Review Centre: Opera Singers

"Beautiful Voice - sang like an Angel. A pleasure to work with Kathleen who also read the Tribute for the Family."

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"Simply amazing. The atmosphere when she sang was magical and the audience in our local church were entranced and still speaking about it. She had a charming personality a wonderful voice and we were lucky to find her. Livi was so organised with her emails and music and sent prompt replies. Good luck in her future career.. We would definitely engage her again. "

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"Outstanding and very helpful musicians. They created an elegant and romantic atmosphere that perfectly accompanied every moment of the wedding. The quality of the performances was extremely high and communication was always clear and friendly. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for professional live wedding music."

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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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"Shaza is one of the best artist/ entertainer. singer ....all rounder performer that I have come across..reads the crowd well and adapts accordingly...whenever we in knysna I try to go to her gigs...all of the best for your future, Shaza..belive in yourself, : "You're simply the best"

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"A fantastic festive edition to our winter wedding! Our guests loved the singing, they looked very smart and overall the experience of dealing with them has been very positive indeed. Thanks again! I would absolutely recommend and use again! "

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"Außergewöhnliche musikalische Qualität und starke Bühnenpräsenz Die Zusammenarbeit von Mykola Honcharenko und Altina Destani überzeugt auf ganzer Linie. Hier treffen zwei Künstler aufeinander, die nicht nur technisch auf sehr hohem Niveau arbeiten, sondern auch ein feines Gespür für Atmosphäre und Publikum mitbringen. Honcharenko beeindruckt durch seine Vielseitigkeit und musikalische Bandbreite. Seine Arrangements wirken durchdacht, ohne überladen zu sein, und schaffen eine solide Grundlage für die gemeinsamen Auftritte. Dabei gelingt es ihm, unterschiedliche Stilrichtungen – von klassischer Musik bis hin zu modernen Einflüssen – stimmig zu verbinden. Altina Destani ergänzt dieses Fundament mit einer ausdrucksstarken, klar geführten Stimme. Ihre Interpretation klassischer Arien ist ebenso überzeugend wie ihre Ausflüge in andere Genres. Besonders hervorzuheben ist ihre Fähigkeit, Emotionen präzise zu transportieren, ohne dabei an technischer Kontrolle zu verlieren. Im Zusammenspiel entsteht eine Dynamik, die beim Publikum unmittelbar ankommt. Die Auftritte wirken authentisch, konzentriert und gleichzeitig lebendig. Man merkt, dass hier nicht einfach ein Programm abgespult wird, sondern echte musikalische Interaktion stattfindet. Darüber hinaus ist auch der kulturelle Kontext ihrer Zusammenarbeit bemerkenswert. Unterschiedliche musikalische Hintergründe werden nicht nur nebeneinandergestellt, sondern sinnvoll miteinander verknüpft. Das verleiht dem Gesamtprojekt eine zusätzliche inhaltliche Tiefe. Unterm Strich handelt es sich um ein künstlerisch sehr stimmiges Gesamtbild mit klarer Handschrift und hoher Qualität. ----------------------------------------- Outstanding musical quality and compelling stage presence The collaboration between Mykola Honcharenko and Altina Destani stands out as consistently impressive. Both artists demonstrate not only a high level of technical skill but also a strong sense of musical expression and audience engagement. Honcharenko brings notable versatility to the performance. His arrangements are well-structured and balanced, allowing different musical styles to blend naturally without feeling forced. He creates a solid and flexible foundation that supports the overall artistic direction. Altina Destani complements this with a powerful and well-controlled voice. Her interpretations of classical pieces are precise and expressive, while her ability to move across genres adds further depth. What is particularly striking is her capacity to convey emotion clearly without compromising technical quality. Together, they create a dynamic and authentic performance. There is a clear sense of interaction rather than routine execution, which translates into a strong connection with the audience. The performances feel focused, yet vibrant and engaging. Another notable aspect is the cultural dimension of their collaboration. Different musical traditions are not merely juxtaposed but thoughtfully integrated, resulting in a coherent and meaningful artistic outcome. Overall, this is a highly convincing and well-rounded artistic partnership with a distinct identity and consistently high quality."

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"I can not think of anyone else I would have rather had sing me down the aisle. We were so lucky to have Paul sing at our wedding ceremony - he brought an extra professional edge and created such a stunning atmosphere. He is exceptional. From our first meeting he was so easy to deal with, and no request was too much. I’d highly recommend Paul. "

Reply by Paul Byrom Tenor
Thanks so much Grainne

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"Dear Joni ! We have not forgotten you...But since that day I have been thinking how to express the feeling that your performance meant to me...The moment you gave us there, that moment, is beyond words! To this day, we still shudder when we look back...you gave us heart-wrenching, touching moments, your performance enchanted the guests...Thank you for lifting the mood of our big day ! "

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"Hi Anastasia, thank you so much for singing at our wedding last weekend. It was absolutely fantastic! Highly recommend it to everybody I meet we had so many comments. Thank you! "

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"Facebook May 6 2018 and April 07 2018 I LOVE the amazing live Italian music à la accordion at Café Amore. It’s my favourite thing about it!! (He was my favourite thing about it!). Cafe Amore is top notch for Italian food and one my husband’s top picks! Out for supper with the love of my life! I get to eat normal food, connect with my sweetheart and listen to amazing accordion music. Life is amazing! "

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"Amazing young lady, wonderfully talented and a lovely person, wish her all the best for a fabulous future xx"

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"Caroline is an incredible opera singer, and an absolute pleasure to work with! She went above and beyond!"

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"My wedding day was a dream. Part of that special day was provided by the singer David Hidalgo. In church his singing was sober and powerful. I didn't meet him until the day of the wedding and I can attest that in person he sounds spectacular. Everyone was delighted and even 2 godmothers in my courtship hired him when they heard him. Thanks David!"

Reply by David Hidalgo
Dear Paula, reading your words truly moved me. It was an absolute honor to be the 'soundtrack' to such a sacred and beautiful chapter of your life. There is a unique magic in singing at a church ceremony, and I am thrilled to know that my voice resonated with the dream you had for your wedding day. Knowing that your guests—and even your bridesmaids—connected with my art is the greatest reward a singer can receive. I wish you and your husband a lifetime of harmony. See you at the next celebration.

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"Thank you for such a beautiful performance yesterday at the funeral Sarah. The family were so very pleased."

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