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Elegant and sophisticated vocal jazz collective for private and corporate entertainment, weddings, and classy events!

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London

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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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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!

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”.

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£125
Up to 1 hour	£250
Up to 2 hours	£500
Up to 3 hours	£750

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

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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Instruments:

Singer, Guitar, Double bass, Tenor saxophone, Alto saxophone, Drums, Trumpet, Trombone, Keyboard, Piano

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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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