Let's Smooth Things Over Sophisticated and versatile jazz ensemble based in the North-West of England

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Price Guide

The guide prices below are for events within 20 miles of Manchester, Greater Manchester. Outside this area extra travel expenses will apply. Please get in touch for an accurate quote.
2 x 45 minute sets:
Duo: £700
Trio: £1035
Quartet: £1380
Quintet: £1690
Background music between sets free of charge.
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About / Biography

Let's Smooth Things Over is a sophisticated and versatile jazz ensemble based in Manchester. We perform at weddings, corporate events and private functions throughout the North-West and all over the UK. The group comprises a number of world-class professional musicians and boasts a vast repertoire of music, from Ella Fitzgerald and Michael Bublé to Eva Cassidy and Norah Jones.

Whether you’re interested in a prohibition-style 20’s jazz band, a modern blues and soul quartet, a classy jazz duo (or something in between!), Let's Smooth Things Over will provide a stylish, high-quality and creative musical experience that’s perfectly tailored towards your event.

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AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in Manchester, Greater Manchester

Will travel up to 500 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 500 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 20 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

DAYTIME JAZZ:

All of Me

Autumn Leaves

Blue Skies

Don't Know Why - Norah Jones

Dream a Little Dream

Cheek to Cheek

Come Away With Me - Norah Jones

Fine and Mellow

Fly Me to the Moon

Have You Met Miss Jones

I Love You For Sentimental Reasons

It Don't Mean a Thing (if it Ain’t Got That Swing)

I've Got You Under My Skin

L-O-V-E

Mack the Knife

Misty

Moanin'

Moondance - Van Morrison

My Baby Just Cares for Me

My Funny Valentine

Nearness of You

Smile

Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most

Stormy Monday

Summertime

Sunrise - Norah Jones

They Can't Take That Away From Me

That's Life

MODERN / CROSSOVER / PARTY:

Candyman

Do Your Thing

Hit the Road Jack

Hound Dog

I Just Want to Make Love to You

Pencil Full of Lead

Seven Nation Army (Post-Modern Jukebox)

Something’s Got a Hold on Me

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

All we require is a power source. We can provide the rest!


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes, we are completely self-contained. We have a full PA system and a simple lighting rig.


What information do you require about a venue?

We need to know the full address and parking information. We also need to be made aware if there is a sound limiter at the venue.


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

Yes, no problem. We can either choose a suitable set-list ourselves, or let the client choose beforehand.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

We performed at The Belfry Hotel and Golf Resort for a huge corporate Christmas event in 2023. We also performed at the Press and Influencer Launch event for The Trafford Centre's Winter Wonderland 'Tinsel Town' in November 2023.


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

We absolutely adore Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Eva Cassidy, Norah Jones and Billie Holiday.


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

We have performed at hundreds of weddings, parties and corporate events across the UK and beyond, both as Smoke & Honey and with other bands.


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

We love playing all sorts of events, but sophisticated private and corporate events are our favourite!

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Arrival & Set-Up: Between 1 h and 1 h 30 minutes
Pack Down: Between 30 minutes - 1h
Depending on the venue and size of the ensemble.

We normally perform 2 x 45 minutes or 2 x 60 minute sets. We’re happy to play a bit longer or shorter but we’ve found that these set times suit us and our audiences best.

A small extra fee if arrival time is earlier than 1 h 30 min before the start time.


Are you happy to perform outside?

We're more than happy to perform outside. The main things you would need to provide are a power supply or generator, and the ability to cover the performance area in case of rain.


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

We can learn specific songs before the event but we usually limit this to 3 songs. The clients are welcome to pick a set list from our repertoire or let us choose the music for them.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Previous clients have described us as a sophisticated, professional group with exceptional levels of musicianship!

Recent Clients

Let's Smooth Things Over has performed for these clients:

The Trafford Centre

The Belfry Hotel & Resort

Sterling, Stock Exchange Hotel Manchester

Matt & Phred's Jazz Club, Manchester

Ruthin Castle

Sonata Piano & Cabaret Bar

The Midland Hotel, Manchester

Zest Gastronomia, Lytham

RAF Cranwell

Plas Maenan Wedding Venue, Llanwurst

King Street Townhouse Hotel, Manchester

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

MOD Stafford

Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa, Nantwich

Grantley Hall, Ripon

Resorts World, Birmingham

Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa

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