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About Dave
Dave just loves singing those timeless songs of the Big Band era adding a Las Vegas touch to any event.
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Dave
5 verified reviews
Satisfaction
5.0
Professionalism
5.0
Communication
5.0
Punctuality
5.0
Dave's Reviews
From Encore customers:
JS
Jacob S
2 years ago
From other customers:
BC
Ben C
6 years ago, for a Corporate event in London
SH
Suzanne H
6 years ago, for a Wedding in Walthamstow
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This act has been working with Encore for over 6 years
Dave's Song list
A Foggy Day (In London Town)
A Wink And A Smile
After You've Gone
Ain't That A Kick In The Head
All I Do Is Dream
All Of Me
Almost Like Being In Love
Autumn Leaves
At Last
Better the Devil You Know
Bad Bad Leroy Brown
Ballerina
Bewitched
Beyond The Sea
Blue Moon
Bye Bye Blackbird
Can't Help Falling In Love With You
Can't Take My Eyes Off You
Can't Wait Another Minute
Cheek To Cheek
Come Fly With Me
Crazy (Patsy Cline)
Cry Me A River
Days Of Wine And Roses
Deed I Do
Every Time We Say Goodbye
Fascination
Fly Me To The Moon
For Once In My Life
Have You Met Miss Jones?
I Could Write A Book
I Get A Kick Out Of You
I Love Paris
(I Love You) For Sentimental Reason
I Only Have Eyes For You
I Only Want To Be With You
I Wish You Love
I Won't Dance
I'm Beginning To See The Light
I'm Gonna Live Till I Die
I've Got My love To Keep Me Warm
I've Got The World On A String
I've Got You Under My Skin
If I Should Lose You
(Is This The Way To) Amarillo
It Had To Be You
It's Impossible
It's My Life
It's Now Or Never
Just In Time
Kissing A Fool
La Vie En Rose
Learning The Blues
Let There Be Love
Let's Face The Music And Dance
Let's Fall In Love
Light My Fire
L.O.V.E.
Love And Marriage
Love Is Here To Stay
(Love Is) The Tender Trap
Love Me Tender
Lucky Be A Lady
Mack The Knife
Magic Moments
Makin’ Whoopee
Me And My Shadow
Moon River
More
Music To Watch Girls By
My Funny Valentine
My Lover's Heart
My Way
New York, New York
Never Gonna Give You Up
Nevertheless (I'm In Love With You)
Nature Boy
Nice 'n Easy
Nice Work If You Can Get It
Night And Day
Object Of My Affection
On The Street Where You Live
Orange Coloured Sky
Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps
Please Be Kind
Pennies From Heaven
Recipe For Love
Right Now
Route 66
Quando, Quando, Quando
Smile
Someone To Watch Over Me
Something's Gotta Give
Summertime
Summer Wind
Sway (Can't Take My Eyes Off You)
Sweet Caroline
Swinging On A Star
That Old Devil Called Love
That's Amore
That's life
The Best Is Yet To Come
The Lady Is A Tramp
The Last Waltz
The Locomotion
The Shadow Of Your Smile
The Very Thought Of You
The Way You Look Tonight
They Can't Take That Away From Me
Too Young
Unforgettable
Until The Real Thing Comes Along
Walking My Baby Back Home
We Are In Love
When I Fall In Love
Witchcraft
Wonderwall
You Don't Have To Say You Love Me
You Go To My Head
You Make Me Feel So Young
You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To
You'll Never Know
You're Getting To Be A Habit With Me
You're Nobody 'Till Somebody Loves You
Zing Went The Strings Of My Heart
Christmas songs
All I Want For Christmas
Blue Christmas
Cool Yule
Deck The Halls
Frosty The Snowman
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
Holly Jolly Christmas
It's The Most Wonderful Time of The Year
Jingle Bells
Jingle Bell Rock
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
Little Jack Frost Get Lost
Marshmallow World
Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree
Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
Show Me The Magic
Sleigh Ride
Snow (From White Christmas)
The Christmas Song
The Christmas Waltz
The Man With The Bag
White Christmas
Winter Wonderland
Dave's Prices
Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.
Standard Prices
| Performance duration | Price | |
| Short performance (up to 15 min) | £100 | |
| Up to 1 hour | £260 | |
| Up to 2 hours | £340 | |
| Up to 3 hours | £415 |
Packages
Drinks reception
Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception
£375
Drinks reception
Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception
£500
Wedding ceremony
This includes 2 x 45 mins sets
- 2 x 45 min performances at the drinks reception.
- 2 x 45 min performances as dinner is being served.
£565
Drinks reception
Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception
£625
Customer questions
What do your clients love most about your performances?
From the feedback I have received, my clients love the way I interact with the crowd. I try to be extremely mindful of personal space and love to tease and play with the audience whilst not making anyone feel uncomfortable. I'm at my best when I get the walk through the guests and engage with them on a personal level.
Which venues have you performed at in the past?
I have performed at venues all over the UK but mostly in the London and Essex regions. Venues range from cosy resturants like D4100 in South London, to festivals, and top hotels and wedding venues.
Which artists have you been most influenced by?
I take influences from all of the jazz and big band legends but Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole are the main influences when it comes to my singing and performances. That said, I do love what the likes of Harry Connick Jr, Michael Buble and Jamie Cullum have brought to the genre.
What is the most high profile gig you've performed?
Being brought on board to sing at John Lewis events around London is definitely a sign that my profile is on the rise!
What if my timings change after I've booked you?
I always try our best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let us know. As long as there is no clash with another booking we will definitely be able so come to some arrangement.
Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?
This is a really popular request and can be arranged. There will be an additional cost.
How much time do you need to set up?
The depends on the scale of the gig and the equipment required. For a smaller set up, a maximum of 30 mins will be needed to be on the safe side.
Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?
I'm definitely happy to chat through and make sure we find what works for you and your event and ensure that those special songs you love are included. But rest assured, my set lists are always crafted from countless performances and learning what works with different types of audiences,
Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?
I do. However, if you have a separately booked DJ it might be more make more sense to use their equipment. This can be discussed between myself and the DJ to find the best solution.
Can you learn specific pieces before the event?
Providing the song is the right genre, there is enough time for me to get hold of the track and learn the song satisfactorily before the event then I am absolutely more than happy to do so.
Musicianship
Genres:
Swing, Jazz, Cabaret, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, Easy listening, Vintage, Covers, Tribute
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Event types:
Private event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Songwriter, Actor, Perfect pitch, MC
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