The Turquoise Feathers

FAQs

What styles of music do you play?
We play exclusively New Orleans rhythm 'n' blues from the late 40s, 50s and early 60s. There is however, plenty of light and shade in our set list, and music from that era includes lots of uptempo dance material, ballads and other 'exotic' flavours such as mambos and habaneras. 

Can you play purely instrumental music?
As a duo it's possible to play instrumental music, although to do so we would include many jazz standards, as the vast majority of the New Orleans material we play has vocals. For all larger combos the sets involve vocals.

Do you do gigs abroad?
We can, although we request that all lighting, amps, PA, piano, double bass and so on are provided by the booker.

Can you play without amplification?
Unfortunately not.

What amplification do you use?
As well as our own amplifiers, We can provide a 680 watt PA system - that's suitable for most types of event where fewer than 150 people are attending.

Can you dress smartly for a formal event?
We always dress very smartly, and in the style of the 1950s musicians we are paying homage to.

Can you play in more than one location in my venue?
It's quite difficult to move the band once they have set up in one location.

Can you play outside?
As long as there is a marquee, gazebo or something similar to shelter the equipment from the weather we can play outside.

How much space do you need to set up?
About 4 metres by 3 metres.

Can you supply music between your sets?
Yes, we can supply appropriate interval music using an iPod through our amplification system, or if you prefer you can provide your own iPod or playlist which we can connect to our system.