Review Centre: Acoustic Bands

"Came on time, dressed appropriately, cooperated with last-minute instructions, excellent set list, exceeded expectations."

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"Before seeing this show I had heard many rumours about Harmonica Lewinsky, whose background was shrouded in mystery, although I believe he learned his harmonica skills in the Deep South in the deltas of Harrow on the Hill under the tutelage of Blind Les Battersby. But, it was a very different character to the one I expected who performed at the posh Victoria pub in Highgate! Mr Lewinsky, looking like a cross between a rabbi and one-half of Chas 'n Dave (I'm not sure which half) appeared in cloth cap and braces and presented a highly original selection of songs, some of which rarely see the light of day. There were no predictable “Brown Eyed Girls” or “Mustang Sally’s” here: instead - a veritable feast of the unexpected - as we witnessed one man, his guitar and his trusty harps. When was the last time you heard a pub act kick off his set with Chas 'n Dave's “The Sideboard Song” and follow it with the Theme to “Top Cat” and then offerings of cheery, chirpy Cockney ditties including “Waiting At The Church,” “Maybe It's Because I'm A Londoner”, “Show Me The Way To Go Home” and Tommy Steele's “What A Mouth”? I’m guessing the answer to that question is ‘rarely’ (if ever) but the fun didn't stop there. Mr Harmonica Man is a really great entertainer and demonstrated, with great finesse, his harmonica technique on - wait for it - the Shadows' “Apache”! It was quite a feat playing the melody on the harp while strumming his guitar. ‘Harmy’, as he is known to his close friends (or 'Self-Harmy‘ to others) also tackled in the first half the theme to "The Flintstones"; Elvis Costello's catchy “Watching The Detectives” and the Cockney knees-up “I've Got A Lovely Bunch Of Coconuts”. Harmy was back in terrific Pearly King form for the second half starting with “Any Old Iron” followed by a touch of the Formbys with “Leaning On A Lamppost” after which he did a ‘Donegan’ with a riotous version of “My Old Man's A Dustman” complete with enthusiastic audience participation. Mr Lewinsky has a great sense of humour, which he constantly shares with the Victoria regulars. "Here's another Cockney classic sung by a Welsh man", quipped Harmy before diving into “Delilah.” Other gems included the theme tune to ‘Match Of The Day’ (played on two harmonicas); a very funny and risque interpretation of Mike Jerome's “Sling Yer Hook”; a great version of the Small Faces' mod anthem “Lazy Sunday”; and a yahoo rendition of the old country favourite “Riders In The Sky”. After many encores Mr Lewinsky packed away his cap and braces and headed off to the Deep South (of London) for some pie and mash. The Victoria would do well to snap up Harmy for some more gigs before he hop-foots it down the Strand for a residency at the Old Bull and Bush!"

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"What a fantastic day we had for Laila's christening. The Rumours delivered some great music which made Laila's party a big success. If I could do it all over again I would!!"

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"Matt was awesome at our local the Red Lion Thorrington last night he is very talented and does a lot of Songs that other acts would be scared to cover well done Matt."

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"The Mirrors were the highlight of my wife's 40th party, they were amazing! Filippo is a superb guitarist and Azu's voice and performance is second to none! They compliment each other so well and really made it a night to remember. Without doubt, I wouldn't hesitate to book them again or strongly recommend them for a wedding or party. Thank you The Mirrors for the great evening and forever memories!!"

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"If you're seeking top-tier performances across one or more key venues, Elite Music is not only a pleasure to work with, but they consistently deliver stunning performances!"

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"Enticing concert by two outstanding artists. Their own compositions created moments of musical magic. Very special and unforgettable."

Reply by Antanjula
Thank you Thomas! It was a real pleasure to play for you and your guests at this beautiful place.

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"Phil performed a fantastic accoustic set for our wedding last week. Many of our guests commented on how great the music was. Phil played chilled out versions of a mixture of current and all time classic songs, which were the perfect background to our champagne and canape reception. Phil is very easy to liaise with and flexible to specific requests, learning 3 new songs that we specifically wanted. He also performed a great upbeat set at the start of our evening reception with a couple of friends as a 3 piece which kept everyone on the dancefloor for the full hour! Couldnt recommend highly enough. Thanks Phil! Michael & Lucy"

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"They are not only the best musical duo, they are also the best people! I met One Cello N a Half last year when I started planning my wedding. From the very beginning I knew I had found the right duo as well as their instant communication and genuine interest in understanding exactly what we dreamed of and how, showed me how much they cared about doing their job perfectly. Throughout the preparations they continued to communicate with us regularly, gave us lots of ideas for music and at the same time listened to our thoughts with genuine interest. On the wedding day they were simply amazing, they brought magic to the venue and the guests were telling me how much the music delighted them. Amazing musicians, great professionals and the best guys. If you are planning a wedding or event I highly recommend them!"

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"Cameron is a fantastic musician, both for weddings and various other occasions. During the preparations for our wedding, working with him was always straightforward. He interpreted our unusual song selection for the ceremony very well, fitting the occasion. Furthermore, he has a great talent for captivating his audience. Even before the wedding, he transformed our bridal shower and the champagne reception after the ceremony into an unforgettable experience for us and our guests. Our guests still rave about him today. And we're not just repeat customers, but also happy to be part of his crowd whenever the opportunity arises."

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"Bethany and her brother were amazing. Everyone commented on how amazing their both were. Both were professionals at all times. Would and have recommended. Thank you for a true magical night."

Reply by Bethany Jane & Bro
Thank you so much! We loved performing for you! Bethany

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"Rob was terrific! Engaged EVERYONE at the event. Very professional and funny. Would definitely recommend!"

Reply by Rob Ryan Acoustic Entertainment
Thanks so much.. I had a blast!

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"Elisa G. - For Dagmar Segbers & Michele Fazio - Piano & Voice 25/9/2022, Party ( private event ) Very refined repertoire (sometimes it seemed to enter into the scenes of a film) from classical to blues with a highly virtuous piano and a very elegant, sensual and smooth voice ... really recommended if the idea is to live a magical atmosphere of delicate and strong emotions ... artists of a skill never intrusive, but complicit in the creation of beautiful memories."

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"Well what can I say apart from these guys are one of the best set ups I’ve seen in a long time. They was a perfect fit for my venue and I will be rebooking monthly. Very talented and professional to work with. Book book book these guys. You won’t regret it. "

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"At my wedding, Cuarteto Moon’s performance was nothing short of captivating. From the very first note, their elegant harmony seamlessly created a truly immersive experience. The quartet’s repertoire was a masterful blend of classic and contemporary, showcasing their versatility and love for tradition while also embracing fresh, modern interpretations. They ended their performance on a high note and everyone was buzzing with excitement. Highly recommend."

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