, gentile, professionale e accomodante e un talento incredibile! La sua dedizione nel rendere il nostro matrimonio indimenticabile traspariva in ogni interazione. In conclusione, se siete in cerca di un fornitore musicale per il vostro matrimonio, la vostra ricerca si ferma qui. Grazie mille a Sara e Gio’ (soprano e tenore) per il flash mob favoloso, avete riempito il nostro giorno speciale in una sinfonia d'amore e gioia, e siamo eternamente grati per il suo contributo alla nostra celebrazione. Francesca & Carlos"

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"Thanks for a great night last night. It was fantastic to see all our friends and family having such a good time. And the way you got everyone joining in with When You're Smiling and Minnie The Moocher was brilliant! Thanks again."

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"Igor played at our wedding and he was spectacular! He was a pleasure to work with from the start, showed up early, played our song requests and really made our vision come to light! We got so many compliments from our guests! I highly recommend him and can’t wait to have him play in the future!"

Reply by Ontario saxophonist Igor Babich
Thank you so much, Angie! It was a real pleasure working with you.

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"I hired these two violinists to play at my wedding in Crete, and I truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I had no idea who I was hiring at the time — it was a bit of a leap of faith — but it turned out to be one of the best decisions I made for the entire wedding. They were absolutely incredible! Not only did they play beautifully and with so much emotion, but they also went the extra mile by learning special songs I requested. Their music added such a magical, elegant atmosphere to the ceremony and reception. They were professional, warm, and incredibly talented. I can’t recommend them enough — if you’re considering live music for your event, these two are a dream to work with. A truly unforgettable part of our special day!"

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"Transport your audience to the islands Bruddah Vince is a humble individual whose musical talent brings a touch of paradise to our Hawaiian restaurant! His chill melodies transport diners to the islands, creating an unforgettable dining experience. We've had the pleasure of hosting Vince regularly, and his harmonious tunes never fail to enhance the ambiance. If you want a taste of aloha through exceptional music, Vince is the one you've been looking for—a true gem for any venue or party seeking to elevate its atmosphere with authentic island vibes."

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