Review Centre: 1940s Era Musicians & Bands

"This was the second occasion it's been my pleasure to watch Harmonica Lewinsky at the Green Dragon and certainly won't be the last. The venue itself is a good old-fashioned local that, unlike many in the area, hasn't been gentrified but is cosy, friendly and intimate. The trio were absolutely brilliant, put smiles on the faces of everyone present and there was much foot-tapping and singing-along. I look forward to the next time."

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"The charismatic and charming Lucienne de Ville brings bags of joie de vivre to the stage, engaging warmly with her audience and delighting everyone with her sparkling personality and beautiful singing voice. With Lucienne you are guaranteed to be taken on an uplifting musical and cultural journey. I can highly recommend her artistry and talent."

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"A precise and discreet person, he accompanied our evening with friends by playing jazz guitar, including manouche style, in a varied yet impeccable way—never overly virtuosic, never banal. The melodies did not take the center stage, providing the perfect background, just as we had requested. A wonderful evening. Thank you, Romeo!"

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"I cannot recommend the lovely Almaz enough. They played a family party for us and were the perfect chilled out vibe we wanted and needed. Jo has the most beautiful voice and Barney’s guitar playing is just the best. They are a perfect compliment to each other. I am a big fan. Thank you so very much for the music. Long may it play xxx"

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"Sue and I cannot praise you and your wonderful swing band enough. We have organised many prestigious balls and dinner dances over the years and we have hired some of the finest dance bands in the country but we can truly say that Mr Swing’s Dance Orchestra is the best we have ever used. It was absolutely magical, thank you. We are so so overwhelmed with gratitude to you for the evening because you absolutely made it. We would recommend you to anyone in the World; we already have a few people in mind. Comments from the guests included “The best band I have ever heard” and “What a fabulous band!” Not only were the musicians excellent but more importantly they all enjoyed playing which made for a wonderfully warm and welcoming atmosphere. It was a pleasure meeting you Matthew and a privilege to listen to your wonderful band which helped to make the evening very special indeed."

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"Debbie Winn recommends Anna Nightingale. 28 August 2021 We saw her last night at golden hind in portsmouth she was fantastic such a beautiful voice the songs were great hopefully will come back to Portsmouth and play at some of our venues like riffle club South parade pier southsea wedge Wood rooms and many more we highly recommend Anna !!!"

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" Paul provided evening entertainment for our wedding guests, bringing a gentle sophistication to our intimate wedding. Paul, we loved your music, as did our guests. Thank you so much for making our evening extra special. We'd have no hesitation calling on for another occasion in the future. -from Debbie / wedding reception at Upwaltham Barns, Petworth "

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"Convergence has been our band of choice for SpeakEasy Nite for several years. They take you back to the 20s, very danceable, listenable. The Flappers love it!"

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"Mark Sensinger performed background music at my daughter’s bridal shower lunch at the Andover, Inn in Andover, MA. To say that he was amazing in an understatement. He did it all. As guests were arriving and mingling he played sax - a bossa nova vibe. Then, during lunch, he played background piano music, including some of his own compositions, which were creative and easy listening. Then, during dessert and coffee, when people were moving around the room again and mingling, he played keyboard and sang - mostly older and classic love songs by Frank Sinatra, Cole Porter, etc. It was unbelievable, so much like the real thing. Having live music made for a really special day. Mark is a talented and versatile musician with a varied and sophisticated repertoire and an agreeable disposition. He even came to the Andover Inn two weeks before our bridal lunch to do a sound check. He would be great at any event associated with weddings, special anniversaries and milestone birthday parties."

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"Chiedi recensioni Hai già ottenuto 17 recensioni Amina Adriana Marino Data nozze: 08/09/2016 5.0 Qualità del servizioEccellente Tempi di RispostaEccellente Rapporto qualità/prezzoEccellente FlessibilitàEccellente ProfessionalitàEccellente Gruppo strepitoso costituito da bravissimi e disponibilissimi musicisti. Siamo estremamente contenti di aver coinvolto gli Uke Swing per il nostro Matrimonio. Il loro repertorio ha coinvolto tutte le generazioni, ci hanno fatto divertire ed emozionare. La loro strumentazione e gli arrangiamenti molto particolari hanno reso estremamente attuali e coinvolgenti brani tratti da un repertorio immortale e conosciuto da tutti! Consigliatissimi per chi desidera musica dal vivo di qualità, diversa, coinvolgente e divertente."

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"A truly sublime evening! - I could not recommend Dolores & F. highly enough, led by the exquisite vocals of Sarah Jane. Our perfect mid-summer conditions; outdoor 60th birthday with 80+ guests, were complemented by crystal-clear vocals, excellent instrumentalists and a repertoire from ‘50s -90s which set and caught the mood. The band’s flexibility even embraced ‘roving’ musicians (ie the birthday boy on clarinet) who wanted to indulge in some trad jazz. Everyone had such a good time, in no small part due to the quality, atmosphere and enjoyment created by D&F. Brilliant!"

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"If Dr. John and Tom Waits leave you wanting more, lend your ear to one-of-a-kind Aussie artist Pugsley Buzzard, who assimilates their piano playing, singing and songwriting style into his own blues-jazz musical distillation. On this, his fourth solo CD since 2007’s Hammer These Tongs, Buzzard delivers an all-original set recorded in New Orleans, Melbourne and the Blue Mountains. The Aussie backing musicians are so hip to Buzzard’s swampy Crescent City-influenced grooves that it’s difficult to tell which tracks were recorded where. Complementing the Big Easy contingent of tenor and baritone saxophonist Jimmie Carpenter, trumpeter Antonio Gambrell, trombonist Craig Klein, double bassist Nathan Lambertson, guitarist John Fohl, drummer Charles Brewer and singer Irene Sage, is an equally talented band of top local players. The opening bars of the lead-in blues mambo instrumental ‘Cigarstore Indian’, on which Buzzard’s commanding piano echoes Professor Longhair, James Booker and Allen Toussaint all rolled into one, promises a bourbon-drenched musical trip to follow. Buzzard doesn’t disappoint, his gravelly Joe Cocker-by-way-of-Coco Robicheaux vocals and pulsating piano serving up a solid mix of New Orleans R&B from the Fats Domino styled ‘Dirty Kings’ and the inventive minor-key rave-up ‘Gumbo Boogie’, to the gris-gris-soaked, Night Tripper hoodoo funk of ‘Po’ Boy’, ‘Fire In The Hole’ and ‘Mischief’. The Dixieland flavoured ‘Sin City Lights’ gives way to ‘Salamanca Blues’ a solo instrumental displaying Buzzard’s mastery of stride piano. Chasin’ Aces is a well-crafted, authentic New Orleans Down Under body of work. Al Hensley Rythmns Magazine "

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"Thank you so much for the fantastic performance you each put on at the "Food For Good Ball". We were delighted to have you entertain our guests and you certainly delivered! It was a pleasure working with you and your enthusiasm towards the night was great."

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"Professional, friendly, courteous, talented! Wonderful for our special birthday celebration! Highly recommend! Event Date: September 29th, 2018 Services Provided: Big Band, Jazz Band"

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"We chose The Italian Wedding band to play at our wedding. We really couldn’t have made a better choice. Mariolino and the band were really great. Their music repertoire is really perfect for an elegant Italian wedding. They were able to engage the guests by livening up the party and made us experience wonderful emotions. We got married in Piedmont and they, despite being from Rome, traveled over 600km just to make us happy. In addition, we really appreciated the fact that we also played a song on request that was not part of their repertoire. I received more compliments from guests about the band than any other aspect of the wedding. I will never run out of ways to thank Marino and the whole band for the wonderful atmosphere they were able to create. I would get married again tomorrow just to call them back! ☺️ Finally, another key aspect: they are extremely organized, punctual, and precise! I had to give them very few instructions and they were incredibly autonomous: real true PROFESSIONALS. I have no doubt, I would recommend this band to any wedding couple because I can guarantee they are the best choice any couple could make for their wedding!!!"

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