Hire CLEA ROSE | Singing guitarist in Medway

Q: What do your clients love most about your performances?

Clients most love my voice, song choices as they are quite varied and depending on the occasion they enjoy my sense of humour and banter!

Q: Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Bush Hall RoyalOpera House, London Maida Vale BBC 6 Music Electric Picnic Festival, Ireland Troubadour, LA

Q: Which artists have you been most influenced by?

I love Stevie Wonder so much! I love his songwriting and his voice. Amy Winehouse for her lyrics and voice. James Blake for his production and the space he leaves in his music. Eva Cassidy, Aretha Franklin, Lauryn Hill are all singers I have spent a lot of time listening to and studying!

Q: What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

Probably WOMAD Festival with Jah Wobble which was broadcast live onto BBC Radio 2 I think! That was such a thrilling experience!

Q: What if my timings change after I've booked you?

No problem at all, just let me know and usually I can be flexible as I tend to only take one booking per day. If I can't be flexible, I will be sure to help find a solution.

Q: Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

Absolutely! As long as you let me know you would like this, I can bring the correct wires etc and either you can provide your own playlist, or I can choose for you

Q: How much time do you need to set up?

Depending on the event, and whether I'm playing solo or with my duo or band, I take between 20 and 30 minutes to set up. I usually set up about 1 hour before the performance time. As soon as my speakers are plugged in, I can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere and get your guests ready for the live performance!

Q: Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?

Yes you can. I usually send a song list for you to choose the selection you'd like me to play. I am also happy to take requests on the night if they fit with the vibe we are creating for your event!

Q: Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, all equipment is provided. All I will need is access to power and shelter from the elements!

Q: Can you learn song requests before the event?

One special request is included in my price, as long as I have enough notice to learn it. One or two songs may be learned for a small additional fee of £20 per song

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About CLEA

Upbeat indie soul. Sounds like Amy Winehouse, Dua Lipa, Janis Joplin

Singing guitarist

Rochester

Public liability insurance of £10 million

Clea Rose is an experienced, versatile singer & guitarist who has toured internationally, had radio play on BBC 1 as well as performing live on BBC 6 Music and Maida Vale. She has released three studio albums and played to 1000s on festival stages, as well as intimate gigs with small crowds. Clea plays a broad range of popular covers and approaches all of them with soul, fun and sensitivity. With 20 years experience playing live, you can book Clea with confidence for your event - whether it be a wedding breakfast, or a private party, she can read the crowd to suit the atmosphere. Please get in touch for more information, or to discuss your event!

CLEA

5 out of 5

6 verified reviews

Satisfaction

5.0

Professionalism

5.0

Communication

5.0

Punctuality

5.0

CLEA's Reviews

5 out of 5

Clea was incredible from start to finish. I booked her to sing for our wedding ceremony and drinks reception. I wanted a special arrangement for my bridal party and myself to walk down the aisle to. She handled it all amazingly, all in her stride. I also asked her to learn two new songs for the signing the register. Which she also took in her stride. Cocktail hour was amazing with her to set the mood. Communication was great. She was on time and setting up early. She was so so professional. But most of all, made us feel just lovely and sung and played beautifully. Clea thank you from the bottom of our hearts! We loved having you

Reply from CLEA

7 months ago

Kia! What an amazingly beautiful day. The care you took and the attention to detail was something else. Everyone working for you there agreed how absolutely lovely you were to have as a client. Thank you so much for a day I won't forget, it was so special and romantic and I loved singing you down the aisle <3 Clea

5 out of 5

Absolutely fantastic. Clea played at my 50th party lucky the sun was shinning and we were outside, everyone loved it. Highly recommended.

Reply from CLEA

7 months ago

Clare! This is such a brilliant memory, it was boiling hot and everyone looked so happy in the garden! Thanks so much for booking me to play and for this lovely review!

5 out of 5

Clea was perfect. Such a beautiful voice. Very professional in terms of appearance, equipment, punctuality. She made helpful observations and was willing to be flexible in order to make the event go well. If anyone books Clea they will not be disappointed. She engaged well with everyone she spoke to including youngsters. She has some great songs of her own too, definitely worth hearing. Cannot fault Clea.

Reply from CLEA

7 months ago

Heather! This was such a special gathering and I loved meeting you all. Thank you for being brilliant clients. Being asked to play my own songs was a very rare treat, and made me feel very valued! Hope you are all keeping well, and thanks again for booking me!

5 out of 5

Clea performed the mid afternoon slot at our Mini Festival- With a mixture of upbeat and slower acoustic interpretations of popular songs, Clea really gave a lovely upbeat accompaniment to the Sunny afternoon. Her Interaction with the audience and skilled Musicianship was greatly appreciated by myself and the 100 plus gathered to enjoy the day’s entertainment. Clea arrived well in time for his slot and was lovely and friendly and really was a true professional during her performance. We Would definitely recommend her for a organised get together or party type of event and gets a 10/10 from us. See you next time Clea!

Reply from CLEA

7 months ago

Thank you for this brilliant review David! Sorry for the late response, I am catching up on a whole heap of admin at once, almost a year later! :) Thanks again for making me so welcome and for the brilliant time! Clea

5 out of 5

Clea was absolutely amazing leading up to the day and was helpful (and patient) with every aspect of my planning - she didn't once laugh at my endless timelines, lists and planning tables! The weather decided to behave itself at the last minute and Clea and David were able to play their first set outside amongst the trees while our guests enjoyed Pimms and canapés. They then moved in doors for the second set and played us through dinner. We couldn't have asked for a more magical day. Thank you so much for all your help in the planning and on the day itself. You helped to make our dreams come true!

5 out of 5

She created such a beautiful atmosphere during her performance and this continued to grow right up to her last song and the rest of the night.

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CLEA's Song list

All I Wanna Do - Sheryl Crow

Adventure of a Lifetime – Coldplay

Ain’t Nobody – Chaka Kahn

All About that Bass - Meghan Trainor

Beggin’ – Frank Valli & The Four Seasons

Black Magic Woman - Fleetwood Mac

Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison

Can’t Feel My Face - The Weeknd

Can’t Stop The Feeling - Justin Timberlake

Come Together – The Beatles

Cosmic Girl - Jamiroquai

Could You Be Loved – Bob Marley

Crazy - Gnarls Barkley

Dreams - Gabrielle

Feels - Calvin Harris & Pharrell

Finally - CeCe Peniston

Groove is in the heart –Dee Lite

Here/Glorybox - Alessia Cara/Portishead

Hey There Delilah - Plain White T’s

Hot Stuff - Donna Summer

Human - Rag n Bone Man

I Wish - Stevie Wonder

I’m Yours – Jason Mraz

Johnny B Goode - Chuck Berry Master Blaster – Stevie Wonder

La La La La - Naughty Bow ft Sam Smith

Lush Life - Zara Larsson

Message in a Bottle - The Police

Moondance – Van Morrison

Movin too fast – Artful Dodger

No Diggity - Black Street

Price Tag - Jessie J

Rather Be – Clean Bandit

Red Alert - Basement Jaxx

Riptide - Vance Joy

Shackles– Mary Mary

Stuck In The Middle With You - Stealers Wheel

Sweet Child Of Mine - Guns N Roses

Teardrops – Womack & Womack

Valerie – Amy Winehouse

You Got The Love – Candi Staton

You Might Need Somebody – Shola Ama

Your Love Gets Sweeter Every Day - Finley Quaye

Chilled Choices

Big Yellow Taxi- Joni Mitchell

Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison

California Soul – Marlena Shaw

Don't Know Why – Nora Jones

Dock of the Bay – Otis Redding

Diamonds on the Inside – Ben Harper

Dreams - Gabrielle

Dreams – Fleetwood Mac

Hotel California – Eagles

Fallin' – Alicia Keys

First Day Of my Life – Bright Eyes

I Wanna Dance With Somebody – Whitney Houston

Is This Love – Bob Marley

I'm Yours – Jason Mraz

Let's Stay Together – Al Green

Love Goes Down – Plan B

Master Blaster – Stevie Wonder

Moondance – Van Morrison

My Baby Just Cares for Me – Nina Simone

Never Forget You – Noisettes

Need Somebody – Shola Ama

Sittin on the Dock of the Bay

Time after Time – Cindy Lauper

Wait in vain – Bob Marley

Ceremony/First Dance/Love songs

All of Me – John Legend

At Last – Etta James

Feelin Good – Nina Simone

La Vie En Rose – Edith Piaf

Let's Stay Together – Al Green

Like A Star – Corinne Bailey Rae

Make You Feel My Love – Adele

Natural Woman – Aretha Franklin

One Day Like This - Elbow

Rather Go Blind – Etta James

Somewhere Over the Rainbow - Judy Garland

Songbird – Eva Cassidy

The First Time Ever I Saw your Face – Roberta Flack

Thinking Out Loud – Ed Sheeran

Unstoppable – Liane La Havas

Wings – Birdy

Your Song – Elton John

Kids/Disney

Can't Stop the Feeling - Trolls

How Far I'll Go - Moana

I Wanna Be Like you – Jungle Book

Uptown Funk – Bruno Mars

CLEA's Prices

Last updated: 2024

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£180
Up to 1 hour	£200
Up to 2 hours	£300
Up to 3 hours	£400

Drinks reception

Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception

£437.50

Wedding ceremony

This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.

£437.50

Wedding ceremony + Drinks reception + Dinner

- Music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. - 2 x 45 min performances at the drinks reception. - 2 x 45 min performances as dinner is being served.

£687.50

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Clients most love my voice, song choices as they are quite varied and depending on the occasion they enjoy my sense of humour and banter!

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Bush Hall RoyalOpera House, London Maida Vale BBC 6 Music Electric Picnic Festival, Ireland Troubadour, LA

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

I love Stevie Wonder so much! I love his songwriting and his voice. Amy Winehouse for her lyrics and voice. James Blake for his production and the space he leaves in his music. Eva Cassidy, Aretha Franklin, Lauryn Hill are all singers I have spent a lot of time listening to and studying!

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

Probably WOMAD Festival with Jah Wobble which was broadcast live onto BBC Radio 2 I think! That was such a thrilling experience!

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

No problem at all, just let me know and usually I can be flexible as I tend to only take one booking per day. If I can't be flexible, I will be sure to help find a solution.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

Absolutely! As long as you let me know you would like this, I can bring the correct wires etc and either you can provide your own playlist, or I can choose for you

How much time do you need to set up?

Depending on the event, and whether I'm playing solo or with my duo or band, I take between 20 and 30 minutes to set up. I usually set up about 1 hour before the performance time. As soon as my speakers are plugged in, I can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere and get your guests ready for the live performance!

Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?

Yes you can. I usually send a song list for you to choose the selection you'd like me to play. I am also happy to take requests on the night if they fit with the vibe we are creating for your event!

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, all equipment is provided. All I will need is access to power and shelter from the elements!

Can you learn song requests before the event?

One special request is included in my price, as long as I have enough notice to learn it. One or two songs may be learned for a small additional fee of £20 per song

Musicianship

Genres:

Covers, Soul, Acoustic, Motown, Pop, Easy listening, Blues, Jazz, 1990s era music, Christmas, Reggae, Originals, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, Indie

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Instruments:

Singing guitarist, Singer, Guitar

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Event types:

Private event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Virtual event, Theatre / Show

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Other skills:

Lyricist, Songwriter, Instrumental teaching, Singing teaching, Live looping, Fluent improviser, Community music worker, Composition teaching, Producer, Composer

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