Classical Music

The Yarra Valley Trio Classical, Swing, Irish and then some…
You name it The Yarra Valley Trio can play it! This versatile threesome is delighted to take your favourite music and arrange it to make your wedding or any other occasion a special and unique experience.
Of course we can provide you with all the classical favourites - Pachelbels Canon, Vivaldi Four Seasons and other Top 10 classical hits but we feel that everyone wants something a little different. Surprise your guests with a string trio playing the latest hits; romantic music of Cole Porter, Frank Sinatra or Harry Connick Jnr; Irish jigs and reels or even a touch of ACDC.

Janice Preece, harpist is available for all elegant occasions including weddings and corporate events in Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. Her music will create that very special ambience to make your function outstanding and memorable. Janice plays a beautiful full size concert harp. Her wide-ranging repertoire features classical music, popular music, movie themes, Latin, Celtic and wedding music. Janice is happy to cater for any special music requests and for larger functions. The following ensembles are available: flute and harp duo, or flute, harp and cello trio.

In performance Phil Stormer is as intense and focused as he is joyful and entertaining, wowing audiences at showcase events, talent quests, functions, and concerts. Phil has found himself and his beloved guitar with several radio appearances, press reviews and articles, and in front of large crowds, who's appreciative cheer and standing ovations have been testament to this young performers technical ability and musical sensitivity.

The Three Waiters puts three Singing Waiters incognito - right inside your function! The tightly-scripted yet hilarious show is designed to enhance your event, but never interrupt it. Most of all, The Three Waiters keeps the focus where it belongs: on your message, your clients and you...

When the show was launched ten years ago a new Corporate Entertainment genre was created: Surprise Entertainment, or Hoaxing. Since then The Three Waiters have surprised and delighted literally millions of guests at functions all over the world.

The Lucca Ensemble consists of four dedicated professional young musicians based in Melbourne. Both of the violinists completed postgraduate qualifications with distinction at the Royal Academy of Music in London from 2003 –2005. They have worked with the London Chamber Players, the Royal Academy Soloists, Orchestra Victoria and the Melbourne, Western Australian and Adelaide Symphony Orchestras. The Lucca Ensemble offers an extensive range of repertoire - Classical, Pop, Blues, Tango, Jazz and Folk. The ensemble can also present as a trio or duo in response to individual need.

Jay Weston is one of the brightest new talents to hit the Australian music scene. Originally from Perth, this young entertainer has had many years of experience in numerous opera and theatre productions nationally and internationally. Jay is a tenor capable of a wide variety of styles, including Opera, Musical Theatre, classical and contemporary music. He is an accomplished pianist, arranging and performing his own accompaniment on his keyboards. All the musical arrangements for his CDs were performed and produced by Jay.

Graham has developed his playing skills in classical, contemporary, relaxation/new age, jazz and blues: He brings to one’s establishment a wealth of experience and an accomplished contrast in styles. His playing appeals to the differing musical tastes of any audience whose attraction may range from the mellow introspective sound of new age piano to that of distinctive blues, the groove of jazz, bounce of honky-tonk, contemporary piano, or that of beautiful and charming classical.

Formed from the cream of the classical collective, the Enigma String Quartet Sydney offers the highest calibre musicianship and presentation for the discerning client. These young professional musicians have the passion, energy and talent to set them apart and will add elegance and glamour to any occasion.
Performing a vast range of styles from classical to contemporary, the quartet is widely experienced with all types of engagements, from concert hall performances to corporate functions, television appearances, launches, weddings, parties and studio recordings.

From the crooning tones of jazz to the heart-pounding drama of opera, the flamboyance of musical theatre to the passion of Latin dance, Encore will have you, swaying, tapping your toes… and finally, on your feet cheering! A thrilling musical event that is not to be missed! Now they bring their irresistible mix of pop, Latin, opera and musical theatre for “One Night Only”! Encore is fast becoming one of Australia’s leading vibrant vocal groups comprising the dynamic talents of Nate Butler, Eva Spata, Javier Vilarino, Clarissa Spata and Marcus Rivera. Have the musical event of the year at your club/function in 2008!

Two ‘Sommeliers’ arrive to present a ‘boring’ speech on wine…Or do they? Personalised entertainment , tailored song words - written for you, 30 minutes of wine, comedy and song. Since they are really legitimate opera singers, the wine tastes better than ever and the singing is bigger than Ben Hurr.

Linda offers a unique and hauntingly beautiful performance blend as a harpist and singer. Combining Celtic heritage and classical training she is unlike any performer in Melbourne. Irish melodies intermingle with mystical songs of the Celts while classical favourites complement the charm that comes only from a song sung in French. For over ten years she continued to charm hundreds of audiences in both Queensland and NSW featuring as a special guest for concert events or creating a subtle ambience for corporate functions and weddings.

Get ready for Australia's hottest electric string trio, not only do they sound hot, but they look swish and move like weapons of mass seduction. Maske is the leading group in Australia and New Zealand performing classical pop music exclusively on Yamaha Silent Electric instruments.
This show has been specially designed as a high impact spectacle of lights, costumes, zing and intense musical virtuosity! These highly trained performers are currently blitzing the corporate scene with their versions of the virtuoso classics. Their repertoire includes hot arrangements of Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" Explosive and Samba and their own original classics.

A charismatic & young musician, Tiago presents a repertoire ranging from Bach to Contemporary compositions - always creating music that has a special connection to popular roots, thus making it easy for the listener to identify even with the most challenging classical works.

Gli Amorosi is Alys Cordeaux and Jon Marshall - are an exciting and glamorous young vocal duet. With style, soul and passion, their fusion of soaring soprano and smooth lyric tenor brings magic to any event where quality entertainment is the standard.

Trained as classical singers, Gli Amorosi have introduced a unique and captivating sound to the world of contemporary vocal entertainment with their distinctive arrangements of popular, romantic and inspirational songs, as well as the great film themes and classics from Broadway and the West End musicals.

The Leading Men - Australia's hottest new act!
A premier collection of some of the finest voices gracing Australia's stages today, this unique combination of performers have all played lead roles in the major musicals you know and love. Encompassing everything from 'Beauty and the Beast' to 'West Side Story', from Leonard Bernstein to Andrew Lloyd Webber, it ensures there will be something to delight everybody on the guest list.

Classical music gets a supercharged contemporary twist and these three gorgeous performers’ virtuoso interpretations of great movie, musical and rock anthems are incredible. String Angels - three beautiful girls, three electric violins – one Dynamite show!

Joanna has been playing music for weddings throughout Australia for over 20 years and have built up a large repertoire of music. She can tailor the music for your special day to suit you. Including any favourite songs you may have.

Australian romantic piano sensation Fiona Joy Hawkins takes the award winning “Angel Above My Piano” to the upper reaches of the NAR world radio chart. Recorded with some of the finest string players in her native Australia, Fiona Joy Hawkins’ 'Angel Above My Piano' is a sweeping set of romantic piano compositions that is taking the instrumental world by (winter) storm. Hawkins’ collection recently won the NAR (the international New Age Reporter) Lifestyle Music Award for Best Piano Album.

Megan Reeve has been performing professionally on the harp for over ten years. She has been fortunate to have performed with a diverse range of musical ensembles, from the Melbourne Symphony through to touring with Jose Carreras and the Australian Philharmonic Orchestra. Megan has also performed at numerous weddings and private functions. In fact, she has played now at over 600 weddings! Megan’s repertoire reflects this experience, ranging from classic wedding music through to contemporary popular love songs.

Having received standing ovations on tour with Tommy Emmanuel, Savage Garden and at the Victorian Arts Centre, the Carneval Strings have also typically been described by elated brides as “unique and unforgettable”. Over the past 10 years the Carneval Strings have performed throughout Australia and Asia. They have been regular support artists on ‘Hey Hey It’s Saturday’, ‘In Melbourne Tonight’ and ‘Good Morning Australia.’