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"Amazing music coverage from start to finish! Absolute professionalism and a flawless result. The music was exactly what we wanted, with perfect flow, great transitions, and an excellent sense of the crowd and the moment. Crystal-clear sound, top-quality equipment, and an overall experience that truly exceeded our expectations. The atmosphere was incredible and the energy stayed high throughout the entire event. Highly recommended!"

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"I wanted to give my friends who were getting married a wedding gift: I couldn't have done better. These guys are fantastic and the singer is incredible, I've never heard anything like it! Their music ranges from delicate jazz pieces to Latin rhythms, it's crazy!? I highly recommend."

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"Kopie van jouw review review Hallo Joep van der Meer, Je hebt een review geschreven over: Petra: Klassiek,licht klassiek,jazzy/pop uitgevoerd op 07-10-2023 om 20:00 - 22:00 op jouw '5 Jarig jubileum **Masked Ball** in Dronten. A wonderful night' 9 - 5 stars! Petra, played the violin for us during the 90 minute straight opening of our masked ball. She played amazing and she adjusted the music to the people. A track list with all the classics but also new popsongs! She has a great presence in the room and dresses up to the theme bringer her own mask and glitter dress to the ball. She drove for 3 hours straight towards our venue and was there perfect on time. Petra, thank you! *****"

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"Absolutely incredible. We asked Darren to do a work party for us over lockdown as the quiz was starting to feel a bit stale. Wow, we were not disappointed. All of the work team said it was the best performance they’d ever seen and there was an infinite amount of gasps and amazed faces. Darren even went over and above to involve the families and younger people in the audience. A huge Thank you from all of us at Sales Geek, Darren, you were incredible."

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"Marini played Pomp and Circumstance and Goodness of God for my high school graduation. I was homeschooled, so the event took place in our living room. She was very professional. The second song, Goodness of God, did not go to her expectations, because people started singing along. That surprised her, but she kept playing, and, overall, it went very well."

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"Andy is a first class entertainer who engages children of all ages. Brilliantly planned set with a great variety of music, activities, games and fun! Andy entertains the kids (and adults too!) with vibrancy. 5* review from Julie (33), Mike (32), Ellie (5) and Lily (2)"

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"The first time I saw Mimirichi, last year at the Edinburgh Fringe, I knew I would have to put them at the core of my fiendish and cunning plan for world domination. Mimirichi would leave everyone weak with laughter and begging me for more of the fun, and, of course, I would be a benign autocrat, sending Mimirichi out on a world-wide mission to sponsor their own brand of warm fuzziness and community spirit. In this cold, competitive world Mimirichi liberates hearts and minds and promotes participation and collaboration. The awful thing is that they are only at the Riverside Studios for TWO nights (until 1st July)! Please, please, rush down to Hammersmith and secure tickets for yourself, all your family (especially menopausal aunts and grumpy old men), your evil-minded neighbours, your traffic wardens and rouge traders, your bank manager and your boss. The four-man creative team at the heart of the mad, mad world of Mimirichi are superb physical performers who start off with some simple slapstick and build to a breathtaking break-dancing finale. But their secret lies in their generosity and the way they engage us with their world. This is a place where the imagination can transform paper into anything we want it to be and half of the fun is the delight in collaborating with them to make these transformations happen. It is a clown theatre for young and old alike, because it's full of the familiar and everyday. Mimirichi's Paper World is peopled with recognizable characters. There's the little guy with the broom overwhelmed by litter bugs on the rampage. And perhaps it's the same voracious paper-munching clown evolving into a despot who gets himself crowned with pomp and circumstance, and, to push the point home, also devours handbags and jackets from among the audience. I guarantee that by the end of the 85-minute show you will be shouting, screaming, pelting each other with paper, passing great swathes of the stuff back and forth and even eager to step onto the stage and be transformed into a goal-keeper for a paper football penalty or a beauty queen. At the core of this age-old humour there is an odd but recognizable logic at work, an absurd logic, or even illogical logic, perhaps, but once we accept the rules it all makes perfect sense (something like when Charlie Chaplin's starving tramp cooks his boots and eats them with perfect table manners and social etiquette). Mimirichi's gags are reminiscent of these extended comic scenarios from the Commedia lazzi and the silent movies. For example, a man desperate to find a public urinal is given increasingly complicated directions by a street cleaner in which each round of mimed instructions seems to take the longed for relief further away on a journey that includes swimming and punting across a river. Mimirichi put us in touch with a part of ourselves we don't pay much attention to these days. They belong to a long tradition of European clowning that includes the great zannis of Commedia dell'Arte, Chaplin and Keaton, Max Wall, Mayall and Edmondson and so on. This is an eternal and universal form of clowning, the carnivalesque, the Lords of Misrule, rather than the sanitized comic turns fed to children in 20th century circuses. In days gone by, this type of carnival event was considered dangerous by princes and municipalities, so that the travelling performers where often borderline outlaws. Happily, Mimirichi are completely legit, but they still can show us a few things that authoritarian rulers feared: that what usually passes for logic is suspect, and that a creative and imaginative response can present alternative solutions to traditions we take for granted. Perhaps, we should send them to the G8 Summit. If you cannot make it down to the Riverside Studios tonight go instead to a tattooist and have MIMIRICHI inscribed on your forehead, so that you will recognize their name should they come to a venue close to you at a future date."

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"We are absolutely blessed to have this guy on our team. He is not only an outstanding musician and professional, but also one of the kindest, most genuine people you will ever meet. He has been a professional drummer all of his adult life and is literally “world class” having played all over the world. "

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"Just wanted to say a massive thank you for making our wedding even more special. Without you our evening would have been ruined but you saved the day. For that I’m forever grateful. Everyone thought you were totally amazing."

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"We were lucky enough to have Shindig play on day 2 of our wedding and we couldn't have been happier. Zero stress to deal with, great communication both in the lead up and on the day. The lads are wonderful musicians and a pleasure to deal with. The set list was perfect, a great mix of trad and popular music to keep guests of all ages happy and entertained. The atmosphere, energy and music they brought was amazing. Exactly what we were looking for. Couldn't recommend Shindig enough to anyone getting married - great night guaranteed! Thanks guys for making day 2 so special and helping us dance the night away."

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"Mr Hollins was excellent in performing.He was before time making sure every thing was in place when it was time for him to perform. Will look to book him again "

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I was honored to be a part of this wonderful event. The people were kind and very helpful! I would love to serve them again if ever needed.

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"Tom's performance at our wedding ceremony was truly magical. From the first note he played, he filled the air with elegance and emotion, creating a beautiful and intimate atmosphere. His skillful touch on the keys brought our chosen songs to life, and his interpretation was captivating. Working with Tom was a highlight, as he effortlessly arranged music for a cellist to join him in a breathtaking duet. The collaboration added depth and richness to the performance, creating a harmonious blend of piano and cello that left our guests in awe. Tom's ability to coordinate and arrange with other musicians showcased his versatility and dedication to creating a personalized experience. Not only was Tom a masterful pianist, but he was also professional and accommodating throughout the entire process. He took the time to understand our vision for the ceremony and worked closely with both the cellist and us to curate a repertoire that perfectly captured the essence of our love story. His attention to detail and willingness to go above and beyond made us feel confident and at ease. Tom's talent shone through every note he played, and our guests were captivated by the duet performance. The seamless collaboration between Tom and the cellist added a special touch to our wedding day that we will cherish forever. We wholeheartedly recommend Tom. His exceptional skill, professionalism, and warm personality made him and the cellist an absolute pleasure to work with. If you're seeking a pianist who can arrange beautiful duets and create an enchanting ambiance for your wedding ceremony, Tom is the perfect choice."

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"I hired AL SON DE RUMBA for my wedding and it was wonderful! They made us enjoy and dance during the whole show. They played the songs that we agreed in the meetings and everything was quite easy. Highly recommended!"

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"We had the absolute pleasure of working with Joana as our wedding celebrant for our symbolic ceremony in Portugal, and we truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Our guests were split between New York and Portugal, with one group speaking only English and the other having very limited English. It was incredibly important for us to find someone fully fluent in both English and Portuguese, and Joana handled this seamlessly. She made everyone feel included and connected throughout the entire ceremony, which meant so much to us. Joana crafted a ceremony that was beautifully personal and perfectly balanced. It was meaningful and heartfelt, while also lighthearted and full of moments that had everyone laughing, which was exactly what we had hoped for. Her delivery was exceptional; she has a natural cadence and warmth to her voice that made the ceremony feel even more special and engaging. So many people came up to us talking about how beautiful the ceremony was and how awesome Joana was. We’re so grateful for the care, thoughtfulness, and professionalism she brought to our day. We would wholeheartedly recommend Joana to any couple looking for a bilingual or English or Portuguese celebrant who can create a truly memorable and inclusive ceremony."

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"Great afternoon at Colne Yacht Club, lovely food and Matt entertained us brilliantly throughout the meal. His choice of music was perfect for the company and his personality was so engaging. Highly recommend Matt for any event"

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