Jazz Up Your Wedding! Fabulous live jazz/funk/soul for your wedding
Fab Things People Have Said About Us
Here's where we blow our own trumpet (oh come on, we weren't going to resist that one, were we?!)...
"Hi Emma, you guys were absolutely brilliant, thank you very much. Several of our guests said that you were the best wedding band they'd ever heard, plus you apparently had people literally dancing in the street! Also, thank you so much for being so flexible with the timing of things - everything was over-running and it took the stress out of it all! We will most definitely recommend you to anyone who's interested, we absolutely loved you guys - big sound for a small (5 piece) band! Plus, I have to say that compared to 99% of the bands we checked out, you were a bargain - and the best as well! We loved every minute of your sets, so thank you for helping make Sunday the best day ever - we wanted it to feel like a big party and it did. All the best for the future"
Sam & Emma Ricketts, Wedding, Bristol, May 2009
"Dear Emma, thank you so much for playing on Saturday. You were absolutely brilliant! It was exactly what we wanted and the guests all thought you were fabulous. The evening seemed to fly by and I was terribly disappointed when I realised it was midnight - I could happily have danced for many more hours. Thank you in particular for pitching both the style of music and the volume at just the right level - loud enough to party but not so loud that those not dancing couldn't have a conversation. We were also very impressed with how discreetly you set up during dinner. Best wishes"
Steve & Hannah Wiltshire, Christening, Bristol, April 2009
"Dear Emma, just a message to say thanks very much for Monday night. The evening was a great success - all the guests thoroughly enjoyed the band. You were brilliant! Thanks again"
Gareth Rees, Cardiff University Ball, Cardiff, January 2009
"Hi Emma, I really just wanted to thank the three of you for providing such a wonderful backdrop to the party - I'm sorry that the venue was, shall we say, cosy! The feedback was fantastic; looking forward to booking you for the wedding (surely a much bigger venue)! Thanks again"
Angie Cruickshank, Son's Engagement Party, Paulton, Bristol, August 2008
"Dear Emma, thanks for your fantastic music - everybody thoroughly, thoroughly enjoyed your performance. Thank you for being on top form, it made our day very special. Hope we can book you some time in the future..."
Leon & Deb King, Wedding Vows Renewal Party, Clifton, Bristol, August 2008
"Dear Emma, we would like to thank you and your band for playing so splendidly at our daughter's wedding on Saturday evening. The guests plainly enjoyed your music and it was lovely to see all ages on the dance floor. Thank you again for making it such a special evening. Your sincerely"
Jenny & Brian Dodd, Wedding, Sherborne, Dorset, August 2008
"Dear Emma, we're just back from Italy and wanted to thank you for your brilliant performance at our wedding. The music the band played created exactly the atmosphere we wanted and, as you could tell, it suited all ages. So many of our guests commented on how much they liked it. Thanks for getting set-up with no fuss as well as I know the venue is a bit tricky for unloading. Please feel free to use these comments on your website. Best wishes"
Claire & Nick Lowman, Wedding, Clifton, Bristol, July 2008
"Hello Emma, we would just like to say a huge thank you for playing at our wedding - it was absolutely fantastic. We had a huge amount of good feedback about you! The wedding wouldn't have been complete without you. Thank you again.
Daniel & Nicola Smith, Wedding, Sawbridgeworth, Herts, July 2008
"Hi Emma, we've just returned from two wonderful weeks in Madeira. The music was excellent - just what we wanted. Thanks for being patient while the previous items over-ran. The evening went by in a bit of a flash really, but I could tell we had top quality musicians on stage - including you, of course. Great stuff! We know where to come for any future bookings... Very best wishes, and thanks again"
Steve & Helen Kings, Wedding, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, June 2008
"Hi Emma, thank you so much for being so amazing at our wedding. Everyone really enjoyed themselves. We had such an amazing day and you were a key part of making it so special. Thank you for being so personal and professional, we couldn't fault your service. Thanks again!"
Gemma & Mark Girvan, Wedding, Falfield, Gloucestershire, June 2008
"Hi Emma, thanks for making our day so perfect last June! The music was wonderful and dealing with you was a pleasure throughout. Thanks especially for playing "Annie's Song" - amazing! Love Suzy & Mat"
Suzy & Mat Hardyman, Wedding, Wells, Somerset, June 2008
"Hi Emma, just a quick email to say we're back from our honeymoon and received absolutely rave reviews for your singing and performance at our wedding on 31st May. Everybody loved the jazz and felt that the sound of live music greeting them at the reception was the warmest of welcomes! Vicky and I thought you did a great job. It made the day for my father who proudly announced to anyone who would listen "they're playing Sweet And Lovely..." - thanks again. Best wishes for the future and long may the singing continue!
Gavin & Vicky Birch, Wedding, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, May 2008
Anna & Dan, Wedding, Bruton, Somerset, May 2008
"Hi Emma, we had a fantastic time and the music was brilliant! We had lots of guests saying how great the music was and I'm glad everyone was up and dancing. You were really great. Thank you again for making it such a memorable evening and I'm sure we'll be booking you again - we often have some big work events so that would be perfect. Best wishes"
Gemma McGrattan, Wedding, Bristol, May 2008
"Hi Emma, we had a great time - it was a fantastic day! The music was ace - exactly what I hoped for. It created a great atmosphere and our guests really enjoyed it. One person told me that you were the best band that they had ever heard at a wedding! So a big thank you to you and the other band members from both of us. Kind regards"
Simon & Emily Preston, Wedding, Bristol, May 2008
"I booked Emma and her band to play at the funeral of a great jazz fan, my father. The atmosphere she created made for a lovely sense of occasion, and the afternoon became very special to all those who attended."
Alex McDonald, London, March 2008
"Hi Emma, you were absolutely brilliant! Thank you so much for playing non-stop and for being sensitive to the evening pulse (if you know what I mean). Hope to see you again in happy occasions! All the best"
Yair and Victoria, Wedding, Bristol, February 2008
"Hi Emma, thank you so much for contributing to a wonderful evening. All my guests thought you were terrific and perfect for the occasion. Many thanks and I am sure the next party we have will involve booking you again. Kind regards"
Kevin Squire, 25th Wedding Anniversary Party, Barnstaple, November 2007
"Hi Emma, thank you very much for a lovely evening. Everyone said how much they enjoyed themselves, especially Mum and Dad. A number of people asked about you on the night and I will pass on your details. Thank you again!"
Lis Spencer, Retirement Party, Devizes, November 2007
"Hi Emma, thank you so much for your fantastic singing and band at our wedding - our guests absolutely loved it and you fitted in so well with the style and feel of the day. A special thank you for learning our first dance song "God Only Knows" - it was absolutely perfect! We were also sorry to hear from one of our friends afterwards that you were injured - even more thanks for coming and doing such a great performance."
Kate and Marco, Wedding, Chard, September 2007
"Hi Emma, hope all is good with you. Just wanted to say thanks for the fab music you provided for our wedding reception on August 11th - you soon got everyone up on the dancefloor, and there were plenty of compliments from our guests about how great you and the band were. Thanks again - we'll definitely be recommending you in the future."
Joanne and Mark Terry, Wedding, Brecon, August 2007
"Dear Emma, just a note to thank you and the rest of the band for yesterday's fantastic performance at our daughter's wedding reception!!! Feedback from the guests was very positive indeed... it seemed that everybody thoroughly enjoyed themselves...certainly the father of the bride did (even with his ridiculous dancing technique!) I hope we shall have the opportunity to meet again at some future stage... maybe a christening 'bash'??? With warm regards"
Kim Taplin, Wedding, Bristol, August 2007
"Thank you so much for doing such a lovely set. Everyone enjoyed the music and most people danced, even people who don't normally dance! Thank you again for making our day so perfect"
Romarna and Will Corke, Wedding, Devizes, July 2007
"Emma, just wanted to drop you a quick note and say thank you for playing at the wedding - you guys were great. Particular thanks for arranging for Anna to sing, as I'm sure you could see, it was a very personal wedding and that was definitely one of the highlights for me. Thanks once again"
Steve Baker, Wedding, Bristol, June 2007
"Dear Emma, they say in all the bridal magazines that you should see a number of bands play before you choose. When my Chief Bridesmaid and I went to watch you perform in Cheltenham last June I knew instantly you were perfect for our wedding. You were the first band I saw. From the beginning you were very professional and helpful, responding to any email queries promptly and touching base as and when things developed. On the night of the wedding the band was fantastic. Everybody was up dancing and enjoying themselves. The atmosphere was electric, the music complemented the old school Hollywood feel we were trying to achieve. So to Emma & team, thank you for such a fantastic service."
Janice and Richard, Wedding, Bwlch, May 2007
"As soon as we heard the CD of Jazz Up Your Wedding we knew it would create the atmosphere we wanted for our special day and that's exactly what your band did. There was something for everyone from this extemely talented, professional group of musicians; thank you again Emma!"
Will and Hannah Doyle, Wedding, Isle of Wight, March 2007
"Hi Emma, thanks so much to you and your band for the fantastic set last night - it was perfectly suited to the audience. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. I hope I can party like that when I'm their age! With best wishes"
Sharon Torrible, Golden Wedding Anniversary Party, Bristol, March 2007
"Hi Emma, we haven't completely forgotten you, just been crazy busy since we got back to Hong Kong. A big THANK YOU for the fine entertainment you and the band provided for us, we had lots of positive comments about you and my Grandad insisted on staying until you stopped playing (way past his bed time!). Best wishes"
"Hiya emma, we are off to Venice tomorrow but before we go we just wanted to say a big thank you. The atmosphere was exactly what we wanted - relaxed & mellow. The band was great! and added a unique touch to a wonderful day! Our song 'The Way You Look Tonight' was fab and truly the icing on the cake... cheers again"
Helen and Andrew Powell, Wedding, Newport, July 2006
"I wanted to thank you and your band for an excellent performance at our wedding in June this year. The music was spot-on, and as we requested. And you certainly managed to get the guests off their chairs and dancing, which was exactly what we wanted! I would recommend you to any Bride any day."
Nicoline Sandwith, Wedding, Louth, June 2006
"FANTASTIC! That's how we would describe Emma and the band's performance. For anyone who wants a bit of class and something different to the usual cheesy disco at their wedding reception - look no further! Not only did they look great but their performance was top-notch too, which was confirmed by the mass of people left stranded (wanting more) on the dancefloor then the set finally ended! Thanks for helping make our day and for providing us with great memories. P.S. Apologies to Jake the sax player for our over-enthusiastic dancing far too close to his music stand!!"
Jane and Christian Mauz, Wedding, Herefordshire, June 2006
"I had no reservation in hiring Emma's trio for our New Year's Eve Black Tie Dinner Dance in 2005 and 2006. Both nights were a huge success with the band playing jazz standards during the meal and then turning to a wide variety of popular funk and soul numbers which immediately had our guests up and on their feet and dancing. If you are thinking of booking them for New Years Eve 2007, don't bother - I have already re-booked them! "
Andrew MacLachlan, Black Tie Ball, The Bear Hotel, Devizes
"Thanks again Emma for playing at our wedding, you obviously enjoyed it and that really showed in the music and added to the great atmosphere. Everyone had a fantastic time and I have had lots of compliments about the band; you really got the party started and contributed towards a really memorable day for our guests. We couldn't have chosen better entertainment for our wedding!"
Jane Welling, Wedding, Devizes, May 2005
"Thank you and the band for an absolutely wonderful performance at our wedding. The feedback from our guests has been amazing and all have mentioned the group's class and professionalism, wonderful music and vocals. We can honestly say not only that having you and the band play made our evening incredibly special and unique, but also that we would have no hesitation in recommending you to others. A truly magical evening made extra special by you and your friends - a very, very big Thank You!"
Mark & Melissa, Wedding, Abbotsbury, June 2005
"I wanted to drop a line to say how fantastic you and the band were at our wedding. You sang so beautifully and the music really set the tone for the day - relaxed, fun and chilled out! I loved all the songs you played and everyone remarked upon how much they enjoyed listening to you whilst sipping their champagne. Thank you for adding something extra special to what was for us such a wonderful day."
Rebecca Pritchard, Wedding, Bristol, June 2005
"Hi Emma, thanks for such a superb performance at our Silver Wedding Anniversary Party last Saturday. You handled the whole booking very swiftly & professionally, and everyone loved you and your band's music, playing beautifully in the covered area in our garden. The party was a great success, and we thank you for your big contribution towards that. We'll be very happy to recommend you to others. Thanks again"
Pam & Rob Gray, Silver Wedding Anniverary Party, Devizes, May 2005
"Thanks for Saturday. You and the guys were really great - good music and good attitude; just got on with it and fitted in. I really enjoyed my party and best of all the kids had a blast!"
Mark Brown, Summer BBQ, East Coker, July 2003