Covid or Lockdown Musicians in Bishops Stortford for hire
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Michael is a jazz pianist offering enchanting background music for weddings and private parties. A fantastic option for small gatherings in Bishops Stortford. Influenced by the swing piano style of 40’s Jazz, Michael incorporates stride and walking tenths into his playing, mixed with more modern voicings to give the songs a rich, full sound.
Whether it’s a summer garden party or a swish evening function, Michael can give it that extra sparkle.
As part of a jazz duo, Michael has performed extensively in the UK and France.
Ben is a natural and versatile musician. Having studied jazz piano under John Taylor and Jamil Sherriff in the University of York’s prestigious Music department, he went on to become a regular fixture in several function bands and concert venues in the South of England and further afield. Ideal for music for lockdown events in Bishops Stortford. His sensitive touch and mature musicality bring a warmth to his group performances, but it’s his solo work that really stands out. Ben is a deft touch with many of the standards from the great American songboo ...show more
Sandra is a pianist who specialises in providing beautiful piano music for weddings, family parties, charity fundraisers, award ceremonies, gala dinners, product launches and corporate events. She offers immaculate presentation, reliability and professionalism at all times. Great if you're looking for special music in Bishops Stortford and your numbers need to be limited. She performs an extensive and varied repertoire of piano music incorporating romantic ballads, show & film music, light jazz and popular classics through to the more contemporary pop songs of today. Expect to hear songs fr ...show more
Sam is a piano player highly in demand on the London Jazz scene, having performed with musicians including Ray Warleigh, Martin Speake and Stan Sulzmann at venues including Ronnie Scotts, Pizza Express Dean Street, Kings Place and The Vortex. A great choice if your Bishops Stortford wedding has been affected by coronavirus.
He released his debut album on the babel label to critical acclaim, receiving fantastic reviews in publications including The Guardian, The Financial Times and MOJO Magazine ("Multi-faceted and smart as a pin, this is poetic chamber jazz of a very high ...show more
Jose is a solo Acoustic finger-style guitarist. Gathering his techniques and inspiration from the best of flamenco, blues and Celtic folk and fusing them together Jose has created a unique, captivating and heart warming performance. A fantastic option for small gatherings in Bishops Stortford.
Jose has an eclectic taste and love for all types of music. Over the last 6 years Jose has performed with artists: Adele, Rox, Angie Brown (Fatboy Slim, Bizarre inc.), Lifford (Artful Dodger) and Alison David (Red Snapper) to name a few. Jose has collaborated on ...show more
James is a guitarist of distinction whose appreciation for music of all styles makes him a well rounded and interesting player. Ideal for music for lockdown events in Bishops Stortford. He began his training on the classical guitar at the age of 7 and was a multi instrumentalist by his teens, participating in choral singing, playing the piano as well as the violin. While completing a Bachelor of Music in popular music performance he discovered a love for jazz and specifically the art of jazz guitar arrangements. Previous notable performances around ...show more
Richie has played for Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey Macy Gray, and many more. The silky sound of Saxophone will make any drinks reception or social gathering a joyous occasion. He playsboth Soprano and Tenor sax over high quality backing tracks. Great if you're looking for special music in Bishops Stortford and your numbers need to be limited. With the use of his Saxophone and professional backing music, Richie is able to provide you with a wide selection of music chosen to create a relaxing atmosphere and easy listening for that perfect occasion, at the fraction of the cost of a full band.
Saxophonist Clare and pianist/vocalist Hilary have a long history of working together. Primarily jazz musicians they first met as members of the salsa band, Candela. Both play together in the Quartet, but also in this wonderful Duo. A great choice if your Bishops Stortford wedding has been affected by coronavirus. Their latest recording demonstrates their love of Latin music as well as Jazz.
NOTE: the sound samples are of the CH Quartet which incorporates the duo
Jo is a talented saxophonist, born in Edinburgh but now living in London. A fantastic option for small gatherings in Bishops Stortford. She studied at Guildhall School of Music (London) and Berklee School of Music (Boston, USA). She plays with a jazz quartet and duo or, if space, budget or manouverability are a consideration, as a solo saxophonist with backing tracks!
Her PA is battery powered, meaning that she does not need to set up near to power sockets for her solo act.
Jo's solo repertoire covers disco classics such as "I will survive" and "U ...show more
Jo is a very talented saxophone player, who, as well as having her own jazz quartet, often plays background music in restaurant's and at wedding receptions, with either a piano or guitar accompaniment.
Jo studied jazz at the Guildhall School of Music and also studied at the Berklee School of music in Boston. Ideal for music for lockdown events in Bishops Stortford.
Her influences include Dexter Gordon, Stan Getz, Charlie Parker and Sonny Rollins.