Wedding Jazz and Swing at Grittleton House

The Hipcats took their swinging jazz quartet to Grittleton House for a fabulous wedding on 3rd June.  Amongst the classic jazz and swing there was also a request for songs from Michael Bublé and the band were happy to oblige, including the first dance which was the beautiful You and I (written by Stevie Wonder) - this was brilliantly sung by guest, Nathaniel Kelly who joined the band for this special song.  He wasn't the only talented performer around as West End and Broadway star Laura Kelly (Mary Poppins amongst other things) also had a great time enjoying the music with the rest of the guests.

The whole day and evening was brilliantly organised and the bride and groom had a fabulous day at a fabulous venue.  More information on the band at http://www.thehipcats.co.uk/ - as seen on http://www.bristolandbathjazz.co.uk/ and http://www.bristolandbathweddings.co.uk/

Waitrose jazz band in Warminster

Stardust Music were chosen by Waitrose to be their jazz band for the big Jubilee event in Warminster on Sunday 3rd June.  The band greeted the crowds as they entered the park with a mix of upbeat swing-jazz and even the occasional showers didn't dampen spirits.

An 'awesome' band said one of the Waitrose representatives at the event and the families who were dancing along to the band certainly seemed to agree.

Find out more about hiring the jazz band at www.Stardust-Music.co.uk

A jazzy wedding on the farm

Huntstile Organic Farm in Somerset provided the unique setting for Abi and Mark's wedding.  They chose The Hipcats quartet of double bass, drums, keyboards and vocals for music in the evening and had a special request for The Love Cats by The Cure for the first dance.  The band were happy to learn it for them and what a great first dance it was!

The music for the rest of the evening was a mix of jazz, swing, latin and funk which got everyone up dancing, whether they were 8, 28 or 88.  A brilliant night enjoyed as much by the band as by the guests.

More on the band at www.TheHipcats.co.uk/somerset

Wick Wedding Jazz

The Hipcats were invited by Izzy and Ferdy to join them at their wedding at Wick Farm near Bath, Wiltshire on 2nd June.  The bride and groom had chosen a trio of double bass, keyboards and vocals to play at their drinks reception outside and the band found a great spot under the tree on the terrace.  The classic and cool music went well with the vintage Porsche which brought the happy couple to the venue and the weather was just right for drinks and canapés.

The Hipcats Jazz and Swing Trio - photograph by award-winning wedding photographer Anushe Low

Keyboard player, Phil, from The Hipcats stayed on in the evening to provide cocktail piano in the bar area and he played a mix of classic jazz and romantic tunes from the 1920s through to the present day.  Sophisticated and cool.  More information at www.TheHipcats.co.uk/wiltshire

Wick Farm, Bath, Wiltshire - The Hipcats Wedding Jazz

Sunny day for jazz at Clearwell Castle

After several weeks of cold weather the sunshine came out in force - just at the right time for a beautiful day (26th May) in the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire on the terrace at Clearwell Castle.  The Hipcats (www.TheHipcats.co.uk) had been chosen by the bride and groom to provide a suitably summery set with a mix of latin and swing instrumentals on piano, double bass and guitar - just right for drinks in the sunshine after a service at the nearby church.

The band very much appreciated all the kind comments they had from the guests (who, it has to be said, were displaying an excellent selection of smart suits and pretty dresses and so clearly had very good taste!) and the music provided a nice sonic backdrop for the bride and groom as they had photographs taken in the grounds.

A perfect summer's day.

Stunning views for jazz in Newquay

The Cool Nachos were invited down from Bristol to the Glendorgal Hotel in Newquay on 29th April 2012 for the wedding of Natalie and Chris.  With stunning views the hotel was a brilliant choice and even the driving rain didn't dampen down the celebrations as the views were so dramatic.

The band played a laid-back set after the ceremony as people settled down to some drinks and nibbles.  In the evening the volume was turned up so that the guests could enjoy a mix of jazz, latin, swing and funk from the top band (www.TheCoolNachos.co.uk).  The happy couple had chosen the classic 'I've got you under my skin' for their first dance and had choreographed some smooth moves to accompany it.  A great choice of location and a brilliant day. 

Wedmore Wedding Jazz and Swing

The George Inn at Wedmore (Somerset) hosted a lovely wedding on 28th April and the bride and groom booked The Nick Langston Trio (www.NLA.me.uk) to entertain them in the evening.  The band consisted of vocals, keyboards and double bass which made for an interesting descent into the cellar bar through the throngs of celebrating guests!

However, once the band were set up they went into a collection of jazz standards and upbeat swing which got everyone tapping their feet and singing along.  As the band went into 'It had to be you' the bride and groom decided to pick this as their first dance - a brilliant choice.
A great venue and a great evening.

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