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Jonathan Woodward-Yeshvekar Demo (Yorkshire Singer and Acoustic Musician)

Jonathan Woodward-Yeshvekar Music - Folk Song Demos

About Jonathan

Singer-guitarist and violinist, 10 years experience in a folk wedding band. Great entertainer, guaranteed to make your event unforgettable!

Singer

Leeds

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Music has been my passion for as long as I remember. I picked up the violin at the age of seven, studying to Grade 7 certification. Over the years, I expanded my repertoire to include the mandolin and guitar. Whether it is the heartfelt melodies of Celtic music or the timeless appeal of pop classics, I love bringing music to life in a way that resonates with people. For over a decade I played in a wedding band, performing at countless celebrations and special events. When my bandmates moved on to pursue their PhDs, I decided to keep the music going as a solo artist. With 15 years of performing experience, I know how to set the perfect atmosphere. Whether you are looking for a subtle, background musician or a lively entertainer to get the crowd involved. I tailor every performance to suit your needs, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable experience for you and your guests. Let's make your special day truly magical with music that speaks to the heart!

Jonathan's Reviews

Jonathan was amazing! He tailored songs perfectly to our style, including a beautiful acoustic versions of our favourite songs. He kept the energy high with humour and great music. Our guests loved him, and so did we!

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Jonathan's Song list

500 Miles – The Proclaimers

All the Small Things – Blink-182

Angels – Robbie Williams

Baby Can I Hold You – Tracy Chapman

Baby I Love You – Ramones

Baby Now That I've Found You – The Foundations

Bad Dreams – Teddy Swims

Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison

Can't Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley

Can't Take My Eyes Off You – Frankie Valli

Dreams – Cranberries

Eight Days a Week – The Beatles

Everywhere – Fleetwood Mac

First Cut Is the Deepest – Cat Stevens

Friday I’m in Love – Kate Rusby (The Cure)

Grace – Lewis Capaldi

Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles

Hey Jude – The Beatles

How Deep Is Your Love – Bee Gees (Jacob Collier)

I Will – The Beatles

I'm on Fire – Bruce Springsteen

In My Life – The Beatles

Is This Love – Bob Marley

Lean on Me – Bill Withers

Make You Feel My Love – Adele (Bob Dylan)

Murder on the Dance Floor – Sophie Ellis-Bextor

My Loved Mine All Mine – Mitski

My Universe – Coldplay

Paint My Love – Michael Learns to Rock

Pretty Woman – Roy Orbison

Romeo and Juliet – Dire Straits

She's the One – Robbie Williams

Till There Was You – The Beatles

True Colors – Eva Cassidy

Uptown Girl – Billy Joel

Valerie – The Zutons

When You Say Nothing at All – Ronan Keating

Whenever, Wherever – Shakira

Yellow – Coldplay

You Got It – Roy Orbison

Your Song – Elton John

Motown/Soul

Baby Now That I've Found You – The Foundations

Can't Hurry Love – The Supremes

How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You) – Marvin Gaye

Lean on Me – Bill Withers

My Girl – The Temptations

These Arms of Mine – Otis Redding

You Send Me – Sam Cooke

Folk/Country

Ae Fond Kiss – Rachel Sermanni (Robert Burns)

Amsterdam – Gregory Alan Isakov

Boulder to Birmingham – Emmylou Harris

Dirty Old Town – The Dubliners

Galway Girl – Steve Earle

I Know You by Heart – Eva Cassidy

I Thought I Was a Child – Jackson Browne

If I Needed You – Townes Van Zandt

I’m Not the Season – Fleet Foxes

Leaving of Liverpool – The Pogues

My Love Is Like a Red, Red Rose – Eva Cassidy (Robert Burns)

Planets – Kate Rusby

San Luis – Gregory Alan Isakov

Someone You’d Admire – Fleet Foxes

Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond

That Moon Song – Gregory Alan Isakov

The Isle of Eigg – Katherine Priddy

The Lark – Kate Rusby

The Spell of the Lilac Bloom – Ruth Moody

There by Your Side – Milk Carton Kids

Wild Mountain Thyme – Kate Rusby (Robert Burns)

Wild Wild Love – Reed Foehl

Wildflowers – Wailin’ Jennys (Tom Petty)

Jonathan's Prices

Last updated: 2025

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Duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£100
Up to 1 hour	£175
Up to 2 hours	£280
Up to 3 hours	£370

Musicianship

Genres:

Folk, Country, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Pop, Acoustic, Ambient pop, Covers, Motown, Vintage, Easy listening, Light music

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Instruments:

Singer, Guitar, Mandolin

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Event types:

Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Recording session, Burns night, Birthday party

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Other skills:

Fluent improviser, Live looping

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