Review Centre: 1940s Era Musicians & Bands

"I found the band via Google. They were very professional. Arrived and set up on time. Everything was as expected. Excellent talent and the crowd loved them. I would book again. "

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"Fantastic At the company party of Moree Gelderblom Advocaten, Jazz Centrale provided the musical accompaniment. The communication beforehand was very pleasant, and the musical atmosphere they created during the evening was exactly what we had envisioned. Thank you!"

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"Well hello, it’s Larry Richmond back on the entertainment scene, and so good to be attending live entertainment again. On Sunday 20th February I attended the Pheasantry in Chelsea, to see Lorraine & The Flames. This gig was produced by Aspects Productions and presented in association with Pizza Express Live. I had previously seen the band’s showreel and was looking forward to seeing them live on stage. The Pheasantry is one of London’s top two cabaret rooms. I arrived well in time to order a meal and a bottle of wine. The show started at 8.00 pm. The venue was full. After an introduction by the compere, Lorraine looking stunningly elegant in her long glittering dress entered the room from the above stage balcony and slowly descended the stairway singing her opening song. Throughout the 90 min show, consisting of two 45 min sets, Lorraine backed by her excellent band of piano, bass, drums, and guitar, gave us the best of the American songbook in a relaxed and stylish style which was a joy to hear and see. I understand that Lorraine Heavey was a successful professional performer in her native Ireland during the early part of her career, and then gave up performing to marry and start a family. How glad I am that this talented lady has decided to return to her showbiz career and is now performing again. Lorraine Heavey has that certain element that we call ‘star’ quality. I hear through the grapevine that Lorraine and The Flames will be performing again at the Pheasantry later this year on the 6th Sept and at another of London’s top cabaret rooms, The Crazy Coqs, on the 3rd of October. I for one look forward to seeing her on stage again. Larry Richmond Entertainment Reviewer February 2023 "

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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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"Hitchen Jazz Group travelled all the way to Holland to play for my family at a party. There were going to be many jazz lovers in attendance, so I checked out the Hitchen Jazz Website, and loved what I viewed. Hitchen Jazz Trio played an excellent selection of Jazz Standards, and we all loved it. The guys in the group were super friendly, and David even gave an impromptu trumpet lesson to one of the guests. Thankyou, thankyou, thankyou! "

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"The Crotchet Club were amazing! They worked to our playlist recommendations and even allowed us to book them for longer on the night! The guests and us are still talking about how good they were. 100% recommend them to anyone"

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"Thank you so much, Trevor! The band sounded wonderful, and provided the perfect atmosphere for the crowd. Mom loved it! We are already talking about a sequel next year… You guys were great - thanks again!! "

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"Hi Jen, Thank you again so, so much for making our party so memorable. You were absolutely brilliant and we are so happy that we managed to find each other via the power of the internet. Your song selection was totally spot on all through the night and we really enjoyed dancing and listening to you. In particular, thank you for finding the time to learn and sing ‘our song’, which we had as the first dance on our wedding day. You performed it beautifully and it meant so much to us. I hope it is now added to you repertoire. Please let me know if there is anywhere you want me to leave a review, and I will always be very happy to give direct feedback if a prospective client ever wants a testimonial. It was lovely to meet you. We will always remember our party which you made so special for us, and we hope we can find an excuse to book you again at some stage in the future. With our very best wishes, Trevor & Claire x x"

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"It has been more than satisfactory and your contribution to it has been essential. Everyone I spoke to yesterday and today is praising you guys. So once again, many thanks to you and the other band members. If we need music again in the future, we will definitely know where to find you. Too bad that beautiful moments also have an end."

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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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"Very successful Thank you for your performance (and the quick arrangements). We found it very successful. "

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"The performance on Thursday was very nice! Our guests thought so too. In short, we are very satisfied, also about the booking process."

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"I have been meaning to message you directly also to thank you. What you produced the night of our wedding was nothing short of magical - and I do not say this lightly. I am very happy to hear the band enjoyed the evening - I think their enjoyment and energy showed through their music. The feedback we have had from guests is overwhelming, particularly that the band and the singer (I don't remember his name) was the best they have ever heard at a wedding. You guys nailed the performance. I am so happy that we decided to do a live version, you could not have gotten the same energy and vibe with just a recording / original version. Your two sets were also perfect. There were a few times that we all stopped in the marquee to listen and appreciate the music, particularly My Way - I remember looking around and quite a few people were singing along! I think another sign of a success of a wedding is the number of people on the dance floor, and there was not an empty space during the second set. The amount of people of all ages dancing was a true highlight for me as we wanted this to be a wedding that everyone would enjoy - not just us." Alexa"

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"Dan and his band was amazing I threw my wife a surprise 10 year cancer remission party and found Dan Olivo on GigSalad. Soon as I talked to him I knew he was the right person for this special event. He definitely provided a memorable night and was the highlight of the party. I would recommend him without any reservations and can't wait to see him perform again."

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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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