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"You guys were fab and perfect for our Wedding function. Great atmosphere, full dancefloor and sounded great. Even provided background music when not playing. Really recommended! Thank you"

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"Hi guys, Last night was great. Everyone is commenting how fantastic you guys were so thank you! Kind regards Hannah LawSociety.net *****"

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"“The Ambrassadors made our wedding celebrations! Every single attendee has praised them - they create the perfect atmosphere! Their musical talent is second to none and you should book them for your event/wedding - you will not be disappointed!” "

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"Thank you for great night, with wide range of covers, own music and instrumental!! Was a massive hit! Already booked a second! "

Reply by Cheri Pattie
Thank you, was a great night! Look forward to playing again. :)

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"Hi, Sorry it's so late, but we wanted to say an enormous thank you to the Band for the amazing performance at our Wedding. You were all brilliant and got everyone dancing. We could not have asked for a better performance. You made our night so enjoyable. Thank you."

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"The day went really well, we think we had our highest attendance ever. We had a rock band that went down really well. "

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"Spark Up Band played our wedding and were absolutely perfect! We had so many compliments on the music and they absolutely nailed the vibe we were going for. They also accommodated our genre and first/last song requests flawlessly. They seemed like lovely blokes too which always helps! Can 100% recommend Spark Up Band to others. Thank you Ian & co!"

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"We had a really great time last night, you guys were amazing, all the songs you guys performed everyone could sing along and dance to, can’t wait to see you again!"

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"I’ve had the pleasure of hiring Ronnie Barrera for numerous events over the years, and every single time he has exceeded my expectations. Ronnie is one of those rare entertainers who brings both extraordinary talent and impeccable professionalism to the stage. Whether he’s leading a band, dazzling on the jazz guitar, or lending his smooth voice to a classic tune, he delivers a performance that feels effortless, polished, and deeply engaging. One of Ronnie’s greatest strengths is his versatility. He can glide from soulful jazz standards to upbeat rock and roll without missing a beat, always reading the room and choosing exactly the right energy for the moment. His musical range allows him to elevate any event—formal dinners, lively celebrations, intimate gatherings, or large-scale functions. No matter the setting, Ronnie shows up fully prepared, perfectly attuned to the event’s mood, and ready to create an unforgettable experience. What truly sets Ronnie apart is his dedication. He communicates clearly, arrives early, and ensures every detail is just right. I always feel confident knowing he’s part of the program, because I trust his talent, his consistency, and his ability to make guests feel delighted and swept into the moment. Ronnie Barrera isn’t just a musician—he’s an entertainer in the highest sense of the word. I recommend him wholeheartedly. Cheryl Jones"

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"Live music στον παιδότοπο Happy Playtime στη Ν.Καλλικρατεια! Μεγάλοι και μικροί διασκεδάζουμε την Κυριακή 5 Ιανουαρίου 2025! Ώρα έναρξης: 19.00 μμ Ελληνικα και ξένα τραγούδια με σαξόφωνο, φλάουτο και κιθάρα από τον καθηγητή και μουσικό John Apostolidis! Σας περιμένουμε όλους!! 📍 Οσίας Παρασκευής 51 Ν.Καλλικρατεια Χαλκιδικής ☎️ Κρατήσεις:23990-49984/6978360456 #livemusic #musicmoments #happyplaytime #lovemusic #saxophone #flute #guitar #johnapostolidis #mariaaquamare #virginiagiouvanoudi #evanakou #panostsalis #ria #anna #georgia"

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"Jools composed and remotely recorded violin sections for 3 of my tracks: Just For a Day; Roman 7; Boneyard. The tracks have an American influence but would fall under the indie genre. Essentially, the remit for Jools was to 'bulk them out' with strings. Although I had not actually met Jools in person (and still haven't), he was extremely responsive when communicating via email and therefore didn't need to meet. Before agreeing, he encouraged me to listen to his back catalogue - I was impressed with the breadth and depth of genres that Jools had worked with and I was pleased to learn he had worked with a couple of acquaintances of mine- namely The Birmingham Philharmonic Orchestra and Chris Tye. Listening to his work, I was impressed by his knack around texturising songs- in my experience, strings can sometimes feel isolated from the rest of the instrumentation and I am aware that some string players find this aspect of composition challenging. Throughout the process, Jools ensured he had a secure understanding around my expectations. This brought about discussion around dynamics, chord progression technique (tremolo, tied sections etc). Although he was happy to read from transcript, I felt that his take on composition would be much better than mine, so he kindly agreed to compose the parts himself. After recording the first version, he sent me recordings via YouTube- he even went to the trouble of including a running text commentary of his thoughts within the video itself. This meant that I could give better feedback and bounce off his ideas. I was especially amazed by the turnaround (3 days to complete the process) as I had not set any deadlines or ball-park timeframes. Jools' playing is technically perfect and he has an exceptional ear for harmony and dynamics. e.g. He knew not to play for the sake of playing, and when to build to crescendo. He was able to add a range of chords, hooks and new melodies to the song. In Boneyard, the melody in the instrumental chorus ended up becoming the dominant hook- this was totally unplanned. Much like his violin playing, the overall recording quality was very professional. If you are looking for an outstanding string player who is both technical and visionary, Jools would be my number one recommendation."

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"This band builds a bridge between pop, soul and funk from the 70's and 80's on one side, and the world of jazz on the other side. Great musicianship, fantastic arrangements and a very sophisticated sound. Highly recommended for jazz clubs and festivals!"

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"Hi guys You were Fantastic. Couldn't quite believe how close you sounded to the record. You were great"

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"So much fun - fantastic set lists and excellent sound! Professional and super fun. "

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"You guys are by far the best band I've had in here in the six years I've owned this place."

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