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Corporate/Wedding Entertainment
Amber Castle has the answer to providing atmosphere
Corporate events can present many problems not least of
which is securing entertainment to suit all tastes. Weddings
present separate organisational issues such as how to entertain
guests upon arrival up to the time everyone is seated for the
arrival of the bride and groom. An excellent solution is to engage
a pianist, trio or quartet to provide a relaxed atmosphere with
which to welcome guests.
What ever your taste we have the performers to meet your
requirements. With those who have graced the stage of such venues
as the Monte Carlo Casiono Caberet etc.
Be assured we can assist in providing a satisfactory
solution.
Should you require further assistance please do not hesitate
to contact us. |
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about that artist. |
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 The Apex Jazz Band
The Apex was formed back in 1966 by trumpet player George
Chambers. The music is steeped in the tradition of New Orleans
Jazz, The Apex repertoire includes material from Louis Armstrong,
King Oliver, Duke Ellington, Jelly Roll Morton, George Lewis, Kid
Ory, Bunk Johnston et al.
Marches, spirtuals, rags, blues, stomps and pop tunes from
the jazz age are all present in a well balanced and entertaining
programme.
Without compromising artistic integrity, The Apex Jazz Band
presents its music in an enjoyable manner and this has contributed
greatly to the ever increasing popularity. |
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 The Austin Friar Band
Austin Friar Band offers a trip down memory lane with hits from
the Glam Rock 70's and multi tribute shows featuring The Eagles,
The Beatles, Van Morrison, Garth Brooks, & Eric Clapton.
This is a fun show with numerous costume changes.
 Austin Friar Band originated in Spain in 2000, and after a
successful period in Europe and the Costa Blanca returned home to
Northern Ireland in January 2007.
Each show can be tailor-made to your specifications whether
your event is corporate entertainment, a private party, wedding
reception or dinner dance - Austin Friar Band have a reputation as
one of the most versatile bands around.
For your next function why not choose a quality band who's
members have played with some of the worlds top artists. |
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 Blue Jar
Blue Jar is a Belfast based ensemble. They currently go out
as a 4 piece - to include special guest Ivan Black, but they
are a flexible ensemble and are available as a 2 or 3 piece as
well.
"Blue Jar combines the panache of Grappelli with Gypsy
flamboyance, yet balances this passion with a dreamy,
atmospheric classical sound". The group has played throughout
Europe and Africa and continue to play in festivals in Cork,
Co. Dublin and Enniskillen. With 'Ducks and Geese' to
their credit, they will record their second album at Jools
Holland's studios in London in March.
The members of Blue Jar come from a mix of jazz/
classical/showband/pop and rock backgrounds. After over twenty
years each on the music circuit, they decided to try and
combine their specialities, arrange, compose and entertain.
Since their first gig - a Garden Party for H.R.H The Prince of
Wales they have specialised in corporate work - Waterstones,
Basler, Junction One, Belfast City Council, H.M. Forces, Action
Cancer, Marie Curie Cancer Foundation, Eastern Health and
Social Services Board. They are now 'doing' the live gig and
festival circuit, following the success of their album and
Rhythm in the City festival at Clarendon Dock, Belfast.
They have enjoyed working with special guests Ivan Black,
Peter Corry, Gerry Rice and The Swingin' Lovers. |
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 Dan Forshaw
Hailed by the critics as 'cool, clever and creative' Dan is
regarded by many to be 'one of the leading young lights of the
British Jazz scene', 'a virtuoso' and 'a breath of fresh air'.
A musician of the highest calibre Dan has performed all over
the world as a saxophonist and his skills as a educator and
composer are highly sought. He has recorded seven albums under his
own name and regularly records as a session musician for an
eclectic group of composers and bands. |
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 Kings of Swing
Together for fifteen years the swing band has provided the
entertainment at hundreds of wedding receptions at just about
every venue in Northern Ireland, large and small.
Bandleader, Marty Wilson, says; "This band does it all! You
have to provide all kinds of music for the different age groups
which you will, invariably, find at weddings and functions in
Northern Ireland. We receive requests to do Swing, Pop,
Rock'n'Roll, Middle Of the Road, Country And Western, Disco...
everything! All band members vocalise...the whole range from Frank
Sinatra to Van Morrison."
The Kings of Swing use no trickery. No backing tracks or
previously recorded tapes to disguise poor musicianship. This is
real music played by top musicians from Northern Ireland.
Your wedding reception or function will burst into life with
the swing band to top them all. |
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 Ruth Dodridge
Ruth has been playing piano and trumpet for many years and
studied performance at Queens University Belfast. As well as
providing background music for wedding receptions Ruth has
played for ceremonies themselves on organ and trumpet.
For something a little different Ruth can provide music
on trumpet for the ceremony to make your day that bit more
special. Whatever it is, classical or easy listening she can
provide it.
A little later in the day she can provide some easy
listening background music on piano to linger subtly in the
background and create the right atmosphere while people
gather for your reception. |
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 The Panama Jazz Band
The Panama Jazz Band is unique, because although it specialises
in Dixieland/Mainstream Jazz it can easily turn its attention to
much broader fields, so that for weddings, dances, parties etc.,
Rock and Roll, Buddy Holly, Elvis, The Rat Pack and Jive may well
feature on the menu.
The personnel have many years of good solid musicianship
behind them. Ray McKendry, Billy Richardson, Jim McDermot, Barry
McCrudden, along with Ivan all learned the business in the show
band days - such experience is invaluable, and anyone engaging the
Panama is assured of a good night's variety and entertainment.
As a Jazz Band, Panama is very flexible and can operate in
any combination from 2-5 piece. |
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The Ritz Jazz Quartet
 The 'Ritz' have now been successfully associated within the
corporate/wedding entertainment business for the past four years.
Rather like a bespoke suit, the group has been tailor made
to augment this specific area of a rapidly growing market.
The quartet contain a group of professional musicians
dedicated to playing their particular style of jazz and swing
music for easy listening. Much attention has been paid to
performing within a controlled volume level hence the environment
where clients can enjoy their music and conversation at the same
time.
Their collective musical experience includes concerts and
performances in England, America and New Zealand. Together with
television and radio recordings, in recent years they have
appeared at the Queen's Festival. |
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The Victor Currie Band
 Our aim is to get you "In the Mood" for an enjoyable and
relaxing time; catering for all tastes and all age groups. It's
easy listening music; it's anything from a dreamy waltz to
lively jive and rock 'n' roll.
Music for wedding receptions, formals, dances and concerts,
all kinds of social events and corporate entertainment etc.
Live music at its very best. Enjoy the spectacle of live
musicians providing the right entertainment for you.
The sound of saxaphones, trumpets, trombones, keyboards
and vocals played live have proven a hit at venues across the
province and beyond.
Available as a 3, 4, 5, or 6 piece band. Larger band
prices are available on request. |
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 'This Way Up' - The one way to ensure success!
One of the most difficult tasks for entertainers is to cater for
the requirements of a wedding. Of course when one considers the
diverse range of people usually in attendance at such occasions, it
is understandable why this should be the case.
At the beginning of the evening proceedings are generally sedate,
however as time progresses everyone, encouraged by younger guests,
including the bride and groom get into the spirit of things to
enjoy music of all tastes.
Regrettably few bands are well enough equipped to provide this kind
of diverse entertainment which has undoubtedly created the demand
for 'This Way Up'. The accolades for this band are many, featuring
outstanding male and female vocal talent the band have enjoyed
numerous television, club and theatre appearances throughout the
land.
'This Way Up' represent the perfect package to complete plans for
what is surely the most important day of your life. This is one
aspect of your big day you will not have to worry about. The fact
that they are the most 'in demand band' for weddings and special
occasions is testament to that, being accredited with having played
at such events in venues such as Slane Castle, stately homes and
major hotels groups throughout Great Britain and Ireland.
Click here to listen to This Way Up singing 'Butterfly Kisses'. |
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