Nancy the Jazz Singer Classy vintage style solo Jazz singer

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Description Price
Short set (anything up to 1 hour)£250
2 X 45 Minute sets£300
3 X 45 Minute sets£350

About / Biography

I am Nancy, a Jazz singer based in Brighton (UK). From musicals, to performing at venues such as The Royal Albert Hall, Birmingham Symphony Hall, Chichester Festival Theatre, Worthing Pavilion Theatre and Concorde 2, it's fair to say I have dedicated my life to music.

My journey began at a young age; as a child I was classically trained, which led to my involvement in musicals and production shows. I later studied contemporary music styles at The British Institute of Modern Music.

It was there that my passion for Jazz flourished. I realised how performing old classics can capture a heart, and how the likes of Nina Simone and Ella Fitzgerald can get anyone out of their seat and swinging. There's nothing better than singing along with the songs of your youth, and sharing that magic with loved ones on your special day.

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Location

Based in Hove, East Sussex

Will travel up to 155 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 155 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.

Sample Repertoire

Upbeat:

All By Myself - Ella Fitzgerald

At Last - Etta James

Georgia On My Mind - Ella Fitzgerald

I Got Rhythm - Ella Fitzgerald

I Just Want To Make Love To You - Etta James

I put A Spell On You - Nina Simone

Let's Face The Music And Dance - Ella Fitzgerald

Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood - Nina Simone

My Funny Valentine - Ella Fitzgerald

The Lady Is A Tramp - Ella Fitzgerald

Too Darn Hot - Ella Fitzgerald

All Of Me - Billie Holiday

Stormy Weather - Ella Fitzgerald

Cheek To Cheek - Ella Fitzgerald

Emotions - Brenda Lee

Under My Skin - Ella Fitzgerald

S'Wonderful - Ella Fitzgerald

Sunday Jazz:

Black Coffee - Peggy Lee

Come Away With Me - Norah Jones

Dream A Little Dream Of Me - Doris Day

I've Got A Crush On You - Linda Rondstadt

In The Morning - Norah Jones

Misty - Ella Fitzgerald

Moon River - Audrey Hepburn

My Baby Just Cares For Me - Nina Simone

Round Midnight - Ella Fitzgerald

Someone To Watch Over Me - Ella Fitzgerald

Stairway To The Stars - Ella Fitzgerald

Summertime - Ella Fitzgerald

Why Don't You Do Right - Amy Irving

Worrisome Heart - Melody Gardot

California Dreaming - Diana Krall

Cry Me A River - Diana Krall

Tenderly - Ella Fitzgerald

It's Only a Paper Moon - Ella Fitzgerald

Jazz takes on modern classics:

Heart Of Glass - Blondie

Womanizer - Britney Spears

Young And Beautiful - Lana Del Rey

Life On Mars? - David Bowie

Mad World - Tears For Fears

Call Me - Blondie

Christmas:

Santa Baby - Eartha Kitt

Frosty The Snowman - Ella Fitzgerald

I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm - Ella Fitzgerald

Rudolph The Red Nose Reindeer - Ella Fitzgerald

Blue Christmas - Elvis Presley

The Christmas Song - Nat King Cole

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Because I am a stand alone performer I don't require much space, about 3 metres each way. I do require a plug socket.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

I bring my own PA system but don't have a lighting rig.


What information do you require about a venue?

I need to know any directions that will help me find the venue and find the right place to load in my equipment. We’d also need to be informed if there’s a sound limiter in the venue.


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

Yes, I'm happy to play music from Spotify before, after and between my sets. I'm happy to choose the music myself or let the client choose the music

Frequently Asked Questions

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

I got the amazing opportunity to sing at a hotel in The Maldives for 3 months. I would sing on an island in the middle of the pool as the sun was setting. It was a brilliant adventure that I'll never forget!


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

Ella Fitzgerald and Nina Simone are iconic in my opinion and have changed the way I think about music forever. I definitely try and channel them into my performances.


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

I have been performing ever since I was about 3 years old, I started in Pantomimes and sang in a choir which gave me the most amazing opportunities to perform at venues such as The Royal Albert Hall and Birmingham Symphony Hall. I later moved onto musical theatre at the age of 13 where I featured in shows at The Chichester Festival Theatre. At about 18 years old I went on to study at The Brighton Institute of Modern Music where I developed a love for Jazz and writing my own music which I was lucky enough to perform at The Concorde 2. Ever since then I have been performing all over Brighton, Sussex and the world! And loving every minute of it!


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

I have to say I don't really have a favourite, it can sometimes be the least expected shows that turn out to be the best!

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

I normally like to arrive 40 minutes before performance starts to set everything up. The most requested time is 2 x 45 minute sets or 2 x 60 minute sets.


Are you happy to perform outside?

I'm happy to play outside but I ask for shade (cover incase of rain), a flat level surface and a power supply close to the performance area.


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

I encourage clients to customise their perfect set list from my repertoire, I do take requests for an extra fee of £10 per song. However requests can't always be guaranteed especially if the event is less than a month away.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

When I speak to listeners after a show the most common thing they tell me is that 'they are transported to a memory' sometimes it brings tears to eyes and sometimes listeners are dancing and singing along.

Recent Clients

Nancy the Jazz Singer has performed for these clients:

Hotel Du Vin (Brighton)

Bootlegger (Brighton)

Finolhu (Maldives)

Bar Valentino (Brighton)

Venues

Nancy the Jazz Singer has performed at these venues:

Worthing Pavilion Theatre

Chichester Festival Theatre

The Royal Albert Hall

The Birmingham Symphony Hall

Concorde 2

Coalition

The Green Door Store

Old Blue Last

The Social

Hotel Du Vin

Bootlegger

Finolhu

Bar Valentino

The Worlds End (London)

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