Luka Watabe Beauty & elegance, a sophisticated jazz singer with a great selection of songs!

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Description Price
Jazz Solo Singer with professional backing tracks (Vocal) 2 x 45 minutes sets£250
Jazz Duo (Vocal, Guitar or Keyboard) 2 x 45 minutes sets£400
Jazz Trio (Vocal, Guitar or Keyboard, Bass) 2 x 45 minutes sets£600
Jazz Quartet (Vocal, Guitar or Keyboard, Bass, Drum) 2 x 45 minutes sets£800
If you can't find the lineup that you'd like to book, please let me know. I'm happy to help to have a lineup or performing time that will suit your event. The guide prices below are for events within the York City Center. Outside this area extra travel expenses will apply (50p per mile per vehicle). My PA system is included the price list above. I have PA system up to 100 people for a solo performance and 150 people for a band. Please get in touch for an accurate quote.

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Beauty & elegance, a sophisticated jazz singer with a memory-making selection of songs to guarantee a perfect atmosphere for your event!



- Biography -

Luka was born and raised in Japan and is currently settled in York. Her passions are music, art, and history and she especially finds beauty in the glamorous world of vintage culture and jazz.

Her unique singing background started in Nagauta (traditional Japanese music which accompanies the Kabuki theater). Later, Luka joined a jazz band in Japan. She fell in love not only with jazz songs but also the style: gorgeous dresses, perfect hair, make-up and charismatic personalities such as her idols Julie London and Peggy Lee.

Performing alongside professional jazz musicians, Luka’s rich, warm voice carries elegance with feelings. Featuring jazz standards with an air of romance, up-lifting swings, beautiful ballads, relaxing bossa nova and Latin pieces, Luka’s live sets are perfect for occasions requiring sophistication. Luka has performed in some of London's best 5 star hotels such as The Savoy Hotel, The Londoner Hotel and popular places such as Brasserie Zédel, Nightjar and Oriole bar.

Creative to her core, Luka has created a look and sound that brings glamor to every stage. Having graduated from London College of Fashion and worked as a professional make-up artist for 10 years, Luka styles her own hair and makeup for every performance. Much of her wardrobe is bespoke, sewing many of her stunning dresses herself.

In 2024, Luka released her first EP “Isn’t It Romantic?”. The EP celebrates her love of jazz. Simple but sophisticated sounds with a selection of love songs that inspire her. The album was recorded at the award winning Morningstar Studios in the US.

Add elegance to your occasion, Luka and her professional musicians will provide a truly special performance with a memory-making selection of songs.



- Provided by supplier -

All music equipment (PAT tested)

PA / Amplification (Up to 100 people for a solo performance and 150 people for a band)

Public Liability Insurance (£10 million)

Phone or video chat consultation

Setlist can be customised to suit the event (Repertoire below is for Luka's band performance. The repertoire for a solo performance differs slightly, please ask for more information when booking.)



- Service’s requirements -

50% deposit to secure the booking and a contract to sign.

Performance space requirements - 1m x 1m for a solo performance, 2m x 2m for a duo, 3m x 3m for a band.

Electricity requirements - A power source (2 x 13 amp plug sockets) within easy reach of the performance area. The performance area must be safe and dry.

Outdoor events require over head cover depending on weather.

Other requirements - Food (if possible), Water, Soft drinks, Parking



- Questions & Answers -

Is all of the equipment (PA system) included in your quote? - My PA system is included in your quote. I have PA system up to 100 people for a solo performance and 150 people for a band. If you requiring a more powerful PA that would be an additional cost.

How much space do you need? - I usually require a minimum of 1m x 1m space for a solo, 2m x 2m space for a duo and 3m x 3m space for a band to perform.

Do you have different line-up options? - Yes, available in a range of line-ups including a solo performance with live backing tracks, sophisticated jazz duo (Vocal, Guitar or Keyboard), trio (Vocal, Guitar or Keyboard, Bass) and quartet (Vocal, Guitar or Keyboard, Bass, Drums). Please see booking options for details to create your own Jazz band performance.

Can you provide an background music service before and between your sets? - Absolutely. I provide a background music playlist between sets. This is a really popular request and we actually offer this service for free.

How much time do you need to set up? - I usually arrive 45 minutes before the performance time then set up about 30 minutes before. As soon as our PA is set up I can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere and get your guests ready for our live performance.

Reviews (15)

There are currently 15 user ratings for Luka Watabe

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in York, North Yorkshire

Will travel up to 200 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 200 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.

All Of Me

All The Things You Are

Alone Together

As Time Goes By

Autumn In New York

Autumn Leaves

Beautiful Love

Bewitched, Bothered, and Bewildered

Blue Moon

Blue Skies

But Not For Me

Cheek To Cheek

Come Rain Or Come Shine

Crazy He Calls Me

Cry Me A River

Days Of Wine And Roses

Desafinado

Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend

Don’t Get Around Much Anymore

Dream A Little Dream Of Me

Fever

Feeling Good

Fly Me To The Moon

The Girl From Ipanema

I Can’t Give You Anything But Love

I Concentrate On You

I Get A Kick Out Of You

I Wanna Be Loved By You

I’m In The Mood For Love

I’ve Got You Under My Skin

I’ve Never Been In Love Before

It Had To Be You

It Might As Well Be Spring

It’s Only A Paper Moon

Just In Time

Just One Of Those Things

La Vie En Rose

The Lady Is A Tramp

Let There Be Love

Like Someone In Love

Little Girl Blue

L-O-V-E

Love For Sale

Lullaby Of Birdland

Love Me Or Leave Me

Misty

Moon River

Moon Dance

My Baby Just Cares For Me

My Foolish Heart

My Romance

The Nearness Of You

Night And Day

No More Blues (Chega De Saudade)

Old Devil Moon

Over The Rainbow

Pennies From Heaven

Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps (Quizas Quizas Quizas)

Sentimental Journey

The Shadow Of Your Smile

Speak Low

Sway

Smile

Taking A Chance On Love

Tea For Two

Teach Me Tonight

There Will Never Be Another You

They Can’t Take That Away From Me

Till There Was You

Triste

Unchain My Heart

Under Paris Skies

Wave

The Way You Look Tonight

What A Difference A Day Made

Why Don’t You Do Right?

You And The Night And The Music

You’d Be So Nice To Come Home To

Quiet Nights Of Quiet Stars (Corcovado)

-Christmas Songs-

The Christmas Song

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas

Jingle Bells

Let It Snow!

Rudolph The Red-Nosed reindeer

Santa Baby

Santa Claus Is Coming To Town

Sleigh Ride

White Christmas

Winter Wonderland

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

50% deposit to secure the booking and a contract to sign.
Performance space requirements - 3m x 3m
Electricity requirements - 2 x 13 amp plug sockets within easy reach of the performance area. I have an extension to cover more area.
Outdoor events require over head cover depending on weather.
Other requirements - Food (if possible), Water, Soft drinks, Parking

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Setup Time - 30 minutes
Standard Performance Time - 2 x 45 minutes
If you can't find the performance time that you'd like to book, please let me know. I'm happy to help to have a performing time that will suit your event.

Recent Clients

Luka Watabe has performed for these clients:

Brasserie Zédel, Nightjar, Oriole Bar, International Gaming Award, The Whiskey Affair, The Zetter Townhouse.

Venues

Luka Watabe has performed at these venues:

The Savoy Hotel, The Londoner Hotel, Brasserie Zédel, The Zetter Townhouse.

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