Claire Manners

    Solo Sax Player

    Saxophonist performing alongside backing tracks

    With over 28 years of experience in live performance and a wide repertoire of pop, soul, jazz and dance music. Claire can offer a professional and friendly service.

    Claire studied music at Poole College and subsequently Chichester College of Arts, Science and Technology specialising in popular music.

    Since then she has performed at hundreds of weddings and private functions both locally and nationally and have played alongside DJ sets in nightclubs and at corporate events. Claire has also performed with many bands and also orchestras for musicals. With experience performing abroad in Koh Samui Thailand, Taiwan and Europe.

    Some previous clients include: The Royal Navy, AFC Bournemouth, Cirque du Soleil, British Telecom, Habitat UK, Lloyds Bank, Bournemouth Tourism Awards and Martin & Co.

    In November 2016 Claire won the Dorset Wedding Supplier Award for Live Musical Entertainment having also been a finalist in 2014, 2015 and since then in 2017.Currently performing as a solo act with professionally recorded high quality backing tracks. With this Claire uses a small Bose PA system and can set up equipment to create a background atmosphere for drinks receptions, through a wedding breakfast or an evening function. Claire also have an up-tempo set for more of a party atmosphere and can provide a larger PA system and lighting if required.

    Claire can also play alongside a DJ or offer a package with a DJ for the evening.

    Chris Hodgson

    Steel Pan Soloist

    Providing high quality Steel Pan background music for all types of events!

    Focusing on bringing the Caribbean flavours to your event, the sound, versatility and style of play will complement your Caribbean vision!

    Chris play’s a wide range of genres, including Reggae, Calypso or contemporary pop songs. For your occasion we could agree a playlist beforehand, including modern contemporary songs, which your audience would know and enjoy!

    Darrell Williams

    International Male Vocalist

    Darrell’s interest in music and performing began from the age of eight. And, it wasn’t long before he was travelling everywhere with his parents to perform at clubs and in concert every opportunity they had during weekends.

    For many years entertaining in holiday parks. His passion for classical music and musical theatre began.

    This took Darrell on a career singing as a solo artist receiving standing ovations where ever he goes. And, he is constantly being called upon for roles in Musical Theatre. Including lead roles.