Duncan Howlett Guitarist Solo fingerstyle guitarist and loop station specialist

Based in United Kingdom

Brighton, Brighton and Hove, England, United Kingdom
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LOCATION
Brighton, Brighton and Hove, England, United Kingdom

TRAVEL
up to 12500 miles

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About / Biography

Brighton based solo fingerstyle guitarist who plays a wide variety of instrumental arrangements of well-known songs, ranging from 1950s classics to modern-day chart hits. As a polished, professional, self-contained act, adds the perfect ambiance to any event, including weddings, corporate, parties and functions. His repertoire covers many genres and with an inexhaustible knowledge of music, new and old, he can provide a bespoke combination of classical and contemporary styles. With so much variety to his repertoire, he really can provide something for everyone. In addition to his fingerstyle arrangements, he also uses a loop pedal which enables him to make fuller-sounding, upbeat tracks and improvisations.

He has a vast experience in the the music industry as a performer, teacher, composer and session musician. He has played at some of the best wedding venues in the country, as well as in some of the UK's most iconic buildings including London's Gherkin and O2 arena. He also has experience playing abroad, including contracts with award winning cruise liners. As well as playing solo, he has worked with some of the best bands in the South and has supported some legendary artists including the Brand New Heavies and Californian Funk masters Breakestra.

Top-quality equipment to provide the best sound and has a variety of different setups for all audience sizes. All of his equipment is PAT tested, and he has Public Liability Insurance. He is always willing to personalise his sets around your requirements and loves to learn special requests. He also performs as part of an acoustic duo so can provide a vocalist when requested. Based in the South-East, but can travel UK-wide and internationally on request.

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Location

Based in United Kingdom

Brighton, Brighton and Hove, England, United Kingdom
Travels worldwide
pink circle = free travel (up to 20 miles)

Pop / Rock 20th Century

Mamma Mia

At last

Say a little prayer

As long as you love me

Stand by me

Lean on me

Lovely Day

Love really hurst without you

Blowing in the wind

Redemption Song

The way it is

Dancing in the dark

You’ve got a friend

Father and son

You make my dreams come true

Dance Magic Dance

Que sera sera

Can you feel the love tonight

Candle in the wind

Sorry seems to be the hardest word

Your song

Respect

Signe

Tears in heaven

Wonderful tonight

At last

Autumn Leaves

Fields of gold

People get ready

Somewhere over the rainbow

Time after time

More than words

She drives me crazy

Landslide

Careless whisper

I will survive

Higher & Higher

I want you back

Hey Joe

Imagine

Imagine

Hurt

I walk the line

Any way you want it

Knights in white satin

All my life

Your still the one

Amazed

What a wonderful world

Papa don’t preach

I would do anything for love

I would do anything for love

Human Nature

The way you make me feel

The girl is mine

Harvest Moon

Smells like teen spirit

Smells like Billie Jean

Don’t look back in anger

Wonderwall

The Boxer

You can call me Al

In the air tonight

Purple Rain

Streets of London

You’ve got a friend in me

Dedicated follower of fashion

Never gonna give you up

When you say nothing at all

Isn’t she lovely

Signed sealed delivered

Every breath you take

Fields of gold

Santeria

Everybody wants to rule the world

Blackbird

Can’t buy me love

Here comes the sun

I’ve just seen a face

Let it be

Something

While my guitar gently weeps

Yellow Submarine

Close to you

Dreams

Take it easy

Killing me softly

You can’t hurry love

Baby can I hold you

Drops of Jupiter

I still haven’t found what I’m looking for

Can’t help falling in love with you

Red red wine

Moondance

Love is all around

Only you

Roundabout

Pop / Rock 21st Century

Feel my love

No one

This is the life

Walking on Broken Glass

Old Pine

Bellyache

Where is the love

Just the way you are

Marry you

The Lazy Song

Wooden Italian Guitar

A thousand years

Rather be

Yellow

Levitating

Noughties pop medley

Afterglow

How would you feel

Perfect

Shape of you

Thinking out loud

How long will I love you

Mad World

Boxes

Budapest

Shotgun

Crazy

Adore you

Watermelon Sugar

Better together

Say you won’t let you

Hold back the river

Hold back the river

I wasn’t expecting that

Marry me

I won’t give up

I’m yours

Pricetag

All of me

Free fallin

Love on the weekend

Waiting on the world to change

XO

Who says

Heartbeats

Love yourself

Use Somebody

Girls like you

Memories

She will be loved

Sunday Morning

Crazy love

Little Things

I ain’t worried

Hey ya

Aeroplanes

Bloom

Still into you

The Only Exception

Let her go

Take my hand

Perfect

Hey there Delilah

When you say nothing at all

Stay with me

Shake your body

Wait for the moment

Love Story

Mr Brightside

Can’t feel my face

Seven Nation Army

It runs through me

Riptide

Jazz / Blues

Sunny

Ronnie Jordan Jam

Jazz and Blues improvisations

Nobody knows you when your down and out

Hey Hey

Wayfaring Stranger

Wade in the water

Fly me to the moon

Chameleon

L.O.V.E

I wish I knew how it would feel to be free

Fever

Killing me softly

Guitar Masters

Duelling Banjos

Afraid to dance

Jump

Classical Gas

Angelina

Blue moon

House of the rising sun

Mombasa

Classical / Spanish

Study in Am

El Toro

Pamplona

Studies

Studies

Roberts Rag

Allemande

The Godfather Waltz

Canon in D

Greensleeves

Romanza

Scarborough fair

Original Compositions

Brand New Day

Pamplona

Ronnie Jordan Jam

Sarahs Dance

Whilst you were away

El Toro

Ole Dai Dai

It’s all for you

Folk / Traditional

Blooming Heather

Underneath the stars

The Wild Rover

Happy Birthday

Here comes the bride

God save the queen

Amazing Grace

This is the life

Christmas

White Christmas

Morning has broken

Let it snow

Santa Baby

Stay another day

Step into Christmas

Have yourself a merry little christmas

Santa Claus is coming to town

Hallelujah

Auld Lang Syne

Merry Christmas Everyone

Merry Christmas Everybody

Frosty the snowman

Fairytale of New York

Deck the halls

Ding Dong Merrily on high

Jingle Bells

O Christmas Tree

O Come all ye faithful

Rudolph the red nosed reindeer

Silent Night

We wish you a mery christmas

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

2m x 2m squared space minimum. Access to a power point.


What information do you require about a venue?

Location, Power access, parking availability.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

I am self contained in regards to sound with my own PA equipment. I have very basic lighting when required.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

I can provide a playlist in between sets when required.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever worked at?

He has played at some of the best wedding venues in the country, as well as in some of the UK's most iconic buildings including London's Gherkin and O2 arena.


What's your favourite type of event?

I love a wedding. I love playing at the ceremonies and drinks reception. Everything about it from the excitement to the anticipation.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

I've gigged since the year 2000 when I played at a friends family wedding. It's a huge part of who I am and I've continued to do it for the last 25 years.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

Tommy Emmanuel has been the greatest influence guitar wise, as he's able to deliver really enjoyable melodies and rhythms whilst keeping it technical for all the music lovers.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Setup 20mins to 1 hour maximum depending on the location/setup. Typical performance times, up to 2 hours or up to 3 hours of performance.


Are you happy to perform outside?

I'm happy to perform outside, but would request access to power and cover when possible/required. I do however have a battery amp setup when needed.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

I always love to tailor my sets around my clients favourites and I'm always happy to learn special requests.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Beautiful, skilled musician that is fun, professional and creates a wonderful ambience.

Venues

Duncan Howlett Guitarist has performed at these venues:

Layer Marney Tower, Colchester

Colchester Town Hall

Leez Priory, Chelmsford

Pelham House, Lewes

Horsted Place, Uckfield

Brighton Racecourse

The Grand, Brighton

Henley Regatta

Manningtree Regatta

Sheraton Park Lane Hotel, London

The Gherkin, London

Turkey Mill, Kent

Maison Talbooth, Dedham

Buxted Park Hotel

Scotney Castle, Kent

Woodshill Farm, West Chiltington

Upwaltham Barns, Chichester

Sealife Centre, Brighton

Shelleys Hotel, Lewes

South Lodge Hotel, Horsham

Old Tollgate Hotel, Bramber

Brighton Bandstand

Hotel Du Vin, Brighton

Long Furlong Barn, West Sussex

AMEX Stadium, Falmer

Leatherhead Golf Club

Black Horse Inn, Thurnham

HMS Warrior, Portsmouth

The Royal Oak, Rye

Thorpeness Country Club

Carousels, Brighton

Barnsgate Manor, Uckfield

The Dome, Worthing

Nymans Gardens

Great Ote Hall, Burgess Hill

Northrepps Aerodrome

Dorset House, Bury

Pangdean Barn, Brighton

Skylark Golf and Country club

Ascot Racecourse

Gig Venues and Special Events

The Komedia, Brighton

The Latest Music Bar, Brighton

Chichester Inn, Chichester

The Providence, Hove

The Brunswick, Hove

The Hope, Brighton

Punana, Brighton

Horatios, Brighton Pier

The Arts Centre, Colchester

The Twist, Colchester

East Slope Bar, Brighton University

Fox Inn, Felpham

Hare and Hounds, Brighton

The Station, Hove

Casablanca Jazz Club, Brighton

Audio, Brighton

Paddle Around the Pier, Brighton

Lovebox Music Festival, London

Dorfest Music Festival, South of France

Manningtree Regatta

Brighton Fringe Festival

V Bar, Colchester

Hectors House, Brighton

The Concorde 2, Brighton

O2 Arena, London

The Troubadour, London

229 Club, London

Sound, Leicester Square

Monto Water Rats, London

Underbelly, London

The Pressure Point, Brighton

The Old Ship, London

Grosvenor Casino, Brighton

Wivelsfield Village Day

Hosted Events/Residencies

The Polar Bar East, Brighton

The Hope, Brighton

The Golden Cannon, Brighton

Heist Bar, Brighton

The Quadrant, Brighton

The Hampton Arms, Brighton

The Queens Arms, Brighton

The Hartington, Brighton

The Juggler, Hove

The Freemasons, Hove

The Pride of Bruges

The Rottingdean Club

The Master Mariner, Brighton

Pelham House, Lewes

Pizza Express Restaurants

Drink in Brighton

The Fire Station Brasserie

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Recording Session

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

1970s Music

1980s Music

1990s Music

2000s+ Music

Folk

Jazz

Blues

Easy Listening

Background Music

Originals

Pop

Acoustic

Covers

Funk

Motown

R&B

Soul

Rock

Britpop

Classic Rock

Indie

Rock 'n' Roll

Features:

PAT tested

Instrumental

Can provide battery amplifier

Public liability insurance

Will travel internationally

PA / sound system included

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