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Simply Swing

Top quality live jazz and swing from one of the most professional and experienced bands in the UK.

You will hear a selection of songs evoking nostalgic glimpses of a more glamorous past from the repertoire of the classic American songbook made popular by Frank Sinatra and The Rat Pack, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, Fred Astaire, Nina Simone and more recently Michael Buble, Norah Jones and Jamie Cullum.

*Simply Swing performs a genre of music that has remained timeless and everlasting*

Top quality live jazz and swing from one of the most professional and experienced bands in the UK. You will hear a selection of songs evoking nostalgic glimpses of a more glamorous past from the repertoire of the classic American songbook made popular by Frank Sinatra and The Rat Pack, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat ‘King’Cole, Fred Astaire, Nina Simone and more recently Michael Bublé, Norah Jones and Jamie Cullum - a genre of music that has remained timeless and everlasting.

The members of this London-based band comprise the country’s top musicians whose touring and studio credits include: Shirley Bassey, Kylie Minogue, The London Symphony Orchestra, BBC Radio Big Band, Syd Lawrence Orchestra, Michael Ball, Neil Sedaka and George Benson.

Simply Swing's line-up ranges from an intimate Trio ensemble of keyboard, double bass and drums, up to a 6-piece band with additional vocals, saxophone and guitar. In their fuller format, the ensemble can adjust their pace and prominence beautifully to suit the mood of your event.

3 - 7 Piece - Vocals, Keyboard, Double Bass,  with additional  Saxophone, Guitar, Drums

The Way You Look Tonight
Night And Day
Beyond The Sea (La Mer)
Let There Be Love
Fly Me To The Moon
The Summer Wind
Come Fly With Me
In A Mellow Tone
Mr Bojangles
L-O-V-E
Sway
Summertime
Music To Watch Girls By
Can’t Take My Eyes Off You
Misty
Tea For Two
Witchcraft
Strangers In The Night
At Last   
The Look Of Love
Pennies From Heaven
Lady Is A Tramp
Have You Met Miss Jones
Call Me Irresponsible
That’s Amore
Quando Quando Quando
Lover Man
Makin’ Whoopee
When I Fall In Love
Just Help Yourself
Sunny
‘Til Somebody Loves You
When You’re Smiling
Route 66
Let’s Fall In Love
Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps
Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square
It Was A Very Good Year
Chicago
What A Difference A Day Makes
Volare
My Baby Just Cares For Me
Don’t Know Why
The Good Life
It Had To Be You
More
Up A Lazy River
Moondance
Mack The Knife
What A Wonderful World
Buona Sera
Girl From Ipanema
Ain’t Misbehavin’

Plus, Many More

Catherine Watts, Claridges, London
It's hard to express in words what a fabulous impact Simply Swing had at our wedding.  The music was absolutely fantastic and they were charming and helpful from start to finish. 
 
John & Sarah
I would like to express my thanks to Simply Swing who were excellent - their music was superb, but I was also impressed by their efficiency in setting up/leaving and their friendly manner.   
 
Inga
They were very professional, played brilliantly and gave the reception a really buzzing atmosphere. Friends and family have not stopped raving about how good Simply Swing were. They really made the evening. 
 
Angela Wolfastan
I'm just writing to say that we had a great day on our wedding on June 25th and the band did a marvelous job. They were very helpful before the day and on the night itself and gave a great performance. Many people danced the night away and really enjoyed the music. I'm glad that Sandra did use our piano as it's probably the best performance it's given for a long time too!!  
 
Tracey Monk
It went very well. The band were very professional, pleasant people and did a great job. I would definitely use them again for a corporate event.

Savoy, Waldorf, Claridges. BT, House of Fraser, Radio Times Awards.

Simply Swing's line-up ranges from an intimate Trio ensemble of keyboard, double bass and drums, up to a 6-Piece Band with additional vocals (male or female), saxophone and guitar. In their larger format, the ensemble can adjust their pace and prominence to suit the mood of your event. The reduced line-up is ideal for subtle and atmospheric background jazz.

Simply Swing also offer a DJ service where music may be provided before, between and after the live sets of music. A great way to keep the party going.

Standard performance times 3 x 45 minute sets or the equivalent spread over a 3 hour period.

Please Note: The fees indicated below are approximate and based on a central location for each county. They are intended to provide a rough guide only and exact quotes can only be given once the date and exact location of your event have been provided.

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