Fine Whines - vintage Jazz & Swing 1930’s/40's style dance band with superb 4 piece, back-tracked, rhythm section.

Based in United Kingdom

South Molton, Devon, England, United Kingdom
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LOCATION
South Molton, Devon, England, United Kingdom

TRAVEL
up to 110 miles

PRICE
from £150 (GBP)

RATED
10 / 10 from 3 reviews

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Maximum 3 hours' music. Max price shown (flexible according to hirer's circumstances - open to negotiation)£300 (GBP)

About / Biography

Small yet big-sounding authentic -looking 1930s / 1940s duo featuring Sinatra - style male vocal; trumpet and saxophones / clarinet / flute instrumentation.

Glenn Miller; Duke Ellington; Louis Armstrong; Gershwin/ Cole Porter ... plus some Disney tunes with a ‘Ska’ twist !! Lindy -Hop; Jitterbug ; Jump Blues and proto-Rock n Roll dance music. Plus, above all, loads of good humour.😃

EX-MILITARY MUSICIANS - MILITARY MESS FUNCTIONS A SPECIALITY INCLUDING FORMAL 'DINING-IN' PROCEDURES:

(Dinner Call, 'Roast Beef', Loyal Toast, Foreign Guests' National Anthems).

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There are currently 3 user ratings for Fine Whines - vintage Jazz & Swing

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in United Kingdom

South Molton, Devon, England, United Kingdom
Travels up to 110 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 110 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 35 miles)
Travel areas on the map are approximate (distances may vary) free quote

Most well known songs (male vocals) written or performed by:

Frank Sinatra; Michael Buble; Cole Porter; George Gershwin; Glenn Miller; Louis Armstrong; Duke Ellington etc. etc.

As a quick reference: all the songs recently released (2024) by Jools Holland with Rod Stewart.

National Anthem (Military Officers' and Sgts' Messes, including: 'Dinner Call' and 'Roast Beef of Olde England'

'Petite Fleur' (as played by Monty Sunshine with the Chris Barber Band)

'Midnight in Moscow' - (Kenny Ball)

'Stranger on the Shore' (Acker Bilk)

'What a Wonderful World' (Louis Armstrong)

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Domestic power supply ; performance space min 2m x 3m.


What information do you require about a venue?

Contact number for manager / organiser - esp to meet us upon arrival. Food / drink / accommodation / parking.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes, own sound system provided. Music desk lights allow us to operate in low-lit settings (dinner music etc.)


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

Yes, recorded music provided between sets.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

7 years with Walt Disney Company - Disney Cruise Line (2012 - 2018)


What's your favourite type of event?

Dance clubs (Lindy hop / jive etc..) It's great to see those people dancing to our music. We perform waltzes and latin rhythms too....


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

Ex military band musicians. Started in local 'Big Bands'.


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

Frank Sinatra 'My Way' Chris Barber 'Petite Fleur' Glenn Miller 'In the Mood' ; 'Serenade in Blue'

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Arrive 90 mins in advance; 1 hour setup; perform up to 3 hours (depending on type of event)


Are you happy to perform outside?

We're happy to play outside (we can bring our gazebo (3mx 3m) but we shall need a power supply nearby please.


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

Clients are encouraged to make requests; moreover, bespoke arrangements are available by prior request.
E.G. we recently made and played our arrangement of 'Pachelbel's Canon' as processional introit for a wedding - in a castle in South wales!!


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

"Very impressive - versatile, classy and professional"


Which instruments do you play please?

We mix and match the following instruments in several combinations - according to the style / era of music performed:
Flute, Clarinet, Alto & Tenor & Baritone saxophones, Trumpet/cornet, trombone.

Recent Clients

Fine Whines - vintage Jazz & Swing has performed for these clients:

Army Air Corps HQ - Middle Wallop

'Juggy's Place' St Maarten, Carribbean

Royal North Devon Golf Club

Craig y Nos Castle S. Wales (Maria's Wedding)

Venues

Fine Whines - vintage Jazz & Swing has performed at these venues:

Buckingham Palace

Disney Cruise Line

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