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Elegant and sophisticated vocal jazz collective for private and corporate entertainment, weddings, and classy events!
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Isleworth
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'G and the Jazz Ambassadors' is a professional, top-class 2–5-piece jazz band with sophisticated vocals specialising in swing and Brazilian music for weddings, cocktail parties, corporate or private events, and reception drinks. Group size can vary from a duo to a sextet to suit a medium-size event (50-80 people). The repertoire consists of classic jazz standards from 'The Great American Songbook' made famous by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Anita O'Day, Sarah Vaughan, Billie Holiday, Nat King Cole, Michael Bublé, etc., including timeless tunes like 'Fly Me to the Moon,' 'Summertime,' 'The Way You Look Tonight,' 'Nearness of You,' 'My One and Only Love', etc. The repertoire also features lively Brazilian songs by A.C. Jobim, such as 'The Girl from Ipanema',' Desafinado,' One note Samba', 'Chega de Saudade', 'Corcovado' etc. and vocaleses such as 'Moody's Mood for Love' famously performed by Amy Winehouse, 'Twisted' etc. All band members are recent graduates with a master's degree in prestigious conservatoires in London.

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Nadine S
11 months ago, for a Private event in London
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5 out of 5

The band was punctual and professional, delivering atmospheric music that perfectly complemented our event in London. Highly recommended for their excellent performance and reliability!

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James P
1 year ago, for a Private event in London
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5 out of 5

Jazz and swing tunes transformed our private event into a memorable experience. A top choice for an amazing time!

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G's Song list

Jazz Standards:
Ain't misbehavin' - F. Waller
All the things you are -J. Kern
A little taste - D. Frishber/J. Hodges
Autumn leaves - J. Kosma
Beautiful Love - V. Young
Besame mucho - C. Velazguez
Blue Skies - I. Berlin
But not for me - G. Gershwin
Bye Bye Blackbird - R. Henderson
Cheek to cheek -I. Berlin
Don't get around much anymore - D. Ellington
Do it the hard way -R. Rogers
East of the sun - B. Bowman
Fly me to the moon - B. Howard
It could happen to you - J. Van-Heusen
Lullaby of Birdland - G. Shearing
My funny Valentine - R. Rodgers
My favourite things - J. Coltrane
Night and day - C. Porter
Pennies from heaven - A. Johnston
Shiny stockings - F. Foster
Softly as in the morning -S. Romberg
Summertime - G. Gershwin
Take the A train - B. Strayhorn
They can't take that away from me - G. Gershwin
The way you look tonight - J. Kern
The nearness of You -H. Carmichael
Brazilian tunes:
Chega de saudade (No more Blues) - A.C. Jobim
Corcovado - A.C. Jobim
Desafinado - A.C. Jobim
Dindi - A.C. Jobim
Insensatez (How insensitive) - A.C. Jobim
Meditation - A.C. Jobim
One note samba - A.C. Jobim
Once I loved- A.C. Jobim
Ballads:
Body and Soul - J. Green
Cry me a river - A. Hamilton
God bless the child - H. Holiday
In a sentimental mood - D. Ellington
Moody's mood for love - J. Moody
My One and Only Love - J. Coltrane
Round midnight - T. Monk
The man I love - G. Gershwin
Blues:
Come rain or come shine - H. Arlen
Twisted - W. Gray
Doodlin' - H. Silver
All Blues - M. Davis
Bluesette -T. Thielemans
Parker's Mood - C. Parker
Moanin' - B. Timmons
Stolen Moments - O. Nelson

G's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£125
Up to 1 hour£250
Up to 2 hours£500
Up to 3 hours£750
Packages
2-Piece Band - 2 sets x 45 minutes
Piano, and Female Vocals OR Guitar, and Female Vocals + Small PA
£562.50
2-Piece Band - 3 sets x 45 minutes
Piano, and Female Vocals OR Guitar, and Female Vocals + Small PA
£812.50
3-Piece Band - 2 sets x 45 minutes
Bass, Keyboard, and Female Vocals OR Bass, Guitar, and Female Vocals + Small PA
£843.75
4-Piece Band - 2 sets x 45 minutes
Bass, Keyboard, Drums, and Female Vocals OR Bass, Guitar, Drums, and Female Vocals + small PA
£1125
3-Piece Band - 3 sets x 45 minutes
Bass, Keyboard, and Female Vocals OR Bass, Guitar, and Female Vocals + Small PA
£1218.75
5-Piece Band - 2 sets x 45 minutes
Bass, Keyboard, Drums, Sax, and Female Vocals OR Bass, Guitar, Drums, Sax, and Female Vocals OR Bass, Drums, Female Vocals, Keyboard, and Guitar + Small PA
£1406.25
4-Piece Band - 3 sets x 45 minutes
Bass, Keyboard, Drums, and Female Vocals OR Bass, Guitar, Drums, and Female Vocals + small PA
£1625
5-Piece Band - 3 sets x 45 minutes
Bass, Keyboard, Drums, Sax, and Female Vocals OR Bass, Guitar, Drums, Sax, and Female Vocals OR Bass, Drums, Female Vocals, Keyboard, and Guitar + Small PA
£2031.25

Add-ons

Custom song request
+£100
Additional Instruments
+£250
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Stage presence, song delivery, professional/outstanding performance.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

One of the most recent highlight performances was at the Guildhall Jazz Festival, held at the Milton Concert Hall as part of the EFG London Festival, Green Note, Vortex, and Milton Concert Hall, to name a few and abroad concerts such as National Concert Hall in Dublin, Ireland, and Áras an Uachtaráin in Dublin.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Jazz artists

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

EFG London Festival 2023

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

48-hour notice is required. But we're flexible to help ensure your event runs smoothly.

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

N/A

How much time do you need to set up?

We usually require approx 30 minutes before the performance time.

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

Our set lists are well crafted from experiences and countless performances to ensure guests have the best time and memories.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Small PA for small/medium size events (50-80 people).

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes, with the additional fee of £80 for this service.
Musicianship
Genres:
Jazz, Swing, Blues, Latin jazz, Light music, Acoustic, Covers, Vintage, Bossa nova, Brazilian music
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Event types:
Corporate event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Hotel / Restaurant event, Recording session, Concert, Charity event, Private event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Arranger, Composer, Lyricist, Transcription, Fluent improviser, Singing teaching, Music therapy, Theory teaching, Instrumental teaching
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