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| James Durcan | |
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After working extensively on the five star Hotel circuit in London, Europe and the middle East, {Hilton,Grosvenor,Rennaisance, Maritim,Scandic crown} James moved on to Cruise Ferries, and then cruise ships for five years ending as Guest Entertainer. {Britainy ferries, P&O Ferries, Fred Olson, Holland & America, Princess and P&O cruise lines.} Two years playing for Kempinski Hotels In Spain and Most recently, 2003 until 2008 for Stapleford Park Country House, a five star Hotel and Sporting Estate near to Leicester as Pianist and performing with his Sax Duo Niteflite. As a top professional James has a huge repertoire of music and doesn’t need to use messy pads of music. He very much welcomes requests. He is comfortable playing in all styles - standards, Jazz, easy listening, Classical or more contemporary popular music. James is fully self contained if required and has a superb portable grand piano and compact Carlsboro P.A. |
| Karen Newby | |
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Karen began playing the piano at the age of 4 and working as a professional musician 10 years later. She studied piano and violin at Trinity College of Music in London, graduating with an honours degree. Her playing career has seen her in many different roles: as cocktail pianist/singer on cruise ships and in 5-star hotels both in the UK and abroad; keyboard/vocalist with various bands, often working with international cabaret artistes; MD for production companies on land and at sea; classical recitals; songwriter; accompanist; repetiteur; arranger - if it's musical, she's probably been involved! |
Highlights so far have been 3 years as resident pianist in the Intercontinental Hotel in Park Lane, London; contracts with P&O cruises on the ships Arcadia, Artemis and Oceana; classical/cocktail pianist on MS Deutschland (the german 'love boat'); performing as accompanist at the Wigmore Hall; opera pianist at the Maddermarket Theatre in Norwich; and playing for tea at the Ritz, Piccadilly, London. With a repertoire covering music from Chopin to Cole Porter, from Albeniz to Alicia Keys, from South Pacific to Phantom of the Opera, and from Scott Joplin to Elton John and Norah Jones, Karen's distinctive voice, timeless piano style and easy chat are suitable for any venue. |
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| Gordon Hopwood | |
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Gordon commenced his career as Keyboard /Vocal Entertainer some years ago on a semi-professional basis. His "Easy Listening" style of entertainment coupled with light "clean" humour served to make him one of the most sought after entertainers in this field throughout the North West of England. His talents were brought to the International Stage by appearing on P&O Cruises who contracted Gordon to appear on their major ships, both for Mediterranean / Canary Island Cruises, and, also for their prestigious World Cruise programme. Gordon's entertainment style is suitable for hotel/conference/special event and cruise work. |
| Larry White | |
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Larry is a multi-talented keyboard player, vocalist and comedian who is often referred to as… The Keyboard “Komik” He has been in the entertainment business for many years and has combined his vast experience, professionalism, musical repertoire, versatility and all round performance skills to produce a first class, all round entertainer. He is currently working in hotels, holiday centres and entertainment venues around the U.K. and has much experience working theatres, cruise ships and classic venues worldwide. He can tailor his performance to suit most tastes (however demanding they may be!) and it is this adaptability which endears him to audiences of all types. Larry is in constant demand, so it is recommended that you book early to avoid disappointment. |
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