Musical Acts

"What a star! Talent young man who gave and incredible performance. He arrived on time, was professional and entertaining. definitely booking him in the future."

"The Lewis Barfoot Jazz Quintet delivers amazing performances. The ensemble demonstrated a deep understanding of both the jazz and swing tradition and the soul of live interpretation, balancing technical precision with an inviting sense of spontaneity. Lewis's leadership was evident throughout, with singing that was confident yet understated, allowing space for all the musician voices to shine.There was an unmistakable sense of enjoyment and mutual respect on stage, which translated directly to the audience. Dynamic contrasts were handled with care, and solos were expressive without ever feeling self-indulgent. Particularly impressive was their attention to providing music that truly worked for dancers. Tempos, dynamics, and phrasing were handled with care, ensuring the music was not only enjoyable to listen to but also perfectly suited to the dance floor. Beyond the performance itself, the professional approach stood out throughout the entire process. Communication was clear and reliable from the initial booking through to the end of the event, making the experience smooth and stress-free. Overall, the Lewis Barfoot Jazz Quintet combined high-quality musicianship with professionalism and thoughtful consideration for their audience, resulting in a thoroughly successful event."

" Yaz xxx oud player is widely regarded as a very good, highly respected oud player. Here’s why musicians, critics, and venues take him seriously: 🎵 Musical Skill & Reputation • Strong technical command of the oud: His playing shows control, speed, and expressive phrasing, especially in improvisation (taqsim). • Expressive style: Critics often highlight the emotional depth and atmosphere of his playing rather than just flashiness. • Comparisons to top players: He has been compared in reviews to internationally respected oud masters like Anouar Brahem, which is high praise in the oud world. 🌍 Professional Recognition • Major venues & festivals: He has performed at places like Ronnie Scott’s, the Barbican, Royal Festival Hall, WOMAD, and Glastonbury — venues that book only high-level musicians. • Serious collaborations: Playing with artists such as Robert Plant, Natacha Atlas, Cheb Mami, and Transglobal Underground indicates strong peer recognition. • Longevity: He has maintained an active career for decades, which usually only happens when a musician is consistently good and in demand. 🎶 Musical Value • He’s not just a technician — he’s also a composer and bandleader, able to integrate the oud into jazz, blues, and world-music contexts without losing its traditional character. • His work with Fantazia and later ensembles shows versatility across traditional and contemporary styles. Bottom line If you measure “good” by: • technical ability ✅ • musical expression ✅ • professional respect ✅ • sustained career at high-level venues"

"Nous avons eu la chance d’avoir The Rendez-Vous pour notre mariage et c’était fabuleux ! Ce groupe est incroyable, ils jouent, chantent et mettent une ambiance de folie ! Tous nos invités étaient impressionnés par leur performance ! Très talentueux et professionnels, ils s’adaptent à votre style et sont en plus hyper sympathiques et plein de bonnes ondes ! Notre cocktail et notre repas de mariage ont été rythmés par leurs interventions. C’était tellement original ! On a adoré ! Merci les Rendez-Vous et merci Pierre pour ton travail aussi en amont et ta super organisation plus que parfaite ! Que du bonheur pour des mariés !!!"

"Hello Efe, Thank you again for your presence and your performance, which made our story as a young couple truly special. Our guests loved you. Mohamed & Hajar for our wedding on November 15th. We will gladly recommend you to all our friends and family. Thank you so much again."

"We loved having you play at our party, your band was amazing!!"