Review Centre: 1920s Era Musicians & Bands

"We had Igor and Mathew (2 person band - Piano + stand up bass) play during my mother’s 65th birthday celebration at a restaurant with about 80+ guests. I can’t tell you enough how much everyone appreciated and enjoyed their performance and music. They sound so amazing, playing perfectly as the party went on. They played passive jazz with a mix of bossa nova which were a perfect blend for our theme and guests. Igor and his band were very professional, on time, flexible, and very patient with our loud and crowded guests. He is easy to communicate with and is very transparent and clear. Music wise, I couldn’t believe we were able to have this band play for us as they were nothing short from perfect. Amazing people"

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"Hi Melissa, just thought I would email to say a big thank you and to let you know you was a huge success in our home – our residents really enjoyed your performance and would love for you to come back!"

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"It's always better to have a live band performing at Cambodian wedding ceremonies. We were so impressed to meet a real orchestra at this wedding. The outfits are stunning. If you travel to Cambodia, you may visit Angkor Vat and you will hear this type of music playing by the temples."

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"They sound amazing. We enjoyed our time listening to their beautiful music. They played beautifull Bossa novas from Carlos Jobim. "

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"Beauty Shop Dolls did a spectacular performance for my daughters wedding. They are talented and professional with beautiful voices. They dance, sing, entertain, do it all. We even got a little 1920s dance lesson. Really made the atmosphere memorable because it's not the usual DJ you expect at a wedding. Everyone enjoyed it from the little ones to us older folk."

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"Great meeting [the musicians]. Both [singer] and guitar/harmonica player were excellent! "

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"Melissa gave an amazing performance at my father in laws birthday party, helping to make the party very special. Everyone remarked how much they enjoyed Melissa’s singing and the wonderful programme. Thank you Melissa, we will be definitely booking you for our next party event."

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"Oh la la were absolutely amazing! I had dreamed of having French café music at our party and Oh la la provided that and more. As well as the music and Fifi's vocals being wonderful, the they are very charismatic, and were mixing with the crowd, taking requests and generally ensuring we all had a wonderful time. Would absolutely recommend."

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"we invited Dupa Trio to play at our wedding in France, all of our families and friend came from all over Europe for the event, and we were delighted to invite Dupa Trio to play at our reception and ceremony, they did such a good job, they are so lovable and literally all of the guests mentioned to me how great was the jazz trio ! thanks for making our day more special! you guys are awesome! "

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"Saxophones, a rhythm section and vocals, swinging like crazy – that’s the aptly named FIVE STAR SWING ! As saxophone section in any band, they would take some beating. Beautiful tones and well-rehearsed by their leader, Chris Smith (Jnr), who has the singular talent of playing the trumpet with his right hand and the piano with his left at one and the same time ! He also happens to be a very experienced music writer having learnt his trade with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra and Glenn Miller’s Brother, Herb. Add to the fact that he can also well handle a vocal, as can his wife, lead alto Simone Smith and tenor man Stephen Davies, who’s clarinet playing on “Sing, Sing, Sing” was superb – and it will give you some idea of the breadth of talent in this line-up. This is a band crying out to be danced to and it wasn’t long before the jivers took to the dance floor. Five Star Swing –a “must” for every dance club in the country."

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"From start to finish Brian was nothing short of epic! We wanted a pianist for our wedding ceremony and from the moment we booked Brian he was very communicative, super friendly, listened to all of our slightly strange requests and made them all happen, down to the last detail. On the day, Brian arrived well in advance of the start this, and was playing his gorgeous music to the guests (and putting me at easy) well before the start of the ceremony. Yes his music is SUPERB, but for me, what made Brian most incredible, was he ability to read the room. We had a song mid-ceremony (which we thought could potentially be badly sang by guests) but not on Brian’s watch… he lead us all in, adding fun bits into the song, picking up the pace when needed and giving us all the confidence to “belt it out”. Just a true professional with a personal touch. Brilliant Brian!"

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"Fab band. Brilliant take on popular songs. Like you won't have heard before. I recommend them for any event."

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"We hosted a pie & mash night in our restaurant & we wanted something authentic but at the same time not too loud. Harmonica lewinsky was PERFECT for what we wanted. He got everyone up & singing, provided singing sheets so everyone could join in. He looked the part, sounded the part. We couldn't of asked for anything more- So much so we have booked in another pie & mash night along with Harmonica Lewinsky again as it was one of the best evenings we have held in our pub."

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"Great Jazz set played by Laura and her pianist Cornel at Da Francesco Restaurant . Lovely voice , well chosen songs , good to work with . "

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"Robert and I are so over the moon grateful for the way Crook & Company graciously serenaded us and our guests for our wedding. You all did a phenomenal job with every detail. You were all professional, had amazing energy and extremely talented! You guys made the night perfect! I will definitely recommend your band in the future. "

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