Country:United Kingdom Based In:Ashbourne, East Midlands Performs: Worldwide From:£1200
A vibrant 9 piece vintage swing/rock n roll band creating a real buzz, excellent stage lighting to set the scene - two great vocalists. Playing all the greats from the 20's Charleston era right through to the 50's.
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Description
A vintage 9 piece jump jive and swing/Rock n Roll band which has just finished filming in the Oscar nominated film Phantom thread with sir Daniel Day lewis - playing from 20's Charleston to 40's swing and 50's Rock n roll. Perfect for weddings, Parties and Corporate events and why not create a real buzz with - Great Gatsby as well as 40's war themed swing events. We'll even show the folks the dances to get them involved - guaranteed to 'take the lid off the joint' - very popular on the UK 40's and swing scene. Two excellent vocalists together with superb stage and lighting presentation guara
... ntees your audience a real wow factor!! --------- Whilst here, allow me to briefly introduce our authentic Glenn Miller style - Kalamazoo Dance Band - presenting in U.S. Army uniforms and playing a perfect balance of strict temp Ballroom, Sequence, Latin and swing/party numbers. Very popular on the 40's and swing scene and playing at some of the UK's largest war themed events.
Set-List
Just a Gigolo Flip flop and fly Buena Sera Shake rattle n roll Fools fall in love Pencil full of lead A night like this As long as I'm moving Sing sing sing Dancing fool Bring me sunshine (swing version) Talk to me Reet Petite Somewhere over the rainbow (swing) La dolce vita Mack the knife Ain't nobody here but us chickens Choo choo ch boogie Good morning judge Inside out (Imelda May) Barefoot plus many many others - we will even play your special song for you or even write it if required.
Biography
I have been fronting, singing and playing sax/trumpet for over 20 years and know what is required to make a party go into full swing. I'm passionate about our band and ensure we provide first class entertainment for our booker such that they will pass on the good comments and promote us further. We I nteract fully with the audience and create a buzzy atmosphere. This is about ensuring that we exceed the customer expectations way above and beyond. We run Kal's Kats as a swing band and have another band called The Kalamazoo Dance Band which is a Glenn Miller big band presenting in US Army
... Air Force uniforms creating the magic of the 40's and swing era - both bands are guaranteed to make a night to remember !!
Reviews (13 Reviews)
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: NottinghamEvent Type: Corporate function17th February 2017
Hello all, Just a quick email to congratulate everyone on a really successful night on Friday. Wayne and the team, you were fantastic entertainment and we're really grateful your support and professionalism in working together with the Kal's Kat's band and us to make the night go so well. Louisa and Krishna, once again well done and we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. Thank you for asking us to be a part of it with our good friends Kal and his fantastic Kats. We hope to work with you again. Red & Ginger
Red & Ginger (DancewithRed&Ginger) 10/10
Reviewed by:Red
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: Olympia,londonEvent Type: All types of events we play at 15th February 2017
Please check out our reviews of Kal's Kats on lastminutemusicians.com
There are at least 30 very highly commendable reviews
Reviewed by:Last minute musicians
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: NottinghamEvent Type: Corporate event20th January 2017
What a superb night - music and entertainment by these guys was just first class. Highly recommended band and really know how to get the party going - wonderful feedback from everyone.
Krishna Pancholi (Great Gatsby party night BrowneJacobson Llp) 10/10
Reviewed by:Krishna Pancholi
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: Kirk Hallam, DerbyshireEvent Type: Christmas Party28th December 2016
Wow, wow, wow - simply fantastic. They hit the switch and boom it just went off. The audience danced like crazy and were sweating like mad - the main chap Kal was in amongst the audience whooping then up showing them dance moves and singing some fab music - I wish I'd recorded this - they should be on TV! This is the best night we've ever seen at this club in all the years - Kal's Kats - just superb. Happy new year for 2017 all and get these guys booked for your event. You won't regret it - Peter H. Manager
Peter Harris (Kirk Hallam social club Xmas party 2016) 10/10
Reviewed by:Peter Harris
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: Kirk Hallam, DerbyshireEvent Type: Christmas Party28th December 2016
What an EPIC night! A group of us travlled from Bedworth to Derby to dance to Kal's Kats for their Xmas dance - bloody fantastic night!!! I wish I could dance to these guys every day!! Sam
Samantha Luna Louise (Strictly jitterbug) 10/10
Reviewed by:Samantha Luna Louise
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: Sheffield Hallam MuseumEvent Type: wedding party30th November 2016
We had Kal's Kats play for our wedding party in a Great Gatsby style - they were absolutely fantastic. Their stage presentation was so authentic and the lighting really created the mood. So much more than we expected. Thankyou guys xx
Sara Henley (Our wedding at Kelham Island Museum, Sheffield) 10/10
Reviewed by:Sara Henley
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: Bournemouth Royal Bath HotelEvent Type: Jump Jive weekender18th November 2016
What can I say - we attended the weekender and on Saturday watched one band and many of us were disappointed and were ready to leave but wanted to wait to see this band called Kal's Kats. We didn't know what to expect and hoped they would be better than the previous band and boy were we in for a treat. Kal's kats are simply fantastic!!! There 250 people in that room at the Royal Bath Hotel and everyone danced the entire night through. we were delighted and cannot praise this band highly enough, really excellent. Thankyou Kats - you outdid yourselves
Terry Hughes (Jump jive weekender Bournemouth) 10/10
Reviewed by:Terry Hughes
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: Swadlincote DerbsyhireEvent Type: Charity dance - Cancer Research21st October 2016
Hi Kal Thank you. I can't believe we raised so much money. Thank you and your Kats for amazing entertainment and I apologise that they were left hanging around. Everyone I have spoken to loved the music and were asking who you were. I will put your details on the Dancing with Karen page. It would be great to work with you again and Kalamazoo would really work for one of our dances as well - you guys are just fantastic !!
Karen Creswell (Dancing with a Karen -Swadlincote relay for life and cancer research UK) 10/10
Reviewed by:Karen Creswell
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: 7 Lakes, DoncasterEvent Type: 40's swing event9th September 2016
Tell you what folks - these guys have two band Kalamazoo dance Band and Kal's Kats - we had Kalamazoo here a few weeks ago for our 40's event and we have Kal's Kats playing for New Year's Eve - they are simply first class - we were blown away by their talent, top quality music and how they worked the audience participation was second to none. Just fantastic!!!! If you are planning an event and want it to be remembered by everyone, then either Kal's Kats for. Jump jive and swing Dance or Kalamazoo for a Glenn Miller and rat pack style dance - just love love love you guys!!!
Sheridan Morris (7 Lakes country park) 10/10
Reviewed by:Sheridan Morris
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: Evesham Town HallEvent Type: Swing Dance - Gatsby style13th May 2016
What a great night at evesham town hall. Kals Kats were absolutely incredible. Loved every moment of it :D xxxx Would absolutely 100% recommend this band to anyone - brilliant !!!
Jade Freemen (JazzJiveSwing - Evesham) 10/10
Reviewed by:Jade Freeman
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: Evesham Town HallEvent Type: Evesham Gatsby swing Dance13th May 2016
Exhausted after an absolutely fantastic night dancing to the brilliant Kals Kats at Evesham Town Hall. Huge thanks to Sarah and Rob for organising. Thanks to everyone for the dances, giggles and very silly moments.
Helen Louisa (Evesham Town Hall) 10/10
Reviewed by:Helen Louisa
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: Belper Strutt centre, DerbyshireEvent Type: Fund raising swing dance11th March 2016
Hello Kal, Well what can I say, a huge thank you for making our event such a success it was great and enjoyed by all. It was wonderful to see all those bodies on the Dance floor enjoying such fun and learning new steps instructed by yourself and Andrew and his team lovely to watch also Red and Ginger and the other dancers who came along with them. Your band is excellent and we will have you back no doubts !!
Ann Spendlove (St Faiths in the community ) 10/10
Reviewed by:Ann Spendlove
Kal's Kats - Swing Band - Ashbourne, East MidlandsEvent Location: Great Barford, HertsEvent Type: Swing Dance party5th March 2016
well well, I watched this band in action at Great Barford and can tell you they are superb. The presentation with lights and suits is second to none and really creates that atmosphere and the music was really well played and an excellent mix as well. The floor was packed from start to finish. I thought they were outstanding A++++
Caro F. (Cambs) 10/10
Reviewed by:Caroline Fernandez
Experience
We have played for numerous event styles over the last few years - including weddings, corporates, private functions etc. We will always work with the client to ensure we fit in seamlessly with their requirements. We can also provide the backing music during sets and if required can also provide small combo live backdrop music whilst guests arrive eg Sax melodies etc
Previous Clients
Corporate clients such as: Virgin Health HIMSS - global healthcare conference Oasis Medical Solutions General Electric Philips Healthcare conference Entertainment events: Sausage and Cider national festivals Wicksteed at War Saddleworth Yanks Pickering war weekend Crowle vintage weekend York in the Blitz vintage weekend Great central railway vintage weekend Great Western Railway vintage event Thorne 40's weekend Cambridge Air show Duxford imperial Air museum Brooklands motor museum Numerous local events Numerous weddings via last minute musicians
Suitable for
Bar / Bat MitzvahBirthday Party (Adult)CasinosChristeningChristmas PartyCocktail Party / Drinks ReceptionCorporate EventDinner PartyJewish WeddingPrivate PartyProduct Launch / PromotionTrade Show / Exhibitions
Additional Information
- All equipment is PAT tested and expandable in terms of volume / wattage requirement from small hall to large 6000 audience stage events - PLi for £10m - DBS checked
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