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King of The Swingers

Is You Is Or Is You Ain't My Baby

Lullaby of Birdland - Jessica De Giudici, vocals Christian Vaughan, piano

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Versatile Italian - American Singer performing a vast repertoire including Jazz; Swing and Pop.

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Jess is a talented vocalist with over a decade of experience in live music performance having stepped on international stages such as the European Jazz Expo; Porretta Soul Festival; Roots & Blues to name but a few and performed for numerous high-end venues and events. With her retro & classy repertoire Jess is the ideal choice for moments requiring stylish background music - the arrival of guests, the drinks reception or at dinner. She pays homage to the first ladies of Jazz performing all the classics by the likes of Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Julie London and Nina Simone. And if you're planning a '50s - '60s Rock 'n' Roll party Jess will make you and your friends have a ball with the best hits of those golden years such as 'Reet Petit'; 'Rock Around The Clock', 'Great Balls of Fire' and many more! HIGHLIGHTS: *Extensive repertoire with over 500 songs *Wide selection of genres from Swing; Jazz; Rock 'N' Roll; Soul: Pop covering 10 decades of music from the 1920s through to present day *Costumes; accessories; make up and hair in the unique styles of the Eras. Perfect for Themed Events. *Special requests welcome :) Up to two new songs for free! *High quality PA system, PLI cover and backgroundmusic during the breaks included *Available as self-contained Solo with HQ Backing Tracks or in Duo with Guitarist or Pianist; Trio; Quartet or 5 Piece Jazz Band Previous and Current Venues & Clients include: - John Lewis & Partners - Snapchat - Sheraton Grand London Park Lane Mayfair - St Pancras Renaissance Hotel - Barbican - HMS Belfast - Gordon Ramsey Restaurant - Chelsea Football Club - Magic Radio - London Science Museum Recommended by BRIDES Magazine Drop Jess a line and she will tailor the perfect sets for your event!

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5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

Jess did us proud with her choice of songs and fantastic classy voice. It was exactly what we wanted for our event dedicated to WWII and to complement our 98 yrs old war veteran who gave a very entertaining talk before Jess sang. They went down a storm and Jess had the audience joining in whilst waving Union Jack flags. It was enjoyed by all with lots of positive feedback. Jess is a lovely lady and we would definitely highly recommend her.

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1 year ago

Dear Rob, thank you so much for having me singing at your event, it was a pleasure meeting you all and performing for your lovely group. All the best, Jess

5 out of 5

Jess was absolutely fantastic. So easy to communicate with prior to the event and she is HUGELY talented. She catered beautifully to all or song requests and she was a delight to listen to on the evening. I would definitely book her again.

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1 year ago

Thank you so much Debbie, both for having me and for your review :) All the best, Jess x

5 out of 5

Fantastic singer had everyone up dancing. Great voice thank you.

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1 year ago

Thank you Derren! It was a pleasure singing for your event!

5 out of 5

Jess you was amazing!!!!

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5 out of 5

Hi Jess I wanted to say thank you so much for singing at our family party yesterday. Everyone thought you were amazing and my parents were so thrilled with their surprise. You made our party so memorable and truly fantastic. Regards, Rachel

5 out of 5

Jess and the band were amazing, the perfect group for my party. They played two sets of vintage classics which fit the 40s theme perfectly. My children and I loved dancing to their sets and the older guests had just a much fun listening while sitting down.

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The's Song list

**’20s

Ain’t Misbehavin’ - Fats Waller

At Sundown

Button Up Your Overcoat - Ruth Etting

Bye By Blackbird

Down and Out - Bessie Smith

Dinah

Embraceable You - George & Ira Gershwin

How Ya Gonna Keep ’Em Down on the Farm? - Nora Bayes

I Love My Baby, (My Baby Loves Me)

I’m Looking Over a Four Leaf Clover

It Had to Be You - Jones & Kahn

I’ve Been Working On The Railroad

I Wonder Where My Baby Is Tonight

Let’s Do It (Let’s Fall in Love) - Cole Porter

Lover Come Back to Me - Billie Holiday

Mack the Knife - Weill & Brecht

Makin’ Whoopee - Ella Fitzgerald

Me & My Shadow

My Blue Heaven

Pennies From Heaven

’S Wonderful - Ella Fitzgerald

Toot Toot Tootsie Goodbye - Al Jolson

When The Saints Go Marching In

When You’re Smiling

Yes Sir That’s My Baby - Lee Morse

**’30s

A Foggy Day - George Gershwin

All of Me - Billie Holiday

All the Things You Are - Kern & Hammerstein

As Time Goes By - Herman Hupfeld

A-Tisket, A-Tasket - Ella Fitzgerald

But Not for Me - George & Ira Gershwin

Cheek To Cheek - Ella Fitzgerald

Dinah - Fats Waller

Don’t Fence Me In - Cole Porter & Robert Fletcher

Goody Goody - Ella Fitzgerald

I Get a Kick out of You - Cole Porter

I Got Rhythm - George Gershwin

I’ll Be Seeing You - Anne Shelton

It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing)

Just One of Those Things

Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off

Mad About the Boy - Dinah Washington

Minnie The Moocher - Cab Calloway

Moonlight Serenade - Glenn Miller

My Funny Valentine - Chet Baker

Nice Work If You Can Get It - Sarah Vaughn

Night And Day - Cole Porter

On the Sunny Side of the Street - McHugh & Fields

Our Love Is Here to Stay - George & Ira Gershwin

Over The Rainbow - July Garland

Pennies from Heaven - Johnston & Burke

Puttin’ on the Ritz - Ella Fitzgerald

Summertime - Gershwin

Sweet Home Chicago

The Man I Love - Billie Holiday

The Lady is A Tramp - Rodgers/Hart

The Very Thought of You

The Way You Look Tonight

These Foolish Things - Billie Holiday

We’ll Meet Again - Vera Lynn

What a Difference a Day Makes

Why Don’t You Do Right? - Peggy Lee

You go to my Head - Ella Fitzgerald

**’40s

Amado Mio - Anita Kert Ellis

Besame Mucho - Consuelo Velasquez

Beyond The Sea - Bobby Darin

Bewitched Bothered and Bewildered - Rodgers and Hart

Blues in The Night

C’est Si Bon - Yves Montand

Chattanooga Choo Choo - The Andrews Sisters

Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree - The Andrews Sisters

Every Time We Say Goodbye - Cole Porter

I’m Beginning To See The Light - Ella Fitzgerald

In The Mood - The Andrews Sisters

Apple Blossom Time – Anne Shelton

Is You Is or Is You Ain’t My Baby - Louis Jordan

It’s A Lovely Day Tomorrow – Vera Lynn

La Vie En Rose - Edit Piaf

Lili Marlene - Vera Lynn

Perfidia - Desi Arnaz

Quizas Quizas - Osvaldo Farres

Rum & Coca Cola - The Andrews Sisters

Sentimental Journey - Brown & Homer

Sing Sing Sing - The Andrews Sisters

Some Enchanted Evening - Rodgers and Hammerstein

The White Cliffs Of Dover – Vera Lynn

Why Don’t You Do Right - Peggy Lee

Wish Me Luck – Gracie Fields

**WW2

A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square - Vera Lynn

Bei Mir Bist Du Shon -The Andrews Sisters

Bless ’em All / We’re Gonna Hang Up Our Washing / Kiss Me Goodnight Sergeant Major medley - Vera Lynn

Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy - The Andrews Sisters

Don’t Fence Me in - The Andrews Sisters

Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree - The Andrews Sisters

Everytime We Say Goodbye

I’ll Be With You In Apple Blossom Time – Anne Shelton

It’s A lovely Day Tomorrow - Vera Lynn

It’s A Long Way To Tipperary

Lili Marlene - Vera Lynn

Now is The Hour - Vera Lynn

Rum & Coca Cola - The Andrews Sisters

Sentimental Journey

Shoo Shoo Baby - The Andrews Sisters

The White Cliffs Of Dover – Vera Lynn

Tico Tico - The Andrews Sisters

We’ll Meet Again – Vera Lynn

When The Lights Go On Again – Vera Lynn

Wish Me Luck – Gracie Fields

**’50s

Autumn Leaves - Edith Piaf

Black Coffee - Peggy Lee

Blue Moon - Ella Fitzgerald

Blues Suede Shoes - Elvis Presley

Bye Bye Love - Everly Brothers

Cry Me a River - July London

Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend - Marylin Monroe

Diana - Paul Anka

Everyday - Buddy Holly

Every Time We Say Goodbye – Ella Fitzgerald

Fever - Peggy Lee

Fly Me To The Moon - Bart Howard

Folsom Prison Blues - Johnny Cash

Great Balls Of Fire - Jerry Lee Lewis

I Get A Kick Out of You - Frank Sinatra

I Got A Woman - Ray Charles

I’ve Got You Under My Skin - Frank Sinatra

Johnny Be Good - Chuck Berry

Hound Dog - Elvis Presley

I Wanna Be Loved By You - Marylin Monroe

Lipstick on Your Collar - Connie Francis

Love Me or Leave Me - Nina Simone

Love Me Tender - Elvis Presley

Lulluby of Birdland

Mack The Knife - Bobby Darin

Misty - Errol Garner - Knight Gladys

My Baby Just Cares for Me - Nina Simone

My Heart Belongs to Daddy - Ella Fitzerald

Oh Boy - Buddy Holly

Oh Carol - Neil Sedaka

Only You - The Platters

On The Sunny Side of The Street - Frankie Laine

Peggy Sue - Buddy Holly

Que Sera’Sera’ - Doris Day

Reet Petite (The Finest Girl You Ever Want to Meet )- Jackie Wilson

Rock Around The Clock - Bill Haley & The Comets

Singin’ In The Rain - Gene Kelly

Sixteen Tons - Tennessee Ernie Ford

Smile - Nat King Cole

Stupid Cupid - Connie Francis

Sway - Dean Martin

That’s amore - Dean Martin

Under My Skin - Frank Sinatra

Unforgettable - Nat King Cole

Wake Up Little Susie - The Everly Brothers

Whatever Lola Wants - Sarah Vaughan

Whole Lotta Shakin’ Going On - Jerry Lee Lewis

Why Do Fools Fall In Love - Frankie Lymon

You Are My Destiny - Paul Anka

**’60s

All Shook Up - Elvis Presley

At Last - Etta James

Be My Baby - The Ronettes

Big Spender - Shirley Bassey

Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison

Can’t Buy Me Love - The Beatles

Can’t Take My Eyes Off You - Andy Williams

Come Together - The Beatles

Dear Prudence - The Beatles

Don’t Let Me Down - The Beatles

Feelin’ Good - Nina Simone

Georgia - Ray Charles

Hit the Road Jack - Ray Charles

I Can’t Get No Satisfaction - The Rolling Stones

I’m a Believer - The Monkees

I Want a Little Sugar in My Bowl - Nina Simone

I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Beatles

I Would Rather Go Blind - Etta James

Jumpin’ Jack Flash - The Rolling Stones

Love Me Do - The Beatles

L.O.V. E. - Natalie Cole

Let’s Face The Music and Dance - Nat King Cole

Let’s Twist Again - Chubby Checker

Mambo Italiano - Rosemary Clooney

Midnight Hour - Wilson Pickett

Moon River - Andy Williams

Mustang Sally - Wilson Pickett

Ring of Fire - Johnny Cash

The Midnight Special - Creedence Clearwater Revival

My Girl - The Temptations

My Way - Frank Sinatra

Natural Woman - Aretha Franklin

People Get Ready - Aretha Franklin

Please Mr Postman - The Beatles

Proud Mary - Creedence Clearwater Revival

Raindrops Fallin’ On My Head - Burt Bacharach

Respect (Think) - Aretha Franklin

Rock N Roll Music - The Beatles

Route 66 - The Rolling Stones

’Round Midnight - Julie London

Son of a Preacher Man - Dusty Springfield

Scarborough Fair - Simon & Garfunkel

Sentimental Journey - Doris Day

She’s A Rainbow - The Rolling Stones

Stand By Me - Ben E. King

The Girl from Ipanema

Then He Kissed Me - The Crystals

These Boots - Nancy Sinatra

The Shadow of your Smile - Barbra Streisand

Ticket To Ride - The Beatles

Turtle Blues - Janis Joplin

Twist And Shout - The Beatles

Walking The Dog - The Rolling Stones

What A Difference A Day Makes - Bobby Darin

Wild Thing - The Troggs

Wishin’ & Hopin’ - Dusty Springfield

Yellow Submarine - The Beatles

You Can’t Always Get What You Want - The Rolling Stones

You Really Got Me - The Kinks

You’re The Devil In Disguise - Elvis Presley

You’ve Got To Hide Your Love Away - The Beatles

**’70s

Ain’t No Sunshine - Billy Withers

All That Jazz

American Pie - Don McLean

A Message To You Rudy - The Specials

Cabaret - Lisa Minelli

Heart of Glass - Blondie

Let’s Stay Together - Al Green

The Way You Are - Billy Joel

**’90s - '00s

Treat Her Right - The Committments

The Mambo Craze - De Phazz

A Night Like This - Caro Emerald

Back It Up - Caro Emerald

Back to Black - Amy Winehouse

Big Bad Handsome Man - Imelda May

Come Away With Me - Norah Jones

Dance Me To The End Of Love - Madeleine Peyroux

Don’t Wait Too Long - Madeleine Peyroux

Don’t Know Why - Norah Jones

In These Shoes - Bette Midler

Love is a Losing Game - Amy Winehouse

Mercy - Duffy

Our Day Will Come - Amy Winehouse

Rehab - Amy Winehouse

Stronger Than Me - Amy Winehouse

To Know Him Is To Love Him - Amy Winehouse

Turn Me On - Norah Jones

Valerie - Amy Winehouse

Worrisome Heart - Melody Gardot

You Know I’m No Good - Amy Winehouse

Your Heart Is As Black As Night - Melody Gardot

**2010-Today

All About That Bass – Postmodern Jukebox

Badromance – Postmodern Jukebox

Big Bad Handsome Man - Imelda May

Burn – Postmodern Jukebox

Call Me Maybe – Postmodern Jukebox

Careless Whisper - Postmodern Jukebox

Gangsta’s Paradise - Postmodern Jukebox

Inside Out - Imelda May

Liquid Lunch - Caro Emerald

Love Yourself - Postmodern Jukebox

Material Gir - Postmodern Jukebox

Not the Only One - Postmodern Jukebox

Tainted Love - Imelda May

That Man - Caro Emerald

The Lipstick On His Collar - Caro Emerald

Toxic - Postmodern Jukebox

Wiggle - Postmodern Jukebox

Young and Beautiful - Postmodern Jukebox

Stuck - Caro Emerald

Wiggle – Postmodern Jukebox

**JAMES BOND’S

All Time High

Another Way to Die - Jack White & Alicia Keys

Diamonds Are Forever - Shirley Bassey

For Your Eyes Only - Sheena Easton

From Russia With Love - Matt Monro

Goldeneye - Tina Turner

Goldfinger - Shirley Bassey

Licence to Kill - Gladys Knight

Live an Let Die - Paul McCartney & Wings

Moonraker - Shirley Bassey

Nobody Does It Better - Carly Simon

Skyfall - Adele

Surrender - J.D. Lang

The Living Daylights - A-Ha

The Man With The Golden Gun - Lulu

The World is Not Enough - Garbage

Thunderball - Tom Jones

Tomorrow Never Dies

We Have All The Time In The World - Louis Armstrong

Writing’s on the Wall - Sam Smith

You Know My Name - Chris Cornell

You Only Live Twice - Nancy Sinatra

**CHRISTMAS

Fairytale Of New York

Frosty, The Snowman - Ella Fitzgerald

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas - Frank Sinatra

I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus

I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday

Jingle Bell Rock - Bobby Helms

Let it Snow! - Dean Martin

Merry Christmas Baby - Charles Brown

Merry Christmas Everyone

Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree

Rudolph the Rednosed Reindeer

Santa Baby - Eartha Kitt

Santa Clause Is Comeing To Town

The Christmas Song - Ella Fitzgerald

The Little Drummer Boy - John Denver

The Secret of Christmas - Ella Fitzgerald

Winter Wonderland

White Christmas

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Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£250
Up to 1 hour	£375
Up to 2 hours	£500
Up to 3 hours	£625

Customer questions

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

I always try my best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. As sometimes I can get two booking on the same day (ie. one at lunchtime and one in the evening) please do let me know as soon as possible about any change in the timings :)

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

Absolutely. This is a really popular request and I actually offer this service for free!

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually set up about 45 minutes to 1 hour before the performance time. As soon as my PA is set up I can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere and get your guests ready for the live performance ;)

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

My set lists are crafted from countless performances and learning what works best to ensure guests have an amazing time. However, I am definitely happy to chat through and make sure we find what works for your event.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, absolutely! I bring my own equipment and all that is needed for the performance :)

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

If there is a special song you'd like me to learn I am happy to do this for you provided the existance of an High quality backing track and provided it suits my vocal range. There is a fee of £30 for this to take into account rehearsal times and the purchase of a HQ backing track.

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My clients love the variety of music I can provide. I cover 10 decades of music from the 1920s to todays music as I love variety! And I sing most genres such as Jazz; Swing; Pop; Rock & Roll; Blues so there is really something for everyone :)

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel, London Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, Mayfair Bloomsbury Club - Bloomsbury, London Gordon Ramsey Restaurant - Chelsea, London Primobar - Westminster, London The Courtyard Theather, London HMS Belfast. London Hoxley & Porter - Islington, London The Bitter Sling - Mayfair Peyote Restaurant - Mayfair, London

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

The great Jazz Ladies of the past such as Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan are a great influence. I however love many different styles so I would say Etta James and well as Freddie Mercury; Cassandra Wilson and Elvis and the list could go on and on :)

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

I toured this year in Italy together with my 5 piece Jazz & Swing Jazz Band and we played in some prestigious jazz clubs and theathers.

Musicianship

Genres:

Jazz, Blues, Swing, Postmodern jukebox jazz, Christmas, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, Easy listening, Light music, Vintage, Covers, Rock 'n' Roll, Italian music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Cabaret, Gypsy jazz, Latin jazz, Modern jazz, Pop, Acoustic, Ambient pop, Americana, Funk, Funk rock, Motown, Soul, Tribute, Rock, Alternative rock, Britpop, Classic rock, Indie, Pop rock, Punk rock, Latin, Spanish music, French music

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Instruments:

Singer, Singer (alto), Singer (contralto)

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Event types:

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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Other skills:

Fluent improviser

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