Review Centre: Jazz Bands

"An amazing duo who made our wedding day special, like we were in a fairytale. They are versatile, able to read the crowd and were open to take on board specific song requests. Thanks Giuseppe and Sam, you guys rock! Highly recommend 👌 "

Reply by The Wimbledon Jazz Duo
Thank you so much, Natasha! Your wedding really did feel special — such a beautiful day and wonderful people. Sam and I loved being part of it and are so happy the music made it special for you. Wishing you both all the best! – Giuseppe

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"Thank you so m Amare Strings, the entire process was SO smooth and easy for us to organise this and they played absolutely beautifully. Thank you for making our ceremony so wonderful!"

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"Semplicemente perfetti. Ho scoperto gli ArTwoMusic su Internet e devo dire che sono stato felicissimo della scelta: musicisti incredibili in grado di interpretare un ampia selezione di brani con passione e professionalità. Li consiglio vivamente."

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"The Swing Empire have performed at several key events for us recently including the Cornwall Tourism Awards, our wedding open day and our New Years Eve celebration and they were amazing on each occasion! We had so many positive guest comments and feedback that we just had to book them again for this New Years. With a great variety of songs, interaction with the crowd and very smartly dressed what more could you want! Excellent musicians and certainly a band that we will be recommending for future events that The Headland organise and also for our clients weddings and corporate events."

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"Igor did a fantastic job performing at our wedding’s cocktail hour. All of our guests were overly impressed with his class and talent."

Reply by Ontario saxophonist Igor Babich
Thank you so much, gyus! Much appreciated.

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"I just want to thank you so much for making our wedding celebrations so perfect. Everyone who came has fed back to us how amazing you were. You were absolutely stunning and I loved every minute of your sets – terrific voice and music. It was lovely to see everyone dancing – from my 6 year old niece to my 83 year old aunt! Thank you so much."

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"A ne rater sous aucun prétexte, tantôt amusante, souvent émouvante, inédite, Jussanam est une Joséphine Baker incarnée avec élégance et talent. La joie de vivre, contagieuse, éclate sur scène. Les arrangements sont superbes, et les musiciens dans un équilibre parfait. Un programme unique, inédit! "

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"For a cool groove, make sure you listen to THE UNKNOWNS. A very hip vibe for any cool occasion. Enjoy!"

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"Thank you so much Matthew. Honestly everyone was raving about the band. Honestly in that room it was just incredible. Truly was. Thank you xx"

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"Tarabu was a fantastic complement to our black-tie wedding reception, adding plenty of class and a great vibe with their tasteful repertoire. We opted for the jazz quartet which played during sundowner cocktails and it was really wonderful, with many of the guests commenting on the band. It was exactly what we had hoped for, the music was great, and we would certainly recommend them. It was a breeze to set up the appointment and coordinate with Tarabu beforehand."

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"We really enjoyed the music, the trio arrived as agreed and played even a bit longer than expected. Everyone was very pleased with them. I can recommend them highly. I hope to have the opportunity to book them again. "

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"Many thanks Derek - you were a huge hit, as I’m sure you hear all the time. We’ve received so many compliments and comments about how expertly you played, how joyful the music was to listen to and from a booker’s point of view you were a dream to work with. I shall be in contact again as we'd love to have you back…"

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"Great band who were professional and punctual. Really added to the atmosphere of our arrival drinks. Thanks!"

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"It’s quite possible to stroll right past the place while navigating West Kinzie Street, just a wee bit north of the Chicago River, and not even realize it. The only concrete clue that you’ve arrived at your destination is the sight of a black canvas entrance emblazoned with the curious moniker of the joint. It’s called Untitled, and that handle is purposely nondescript, only adding to the overall mystique of the nightspot. Head down a short flight of stairs, say hello to the doorman (there’s no cover), and you’ll find that Untitled offers a welcoming hideaway from the hustle and bustle of the Loop, which sits only a few blocks south on the other side of the river. During the Prohibition era, speakeasies dotted the Windy City landscape where those so inclined could quaff an alcoholic libation or two while securely hidden away from the long arm of the law. But those long-ago speaks were never this spacious or glamorously appointed. Make no mistake: this is a classy operation all the way, so you won’t spy any tennis shoes or sweatsuits sullying the polished dance floor. When the Rhythm Rockets take the stage at Untitled, as they’ve been doing on the second Wednesday evening of every month for a while now starting at 7:30 p.m. and going strong for three hours, the joint proceeds to jump to a barrage of eminently danceable rhythms. The music meshes perfectly with the delicious food and cool drinks that can be ordered by summoning your lovely waitress. You can dine on such delicacies as steak tartare, sea scallops, and mushroom tortellini, and top your feast off with a scrumptious slice of whoopee pie, a blend of dark chocolate-espresso cake, peanut butter mousse, and powdered sugar. There was a fair amount of dancing happening during the Rhythm Rockets’ most recent Untitled engagement, but most of the sizable crowd was content to soak in the swinging soiree at their tables or from their barstools. The sound quality was exceptionally crisp and full-bodied all night long; Dave Downer’s concise guitar licks sliced through the air with authority, and Nicole Kestler’s delightful vocals were mixed at precisely the right level for maximum enjoyment as she sailed through longtime Rhythm Rockets favorites that included Little Esther’s “Oo Papa Do,” the relaxed pre-war blues lament “Trouble In Mind,” and the band’s scorching arrangement of Ruth Brown’s “(Mama) He Treats Your Daughter Mean” that they often use as a set closer. The sizzling sax section (tenors Michael Bielecki and Vince Salerno and baritone Justin Kierans) was tight and right throughout the evening, and the rock-solid combination of bassist Lou Marini and drummer Mark Fornek kept the grooves hitting on all cylinders. Mark usually sings a song or two on each set prior to Nicole’s entrance, and now he’s previewing a few Chicago blues numbers that he’s also singing with Dave’s new side band, the Five Alibis. Vince switched over to harmonica to give Little Walter’s ominous “I Don’t Play” an authentic Chicago blues sound, although the horns returned when Mark launched into Junior Wells’ playful shuffle “The Things I’d Do For You.” If you’re anywhere near River North on the second Wednesday of this or any month in the near future, take a walk down Kinzie and seek out Untitled, even if you have to look hard for it. It’s altogether worth the effort--and a great place to check out the Rhythm Rockets doing what they do best! "

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"We had a lovely evening. Everyone said how good they are. Would highly recommend "

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