Review Centre: Crooners

"To say I was delighted with booking Tony O'Dee is an understatement. During the months prior to the party, Tony kept in touch and answered my queries very quickly, which was greatly appreciated. He came up with ideas and was so accommodating that I was totally reassured and relaxed that we had chosen the right entertainer. On the night he was early and set up the equipment so he was ready at the suggested time, and his singing voice is amazing. He can sing all sorts of genre and did. He kept us all entertained and quite a few asked me for his details. As he has won awards for Best Artist of Birmingham and also for Solihull, he certainly lived up to that reputation and I so hope we get the chance to watch him again somewhere. He is an awesome and brilliant performer. Thank you again, Tony. "

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"We have seen the Rat Pack musical twice on the big stage but this guy is THE BEST Sinatra we have seen! Brilliant!!"

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"Denis has been a regular performer at our Golden Memories programme held at Watford Football Club, and each time he brings fun and fantastic music. If you’re looking for a performer who interacts with the audience and delivers great entertainment, book Denis! He’s always reliable, and we highly recommend him to everyone. The ladies and gents at our sessions are always calling out for one more song and can’t wait for his next performance."

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"Enkele weken geleden heb ik Ludo Bone live gezien in De Dromedaris in Enkhuizen. Wat een onvergetelijke avond! Met zijn warme, swingende stem en charismatische podiumpresence brengt hij Frank Sinatra perfect tot leven. Van swingende classics tot intieme ballads – alles klopt. Ludo doet niet onder voor de echte Sinatra en zorgt voor een elegante, sfeervolle show die iedereen raakt. Ideaal voor feestavonden, theaters en bedrijfsfeesten. Absoluut een aanrader om te boeken. Translation: A few weeks ago, I saw Ludo Bone live at De Dromedaris in Enkhuizen. What an unforgettable evening! With his warm, swinging voice and charismatic stage presence, he brings Frank Sinatra perfectly to life. From swinging classics to intimate ballads – everything is spot on. Ludo is just as good as the real Sinatra and delivers an elegant, atmospheric show that touches everyone. Ideal for parties, theaters, and corporate events. Absolutely recommended for booking."

Reply by Ludo Bone — Frank Sinatra Tribute
Marijn, wat een prachtige recensie — heel erg bedankt! De Dromedaris is een geweldige plek en het was een onvergetelijke avond voor mij ook. Fijn dat je de sfeer zo hebt ervaren zoals ik hem bedoel. Hopelijk tot de volgende keer!

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"Mum had a wonderful afternoon and really enjoyed your performance. You helped make it a special day. Thanks very much"

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"“Believe me I am not impressed easily but you quite frankly blew me away. You are a born entertainer. Your voice is outstanding and this sentiment was echoed by each and everyone of my guests." Laura-Jaine Hayward"

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" All Music Review Thom Jurek The title of this set is an apt one. While much of the music presented by the Rick Holland-Evan Dobbins Little Big Band, it hearkens back -- in terms of its sophistication, confidence and outright jazz literacy, not nostalgically -- to an era when progressive jazz, and big bands (this one numbering 10 pieces) flourished on the scene. This is one sophisticated outfit. Featuring the arrangement and compositional skills of Brent Wallarab, Jim Martin, Bill Dobbins and Kerry Strayer, this band struts out the tradition and make some joyous, complex, and elegant music that reflects its own unique identity. The résumés of all these players are impressive and reflected in the confidence of the date. It opens with "SUNY-Triangle," a Martin composition that works its artful sleight-of-hand over Antonio Carlos Jobim's "Triste." Martin uses the rhythmically complex samba and drapes some tough, knotty twists and turns over it. The intro is a beautiful and raucous wake-up call, while the head of the tune, with its staggered entrances and exits -- including some fine soloing by John Viavattine on tenor and John Nyerges on piano -- give this tune a unique identity. "Creature Comfort" is a beautiful mid-tempo ballad by Wallarab with edgeless yet multi-dimensional dissonances written into its harmonics. It swings beautifully and includes a fine, punchy solo by tenorman Glenn Cashman. Besides the originals, there are some fine readings here as well. There's Wallarab's arrangement of Duke Ellington's "Black and Tan Fantasy" that's a thoroughly modern exercise losing none of Ellington's humor or rhythmic complexity. Likewise, Gerry Mulligan's haunting, wee-hours, "Night Lights," is given expert treatment here by Strayer, and Dean Keller's baritone saxophone playing combines Mulligan's sense of lyric and Ben Webster's sense of time. In Time's Shadow reveals that innovation need not sacrifice accessibility or swing. It is convincing evidence that the big band form is alive, well and full of surprises."

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"Robert, we wanted to thank you so much for performing at our Wedding. We had a lot of trouble finding someone so late on in the day, and your availability is so impressive. We both loved your voice, you are so talented and you made our day that bit more special, we are so grateful you could make it at such short notice! We will be recommending you to our friends and family, because you are a step above the rest! Mark & June Allen. (10 / 10)"

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"Jazz Centrale made our garden party unforgettable! It felt like we were on vacation with all our friends and family, and had stumbled upon a cozy, lit square under the trees at a jazz festival. First instrumental, and later in the evening, SaraLee joined us. An unforgettable evening, and I highly recommend letting these fantastic musicians enhance your experience."

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"The bride, groom and their 200 guests found Annelise’s performance both very entertaining and professional. The timbre of her voice is ideally suited to the jazz idiom."

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"Hi Steed, On behalf of both Danielle and myself we would like to thank you for all your hard work on Saturday. Everybody that we spoke to said that it was such a great added touch to the entertainment. Everybody commented on how good it was. Thanks again, Jamie & Danielle "

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"The Officina del Malcontento stands out brilliantly for their incisive artistic research. Their music goes beyond conventional boundaries, boldly exploring new sound territories. Attention to detail demonstrates a sincere commitment to innovation with an attentive eye to tradition. The group embodies the passion for musical art in all its nuances, giving the audience an engaging and unique experience"

Reply by Barbera & Champagne
Thank you for your kind review, Marta! Looking forward to see you and play for you again! Carla and Officina del Malcontento

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"Gordon gets the crowd going from the very first song! "

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"My residents raved about how much they enjoyed Michael's music and we definitely want to have him back to entertain again!"

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"Myriam is smiling, flexible and professional. Sublime music and a beautiful repertoire to accompany our wedding ceremony, in a private garden in Paris, setting a magical “Midsummer Night's Dream” mood. She even learned a Beatles song at our request for the signing of the marriage certificate. The icing on the cake! "

Reply by Myriam Harpist Paris
Thank you so much, Sarah, for your wonderful message! It was a joy to perform for your wedding in such a beautiful garden, the atmosphere truly felt magical. I loved preparing your special request for the Beatles song; it was the perfect touch for your ceremony. I’m so happy the music helped create the “Midsummer Night’s Dream” feeling you imagined. Wishing you both endless love and happiness! Warm regards, Myriam

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