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Jen Douglas

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Violinist with a wealth of experience performing around the UK and Internationally for Theatre, Film, Weddings, Luxury and Corporate Events
Violinist
East Sussex
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Jen is a violinist and electric violinist based in London and the South East. Jen has a wealth of experience performing in theatre, weddings, luxury events and corporate events in and around the UK and all over the world. Her works has taken her from Canada, The Caribbean, the Middle East, Europe and as far as Australia and Tasmania! Along with her international work, Jen has worked extensively in Musical Theatre, touring all No.1 UK Theatres and working in the West End in shows such as Sister Act, Fiddler On The Roof, The Wizard of Oz, Chess and Joseph and His Technicolor Dreamcoat to name a few. Along with her solo work, Jen plays with London’s top ceilidh band specialising in Scottish and Irish folk music and also plays with the UK’s first string quartet with beatboxer performing all the latest chart hits. Wether you are looking for an intimate classical ceremony, an upbeat pop set for a drinks reception or setting the perfect background atmosphere as guests are mingling, Jen will tailor her music to add that bespoke touch to your event. No query is too small, please do ask. For weddings, Jen usually provides music for the ceremony, drinks reception and/or the wedding breakfast. Jen has been influenced by all styles of music and can perform everything from classical, pop, r&b, folk, musical theatre and jazz. Jen can provide her own compact PA system to play backing tracks through and it can also amplify the violin for larger spaces. You can choose from acoustic and electric violin or a mixture of both for your event.

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Jen's Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Martin J
1 year ago
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4.8 out of 5

Jen was fantastic every step of the way, super accommodating with learning pieces for us, professional on the day and her playing was absolutely excellent. Would recommend 100%, thank you Jen!

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Jasmine D
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Jennifer was amazing. All my guests loved her 😊 thank you Jennifer x

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Jem R
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

A lovely musician who added the perfect atmosphere to our event. Very professional with fantastic communication and adaption to our requests!

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Maxine G
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Jennifer was amazing and Im so pleased I booked her for my daughters wedding. I would highly recommend.

Reply from Jen
1 year ago

Thank you so much for your kind words and it was a pleasure provide music for the wedding ceremony.

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Carly R
6 years ago, for a Concert in Eastbourne
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5 out of 5

Have seen Tom on numerous occasions and cannot recommend him highly enough. He has a wonderful stage presence and always makes time for everyone who comes to see him. 5 stars just don’t do him or his band justice. Simply amazing. 5 Stars

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Dianne G
7 years ago, for a Private event in Herstmonceux
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5 out of 5

“When I first saw Tom, he was booked as the Teenage Crooner and I was so amazed at his talent and style and how he appealed to all age groups, I immediately booked him for a private function. Neither I nor my guests were disappointed and as the years have gone on he has got better and better becoming a staunch professional and not just as a 'crooner' but as an entertainer. I have been to several of his gigs and can only say that as his voice has got stronger, his repertoire larger, it gets harder and harder to book seats which shows just how high his popularity is and deservedly so as well. I would have no problem with recommending Tom to any of my friends or indeed to anybody in the leisure industry who is looking for a talented and professional singer to entertain their customers.”

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Jen's Song list

CLASSICAL REPERTOIRE
BACH - Air on a G String
BACH -Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring
BACH - Sheep May Safely Graze
BACH/GOUNOD - Ave Maria
BEETHOVEN - Ode to Joy
DEBUSSY - Claire de Lune
ELGAR - Salut d'Amour
ELGAR - Chanson de Matin
ELGAR - Chanson de Nuit
FAURE- Pavane
FAURE - Berceuse Op. 16
HANDEL - Hornpipe in D
HANDEL - Royal Fireworks Suite
HOLST - Theme of Jupiter
MASSENET - Meditation
MENDELSSOHN - Wedding March
MORRICONE - Gabriel's Oboe
PACHELBEL - Canon in D
OFFENBACH - Barcarolle
VIVALDI - Spring
POP REPERTOIRE
ADELE - Make You Feel My Love
BEN HOWARD - Only Love
BILL WITHERS - Just The Two Of Us
BRUNO MARS - Just The Way You Are
BRUNO MARS - Marry You
CALLUM SCOTT - You Are The Reason
CALLUM SCOTT - Dancing On My Own
CAMILA CABELLO - Havana
CHARLIE PUTH - Attention
CHRISTINA PARRI - A Thousand Years
CLEAN BANDIT - Rather Be
COLDPLAY - Everglow
COLDPLAY - Paradise
COLDPLAY - Viva La Vida
DES'REE - Kissing You
DJ KHALED, RIHANNA -Wild Thoughts
DUA LIPA - Dance The Night
DUA LIPA - Cold Heart
ED SHEERAN - Thinking Out Loud
ED SHEERAN - Perfect
ED SHEERAN - Photograph
ELLIE GOULDING - Love Me Like You Do
ETTA JAMES - At Last
HARRY STYLES - Watermelon Sugar
JACK JOHNSON - Better Together
JAMES ARTHUR - Falling Like The Stars
JASON MRAZ - I'm Yours
JOHN LEGEND - All Of Me
JOHN LEGEND - Ordinary People
JUSTIN BIEBER - Love Yourself
LOUIS ARMSTRONG - What a Wonderful World
LOUIS FONSI - Despacito
MILEY CYRUS - Flowers
ONE REPUBLIC - Counting Stars
RUFUS WAINWRIGHT - Hallelujah
SABRINA CARPENTER - Espresso
SABRINA CARPENTER - Please Please Please
SAM SMITH - Stay With Me
SIA - Chandelier
SLEEPING AT LAST - Turning Page
STING - Englishman In New York
TAYLOR SWIFT - Wildest Dreams
TEDDY SWIMS - Lose Control
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Adding that bespoke touch to each and every event. I tailor all events to what you would like personally on the day and I’m always very flexible.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

I have performed all over the world at prestigious venues including The Dorchester, Monte Carlo Casino Theatre, Harrods, RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Sofitel Berlin, Princess of Wales Theatre Toronto, The Langham, The NED, 100 Club, Royal Festival Hall, all no.1 UK Theatres, Natural History Museum, The Roundhouse, Grovsenor House, ITV and BBC Studios

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

I have always listened to an array of different styles of music from folk, jazz, gypsy jazz, classical, pop and r&b music. All of these styles of music have influenced my playing and I am able to easily adapt my playing style to different genres of music

Do you have different line-up options?

My line up is solo acoustic violin, amplified violin with backing tracks, electric violin with backing tracks. You can have a mixture of all for your event, or whichever suits your event best.

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

I always try my best to be flexible to help insure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let me know with enough notice. If there is a significant change in playing time then we can take another look at costs and try and accommodate the changes.

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually arrive 45 minutes prior to my playing time and will need 30 minutes to set up my PA and sound check. It’s a small PA so doesn’t take much time at all to set up.

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

Yes absolutely! I personally tailor my set lists to what you would like musically and I am very flexible in regards to being led by the type of style or mood you would like on the day.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, I provide absolutely everything! Only thing I will need is a plug socket nearby.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes that is no problem at all. I just ask to be given 1 months notice of the pieces you would like. You can choose a maximum of 3 songs that you love and this is included in my wedding ceremony package.
Musicianship
Genres:
Classical, Jazz, Folk, Pop, Rock, Electronic, Classical crossover, Contemporary classical, Musical theatre, Ambient, Ceillidh, Country, Traditional English folk, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Acoustic, Covers, Ambient pop, Scottish music, Film / TV music, Bluegrass, Easy listening
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Event types:
Church service, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue 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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Other skills:
Actor, Dancer, Fluent sight-reader, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching
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