Hire Claudia Marques | Singer in London

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About Claudia

Singer covering everything from pop & soul hits, through bossa nova & fado to well-known jazz standards

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Singer

London

Not having sought music as a professional career, it's always been a passion and a big part of my life. I've been singing for over 12 years, so I’ve joined a variety of groups and explored a variety of genres along the way. Musical Experience: 2005 - 2006 Singer in a 4-piece rock covers band 2007 - 2008 Singer in a Classical Choir (Coral de Letras da Universidade do Porto). 2008 - 2012 Singing guitarist in a Portuguese Strolling Ensemble. 2013 - 2014 Performed as guest alongside a number of musicians, including Rui David - contestant to Portuguese Eurovision - in his weekly gig in La Boheme, Porto. 2018 Percussionist in Rhythms of the city, samba percussion squad. 2019 - 2020 Singer at London International Gospel Choir, Common & Kind Mass Choir and John Luther Adam's BBC Proms Mass Choir 2019 - 2020 Singer at Wave jazz duo Musical Education: 2007 - 2009 Classical singing - Leça da Palmeira Music School 2012 Sound Design - ESAD (Arts & Design School) 2013 Jazz Singing - Private lessons with Diana Martinez (renowned Portuguese R&B singer) 2017 - 2020 Bass guitar - private lessons with Jerry Wigens (Musician & Composer, Ph.D frоm Gоldsmiths University оf Lоndоn) 2018 Music Theory grade 5 - University of West London. 2020 - Private classical singing lessons

Claudia

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Claudia's Reviews

5 out of 5

Claudia was absolutely amazing! On top of being a great singer and guitar player, Claudia is also very good at building rapport with the audience, understanding their needs and how to better cater to them. Claudia was also super responsive, helpful and very clear about what she needed from our side in terms of facilities and equipment. Her performance at our company's summer party was outstanding, we had more than 200 guests and the feedback couldn't have been better. Some of our guests were very impressed and I am sure some of them will book her for private events!

A mature, powerful voice backed by an outstanding presence on stage

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Claudia's Song list

1 Thing - Amerie

A Menina Dança - Novos Baianos

A Rita - Chico Buarque

Ain’t Nobody - Chaka Khan

All of Me - Ella Fitzgerald

Amar Pelos Dois - Salvador Sobral

Á Primeira Vista - Chico César

At Last - Etta James

A Trick of the Light - Villagers

Baby, I’m Yours - Barbara Lewis

Blame it on the Boogie - The Jacksons

Blue Bucket of Gold - Sufjan Stevens

Boa Sorte - Vanessa da Mata & Ben Harper

Cara Valente - Maria Rita

Chega de Saudade - João Gilberto

Chove chuva - Jorge Ben Jor

Cigarettes and coffee - Ottis Reading

Crazy in Love - Beyonce

Crazy - Gnarls Barkley

Dos Gardenias - Buena Vista Social Club

Dreams - Fleetwood Mac

Eugene - Sufjan Stevens

Feel it Still - Portugal the Man

Foolish heart - Kurt Elling

Get Lucky - Daft Punk ft. Pharrell Williams

Golden - Jill Scott

He Doesn't Know Why - Fleet Foxes

Isn't She Lovely - Stevie Wonder

I Fall In Love Too Easily - Chet Baker

I Want To Sing - Regina Spektor

I Will Always Love You - Parcels (Whitney Houston cover)

La Javanaise - Mayra Andrade

Les Mots d'Amour - Mayra Andrade

Let's Dance - David Bowie

Let's Do It, Let's Fall In Love - Ella Fitzgerald

Life on Mars - David Bowie

Meu Fado - Mariza

My One And Only Love - Ella Fitzgerald

No Surprises - Radiohead

O Leãozinho - Caetano Veloso

Oliver James - Fleet Foxes

One Love - Sara Tavares

Our Day Will Come - Amy Winehouse

País tropical - Jorge Ben Jor

Please, Please, Please, Let Me Get What I Want - The Smiths

Rather Be - Clean Bandit

Romaria - Elis Regina

Sambinha Bom - Mallu Magalhães

Say A Little Prayer - Aretha Franklin

Señorita - Justin Timberlake

Silencio - Ibrahim Fehrer

Sodade - Cesaria Evora

So Good At Being In Trouble - Unknown Mortal Orchestra

Sozinho - Caetano Veloso

The Fields of Athenry - The Dubliners

Tiro ao Álvaro - Elis Regina

Tied Up Right Now - Parcels

Tive Razão - Seu Jorge

Unstoppable - Lianne La Havas

Valerie - Amy Winehouse

Velha Infância - Tribalistas

Wicked Game - Chris Isaak

Wild Mountain Thyme - The Chieftains

Your Body is a Wonderland - John Mayer

Your Protector - Fleet Foxes

Youth - Daughter

Toxic - Britney Spears

Tunuka - Mayra Andrade

Claudia's 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)	£50
Up to 1 hour	£160
Up to 2 hours	£200
Up to 3 hours	£220

Wedding ceremony

This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.

£300

Customer questions

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

If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let me know in advance and I'm sure I'll be able to accommodate for that.

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

Sure, I'll provide an iPod service for no additional fee. I have a few playlists prepared to play in between my sets, but feel free to request any specific songs.

How much time do you need to set up?

15 to 30 minutes

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

Of course! I'm happy to chat through your picks and make sure that together we will find what works for your event.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes. I'll bring my guitar/ukulele/bass, PA, mic and stand.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes! I'm happy to include a few songs of your choosing for free, as long as I'm given enough notice :)

What do your clients love most about your performances?

That they are curated for them, their friends and their event. I'm quick and friendly in my communications and love to include requests or even welcome people to play/sing along.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Royal Albert Hall, Union Chapel, The British Museum, Casa da Música Porto, B Flat Berlin...

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Mayra Andrade, Sara Tavares, Nai Palm, Aretha Franklin, Regina Spektor, Mallu Magalhães, Teresa Salgueiro,... All the great Brazilian artists like João Gilberto, Chico Buarque, Tom Jobim, Gilberto Gil, Elis Regina...

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

BBC Proms (John Luther Adams - In The Name Of The Earth)

Musicianship

Genres:

Jazz, Gospel, Bossa nova, Brazilian music, Pop, Acoustic, Covers, Soul, Folk

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Instruments:

Singer, Singing guitarist, Ukulele, Bass guitar

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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:

Songwriter, Audio engineer

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