Review Centre: 1940s Era Musicians & Bands

"Melissa sang for us at a Diamond Wedding Anniversary Garden Party and she was absolutely fantastic! A brilliant singer, with a lovely personality and music perfect for the event. Thank you!"

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"Tom is a highly talented musician as well as being very professional when communicating and engaging with clients. We recently asked Tom to perform at an event in Cookham. The band were excellent, the client was delighted - wouldn't hesitate in recommending."

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"‘Everybody has commented on how well the party went and absolutely loved your singing - they all really praised you. I think you really made the night and you were so good with the kids I think they will talk about you for a long time.’ "

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"Davies performances are distinctly old school, from her vintage microphone to her penchant for evening gowns. Even her voice is retro - evoking Ella and Edith Piaf while never paling in comparison."

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"O Banda Latina Music é, actualmente, o grupo de música latina radicado em Portugal com maior diversidade de estilos, principalmente cumbia, son cubano, salsa e merengue. Trabalhando em conjunto desde há vários anos, a banda é frequentemente convidada, pela sua qualidade, para inúmeros concertos e eventos para diversas entidades com as quais o grupo mantém uma relação privilegiada de parceria. Por variadas razões, a Banda Latina Music é um grupo especial, que fará a diferença no seu evento. As sonoridades da banda viajam desde a música tradicional cubana à salsa, desde as cumbias colombianas ao merengue, passando por outros géneros musicais afro-latinos. A instrumentação da banda inclui instrumentos originais destes países, tais como o tres cubano, o kuisi e diversa percussão autócnote. Completam a formação o trompete, o clarinete, a guitarra, o contrabaixo e vozes. A componente vincadamente rítmica convida à dança destes ritmos, contribuindo para a alegria do público. "

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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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"Can we just say WOW! You guys on Saturday were unbelievable. Everyone absolutely thrived and we couldn’t get people off the dance floor. Thank you so much to you and the whole team for making our day unforgettable! I have already had people from the wedding asking for the band's details!"

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"Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller and the rest of the "big" band leaders would be proud of your leadership and musical skills-the music was so amazing!!!m studying the great American Band Leaders for my PHD in American Musical History. I have to say, there hats would have been off to your splendid performance. Your daughter was great too.’Take care and thank you again so much for the great music! Katie Smith, Buffalo NY"

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"(Zvjezdana Balić je na lokaciji Knjižnica Gajnice. 27. siječnja 2020. · Zagreb · Operni pjevač Neven Mrzlečki izvodit će pjesme duhovnog i svjetovnog karaktera uz gitaru. Vidimo se sutra, u utorak, u 18:30h u Knjižnici Gajnice) Ms Zvjezdana Balić is on the site of local library in Gajnice, Zagreb on January 27th 2020. An opera singer Neven Mrzlecki will perform songs of spiritual and secular character accompanying himself with guitar. See you tomorrow, on Tuesday, at 18.30 in the Gajnice Library"

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Hvala za osvrt, drago mi je vratiti nešto zajednici u koju sam doselio. Neven

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"Jay KNOWS his Art Such a gifted and dedicated Musician and Music Creator"

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"The Jazz Central was very professional in every way. Their performance was great, they created the atmosphere at our wedding ceremony. As well as in terms of communication (request to handling), everything was perfect. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a jazz band."

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"I booked Ruby to sing at the start of my daughters 18th birthday party in August 2015. She did the opening couple of hours before the DJ started. I was so pleased with my choice. She was exactly what was needed, excellent voice, good choice of songs. Nice jazzy, chilled vibe at the beginning and gradually getting everyone into the party mood before handing over to the DJ. Ruby went down well with all ages at the party, was friendly and approachable and flexible with arrangements. Also, very good value for money. I will definitely book her again for my next event!"

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"Hi Fay, the music made our wedding an occasion . The music made the emotion. It was beautiful and all the guests complimented you all. The flute really added to it and you all played beautifully. Just highly recommended . Pasw on our thanks to the rest of the ensemble. Shrigley Hall 2022"

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"Thank you for playing for us last night – we loved the music you played and felt it really set our night off perfectly! Everyone has been saying how brilliant the band was last night and the photos today show that people really had a great time!! Your outfits were also perfectly fitting with our Roaring 20s theme and we literally couldn’t have asked for more! Thank you so much once again and we would not hesitate to book you for events in the future!"

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"The first time I hired this band the reactions were so positive that there was a follow-up. And also for the next party I have already been asked if the Dima Loginov Jazz trio will come again. And luckily it is! Good music and very nice people. Recommended!"

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