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"Rory put on after show performances for Manchester Camerata at the Bridgewater Hall and at the Royal Northern College of Music respectively. I am pleased to say that both performances went successfully; Rory brought a tasteful cosmopolitan selection of Brazilian tunes and acoustic Latin, blending well-known arrangements with original compositions, which created a buzzing vibe and went down very well with our audiences, keeping them at the bar all evening! Great fun and would definitely book for future events."

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"It was a great delight having Rory play for us last night. A pleasure to listen to and a very talented young man. If I have any needs going forward I will definitely ask for him. Very best wishes, Tim."

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"Sofia es una cantante ucraniana que nos ha literalmente encantado. La verdad que tuvimos este contacto de otra amiga que se casó antes de nosotros y no podíamos imaginar que sería tan precioso todo. El cocktail fue todo según los planes y todos se felicitaron por la música tan bonita. El además ella y el pianista son una pareja muy unida y se vee que lo disfrutan. RECOMENDADOS 100%"

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"Here's more clear evidence courtesy of Italian-born saxophonist Mirko Fait's quintet that tasteful jazz doesn't run its course at America's borders. These are accomplished musicians who know how to swing and can hold their heads high in any company, foreign or domestic. On the other hand, there is nothing here that sets Fait's group apart from many others of its size and makeup; it is simply a well-schooled working ensemble doing its thing, no more and no less. Fait, who plays soprano and tenor sax, is joined on the front line by flugel Roberto Piermartire, who, like Fait, is an accomplished musician whose solos are invariably polished if not otherwise exceptional. Pianist Antonio Zambrini is another strong soloist, while bassist Rodrigo Amaral amplifies the group's persona by adding his husky baritone on four selections. The quintet's other member, drummer Roby Giannella, is a solid timekeeper who tends to his duties without stepping on anyone's toes. Guitarist Giampiero Spina adds a pastel solo voice on "Sad Eyes Child," "B Mine" and "Funny Day." The program is composed primarily (eight of ten tracks) of compositions by Fait, and they are melodic and charming if less than memorable. Several are in a Latin mode including Amaral's vocals on "Quanno Chiove," "Rebecca Smile," "Nada Mais" and "Aquarela." While the quintet is pictured on the inside jacket performing at the Sant' Elpidio Jazz Festival, Confidences was recorded in a studio, most likely at Fait's home base, Milan. Other particulars are elusive, as the liner notes are in Italian. What is most germane, of course, is whether Fait's quintet is proficient and worth hearing, and the answer to that is yes. The songs, all originals, are for the most part bright and charming, and the quintet plays them well. Although there is nothing here that blazons superiority, neither is there anything that is less than well-managed. Track Listing: Lastlove; Sad Eyes’ Child; Quanno Chiove; Never Alone Melita; Rebecca Smile; All I Missed; B Mine; Nada Mais; Funny Day; Aquarela. Personnel: Mirko Fait: soprano, tenor saxophone; Roberto Piermartire: flugelhorn; Antonio Zambrini: piano; Giampiero Spina: guitar (2, 7, 9); Rodrigo Amaral: electric bass, voice; Roby Giannella: drums. Title: Confidences | Year Released: 2017 | Record Label: Jazz Di Marca"

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"Words truly can not describe how amazing of an experience it was having Felipe sing for us. I hired him to sing while I proposed to my girlfriend (now fiance) on South Beach, Miami. We also worked out plans for him to have a picnic all set up for us and everything was incredible and beautiful and perfect! My girlfriend was completely surprised. The picnic was 5 stars and the professionalism and attention to detail that he and his wife showed was incredible! Felipe has an amazing voice. Listen to him sing his own song called "And I Love Her", and you will definitely agree. I highly recommend hiring Felipe for any special event and you will not be disappointed."

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"Quite frankly, the best "lounge act" I've even seen on a cruise ship. Enthralling, virtuoso playing and a wide repertoire. It was always hard to leave. I'd about book a cruise just to see them."

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"I want to express our thanks to Rory and the lads for jazzing up everyones Sunday afternoon. Everyone wanted to know more about the group and and I will certainly be in touch again if we hold another special event. The mixture of music was superb and the whole atmosphere was just as we had hoped. Please pass on our thanks and very best wishes to all four of the group members."

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"Rory was a big hit at our wedding! He played excellent renditions of our ceremony songs and kept our guests thoroughly entertained in the library and on the terrace. His talent on the sax really added a fantastic atmosphere to our day and so many of our guests commented on how much they enjoyed it. We would definitely recommend him!"

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"High fliers on the local Greek jazz scene, this trio is celebrating their 10th anniversary with a smoking B3 led set that is an appropriate discovery for a label led by a B3 player in the flesh. With everyone on board knowing their apples, we get a sense that jazz is the international language once again as everyone on board knows what to do and adds some other side of the world flavor to the B3 festivities. This organ is purely organic with a zesty taste drawn from Mediterranean soil. Check it out. "

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"Everyone enjoyed your performance and had a lovely time... I had a great time. Thanks so much for performing in our Christmas party!"

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"Very many thanks to Rory for performing for us so excellently yesterday evening. Everyone enjoyed the music very much and you really made the evening. You even had us up dancing which wasnt anticipated."

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"A mesmerizing show! Acoustic vibes, like John Martin's, stirred my soul. That Coldplay cover? An absolute standout."

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"Banda sonora do seu coração ao vivo! No nosso casamento, o Felipe tocou antes da cerimónia. As músicas foram escolhidas entre as que queríamos e sugestões dele. É possível até um membro/amigo da família fazer parte desse momento! Quer clima mais personalizado e simbólico de amor do que um momento que mais ninguém terá? Ele é a certeza da qualidade de que os presentes nunca se vão esquecer desse toque especial. Para além de interpretar divinamente todos os géneros ele também pode tocar as suas músicas autorais!"

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"Encore merci c'était top! Vous avez ajouté une touche très jolie merci beaucoup! "

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"Last Wednesday evening arrived in Þorlákshöfn the Brazilian Jazz Singer Jussanam da Silva and her pianist Agnar Mar Magnusson. They are on tour through the Nordic countries, and began the journey with a concert in Iceland. The concert brought Bossa Nova, the Brazilian jazz, mixed with Pop songs. The concert it was very fun and kept the audience in ecstasy and restorative into the night after the concert. Those who missed the concert can breathe easy because Jussanam and Agnar will play a concert with the same program in the Tónlistarskóla Árnesinga next Saturday"

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