The London Jazz Duo - Electric Guitarist - Lewisham, London

The London Jazz Duo

Electric Guitarist

(3 Reviews)5.0
Also Performs As: Duo, Saxophonist, Jazz Band, Wedding Band
Country: United Kingdom
Based In: Lewisham, London
Performs: Worldwide
From: £430
‘The London Jazz Duo’ are an award-winning collective of musicians who create the perfect ambience for your event. They are also able to expand into a larger line-up of musicians, suitable for bigger events in larger spaces.
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'The London Jazz Duo' are are comprised of Robin Porter (saxophone) & Jack Gillen (guitar), two highly experienced and award-winning musicians. They predominantly provide background jazz music for a range of event types.
The duo’s repertoire includes a myriad of jazz standards from the Great American Songbook, as well as bossa nova’s, funk/groove-based tunes, and some more contemporary pop songs. They can tailor their set to suit your event and can learn song requests before an event.
The London Jazz Duo are also able to expand into a larger line-up of musicians, suitable for bigger ...

Reviews     (3 Reviews)

The London Jazz Duo - Duo - Lewisham, London Event Location: Kemble Event Type: Corporate Event 27th April 2023
"Everyone had a great evening, thank you for playing for our event!”
Reviewed by: Gemma Hudson
The London Jazz Duo - Saxophonist - Lewisham, London Event Location: London Event Type: Concert 1st May 2022
“Robin is a great musician – he has a beautiful melodic turn of phrase and a strong personal sound.”
Reviewed by: Kit Downes (ECM Records)
The London Jazz Duo - Saxophonist - Lewisham, London Event Location: London Event Type: Performance 1st March 2022
“Robin’s music is all about lyrical playing informed from ‘the source’, delivered with a warm joyful sound.”
Reviewed by: Stan Sulzmann

Experience

‘The London Jazz Duo’ have performed at some of the UK’s top jazz venues including Ronnie Scott’s, the 606 Jazz Club, Pizza Express Soho and The Vortex, as well as at countless weddings and private events.
Robin and Jack met whilst studying at Leeds Conservatoire in 2010, and both graduated from the BA Jazz Programme with First Class Honours. Robin went onto study on the prestigious postgraduate Jazz programme at the Royal Academy of Music where he graduated with distinction, whilst Jack has fast been earning a reputation as one of London’s most versatile guitarists. As well as h ...

Suitable for

Anniversary Party Awards Ceremony Birthday Party (Adult) Casinos Charity / Fundraising Event Christening Christmas Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Community Event Concerts / Tours Conference / Meeting Corporate Event Cruise Ships Dinner Party Engagement Party Festival / Outdoor Event Funeral/Memorial Service Graduation Party Grand Opening Party High School Reunion HM Forces/Army/Navy/Military Event Holiday / Theme Parks Hotel Event New Year's Eve Party Nursing / Care Home Event Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Prom Night Restaurant / Bar / Pub Event Retirement Party School Event Session Work Social Club Theaters / Stage Trade Show / Exhibitions University / College Event Virtual Event Wedding Ceremony Wedding Cocktail/Drinks Reception Wedding Reception

Additional Information

Insured for Public Liability up to £10 million, all equipment PAT tested, Robin Porter has valid DBS certificate and teaches in schools

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