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"The band was fantastic in every way. They've exceeded my expectations. They're very talented and have a great taste in music. They were also very pleasant to deal with and made an impression on my guests. Thank you!!! Certified Review October 12, 2022"

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"Paul performed for us on our wedding day. Great communication and easy to book. We really enjoyed selecting songs for him to sing on the build up to our big day. Our guests enjoyed him performing and commented to us how good he was. Thank you Paul"

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"Nate did a fantastic job for my 50th in our backyard. He's a great musician, and was a delight to deal with at all times. He adapted to the needs of the audience, and helped greatly in delivering an awesome vibe and a brilliant night. His repertoire is very diverse, and his vocal delivery and guitar playing was really great. Would very happily recommend Nate!"

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"Andrea Corvo: Perfect officiant. Surprisingly good. Highly recommended."

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"Just about to embark on our honeymoon cruise but wanted to say a huge thank you for playing at our wedding at Crathorne Hall on Friday. We had a wonderful day in which you played a huge part. Everyone loved the music and even the hotel staff said you were the best band they had had play there in the past few years!!! The whole day was fantastic but the culmination with your orchestra absolutely topped off the day – FABULOUS. STUNNING!!!!!"

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"Laura is so very talented. Everyone enjoyed her talent and we are so happy we had her play for our ceremony and cocktail hour and cake cutting! Laura made our day so special. She is so kind and professional as well. She is Amazing ! "

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"My fave band of the weekend! Great musicians and lead singer with an amazing voice. Hope to see you again sometime."

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"Fun duo to listen too. They sang everything and too requests from the audience. Highly recommend. You won’t be disappointed. "

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"We had a wonderful time! The music definitely met our expectations. I'm glad I chose you, and that it turned out so well. Without ever meeting you, without hearing the music beforehand (unlike on the website), the performance was exactly what I expected. I can confidently recommend booking you this way. Friendly (phone) contact."

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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 I have had the pleasure to do some arranging and writing for Rick's groups and I have to say that his groups are always chocked full of the best musicians around. It's a pleasure to have music played with precision and integrity - no matter what the style or genre. I would highly recommend any or Rick's groups for a jazz or commercial setting. Jim Martin, Grand Rapids, MI We had the pleasure of having the USO-10 piece play at our wedding in May 2017. From the minute we met Rick Holland and heard the band play we knew they were the band for us. It was a pleasure to work with Rick, who was so professional and helpful in many ways especially song choices from everything to cocktail music, our entrance song, first dance, parent dances to our exit song. The dance floor was never empty. We are thrilled with the USO and look forward to hearing them again in the near future!! Thank you for making our wedding so special! Maureen and Mark Deckman Sometimes it all just falls into place. The setting, the situation, the scene, the tone -- everything is going your way. That describes last night for me. And at the heart of this mid-week Xanadu was the Rick Holland Uptown Orchestra, a modest, brass-centric outfit led by the trumpet-blowing Holland that swung with equal parts effervescence and laid-back cool at Lovin Cup. And come to find out, five of his Hollands regular guys were sidelined, and the holes on the bandstand were plugged with subs --- hired music muscle like Po’ Boy Erik Jacobs on the slide trombone. By the time the Orchestra heaped on a helping of Count Basie, there was nowhere else I wanted to be. I dragged my mom out in the cold for this show and she was thrilled when they stomped on the Savoy. Holland led the affair with a relaxed air, coaxing more than conducting under his porkpie lid. He went around the bandstand numerous times so every cat there got his fair shake, including pianist extraordinaire Bill Dobbins. This is one sweet band, yes, yes. Frank De Blase, Roch City News With all the hype going to Wynton Marsalis, you might not guess that there are other, lesser-known, straight-ahead trumpet players out there who are consistently ripping the hide off the ball. This, Rick Holland's auspicious debut, is an impressive effort. The trumpeter leads his quartet, backed by a solid Michigan-based rhythm section: pianist Terry Lower, bassist Ed Fedewwa, and drummer Larry Ochiltree, through a fiery trail of originals and standards, interspersed with some fine balladry. Holland's sensitive ear translates to some tight arrangements and a well-organized program. On flugelhorn, he boasts a rich, full tone that purrs with warmth. On the faster tunes, he steams. This is the kind of jazz that feels just right on a wintry day, with the fireplace in full throttle, and the feet resting on a cushion: it hits the spot perfectly, drenched with emotional power and skillful fortitude. Steve Loewy, All Music Guide"

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"I saw magicIAN's magic on instagram and was really amazed by his tricks they he performs in broad daylight. It looks like special effects that you see on tv or on video games! Which is completely unreal! That's real talent to be able to showcase on the spot like that. WOW'ing so many different people. I can't wait to get the chance to see his magic in person. It probably looks even crazier in person! -Yelp Review 3/31/3019"

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"Hi Nick, I just want to say a huge thank you to you and the other band members for playing at our party at the weekend. So many people commented to me about how much they enjoyed your music and we really enjoyed it as well! "

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"Hi Yishai, what a interesting and exciting experience you gave us with your performance at the Carousel theater festival. My wife Talia and I were truly amazed with your ability to be spot on with knowing exactly what we were thinking. I am still baffled how you knew I was thinking of Ganges Khan. Truly amazing. Thank you for being apart of the program. It was really one of the biggest highlights of the evening, and left the audience completely stunned and entertained."

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"Damien was absolutely fantastic, the range of different music genres and eras he performed was incredible. He absolutely made our night. I cannot recommend him highly enough"

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"Marini’s professionalism and consistent communication with me was impeccable. The piano performance at the wedding was breathtaking from the moment she performed. Hearing ‘Simply Beautiful’ by Maxwell played live as I walked down the aisle was unforgettable and an emotional moment. This could not have happened without Marini. Thank you so much for making my day special."

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