Review Centre: Crooners

"Carla, Dino, Guglielmo, and Angelo of Barbera & Champagne performed at my wedding in June 2025, and I truly couldn’t have asked for a more perfect experience. From the very beginning, communication and coordination with Carla was seamless. She was warm, responsive, and incredibly professional. Her voice is absolutely stunning, and the entire quartet brought such vibrant energy to the celebration. Their performance of romantic classics in English, Italian, Spanish, and French added an elegant, heartfelt touch that made our wedding feel like a dream. So many of our guests commented on how unforgettable the music was. Grazie mille to Barbera & Champagne for making our special day even more memorable!"

Reply by Barbera & Champagne
Thank you so much Nicole for having us at your wedding and for your very kind words about our performance! We had a great time too, the medieval Abbey was incredibly fascinating and everything in the place expressed a positive energy. Our best wishes to you and your husband! Carla & Officina del Malcontento

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"Well Tony, you did it again. You had the room in your hands. You are a FANTASTIC performer. Never once did you stop singing all night. Tony, like Arnie said, You Will Be Back! "

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"We hired Lewis to sing at our wedding reception. He was absolutely fantastic! Amazing voice, extremely professional and looked the part too! Would highly recommend him."

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"What a star! Tony was absolutely fab. He's a great singer and kept everyone on the dance floor. They were screaming for more. He really made the night."

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"Since 2011, the band has a new focus. First, it is commissioning the legendary Bill Dobbins, to write sample arrangements from his famous “Evolution of Jazz Piano”, a series of movements based on the tune “All of Me”. Secondly, is breaking in it’s new vocalist, 19 year old sensation, Lindsey Holland. The band currently has over 60 arrangements for her to sing, including selections from Nancy Wilson’s disc with Cannonball Adderley. Furthermore, we have a Christmas Set now for her to sing, as well as many straight ahead jazz standards. The hope is for this group to record both of these projects sometime in the future."

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"Will WOW!!!! We have had nothing but fantastic feedback about the band at our ‘Happily Ever Party'. Ian and I had the best time and NQBB definitely made the day for us. We just need another occasion to hire you again! A huge thank you to you all. "

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"Thank you Peter. Your retro pop performance was exactly what we wanted to get the delegates up and onto the dance floor. You were the highlight of the evening."

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"The LA Opera Babes rock! Book them for your next event! You'll be as thrilled as we were! "

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"A big mahalo to Bruddah Vince for performing at our restaurant on a busy Saturday. Not only does he have a large repertoire of songs and a soothing voice that everyone appreciates and enjoys, he has the true aloha spirit. No matter how many people recognize him, he doesn’t act like a big shot and remains approachable to all which is key for us. Can’t wait to have him perform for us again! Mahalo plenty!"

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"Pía es un auténtico ciclón sobre el escenario. Aparte de su excelencia vocal e instrumental de los músicos que le acompañan, así como lo acertado del repertorio, tiene la capacidad de conectar con el público desde el mismo comienzo de su actuación, y provocar las más variadas emociones. Una presencia poderosa, una tremenda capacidad como actriz y su gran profesionalidad hacen que contar con ella sea un acierto seguro en tu evento, en cualquiera de los formatos que ofrece."

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"Jazzcentrale provided the musical entertainment for Moree Gelderblom Advocaten's company party. The contact beforehand was very pleasant, and the musical entertainment for the evening was exactly what we had envisioned. Thank you!"

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"I am proud that the Rick Holland - Evan Dobbins Little Big Band calls Tala Vera cantina home once a month. Rick is a consummate professional as well as a top tier musician. His Band comprises the best players Rochester has to offer. Such talent coupled with an amazing book of swing and traditional jazz, presents a special evening of music every time they play at Tala Vera. Bernard Matthews, Owner of Tala Vera, Rochester, NY "

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"“Atmosphere” - I’m just going to state my bias right now: “I love Café Amore Bistro”. As soon as you walk in, one of the owners is right there greeting you with a smile; the serving staff are friendly and polite to a fault; the restaurant is bright and inviting in the daytime and dim and cozy and romantic at night. (There’s literally no other way to describe it. It’s a very intimate-feeling place at night.). There are always quirky little elements to look out for: Last time I went, there was an accordion player making his way around tables playing the smoothest damn music your ears have ever been graced with. The tables are close but you still feel like you have your space while you’re eating, and if you happen to spill your drink — and then maybe spill it again — the staff will be right there to offer you a napkin. They’re the sweetest. And, after you’ve stuffed yourself so full you can hardly stand the thought of getting up and going to your car, the owner will personally wish you a good night on your way out. A nicer, more courteous restaurant has never existed."

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"Myriam is smiling, flexible and professional. Sublime music and a beautiful repertoire to accompany our wedding ceremony, in a private garden in Paris, setting a magical “Midsummer Night's Dream” mood. She even learned a Beatles song at our request for the signing of the marriage certificate. The icing on the cake! "

Reply by Myriam Harpist Paris
Thank you so much, Sarah, for your wonderful message! It was a joy to perform for your wedding in such a beautiful garden, the atmosphere truly felt magical. I loved preparing your special request for the Beatles song; it was the perfect touch for your ceremony. I’m so happy the music helped create the “Midsummer Night’s Dream” feeling you imagined. Wishing you both endless love and happiness! Warm regards, Myriam

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"Thank you so much for performing for my mom's 90th Birthday at Buh Rein Retirement Village So professional and all the guests thoroughly enjoyed your songs I am really thankful that you were available"

Reply by Gordon Rocker
It's a pleasure, Richard. It was really an honor. - Gordon Rocker

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