"As a great lover of Gipsyjazz for over 40 years, I went to a great concert of the Marcia Bamberg Swing Quartet last weekend with the addition of two world famous musicians on violin and guitar, Tim Kliphuis and Mozes Rosenberg. The six-piece formation brought a great ode to gipsyjazz with beautiful solos on guitar and violin and also beautiful subdued numbers sung by Marcia Bamberg. It was a great experience and a recommendation for everyone who loves gypsy jazz to visit future concerts."
Reply by Marcia Bamberg Swing Quartet
Dear Sidney, Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It means a lot to receive such kind words, especially from someone who has been passionate about gypsy jazz for over 40 years. It was a great joy to bring this special six-piece formation together with Tim Kliphuis and Mozes Rosenberg. We loved sharing the stage, the music and all those beautiful musical moments with the audience. We're especially happy that you enjoyed the combination of virtuoso instrumental solos and the more intimate, understated songs. That's exactly the musical variety we love to bring to our concerts. Thank you for being there and for recommending us to fellow gypsy jazz lovers. We hope to see you again at a future concert! Warm musical regards, Marcia & the band 🎶
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"Hi Darren Wanted to thank you for performing at my party,everyone enjoyed your singing,you helped make my night special. So once again thank you. Regards, Olga (10 / 10) Olga B"
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"Ken and his trio were excellent. Their playing really helped make the night. Highly recommended!"
Reply by Ken Weiner | Jazz 🎷
Thank you so much, Bryan! We had a wonderful time — happy birthday to your son! Hope to play for you again. 🎶
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"Jazz Centrale made our garden party unforgettable! It felt like we were on vacation with all our friends and family, and had stumbled upon a cozy, lit square under the trees at a jazz festival. First instrumental, and later in the evening, SaraLee joined us. An unforgettable evening, and I highly recommend letting these fantastic musicians enhance your experience."
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"We just wanted you to know that your swing band were absolutely fantastic last night and made Karen’s celebrations so special. Everyone we have seen today has said how good you were and how professional. It was an absolute pleasure to listen to such a talented group and you should all be so proud of the ability you hold. Everyone would recommend you all over the North East and that to me says it all. Good luck for the future."
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"The band was amazing, party started from the first riffs and did not want to end. A several long music sessions, a great connection with audience and authentic italian music fitted the best way to our event. Strongly suggest to have them:)"
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It was a real pleasure!!! Thanks, Janek. Best regards to you and Krista Stefano Umberto e Paolo
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"C'est bien d'avoir écouté quatre saxes qui jouent tout. Une ascension musicale du classique aux canons du jazz ... Je les ai aussi entendus autour de Bologne avec leur swing et les chansons de la Reine, les bandes sonores et les jeux vidéo (Super Mario) sont tout simplement bons."
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"An unforgettable evening. The quartet created an elegant and intimate atmosphere that perfectly complemented our private dinner. Every guest commented on how exceptional the music was."
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" I am proud that the Rick Holland - Evan Dobbins Little Big Band calls Tala Vera cantina home once a month. Rick is a consummate professional as well as a top tier musician. His Band comprises the best players Rochester has to offer. Such talent coupled with an amazing book of swing and traditional jazz, presents a special evening of music every time they play at Tala Vera. Bernard Matthews, Owner of Tala Vera, Rochester, NY I have had the pleasure to do some arranging and writing for Rick's groups and I have to say that his groups are always chocked full of the best musicians around. It's a pleasure to have music played with precision and integrity - no matter what the style or genre. I would highly recommend any or Rick's groups for a jazz or commercial setting. Jim Martin, Grand Rapids, MI We had the pleasure of having the USO-10 piece play at our wedding in May 2017. From the minute we met Rick Holland and heard the band play we knew they were the band for us. It was a pleasure to work with Rick, who was so professional and helpful in many ways especially song choices from everything to cocktail music, our entrance song, first dance, parent dances to our exit song. The dance floor was never empty. We are thrilled with the USO and look forward to hearing them again in the near future!! Thank you for making our wedding so special! Maureen and Mark Deckman 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. Frank De Blase, Roch City News With all the hype going to Wynton Marsalis, you might not guess that there are other, lesser-known, straight-ahead trumpet players out there who are consistently ripping the hide off the ball. This, Rick Holland's auspicious debut, is an impressive effort. The trumpeter leads his quartet, backed by a solid Michigan-based rhythm section: pianist Terry Lower, bassist Ed Fedewwa, and drummer Larry Ochiltree, through a fiery trail of originals and standards, interspersed with some fine balladry. Holland's sensitive ear translates to some tight arrangements and a well-organized program. On flugelhorn, he boasts a rich, full tone that purrs with warmth. On the faster tunes, he steams. This is the kind of jazz that feels just right on a wintry day, with the fireplace in full throttle, and the feet resting on a cushion: it hits the spot perfectly, drenched with emotional power and skillful fortitude. Steve Loewy, All Music Guide You get the feeling from Holland’s recordings, that Holland and his compatriots are not only talented musicians, but fully formed human beings with wit, style and elegance---folks whom you would enjoy sharing a fine dinner and stimulating conversation. Bill Barton, Green Mountain Jazz Messenger "Rick brought his quartet and the little big band to our wedding and reception. He was wonderful to work with, being both receptive to our requests and knowing where to fill in the gaps with his expertise. Not to mention I could call him anytime, and he worked around our schedule. They played a tasteful mix of songs great for just listening to and a few that got everyone up on the dance floor. In the end, everyone was raving about how great the band was. We couldn't be happier!" P.S. Lindsey was amazing, the two comments I heard most were "Wow, they are great!" and "That girl can sing!" Sam and Ellie Carrell I hired Rick Holland Productions for my wedding and I thank my lucky stars I did. They were just an absolute solid band. I live in Toronto so the 10 piece band crossed the border for my wedding - our wedding coordinator said she'd never heard a band that good over her decade long career. I like to think I'm a genius for finding them ?? Kian K., Toronto, ON, CA From the bride: "The music was wonderful! We could not have asked for a better band. Our guests were really impressed; the Uptown Society Orchestra really made our reception special.” From the groom: "What a professional group. Their exceptional musicianship brought a real element of class to the party. There is nothing like the sound of a live band, and this group made our reception better than we could have hoped for.” From the father of the bride: (Dennis Nowicki): "The band was fantastic -- they really exceeded our expectations." Anders Dahlberg and Stacy Nowicki, Wedding at the Chicago Art Museum The Uptown Society Orchestra may have had six members, but it sounded as if it had twice as many as members blew triumphantly throughout New Years' eve night. (Front page Kalamazoo Gazette, regarding the New Years Eve Festival 2004, Kalamazoo, Michigan) Bill Wood, Arts and Entertainment critic, Kalamazoo Gazette Amazing! Rick Holland Productions worked seamlessly with our wedding, where we had three separate "performances" that were adpated to by Rick's use of different members of the Little Big Band. We had a cocktail reception where a trio played, then a brass quartet accompanied our Wedding ceremony. After our guests were transported by horse-drawn carriage to a lake side reception site, the Little Little Big Band got things started and the full Little Big Band played the night away to the extreme pleasure of our entire party. They even let Joe Robinson jam with them in the chill of the autumn, fire-lit evening! Thank You so much Rick! Matthew Cooper, Bradford, PA Rick brought his quartet and the little big band to our wedding and reception. He was wonderful to work with, being both receptive to our requests and knowing where to fill in the gaps with his expertise. Not to mention I could call him anytime, and he worked around our schedule. They played a tasteful mix of songs great for just listening to and a few that got everyone up on the dance floor. In the end, everyone was raving about how great the band was. Lindsey Holland was amazing, the two comments I heard most were "Wow, they are great!" and "That girl can sing!"We couldn't be happier! Sam and Ellie Carrell When we heard the Uptown Society perform at a New Year's Eve concert we knew that we wanted them to play at our wedding. They had the perfect blend of jazz, swing and romantic ballads. They are excellent musicians and we were thrilled to find that they were available for our wedding. Our guests were thrilled that we hired them; we received so many compliments. Uptown Society provided a wonderful 'soundtrack' for our storybook wedding. Eric and Kim von Oeyen, Battle Creek, MI"
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"Lina spielte auf mehreren Veranstaltungen, die ich glücklicherweise besuchen konnte. Sie war fantastisch! Ihre Musikauswahl war exzellent, perfekt abgestimmt auf Publikum und Stimmung. Vielseitig, dynamisch und super sympathisch. Wenn Sie eine Saxophonistin suchen, sprechen Sie mit Lina."
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"Super groupe de swing, chanteuse avec une belle présence, accordéoniste et guitaristes de très bon niveau, l'ambiance état top"
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"sam's performance was fantastic. From welcoming our guests, to her final song she was a joy for our audience to behold. I would highly recommend her to anyone wanting something a little different yet very special." Grant Atkins Samurai Brighton I am the French guy who talked to you at the break at your Piaf show at the latest on Sunday. I wanted to say how great it was. I have seen a few singers who do Piaf and don't get the French way of delivering those songs. But you were very good, felt the song, a mixture of pain and human hope that Piaf had. She means a lot to me. WELL DONE Sam Chara can really sing, I mean really. Forget the mp3, myspace, artist profile... Come, hear and see this truly magnificent artist. It will blow your mind... it did ours! - author Paul Chi Healthy Concerts- This is a beautifull singer, full of magic,she makes her costumes,songs,music,and gives her heart to every song she sings,I was so impressed by her that i would promess you that Miss Sam Chara is a new born Star! Congratulations and thanks for the wonderful experience . ThreeWeeks revieuw TW rating 5/5 Bal Masque Edinburgh Fringe 2009 One won't see a more eclectic show this month than this cabaret rollercoaster. With elaborate costumes, excellent musicianship and some deadpan gags. It bills itself as Victorian but it's as if the Tardis has been employed to bring them closer to the now. Competing with the pounding drums from downstairs, this quartet create a powerful show with odes to freedom, love and loss and it would be churlish not to recommend this with utmost vim. "
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"Matthew, what can I say about the band. Firstly, everyone at the party has commented on the amazing atmosphere you all created from the moment you stepped onto the stage. I knew that you would be good as obviously I had watched your performances on your site, but what I wasn’t prepared for was the utter joy that your performance would give to everyone who was there including the staff at the hotel! The music choices were perfect, the vocals and commentary perfect and the feeling that I couldn’t have booked anyone better a delight. I know my father really enjoyed his night and has sung your praises far and wide. You all made the night truly fabulous and I cannot thank you enough for it. I hope to book you all again for future functions and obviously will let everyone know just how incredible your band is. Once again please give my thanks to the whole band, they were absolutely amazing."
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"Booking Erika was hands down one of the best decision we made for our wedding day. Prompt and professional communication. Planning the music with her is an effortless mission. Her performance went far beyond our expectations. A top-level artist with a breathtaking voice. Thank you again, Erika, for making our special day so magical. If you are looking for a talented and genuinely lovely person to add something special to your big day, look no further!"
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Thank you Pam for your lovely words 🤗🤗
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"The Grammofoni played at my 40th birthday in Monaco for 3 hours (two 90-minute sets). They helped create an amazing vibe — it truly felt like being transported to the Italian Riviera of the 1950s. The singer is excellent, as are the other musicians — perfect for an intimate setting. They were very professional, punctual, and extremely helpful with song selections. I strongly recommend them if you want to create a beautiful experience for your guests."
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