Book Sorcha May, Singing guitarist in Paisley

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About Sorcha

Sorcha is a Glasgow based acoustic artist, performing a variety of pop, folk, country and R&B covers in her own unique acoustic style.

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Singing guitarist

Paisley

Hello! I'm Sorcha, a singer and guitarist from Paisley. I studied music at Douglas Academy Music School and then went on to get a degree in music and Spanish (yes, strange combination) from Glasgow University. Whilst at university I had a weekly slot at Booly Mardys in the West End of Glasgow where I would play for a few hours on a Sunday evening. My acoustic set was incredibly mixed, including songs like 'Fever' by Peggy Lee, some Paolo Nutini, and sometimes 'Teenage Dirtbag' by Wheatus (depending on the crowd). More often that not I was background music, so would play some well known songs for people to enjoy while they chatted over a drink. I also have experience performing in a concert style. I have toured around Scotland as a singer-songwriter, headlining venues such as King Tuts and Oran Mor. I have also performed at several corporate events, charity nights and weddings. I enjoy tailoring my set list to the event I am performing at, and am more than happy for you to choose whatever songs you'd like me to perform. In the past I have been asked to learn specific songs for first dances and for brides walking down the aisle. If you would like to know any more, please do not hesitate to contact me, and I look forward to playing for you soon!

Performance details

I can perform outdoors

I have a car I can use to travel to gigs

I require car parking close to venues

I can perform while walking around a venue

Musicianship

Genres:

Acoustic, Easy listening, Originals, Pop, Covers, Top 40, Pop rock

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Instruments:

Singing guitarist

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Event types:

Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve

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Other skills:

Songwriter

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Song list

Adele - Make You Fell My Love

Adele - Someone Like You

Adele - When We Were Young

Amos Lee - Sweet Pea

Amy MacDonald - Mr Rock & Roll

Amy MacDonald - This Is the Life

Amy Winehouse - Rehab

Arctic Monkeys - Baby I’m Yours

Beyonce - Crazy In Love

Billy Joel - Vienna

Bob Dylan - Mr Tambourine Man

Bruno Mars - Just The Way You Are

Bruno Mars - Marry You

Colbie Caillat - Bubbly

Coldplay - Fix You

Coldplay - Viva La Vida

Coldplay - Yellow

Christina Perri - A Thousand Years

David Gray - Babylon

Dougie McLean - Caledonia

Duffy - Mercy

Ed Sheeran - Kiss Me

Ed Sheeran - Perfect

Ed Sheeran - Shape of You

Ed Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud

Ellie Goulding - How Long Will I love You

Elton John - Benny and the Jets

Elton John - Your Song

Elvis - Can’t Help Falling in Love With You

Eva Cassidy - Time After Time

Fleetwood Mac - Dreams

Fleetwood Mac - Songbird

Florence and the Machine - You’ve Got the Love

Foster the People - Pumped Up Kicks

Frank Sinatra - Fly Me To the Moon

Frank Sinatra - The Way You Look Tonight

George Ezra - Budapest

George Ezra - Paradise

James Morrison - You Make It Real

Jason Mraz - I’m Yours

Jason Mraz - I Won’t Give Up

John Legend - All Of Me

Johnny Cash - Folsom Prison Blues

Katie Melua - Closest Thing To Crazy

Kodaline - The One

KT Tunstall - Black Horse and a Cherry Tree

Lady Gaga - You and I

Lady Antebellum - Just a Kiss

Lana Del Rey - Video Games

Lenka - The Show

Lonestar - Amazed

Maroon 5 - This Love

Michael Buble - Everything

Mumford and Sons - I Will Wait

Mumford and Sons - Little Lion Man

Nat King Cole - L O V E

Natalie Imbruglia - Torn

Norah Jones - Come Away With Me

Norah Jones - Sunrise

Oasis - Don’t Look Back in Anger

Paolo Nutini - Candy

Paolo Nutini - Iron Sky

Paolo Nutini - Last Request

Paul Weller - Broken Stones

Peggy Lee - Fever

Shania Twain - You’re Still The One

Sixpence None The Richer - Kiss Me

Sleeping At Last - Turning Page

Stealers Wheel - Stuck in the Middle With You

Stevie Wonder - For Once In My Life

Stevie Wonder - Superstition

The Beach Boys - God Only Knows

The Beatles - Something

The Killers - Human

The Lumineers - Ho Hey

TLC - No Scrubs

TLC - Waterfalls

Train - Drops of Jupiter

Train - Hey Soul Sister

Van Morrison - Brown Eyed Girl

Van Morrison - Have I Told You Lately

Vance Joy - Riptide

Wheatus - Teenage Dirtbag

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Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My clients love the range of songs that I sing. I can perform genres such as traditional Scottish music, pop music, r&b and a few jazz numbers.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

I have performed in venues such as: King Tut's, Oran Mor, Booly Mardys, The Record Factory, The Lemon Tree, Crossbasket Castle, The Dalriada, House for an Art Lover, Renfrew Town Hall, The O2 (London).

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

I always try my best to ensure that your event runs smoothly. If timings change slightly then please give me as much notice as you can so that I can arrange for this.

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

I don't usually provide any other music other than the set I sing and play on guitar. If you would like me to bring Ipod music, I could look into this for you.

How much time do you need to set up?

I need about 30mins to set up, but always aim to arrive 1 hour before I play.

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

Of course! Choose as many songs as you like, and if there are any that you'd like me to add in then I'll do my best to sing them too.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

I have my own guitar, however I currently hire out a PA system for my gigs, therefore I'd appreciate a bit of notice if a PA is required.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Of course! I try to include as many songs as you'd like me to play. Please remember to give me enough time to learn and prepare it so that it sounds good on the day.

Prices

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

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£75
Up to 1 hour	£160
Up to 2 hours	£300
Up to 3 hours	£400

Wedding Ceremony

Music as guests arrive, a song to walk bride/groom down the aisle, music whilst couple are signing the register, music as guests leave the ceremony. Couple can choose specific songs that they would like to be played at each point during the ceremony.

£250

Personalised Music Message

Book me to create a unique music video for you to send to a friend as a gift. This could be a birthday message, first dance song for a wedding anniversary, or just your friend's favourite song to cheer them up.

£15

Reviews

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Julia K, 1 year ago

I organised a birthday party for my dad in our local pub and hired Sorcha to come and sing a few songs for us. She was very professional, and sang a real mix of songs for all ages to enjoy. The party was a great success and I'd definitely hire her again.

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Kirsty T, 1 year ago

We booked Sorcha to sing as I walked down the aisle with my dad and she was perfect. She listened to what we wanted and sang our chosen song with emotion. Her voice is soft and romantic setting the tone for the day. She was easy to work with and sang the chorus an extra time as it took longer for the bridesmaids to walk down the aisle than expected - allowing me to walk down to my favourite lyric.