The songbooks of Ella Fitzgerald, Oscar Peterson, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Miles Davis are represented to provide a sophisticated atmosphere for your wedding, party or event.
The members of the trio have performed together for over five years and are experienced in providing music for a wide range of corporate and entertainment settings. The trio prides itself on a high standard of appearance, professionality and flexibility.
The trio may be engaged to perform with additional musicians including a singer, trumpet or saxophone for added impact. In addition, the trio with a singer can play a range of pop and soul classics to get your guests up and dancing.
Martin Briggs - Drums
Since completing his training at Trinity College of Music, Martin has worked extensively throughout the UK, performing many different genres of music ranging from small trio gigs through to big bands, touring shows and even symphony orchestras.
Paul Reeves - Piano
Paul is a regular on the London jazz scene and is currently playing piano in the West End production of Blood Brothers. He has also played in the Sunset Boulevard and Miss Saigon orchestras. In addition, Paul writes music for film and television.
Mike Pratt - Bass
Mike has played double bass and bass guitar in a wide range of jazz, pop and rock settings in the UK and abroad. He has also taught courses including composition, multimedia, and sound engineering for Kingston University.
Also Featuring
Esther Hendricks - Vocals
A fresh new talent on the jazz scene, Esther is quickly gaining support and recognition. Esther performed alongside Barbara Jay and Jonathan Gee at the Spice of Life in London and received a warm welcome at the 28th Gottingen Jazz Festival in Germany.
www.estherhendricks.co.uk
Ray Butcher - Trumpet
Ray has worked with some top names in the jazz field including Jean Toussaint, Tony Levin, Julian Siegel and many more. He has played in numerous international jazz and blues festivals alongside such luminaries as BB King, Afro Cuban Allstars and Tania Maria.
www.myspace.com/raybutcher