Gypsy jazz band

Skylark Trio

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About Skylark Trio

Gypsy Jazz, Swing and Jazz, from a charming, accomplished trio!
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Gypsy jazz band
London
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Skylark Trio is a band featuring some of the UK's most active and accomplished acoustic chamber jazz musicians. Critically acclaimed Violinist Tobie Medland has performed across the world, and is recognised as a leading figure on the home-grown scene. Tobie hand-picks the best guitarist and double bassist for each gig, from a poole of some of the country (and world's) finest musicians of the style. Skylark Trio perform music inspired by the great Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grapelli, as well as jazz standards, bossa nova, and popular classics. They are charming, sophisticated, warm-hearted and liberal: a perfect choice for weddings and events which need a touch of class but don't want to appear stuffy; couples that would like a queer-led band to help everyone feel at ease; or concerts and events that require some of the UK's most accomplished jazz musicians to perform.

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Genres:
Gypsy jazz, Christmas, Classical crossover, Contemporary classical, Classical, 1940s era music, 1930s era music, 1920s era music, Jazz, Blues, Latin jazz, Swing, Modern jazz, Avant garde, Light music, Originals, Acoustic, World music, Balkan, French music, Klezmer
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Event types:
Concert, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Skylark Trio's Song list

All Major Jazz, American and Gypsy Jazz standards.
Standard function pop songs inc. “Isn't She Lovely”, “September,” “Careless Whisper” “Back to Black” "Life on Mars" "How Deep is Your Love" "Bright Eyes" “everybody wants to be a cat” etc...
A variety of Balkan, Klezmer and traditional Folk music.
Happy to play any music you request.
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

The fun, enthusiastic, but sophisticated style.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Vortex Jazz Club, LSO St. Luke’s, Leeds Town Hall, Birmingham Symphony Hall, 606 Jazz Club, Crazy Coqs Soho, Matt And Phreds, Ronnie Scott’s, Fairfield Halls, Mostar Gipsy Festival, Ruby’s Dalston, Signature Brew, Various others.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Django Reinhardt

Do you have different line-up options?

Trio: violin, guitar, bass. Quartet: violin, guitar, guitar, bass. Quartet; violin, -choice instrument-, guitar, bass. We can put any band you are after together, as long as it contains a violin and a bass!

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

We are generally flexible, unless we have another gig in the same day! Just let us know about changes as soon as you can.

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

Yes, either play list or DJ - DJ service would be an additional £300

How much time do you need to set up?

10 minutes

Can you roam around while you perform?

We can if our set up doesn’t include Double Bass. We prefer not to though as our performances iare better, sat!

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

We have our usual set list of tried and tested standards. Feel free to let us know if there’s any tunes you would like/a first dance request!

Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA & lighting) included in your quote?

Band amplification is included. DJ equipment is included. Full PA or lighting is not.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Yes, happily.

Skylark Trio's Prices

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

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Up to 1 hour£650
Up to 2 hours£750
Up to 3 hours£750
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Skylark Trio's Reviews

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Derek C
7 months ago
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5 out of 5

Skylark Trio were excellent arriving in plenty of time after efficient communication before the event. They played from the moment the formal celebration finished until we went into the wedding breakfast an hour and a half later. The music was superb and lively so everybody loved it. There were many compliments from the guests several of whom were musicians. We would definitely book them again and advise others to do so.

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Aisling G
8 months ago
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5 out of 5

Gorgeous music and a lovely group to work with.

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Anna L
1 year ago
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4.8 out of 5

Brilliant! We loved having Skylark Trio to perform at our wedding reception last weekend - set such a lovely, jolly informal feel that we were hoping for. Fantastic music and lots of praise from our wedding guests. Thanks Tobi and gang!

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Charlotte M
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5 out of 5

Great- professional, good communication and arrived on time, would book again.

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