Review Centre: Swing Bands

"I can’t say enough great things about this entire band. Igor is such a pleasure to work with and the all of the musicians were not only impeccable but musically very very talented. Our entire event went off without a hitch due to their talents."

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"I just wanted to say a massive thank you. You were all amazing last night! You absolutely made my party and I’m so grateful!! I had so many people comment on how awesome you were! Many thanks again for making my 40th fabulous and unforgettable."

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"Strepitosi! E bravi questi quattro ragazzi in uniforme! Li abbiamo sentiti suonare ad Alassio qualche anno fa e, come ci siamo promessi, questi maestri suoneranno al nostro matrimonio, e così è stato. A Villa Roseto di Imperia, in questa splendida location suggestiva, gli Uke Swing hanno preso posto anche loro, intrattenendo gli ospiti con cover swing anni '40, sempre pronti a ogni evenienza e attenti ai momenti della cerimonia. Seri, simpatici, professionisti e discreti nelle esecuzioni dei brani e maestralmente ben inseriti nel contesto, hanno contribuito alla meravigliosa riuscita della festa. Peccato che ci si sposa una volta sola! Alessandra e Gianluigi"

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"Frank De Blase, Roch City News 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 "

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"Made our wedding feel really elegant and memorable. Guests couldn’t stop talking about them."

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"When David is up there … he is Frank. I have used Perfectly Frank for many family occasions"

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"You were great and I’ve had some lovely comments about the music, people were impressed. Thank you."

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"Kevin, il violinista, è un professionista straordinario e una persona splendida. Abbiamo scelto Kevin per la cerimonia nel matrimonio di mia sorella. Fin dal primo momento che l'abbiamo conosciuto, ci ha colpito la sua gentilezza, la sua disponibilità. Il giorno del matrimonio, ha reso la cerimonia indimenticabile e magica. Grazie infinite per tutto."

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"Enchant Your Event with Trip for Biscuits! They sounded amazing, dressed the part and provided our wedding with an unforgettable sound and enchantment that exceeded our expectations. They were flexible with the venue, easy to work & coordinate with, and absolutely professional. Can't recommend them enough!"

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"Stefano was planed to show up as a surprise performance for the newly weds, and they sure got surprised. He showed up in good time, to be sure, that the timing of his surprise was in order and he made everyone laugh and sing along. Thank you for a good time and dance."

Reply by The Roaming Accordion – Italian Live Music
Dearest Yasmine, it was a real pleasure meeting you and sharing my music with you on the most important day for the newlyweds, for you, their friends, and for their wonderful families! Best regards from Italy! Stefano

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"A great cause and a terrific night out. Jackie and I enjoyed it all thoroughly. Please pass on our thanks and congratulations to your band with our best wishes for another successful night and for a good Christmas and new year. You have some new fans and we’re looking forward to next year's extravaganza!"

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"Luigi is a fantastic guy! Very charming and understanding, except from being a great musician of course. We gave him a brief what we want, what kind of music we like, what we want to be played when guests are coming, first dance music, etc, and Luigi was very helpful and knew exactly what to do and when. We highly recomend his services !!! No one will be disappointed."

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"Thank you for coming, it was wonderful listening to you. One of the ladies in the kitchen thought it was a CD playing as you are so good!! We do have some event ideas in the pipeline for this year which you would be first choice"

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"Review of Trilby - The liner notes inform us that this ensemble started as a swinging dance band in 2005. Since then, they've evolved into a solid, well-arranged outfit with first rate solos played by intriguing, skilled jazz cats. The feeling I derived from the CD was similar to a classic Blue Note session. You know, several well-written originals that are melodically strong, and a few standards to test the players' chops on familiar material. The co-leaders play flugelhorn and trombone, respectively. Most of the arrangements come from pianist Bill Dobbins, who allows plenty of room for free-swinging solo work. The familiar vehicles here include Benny Golson's "Stablemates" and Sonny Stitt's "Eternal Triangle." I also spotted a tune called "Rich's Call" by Kerry Strayer, a baritone player of the highest stripe, and a skilled composer and arranger as well. It is interesting to note three compositions from jazz harmonica whiz, Hendrik Meurkens. Perhaps he has some connection to the band. Finally, it should be said that this session is directed straight down the middle of the bop highway. Simply an outstanding blowing session on songs that, amazingly enough, sound like songs!"

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"You sound exactly like Ol Blue Eyes himself Ray Thanks.."

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