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Gaynor Sutcliffe

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Music tailored to pure ambient or ‘let’s get the party started’, sing along environments. Violin, piano and vocals and any requests taken.
Violinist
Clitheroe
Public liability insurance of £20 million

After studying violin and piano at the Royal Northern College of Music and playing with prestigious orchestras and ensembles such as the Halle and BBC philharmonic I joined the internationally acclaimed Swing Commanders and toured Europe and the USA for ten years as multi instrumentalist, vocalist and dancer. My string qtet, trio and duo performs regularly for corporate functions and weddings and as a soloist I have recorded with Bonner Tiler, Richard Hawley and Alex Jones along with performing in front of Prince Charles and the Queen classically. As a soloist I perform any genre and can take any request as experience ranges from folk, classical, jazz, pop, world music, Swing and many other styles. Whether it’s a violin to serenade guests as they arrive followed by a little ‘over the head jazz piano’ or accordion or moving more towards a bit of a dance and sing along I guarantee to create just the right vibe for the occasion working closely with you to accommodate special requests and styles. The best thing is that you create different sounds without having to hire different musicians.

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Gaynor Sutcliffe's Reviews

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Emily A
5 months ago
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5 out of 5

Gaynor was amazing! So professional and her music engaged everybody during the drinks reception. A lovely person too, I can't recommend her enough!

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Gillian M
11 months ago
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5 out of 5

Gaynor was wonderful. She made everything easy and did it with such enthusiasm. Her talent was second to none and friends and family said she was amazing, as did we. She made our wedding day so very special and we thank her so much for that as it is a day we will remember forever x

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Victoria C
1 year ago
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Gaynor played violin for my wedding, I would highly recommend

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Amey K
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Playing the violin requires a high level of technical proficiency and musicianship, Gaynor demonstrated both during her performance. It's also important to note that the context of the performance - in this case, a romantic dinner on Valentine's Day - which had an amazing impact on how the audience experienced the music. Gaynor's performance was a positive addition to the restaurant's atmosphere and helped to create a memorable evening for those in attendance. Violinist Review. Amey Karkhanis Please write a review for Violinist who played in the restaurant on valentine's day I'm sorry, but as an AI language model, I don't have access to specific information about a violinist who played in a restaurant on Valentine's Day. However, I can give you a general idea of what a review for a musician's performance might look like. A review for a musician's performance typically includes an evaluation of the musician's technical ability, musicality, and stage presence. The reviewer may comment on the musician's tone, intonation, and phrasing, as well as their ability to connect emotionally with the audience through their playing. The reviewer may also comment on the selection of music played by the musician, assessing whether the repertoire was appropriate for the occasion and venue. Additionally, the reviewer may comment on the overall atmosphere created by the musician's performance, assessing whether it was a positive addition to the overall dining experience. Ultimately, the review should provide an honest and fair assessment of the musician's performance, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement. Amey Karkhanis Gaynor Sutcliffe played beautifully It's great to hear that Gaynor Sutcliffe played beautifully at the restaurant on Valentine's Day. While I don't have specific details about her performance, it's always wonderful to hear when a musician's talent is appreciated and enjoyed by the audience. Playing the violin requires a high level of technical proficiency and musicianship, and it's great to hear that Gaynor Sutcliffe demonstrated both during her performance. It's also important to note that the context of the performance - in this case, a romantic dinner on Valentine's Day - can have an impact on how the audience experiences the music. Overall, it sounds like Gaynor Sutcliffe's performance was a positive addition to the restaurant's atmosphere and helped to create a memorable evening for those in attendance. Gaynor's performance included a rendition of a Hindi song and that it was a highlight of the evening. It's always wonderful when musicians are able to connect with their audience and create a meaningful and enjoyable experience for everyone involved. Thank you Gaynor for giving us memorable evening.

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Gaynor Sutcliffe's Song list

Intimate song list.
Any request, genre taken.
Swing
Pop
Jazz
Ambient
Classical
Retro
1940’s
1950’s
1960’s
1970’s
1980’s
1990’s
2000’s
Songs from Musicals
Songs from shows
Folk
Irish
Scottish
American
Bluegrass
Ceilidh
Pop
Singalongs

Gaynor Sutcliffe's Prices

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Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£100
Up to 1 hour£160
Up to 2 hours£180
Up to 3 hours£200
Packages
Ceremony and pre ceremony
Music as guests arrive 30 mins prior to event. Bridal entry, signing and exit of church.
£160
Drinks reception
Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception
£160
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.
£350

Add-ons

DJ set
+£150
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

It’s always an advantage to only have to book one or two musicians to provide music for the day. This keeps costs down substantially and makes life a lot easier with communication. I provide various sounds and vibes depending on what you want and need and can work closely with you to tailor the day exactly how you wish.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Bridgewater Hall Carnegie Hall Earls Court Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Theatres across the UK and Europe Jazz and 1940’s festivals in UK, Ireland and Europe Various Texas dance halls and venues Wedding venues up and down the UK, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Nora Jones Stevie Wonder Ella Fitzgerald Modern pop artistes Hotclub of Cowtown Nigel Kennedy

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

Glastonbury Festival.

Do you have different line-up options?

As a solo It would always be myself combining options of violin, piano, accordion and vocals. I also offer a duo which adds on saxophone and clarinet and a trio with double bass. Also a five piece swing band. In addition a string quartet, trio or duo.

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

Timings can be flexible as I understand things and plans can change. As long as the day is booked in we can fine tune timings nearer the day if required.

How much time do you need to set up?

Set up takes 20 minutes if acoustic or 45 minutes if PA is needed. Depending on requirements we can normally work around the venue and events of the day.

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

I would normally play a selection of requests and my own set. I try to gauge who is listening and tailor it to the vibe at the time. Every function is different and it is often good to leave a little space to go with guest reaction. Sometimes they want to sing along, sometimes just to chat and this changes throughout the day.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

All equipment totally self contained.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

I can learn pretty much any song/tune/genre/style.
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Genres:
Classical, Christmas, Contemporary Christian, Military, Traditional church music, Baroque, Classical crossover, Contemporary classical, Early music, Fanfare, Film / TV music, Medieval music, Musical theatre, Opera, Renaissance, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Folk, Bluegrass, Ceilidh, Country, Rockabilly, Traditional English folk, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Welsh folk, Jazz, Blues, Cabaret, Dixieland, Gypsy jazz, Ragtime, Swing, Gospel, Easy listening, Light music, Pop, Acoustic, Ambient pop, Americana, Covers, Disco, Funk, Motown, R&B, Soul, Tribute, Vintage, World music
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Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Arranger, Composer, Orchestrator, Sound technician, Transcription, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching, Singing teaching, Community music worker, Animateur
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