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Zukira Duo

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About Zukira Duo

A unique and vibrant duo - cello & guitar. Multi-genre and versatile. Classical meets contemporary!
Acoustic duo
London
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We are the Zukira Duo - a unique cello and guitar duo able to perform music from a range of genres including Classical, Pop, Rock, R&B, Soul , Afrobeats and Jazz. We are flexible & versatile and regularly perform at a wide range of occasions and events. Our Ugandan heritage is a big part of our story. We are both half-Ugandan, met in Uganda in the music scene there and have played together ever since. Abbie is half English, was raised in the UK and studied at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Gavie is half-Ukrainian, was raised and trained in Uganda. His playing is strongly influenced by African contemporary/jazz music. With Zukira, our vision has been to combine the classical sonorous sound of the cello with African contemporary guitar to create an incredible musical fusion! Previous clients include: Netflix - Love is Blind Event Netflix - Bridgerton/Alicia Keys Music Video Zawe Ashton (Actress)

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Zukira Duo's Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Emmanuel O
11 days ago
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5 out of 5

Abbie and Gavie were superstars on our wedding day. We booked them super last minute but they still catered to our requests and made us and our guests feel so special. Even going above and beyond what was expected and surprising us with a personal performance. We would recommend them in a heartbeat.

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Belle D
1 month ago
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5 out of 5

Gavie & Abbie were amazing and added a great vibe to our wedding day reception drinks - I would definitely recommend!!!

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Rebecca G
1 month ago
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5 out of 5

Thank you to you both Abbie & Gavie for making our wedding day so special with your magical music, really made our day so wonderful having you both there. We loved hearing our requested songs, you were both so lovely and couldn’t have asked for more perfect accompaniment to our wedding reception. Thank you again Rebecca & William

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Molly E
6 months ago
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5 out of 5

Wow, what an amazing performance we had by 6 Strings & a Cello. Gavie and Abbie did our ceremony music and the music for our drinks reception and it was incredible. They even learnt a new song for us which was played as I walked down the aisle. I cannot recommend 6 Strings & a Cello enough. Thank you so much!

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Rafael F
10 months ago, for a Christmas party in Walthamstow
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5 out of 5

6 Strings & a Cello are an amazing duo that I've booked for several events, including Queens Jubilee afternoon tea and Christmas gatherings. They play a mix of modern and classic music flawlessly. I will continue to work with them in future and would definitely recommend them for any occasion.

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Jakiya R
1 year ago, for a Wedding in Morden Hall Rd
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5 out of 5

Hey Gavie and Abbie! I just wanted to send a huge thank you for playing at our wedding a couple of weeks ago! ☺️ It was absolutely amazing to hear the song requests being played during our ceremony and it honestly sounded so perfect and beautiful. ❤️ I’m really glad we had booked with you and wishing you both all the best! Thanks again!

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Zukira Duo's Song list

R&B/Soul
Best Part - Daniel Caesar
I Have Nothing – Whitney Houston
By Your Side - Sade
Lay Me Down – Sam Smith
Nothing’s Gonna Change – Glenn Medeiros
Stand By Me – Ben E. King
I Look To You – Whitney Houston
You are Not Alone – Michael Jackson
Every Time You Touch Me – Diana Ross
Sweetest Taboo - Sade
Lovely Day - Bill Withers
Love - Keyshia Cole
Dreams - Gabrielle
Dilemma - Nelly x Kelly
Pop
Thinking out Loud - Ed Sheeran
Perfect - Ed Sheeran
All of Me - John Legend
You & I - John Legend
Love Story - Taylor Swift
Blank Space - Taylor Swift
My Love is Your Love - Whitney Houston
Careless Whisper – George Michael
I’m Not the Only One – Sam Smith
You are the Reason – Callum Scott
Make you Feel My Love - Adele
Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley
So Beautiful – Chris de Burgh
Easy on Me – Adele
Yesterday – The Beatles
Man In the Mirror – Michael Jackson
Isn’t She Lovely – Stevie Wonder
Human Nature – Michael Jackson
Dance With Somebody – Whitney Houston
How Long will I Love you – Ellie Goulding
Can’t Take My Eyes off You – Frankie Valli
More Than Words - Westlife
Save Your Tears - The Weeknd
Payphone - Maroon 5
Love of My Life - Harry Styles
Somewhere Only We Know - Lily Allen
2Become1 - Spice Girls
Jazz
What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstong
Autumn Leaves – Joseph Kosma
Girl From Ipanema – Antônio Carlos Jobim
Tequila – The Champs
Soft Rock
How Deep Is Your Love - Beegees
Right Here Waiting – Richard Marx
Eternal Flame – The Bangles
Baby Can I Hold You – Tracy Chapman
Sacrifice – Elton John
Love Will Keep us Alive - Eagles
You’re Beautiful – James Blunt
Yellow - Coldplay
Viva La Vida - Coldplay
You’re My Best Friend - Queen
I Want To Hold Your Hand - Beatles
Your Song - Elton John
Afrobeats
Emiliana - CKay
Show Me Off - Asa
Snapchat - Ruger
Beautifully - FAVE
Bandana - Fireboy DML, Asake
Disco
Dancing Queen - ABBA
Get Lucky - Pharrell Williams
Reggae
One Love – Bob Marley
Three Little Birds – Bob Marley
Kingston Town – UB40
You Caught My Eye – Judy Boucher
I Can Recall – Glen Washington
Don’t Worry Be Happy – Bobby McFerrin
Classical
Canon in D - J. Pachelbel
Ave Maria - Schubert
Here I Am Lord - Dan Schutte
Christmas Songs
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas
O Holy Night
Santa Baby
Mary Did You Know
Silent Night
Feliz Navidad
Away in a Manger
All I Want for Christmas is You

Zukira Duo's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Up to 1 hour£700
Up to 2 hours£875
Up to 3 hours£1000
Customer questions

Do you have different line-up options?

Yes! Gavie can use an acoustic guitar instead of his jazz/electric guitar. We can also add vocals (as we both sing), and piano.

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

We always try our best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let us know.

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

Absolutely. This is a really popular request and we actually offer this service for free. If you'd like a DJ service via our PA after the final set until the venue closes, we provide this for an additional £100.

How much time do you need to set up?

We usually set up about 1 to 1.5 hours before the performance time. As soon as our PA is set up we can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere and get your guests ready for our live performance!

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

Yes, you have the freedom to pick songs and create your own set list from our song list, or leave us to pick the list for you. Entirely up to you!

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

Our PA system is included in the quote, yes.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

Yes, we can learn up to 3 song requests before the event at no extra cost.
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Genres:
Acoustic, Pop, Covers, Jazz, Classical crossover, Contemporary classical, Classical
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Event types:
Wedding, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party
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