String Quartet (S)
Tuesday, September 28th, 2010
This string quartet is a vibrant, quartet based in London. They have a wide range of musical styles available for clients and are perfect for wedding ceremonies and receptions; Gala dinners, drinks receptions, and balls.
As individuals, the quartet have worked extensively both at home and abroad with a number of orchestras including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, British Youth Opera, Amadeus Chorus and Orchestra (with Steven Isserlis), Britten Pears Orchestra, Azerbaijan State Symphony Orchestra and National Musicians Symphony Orchestra. Other work includes numerous television & theatre productions, recording sessions and private functions such as weddings.
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“Contact with the quartet before the wedding was prompt and clear, and the price was very reasonable. The players were good-humoured and accommodating, taking the initiative to play for an extra 15 mins to ensure there was still 30 mins of music after the ceremony finished late. The quality of the playing was excellent” Testimonial from a Cilent, Cressing Temple Barns July 2010
“Just a quickie to thank you both for your wonderful playing at our wedding on Sat, Everyone agreed that it made the occasion that little more special.” Testimonial for a performance at a wedding near Brighton, July 2010
“All the musicians were fantastic” Testimonial a wedding performance at Down Hall Hotel, Hatfield Broad Oak, July 2010
“The Salisbury Quartet played during our wedding ceremony recently, and provided background music during the drinks reception afterwards.They created a beautiful ambience during the ceremony, and our guests thoroughly appreciated being able to listen to a live performance so professionally performed” Kay Martin
“Dear Isobel and the Salisbury String Quartet, Thank you all for all your hard work at our wedding. You played beautifully, it really made our day. Thanks again” Richard and Stacey Whiting
“The string quartet was amazing, i’m so glad they played at my wedding x” Hayley
“We and our guests really enjoyed you performance. I received so much praise on your behalf. I will pass on your details with my high recommendations” Brian & Michelle Pigram
“Our daughter had set her heart on a string quartet to perform Pachelbel’s Canon for her wedding in church. The Salisbury String Quartet provided this and much more with a varied selection of music. The feedback from the guests as they sat waiting was excellent and we know our daughter and her new husband fully appreciated the enhancement to the ceremony. We would certainly book them again for any future event.” Patricia Gibson
“Dear Isobel, I want to drop you a line for the reason that we so enjoyed your playing at the Garden Club evening last Thursday. Thank you so much for presenting sucha lovely programme and I thought your presentation was perfect.” Jill Palmer
“I booked Isobel to play the cello at my wedding in December 2009. She played before and at the civil ceremony.
Isobel is a very accomplished cellist and has a wide repertoire. She knew what she was doing and was entirely open to ideas with no fixed mindset of what was ‘the right thing’, yet gave me suggestions where I needed. She didn’t rush me over choices and was happy to play a piece again and again. She even suggested that I have a little practice with the ‘walk’ to ensure appropriate timing.
Isobel is extremely professional and from day one she inspired confidence. She always kept in communication before the day and returned my calls if I left a message. She paid attention to detail and asked about the dress code. She fitted in well with the hotel staff and guests. Her appearance is good and she was at the venue in plenty of time.
She is intelligent and can play to fill the ‘awkward spaces’ left at times, e.g while waiting for the bride and during the signing. She didn’t just play one piece and then sit in silence.
I was initially undecided about booking a cellist and am so pleased that I did. It totally raised the tone of the wedding and was utterly charming. My whole experience with Isobel was enjoyable and fun from being to ended.
I would not hesitate in recommending Isobel.” Maire Aoife Kilbride-Newman
“I wanted my twin boys christening to have something a bit special, and although at first I gulped a bit at the price, the talent and professionalism of musicians more than warranted it. Guests were delighted and are still raving about it now and the children really enjoyed their first experience of live classical music. Would definitely recommend!” Tanya James
”Many thanks ‘Salisbury Quartet’ for setting the scene so beautifully for my Charity Art exhibition, private view in August. It produced just the right note atmosphere on a sunny summers evening and contributed to its great success. In addition to the above, your wonderful music enhanced the ‘Piece of cake’ tea party for the Willow Foundation the following Sunday. People were so generous and enjoyed the occasion very much indeed, which ensured a good financial response for the Charity. Your music was spot on – popular and flexible and I would recommend the Quartet to anyone for any occasion, be it for a private party or public event. Well done Isobel, your fellow musicians and thank you.” Jackie Palmer
“Just a quick thank you for the wonderful performance that the quartet gave at our wedding recently. The ambience was truly set by the wonderful music and it helped to make that part of our day more perfect. Once again, many thanks” Nicola and Ian Gibson
Ceilidh and Barn Dance Band
Thursday, September 23rd, 2010
Our ceilidh band was formed in response to the need for Scots-away-from-home to have a decent party without having to return to the ‘homeland’. As the popularity of ceilidhs has increased, the group have played for weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, Burns Night Celebrations and Charity Balls. The band comes complete with an excellent caller, who will liaise with you before the event, to plan dances at a suitable level for your guests. He will lead your guests – from beginners to seasoned dancers, through a wide variety of well known dances. The band is available as a three or four piece with caller; instruments include: the accordion, violin, guitar and bass.
We have used the band for a number of events, including a wedding which also had a DJ. All of the guests JUST wanted to dance to the band; in the end the DJ packed up early! This band is fantastic and if you want a great evening for your guests: book this band!
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“I wanted to drop you a line to say how fantastic the band were at our party last Saturday night. We had an amazing evening and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the music and dancing. The band were lovely and incredibly obliging when a friend of ours decided to sing/play a song he had written for us, and they joined in with him, which made his night and ours!
Thank you so much for sorting out the perfect group for our event. Please pass on our thanks to the band.”
“My thanks to the band, we had a wonderful time. They were great musicians, and called the dances well. Everyone who danced enjoyed themselves, and the children had a great time. Our best man said that after we’d left they were really accommodating and we’ve had a number of comments from guests saying how much they enjoyed the dancing.”
“Thank you very much, once again for your help with finding the band for our Burns night supper. The evening was a great success Margot and Declan Cunningham (Parents that won the prize) thoroughly enjoyed themselves with their guests. We were able to persuade four chaps from the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Regiment based in Canterbury to Join us, they wore their uniform and kilts they joined in with the dancing too. The band were fantastic they were very helpful, the tunes they played were very fitting for the occasion, the sound was incredible, absolutely fabulous, Matthew was a star Caller.”
Please do thank them for coming to King’s at such short notice and I am confident that we will see them again in the not too distant future.”
“Thanks the band were superb!
To be honest a lot of us couldn’t keep up (unfit!) and we had to ask for break!
I had a stitch because I couldn’t stop dancing or laughing.
We were more than chuffed with the band – a real nice bunch too.
Thanks so much”
“We just wanted to say a big thank you to you and the rest of the band who
played at our wedding on the 18th July. You were fantastic, all the guests
said they enjoyed it immensely. Even the catering staff said they wanted to
join in! You helped keep the reception fun, just the way we wanted it and
have given us a lot of happy memories! I would have no hesitation in
recommending the ceilidh band to anyone wanting to liven up their
party!
Many thanks.”
Three girls vocal doo bop band
Tuesday, September 14th, 2010
This fabulous female vocal trio perform close harmony arrangements of songs made famous by the girl groups we all love: ranging from the Chiffons and the Andrews Sisters to up to date artists like Beyonce and the Pussycat Dolls.
The girls perform either a capella or with backing tracks. The girls are perfect for themed events; parties; weddings; drinks receptions; after dinner entertainment; garden parties; festivals…. They are so versatile and look and sound stunning! Uniquely for a girl group: men all love them, and women admire them; ideal entertainment to suit everyone.
Listen to them sing “The Man With the Child In His Eyes”
Listen to them sing “Really Say Something”
Listen to them sing “In the Mood”
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“They are brilliant, professional and very talented” Sarah Carr, Sales & Marketing Manager, RSA House
“They were very professional, they looked amazing and everybody thoroughly enjoyed their singing! They really gave the event a great vibe as people arrived. I would definitely hire them for future events“ Event UK Exhibitors Party. Natasha Chandler, Special event CMPI
“I booked Them to open my venue’s Brighton Fringe launch party as I was looking for something a little different to kick-start the event and capture everyone’s attention. The girls did not disappoint and provided a memorable and enjoyable performance, setting the tone for the rest of a successful night. I have since booked them again for another upcoming show” Mike Smith, Manager,Joogleberry Playhouse
“I just wanted to convey my thanks to the Doo-Wop Dolls for their fantastic performance at The Prohibition Ball here at the Rendezvous Casino last Saturday. They are three very talented and professional performers and I would not hesitate to recommend them to other venues” Jacqueline Collins, Marketing Manager, Rendezvous Casino, Brighton Marina
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