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A superb range of jazz standards and popular classics. They provide the perfect jazz accompaniment for any wedding reception, private party or corporate dinner.

"Jeanie Barton’s vocals bring a touch of class to this material, with a sound that is both stylish and personal, and characterised by a refreshingly English delivery." John O’Neill, former Jazz critic of The Sunday Times.

"What a pleasure it is to hear this talented and professional quartet. Jeanie Barton renders syncopated standards beautifully, aided by sensitive, sure footed accompaniment. A real relish, this group will grace anywhere they perform." Laurie Morgan, former AMD of the National Theatre and Founder of Club Eleven.

Jazz And Cocktails are available as a duo, trio, quartet, quintet or even larger line up if required - price guide based on booking the quartet. Suitable for small or large events and offering a huge song list of both Swing and Latin Jazz numbers, specially requested songs will be learnt. This function band is excellent value for money - price reflected by the number of members required!

» Song List - Latin Grooves

• Latin Bebop
• A Night In Tunisia
• Caravan
• Latin Bossa
• Besame Mucho
• Fools Rush In
• Girl From Ipanema
• How Insensitive
• I Have Dreamed
• I Remember You
• In The Still Of The Night
• I've Been Missing You
• Let’s Get Lost
• Masquerade
• Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps
• Quiet Nights Of Quiet Stars (Corcovado)
• Something Wonderful
• The Shadow Of Your Smile
• There’s A Kind Of Hush All Over The World
• We Have All The Time In The World
• You Do Something To Me
• Latin Bossa & Swing
• Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You
• Night And Day
• Latin Funk
• From Russia With Love
• Where Do I Begin? (Love Story Theme)
• Latin Mambo
• Sway
• Mambo Italiano
• Latin Samba
• Brazil
• I Could Have Danced All Night
• Moon River
• The Way You Look Tonight
• Tico Tico
• What A Difference A Day Made

» Song List - Swing Grooves

• Swing Bebop
• A Train (Take The)
• Cheek To Cheek
• Farmer's Market
• Love Me Or Leave Me
• Secret Love
• There Will Never Be Another You
• Twisted
• Swing Med
• Ain't That A Kick In The Head
• Come Fly With Me
• Dream A Little Dream Of Me
• Embraceable You
• Fly Me To The Moon
• It Had To Be You
• It's Magic
• I've Got You Under My Skin
• Let There Be Love
• Manhattan
• Moody's Mood For Love
• Moonglow
• My Baby Just Cares For Me
• Sentimental Journey
• Slow Boat To China
• The Best Is Yet To Come
• The More I See You
• They Can't Take That Away From Me
• Where Or When
• Winter Wonderland
• You Make Me Feel So Young
• You're Just Too Marvellous
• Swing Ballads
• A Very Precious Love
• Bewitched Bothered And Bewildered
• Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
• My Funny Valentine
• My Romance
• Someone To Watch Over Me
• Sophisticated Lady
• The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting...)
• The Nearness Of You
• Unforgettable
• What Do You See In Her?
• Where Is Love?
• You'll Never Know
• Swing Upbeat
• A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square
• All Of Me
• But Not For Me
• Diamonds Are A Girls Best Friend
• Hello Dolly
• Honeysuckle Rose
• I Can’t Give You Anything But Love
• Mack The Knife
• Old Devil Moon
• Rocking Around The Christmas Tree
• Smile
• Sunny Side Of The Street
• What Is This Thing Called Love?
• You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To
• You’re Nobody ‘Til Somebody Loves You
• Zing Went The Strings Of My Heart
• Waltz And 6/8
• Autumn Leaves
• Everybody Loves Somebody Sometimes
• Mister Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
• My Favourite Things
• Someday I'll Find You

» Jeanie's Biography

Jeanie has an extensive background in music and performance. Starting her musical career with 3 years as a principle with the National Youth Music Theatre and continuing her study at the University of Warwick, performing in Warwick Arts Centre and taking classical vocal and piano tuition. Since moving to London, Jeanie has become a jazz based vocalist, lyricist and composer.

Having studied jazz harmony at Morley College in London and bebop improvisation with Anita Wardell, Jeanie gigs regularly to sustained acclaim with her quartet and in other jazz ensembles. She has sung backing vocals for Luddy Samms (The Drifters) and works with some of the best musicians on the British jazz scene today. She is also compere for the Laurie Morgan Trio.

» The Line Up

The Best From London And Beyond:

Jeanie Barton - Vocals
CJ Berry - Guitar
Lakis Economon - Double Bass
Danny Bryan - Percussion
Steve Rose - Piano / Double Bass
Rob Taggart — Piano
Ed Benstead - Trumpet / Flugel
Tony Reeves - Double Bass
Michael Rubie - Alto Tenor / Baritone Saxaphone
Rob Barron - Piano
John China - Piano
Maurice Cockrell - Piano
Vasilis Xenopoulos - Tenor Sax
Olly Blanchflower - Double Bass
...and Many More Poised To Make Your Event Sparkle!

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