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"Ce fut un grand grand plaisir de vous rencontrer, de vous avoir parmi nous. Votre présence et votre musique a donné un air de fête magique et si french! Quel bonheur de vous voir jouer et mettre une si belle ambiance sous le ciel gris! Mon papa etait aux anges de vous ecouter , merci de l’avoir fait chanter. Merci Fifi et au plaisir une prochaine fois. Merci a vous 2."

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"Simon and Aden were a breeze to work with, made the whole experience easy and relaxing! Music was fantastic and they went above and beyond to impress (including learning a new song especially for us!) Would absolutely book again!"

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"We just wanted to say a big thank you for making our event so successful last Thursday. You were superb and we have had a number of emails from clients and friends complimenting you on how good you are. A few had very croaky voices the next day after singing along with you!! "

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"They say that some men play the pipes, but with Johnny, it is as if the pipes breathe through the man. To hear him play is not merely to listen to music, it is to be spirited away across the Atlantic, past the mist veiled Crinan Canal, and straight into the rugged heart of the Scottish Highlands. When Johnny strikes the drone and the first notes of "Flower of Scotland" pierce the air, the modern world simply ceases to exist. Whether he is weaving the haunting melody of "The Skye Boat Song" or the majestic, soul stirring echoes of "Highland Cathedral," the transformation is absolute. You can almost smell the damp heather and feel the cold spray of the North Sea on your face. Johnny possesses the rare, ancient gift of the Gaelic "Sgeulachd." His music is a spectrum of the human soul. The Joy, His upbeat reels evoke the fire of a clan celebration. The Sorrow, His laments carry the weight of a thousand years of mourning, touching a depth of grief and reverence that words cannot reach. The Wonder, Between the ballads, he stands as a keeper of lore, captivating the crowd with stories of Scotsmen long past and the bloody, beautiful history of his ancestors. It is whispered and rightly so that Johnny’s skill is no mere hobby, but a sacred inheritance. His lineage stretches back generations to the most legendary pipers in Scotland’s history. You can hear that heritage in every grace note and every perfectly sustained drone. He doesn't just play the songs, he carries the ghosts of the great masters in his fingers. If you seek a piper who can summon the spirits of the glens and move the very earth beneath your feet, look no further than Johnny. He is a master, a storyteller, and a living legend."

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"Johnny is amazing! He played the bagpipe for our little league football teams entrance and it was amazing."

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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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"Great music, great people, can fully recommend for a great party..."

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"Sticks and Stone played a fantastic concert of our school. I am the Music Specialist at a K-4 school and this group had everyone engaged, bobbing along in their seats, learning, and enjoying the incredible sounds from the marimba. The musicians interacted so incredibly with the students, staff, and guests. It was a blast for everyone! I highly recommend Sticks and Stone for any school program, or any other type of event. They are spectacular! "

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"All I can say is - thank you. Livio Berak is a name for the volcano of energy in rock 'n' roll music. With his phenomenal voice, brilliant guitar skills, authentic and deep lyrics it's hard to take your eyes off his catchy performanse. His passion and soul that he leaves on stage are infectious. A magical and powerful experience in which the audience instinctively connect with every note, and the boundary between Livio and audience disappears. He truly rocks out every minute on stage and leaves no one indifferent."

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"Here's more clear evidence courtesy of Italian-born saxophonist Mirko Fait's quintet that tasteful jazz doesn't run its course at America's borders. These are accomplished musicians who know how to swing and can hold their heads high in any company, foreign or domestic. On the other hand, there is nothing here that sets Fait's group apart from many others of its size and makeup; it is simply a well-schooled working ensemble doing its thing, no more and no less. Fait, who plays soprano and tenor sax, is joined on the front line by flugel Roberto Piermartire, who, like Fait, is an accomplished musician whose solos are invariably polished if not otherwise exceptional. Pianist Antonio Zambrini is another strong soloist, while bassist Rodrigo Amaral amplifies the group's persona by adding his husky baritone on four selections. The quintet's other member, drummer Roby Giannella, is a solid timekeeper who tends to his duties without stepping on anyone's toes. Guitarist Giampiero Spina adds a pastel solo voice on "Sad Eyes Child," "B Mine" and "Funny Day." The program is composed primarily (eight of ten tracks) of compositions by Fait, and they are melodic and charming if less than memorable. Several are in a Latin mode including Amaral's vocals on "Quanno Chiove," "Rebecca Smile," "Nada Mais" and "Aquarela." While the quintet is pictured on the inside jacket performing at the Sant' Elpidio Jazz Festival, Confidences was recorded in a studio, most likely at Fait's home base, Milan. Other particulars are elusive, as the liner notes are in Italian. What is most germane, of course, is whether Fait's quintet is proficient and worth hearing, and the answer to that is yes. The songs, all originals, are for the most part bright and charming, and the quintet plays them well. Although there is nothing here that blazons superiority, neither is there anything that is less than well-managed. Track Listing: Lastlove; Sad Eyes’ Child; Quanno Chiove; Never Alone Melita; Rebecca Smile; All I Missed; B Mine; Nada Mais; Funny Day; Aquarela. Personnel: Mirko Fait: soprano, tenor saxophone; Roberto Piermartire: flugelhorn; Antonio Zambrini: piano; Giampiero Spina: guitar (2, 7, 9); Rodrigo Amaral: electric bass, voice; Roby Giannella: drums. Title: Confidences | Year Released: 2017 | Record Label: Jazz Di Marca"

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"Dear Sanya and Mihailo, Thank you for all your concerts each night. You were truly a highlight of the party for us. We wish you much happiness and all the best life offers. Fondly, Gail and Joe Godfrey "

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"Phenomenal energy, killer vocals, and unforgettable tunes!"

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"We hired these opera singers for a private concert and were absolutely captivated by their elegance and professionalism. Their ability to engage the audience and create a sophisticated experience is truly rare. A genuinely Italian touch for any classy event."

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"Hi there. Just wanted to say a big thank you for last night. Peaky Playlisters were great & everyone has said how fantastic the band were. And you got everyone dancing all night. It really did make our Wedding that extra bit special. Thank you. Cheers Matt & Leanne"

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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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