The Professionals Scottish Music Duo including Ceilidh
Recommended Based in Inverness-shire but travels UK wide
A fantastic duo covering Scotland and the North, who will keep all your guests dancing throughout the night. An amazing selection of music from literally all genres, styles and eras. Disco and ceilidh included. Great all-round entertainment. Prices: From £1056 +
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"Barry and I would like to say a big thank you to The Professionals for a superb evening of music at our wedding. The variety of music brilliant and there was something for every one of our guests to enjoy.
Many of our guests have been asking about The Professionals and all commented that you guys were absolutely fantastic. Barry and I agree that you certainly made the final part of our day very memorable.
We would highly recommend booking The Professionals, not only for your talent and variety of music but also your professionalism prior to the event with the ease of communication and during the night also. Thank you once again for a fabulous evening's entertainment.
Line up:Duo: Male and female lead vocals, guitar, mandolin, backing tracks
Highlights * Professionals with over 15 years' experience * Strong male and female vocalists * Vast repertoire of classic songs from Nina Simone to KT Tunstall Elvis to Snow Patrol and everything in between. * Scottish dances and ceilidh if required FREE of charge! * Virtuoso guitar and mandolin playing * Disco included FREE of charge! * With at least one month's notice The Professionals can learn a request if you can't see "Your Song" on the repertoire list below * Winners of the Music and Entertainment VOWS Award 2011/2012! * Available in the whole of Scotland * Also available with Chocolate Fountain package *Please See Profile*
A fantastic enthusiastic duo who will keep all your guests dancing throughout the night. An amazing selection of music from literally all genres styles and eras. Disco and ceilidh included. Definitely one of the few great all-round function bands.
~NEW £60 discount on a Chocolate fountain when booked with The Professionals~
Professionals since 1993, THE PROFESSIONALS are Steve Brown on vocals electric acoustic and slide guitar and mandolin and Claire Innes on lead vocals.
State-of-the-art backing tracks the revolutionary BOSE L1 PA sound system and lights ensure a quality performance at every event from intimate hotel foyers to marquees and village halls. The styles they play include pop, rock, country, soul, motown, RnB, Scottish and ceilidh.
Steve has played guitar all around the world since leaving school. Starting with his first European tour in 1987 and including stints in Japan and Australia. Closer to home he’s also played Glasgow’s Celtic Connections festival. A personal highlight was playing in the White Room at Abbey Road Studios for the legendary Beatles producer Sir George Martin. Full-time musician Steve also teaches guitar and piano for Associated Board of the Royal School of Music exams.
Proof of the band’s ability to cater for all ages 2009 is the sixth consecutive year where THE PROFESSIONALS will be playing at Fort William’s family Hogmanay celebration at the 1500 capacity Nevis Centre.
With their vast repertoire they can guarantee to match your exact requirements. They will contact you a few weeks before your event to finalise all arrangements and confirm any special requests such as the song for your first dance. With enough notice they will learn any songs for your occasion.
Where have The Professionals played before? THE PROFESSIONALS have played wedding dances birthday parties anniversaries and corporate functions at Eilean Donan Castle Thainstone House Fife Lodge Banff Springs Ben Nevis Alexandra and Moorings Hotels Fort William Pittodrie Stadium Glenfinnan House Hotel Fyvie Castle Glenspean Lodge Roman Camp Callander Inchyra House Falkirk, Mansion House Elgin, Waterside Inn Peterhead, Lochardil House, Columba, and Drumossie Hotels Inverness - all in the past year alone!
Corporate clients have included Renault Formula 1 UK, The Royal Bank of Scotland, Co-op, Morrisons, Green Welly Stop, Lochaber College and Inverness Nursing College (now THAT was a ball).
The Professionals's Set List / Repertoire
New! Christmas Repertoire! I Wish It Could be Christmas Everyday Fairytale of New York
Standard Repertoire A typical wedding dance with THE PROFESSIONALS:
Possible first dance: Caledonia When a Man Loves a Woman I Don’t Wanna Miss a Thing Don't Stop Believing Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You When I Fall In Love I Don’t Know Much Gravity Chasing Cars Amazed With or Without You When You Say Nothing At All Let There Be Love The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face Truly Madly Deeply
First Set: Brown Eyed Girl Ten Out of Ten Dance the Night Away Black Horse and The Cherry Tree Caledonia Valerie Stuck in the Middle Not Fair Ring of Fire Don’t Be Stupid Hey Mr Rock and Roll 9 to 5 I’m On My Way Blueberry Hill Every Breath You Take You’re All I Have Tainted Love Mamma Mia Amarillo Beautiful Sunday Brass in Pocket Knock on Wood Sex is on Fire
Scottish Traditional Dances Gay Gordons Dashing White Sergeant St. Bernard’s Waltz Canadian Barn Dance Strip the Willow
Buffet - some easy listening background music That’s Amore Memories Are Made of This My Baby Just Cares For Me Can’t Help Falling In Love Little Ol’ Wine Drinker Me
Second Set Let's Twist Again Mustang Sally Pokerface I’ll Be There For You Beautiful Love Train Just Can't Get Enough A Little Less Conversation The Wonder of You I Predict A Riot Black Velvet Bright Side of the Road Let Your Love Flow Perfect Ten Weather With You One of Us Message in a Bottle River Deep Mountain High Who Knew Hole in the Head Breakfast at Tiffany’s If I Had A Million Dollars Saw Her Standing There
The Kilted Can Can! At some point in the evening for a great bit of fun and with the bride and groom’s permission the band will ask all of the guests wearing kilts to come to the front of the stage "to line up for a photograph". Once there the band plays the Can Can – watch them go!!!
Disco – all tastes catered for Tell Me Ma Cottoneye Joe We Are Family Mercy Crazy in Love Bootylicious I Don’t Feel Like Dancing Summer of ‘69 Higher and Higher Castles in the Sky Now You’re Gone Footloose Dancing in the Dark Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now Speed of the Sound of Loneliness (Alabama 3 version) Girls Just Wanna Have Fun This Old House Build Me Up Buttercup Perfect Lion Sleeps Tonight Grease Megamix Walk This Way This Love Walk of Life Left Outside Alone Twistin’ the Night Away Wonderful World
Third Set Halo Sunday Girl It’s Only Natural Blame it on the Boogie My First My Last My Everything I Just Wanna Make Love To You Thorn In My Side Bohemian Like You Mrs Robinson Save Tonight It’s the End of the World Don’t Stop Bluebell Polka / Strip the Willow Fairytale of New York Walking on Sunshine Come Up and See Me (Make Me Smile) I Useta Love Her Man I Feel Like a Woman Help! I’m A Believer Baggy Trousers Crazy I’m Gonna Be 500 Miles
Finale Loch Lomond (Runrig live version) Auld Lang Syne
Lights Up - just when you think it’s all over – everybody salsa ! Save the Last Dance (Michael Buble version) Sway
Other selections from the THE PROFESSIONALS repertoire Roam Manic Monday Always the Last to Know Hurt So Good Weather With You Right Through You Ironic Beds Are Burning Substitute Crash Must Be Crazy Like the Way I Do What I Am Maria Zombie I Feel Good Oh What a Night Devil in Disguise Big Yellow Taxi Pride (in the name of love) I Turn to You Luka Ray of Light Hung Up Suddenly I See Deadringer For Love Mandinka Left Outside Alone Only Way is Up Sweet Dreams My LA Ex Dancing Queen I Want You Back Spirit in the Sky Murder on the Dancefloor The Tide is High Sweet Child O’ Mine Can’t Get You Outta My Head I’m Outta Love Babylon Constant Craving Simply the Best Dancing in the Street I Try Black Eyed Boy Too Hard To Handle Son of a Preacher Man I Won’t Back Down California Dreaming Love Machine The Last Time Fell In Love With A Boy You Had Me New Shoes
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05/11/2011 The Professionals
"Barry and I would like to say a big thank you to The Professionals for a superb evening of music at our wedding. The variety of music brilliant and there was something for every one of our guests to enjoy.
Many of our guests have been asking about The Professionals and all commented that you guys were absolutely fantastic. Barry and I agree that you certainly made the final part of our day very memorable.
We would highly recommend booking The Professionals, not only for your talent and variety of music but also your professionalism prior to the event with the ease of communication and during the night also. Thank you once again for a fabulous evening's entertainment.
Susan & Barry Wilson, Ardoe House, Aberdeen."
Customer review by Susan Wilson
21/10/2011 The Professionals
"The Professionals were absolutely superb and kept our dance floor filled from start to finish. Our day was amazing from the word go and The Professionals certainly were the icing on the cake to finish the day.
Many guests have said to me that The Professionals played a great mixture and could not believe Steve had travelled the distance he had!
Do not hesitate to book The Professionals as they will fulfil all you could wish for to make your reception the best it can be.
Shona & Barry Ingram, Meldrum House Hotel, Oldmeldrum."
Customer review by Shona Ingram
17/10/2011 The Professionals
"We were very happy with the level of service, contact and support offered by Alive Network.
The Professionals were excellent in performance, well worth the cost of hire, and were very accommodating on both the day of the event, and before with the level of contact."
Customer review by Jolyne Kennelly
24/09/2011 The Professionals
"We had a brilliant night Steve thank you so much for providing the music. Everyone said they had such a good night and the dance floor was never empty.
I have already recommended you to a few mates that are getting married in the future.
Mr & Mrs Keith, Douglas Hotel, Aberdeen."
Customer review by Hannah Keith
20/08/2011 The Professionals
"We can't thank you guys enough for helping make our day so special. You were fantastic and everyone was raving about you, you really got everyone up and dancing and created a fantastic atmosphere for our day.
Very professional and great at what you do. We would not hesitate in recommending you to anyone, and we wish you all the best for the future. And truly thank you as it was a pleasure to have you as part of our special day.
Stacey & Norman Rose, The Marcliffe at Pitfodels, Aberdeen."
Customer review by Stacey Rose
06/08/2011 The Professionals
"We would like to express a massive Thank You to The Professionals for making our wedding reception the most amazing experience.
From our initial contact with Steve right up until the wedding he was so professional, friendly and supportive.
The balance of the band playing, the Scottish dancing and the disco meant our night had something for all of our guests and every single person was on the dance floor at some point, especially the father of the bride (who did not sit down all night!)
We would not hesitate to recommend The Professionals for any occasion as they really are fantastic. All of our guests were so impressed we felt very proud to have them as our wedding band.
Gregg & Jose Ewing, Ramnee Hotel, Forres."
Customer review by Jose Ewing
23/07/2011 The Professionals
"Dear Steve,
We had to let you know that we had such a fantastic time last night. You were absolutely superb and so many of our guests have been raving about you - as has Mrs Keith and her team from the hotel.
We are chuffed to bits about the way the evening turned out - not only because of your talents as musician and singer but also for the hugely appreciated support and reassurance you provided. Your professionalism, stress free approach and the way you interacted with all the other people involved immediately gave us the confidence to just relax, let you do your job and get on with having the time of our lives. The lady who was singing with you was great too.
Thank you so very much.
Dianna & Colin Houston, Station Hotel, Ellon."
Customer review by Dianna Houston
08/07/2011 The Professionals
"Thank you very much for being so easy to deal with. You helped make the build up and the day of our wedding a lot simpler. You had everyone up dancing and everyone has commented on how great you were!
Thanks again!
"
Customer review by Deborah Mathers
11/06/2011 The Professionals
"Dear Steve,
Just a note to say thank you. You were brilliant and made everything so easy for us. We had a fantastic time and so did our guests!
Kerry & Simon Nesbitt, Ardgye House, Elgin."
Customer review by Kerry Nesbitt
15/05/2011 The Professionals
"The Professionals were everything we could have hoped for at our wedding and provided first class performances throughout the evening in the form of live songs, ceilidh calling and a disco.
They were accommodating from the start and made everything easy to understand through emails in relation to selecting songs for the night. Their attitude was friendly, relaxed and they obviously enjoy what they do!
I would have no hesitation in recommending The Professionals to other people for occasions and celebrations.
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