Simon Partridge - The Vintage Singer Vintage jazz vocalist

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Up to 2-hours£490
Each additional 30-minutes£110
Prices include first 100-miles of the round-trip from Simon's base in Lichfield, Staffordshire. Extra mileage charged at 50p-per-mile.

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Elegant and delightful entertainment for every event. Make your memorable occasion truly unforgettable with Simon's exquisite voice and fabulous repertoire of over 140 songs from the 1920s, 30s and 40s. Simon creates the perfect soundtrack for any event - weddings, parties or corporate events. His stunning vocals work both as background music or as a fabulous focal-point for your guests.

A self-contained act with a range of felixble PA options means that Simon can comfortably entertain any number of guests from 2 to 200, inside or out, without overwhelming conversation. A discreet art-deco backdrop and replica vintage gramophone add a sense of style and a touch of theatre to each performance.

Simon's repertoire fits a range of themes - Great Gatsby, World War II, Classic Hollywood, Vintage Afternoon Tea - adding a dash of magic to any occasion. His glorious voice and superb backing tracks recreate the sound of a golden era of music. He also has an extensive selection of classic Christmas songs to help you festive celebrations go with a real swing.

Simon's reputation for quality and reliability is founded on over twelve-years' experience singing for audiences across England, Scotland and Wales.

Simon is based in Lichfield, Staffordshire, but travels throughout the UK.

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AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in Lichfield, Staffordshire

Will travel up to 300 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 300 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 50 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.

(Selected repertoire - see website for full list)

The Way You Look Tonight

Let's Face the Music and Dance

Cheek to Cheek

It Had to Be You

Top Hat, White Tie and Tails

A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square

Puttin' on the Ritz

A Foggy Day (In London Town)

It’s Only a Paper Moon

They Can’t Take That Away From Me

All Of Me

Night and Day

Singin’ in the Rain

As Time Goes By

I’m in the Mood For Love

Steppin’ Out With My Baby

It’s De-Lovely

On the Sunny Side of the Street

Let’s Do It (Let’s Fall in Love)

You’re the Top

White Christmas

Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow

Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting)

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

A single 13 amp socket plus approx 1.5m x 1.5m floorspace. For smaller outdoor events (eg. drinks reception) I have a battery powered speaker I can use.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Yes, I have my own PA and some simple mood lighting.


What information do you require about a venue?

Details about where to load in plus whether or not there is onsite parking is really useful.


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

I play my own (vintage) background music between sets and I'm happy for you to play your own choice after I've finished (for an additional fee).

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Ritz in London is probably the most stylish place I've sung. Best ever gig was probably a surprise 90th birthday party, booked at very short notice, where I performed in their back garden to small crowd who danced and sang along on a beautiful, warm summer afternoon.


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

The two biggest influences on my style are Matt Monro and Al Bowlly, but there are so many others - Fred Astaire, Ella Fitzgerald, Bing Crosby, Sarah Vaughan, Count Basie, Billie Holiday. Greatest song of all time? Too hard!! But my favourite one to sing is "The Way You Look Tonight" - a perfect marriage of melody and lyrics.


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

I began singing at school then joined the church choir when I was 8. That's where I first got paid for singing - £1.50 for each wedding I sang at! I studied drama at college and university and dabbled with acting while working in retail, but became a full-time professional singer in 2006. Since then I've sung at hundreds of weddings and events all over the UK.


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

Weddings are always happy occasions so of course they're fun to do, but any event where the crowd gets into the spirit of what I do. A performance should always be a two-way thing.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Setup usually takes around 30 minutes, but please allow a full hour prior to the scheduled start-time.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Absolutely. I have a battery-powered amp for smaller outdoor settings like a drinks reception or for bigger events I can bring my full PA as longs there's power. Some kind of shade is welcome too - it can get pretty warm in a three-pice suit and bow tie!


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

I encourage clients to select what I sing, but if they want me to choose that's okay too. Sometimes they'll just let me know their favourites and I'll fill in the rest.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Customers love the elegant, sophisticated atmosphere my performances add to whatever the occasion might be. I pride myself on always being loud enough for everyone to hear, but never overwhelming conversation.

Venues

Simon Partridge - The Vintage Singer has performed at these venues:

Imperial War Museum, Duxford

Claridges Hotel

Cardiff Castle

The Ritz, Mayfair

Harry's Bar, London

Calke Abbey, Derbyshire

St James Club, London

Coombe Abbey Hotel

Springkell, Lockerbie

Dolphin Hotel, Southampton

Makeney Hall

Alrewas Hayes

The Stables, Milton Keynes

Haymarket Hotel, London

Eastnor Castle

Shottle Hall

Homme House

Custard Factory, Birmingham

Lea Marston Hotel

Chillington Hall

Queens’ College, Cambridge

Horwood House Hotel

Mallory Court

Midland Hotel, Morecambe

Grafton Manor

Swinfen Hall

Chelsea Parkfields

Selwyn College, Cambridge

Brobury House

Guildhall, Lichfield

Weston Park, Shropshire

Swancar Farm Country House

Derby Conference Centre

Hodsock Priory

Sulgrave Manor

The Lanesborough, London

Worcester Guildhall

Kilworth House

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